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Parliament building

The clock tower is part of the Parliament complex. See photo on page one.

 

Formal name

Westminster Palace is the formal name of the 1000-room Parliament complex (it was once a royal abode).

 

Today

It is used by the House of Commons (substantial political power) and the House of Lords (scant political power).

 

Tours are available

If you are extremely lucky, you will view the House of Commons in session from the balcony when the opposition grills the Prime Minister with barbed questions. The debate is gripping.

 

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