The Labour Party in the run-up to the General Election
As we run up to the next general election, the Labour Party are dominating the polls. However, beyond these headlines, there are […]
Political Ideas and Human Nature for A Level Politics
The Question of Human Nature in Political Theory Human nature has long been a subject of inquiry in political theory. Understanding how […]
The Roles and Functions of the British Cabinet
When studying A level Politics, it is crucial to understand the role and functions of the British Cabinet in the UK Government, […]
2023 in Politics: Annual Year in Review
As part of an annual tradition here at Study Dog, we’re looking over some of the biggest political stories and developments of […]
Federalism in A Level Politics: A Comparison to Devolution
Federalism and devolution are two distinct systems of governance that have been adopted by the United States and the United Kingdom, respectively. […]
Let’s talk about Recall Petitions: accountability and transparency
Recall petitions have been discussed a lot in UK politics in recent months due to several scandals. Boris Johnson, Margaret Ferrier, Chris […]
What are the different types of globalisation?
The three types of globalisation Globalisation is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has transformed the world in numerous ways. It has […]
Is There a Participation Crisis in the UK?
What is a Participation Crisis? A participation crisis refers to a decline in the number of people actively engaging in political activities […]
How are rights protected in the UK? A guide for A Level Politics
How are rights protected in the UK? In the UK, there are a series of laws and regulations that ensure the fundamental […]
Pressure Groups in A Level Politics – definition, types and examples
What are pressure groups? In the dynamic landscape of UK politics, various groups look to influence decision-making and policy formulation. One of […]
Conservatism in A Level Politics: traditional, one nation and new right explained
What is Conservatism? As part of the A Level Politics course, students are required to know about three core political ideologies: conservative, […]
What are the schools of thought of realism and liberalism?
In A Level Politics, we explore many political theories, from conservatism to nationalism to feminism. However, when discussing global politics, we also […]
