Research Briefing
A backbench business debate is being held on 8 September 2016 on scamming and its effect on vulnerable individuals. This paper explores the different types of scams, regulation and what can be done to combat this threat.
Research Briefing
Looks at the development of the new State Pension introduced on 6 April 2016
Research Briefing
This Commons Library briefing paper looks at the situation in a range of policy areas and considers what impact Brexit might have. This will depend, among other things, on the Brexit negotiations, whether the UK stays in the European Economic Area and how the Government fills any policy gaps left by withdrawal.
Research Briefing
Contribution-based Jobseeker's Allowance is a benefit for unemployed people with a sufficient record of National Insurance contributions. It is not means-tested as such, but the amount of contribution-based JSA payable is reduced on a pound for pound basis by any regular income the claimant receives from an occupational or private pension in excess of £50 a week.
Research Briefing
Looks at reductions in inherited SERPS, legislated for in 1986, originally intended to be introduced from April 2000, but delayed following a campaign around inadequate publicity
Research Briefing
Looks at provisions for inheriting additional State Pension and transitional arrangements following the introduction of the new State Pension in April 2016
Research Briefing
This paper summarises the Commons' committee proceedings on the Bank of England and Financial Services Bill.
Research Briefing
A summary of Budget 2016 and the Office for Budget Responsibility's forecasts for the economy and public finances.
Research Briefing
Looks at current legislation to reform the House of Commons Members' Fund, set up in 1939 (before a pension scheme was established) to help former Members and their dependants in financial difficulty.
Debate Pack
This note summarises the history behind the continuing campaign for more compensation for Equitable Life policyholders.
Research Briefing
This paper provides background and commentary on the Bank of England and Financial Services Bill which has its Second Reading in the House of Commons on 1 February 2016.
Research Briefing
This note summarises the debates in the House of Lords on the Bank of England and Financial Services Bill.
Research Briefing
Updated analysis of the Spending Review and Autumn Statement 2015.
Research Briefing
This note sets out the main benefit and tax credit rates for the 2016-17 financial year.
Research Briefing
Background to the joint 2015 Spending Review and Autumn Statement, which will be presented to Parliament on 25 November 2015.
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