Recall of Parliament
This briefing paper discusses the procedure for recalling Parliament, as well as providing details of recent occasions when Parliament has been recalled.
Documents to download
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MPs' changes of party allegiance in the House of Commons since 1979 (108 KB , Excel Spreadsheet)
Is there a by-election if an MP changes Party?
No, by-elections are not automatically triggered if an MP changes his or her party affiliation although an MP may choose to stand down and fight the ensuing by-election under a new party label or as an independent Member.
Role of the Whips Office
Information on the role of the Government and Opposition whips in the management of parliamentary business can be found in the Commons Library briefing on the Whips’ Office.
Parliament: facts and figures
This series of publications contains data on various subjects relating to Parliament and Government. Topics include legislation, MPs, select committees, debates, divisions and Parliamentary procedure.
Feedback
Due to the difficulties in compiling a comprehensive list of all floor-crossings, whip withdrawals and whip resignations, this list cannot be guaranteed to be definitive.
We are always happy to hear of any additions or amendments to the list. Please email papers@parliament.uk with any comments.
We also welcome suggestions for new lists.
Documents to download
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MPs' changes of party allegiance in the House of Commons since 1979 (108 KB , Excel Spreadsheet)
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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.
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Regency and Counsellors of State
A briefing paper on the statutory arrangements for a Regency and Counsellors of State in the event that a monarch is too young to assume all Royal functions, ill or absent from the UK