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Diagram: The frontbench

Catalogue no: 0092

Source/copyright: PEO

Parliamentary Education Office, 2008. Please visit the Image Library page for important information about use of images.

Description

This diagram is about the frontbench. The frontbench is the front row of seating in both chambers.

What do frontbenchers do? They:

  • are key decision makers
  • specialise in key areas of governance
  • debate and vote on bills.