Political representation in the UKWhat does the UK Government do?
The UK parliament is made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Elected Members of Parliament (MPs) vote on issues and laws that effect the UK.
The UK Government is in charge of running the country and deciding the way taxes are spent. Different government departments have responsibility for separate areas of business for example, the Department of Health or the Department of Transport.
Led by the Prime Minister, the UK Government is formed by the political party (or coalition of parties) with the greatest representation in the House of Commons. The PM selects a team of MPs and members of the House of Lords to help run the country.
All the other MPs and members of the House of Lords carry out the work of Parliament.