Scotland
Democracy in Scotland
The Scottish government looks after devolved issues like health and Scottish local authorities deliver services like schools. The UK government is responsible for reserved issues like foreign policy.
Voting systems in Scotland
MSPs are chosen for the Scottish Parliament using an electoral system called the Additional Member System. This is a form of proportional representation with advantages and disadvantages.
Video playlist
How MSPs are elected to Scottish parliament. Video
An explanation of the Additional Member System used for elections to Scottish parliament.
Trade unions at Kvaerner Govan. Video
A series of 成人快手 news items summarising the sequence of events in an industrial dispute.
Youth involvement with local councils. Video
Local councils can consult with youth groups to help them serve young people.
Local council services. Video
A look at the importance of local government in our daily lives.
How the Scottish Parliament works - Gypsy travellers. Video
The response of the Scottish Parliament to the demands of a section of society.
Outsider pressure groups. Video
The use of direct action by pro-hunting pressure groups.
How the Scottish Parliament works - Private Member鈥檚 Bill. Video
The implementation of a successful Members' Bill is looked at through a case study.
Insider pressure groups. Video
Three case studies explain the influence of pressure groups on Scottish government.
What are trade unions and how do they help people in the workplace? Video
A look at the role played by trade unions in representing workers with employers.
Local government money. Video
A look at the main sources of local government income and expenditure and how it is spent.
How the Scottish Parliament works - Free personal care. Video
The implementation of free personal care for older people in Scotland.
How are councillors elected in Scotland? Video
The Single Transferable Vote system is used to elect local councillors in Scotland.
How do the media influence us and what does this mean for political parties in the UK? Video
Looking at what influence the UK media have on the political process.
Battle of the Forth Road Bridge. Video
The problems faced by the SNP to build a new Forth Road Bridge.
A day in the life of an MSP in Scottish parliament. Video
Tasks carried out by an MSP, such as meeting constituents and proposing new laws.
The work of an MSP. Video
Shona Robison, MSP, Dundee East, explains her work as an MSP.
The influence of the media. Video
An examination of the relationship between the media and politicians.
What are the differences between political systems in Scotland and the UK? Video
A comparison between the responsibilities of Scottish parliament and the UK parliament.
What are pressure groups and how do they affect political decision making? Video
Pressure groups and how they aim to influence political decision making in the UK.
How important is public opinion? Video
The influence of public opinion on shaping government legislation.
How does the political system work in the UK? Video
An overview of institutions in the UK political system, such as the Houses of Parliament.
A day in the life of a local councillor. Video
A summary of the role councillors play in Scottish communities.
Local government funding - Public Private Partnership. Video
A look at the use of Public Private Partnership funding by a local council.
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