House of Commons

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  1. Members of Parliament (MPs) are elected representatives who speak and vote on behalf of specific areas in the House of Commons.

  2. Speaker of the House: This is the referee of debates in the House, ensuring everyone follows the rules. Sir Lindsay Hoyle currently holds this position.

  3. Prime Minister: The head of the government, making important decisions and representing the country. Currently, Boris Johnson holds this role.

  4. Cabinet Ministers: Key decision-makers the Prime Minister chooses to lead government departments and shape policies.

  5. Leader of the Official Opposition: The party leader with the second-most seats in the House, responsible for questioning and offering alternatives to the government's actions. Currently, Keir Starmer leads the Official Opposition.

  6. Shadow Cabinet: Members of the Official Opposition who mirror the roles of government ministers, critiquing their decisions and proposing alternative policies.