A series of laws and rules that establishes the powers to the different institutions and power of the government
Laws that are written down
Rules and laws which are meant to govern people
7. Explain what Constitutional Conventions are.
A rule that is not written in law nor constitution, but is considered binding. It can be challenged by law but on moral grounds rarely, if ever, are challenged.
Items of things that Parliament must carry out because of a need for more support of a mandate.
The way in which Parliament carries out certain laws without having to actually invoke the law.
8. Why might some people say that Parliamentary Sovereignty has been challenged in past years?
Not being able to do what we like.
Devolution and the EU.
Leaving the EU and not supporting devolution.
9. When law is interpreted from statute law and developed from historical and traditional usage, what is this known as?
Democratic Legislation
Common Law
The Rule of Law
10. Define what entrenchment is.
When the laws that are contained within a codified constitution are not flexible and need special procedures to be changed e.g. the US constitution.
When the laws are not sealed and don't require special procedures
When the law conflicts with other law.
11. When there are certain, unchangeable, respectable rituals that occur every year, what is this known as?
Customs and Traditions
Customary Consciousness
Party Participation
12. What is the meaning of codified or codification?
When the rules and laws are written and contained within a single document.
The rules and laws are not written down.
It is how Parliament are able to change laws easily.
