Carlos Cortiglia
How effectively does Parliament perform its functions?
When we say Parliament we mean the Houses of Commons and the Lords, as well the monarchy. Parliament is the legislative branch of the government, its main functions include providing checks and balances for the government, this includes holding the government to account. It also functions to criticize bills put through parliament, the recruitment of ministers, the ability to make and unmake laws, representation, debate and dealing with grievances, which will often involve MPs questioning ministers after receiving mail from members of the public regarding how decisions have in some way harmed them. Its functions also include enabling the government to raise taxes.