AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies · 8100
Paper 1, Paper 2
A group that seeks to influence decisions or public policy on an issue without seeking to become the government.
Revise: Understanding Methods and ApproachesA pressure group seeks to influence decisions on a cause without seeking to become the government. Local and national groups can create their own publicity, seek news coverage and use social media to attract attention. They need supporters to carry out activities and demonstrate that others share their concerns, even if they have no formal membership system.
- Revise: Holding Those in Power to Account
An organisation seeking to influence decisions or public opinion without seeking government office itself.