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This briefing provides an overview of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), a programme of strategic rail investments designed to improve connectivity between cities and towns in the North of England. The briefing covers the Government's proposed route, cost and schedule for the programme as well as commentary on the Government's proposals.
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Background on the Social Security (Special Rules for End of Life) Bill [HL] 2022-23, introduced in the House of Lords on 11 May 2022.
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Police powers in relation to unauthorised encampments that are typically associated with Gypsy and Traveller sites.
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This paper considers homeowners’ means of redress when faced with defects in newly built housing. It summarises the Government and industry response.
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Alleged corruption has been uncovered in the British Virgin Islands. In June 2022, the UK said it would not impose direct rule at present but would monitor progress.
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This paper focuses on the western leg of HS2 from Crewe to Manchester and the High Speed Rail (Crewe to Manchester) Bill, which would authorise it.
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Provides background on exams in 2022. It covers adaptions, absence, grading, and appeals. Updated for release of Scotland's exam results on 9 August 2022
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The Government’s Energy Bills Support Scheme will provide a £400 discount on electricity bills to help households with the rising cost of energy. This briefing summarises the policy, first announced in February and updated in May and July 2022, as well as the reaction to it. It also provides information on eligibility for the scheme and answers to frequently asked questions.
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This is the final version of this paper which tracks the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the labour market from January-March 2020 to January-March 2022.
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
This briefing answers Frequently Asked Questions about ports and shipping including devolution, harbour powers, international treaties, decarbonisation, ferry passengers' rights, and seafarers' employment rights.
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What’s the significance of the UK’s departure from the EU for the UK’s 14 Overseas Territories, in relation to trade, funding, defence, and sovereignty?
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This paper briefly examines China's nuclear weapons policies, capabilities and programmes.
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This paper briefly examines the nuclear weapons policies, capabilities and programmes of India and Pakistan.
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This paper looks at when the armed forces can be deployed in the UK, what they do, and the legal basis.
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This paper briefly examines the nuclear weapons policies, capabilities and programmes of the United States.
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