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Research for Commons business

View research covering all major bills, the top balloted private members' bills, and most non-legislative debates.

Devolution (Immigration) (Scotland) Bill 2024-25

Stephen Gethins, MP for Arbroath and Broughty Ferry, has proposed a bill to devolve immigration powers to Scotland. Second reading is scheduled for 25 April 2025.

• Devolution
• Immigration

Debate on an e-petition relating to the use of dogs in scientific and regulatory procedures

A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall for 28 April on an e-petition relating to the use of dogs in scientific and regulatory procedures.

• Animals
• Sciences

How is a pope elected?

When a pope dies or resigns, the College of Cardinals convenes to elect a new pope.

• Institutions

The conflict in Ukraine

View research relating to the conflict in Ukraine, including military assistance, sanctions, international legal issues and efforts to resolve the conflict.

Middle East instability in 2023-25

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.

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.

• Home ownership
• Housing and planning

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.

• Education
• Higher education
• Social policy

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.

• Europe
• Immigration
• The EU