Bahrain: Introductory country profile
This briefing provides an introduction to Bahrain's politics, human rights, trade, and international relations. It also signposts further reading.

This note reviews developments in Burma since the November 2010 elections.
In brief: Burma's 'discipline-flourishing democracy' (39 KB , PDF)
November 2010 elections saw the military junta’s political front win a decisive victory. The US and UK called the elections a sham and have renewed their sanctions against Burma for another year. Aung San Suu Kyi has been released but her ability to influence events is unclear. Violence in the border areas has been on the rise. This note surveys recent developments in the country.
In brief: Burma's 'discipline-flourishing democracy' (39 KB , PDF)
This briefing provides an introduction to Bahrain's politics, human rights, trade, and international relations. It also signposts further reading.
This briefing provides an introduction to Qatari politics, human rights, trade, and international relations. It also signposts further reading.
A bill briefing on the Church of Scotland (Lord High Commissioner) Bill 2024-25. This makes provision for Catholics to be eligible to hold the office of Lord High Commissioner, which is the King's representative at the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.