Democracy and voting

Democracy means “people power” and it’s a type of government in which the people directly vote.The 2 main types of democracy are Direct: when the people vote for laws or decisions and Representative: when the people vote for a representative to speak on behalf of their district and decide on laws.The UK has a representative democracy called the Parliament to which there is 3 parts:The house of commons which is made out of 650 elected MP’s, the house of lords which is made up of 800 lords (saints, priests and important people) and the monarch.The house of commons and house of lords decide and debate laws, as well as voting on them, and the monarch gives their stamp of approval.

Pressure groups

Pressure groups, also known as interest groups or advocacy groups, are organized associations of individuals or organizations that aim to influence public policy and decisions.These groups advocate for specific causes, represent the interests of particular sectors or communities, and strive to shape government actions in their favor.There are many different types of pressure groups; here are some of the different types. Economic Interest Groups: These represent specific industries, professions, or business sectors, advocating for policies that benefit their members, such as trade associations or labor unions.Ideological orAdvocacy Groups:These promote a particular ideology or advocate for a specific cause, such as environmental organizations, human rights groups, or pro-life/pro-choice organizations.Single-Issue Groups:These focus on a narrow and specific agenda, such as gun control, animal rights, or climate change.Public Interest Groups:These aim to advance the broader public good and address social, economic, or environmental issues that affect society as a whole.