The parliamentary vote is a formal process of debate and decision-making. It is initiated by the Speaker with the presentation of a motion, and then debates take place. The Speaker uses mechanisms like closure and time allocation to limit debate duration and ensure that decisions are made on a timely basis.
In a parliamentary system, laws are passed by majority vote of the legislature and signed by the head of state. However, the head of state does not have an effective veto power, and legislation may be repealed by the legislative body.
Parliamentary elections are held on a constituency basis, and electors choose their MP(s) who will represent them in the House of Commons (in Cheltenham, this is the House of Lords). MPs consider issues that matter to their constituents, and can ask government ministers questions on current affairs including those affecting the area they serve.
After an election, the leader of the party with the most seats becomes Prime Minister and forms a cabinet to run the country. If the Prime Minister loses a confidence vote in his or her leadership, it can trigger a party leadership contest and potentially result in the resignation of the Prime Minister.