Glossary
This section explains key parliamentary and government terms.
Peer
A member of the House of Lords.
Petition
A formal request asking Parliament or one of its Houses to take action or consider an issue.
Petitioner
A person or body that submits a petition to Parliament.
Prime Minister
Abbreviation: PM
The head of the UK Government.
Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street
Abbreviation: No. 10
The office supporting the Prime Minister and issuing official statements from 10 Downing Street.
Privy Council
A formal body that advises the monarch and handles certain constitutional and legal functions.
Prorogation
The formal end of a parliamentary session.