Should MPs be allowed to vote electronically?
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- In this lesson, we will consider how MPs vote in the House of Commons. We will examine how MPs voted prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact the pandemic had on voting. It then explores if the House of Commons should retain digital voting.
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5 Questions
Q1.
What is digital democracy?
Expressing your personal opinion on social media
The use of maths within democracy
Voting at a polling station
Q2.
Which campaign provided us with an example of successful direct digital democracy?
Digital Britain
Electronic Estonia
Q3.
Which campaign provided us an example of successful electronic voting?
Digital Britain
Virtual Taiwan
Q4.
Why might voting online disadvantage some groups in society? Select TWO
It wouldn't! Voting online would be great for everyone
Q5.
Which of the following are potential problems for digital democracy? Choose TWO
Increase participation, particularly within younger generations
Saves money
5 Questions
Q1.
In which House do MPs vote on proposed government policy and laws?
House of Lords
Q2.
What is the name of the lobbies where MPs divide to vote?
Aye and No
No and Possibly
Yes and Maybe
Q3.
Which of the following arguments supports keeping digital voting in the House of Commons?
Digital systems may exclude those who are digitally illiterate
The digital systems are complex to learn
The digital systems are expensive to maintain
Q4.
Which of the following arguments supports the return to in person voting in the House of Commons?
It allows MPs to access from anywhere
It reduces to spread of COVID-19
Once the software is understood, it is very easy to use
Q5.
What is the role of the teller?
Alerts MPs to the presence of the Monarch
Oversees debate in the House
Votes in decisions