the UK Polytical System

power is limited by contry's constitution^

the monarch reign, but does not rule; the monarch is informed and consulted on every aspect of national life; the monarch treaties and declares war and peace

symbol of Britain

the leader of society

the Head of Church

"Royal Assent"

main purpose is to make laws of the land

discuss political issues

pass Bills sent to if from the House of Commons

amend Bills and send them back to the Commons for approval

examining and revising bills from the Commons

the Conservative Party

the Labour Party

the Liberal Party

Queen appoints, but does not select the Prime Minister

a member of the House Lord

consists of the most senior Ministers (about 20)

meets 1 or 2 a week under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister

co-ordinate and control government

the Opposition party

not in power