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The structure of Westminster
Over the centuries, the Palace of Westminster, Parliament and the UK’s governing powers have evolved.
This video explains Parliament’s structure.
Over the centuries, the Palace of Westminster, Parliament and the UK’s governing powers have evolved.
Today’s UK Parliament meets in Westminster, London. It has three parts:
- The House of Commons – debate proposals and make laws
- The House of Lords – check proposed laws, make amendments
- The Crown (also known as the Monarch) – head of State, approve laws
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