This Insight explains what the current law of prorogation is, why some experts think it should be reformed, and what some of the options for reform might be.
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Opposition parties in the House of Commons (146 KB, PDF)
This note describes the development of the roles and entitlements of the opposition parties, in particular the Official Opposition, in the House of Commons. It lists the current opposition parties and their electoral performance, and discusses how the procedures and practices of the House make allowances for the Opposition.
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Opposition parties in the House of Commons (146 KB, PDF)
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