What's the role of an MP?

What's the role of an MP?

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MPs are elected to represent the interests of UK citizens in the House of Commons. So what do MPs do?

A brief overview of the work of UK Members of Parliament (MPs). For 11-18 year olds.

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Note that Claire Ward and Lembit Opik are former MPs, while Nigel Evans is a member of the current Parliament.
 

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