The Online Safety Act: An overview
The Online Safety Act 2023 aims to protect people from illegal and harmful content.
Proposals to ban social media for children
Supporters say a ban would help protect children online, but others argue it could have unintended consequences
Problems with parcel deliveries
It is often a retailer’s responsibility to ensure that parcels are delivered safely. Find out more about consumers’ rights in relation to parcel deliveries.
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Research Briefing
Smart glasses and violence against women and girls
A Westminster Hall debate on Smart glasses and violence against women and girls has been scheduled for 4 November 2026. The debate will be opened by Anna Sabine MP.
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Research Briefing
The potential merits of mandatory safeguarded 24/7 helipads at major trauma centres
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 29 October 2026 on the the potential merits of mandatory safeguarded 24/7 helipads at major trauma centres. The debate will be opened by Jim Shannon MP.
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Research Briefing
The role and effectiveness of Ofcom
A Westminster Hall debate on the role and effectiveness of Ofcom is scheduled for 29 October 2026. The debate will be opened by Vikki Slade MP.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
How is anti-social behaviour addressed in England and Wales?
An overview of how the police, local authorities, social landlords and others can respond to anti-social behaviour.
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Research Briefing
Responding to anti-social behaviour in England and Wales
Local agencies have various powers to respond to anti-social behaviour. These powers are being strengthened by the Crime and Policing Act 2026.
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Research Briefing
Potential merits of recognising the production and serving of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage
A Westminster Hall debate on the potential merits of recognising the production and serving of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage has been scheduled for 27 October 2026. The debate will be opened by Jacob Collier MP.
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Research Briefing
The gender pay gap
This briefing paper provides statistics on the size of the gender pay gap in the UK and how it varies by age, occupation, industry, and location.
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Research Briefing
Sentencing for causing death by dangerous or careless driving
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on Sentencing for causing death by dangerous or careless driving on 28 October 2026. The debate will be opened by Alex Barros-Curtis MP (Labour, Cardiff West).
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Research Briefing
Objecting to gambling premises
Gambling impact assessments will give local authorities new powers to reject licence applications for gambling premises
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Royal Mail performance
Royal Mail has missed delivery targets for several years, and has been fined by Ofcom.
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Research Briefing
Safety on public transport
Reports indicate a rise in incidents on public transport that threaten the safety of passengers and staff.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Finding funding for constituents
How to approach constituent funding enquiries: general advice and resources
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