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Originally Posted by Psi U MC Vito
Well the Westminster system is a pretty unique one. It evolved from an absolute monarchy, which would be a totalitarian regime, but with a democracy taking place over the centuries. Strictly speaking it is still an absolute monarchy in fact. Acts of Parliament can't pass without the approval of all three parts, including the Crown. And the cabinet are strictly speaking advisers to the Crown.
Yeah Official Questions just would not work here. However maybe it would work if during the State of the Union address or another joint session questions were asked of the big 3. And to pick a nit, the PM is PM as long as he supports a majority, doesn't have to be just his party as the current situation shows. Also there is no legal requirement for that, as the Queen still has the right to appoint whoever she wishes.
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Ah yes that makes sense, it's just 'what is done' so to speak. I suspect that will continue until/if the Queen/King says "screw you I like Joe" (Though I'm sure it would be said very regally) and then they'll change things
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Originally Posted by MysticCat
Friday was definitely the day I didn't get enough caffeine.  |
Hee.