Evaluate the effectiveness of constitutional reforms

Thesis Point 1 : The CRA has made the judiciary independent

Separates the powers removing PM influence. Means scrutiny is legitimate. Broke up the power of the Lord chancellor. removed law lords.

Anti Thesis Point 1: Failure of significant reform of the House of Lords

remains undemocratic as it’s still unelected and life peers continue to be appointed by the Prime Minister reducing legitimacy of scrutiny due to PM’s influence

Thesis Point 2 : devolution hasn’t gone far enough

it wasn’t specific to each country fulfilling autonomy demands and national identity. 2023 Trans stuff. Westminster still dominant

Anti Thesis Point 2 : power has been successfully decentralised

Further devolution in the 2010s increased these powers, giving Scotland control over taxation and Wales greater legislative authority. These changes have allowed regional governments to tailor policies to their population, enhancing democratic representation

Thesis Point 3 : FPTP still causes controversy in scrutiny of Govt

produces unrepresentative outcomes and a lack of accountability. Very disproportionate - 2019 Tories won 43.6% of the vote but secured 56% of seats

Anti Thesis Point 3 :FOIA has aided both Parliament and the media in their task of calling to account

has increased government transparency, 2009 MPs’ expenses scandal, which exposed misuse of public funds and resulted in 40 resignations and repayments