Case 1 - United Kingdom

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Tony Blair

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Former UK Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party who promoted the "Third Way" between socialism and capitalism.

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Brexit

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The United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union following a 2016 referendum.

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Tony Blair

Former UK Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party who promoted the "Third Way" between socialism and capitalism.

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Brexit

The United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union following a 2016 referendum.

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Cabinet

A group of senior ministers chosen by the Prime Minister to lead government departments and advise on policy.

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David Cameron

Former UK Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party who called the Brexit referendum.

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Celtic Fringe

Regions of the UK, such as Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with distinct cultural identities from England.

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Collective Responsibility

The principle that all cabinet members must publicly support government decisions, even if they privately disagree.

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Collectivist Consensus

The post-WWII agreement between UK parties to support welfare state policies and a mixed economy.

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Common Law

A legal system based on precedent and judicial rulings rather than written codes.

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Commonwealth

An association of former British Empire territories focused on economic, political, and cultural cooperation.

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Confederation of British Industry (CBI)

An organization representing UK businesses, advocating for economic policies beneficial to its members.

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Conservatives

A major UK political party traditionally supporting free markets, national sovereignty, and limited government intervention.

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Jeremey Corbyn

Former leader of the Labour Party known for his socialist policies and grassroots activism.

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Crown

A symbolic representation of the UK's monarchy and its authority.

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English Civil War

A 17th-century conflict between Parliamentarians and Royalists over governance, leading to temporary abolition of the monarchy.

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Nigel Farage

Politician and prominent leader of the UK Independence Party, known for his advocacy of Brexit.

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Good Friday Agreement

A 1998 peace accord that ended much of the violence in Northern Ireland and established power-sharing governance.

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Hereditary Peers

Members of the House of Lords who inherit their titles, many of whom have had their voting rights restricted.

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House of Commons

The lower house of Parliament, consisting of elected Members of Parliament who create and pass legislation.

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House of Lords

The upper house of Parliament, composed of appointed, hereditary, and clergy members, which reviews legislation.

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Hung Parliament

A situation where no political party wins a majority of seats in the House of Commons.

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Labour Party

A major UK political party traditionally representing workers and advocating for social equality and public services.

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Liberal Democratic Party

A centrist UK political party advocating for individual freedoms, social justice, and proportional representation.

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Liberals

The historical predecessors to the Liberal Democrats, emphasizing free trade, civil liberties, and limited government.

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Life Peers

Appointed members of the House of Lords who hold their titles for their lifetime without inheritance.

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Magna Carta

A 1215 document establishing the principle that everyone, including the king, is subject to the law.

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Majoritarian

A political system where the majority's preferences dominate decision-making, often sidelining minorities.

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Theresa May

Former UK Prime Minister who struggled to negotiate and implement Brexit.

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Member of Parliament (MP)

An elected representative in the House of Commons.

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Neoliberalism

An economic philosophy promoting free markets, deregulation, and reduced government intervention.

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Northern Ireland

A UK region with a history of sectarian conflict and distinct cultural identity.

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Parliament

The UKโ€™s legislative body, consisting of the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

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Prime Minister

The head of government in the UK, typically the leader of the majority party in the House of Commons.

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Quangos

Quasi-autonomous non-governmental organizations performing public functions but not directly controlled by government.

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Scottish National Party (SNP)

A political party advocating for Scottish independence and progressive policies.

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Margaret Thatcher

Former UK Prime Minister and Conservative leader known for neoliberal economic reforms and privatization.

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The Troubles

A period of violent conflict in Northern Ireland between unionists and nationalists from the late 1960s to 1998.

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Third Way

A centrist political philosophy blending elements of socialism and capitalism, popularized by Tony Blair.

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Trades Union Congress (TUC)

A federation of trade unions in the UK, advocating for workers' rights and labor interests.

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United Kingdom Independence Party (UKIP)

A political party primarily focused on advocating for Brexit and reduced immigration.

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United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The full name of the UK, comprising England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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Vote of No Confidence

A parliamentary motion declaring the government no longer has majority support, potentially triggering its resignation or new elections.