The Armed Forces Pension Scheme is an occupational pension scheme open to most members of the armed forces. This briefing explains the legislative background to the schemes, the benefits for each pension scheme and covers current issues such as the McCloud remedy.
The McCloud pension remedy was brought in after a judgment found that the government discriminated against younger members of public service pension schemes.
A Westminster Hall debate on employment support for blind and partially sighted people is scheduled for Wednesday 20 November 2024, from 9:30-11:00am. The debate will be led by Marsha De Cordova MP (Labour, Battersea).
Research Briefing
This briefing gives an overview of pensions in the UK, including key data on the new and old state pension and private (occupational and personal) pensions
Research Briefing
This briefing sets out the background, effect and commentary on the Employment Rights Bill 2024-25, listed for second reading on Monday 21 October 2024
Research Briefing
This briefing discusses the use of zero-hours contracts, including statistics on their use, legal implications and surrounding policy debate.
Research Briefing
This briefing provides an overview of the right to request flexible working. It explains the legal framework, charts the development of the right since its introduction and discusses government policy.
Research Briefing
Traffic Regulation Orders are used to create parking spaces, vehicle restrictions and temporary road closures. This paper describes how they can be introduced.
Research Briefing
This briefing provides an overview of the legal concept of employment status and reviews and proposals for reform of the law in this area
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Frequently asked questions on cycling, walking, e-scooters, e-bicycles, delivery riders, and low traffic neighbourhoods.
Debate Pack
A debate on a motion relating to the National Policy Statement for National Networks is scheduled for Tuesday, 26 March 2024.
Debate Pack
A Backbench Business Committee debate on HS2 Compensation is scheduled for Thursday 18 January 2024, in the Commons chamber. The debate is sponsored by Theo Clarke MP (Con).
Debate Pack
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on road humps and 20mph speed limits on Tuesday 5 December at 9.30am. The debate will be led by Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP.
Debate Pack
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on railway ticket offices on Wednesday 13 September 2023 at 9.30am. The debate will be led by Chris Loder MP.
Debate Pack
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on flying schools on 12 September 2023 at 2.30pm. The debate will be led by Tim Loughton MP.