Noun phrase
/pɑːrˈlɪməntəri ˈleɪbər ˈplɑːrti/
The "Parliamentary Labour Party" (PLP) refers to the group of elected Members of Parliament (MPs) who are members of the Labour Party in the UK. The PLP plays a significant role in shaping party policy, electing the party leader, and representing the interests of the party in the UK Parliament.
Frequency of Use:
The term is used regularly in political discourse, particularly in contexts involving UK politics. It is commonly found in both written articles and oral discussions regarding Labour Party activities and policies.
Oral vs. Written Context:
The term is used more frequently in written contexts, such as news reports, political analyses, and academic discussions, though it may also appear in debates and speeches.
The Parliamentary Labour Party met to discuss the new policy proposals.
Parlamento del Partido Laborista se reunió para discutir las nuevas propuestas de política.
Many MPs within the Parliamentary Labour Party expressed their support for the leadership.
Muchos diputados dentro del Partido Laborista del Parlamento expresaron su apoyo a la dirección.
The decisions made by the Parliamentary Labour Party often influence national elections.
Las decisiones tomadas por el Partido Laborista del Parlamento a menudo influyen en las elecciones nacionales.
While "Parliamentary Labour Party" does not have idiomatic expressions specifically associated with it, the concepts encapsulated can be part of larger idiomatic phrases related to politics and governance.
Here are some idiomatic expressions often used in political contexts:
"Toe the party line."
This means to adhere to the policies or positions of the party without deviation.
Los miembros del parlamento deben seguir la línea del partido para mantener la unidad.
(Members of Parliament must toe the party line to maintain unity.)
"Fall on deaf ears."
When suggestions or arguments are ignored by those in power.
Sus preocupaciones cayeron en oídos sordos dentro del Partido Laborista del Parlamento.
(Their concerns fell on deaf ears within the Parliamentary Labour Party.)
"In the back pocket."
Referring to someone who is firmly under the control or influence of another.
El líder del partido tiene al grupo rebelde en su bolsillo trasero.
(The party leader has the rebellious group in his back pocket.)
"The ball is in your court."
Indicates that it is someone’s turn to take action.
Ahora, la pelota está en la cancha del Partido Laborista del Parlamento para actuar sobre el tema.
(Now, the ball is in the court of the Parliamentary Labour Party to act on the issue.)
The term "Parliamentary" comes from the Middle French "parlement," meaning a discussion or conversation, while "Labour" derives from Old French "labor" meaning work. "Party" comes from Old French "partie," meaning a part or faction. Thus, the term reflects both the legislative context ("Parliament") and the collective of workers and their representation in governance ("Labour Party").
Synonyms:
- Labour faction
- Labour MPs
- Parliamentary group
Antonyms:
- Conservative Party
- Opposition party
- Non-partisan group