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The business of Parliament takes place in two Houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Their work is similar: making laws (legislation), checking the work of the government (scrutiny), and debating current issues. The House of Commons is …

The Palace of Westminster has been a centre of power for over 900 years. In this section we chart the development of parliamentary sovereignty, from absolute rule by the Sovereign, to Parliament asserting its authority over the monarchy, through to a modern democratic legislature in a technological age.

The House of Commons Enquiry Service provides information on the work, history and membership of the House of Commons.. Telephone: 0800 112 4272 (Freephone) or 020 7219 4272; Email: [email protected] Text relay: Dial 18001 followed by our full number; Our telephone enquiry service is open between 10am-12 midday and 2pm-4pm (Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays).

MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of the House of Lords by name and party.

The Elizabeth Tower . Imagine 21 London buses sitting on top of each other. That’s the height of the Elizabeth Tower. 11 floors. 96 metres.. I t’s a long climb to the top. 292 steps to the clock faces and 334 steps to the Belfry where Big Ben, the Great Bell, hangs.. Climb another 65 steps and you reach the Ayrton Light, the lantern that shines when the House s of Parliament are sitting.

Your 90 minute tour in English includes the House of Commons, House of Lords and Westminster Hall. Please note that all guides will be wearing a mask throughout the tour in line with the current public health risk assessment for UK Parliament.

One of the most recognised buildings in the world, the Palace of Westminster owes its stunning Gothic architecture to the 19th-century architect Sir Charles Barry.

MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of the House of Lords by name and party.

Find out what Parliament does, Parliament's role in UK politics, and its relationship with Government, the Crown and Europe