This Library briefing paper explains the types of coronavirus restrictions and requirements that have been imposed by the UK's lockdown laws. Currently no restrictions on domestic movement, gatherings or business opening/service limits are in place in any part of the UK.
This Library Briefing answers frequently asked questions about self-isolation and Test and Trace Support Payments for low-income workers.
Covid-19 status certification (also referred to as a "vaccine passport") has been proposed as a means of reducing the risk of transmitting the Covid-19 virus in a number of settings. This briefing explores the Government's policy on certification. It also provides discussion on the scientific evidence and other issues associated with the use of certification.
Research Briefing
The Judicial Review and Courts Bill is a wide-ranging Government bill concerned with the justice system. The Bill’s Second Reading debate is scheduled for Tuesday 26 October.
Research Briefing
This briefing provides answers to frequently asked questions on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. It covers the rules that apply from 1 November 2020. It also contains a discussion of excluded workers and furlough fraud.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on a petition relating to ethnicity pay gap reporting is scheduled for Monday 20 September 2021, from 4:30-7:30pm. The motion for debate is: "That this House has considered e-petition 300105 relating to ethnicity pay gap reporting". The subject for this debate was determined by the Petitions Committee and Elliot Colburn MP will open the debate.
Research Briefing
This paper provides an overview of the rules on Covid-19 and returning to the workplace. It discusses the lifting of lockdown legislation, employer's health and safety obligations, hybrid working and circumstances when workers can refuse to go to work.
Debate Pack
On 7 July 2021 at 4.50 pm there will be a Westminster Hall Debate on Eligibility for Government support during the covid-19 outbreak. This debate will be led by Owen Thompson MP.
Research Briefing
This briefing is for members and their staff dealing with constituency casework related to the EU Settlement Scheme deadline.
Research Briefing
This Commons Library briefing paper discusses the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities and provides related statistical and policy analysis.
Research Briefing
This briefing covers the outcome of the UK and EU negotiations on commitments to have a level playing field for open and fair competition – an important part of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA).
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on ‘Fire and rehire tactics’ has been scheduled for Tuesday 27 April 2021 from 2.30-4pm. The debate has been initiated by Kate Osborne MP.
Insight
How has the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme changed over the year and what might happen once it ends?
Research Briefing
There will be a debate in the Commons Chamber on 25 March on four motions on coronavirus legislation and parliamentary proceedings during the pandemic.
Insight
How the law underpinning England’s coronavirus lockdowns has been extended, amended and enforced over the year.
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