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Comparative Voting Systems

Explore the effectiveness of the Additional Members System (AMS) versus First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) in this detailed essay. Analyze how AMS enhances voter representation, strengthens parliamentary accountability, and promotes proportionality in elections. Ideal for Higher Modern Studies students studying electoral systems in Scotland.

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UK Multi-Party System Analysis

In this comprehensive evaluation, explore the argument that the UK operates under a multi-party system. This study note includes a detailed source analysis, a structured plan, and a high-scoring essay response (25/30) addressing the dynamics of third-party politics, coalition governments, and the evolving political landscape in the UK. Ideal for A Level Politics students preparing for exams.

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Influencing Government: Pressure Groups

Explore the effectiveness of pressure groups in influencing government decisions through methods like lobbying, petitions, and consultations. This essay analyzes various strategies used by insider and outsider groups, highlighting key examples such as the TIE campaign for LGBT education and Finn's Law petition. Ideal for Higher Modern Studies students seeking to understand the dynamics of public influence on policy-making.

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Governance Options for Scotland

Explore the key governance alternatives for Scotland, including independence, Devomax, and federalism. This essay analyzes the implications of each option, discussing their potential benefits and drawbacks in the context of Scotland's political landscape. Ideal for Higher Modern Studies students seeking to understand the complexities of Scottish governance. Includes critical examples and arguments to support your studies.

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Mastering N5 Source Questions

This comprehensive guide covers the essential strategies for tackling N5 Modern Studies source questions. Learn how to structure your conclusions, effectively use supporting and opposing evidence from multiple sources, and maximize your marks with clear evaluative comments. Ideal for students preparing for the 10-mark source question in Modern Studies exams.

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Fair Representation in AMS

Explore the effectiveness of the Additional Members System (AMS) in providing fair representation in Scotland. This essay analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of AMS, discussing its impact on voter power, clarity of representation, and the role of parliamentary representatives. Ideal for Higher Modern Studies students, this resource complements the 'Democracy in Scotland' PowerPoint notes.

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Essay plans for UK politics section in higher mods, it includes; Voting systems, Voting Behaviour, Representitives, Holding Government to Account & Influence Descisions. KU stands for knowledge and understanding marks & An stands for analysis marks.

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Modern Studies - Pressure groups - Higher modern studies essay

This is an example essay for the topic ‘pressure groups .’ Part of the higher modern studies course. - these relate to the notes found in the PowerPoint ‘Democracy in Scotland’.

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This essay argues whether the House of Lords is in need of reform.

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Some revision notes on different electoral systems and their advantages and disadvantages for edexcel a level politics topic 3

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This is an example essay for the topic ‘AMS.’ Part of the higher modern studies course. - these relate to the notes found in the PowerPoint ‘Democracy in Scotland’.

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12 mark higher modern studies essay - democracy in scotland and the uk. Essay question- Analyse the ability of any one electoral system used in the UK to provide fair representation.

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An essay and full plan of ‘Evaluate the view that FPTP is more effective at promoting representative democracy than AMS.’ A-Level Politics.

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Politics - Evaluate the extent to which constitutional reforms introduced since 1997 have been successful.

Essay plan for the question ‘evaluate the extent to which constitutional reforms introduced since 1997 have been successful in achieving their objectives.’ Useful for A-Level Government and Politics.