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About Parliament

Parliament examines what the Government is doing, makes new laws, holds the power to set taxes and debates the issues of the day. The House of Commons and House of Lords each play an important role in Parliament's work.

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Explore the Parliamentary Art Collection displayed across the Parliamentary Estate. The collection depicts the history of Parliament and British politics over centuries

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Living Heritage offers an insight into the political, social and cultural roles Parliament has played in the development of British society over nearly a thousand years.

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How does a Bill become law?

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Parliamentary Archives

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Hansard

Hansard (the Official Report) is the edited verbatim report of proceedings in both Houses