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Overview of our government

A view of the Cwrt in the Senedd building, Cardiff Bay, Wales - a space for members of the Welsh National Assembly to meet after debates. © National Assembly for Wales

The UK is a parliamentary democracy operating within a constitutional monarchy

Political parties

The Northern Ireland Assembly Building, in Stormont, east Belfast. © Getty Images

The three main political parties in the UK are the Labour Party - who are currently in power - the Conservative Party and Liberal Democrat Party

The Royal family

Postcards of members of the UK royal family in a stand near Windsore Castle - visible in the background. © Getty Images

The Monarchy is the oldest institution of government in the UK and still retains a significant constitutional role as Head

Law and order

The Royal Courts of Justice.

The legal system in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

Charities and voluntary groups

An teacher and children in a well-equipped African classroom. © Getty Images

The UK's voluntary sector is huge, employing around 500,000 people and growing fastr than many industries

Europe

The United Kingdom and European flags flying together. © Getty Images

Twenty-seven of Europe's 48 countries, including the UK, now belong to the European Union (EU)

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