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Debate on a motion on the performance of the Medicines and healthcare products regulatory agency
A debate has been scheduled in the Commons Chamber for 16 January on a motion on the performance of the Medicines and healthcare products regulatory agency. The subject for the debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by Esther McVey MP.
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Inflation in the UK: Economic indicators
Inflation measures the change in prices over time. Find the latest data on changes in UK consumer prices, measured by CPI and RPI.
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What are gilts? A simple guide
Gilts are a type of loan that the UK Government borrows from investors and promises to repay, with interest. Gilts can be traded, and their value can change.
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The conflict in Ukraine
View research relating to the conflict in Ukraine, including sanctions, energy security, international legal issues, NATO, and implications for the UK.
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Middle East instability in 2023/24
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.
Constituency casework
FAQs and explainers to help caseworkers with constituent queries
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Leasehold reform in England and Wales: What’s happening and when?
Find out about the implementation of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 and further proposed reforms.
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Eligibility for home fee status and student support in England
Find out how students are assessed for home or international/overseas status when being charged tuition fees or applying for student support.
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The EU Entry/Exit system and EU travel authorisation system
The EU is planning to introduce new requirements for non-EU nationals to provide fingerprints and obtain a travel authorisation to enter the EU.
Data
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Local areas
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Parliament and elections
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UK economy
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