Parliament (British)

The British Parliament is the supreme legislative body in the United Kingdom, composed of two houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Members of the House of Commons are elected by the public during general elections, while the House of Lords includes appointed life peers, bishops, and hereditary peers. Parliament's main roles include making and passing laws, scrutinizing the government, and representing the public. It meets at the Palace of Westminster in London and plays a crucial role in shaping UK policy and governance. The Prime Minister is usually the leader of the majority party in the Commons.