Research Briefing
Expedited legislation: Public bills receiving their second and third readings on the same day in the House of Commons
Public bills since 1979 whose main Commons stages have been passed within one day.
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Research Briefing
The King’s 2026 autumn tour
King Charles III is King of The Bahamas, and of Antigua and Barbuda. His 2026 autumn tour includes royal visits to those countries as well as a state visit to Guyana.
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Research Briefing
Potential merits of recognising the production and serving of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage
A Westminster Hall debate on the potential merits of recognising the production and serving of cask ale as Intangible Cultural Heritage has been scheduled for 27 October 2026. The debate will be opened by Jacob Collier MP.
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Research Briefing
The gender pay gap
This briefing paper provides statistics on the size of the gender pay gap in the UK and how it varies by age, occupation, industry, and location.
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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
Gross domestic product (GDP): Economic indicators
GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP data for the UK and updated forecasts for GDP growth.
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Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Remediating cladding on blocks of flats under 11 metres
How and why buildings under 11 m in height are treated differently to buildings over 11 m in height and what leaseholders can do if they have concerns.
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Research Briefing
Delivery of council housing
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 27 October 2026 on the delivery of council housing. The debate will be opened by Carla Lockhart MP.
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Research Briefing
Opposition day debates in the House of Commons since 1992
An opposition day is one on which an opposition party sets the agenda. Dates of debates, parties choosing the subject and the outcome of each debate are listed.
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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
Sentencing for causing death by dangerous or careless driving
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on Sentencing for causing death by dangerous or careless driving on 28 October 2026. The debate will be opened by Alex Barros-Curtis MP (Labour, Cardiff West).
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Research Briefing
Assessing value for money in central government
Value for money involves controlling public spending, reducing waste, and prioritising the use of resources. Various frameworks and guidance contribute to this.
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Research Briefing
Efficiency in public spending
Government departments reported £9.2 billion in efficiencies in 2025/26. This briefing examines how efficiencies are identified, measured and reported.
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Research Briefing
Pelvic mesh and sodium valproate
Pelvic mesh and sodium valproate are medical products that have harmed patients. The government are considering recommendations to provide redress to patients who have been harmed.
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Research Briefing
The Building Safety (Remediation of Unsafe Cladding etc) Bill 2026-27
The Building Safety (Remediation of Unsafe Cladding etc) Bill was introduced on 14 October 2026 to address historical safety risks and ensure remediation of unsafe cladding.
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