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Adam Afriyie MP explains what the opposition is
The official opposition is normally formed by the political party with the second largest number of MPs in the House of Commons. The opposition has a 'shadow cabinet'.
'We solve our problems by debate and discussion' Frank Doran MP on debating in the House of Commons.
'If you've lost your temper, you've lost the argument' Cheryl Gillan MP on debating in the House of Commons.
Twelve MPs were interviewed to appear in MP For A Week, our online game designed to support the teaching of citizenship and political literacy.
See all the interview clips