Lyings in State

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This Standard Note gives a history of lying in state from antiquity, and looks at occasions where people have lain in state in the last 200 years.

Maiden speeches in the House of Commons since 1918

Maiden speeches made by newly elected MPs since 1918, with links to Hansard where available.
- House of Commons
- Parliament
House of Commons ballot bills since 1997

Results of the House of Commons ballot for Private Members’ Bills (PMBs) in each session since 1997-98
- Parliament
Finances of the Monarchy

A research briefing on the Finances of the Monarchy, including the Sovereign Grant, Duchies of Lancaster and Cornwall and tax arrangements for members of the Royal Family.