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Functions of Government in Britain

Answer Text:
Functions of Government in Britain.
The British government operates around four basic institutions;
a) The Monarchy.
b) The Legislature.
c) The Executive.
d) The Judiciary. The Monarchy. In Britain, the Monarchy is represented by the queen.
The Monarch assent to all legislations. The Monarch appoints the PM and approves the cabinet .
Functions of the Monarchy.
a) The monarch as head of state advises government
b) The monarch summons, prorogues and dissolve parliament in consultation with the Prime Minister.
c) The Monarch gives royal assent to bills passed by parliament to become law.
d) Management of the country’s foreign policy including enactment of treaties.
e) It confers honours to persons who have rendered distinguished services.