Significance of By-Elections Quiz

What is a by-election?

• An election held during a General Election

• An election to fill a vacant seat between General Elections

• An election for local government positions

• An election for the European Parliament

Which of the following is NOT a reason for a by-election?

• An MP resigns

• An MP dies

• An MP is imprisoned for over one year

• An MP is promoted to a ministerial position

What honorary title is given to an MP who wishes to resign?

• Baron of Westminster

• Knight of the Realm

• Lord of the Manor

• Steward of the Chiltern Hundreds

Which Act allows for an MP to be recalled by their constituents?

• Recall of MPs Act (2015)

• Parliamentary Standards Act (2010)

• Electoral Reform Act (2018)

• Constituency Representation Act (2005)

What percentage of constituents must sign a recall petition to trigger a by-election?

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

• 20%

Which political party gained the seat in the 2023 Somerton and Frome by-election?

• Green Party

• Liberal Democrats

• Labour

• Conservative

What was the main issue in the 2023 Uxbridge and South Ruislip by-election?

• ULEZ policy

• Brexit

• Education reform

• NHS funding

Which MP's resignation led to the 2023 Selby and Ainsty by-election?

• Tristram Hunt

• David Warburton

• Boris Johnson

• Nigel Adams

What is a common characteristic of by-elections compared to General Elections?

• Lower voter turnout

• More candidates

• Fewer candidates

• Higher voter turnout

Which party often benefits from by-elections due to increased media coverage?

• Coalition parties

• Independent candidates

• Major parties

• Minor parties