What are the 3 main functions of Cabinet ministers?

A Cabinet minister has many important functions as part of their role.

Along with the Prime Minister, Cabinet ministers form the main decision-making group within executive government – the Cabinet.

A Cabinet minister's role includes:

  • directing government policy and making decisions about national issues
  • spending a lot of time discussing current national problems and how these can be solved
  • presenting bills – proposed laws – from their government departments.
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The Cabinet in session.

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The Cabinet in session.

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