MP data: Parliamentary activities
This interactive dashboard presents data on the parliamentary activities of MPs in Westminster.…
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Parliament
MPs in Parliament: Breakdown of activities by gender and party
This Insight analyses the data to see if there are any patterns in the parliamentary activities of female and male, and government and opposition MPs. …
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UK-EU future relationship negotiations update: is an agreement possible?
This paper provides an update on the UK-EU future relationship negotiations following intensified negotiations in June and July 2020. It explores the prospects for an agreement in time for the end of the post-Brexit transition period on 31 December…
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The Parliamentary Constituencies Bill 2019-21
The Parliamentary Constituencies Bill 2019-21…
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Chairs of Commons select committees in the 2019 Parliament
House of Commons select committee chairs in the 2019, 2017, 2015 and 2010 parliaments.…
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MPs’ changes of party allegiance in the House of Commons since 1979
This list notes when a Member has changed allegiance from one political party to another or decided to sit as an independent MP. Instances of Members losing or resigning a party whip are also noted.…
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Written Parliamentary Questions: The June peak
This Insight explores written parliamentary questions tabled in June, the highest monthly figure in the last 10 years.…
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Effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on negotiations for a future UK/EU relationship
An Opposition Day debate on the effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on negotiations for a future UK/EU relationship has been scheduled for Wednesday 15 July 2020 in the Main Chamber.…
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Restoration and Renewal – developments since October 2019
A debate on Restoration and Renewal has been scheduled for Thursday 16 July 2020. This briefing paper provides an update on developments since the Parliamentary Buildings (Restoration and Renewal) Act 2019 received Royal Assent in October 2019.…
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Members and Constituency Etiquette
This note discusses the conventions that have developed as a result of the relationship between individual Members and their constituencies. It covers the issues of constituency casework, raising matters relating to another Member’s constituency in the House, and visits and speaking engagements in other constituencies. The Note deals also with the related matter of local precedence.…
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The NATO Parliamentary Assembly and UK delegations
Since being formed in 1965, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly has provided a forum for parliamentarians from the NATO Member States to promote debate on key security challenges, facilitate mutual understanding and support national parliamentary oversight of defence matters. The Assembly also helps to strengthen the transatlantic relationship and provides many opportunities for North American and European parliamentarians to discuss their concerns, interests and differences.…
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Apologies by MPs to the House of Commons since 1979
This list attempts to capture all instances where an apology has been made on the floor of the House of Commons since 1979…
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Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme: independent investigation
On 23 June 2020, the House is being asked to asked to approve motions on the establishment of an Independent Expert Panel to consider cases against MPs raised under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme. …
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The UK-EU future relationship negotiations: governance
Governance is one of the principal sticking points in the negotiations on the future UK-EU relationship. This briefing paper outlines the key differences between the UK and EU approach. …
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Sources of statistics on inequalities between ethnic groups
This reading list brings together statistical sources of information on inequalities between ethnic groups.…
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Maiden Speeches in the House of Commons
Maiden speeches by newly elected MPs since 1918…
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