Britishgovernmentandparliament.ppt

Composed of the most senior government?ministers Chosen by the Prime Minister Most members being heads of government departments with the title “Secretary of State” Formal members being drawn exclusively from the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Cabinet used to be the key formal decision making body of the executive. The political and decision-making authority of the cabinet has been gradually reduced over the last several decades. * * Her Majestys Loyal Opposition （女王陛下忠实的反对党） the Official Opposition is led by the Leader of the Opposition. This is usually the second-largest party, as the largest party will usually form the government. The Government in Shadow.（影子政府） The Leader of Her Majestys Most Loyal Opposition is often seen as the Prime Minister in waiting. Although the Opposition has no more formal powers in setting the Parliamentary agenda, in reality they have a certain influence through a process known as the usual channels. Although there has not recently been a dispute as to who holds the position, under the Ministerial and other Salaries Act 1975, the Speakers decision on the identity of the Leader of the Opposition is final. * * Local governments * * Divisions First level: 8 regions and Great London Second level Counties Third level Districts Great London: City of London 32 Boroughs * * * * England Eight Regions Greater London 84 Counties 34 Counties 32 Boroughs Districts City of London * * Scotland 32 Council Areas * * Wales 10 County Boroughs 3 Cities 9 Counties * * Northern Ireland 22 Districts 6 Counties 4 Cities The arrangements for the election of the councilors are rather complicated, and are not the same for all types of councils. Members of county councils are elected for three years at general elections taking place every three years. With district council there may be an election every year, but only one-third of the seats in each council are filled at each annual election. Every local council has its presiding offi