UK Government
Constitution Executive Parliament Branches
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Evaluate the view that backbenchers have little influence in parliament
Do backbenchers have much influence today?
Due to the Wright reforms and the increase in unstable governments, it is clear that the influence of backbenchers has increased over the past two decades. And, although it may have been the case that with passing legislation in the past, backbenchers have been very weak, today, they are far more willing to stand up to party whips and leadership.
