This Insight explores the key changes to parliamentary procedures caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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This Note considers proposals for the introduction of a ‘Citizens’ Initiative’ process in the UK, where citizens would be able to petition for referendum questions to be placed on ballot papers of for legislation to be introduced in Parliament.
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This paper provides details and links for ministerial statements and parliamentary debates (from both Houses of Parliament) that cover international affairs and defence.
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The Procedure Committee has completed a review of the pilot of the use of proxy voting for parental absence in divisions in the House of Commons. It recommended that the scheme should be made permanent. It also recommends the continuation of proxy arrangements for public health reasons relating to the pandemic, as long as their are restrictions on MPs travelling to Westminster.
