UK Government, the Law and Your Role
What is the official role of the Leader of the Opposition?
ATo chair, moderate and officially manage all formal debates in the House of Lords
BTo lead the main opposition party and hold the government to account ✓
CTo offer private advice and personal support directly to the Prime Minister
DTo represent and speak on behalf of the UK in all international negotiations
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is To lead the main opposition party and hold the government to account.
The Leader of the Opposition is the leader of the largest party not in government. They lead the opposition's scrutiny of the government, lead the Shadow Cabinet, and aim to present an alternative government.
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