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Find out about the UK parliamentary democracy operating within a constitutional monarchy.

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An overview about the various political parties in the UK

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Information about the the British Royal Family and how the monarchy works.

Trooping the Colour

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

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