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Information and analysis on legislation, policy areas and topical issues
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COP28
COP28 will take place from 30 November to 12 December in Dubai. Read our research to find out more about climate change, the environment and net zero.
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Sentencing Bill 2023-24
The Sentencing Bill was introduced to the House of Commons on 14 November 2023. The Bill’s second reading is scheduled for 6 December 2023.
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Standing at football in England and Wales
This Paper gives background to the introduction of safe standing areas at clubs in the English Premier League and Championship.
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UK-Rwanda Migration and Economic Development Partnership
People who have made unauthorised journeys to claim asylum in the UK could be sent to Rwanda instead under a controversial relocation treaty.
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2023 Israel-Hamas conflict: UK and international response
Information on the UK and international response to the 2023 conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Commons Library open day 2024 for librarians and information officers
The House of Commons Library open day resumes on the 14 February 2024, inviting librarians and information officers to learn about our impartial information and research services.
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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.
Constituency casework
FAQs and explainers to help caseworkers with constituent queries
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Can my landlord prevent me from keeping a pet? (England)
An explanation of the rules on pet ownership in rented properties.
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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.
