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UK Government, the Law and Your Role

What is a pressure group?

AA formal committee officially established within Parliament to scrutinise legislation
BAn organisation that campaigns to influence government on specific issues
CA group of MPs who have openly and publicly disagreed with their own party leader
DThe Cabinet committee that is formed and convened during national emergencies

Explanation

A pressure group is an organisation that campaigns on specific issues (such as environment, animal rights, or industry interests) in order to influence government policy and public opinion.

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