Describe the functions of the British parliament.
Answer Text: -Parliament discusses and makes laws. It also amend laws when need arises.-Controls government expenditure. The approval of parliament is mandatory for all government expenditure.-Approves government budget and ways of raising money.-Directs the government/foreign policy and keeps development programmes on track.-Checks the powers of the executive to ensure that the rule of law is maintained. It can pass a vote of no confidence.-House of Lords sits as the final court of appeal mostly in simple cases.-Discusses/Debates issues of national importance/interest.
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