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This lesson examines the concept of the democratic deficit — the idea that the UK's political system falls short of genuine democratic ideals. While the UK is widely regarded as a democracy, critics argue that significant gaps exist between democratic theory and practice.
A democratic deficit exists when the institutions and processes of a political system fail to meet the standards expected of a democracy. This may include:
The House of Lords is the second chamber of the UK Parliament, yet none of its members are elected.
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