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A look at how UK pensions compare with those in other countries. The note compares the UK state pension with similar systems in Europe and goes on to look more broadly at the structural differences in the sources of pensioner income across economically advanced countries.
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The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association and International Committee of the Red Cross (Status) Bill has its remaining Commons stages on 18 December 2024.. This briefing provides an overview on the background and content of the bill.
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The UK has joined the CPTPP, an Asia-Pacific trade bloc. This briefing paper explains the reasons for joining and reaction from business and civil society..
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In late 2024, President Putin approved a new Russian nuclear doctrine. This paper briefly examines Russia's nuclear weapons policies, capabilities and programmes.
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This Commons Library briefing paper provides information on the single use carrier bag charge in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, examines the legal basis for the charge, the exemptions and what will be done with the proceeds of the charge. It also examines the impact of the charges to date.
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This note looks at the UK's trade with its main trading partners.
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This note gives some key statistics on UK-Commonwealth trade.
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The Information Commissioner's Office has published guidance for Members of Parliament on what they must do to comply with data protection law when handling casework.
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Answers to some frequently asked questions about immigration changes in 2024, including to the minimum income to sponsor a spouse/partner visa.
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Information on the UK and international response to the 2023/24 Israel-Hezbollah conflict from October 2023
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An overview of High Speed Rail 2 (HS2): an ambitious, controversial project for a high-speed rail line connecting some of the country's largest cities.
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Information on how a child maintenance calculation can be changed when the child stays overnight with the paying parent.
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Statistics on the UK’s involvement in Afghanistan since 2001, including fatalities and casualties, the cost of operations, and Afghan refugees to the UK.
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This briefing outlines the various options open to an individual who needs legal assistance in relation to their employment rights.
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A list of known free (not whipped) votes in the House of Commons since 1979.
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