TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 06/10/2026What are the US midterms? A simple guide. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukWhat are the US midterms? A simple guideUS voters will head to the polls on 3 November in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency. 000
Reposted by TBSHSPoliticsStephen Spaulding @stevespaulding.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Exactly one month out from an election that will decide who controls the U.S. Senate -- the chamber every judicial nominee needs to clear -- Justice Alito confirms in a television interview that he is considering retirement from the high court. 1/politico.comJustice Alito confirms he is considering retirementThe conservative Supreme Court justice said in a CBS News interview that he’ll revisit the issue next year. 60638212
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 02/10/2026First minister demands 'new deal' from Andy Burnham to make Wales equal with Scotland. Good for examples on asymmetric devolution. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukFirst minister demands 'new deal' from Andy Burnham to make Wales equal with ScotlandRhun ap Iorwerth demands the UK government devolve policing, justice and welfare powers to Cardiff Bay. 200
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Year 12, we’ve just been looking at whether the UK should further the use of referendums to enhance our representative democracy. How can we use this example to support or counter this view? Suffolk asylum referendums show people want help, says Badenoch. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukSuffolk asylum referendums show people want help, says BadenochThe Conservative leader supports calls for referendums of housing asylum seekers in Suffolk. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Andy Burnham pledges pension triple lock changes to fund care reforms. Make sure you update your Labour Party policies on welfare. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukAndy Burnham pledges pension triple lock changes to fund care reformsThe PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK. 001
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Electoral reform and party policies - Labour Party Conference 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026A really important news story for Politics students. How will this affect power-sharing and devolution in Northern Ireland? Parading, policing and power sharing collide amid Drumcree dispute www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukStormont future depends on Drumcree outcomeDivisions that had been dormant over Drumcree have flowed angrily again between Stormont parties. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Party policies Davey promises tax cuts for millions if UK rejoins EU single market www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukEd Davey promises tax cuts for millions if UK rejoins EU single marketThe Lib Dem leader vows to raise tax thresholds if he becomes PM, in a speech to his party conference. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Useful argument for party funding questions. Make sure you use the ongoing funding stories for your essays! 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 14/09/2026How has devolution protected the unity of the UK? Certainly worth a read for Component 2 Westminster's time is coming to an end, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders say www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukWestminster coming to an end, say Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish leadersThe leaders of Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Fein say the UK government should prepare for constitutional change. 010
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Is the UK in need of further devolution? Labour Mayors in England vow to cap tourist tax at 5% www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukLabour mayors in England vow to cap tourist tax at 5%Reform UK and the Conservatives have criticised plans for the new levy on visitors' overnight stays. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 11/09/2026This bill continues to be a useful example for our Parliament unit, particularly the role of the House of Lords Legalised dying bill for England and Wales faces new Commons vote www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukLegalised dying bill for England and Wales faces new Commons voteThe proposal was backed by a majority of MPs earlier this year but did not become law after its progress was stalled by peers. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Useful for democracy and participation - what reforms could be considered to increase voter participation? This is something we will look at shortly, Year 12. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Watch this story - a really useful example for questions on party funding 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Supreme Court, ideological balance and politicisation of the Court 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 30/06/2026US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in blow to Trump www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukUS Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in blow to TrumpThe ruling is a major setback for Donald Trump's immigration agenda, and has been welcomed by civil rights groups. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 30/06/2026One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukOne big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme CourtWhile Trump celebrated a ruling expanding presidential power to remove and replace regulators, other decisions were major setbacks. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain. Year 13 - as final prep for Paper 3 is completed, think about how the Iran War has created risks and rewards for the President. Do we see an imperial or an imperilled presidency? What about Congress’ role? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukTrump's Iran announcement may ease pressure but uncertainty lingersThe announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Assisted dying returns to Parliament as MP urges peers to 'finish the job'. I said this was unlikely in lesson, but here we are… Great for powers of the Lords and Commons and the legislative process www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukAssisted dying returns to Parliament as MP urges peers to 'finish the job'Lauren Edwards says she will bring the exact same bill which was narrowly passed by the Commons but ran out of time in the Lords. 010
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Good example of power of the purse for Congress. Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroom www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukSenate advances funding bill after Republicans cut $1bn for White House ballroomThe bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump's 'anti-weaponisation fund'. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Get this into your prep for Paper 3. Great for checks and balances, effectiveness of Congressional oversight and the powers of the President. US House delivers rebuke to Trump as it votes to halt Iran war www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukUS House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to TrumpIn the 215-208 vote, four Republicans joined Democrats to pass the measure, which had failed in three previous attempts. 000
Reposted by TBSHSPoliticsSara Hobolt @sarahobolt.bsky.social · 14/05/2026✍️ My take on why Britain’s two-party system has collapsed in the LSE British Politics blog 👇 22010
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 12/05/2026Great for PM and cabinet! Starmer knows his authority now depends on his cabinet who have come out to back him. Think about potential questions: evaluate the view that the prime minister is still subject to cabinet government… Add the election results and fallout to your plans! 000
Reposted by TBSHSPoliticsUK Parliament @ukparliament.parliament.uk · 12/05/2026On Wednesday 13 May, the State Opening of Parliament will take place at the Palace of Westminster. We will be livestreaming the proceedings on UK Parliament YouTube. 174
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 08/05/2026Before paper 1, a really good update for party systems in the UK. Also keep an eye on Welsh and Scottish results. Sir John Curtice: Election results show politics in the UK has fragmented www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukSir John Curtice: Election results show politics in the UK has fragmentedReform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 02/05/2026Trump claims other presidents flouted war powers law. It's a mixed record www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukTrump claims other presidents flouted war powers law. It's a mixed recordBoth Bushes and Reagan won authorisation for wars, but Obama and Clinton ducked the requirement. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war Checks and balances, presidency, Congress and foreign policy www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukTrump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran warThe president writes that hostilities 010
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Constitutional and House of Lords Reform. Note that reports are due next year on further reforms, including retirement ages and participation requirements. Hereditary peers' last hurrah as 700-year-old system abolished www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukHereditary peers' last hurrah as 700-year-old system abolishedIt comes after legislation to remove their right to sit in the upper chamber passed last month. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Great for the role of Select Committees in Parliament and other forms of scrutiny 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Speaker has granted a debate following calls from opposition and backbenchers. Great for our Parliament unit on effectiveness of scrutiny. Starmer faces vote on inquiry over Mandelson vetting claims www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukKeir Starmer faces vote on inquiry over Mandelson vetting claimsNo 10 brands the move 001
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 26/04/2026Great for PM topic and Labour's record in government. Plenty in there fore Parliament topic too. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 24/04/2026The assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isnt over. Really important example for powers and influence of the Lords over legislation and what the Commons could do but is unlikely to. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukThe assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isn't overIn June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Trump tariff refunds begin but consumer likely to miss out. The Supreme Court came to declare Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs as unconstitutional - a useful example for Supreme Court's role in providing checks and balances www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukTrump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss outBusinesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 21/04/2026Phones to be banned in schools in England under government plans. A good example for the impact of the Lords on the legislative process - this was an amendment introduced by Conservative peers. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukPhones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plansEducation minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Make sure you update your profiles on Keir Starmer for the PM unit. This is a real test of the PM’s power. Also worth remembering the role of Parliament and scrutiny - this came from a humble address motion Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukMandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sackedThe prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes. 000
Reposted by TBSHSPoliticsSteven T. Dennis @steventdennis.bsky.social · 07/04/2026President Trump threatened to obliterate every power station and bridge in a country of 90 million people on Tuesday night in prime time and basically no one is bothering to even ask him how that is not a “war” that would require authorization from Congress under Article I of the Constitution. 442439643
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 01/04/2026US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukSupreme Court questions birthright citizenshipTrump attended the oral arguments in person on Wednesday, a rare move by a sitting president that underscored the high stakes of the case. 000
Reposted by TBSHSPoliticsNick George de Souza @nickgeorgedesouza.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Is it time to elect the House of Lords? Enjoy episode 220 of The A Level Politics Show! If you like it, subscribe to Plus Plus Plus - for £1.99 per month get the full back catalogue. Cancel anytime - deets in show notes. open.spotify.com/episode/21C2...open.spotify.comEp. 220 Should the House of Lords be elected? 001
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 10/03/2026Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukHereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passesThe bill abolishes the 92 seats reserved for peers who inherit their titles through their families. 010
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 10/03/2026A really useful article for looking at the role and powers of the House of Lords 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 05/03/2026US Senate vote fails to rein in Trump war powers on Iran www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukUS Senate vote fails to rein in Trump war powers on IranThe measure, passed largely along party lines, would halt US military action until approved by Congress. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 04/03/2026After looking at War Powers Act last week, Senate rejects war powers resolution limiting presidential action. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Constitutional reform and the House of Lords - we were wondering in today’s lesson where the removal of hereditary peers had go to… 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 27/02/2026Useful read for influence of minor parties and party systems www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukGreen by-election victory shows insurgent parties are here to stayThe party's historic win in Gorton and Denton by-election is clearest sign yet of changing political landscape. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 25/02/2026Analysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial elections www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukAnalysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial electionsThe BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech. 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 21/02/2026Great quotes in Gorsuch’s judgement for checks and balances in US political system 000
TBSHSPolitics @tbshspolitics.bsky.social · 21/02/2026Great synoptic example for oversight of presidency, power of the Supreme Court and Congress 000