Powers and protections for trees and hedges in the community
A briefing on powers to deal with issues caused by trees and hedges in the community and measures to protect them
Identity and Language (Northern Ireland) Bill 2022-23
A Bill briefing on the Identity and Language (Northern Ireland) Bill 2022-23, which was introduced first in the House of Lords
The Accession of King Charles III
A briefing on the constitutional and ceremonial events surrounding the Accession of King Charles III
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Research Briefing
Scottish independence referendum: legal issues
A briefing paper on the legal issues surrounding a Scottish independence referendum
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Insight
How has immigration changed under the UK’s new ‘points based’ system?
The UK has a new immigration system. Has it caused immigration to go up or down?
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Research Briefing
The death of a monarch
The death of a monarch – and the accession of a new sovereign – involves the Cabinet, the Privy Council, Parliament, Buckingham Palace and the Church of England. This paper outlines the historical precedents for the events that will follow the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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Research Briefing
Prime Ministers
This note lists the Prime Ministers that have served in the United Kingdom, since 1721. It also provides information on changes of Prime Ministers between elections since 1900.
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Research Briefing
Adult social care workforce in England
An overview of key issues and policy concerning the adult social care workforce in England.
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Insight
How is a Prime Minister appointed?
What will happen next week when a new Prime Minister is appointed?
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Insight
What is the Government’s plan to reduce sewage discharges?
By 2035, water companies have to improve all storm overflows sending sewage into bathing waters in England.
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Insight
Economic update: New Prime Minister faces challenging economic outlook
With inflation over 10% in July, interest rates are at their highest since 2009.
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Debate Pack
Seven Principles of Public Life
A Westminster Hall debate is scheduled for 7 September 2022 at 2:30pm on the Seven Principles of Public Life. It will be led by Paula Barker MP.
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Research Briefing
Enterprise Zones
There are currently 48 operational Enterprise Zones in England. Similar policies have been adopted by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Businesses in these small areas will benefit from tax and planning concessions and superfast broadband.
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Insight
The council tax rebate: How will it work?
A resident who has moved into a property since 1 April 2022 is not eligible for the rebate for that property.
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Research Briefing
The relationship between church and state in the United Kingdom
A briefing paper on the relationship between church and state in the United Kingdom
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