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Proposing legislation 1 |
. The executive introduces proposals for new laws or amendments to existing laws - a new programme announced by the Queen at the start of each parliamentary session, written by the government . E.g The May 2015 Queen's speech rejected the priorities of the Conservative government just elected under leadership of David Cameron - Such as an in/out referendum on the UK's membership of the EU and legislation to protect essential public services against strikes |
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Proposing legislation 2 |
. The executive doesn't confine itself to measures proposed in a party manifesto but also has the power to introduce legislation to contend with emergencies, such as terrorism threats and to amend existing statutes to bring the UK into line with international law, known as a 'doctor's mandate' . Ministers will often consult with interested parties, such as pressure groups and professional bodies, before introducing legislation - E.g In 2015, the Cameron government undertook a consultation exercise with employers on its proposal to introduce an apprenticeship levy |
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Proposing the budget |
. The budget is created by the chancellor of the Exchequer in consultation with the PM, and is revealed to the rest of the Cabinet shortly before it is delivered . The budget is an annual statement of the government's plans for changes to taxation and public spending - The budget changes/a new one is introduced if a new government comes to power after a general election . E.g in June 2010, George Osborne, chancellor in the coalition government, delivered an emergency budget, only 90 days after the previous Labour government's budget |
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Making policy decisions |
. The executive has to decide how to give effect to its aims for the future direction of the country . E.g policy decisions taken by the 2010-15 coalition government: Streamlining the welfare system by introducing a single benefit for working-age people, known as Universal Credit - and allowing parents and voluntary groups to set up 'free schools', independent of local councils |
