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Unit 2 Stimulus – The Judiciary 1a) With reference to the source, describe the measures that exist to maintain the independence and neutrality of the judiciary. The independence of the judiciary from the executive and legislative is said to kept by things like their fixed salaries and sub judice rule. Their salaries ‘are paid from the Consolidated Fund’ and aren’t fixed or changeable by Parliament or the government which keeps the judiciary free from political pressure in terms of finance. The

Question 4: Examine the ways in which blogging and social media are “challenging conventional ideas about news” (Thorsen, 2013, p.139). . Since the turn of the century, the use of social media and blogging has changed the way in which we do many things. One thing it has had a large impact on is the news and the way we access it. It is said that we now “not only respond- to the content carried in mainstream media, but produce the content themselves”(Noor,2013). This is called citizen journalism

Columbia Barnard Earth Coalition club I will be able to promote an enhanced world, where recycling plays a major role. In the summertime, I will do fellowships and other academic programs. One of my long-term goals is to enter the Columbia College Oxbridge Scholars Program, to become an international well-rounded individual because it will allow me to understand and immerse myself in other cultures. I plan to volunteer at hospitals, and organizations created to help

that the women in “Aurora Leigh” believe that they, as housewives, are the “models to the universe”. Aurora is given a smattering of lessons on “refined subjects” by her aunt, but these cannot be compared to the lectures given at the prestigious Oxbridge of A Room of One’s Own. Thus, restricted in educational opportunities, the women in “Aurora Leigh” and in A Room of One’s Own must try to remain content in their domesticity and in their sparse education. To not waste away her evening

How Far Do You Agree That Bennett Uses Subversion to Shock the Audience "The History Boys" is about eight boys who are exceptionally intelligent, this is understandable as all eight of them are preparing to sit the Oxbridge entry exam. Set in the 1980’s the play has a theme of subversion has been utilized by Bennett in his play The History Boys. The play has many aspects of subversion Bennet uses comedy techniques through the play, to humour the audience. The boys are taught by two homosexual teachers

Margaret Beaufort lived in a time when the ceramics industry in London and the surrounding areas was just starting to take off (Kingston-type ware). She was born into a wealthy family and so she had many servants to take care of the cooking and cleaning (The Red Queen…, 2013). At this time, many beautifully glazed jugs and other pots were probably used in her home. However, most of these pots were probably glazed with a green or yellow glaze as that was the popular color at that time (Medieval Glazed

professions during the Regency period were the clergymen, lawyers, and army officers. Many of the men during the Regency period that desired to keep their status as a gentleman often went into a church profession (Grace). Many gentlemen that were OxBridge graduates and younger brothers entered the clergy (Ray 189). For many families that had a steady, guaranteed income, the church was a popular option for them (Grace). There were two different types of clergyman, vicar and curate. While being a clergyman

The comedy in The History Boys centres around opposition created by the two teachers Hector and Irwin. Comedy is created through clear contrasts in personalities, and teaching methods. Bennett makes use of this opposition in order to display society’s norms, values and views on education. Additionally, comedy is created because the opposition creates clashes between the two teachers therefore creating conflict. During the 1980s, education ‘was in a state of change. Traditional values of order and

Democracy is a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. For democracy to function fully, citizens are required to participate. Participation includes them being able to have a vote and have their views heard and acted upon In recent years there have been many arguments stating that the House of Commons is a fully democratic institution. This essay will argue that the House of Commons is not fully democratic.

Founded 1869 by Emily Davies and Barbara Bodichon as The College for Women (1869-1872). Girton College from 1873, full college status 1948. Sister College – Somerville College Oxford. Men and Women – Undergraduates 483 Postgraduates 208. Girton lies furthest north of any Cambridge college, about a 20-minute bike ride away from the city centre. The far-flung location provides an idyllic haven far away from the hustle and bustle of central Cambridge. It has impressive facilities, including on site