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The UK Government, the Law and Your Role › Government and Democracy
What is the role of the Opposition in Parliament?
- To manage the day-to-day running of Parliament
- To support all government policies
- To scrutinise and challenge the work of the government
- To represent the interests of the House of Lords
Why this is the correct answer
Opposition parties in Parliament hold the government to account by questioning ministers, scrutinising legislation, and debating government decisions. Leader of the Opposition leads this role and heads a 'shadow cabinet' that mirrors the structure of government.