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    Citizenship Studies GCSE

    Whip

    What Whip means in Citizenship Studies GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

    Definition of Whip

    An MP appointed by their party to enforce discipline and ensure MPs vote in line with the party's official policy.
    Pearson Edexcel · Theme B: Democracy at work in the UK (study guide)

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