British politics

"Britain has an unwritten constitution, it includes sovereignty in a parliament dominated by political parties. At the same time the British political system allows for the adequate representation of the people of Scotland." For over a century the most visible features of British politics have remained the same: the unelected House of Lords, the government-dominated House of Commons, the major parties, the London based Civil Service and the national press. There have been some changes …showed first 75 words of 2724 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2724 total…have much if any political power with very few pressure groups even standing for election. These pressure groups can only really influence politics through the liaisons with members of other political parties. It can therefore be argued that the Scottish Parliament doesn't give Scotland any more representation than it had through just the MP's in Westminster as its powers are lacking and it can just be seen as another layer of costly politicians and bureaucracy.