Russia’s hybrid warfare campaign in Europe
Russia is alleged to be conducting a campaign of hybrid warfare across Europe.
A debate on hunting trophy imports
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 11 November 2026 on hunting trophy imports.
Local Government Pension Scheme investments
The Pension Schemes Act 2026 made changes to how the Local Government Pension Scheme makes investments.
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Research Briefing
Glyphosate
Glyphosate is a widely used weedkiller. Its approval for use in the UK is due for renewal in December 2026.
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Research Briefing
COP31: The 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference
The 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is to be held from 9 to 20 November 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye. Last year, Brazil hosted COP30 in Belém, and will hand over the presidency to joint hosts Türkiye and Australia. This briefing covers the main themes of COP31.
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Research Briefing
Running AMOC: Is the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation weakening?
The AMOC system of ocean currents, including the Gulf Stream, helps keep the UK climate temperate. Scientists think that the AMOC may be weakening because of global warming.
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Research Briefing
Agricultural funding for farmers, growers and land managers in England
Farm funding from the government is available through the Environmental Land Management (ELM) schemes and grants supporting areas such as innovation, technology and animal welfare.
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Research Briefing
Flood risk management and funding
This briefing paper provides an overview of flood and coastal risk management in the UK, including which bodies manage risk, current policy on flood risk management, and how flood funding works.
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Research Briefing
Fly-tipping: The illegal dumping of waste
Fly-tipping rose 9% from 2023/24 to 2024/25. The government is proposing various measures to reduce the problem.
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Research Briefing
What might a ‘Godzilla’ El Niño mean for the UK?
El Niño conditions form when warmer waters spread across the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, resulting in global changes to weather and climate. Several forecasts from national weather agencies indicate that the next El Niño could be one of the strongest on record.
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Research Briefing
Veterinary costs and regulation
The UK Government and Competition and Markets Authority are proposing reforms to regulate veterinary practices and address the rising costs of veterinary bills.
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Research Briefing
E-petition debate: Requirement to report collisions with cats
On 26 October 2026 there will be a Westminster Hall debate on e-petition 750612 relating to placing a requirement on drivers to report collisions with cats.
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Research Briefing
Economic regulation of the water industry
The water industry is privatised, with regional monopoly companies, in England and Wales. Regulation includes a price review that sets bills for customers.
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Research Briefing
Droughts in England
Droughts are increasingly common in England. Droughts can lead to restrictions on water use, reduced crop yields and environmental damage.
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Research Briefing
Food poverty: Households, food banks and free school meals
This paper provides statistics on household food insecurity, food bank usage and free school meals in the UK, and tracks the impact of rising living costs.
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