Learn about the UK political system & elections

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 มิ.ย. 2017
  • In this lesson I will explain a little about how the UK political system works, and introduce you to some of the vocabulary. You'll learn about the major parties, local councils, constituencies, and more. So, welcome to the unpredictable world of UK politics! This is a great lesson to help you understand the news, even if you don't live in the UK. Listening to British news is a great way to practise your English, and understanding what they are talking about will really help! When I made this video in early 2017, I thought that the next UK General Election would not happen until 2020 -- how wrong I was! So here is the video, just a few days ahead of a surprise General Election in June 2017.

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  • @aamorcrofts2369
    @aamorcrofts2369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +457

    I’m so thankful for this, I’m sixteen so I will be able to vote in two years, but schools seem to forget that we need to learn politics. Most people my age have no clue on politics. This should be shown in all schools!

    • @Adaobieistyping
      @Adaobieistyping 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It should be compulsory in my opinion

    • @aamorcrofts2369
      @aamorcrofts2369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      TheRenaissanceman65 thank you for taking the time to do that! I wrote the comment a year ago so I’m now settled in what party I will vote for, and their manifestos. I took most of the year to study up on politics, but I do believe it should be taught in schools so more young people feel educated enough to vote. But thank you! Whenever someone asks me what they should learn I will send them this bc you said it in such an easy way to understand

    • @hanna4yearsago312
      @hanna4yearsago312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aamor Crofts which political party would you vote for?

    • @hanna4yearsago312
      @hanna4yearsago312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      TheRenaissanceman65 hahaha

    • @moniquevanhooreweder6456
      @moniquevanhooreweder6456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What a wonderful education system!

  • @Wh3atley
    @Wh3atley 7 ปีที่แล้ว +503

    She remained exceptionally neutral, I appreciate that very much
    Unlike many other educators who put a slant on things according to the ideology they've fallen victim to
    So kudos for not doing that

    • @omarsabir1210
      @omarsabir1210 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yeah it's annoying for people who just wanna learn

    • @TheLugiaSong
      @TheLugiaSong 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Right! I'm always hesitant learning about politics because sometimes it's hard to identify if a source is neutral or not(even slightly, some people use biased words or phrasing). Even if they're supporting the views I do, I still don't want someone else influencing my views, just informing.

  • @PhoenixVert
    @PhoenixVert 6 ปีที่แล้ว +469

    Thank you for being so unbiased. It's so much easier to generate your own opinions when you're not being fed bias information.

    • @NickSBailey
      @NickSBailey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Mostly good though a little bias did creep in. It's true the conservatives are struggling to get policies through but it's largely down to divisions in their own party and not so much their small majority and other parties scuppering them. Also, Labour currently campaign from a platform highlighting the increasing wealth gap and that certainly isn't old-fashioned and is very much a current issue. None of this is the teacher's fault she did very well to keep bias out this is down to available information.

    • @Damo2690
      @Damo2690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      People pretending the Lib Dems are bigger than the SNP piss me off

    • @clockfixer5049
      @clockfixer5049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NickSBailey last thing I heard is that the UK has officially passed a law prohibiting any kind of critique of capitalism. How's that for bias, lol

  • @victoriavic3126
    @victoriavic3126 6 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    DEAR LORD... YOU'RE THE BEST TEACHER, AND THE CUTEST TOO! I'M FROM BRAZIL, AND LOVE YOUR CLASSES!

  • @HomoSiliconiens
    @HomoSiliconiens 7 ปีที่แล้ว +290

    Dear Ms. Gill,
    Thank you very much. For English learners like me, who are from different part of the world, it would be highly beneficial for us to learn English as well as UK's historical/social/cultural/political system. In this sense, this video is higly informative.

  • @wendygalvez5907
    @wendygalvez5907 7 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    Thank you dear Gill. You have an amazing way to teach.

  • @prossiearinaitwe5719
    @prossiearinaitwe5719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I like the way she brings out her tough facts in a calm way.

  • @andreaseanez7645
    @andreaseanez7645 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Given the Brexit situation, I have been interested in British politics and this was perfectly explained! thank you!!!

  • @mmmm-jx1ju
    @mmmm-jx1ju 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i'm from Algeria and now i live here in the UK but may English still developing i just rely like you and i want to meet you because you relay help me and i always learning with you thank you Gill

  • @Olina01
    @Olina01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When I saw this beautiful old lady standing next to the board ... I was really underestimating this video (with all the use of technology in videos now days)...
    But she is just what I needed! Very well structured, good pace, simple...
    Thank you!

  • @peterclaver124
    @peterclaver124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a passionate about the UK and everything related to this beautiful Land and I'm glad of this video, it helps me a lot to learn better how the British parliament works!
    Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

  • @sarasanchezmalaver7241
    @sarasanchezmalaver7241 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have such an ability to explain and to teach! It’s amazing! Thank you so much for your videos because they are very helpful when it comes to practicing English, specially when you are not a native speaker. Your accent trains hearing skill so much, and the topics are interesting and useful; of course, the way you explain and develop them is just as great. Thank you!

  • @marcicleideferreira4224
    @marcicleideferreira4224 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You are a fantastic teacher! Thank you so much!!!

  • @lauraelizabeth7082
    @lauraelizabeth7082 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this video! You should do more on political system, I'm in the United States studying the UK Political System! I grasped understanding so well from you! Thank you!

  • @biaohuang8657
    @biaohuang8657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HI Gill,
    Thank you so much for your videos.
    This is my first glance at your channel and I finished watching this video. I've learned a lot from it and your ways of illustrating are so easy and enjoyable.
    Wish you the best!

  • @wasimhajjo3924
    @wasimhajjo3924 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you nana!
    You helped me with my research, I like the way you talk in addition. Clear, calm, and confident!
    Keep it up ma'am 👍🏻

  • @NicolaSiliprandi70
    @NicolaSiliprandi70 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Gill, it's always a pleasure to see your interesting and clear lessons

  • @luciabaturone9214
    @luciabaturone9214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for your clear and calm explanation.I loved it. I wish you made another video with the update issues of the last few years and a lot have happened till them!

  • @saeedbaloch2393
    @saeedbaloch2393 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi Gill you're obviously an impeccable mentor in particular the way you explain these sort of stuffs with decent order it seems quite natural rather than usual this indispensable part is thought-provoking I appreciate your efforts

  • @stevegong8359
    @stevegong8359 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my first time make a comment on Gill's fantastic videos, and no any one missing, it's very helpful for me to improve my English vocabulary. I just sincerely express my appreciation to you.

  • @VictorHugo-jv5co
    @VictorHugo-jv5co 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for being so clear and efficient in bringing answers for most of my questions!

  • @michellevigilo3964
    @michellevigilo3964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful, thank you. I am a new British citizen and it's nice to learn a bit about the political system and elections. Thank you! This is wonderful

  • @asspartacus
    @asspartacus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the calmest English lesson I have ever had. Love ya.

  • @funway7300
    @funway7300 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm Sri lankan and now I'm living in UK
    This lesson interesting!!!!!!!

  • @aliciadeoliveira4187
    @aliciadeoliveira4187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you to share this video with us, I'm a French student in College who study the AngloSaxon world. It helped me to understand more than I expected the English parliament, it would be a part of my success if I don't fail my exams.

  • @lara.3183
    @lara.3183 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You speak so slow and clear which makes it really easy for me to understand what you’re saying and it helps me a lot since I’m not a native speaker ^^ so thank you for your video

  • @hichamnouri2877
    @hichamnouri2877 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your English Channel helps me so much with my classes. Thank you, dear Gill. You have an amazing way to teach.

  • @RUDEBOYY2K80
    @RUDEBOYY2K80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you very much. You are such a good teacher, so calm. You just filled in the gaps what I didn’t know about in politics. Thank you very much x

  • @pitiful_shoe3716
    @pitiful_shoe3716 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, Ms. Gill! I (16) just moved to the UK, and this was extremely helpful for my Politics class.

  • @gerardobombin228
    @gerardobombin228 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gill, thanks for the excellent, clear, and lovely explanation!

  • @StayPolishThinkEnglish
    @StayPolishThinkEnglish 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    one of the best classes along with the historical background of UK. Keep the bar high dear Gill !

  • @sofiaportelli9545
    @sofiaportelli9545 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Gill! You're amazing!

  • @dr.phil.szilviarad1076
    @dr.phil.szilviarad1076 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Gill, it´s a great idea to interview people! it was very entertaining and at the same time very instructive! You are a very conscientious and friendly teacher to whom we can quickly build trust. That is fundamental in foreign language learning.Your student shows that you are doing a great job! I'm looking forward to the next video .... maybe about typical English foods? That would be very interesting! Greetings!

  • @carolinaserna1598
    @carolinaserna1598 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your English Channel help me so much with my classes , thank you teacher for all, many people visit you :) Bless wishes !!!

  • @stephanebationo235
    @stephanebationo235 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have greatly apreciated this lesson. I had forgotten my lesson of British Civilization but this lesson helped me.

  • @b.i4742
    @b.i4742 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We are studying about British constitution it will be a great help for me.
    Love all the way from Nagaland, India.

  • @davidkennedy8711
    @davidkennedy8711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Ms.Gill watching from the United States and started to take an interest in UK politics

  • @Francis.Coppola
    @Francis.Coppola 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're so excellent in explaining! Thanks Mrs Gill

  • @71LibraryGal
    @71LibraryGal 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this precise yet understandable presentation! Perfect blend of facts without political jargon that can confuse people.

  • @srbhsngh796
    @srbhsngh796 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an exceptional teacher,thanks for providing knowledge without being biased

  • @elenacattaneo1102
    @elenacattaneo1102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Gill, thank you so much! I am an Italian teacher and I will show my students a part of this video. Hope to see you soon on new video!

  • @juanmanuelforbescanon7549
    @juanmanuelforbescanon7549 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much, Ms. Gill for this video. You explain it all in a simple way that help me understand it easily. You're great!!

  • @Jurhid
    @Jurhid 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much! I had to do a presentation on the policital system of the UK for an exam.This helped me out. I´fm from the Netherlands so we don´t get much informtation about the UK in our schools.

  • @greysquirtle5144
    @greysquirtle5144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you very much for this video! I'm trying to write a fictional government that takes inspiration from the UK's set up. I barely understand my own country's politics, let alone the UK's, and your calm walkthrough helped little old me out.

  • @thepalequeenkitty4595
    @thepalequeenkitty4595 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this! I am a citizen but only recently. Originally from the states and there are many things I need to learn. 🤓💜💜 Much appreciated.

  • @kenethbyayesu9407
    @kenethbyayesu9407 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are just a joy to watch and i can`t believe how good you are at your age. i am pretty sure now i understand UK politics and why it remained impossible for them to achieve and deliver Brexit they promised to their citizen.

  • @107613cw
    @107613cw 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped me so much! Thank you Gill!

  • @littlebird763
    @littlebird763 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dear Gill, you should know that I love learning from your videos. They are so interesting, especially those about culture, politics, geography or etymology :) That is what makes you special :)

  • @soukhapangna
    @soukhapangna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your detailed and helpful explanation!

  • @SophiaMM480
    @SophiaMM480 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video so helpful, thank you Gill. Also some ASMR vibes coming through which is lovely 😂

  • @1000io20x1000
    @1000io20x1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, Gill. First, thank you for this video and the lesson it contains, especially a day like today in which the results of the general elections in the UK have been kwon. Thanks to your class, I have better understood what has happened and your electoral system. It seems that most people do not want a hard Brexit. Bets regards. I hope see you soon.

  • @demonshaz
    @demonshaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am NOT interested in or even like politics but its something that needs to be understood if you live here

  • @scottcrossett3475
    @scottcrossett3475 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Gill - keep teaching across this medium!

  • @KC-fb8ql
    @KC-fb8ql 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much from USA.
    This was very informative and enjoyable :)

  • @emilebichelberger7590
    @emilebichelberger7590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very nice video well explained, nice cheerful personality as well. Entertaining and educational to watch with no bias.
    Thank you.

  • @RyanKeane9
    @RyanKeane9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are excellent videos. You are teaching me what my school didn’t. Thank you so much.

  • @fabiolamonteiro4336
    @fabiolamonteiro4336 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video was Wonderful idea ! Thank you!!!

  • @user-uf3nc6cd3h
    @user-uf3nc6cd3h 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for your exceptionally clear explanation.

  • @TheBritishBarman
    @TheBritishBarman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for a rare and detailed view on the British Political System. While my current Degree is in Networking, my own personal studies into politics have drawn a unique interest in the possibility of an Independent running for MP or even prime minister.

  • @Jim-si7wz
    @Jim-si7wz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your excellent presentation.

  • @dds67
    @dds67 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Admirable your way to teach. Thanks.

  • @lanachanel4190
    @lanachanel4190 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was such a great lesson, informative, but neutral thus very professional. In addition you're a very charming person. I even liked the repition of some important vocabulary, because the way you do that isn't annoying at all.

  • @amandagiven4848
    @amandagiven4848 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Gill. Thank you so much for this video, i am currently doing a social science course and this has just explained my democracy class for me

  • @trinhleucphu3072
    @trinhleucphu3072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, this video is really helpful, know I can do a presentation about the British government.

  • @romulus1878
    @romulus1878 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't usually sit through things like this but this good lady kept me watching. (Got a 100% on the linked quiz after.)

  • @janeleray132
    @janeleray132 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Extremely well explained and interesting.
    This should be taught in schools...but then knowledge gives people power , so perhaps this is why it isn’t.
    Thankyou very much for sharing .

  • @patriciamarcalain5137
    @patriciamarcalain5137 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gil, you áre very good at teaching. I'm preparing the CPE and your clases help me a lot !!! Thanks!!!!

  • @infinitafenix3153
    @infinitafenix3153 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are a great teacher madam, thanks for this very useful information.

  • @wenjack4929
    @wenjack4929 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for video this lesson.Very useful.And i hope you can pick some subject about ecomic,medical,etc.Thanks again

  • @era-xc8qv
    @era-xc8qv 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful lesson Gill, many thank you.

  • @abubakarisuleman1025
    @abubakarisuleman1025 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy the lecture.I hope to see you for the nest lecture and is my prayer that may God grant you more yeas

  • @zildaemanuel5001
    @zildaemanuel5001 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY INTERESTING INFORMATION THANK YOU FOR SHARING THAT'S GREAT POLITICS LEARNING 🇬🇧

  • @habibaalhyane5362
    @habibaalhyane5362 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much Mme you are an excellent speaker

  • @burieddreamer
    @burieddreamer ปีที่แล้ว

    That's a lovely video. I will forward to people who have doubts about our political system.

  • @aj1122ful
    @aj1122ful 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much appreciated lovely Ms. Gill

  • @wojtus_pogromca
    @wojtus_pogromca 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much. I was doing a school project about UK and political oreder in UK. I am from Poland so it is very hard fom me to understand but thank you a lot

  • @mtsn
    @mtsn 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, with a very clear explanation of the mess... I mean... of the British political system!

  • @afreenzaman5750
    @afreenzaman5750 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video has been very informational and definitely brushed up my knowledge on the political systems in UK, so thank you very much :)

  • @appuz37
    @appuz37 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Gill, thank you for you lessons, they are immensely helpful. Hope you are safe, with all the craziness happening in London- terrorist attacks and fire.

  • @jaredscofield3111
    @jaredscofield3111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm in the US. Thanks for helping a foreigner understand where all these parties fit onto the political compass. I'm in a third party here but they are more or less ignored by US politics.

  • @maryamaben5799
    @maryamaben5799 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you so much dear Gill
    I like your teaching methode

  • @marimar9999
    @marimar9999 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome general lesson. Thank you.

  • @MK-md8sk
    @MK-md8sk 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Perfect explanation. So highly appreciated

  • @user-sd9fp1vf1y
    @user-sd9fp1vf1y 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i did not watch the video yet because i am in a place where the network is so bad but i'm so excited to see it
    through the comments i think i will love you teacher

  • @anjalijha6565
    @anjalijha6565 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really helped a lot in understanding. I am from India and was trying to prepare my topic about the comparative analysis of Indian political party system with Britain.THANkss ma'am .

  • @sntalu
    @sntalu ปีที่แล้ว

    The best English teacher I have ever seen

  • @PalSaruon
    @PalSaruon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had been leaned a lot from your teaching I appreciate you so much..

  • @ulhrick
    @ulhrick 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I love this teacher.... is one of the best on youtube or maybe the best ...
    Many thanks. from Perú

    • @ritaenglish
      @ritaenglish 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with you

  • @adamwalsh5801
    @adamwalsh5801 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Gill for a very interesting lesson. You seem different in his one I think your hair is shorter:) I wish you could upload more frequently because your lessons are so interesting and calming. Greetings from Ireland.

  • @jamesevans2702
    @jamesevans2702 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks I’m a young and I love politics so I want to know who I would vote for in the elections. Great video👍

  • @andreiishybanov
    @andreiishybanov ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to learn about politics in Great Britain. My wife, children and mother are there in Scotland.

  • @user-zh6cn2iw5e
    @user-zh6cn2iw5e 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    感谢老师细致认真的讲解。👏

  • @PAPAGENOGROUPCOLTD-zs2vl
    @PAPAGENOGROUPCOLTD-zs2vl 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks very much, Madam. Excellent lesson!

  • @stepanzalizny11
    @stepanzalizny11 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so surprised with the fact that I understand almost every word Gill says! I think that it's most probably because of her excellent pronunciation and her ability to say things in the most simple and clear way

  • @nikkijohnston7547
    @nikkijohnston7547 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliantly delivered

  • @skif072
    @skif072 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Ms. Gill , I adore your lessons esp. your accent and manner ... thanks . Go on at the same style ....

  • @allisonrowley661
    @allisonrowley661 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Ms. Gill!!

  • @anthonymarter5410
    @anthonymarter5410 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful video to explain the basics. Many thanks.

  • @samueltrusik3251
    @samueltrusik3251 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you miss, it was very easy to understand, you spoke slowly, gestured and had a visible, written information to help. Thank you.
    PS: Do you agree with Brexit miss? I am from Slovakia(EU), so I am extremely against Brexit, but it would be interesting to hear a british Persons opinion.

    • @scifigeekshabby
      @scifigeekshabby 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know your comment was 2 years ago, but many of us were not happy about brexit at all!

  • @michikonagasaki5565
    @michikonagasaki5565 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dear,Ms.Gill
    Your lesson is very helpful for foreign people living in UK ike me.
    Also your talking speed is very comfortable for us♡