Election of a commons speaker

Documents to download

Election of a Commons Speaker (2nd ed). House of Commons Library Research Paper 01/30. (Replaces Research Paper 00/90)

Scottish independence referendum: legal issues

A briefing paper on the legal issues surrounding a Scottish independence referendum
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.
- House of Commons
- Parliament
Committee of Privileges

This briefing outlines the remit and powers of the Committee of Privileges. It also provides brief details of matters referred to the Committee since 1979.
- House of Commons
- Parliament