Research Briefing
This briefing paper provides an overview of recent political developments in Cyprus, providing background on the division of the island and discussing recent peace talks and wider tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on Funding levels for diplomatic staff in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is scheduled for Tuesday 24 May 2022, from 9.30am to 11.00am. The debate will be led by Valerie Vaz MP.
Research Briefing
The Public Order Bill is scheduled to have its second reading on 23 May 2022. This briefing provides background to the Bill, an overview of its main provisions, and analysis of its proposals.
Research Briefing
This briefing paper give an overview of the work of the EU Conference on the Future of Europe, what it proposed and possible next steps.
Research Briefing
The investigation of former British soldiers who served in Northern Ireland during “The Troubles” is receiving a significant amount of media and parliamentary attention as a result of ongoing court cases and the Government's new proposals for dealing with legacy issues in Northern Ireland.
Research Briefing
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has highlighted the fragile state of the EU’s energy security. How has the EU responded and what does this mean for the UK?
Research Briefing
North Korea continues to expand its nuclear capabilities and programmes.
Debate Pack
A general debate on NATO and international security is scheduled for Thursday 19 May 2022 in the House of Commons chamber.
Research Briefing
France held a presidential election on 10 April 2022, with a run-off poll taking place on 24 April. In a repeat of the 2017 election, Emmanuel Macron defeated Marine Le Pen.
Research Briefing
This briefing paper summarises the Commons stages of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill and the Lords amendments to the Bill.
Research Briefing
The House of Lords has proposed changes to the Government's judicial review reforms. MPs will consider them on Tuesday 26 April 2022.
Research Briefing
The House of Lords amended the Judicial Review and Courts Bill. On Tuesday 26 April 2022 MPs will be asked whether they agree to those amendments.
Insight
How hosting a Ukrainian refugee through the Homes for Ukraine Scheme may affect council tax payments, including single person discounts and second homes.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on human rights in Colombia and implementation of the 2016 peace agreement is scheduled for Wednesday 20 April 2022, from 9.30-11.00am. The debate will be led by Paula Barker MP.
Research Briefing
Hungary held a general election on 3 April 2022. Incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orbán secured a majority of seats in the new parliament and will serve a fourth consecutive term in office (his fifth in total).
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