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How many members are there in the Northern Ireland Assembly?

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90

When was the Northern Ireland Assembly was established?

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1998

Where are proceedings in Parliament published in official reports?

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Hansard

True or False: Most people will usually get information about political issues and events from newspapers, television, radio and the internet.

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True

True or False: Some newspaper owners and editors hold strong political opinions and run campaigns to try to influence government policy and public opinion.

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True

In what year was the present voting age set?

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1969

What is the minimum age to vote?

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18

True or False: Citizens of the Commonwealth and Ireland who are resident in the UK, can vote in all public elections.

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True

How often is the electoral register updated?

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Every year in September or October

To be able to vote in a parliamentary or local election you must have your name on which register?

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The electoral register

What do people do polling stations?

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Vote in an Election

True or False: If it is difficult for you to get to polling station or polling place, you can register for a postal ballot.

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True

Which categories of people are not able to run for public office?

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Members of the armed forces, Civil servants, People found guilty of certain criminal offences

How old does a person need to be to stand for public office?

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18

Who is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth?

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The King

How many member states are there in the Commonwealth?

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56

True or False: Somalia is a Commonwealth country.

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False

True or False: The Commonwealth has no power of its members although it can suspend membership.

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True

True or False: Pakistan is a Commonwealth country.

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True

How many member countries are there in the Council of Europe?

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46

True or False: The UN was set up after the First World War

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False



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