NHS dentistry in England
An overview of NHS dentistry in England, including a discussion of current challenges facing providers and the government response.
The European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 1998
The UK is a member of the European Convention on Human Rights and gives effect to it through the Human Rights Act 1998. This paper considers debate about reform of the Human Rights Act and the UK's membership of the Convention
Court statistics for England and Wales
Key measures of criminal court workload and performance have not recovered to their pre-pandemic levels. In December 2025 outstanding caseloads in the magistrates’ courts and Crown Courts reached record levels. At the same time HM Courts and Tribunals Service spending on all courts and tribunals has increased.
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Research Briefing
Women in Politics and Public Life
Around 41% of MPs are female, and around 32% of peers. Women are increasingly present in public life, though representation is often lower at senior grades.
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Research Briefing
Courts and Tribunals Bill 2024-26
The Courts and Tribunals Bill 2024-26 was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2026. Second reading is scheduled for 10 March 2026.
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Research Briefing
Eating disorders
This briefing outlines the different types of eating disorders and current government policy to tackle eating disorders.
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Research Briefing
Prison population statistics
In 2024, there were around 87,300 prisoners in England and Wales, which was the highest level recorded since 1900. This equates to 170 prisoners per 100,000 people aged 15 or older. The prison population is also expected to increase to around 100,000 by 2030.
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Research Briefing
Suicide statistics
A summary of statistics on suicide in the UK from 1981 to 2024. Includes trends by gender, age, English region, and deprivation.
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Debate Pack
Community audiology
A Westminster Hall debate on community audiology will take place on Thursday 18 December. The debate was scheduled by the Backbench Business Committee and will be led by Danny Beales MP.
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Research Briefing
UK disability statistics: Prevalence and life experiences
An estimated 16.8 million people in the UK had a disability in 2023/24, accounting for 25% of the total population.
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Research Briefing
Suicide prevention policy
Suicide rates in the England have reached their highest level since 1999. The government introduced a new suicide prevention strategy for England in September 2023.
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Research Briefing
Sentencing Bill
The Sentencing Bill was introduced to the House of Commons on 2 September 2025 and is scheduled for report stage on 29 October 2025.
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Debate Pack
Independent Review of the Criminal Courts: Part 1
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on the Independent Review of the Criminal Courts: Part 1 at 2:30pm on 14 October 2025. The debate will be opened by Sir Jeremy Wright MP.
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Debate Pack
Estimates day: The spending of the Ministry of Justice
On Wednesday 25 June 2025, there will be an Estimates Day debate on the spending of the Ministry of Justice. This debate pack contains details of the latest estimates and previous expenditure, background material, and suggestions for further reading.
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Research Briefing
Childhood Immunisation Statistics
This briefing reports on vaccinations that are given to children up to five years of age. Data is presented for constituent countries of the UK and at regional and local authority level in England. Where available international comparisons are provided.
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