Understanding Westminster, Government Departments and Devolution – Online Training

• How does Parliament work? The principal roles of the UK Parliament
• The legislative process and stages of a passage of a Bill
• The current legislative programme

• The role of Select Committees and current inquiries
• Differences between the Commons and Lords and the role of MPs and peers
• How our parliamentary system fits into the context of the UK Constitution
• Real-life examples will be tailored for participants. Share examples and challenges with other attendees.

• Overview of UK Government departments and associated public bodies
• Responsibilities and roles of Ministers and their relationship with Civil Servants
• The ethos of the British Civil Service
• Accountability to Parliament
• Participate and test your knowledge in this interactive session.

• Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
• The different powers of the devolved parliaments and the role of government and Ministers
• Legislation and scrutiny
• Inter-governmental relations

This session will be tailored to the specific interests of course participants.

• How does current legislation relate to you? How are you accountable?
• What relationship does your work have for the devolved administrations and the future of devolution in England?
• What can you take from this course?