British Politics

British politics is characterized by a parliamentary democracy, where the Prime Minister leads the government and is usually the head of the majority party in the House of Commons. The monarch's role is mostly ceremonial. Political power is divided among parties, primarily the Conservative Party and the Labour Party, with others like the Liberal Democrats and regional parties also important. Elections, held every five years, allow citizens to vote for their local MPs. Key issues often include the economy, healthcare, education, and immigration, with significant debates around topics like Brexit, which refers to the UK's exit from the European Union.