The Government has committed to abolish 'no-fault' section 21 evictions in the private rented sector. A Renters' Reform Bill was promised in the 2019 Queen's Speech to achieve this. The Bill is awaited. This paper explains the use of section 21 and reactions to its proposed abolition.
This briefing covers international child abduction, including the criminal law, steps to prevent abduction occurring, and what to do if it does happen.
This paper provides an overview of the rules surrounding COVID-19 and returning to work. It discusses the lockdown legislation, employer's health and safety obligations and when workers can refuse to go to work.
Research Briefing
Housing market: Data on house prices, mortgage approvals and house-building.
Research Briefing
A Universal Credit reading list covering the new benefit from its development more than a decade ago through to April 2021.
Research Briefing
This paper provides statistics on household food insecurity, food bank usage and free school meals in the UK, and tracks the impact of coronavirus.
Research Briefing
This Library briefing paper provides a history of England's coronavirus "lockdown laws"
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This Commons Library Briefing Paper outlines the social security changes made by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and other Government departments, in response to the coronavirus crisis, as well as expectations for their withdrawal and plans for the economic recovery.
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This paper tracks the evolving impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the labour market.
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Concerns have been raised about sexual harassment in all stages of education. This paper provides information on the requirements on schools, colleges, and universities, and covers relevant recent developments.
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The further education (FE) funding system in England is complex and has undergone a number of changes in recent years. Currently, FE providers are allocated funds from different sources depending on the type of courses they provide and on the age of their students; most funding follows the learner. There is also capital funding available for upgrading the college estate. This briefing explains the different systems, examines recent funding announcements and trends, and considers some related issues facing the FE sector.
Constituency Casework
Find out how laws about mobile homes affect constituents' rights
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This briefing paper looks at the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on schools and pupils. It largely focuses on England, and has been updated following the wider reopening of schools in England from 8 March 2021.
Data Dashboard
Compare local data for health conditions including diabetes, asthma, depression and high blood pressure
Research Briefing
Covers arrangements for uprating public service pensions.
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