The Barnett formula and fiscal devolution
This briefing looks at how the Barnett formula works and includes a brief summary of the debate surrounding the formula.

This Note examines the Commission's recommendations and subsequent consideration of the report by the House of Commons. Details of the Government's response to the report are also given.
The Arbuthnott report and Scottish elections (165 KB , PDF)
This Note examines the Commission’s recommendations and subsequent consideration of the report by the House of Commons. Details of the Government’s response to the report are also given.
The Arbuthnott report and Scottish elections (165 KB , PDF)
This briefing looks at how the Barnett formula works and includes a brief summary of the debate surrounding the formula.
This briefing provides an overview of the different voting systems currently used for elections in the UK. It also examines the pros and cons of different systems.
The Absent Voting (Elections in Scotland and Wales) Bill would allow for the alignment of rules on absent voting arrangements between reserved and devolved elections in Scotland and Wales.