Could there be an Election in 2022 or 2023?

The video discusses the three ways a general election can be called in the UK: by the Prime Minister, by Parliament, or by the monarch. It explains the historical context and current political climate, highlighting the challenges faced by the Conservatives due to low polling numbers. The Prime Minister can call an election using prerogative powers, Parliament can trigger one through a vote of no confidence, and the monarch could theoretically dissolve Parliament, though this is unlikely. The video concludes that while there are mechanisms to call an election, none are favorable for the Conservatives at present.

What is the main reason the Conservatives are hesitant to call a general election?

• They have a strong mandate from the people.

• They fear losing and being in opposition for years.

• They want to focus on internal party issues.

• They are leading in the polls.

What change occurred after the revocation of the Fixed-term Parliaments Act?

• The monarch regained the power to call elections.

• Parliament can call elections without any restrictions.

• Elections are held every three years.

• The Prime Minister can decide election dates independently.

How can Parliament indirectly trigger a general election?

• By holding a public referendum.

• By passing a new law.

• Through a vote of no confidence.

• By requesting the monarch to intervene.

What is a potential outcome if a government loses a vote of no confidence?

• The current government continues without changes.

• The monarch automatically becomes the head of government.

• A new Prime Minister is appointed without an election.

• A general election is likely to be called.

What would be the consequence of the monarch calling an election independently?

• It would strengthen the monarch's power.

• It would be welcomed by all political parties.

• It would be a routine political event.

• It would likely cause a constitutional crisis.

Why is it unlikely for the king to invite a new party leader to form a government?

• The monarch prefers to stay out of politics.

• There is always a clear majority in Parliament.

• The current government is always stable.

• The monarch has no power in government formation.

What historical event is referenced regarding the monarch's involvement in politics?

• The monarch's role in the Brexit referendum.

• The monarch's intervention in 1924.

• The monarch's influence in the 1990s elections.

• The monarch's decision during World War II.