Research Briefing
Nuclear weapons in Europe
The debate over nuclear weapons in Europe is gaining traction following France's proposals for greater nuclear cooperation among European allies.
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Nuclear weapons, disarmament and arms control
View research relating to nuclear weapons, arms control and the UK’s nuclear deterrent and modernisation programme.
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Research Briefing
Looking ahead to the Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty Review Conference 2026
The five-yearly Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) begins on 27 April 2026.
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Research Briefing
Special visa schemes for Ukrainians
Since early 2022, Ukrainians have been able to take up temporary residence in the UK under Homes for Ukraine and other bespoke visa programmes.
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Research Briefing
US trade tariffs
The US has imposed tariffs on most UK goods imported into the US. Why has the Trump administration done so, and how will the UK-US deal mitigate that?
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Supreme Court judgment on the meaning of “sex” in the Equality Act 2010: For Women Scotland
The Supreme Court has ruled that references to “sex”, “man” and “woman” in the Equality Act refer to biological sex (a person’s sex at birth).
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Research Briefing
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
This briefing outlines the purpose of a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the UK Government plans for a UK CBAM, the impact of the EU CBAM, and international trade considerations. It also sets out commentary on a need for global cooperation, and further reading.
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Changing positions on the EU and Ukraine in central Europe
The Visegrad countries (Hungary, Slovakia, Poland and Czech Republic) have increasingly diverged in their positions on the EU and support for Ukraine
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Research Briefing
Proscribed Terrorist Organisations
The Home Secretary can proscribe organisations believed to be involved in terrorism under the Terrorism Act 2000
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Beneficial ownership registers in the Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies
The UK Government expects all Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies to introduce public registers of beneficial ownership. What progress has been made?
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Research Briefing
British Summer Time
British Summer Time is the UK's seasonal clock change. Find out when and why the clocks change in the spring and autumn, calls for change, and evidence about the effects of daylight saving measures.
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Research Briefing
Support for Gurkha veterans
On Thursday 26 March 2026 there will be a Backbench Business Committee debate on support for Gurkha veterans.
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Research Briefing
Nuclear weapons profile: France
In March 2026, President Macron announced significant changes to France's nuclear posture.
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Research Briefing
The UK Overseas Territories and their Governors
The paper describes the role of UK-appointed Governors in the Overseas Territories to make law and policy on reserved topics, such as external affairs.
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Iran: Introductory country profile
The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran in February 2026. This briefing introduces Iran’s politics, human rights, economy, and international relations.
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