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Parties & Politicians

Who's who, and what they want

Parties and politicians

8 short reads

1What is a political party? — start here →2 min
2Who are the main UK parties?Soon
3What is a manifesto?2 min4Smaller and regional parties2 min5Two big parties, or many?2 min6What is a party whip?2 min7Where do parties get their money?2 min8How do parties pick their leader?2 min
PEOPLE OFTEN ASK
What is first past the post?How do UK elections work?How are the facts checked?