The monarch may advise and warn the Prime Minister, but government policy is decided by the Prime Minister and cabinet.

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In regular meetings the monarch can offer advice and encouragement, but ministers make the policy decisions.

The handbook says the monarch is Queen Elizabeth II. Since 2022, King Charles III has been the monarch.

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