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15 Cards in this Set
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Libertarian |
A political follower of any party that believes in as little govt as possible |
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Residual powers |
Power that is retained by the government after other powers were distributed to other authorities or by process of delegation |
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Cabinet portfolio |
The position and duties of a minister of state or member of Parliament; the department they are responsible for |
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Patronage |
A favor, often a govt position given in return for political support |
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Royal assent |
The British monarchs or representatives formal signing of an of Parliament, making it a law. |
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Standing committee |
A committee of people who meet regularly |
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Committee of the whole |
A system in which all members sit as single committee with all assembly members being committee members |
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Private Members bill |
A bill that may be presented by an MP that is not a cabinet minister |
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Order in council |
Appointments, laws, or regulations made by the governor general upon the advice of the cabinet. |
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Closure |
The closure rule allows the govt to prevent the further adjournment of debate on any matter so that the question must be put at the ends of the sitting. |
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Cabinet solidarity |
All cabinet members must follow cabinet rules and decisions. |
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Party solidarity |
All party members must follow party decisions |
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Official opposition |
The leader of the party with the most seats. |
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Shadow cabinet |
Members of the opposition who are expected to hold positions in the cabinet when their party assumes power. |
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Prorogue Parliament |
The ending of a session |
