đ Chapter 5: The UK Government, the Law and Your Role
5.1.2 The monarchy
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The UK is a constitutional monarchy, which means the monarch is the head of state but does not rule the country. The monarch's powers are largely ceremonial. The current monarch is King Charles III, who became king in September 2022 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The monarch opens each new session of Parliament and gives Royal Assent to new laws.
Key Facts
- UK is constitutional monarchy â monarch is head of state
- King Charles III became king September 2022
- Monarch opens Parliament and gives Royal Assent
The monarch has important ceremonial duties including representing the UK abroad, receiving foreign ambassadors, and awarding honours. The monarch is also the head of the Church of England and the head of the Commonwealth. The coronation of a new monarch takes place at Westminster Abbey.
Key Facts
- Monarch represents UK abroad, awards honours
- Head of Church of England and Commonwealth
- Coronation at Westminster Abbey
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