Research for Commons business
View research covering all major bills, the top balloted Private Members' Bills, and most non-legislative debates.
Research in brief: Quick reads for the 2024 Parliament
A series of short articles on some of the issues that Members of Parliament will have to address in the 2024 Parliament.
Featured research
Information and analysis on legislation, policy areas and topical issues
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Lord Darzi's Independent Investigation into NHS Performance
There will be a debate on Lord Darzi's Independent Investigation into NHS Performance on Monday 7 October 2024. This debate will take place in the House of Commons chamber.
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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.
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The UK's plans and progress to reach net zero by 2050
The UK is committed to reaching net zero by 2050. This briefing provides an overview of the background context for net zero, the plans in place to reach this goal, and current progress.
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The law on assisted dying
This pack has been prepared ahead of the debate to be held on the law on assisted dying in Westminster Hall at 3pm on Thursday 23 January 2020. The debate will be opened by Christine Jardine MP.
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What would happen if the single person discount on council tax was abolished?
The single person discount on council tax means people living alone pay less council tax. Average council tax per person would fall if the discount were removed.
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
Interactive data dashboards and datasets on a range of topics
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Local areas
Browse and compare data between constituencies and other small areas on topics such as housing, health and energy.
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Parliament and elections
Explore data and analysis about Parliament, MPs, general election and by-election results, and the Government.
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UK economy
View data relating to the UK economy including the labour market, trade, business and public finances.
