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#592 | A Beginner’s Guide To British Politics
Category: Education
Duration: 00:27:30
Publish Date: 2026-01-29 23:00:00
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British politics can feel confusing, with a king, a Prime Minister, and noisy debates in an old building.

 

This episode explains how the system works, from Parliament and voting to why two parties have ruled for so long.

 
  • Magna Carta and early Parliament shaped British politics.
  • Westminster: Parliament's home with Commons and Lords.
  • Parliament: Commons of elected MPs, Lords of appointed members.
  • Monarch's role: ceremonial, appoints PM, opens Parliament.
  • Voting system: constituencies and First Past the Post.
  • Two-party dominance challenged by rising Reform party.
  • Forming governments, general elections, choosing the Prime Minister.
  • MPs' duties, constituency work, and Prime Minister’s Questions.
  • Leadership contests and votes of no confidence.
  • Devolution: Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland; West Lothian Question.

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/guide-british-politics

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