Parliament and government databases

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Civil Service Yearbook

Information about holders of key government positions for the UK and devolved administrations.
Dods People

In-depth biographical profiles on the political representatives in the UK.
How Parliament works E-book

Key up to date text that provides a unique insight into the work and daily life of Parliament
Local Government Information Unit

Find information on local democracy, health and social care, children’s services and more to support the work of local authorities.
Members Names Information Service (MNIS)

This Parliamentary database lists Members details for the Commons and Lords.
Parliamentary Search

Search parliamentary material. Filter by written and oral questions, papers, proceedings, Members' contributions and more.
PolicyMogul

Stay up to date with political developments in Parliament and government. For Members and staff accessing on behalf of Members.
Public Information Online

Access House of Lords Papers 1901-1955 and House of Lords Bill and Amendments 1901-1955.
UK Parliamentary Papers

Access over 200,000 House of Commons sessional papers from 1715 to the present, with supplementary material back to 1688.

Deposited Papers

Find deposited papers that have neen deposited in the House of Commons and House of Lords.
Erskine May

Access a digital version of Erskine May's treatise on the law, privileges, proceedings and usage of Parliament.
History of Parliament

All of the biographical, constituency and introductory survey articles published in The History of Parliament series.
MPs' Guide to Procedure

Practical guidance on House of Commons procedure for MPs and their staff.
Statutory Instruments

Find statutory instruments by title, paper number, and other criteria.
Treaties

Find treaties by title, command paper number, and other criteria.
Written Questions, Answers and Statements

Find written questions and answers, as well as written statements.

Parliament and elections

Impartial research and analysis from the Commons Library on issues related to Parliament, government and elections.
Parliament and elections data

Explore data and analysis about Parliament, MPs, general election and by-elections results, and the Government.
Resources

Find books, journals, online databases, parliamentary materials and more. These resources are only available to users with a parliamentary login.