North Korea in 2026: Frequently asked questions
North Korea’s regime under Kim Jong-un appears to be secure in the short to medium term. The country is supported by China and is increasing its support to Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.
Briefings for upcoming debates
Briefings to support debates and legislation, made for members of Parliament and available to the public.
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Police service strength
This briefing looks at the strength and diversity of police forces in the UK.
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Mobile phones in schools (England)
A short overview of policy relating to mobile phone use in English schools, and related discussions
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Middle East instability in 2023-26
View research relating to the Middle East, including the Israel-Hamas conflict, the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and the response of the UK, UN and others.
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Public inquiries
Explore research, analysis and data from the House of Commons Library on public inquiries.
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Average earnings by age and region
This interactive dashboard shows how median earnings have changed over time by UK region and country, and by age group and gender.
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Constituency data: Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Find data for your constituency on people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) using our interactive dashboard.
Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
Connecting parliament with the latest evidence on the topics that matter.
