Member of Parliament

A Member of Parliament, or MP, is a representative elected by the voters of an electoral district to a parliament; in the Westminster system, specifically to the lower house.

Australia

In Australia, the term Member of Parliament refers specifically to a member of the Australian House of Representatives, although in some jurisdictions (e.g. Queensland) it may also refer to a member of the State Parliament.

Related Topics:
Australia - Australian House of Representatives

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See also: List of members of the Australian House of Representatives

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