The Monarch and Parliament
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The Monarch visits the Houses of Parliament, usually once a year, arriving in grand style to open a new session of Parliament. This article explains more about their role.
You know who the current Monarch is? But do you know what they have to do with the UK Parliament?
The Monarch used to run the country, but not anymore
In the past Britain’s kings and queens were incredibly powerful. They controlled the decisions that affected everyone in the country. Today, most of the important decisions that affect us are made by MPs and Members of the House of Lords.
It’s not the UK Parliament without the Monarch
The UK Parliament has the power to pass laws for our country. It’s formed of representatives from three parts: 650 MPs in the House of Commons; over 750 Members of the House of Lords; and the Monarch.
The Monarch gives ‘final approval’ to all laws
The Monarch signs their name to every Act of Parliament before it can become the law of the land. It would be very unusual for them to refu...
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