The King has many different and important roles. The functions reflected below relate to his role in the life of Parliament:
- The King is an integral part of Parliament
- The King summons Parliament
- He officiates at the State opening of Parliament
- The King delivers the “Speech from the Throne” outlining government policies and legislative programme
- The King prorogues and dissolves Parliament on the advice of the Prime Minister
- The King gives the Royal Assent to Bills passed by the two Houses of Parliament