Whenever the government has to make a decision, there will be some who agree and others who disagree. In a democracy, there are a wide range of methods that can be used to try to influence the outcome. A good example is the decision about whether or not to build a third runway at Heathrow airport.
Students will consider the role of citizens in democratic government, the roles played by public institutions and voluntary groups in society, and the ways in which citizens work together to improve their communities.
Starter
Phase 1
Plenary 1
Phase 2
Plenary 2
Homework