The UK government, the law and your role
Which TWO of the following are responsibilities of the Prime Minister?
- ✓Appointing and dismissing Cabinet ministers
- ○Presiding over debates in the House of Commons
- ✓Leading the government and directing overall policy
- ○Introducing all money bills on behalf of Parliament
Correct answer
Appointing and dismissing Cabinet ministers, Leading the government and directing overall policy
The Prime Minister appoints and can dismiss Cabinet ministers and is responsible for leading the government and setting the direction of overall policy.
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