Financial markets: Economic indicators
The price of shares and commodities can help show the health of the economy. Find the latest data on the prices of shares, oil and gold.
Police service strength
This briefing looks at the strength and diversity of police forces in the UK.
North Korea in 2026: Frequently asked questions
North Korea’s regime under Kim Jong-un appears to be secure in the short to medium term. The country is supported by China and is increasing its support to Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.
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Research Briefing
Mobile phones in schools (England)
A short overview of policy relating to mobile phone use in English schools, and related discussions
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Research Briefing
Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on compensation for Equitable Life policyholders on 22 October 2026.
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Research Briefing
A new president and prime minister for Iraq: What challenges face the country in 2026?
In 2026, Iraq selected a new president and prime minister. Issues facing Iraq include disarming or integrating Iran-backed militias into the state armed forces.
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Research Briefing
Gross domestic product (GDP): Economic indicators
GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP data for the UK and updated forecasts for GDP growth.
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Data dashboards,Research Briefing
Constituency data: Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Find data for your constituency on people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) using our interactive dashboard.
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Research Briefing
General debate on baby loss awareness week
A General debate has been scheduled for 12 October on baby loss awareness week.
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Research Briefing
Connect to Work
Connect to Work is a government programme to help people with disabilities or other complex issues to find and stay in work. It started in 2025 and runs till 2030.
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Research Briefing
Interest rates and monetary policy: Economic indicators
Monetary policy affects the amount of money in the economy and the costs of borrowing. Find the latest data on interest rates in the UK, US and Eurozone.
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Research Briefing
School Exclusions in England
Exclusions from schools in England have risen post-pandemic. This paper discusses trends, some potential causes, and related government policy.
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Research Briefing
Short Money
Short Money is allocated to opposition parties to support them in their parliamentary duties. Allocations are based on a party’s performance at the previous election.
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Research Briefing
Government oversight of underperforming NHS trusts
Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 14 October 2026, on government oversight of underperforming NHS trusts.
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Research Briefing
Commons committee stages taken in committee of the whole House
Bills since the 1997-98 session considered in the House of Commons by a committee of the whole House.
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