Inside Briefing with the Institute for Government Special: Becoming A Minister Part 6 - Parliament
Sep 7, 2023
Former ministers and civil servants discuss the challenges of being a government minister, including managing time, working with civil servants, and handling a departmental budget. The significance of Parliament in ministers' lives is explored, along with tips for managing its pressures. Various ministerial roles and their involvement in Parliament are discussed, as well as the importance of prioritizing parliamentary responsibilities. The chapter also emphasizes the role of civil servants in supporting ministers in the legislative process and the nerve-wracking nature of answering oral questions in Parliament.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Becoming More Engaged in Parliament and Managing the Pressures: Insights from a Former Minister
01:56 • 2min
Various Ministerial Roles and Their Involvement in Parliament
03:37 • 2min
Balancing Parliamentary and Departmental Responsibilities
05:10 • 2min
The Importance of Parliament for Ministers
07:20 • 8min
Answering Oral Questions: Challenges and Preparation
15:49 • 7min