How the UK electoral system works

How the UK electoral system works

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The UK Prime Minister must meet with the Queen before elections. After five years, the Queen dissolves Parliament, prompting elections in 650 constituencies across the UK. Each constituency has about 60,000 electors who vote for candidates. The candidate with the most votes wins a seat. The party leader with the majority of seats becomes Prime Minister and forms the government. If no party gains a majority, the party with the most seats may form a coalition with smaller parties like the Liberal Democrats.

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What is the role of the Queen in the UK election process?

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How many constituencies are there in the UK for elections?

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Who becomes the Prime Minister after the elections?

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What happens if no party obtains a majority in the elections?

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What is the significance of the Liberal Democrats in the context of coalition government?

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