The Houses of Parliament
above.
at one end of the Chamber is the Throne
from which Queen Elizabeth II gives her
speech
WESTMINSTER HALL
The oldest part of Parliament
the walls were built in 1097
it was extensively rebuilt during the 14th
century
today the hall is often used for important
State occasions
THE MAIN FUNCTIONS
TODAY
To examine proposals for new laws
provide, by voting for taxation
the means of carrying on the work of
government
scrutinise government policy and
administration
debate the major issues of the day
VISITING PARLIAMENT
You can attend debates
watch judicial hearings and committees
take a tour of Parliament
climb Big Ben
tour Parliament during the Summer
Opening
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