The Main British political parties are the Conservative Party; the Liberal Party; the Labour Party; the Party of Liberal Democrats. Political parties:
The Conservative Party is often called the Tory Party. The word "tory" means'an Irish highwayman. This word was applied to the conservatives by their opponents.
The Conservative Party is the most powerful. It is often called a party of business directors.
The Liberal Party is often called "Whigs". A "whig" was a Scottish preacher who could preach moralising sermons for several hours.
The Labour Party was founded by the Trade Unions.