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The UK is made up of four countries. Find out about law and order and the legal system.

Parliament and Government in the UK

A view of the Cwrt in the Senedd building, Cardiff Bay, Wales - a space for members of the Welsh National Assembly to meet after debates. © National Assembly for Wales

The UK parliament is responsible for national policy. Devolved assemblies have certain powers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Political parties

The Northern Ireland Assembly Building, in Stormont, east Belfast. © Getty Images

The Royal Family

Postcards of members of the UK royal family in a stand near Windsore Castle - visible in the background. © Getty Images

Britain has a constitutional monarchy. This means that although head of state, the King or Queen, has limits their powers.

Trooping the Colour

The military spectacle of the Trooping of the Colour, which marks the Queen's official birthday.

The Queen's official birthday is marked each year by a colourful military parade and march-past known as Trooping the Colour

Law and order

The Royal Courts of Justice.

There is no single legal system in the UK. England and Wales operate the same system, while Scotland and Northern Ireland each has its own.

Charities and voluntary groups

An teacher and children in a well-equipped African classroom. © Getty Images

1000s of not-for-profit organisations provide services in the UK and overseas supporting social, economic and cultural causes.

Europe

The United Kingdom and European flags flying together. © Getty Images

Read about Europe & European Union.

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