Research Briefing
The welfare cap
Since 2014 the UK government has had a cap on welfare spending. Here we explain how the cap is set and assessed. We also look at how the cap has changed.
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Research Briefing
Sanctions against Russia (February 2022 to January 2025)
In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the G7, EU and other allies and partners across the globe have imposed an unprecedented package of coordinated sanctions against Russia.
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Research Briefing
Sanctions against countries supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Countries that are considered to be supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine have increasingly faced US, EU and UK sanctions.
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Research Briefing
The budget deficit: a short guide
This briefing answers some FAQs related to the government's budget deficit.
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Debate Pack
Fiscal impact of the Autumn Budget 2024 on Scotland
A Westminster Hall debate on the fiscal impact of the Autumn Budget 2024 on Scotland is scheduled for Tuesday 7 January 2025 from 2.30pm until 4.00pm. The debate will be led by Greg Poynton MP.
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Research Briefing
The UK’s Overseas Territories and sanctions against Russia
The UK applies sanctions against Russia. How do they apply in the Overseas Territories? What progress has been made on beneficial ownership registers?
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Research Briefing
Financial assistance to Ukraine bill 2024-25
The Financial Assistance to Ukraine Bill will allow the government to contribute to the G7 loan agreement to Ukraine that was agreed in June 2024.
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Research Briefing
Autumn Budget 2024: Reaction
Links to analysis of the 2024 Autumn Budget from selected think tanks, business groups, political parties and other organisations.
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Research Briefing
Autumn Budget 2024: A summary
A summary of the announcements in the 2024 Autumn Budget and an overview of the latest economic forecasts.
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Research Briefing
Local Growth Deals
This note looks at the creation of the Single Local Growth Fund and the process of allocating Growth Deal funding to Local Enterprise Partnerships.
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Research Briefing
Autumn Budget 2024: Background briefing
Ahead of the 2024 Autumn Budget on 30 October, this briefing looks at the economic situation, economic forecasts and the public finances.
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Insight
What is the Budget?
On 30 October 2024 the Chancellor will present plans for the economy, including taxation and spending, in the Budget. What happens during and after the Budget?
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Debate Pack
International investment summit
There will be a debate in the Chamber on Thursday 17th October on the International Investment Summit.
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Research Briefing
City Deals
This note provides an overview of City Deals, with details on the 31 that have been successfully negotiated since July 2012.
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Debate Pack
Scotland’s economy
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on Scotland's economy on Tuesday 15th October at 9:30am. The debate will be opened by John Grady MP.
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