1. Political parties have evolved with the evolution of democratic institutions. As such the conventional Tories and Whigs (Charles II) became Liberal and Conservative parties only in the nineteenth century. Labour Party came into existence in the twentieth century.
2. Even though the political parties of Great Britain have acquired constitutional status, they are primarily based on customs and conventions.
3. Due to unitary structure of government and strong nationalistic spirit, the political parties primarily focus on the common issues that have nationwide appeal.
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4. There exist strong, clear cut ideological differences between the political parties. The conservative focus on cutting down government expenditure on social sectors, the labour party advocates welfare policies. As such their social bases are also different.
5. Britain has a two party system. Even though other parties exist, they are insignificant in the political process. For example, Labour Party’s birth led to decline of liberal party.
6. Political parties in Britain are more powerful than their counterpart in Presidential System because it is based on the principle of collective responsibility of Council of Ministers to the Parliament.
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7. There exists strict discipline in the ranks of Party members. They never vote on any issue to which the party objects.
8. There is high degree of political maturity and sensitiveness among the rank of the parties with regard to political issues. Most of its members are educated ones and of high moral status.
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