The Machinery of Democracy · Constitutional Foundations

Local Government and Community

Investigating the functions of County Councils and the importance of local representation.

Key Questions

  1. 1Who should decide how local budgets are allocated for youth services?
  2. 2What would a just policy look like for urban planning in our town?
  3. 3How can citizens effectively influence local government decisions?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Junior Cycle - Community and Society
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: Active Citizenship and Democratic Action
Unit: The Machinery of Democracy
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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