How democratic is the British government? - publié le 29/09/2010
Essay - 4 pages - Political science
In fact, we could set a few provisional requirements to the evaluation of a government as democratic in order to analyze the British particular case. These requirements would be of different natures, and would be related first to the institutional system, then to the society itself....
Encouraging companies: The British government way
Thesis - 4 pages - Economy general
British Trade International (BTI) is the body that brings together the work of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) in support of international trade and investment. It helps British business to become more internationally...
How democratic is the British government?
Essay - 4 pages - Political science
In fact, we could set a few provisional requirements to the evaluation of a government as democratic in order to analyze the British particular case. These requirements would be of different natures, and would be related first to the institutional system, then to the society itself....
What problems confront the British government in attempting to address the issue of climate change?
Essay - 10 pages - Ecology & environment
The issue of climate change is now a global problem, which all European countries take into account. However, fluctuation in global temperatures is not a recent phenomenon. Periods of warming and cooling have occurred for centuries and are classified as a natural phenomenon. Nevertheless, the...
Characteristics of the German parliamentary government in comparison to the British model
Thesis - 6 pages - Constitutional law
The British system is a result of a rich and complex history that began from the thirteenth century. It has undergone many changes to reach its current form. It continues to evolve and adapt to the society that it governs. The German system has been introduced before 1949, and Germany was...
The British Political System
Worksheets - 3 pages - Constitutional law
The document is a study guide on the subject of British government and its political system.
The Indian political situation - Clement Attlee (1942) - To what extent does India's independence impose itself on the British political powers?
Text commentary - 2 pages - International relations
Clement Richard Attlee, a member of the Labour Party, was a British statesman who served as British Prime Minister at the end of the Second World War and subsequently from 1945 to 1951. Attlee held a number of posts, including First Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom -...
The System of Government and the Prime Minister
Presentation - 23 pages - Political life and election
This document tackles the British system of government and the role of the Prime Minister.
How did Brexit impact British politics?
Essay - 2 pages - Political science
The issue of Brexit has been at the centre of European politics for years now. Since we cannot tackle it as a whole, we are going to look at the social aspects that led to such a decision and the implications that Brexit has had not on the European Union, but on the United Kingdom itself. How did...
The Condition of the Working Class in England (German: Die Lage der arbeitenden Klasse in England) - Friedrich Engels (1844) - The British industrialisation
Text commentary - 3 pages - Linguistics & languages
The Condition of the Working Class in England, translated from German and published in 1845 is Friedrich Engels' first writing. It presents a study of the proletarians in Victorian England based on notes and observations made by the author during his stay in Manchester from 1842 to 1844 when...
The American Revolution: who was more to blame; the British or the American agitators
Essay - 2 pages - Modern history
In wars, individuals, groups or communities are involved. Their actions and words are key contributing factors that eventually end up into a war. In the American Revolution, there were two major groups involved, the American agitators, and the British. There is therefore need to look at...
Theories of British Politics in the 20th century
Essay - 5 pages - Political science
Twentieth-century British politics have been linked to one of the most discussed primal concepts within the existing global affairs, particularly throughout the past seven years. With fundamental referendums which exceptionally resulted in the dramatic withdrawal of the United Kingdom from...
History of the British economy
Course material - 2 pages - Modern history
After WW2, to give Britain the chance to rebuild itself economically and socially, the Labour government established the “Post-War consensus” based on the principles of the Beveridge Report from 1945 up to 1979, the two main political parties Labour and Conservative agreed to...
Social Media Platforms and British Politics
Essay - 2 pages - Political science
Social media platforms have become a ubiquitous part of modern life, revolutionizing the way individuals and communities interact with one another. They have played an increasingly significant role in shaping the political landscape, enabling political candidates to reach out to voters more...
Introduction to British Civilization
Course material - 9 pages - Modern history
In this lecture, we'll be looking at some of the key dates in the history of the UK and looking at recent events that have illustrated the fragility of British nationhood and identity and the very real possibility of the UK as we know it today no longer existing in its present state.
The UK's unwritten constitution is put to the test by Johnson's unprincipled acts, The observer - Catherine Haddon (10 july 2022) - Analysis of British politics and its impact
Text commentary - 3 pages - Political science
The English constitution is not a single, codified document, but a collection of texts and unwritten principles. The government of Prime Minister Boris Johnson, in office between 2019 and 2022, would have undermined some of these rules, particularly regarding transitional...
Daily Mail, Election? What election? British public reveal they'd rather be watching the Euros and enjoying the summer booze and barbecues than vote on July 4 - Lettice Bromovsky, James Fielding, Dan Woodland (2024) - Questions and Essay
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Political life and election
The assignment consists of six questions about an article from The Daily Mail and a short 600-word essay. The article, dating from May 23, 2024, focuses on British elections.
The British Parliament
Course material - 24 pages - Political science
This document is a lesson on the British Parliament, explaining how it is constituted and how it works.
The British Monarchy - publié le 30/06/2015
Case study - 2 pages - Political science
Firstly, Great Britain is a monarchy because a King or a Queen is at the head of the State. Yet, we must make a distinction between 2 sorts of monarchy: absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy. We may all know that Great Britain is not an absolute monarchy since Queen Elizabeth II...
British Policy of Appeasement: Great Britain and the Second World War
Case study - 10 pages - Educational studies
The policy of appeasement pursued by Great Britain in the years leading up to the outbreak of World War Two is among the most controversial events studied by historians. Assessments of the policy of appeasement offered by historians include those who criticize the actions of the British...
Comparison of the British counter terrorist policies and strategies: The IRA and Al Qaeda
Internship report - 5 pages - International relations
This essay compares the British strategies toward two different cases: the IRA and Al Qaeda. It underlines the main similarities and differences in both cases and also gives an overview of their historical facts. Through the comparison of both cases, this essay shows how the similarities...
Jane Eyre - Charlotte Brontë (1847) ; The Handmaid's Tale - Margaret Atwood (1985) ; Kissing the War Goodbye - Victor Jorgensen (1945) - How have British and American artists dealt with feminism in relationships through time?
Text commentary - 3 pages - Art history
We will study this through three documents. The first document is the novel "Jane Eyre", written by Charlotte Brontë and published in 1847 in London. It is a coming-of-age novel: indeed, we follow the story of Jane, a young orphan girl who lives with her aunt, Mrs. Reed, and her cousins, John,...
In your opinion, is the British Monarchy still a relevant institution today?
Essay - 1 pages - Constitutional law
The British monarchy is a long institution that has survived for many years and played a main role in the country history and culture. The British Monarchy, is an institution that lasted in centuries of tradition and historical significance, has long as it has been a symbol of...
Critical analysis of ExxonMobil and British Petroleum
Case study - 12 pages - Business strategy
ExxonMobil is an American multinational, with its corporate headquarters in the city of Irving in the state of Texas. It is considered a leader in the industry of energy and petrochemicals in all its fundamental characteristics, they operate facilities: managing all processes from manufacturing...
English test - Translation and Essay writing: How did the Canadian government respond to the report on the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples?
Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Political science
This document is a corrected English test made of a translation exercise, a fully written essay, and a rough draft of a second essay. How did the Canadian government respond to the report on the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples? Is Australia's origin as a convict colony important?
To what extent did Brexit reignite tensions in Northern Ireland, and how is it bringing a new problem about the place of Northern Ireland within the Union and the Irish-British relations?
Essay - 5 pages - International relations
Just after the draft EU-UK agreement, former UK Independence Party leader Nigel Farage was asked if he had ever considered Northern Ireland during the referendum campaign in 2016. He admitted he never gave it a moment's thought, and I quote: "No, no, no... what's the problem? There is no...
British legal system
Course material - 7 pages - Civil law
Law evolved from Roman law and Canon Law (the legal system created by the church), creating both singular and common law, then Napoleon used them to create his code civil in 1804. He was also inspired by local law. The Code civil is already the biggest achievement for French legislation, in force...
Why the government should increase taxes on fast foods?
Case study - 3 pages - Finance
Over the years, medical experts have been battling the fast food health related problems. Some of these health problems include obesity and weight-related health issues such as diabetes. However, this has not been a success for the Australian government. Relying on the food industry to...
Social Media as a Strategy for Protest Movements in an Era of Government Control - Hong Kong And Sudan Case Studies
Dissertation - 11 pages - Sociology & social sciences
By facilitating instantaneous global communication among geographically dispersed audiences, digital media has fundamentally altered information production and dissemination processes. As a result, more people are able to access information and news, which may be a powerful instrument for...
The British Commonwealth
Case study - 2 pages - Educational studies
The British Commonwealth is one of the world´s oldest political organization of independent countries. Its roots are linked to the former British Colonial Empire when parts of the world were ruled directly or indirectly by the British Crown, thus its name: "the...
