The Scottish Parliament meets in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. The parliament is located at the foot of the Royal Mile, in the Holyrood area of the city. The building was opened in 2004, and is a distinctively modern structure, with the debating chamber at its heart. The parliament has devolved responsibilities for a range of policy areas, including health, education, and justice, and is one of Scotland's key democratic institutions. Its meetings and debates are open to the public, and members of the public are welcome to attend and observe the proceedings.