Research Briefing
This House of Commons Library briefing provides details of the current levels of 'Short money' allocated to opposition parties for parliamentary duties and a brief history of the scheme. Figures for the corresponding scheme in the House of Lords (Cranborne money) are provided. The briefing also provides details of allocations made under the Representative Money scheme.
Research Briefing
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
Research Briefing
The Data Protection and Digital Information Bill 2022-23 was introduced in the House of Commons on 18 July 2022.
Research Briefing
A debate on parliamentary services for MPs will take place in the Chamber on 8 September 2022. The debate was initiated by the Administration Committee.
Research Briefing
This briefing brings together the latest available data on political party membership in Great Britain.
Insight
How are UK Supreme Court justices appointed and who are the new justices?
Debate Pack
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.
Research Briefing
A briefing paper on the State Opening of Parliament, its history and ceremonial
Research Briefing
This list notes the number of Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) attended by Prime Ministers since 1979.
Research Briefing
Maiden speeches by newly elected MPs since 1918
Insight
How are no confidence motions drafted and what happens if a Government loses?
Research Briefing
The House of Commons is being asked to approve changes to plans for the Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster.
Research Briefing
Learn more about the UK Supreme Court, how it came into existence, and why it replaced the House of Lords as the UK's highest court.
Research Briefing
This list attempts to capture all instances where an apology has been made on the floor of the House of Commons since 1979.
Research Briefing
This briefing summarises 2022/23’s Main Estimates, the way in which Parliament approves the Government’s spending plans for the year.
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