AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies key terms

The United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, following the 2016 referendum.

A sense of belonging to the United Kingdom and identifying with shared British values and traditions.

The process of planning expected income and expenditure over a period and checking whether the plan remains affordable.

The responsibility to prove an allegation. In a criminal trial, this normally rests with the prosecution.

A tax on non-domestic properties, such as shops, offices and factories, which contributes to local government funding.

The group of senior government ministers who discuss and agree major government policies.

An organised series of actions intended to achieve a particular change or raise awareness of an issue.

People working together through coordinated activities to promote a particular change.

Organised action intended to raise awareness, win support or achieve a particular change.

A person who puts themselves forward for election to a public office, such as MP or local councillor.

Law established through court decisions, which can interpret and clarify legislation and guide later cases.

A detailed investigation of a particular issue, event, group or campaign used to understand wider citizenship questions.

An agreement to stop fighting, which does not necessarily settle the underlying dispute.

The suppression or restriction of information and expression, including news reports and online posts.

An official count of the population that also collects information about its characteristics.

An organisation established for charitable purposes that benefit the public, such as relieving poverty or protecting children.

Arrangements through which institutions oversee and challenge one another, helping to prevent any one institution becoming too powerful.

A member of the public who gathers and shares news, photographs, video or commentary rather than relying solely on professional news organisations.

Taking part in political or community life to influence decisions and address problems.

A planned course of informed action addressing a citizenship issue and aiming to benefit or change a community or wider society.

A broad idea that can be applied to different citizenship issues, such as democracy, equality, justice or participation.

A focused investigation using research questions and evidence to examine a citizenship issue, idea or debate.

A matter concerning people in society, such as their rights, responsibilities or participation in decisions.

An individual action citizens can use to participate or seek change, such as voting, petitioning or lobbying.

A linked sequence of activities or events followed to achieve an outcome, such as the stages involved in changing a law or taking a case through court.

An ability used to investigate issues, communicate views or participate effectively in society, such as critical thinking, teamwork or advocacy.

Proceedings concerning a dispute over legal rights or obligations, usually between individuals or organisations.