Video playlist
How MSPs are elected to Scottish parliament. Video
An explanation of the Additional Member System used for elections to Scottish parliament.
How are councillors elected in Scotland? Video
The Single Transferable Vote system is used to elect local councillors in Scotland.
Local government money. Video
A look at the main sources of local government income and expenditure and how it is spent.
How does the political system work in the UK? Video
An overview of institutions in the UK political system, such as the Houses of Parliament.
Local council services. Video
A look at the importance of local government in our daily lives.
Youth participation in politics. Video
Young people voice their opinions about youth engagement in politics in Wales.
A day in the life of a local councillor. Video
A summary of the role councillors play in Scottish communities.
A day in the life of an MSP in Scottish parliament. Video
Tasks carried out by an MSP, such as meeting constituents and proposing new laws.
Holyrood - Scotland's Parliament. Video
Workings of the Scottish Parliament are described by the leaders of all five parties.
A day in the life of an MP in UK parliament. Video
Examples of the tasks carried out by an MP, such as meeting constituents.
How MP’s are elected to UK parliament. Video
The First Past the Post voting system is used for elections to the House of Commons.
Local government funding - Public Private Partnership. Video
A look at the use of Public Private Partnership funding by a local council.
The work of an MSP. Video
Shona Robison, MSP, Dundee East, explains her work as an MSP.
How are Lords selected for the House of Lords? Video
An overview of how members are selected and the work they do once they become members.
What are the differences between political systems in Scotland and the UK? Video
A comparison between the responsibilities of Scottish parliament and the UK parliament.