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The '''Prime Minister''' is the head of government of the United Kingdom. The prime minister advises the [[Monarchy|sovereign]] on their exercise of much of the royal prerogative, chairs the [[Cabinet]] and selects its ministers. As | The '''Prime Minister''' is the head of government of the United Kingdom. The prime minister advises the [[Monarchy|sovereign]] on their exercise of much of the royal prerogative, chairs the [[Cabinet]] and selects its ministers. As prime ministers hold office by virtue of their ability to command the confidence of the [[House of Commons]], they sit as members of Parliament. | ||
Revision as of 17:34, 23 March 2023
| Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | |
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_(St_Edwards_Crown).svg) Royal Arms of His Majesty's Government | |
.svg) Flag of the United Kingdom | |
 Incumbent | |
| Government of the United Kingdom Prime Minister's Office Cabinet Office | |
| Style |
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| Type | Head of government |
| Member of | |
| Residence | 10 Downing Street |
| Appointer | The Monarch |
| Term length | At His Majesty's pleasure |
| Deputy | |
The Prime Minister is the head of government of the United Kingdom. The prime minister advises the sovereign on their exercise of much of the royal prerogative, chairs the Cabinet and selects its ministers. As prime ministers hold office by virtue of their ability to command the confidence of the House of Commons, they sit as members of Parliament.