Research Briefing
The UN General Assembly condemns Russia: But what can it actually do?
What powers does the UN have to respond to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?
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Research Briefing
Energy Prices Bill 2022-23
This briefing provides analysis of the Energy Prices Bill which includes provisions to reduce energy costs for consumers by capping energy bills and reducing wholesale electricity prices.
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Research Briefing
Implications of the Russian-backed referendums in Ukraine
At the end of September 2022 Moscow announced the annexation of four occupied regions of Ukraine following a series of referendums on joining on Russia, which were widely labelled a "sham" and a violation of international law.
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Research Briefing
UK Fisheries Statistics
Key statistics and trends in the UK fishing industry, including economic output, landings, employment, fleet size, and trade.
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Research Briefing
Mali: Why have elections been delayed until 2024?
Mali has experienced two coups in as many years, raising concerns about its prospects of returning to a democratically elected civilian government.
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Research Briefing
World Mental Health Day: Rising cost of living and mental health
How can financial situations affect mental health and what can we learn from past economic events?
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Research Briefing
Afghanistan: One year under a Taliban government
One year after the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan the country faces a multitude of political, economic and humanitarian crises. The security situation is increasing fragile and human rights abuses, particularly of women and girls, is widely documented.
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Research Briefing
Gallagher Premiership: How are rugby clubs regulated?
The Worcester Warriors Rugby Club men’s team has been relegated and Wasps has filed a second notice of intention to appoint administrators
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Research Briefing
Mahsa Amini protests in Iran 2022
Iranians are protesting following the death of Mahsa Amini. What is the situation for women in Iran and how significant are the protests?
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Research Briefing
The Intelligence and Security Committee
This paper describes the functions and powers of the Intelligence and Security Committee, which is responsible for scrutinising the UK's intelligence and security agencies. It outlines reforms to the Committee under the Justice and Security Act 2013, and summarises recent inquiries.
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Research Briefing
What is the European Political Community?
The UK Prime Minister, Liz Truss, will attend the first meeting of the European Political Community on 6 October 2022.
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Research Briefing
Health and Social Care Levy Act 2021
The Health and Social Care Levy Act 2021 received Royal Assent on 20 October 2021.
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Research Briefing
Independent schools (England)
An overview of the topics Members commonly encounter relating to fee-paying independent schools in England
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Research Briefing
Q&A: Storm overflows discharge reduction plan
On 26 August 2022, the Government published its storm overflows discharge reduction plan as a legal commitment under the Environment Act 2021. This briefing paper provides background information and statistics on storm overflows, outlines the main elements in the plan and provides answers to some frequently asked questions on the subject.
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Research Briefing
September 2022 fiscal statement: A summary
A summary of the announcements in the Chancellor's September 2022 fiscal statement and links to analysis and further reading.
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