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Find out what Parliament does, Parliament's role in UK politics, and its relationship with Government, the Crown and Europe

The business of Parliament takes place in two Houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Their work is similar: making laws (legislation), checking the work of the government (scrutiny), and debating current issues. The House of Commons is also responsible for granting money to the ...

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HM Government consists of the Prime Minister, their Cabinet and junior ministers, supported by the teams of non-political civil servants that work in government departments. The Government are the people responsible for running the country. …

MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of the House of Lords by name and party.

May 30, 2024 · A general election took place on 4 July 2024. Thursday 30 May - dissolution of Parliament. Dissolution is the official term for the end of a Parliament.

Parliamentary sovereignty is a principle of the UK constitution. It makes Parliament the supreme legal authority in the UK, which can create or end any law. Generally, the courts cannot overrule its legislation and no Parliament can pass laws that future Parliaments cannot change. Parliamentary ...

The Women and Parliament virtual tour is based on research and content from the 2018 exhibition 'Voice and Vote'. The exhibition was financed by the Speaker’s Art Fund and the House of Lords with support from the House of Commons.

MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of the House of Lords by name and party.