Japan’s strengthening military posture and new security policies
Since 2022, Japan has significantly increased its defence spending, updated its security policies and removed barriers to exporting arms.
UK-China relations under the Labour Government 2024-2026
Since taking office in 2024, the Labour government has sought to improve UK–China relations, with a particular emphasis on deepening economic ties, while still acknowledging the significant security challenges that China poses.
Housing market: Economic indicators
Find the latest data on house prices, mortgage approvals, and house building in the UK.
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Research Briefing
Sporting Events Bill [HL] 2026-27
The Sporting Events Bill [HL] 2026-27 is due to have its second reading in the House of Commons on 3 September 2026.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
How to complain about children’s services in England
How local authorities should deal with complaints about children’s services.
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Research Briefing
Regional and National Economic Indicators
A summary of the latest economic indicators for the regions and nations of the UK.
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Research Briefing
Business and consumer confidence: Economic indicators
Business and consumer sentiment can give an early indication of economic trends. Find the latest data on what businesses and consumers expect for the UK economy.
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Research Briefing
Government Chief Whips and Deputy Whips since 1945
Government Chief Whips and Deputy Chief Whips in the Commons and Lords since 1945.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
How to complain about adult social care in England
Information on how someone can complain about adult social care in England.
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Research Briefing
Financial markets: Economic indicators
The price of shares and commodities can help show the health of the economy. Find the latest data on the prices of shares, oil and gold.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Making decisions on behalf of adults who lack capacity
Information on how decisions are made in England and Wales when an adult lacks capacity to make decisions for themselves.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Jury Service (England and Wales)
An overview of jury service in England and Wales, including eligibility, reasonable adjustments, deferral and excusal, and financial compensation.
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Research Briefing
Attendance of the Prime Minister at Prime Minister’s Questions since 1979
Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) attended by Prime Ministers since 1979, the number at which the Prime Minister was not present and related facts.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Criminal records (England and Wales)
How can an individual apply to have a criminal record on the Police National Computer deleted? What is disclosed in a criminal record check?
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Research Briefing
Ukraine: UK aid and humanitarian situation 2022 to 2026
Describes the effects of the conflict in Ukraine and the number of refugees leaving the country, alongside what aid the UK and others have pledged from 2022.
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