1. Starter task Write everything you know about the following:
The National government
The European government
Local government

2. BTEC Business studies Level 2 Unit 1
The role of government
BTEC Business studies
Level 2
Unit 1

3. Learning objectives
Can I discuss the meaning of: £ National government ££ EU government £££ Local government

4. Who are the government?
The government are the people who run the country. Made up of MP’s (members of parliament), lead by the Prime Minister (David Cameron). They set the policies and laws for the country

5. The UK National government
Make laws that apply to everyone
Must follow EU directives
Try to encourage business to locate in the UK
Want to create a sound and stable economy

6. The European government
Effects all members of the EU
Protects internal market
Promotes competition laws to keep prices fair for all members
Encourages product standardisation

7. Local government All areas in UK have a local council
They promote their own area
Try to encourage businesses to locate their (grants and other incentives)