The UK Parliament has two Houses that work on behalf of UK citizens to check and challenge the work of Government, make and shape effective laws, and debate/make decisions on the big issues of the day.
Founded: January 1, 1801
Houses: House of Lords; House of Commons
Last Commons election: 12 December 2019
Leader of the Opposition: Sir Keir Starmer, Labour; since 4 April 2020
Lord Speaker: The Lord McFall of Alcluith; since 1 May 2021
Next Commons election: On or before 28 January 2025
Seats: : Lords: 790; Commons: 650;