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MPs to examine Government's proposals for fixed-term parliaments

Political and Constitutional Reform Committee continues its examination of proposals for voting and parliamentary reform
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:30:00 GMT

New guide to how the Lords works published

Handbook highlights the work the House and its Members do
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Summer recess written answers and statements in the Lords

Government responses for week ending 27 August
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Deaths of life Peers announced

Lord Lyell of Markyate and Lord McIntosh of Haringey have died
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:45:00 GMT

MPs publish report on the timetable of voting reforms Bill

Committee say they have been denied adequate scrutiny time
Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Parliament holds bill workshop on energy and green economy

Free event on engaging with legislation
Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:42:00 GMT

Speaker Bercow visits Youth Parliament in Belfast

Commons Speaker joined members of UK Youth Parliament for annual sitting in Northern Ireland
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:37:00 GMT

Local Government Bill: report stage

House of Lords discusses further amendments to Bill
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:57:00 GMT

New Member joins Lords

Lord Faulks last introduction before Lords adjourned for recess
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

House of Lords: summer recess

Parliamentary business in Lords chamber adjourned until 5 October
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:43:00 GMT

MPs debate economic impact of dualling the A11

Matthew Hancock, MP for West Suffolk, opened Westminster Hall debate
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:59:00 GMT

House of Commons rises for summer recess

Commons will return on 6 September 2010
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:21:00 GMT

Terrorist Asset-Freezing Bill: second reading

New Members make maiden speeches as Lords examines Bill
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Report on Baroness Morgan of Huyton’s conduct

Privileges and Conduct Committee publishes findings
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:15:00 GMT

Statement on annual energy statement

Energy and Climate Change Secretary announces the Government's annual energy statement
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:33:00 GMT

European Investigation Order statement

Home Secretary announces the Government's decision to opt into the draft European directive
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:15:00 GMT

Three Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

Education, Treasury and Culture, Media and Sport committees to meet on 28 July
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:16:00 GMT

Committee stage of the Academies Bill day three

Committee of the whole House examines Academies Bill measures
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

'Money Bills' complete remaining stages in Lords

Two new Members make maiden speeches during debate
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:37:00 GMT

Statement on policing

Home Secretary makes statement on police reform
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:10:00 GMT

Urgent question on Ian Tomlinson

Question on decision not to prosecute over the death of Ian Tomlinson
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:17:00 GMT

Change to Commons sitting time for Tuesday 27 July 2010

Commons will sit at 11.30am instead of 2.30pm
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Speaker announces date for UK Youth Parliament debate

UK Youth Parliament annual debate to be held on 29 October
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:30:00 GMT

Six Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

Education, Public Accounts, Political and Constitutional Reform, Public Administration, Home Affairs and Science and Technology committees meet on 27 July
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:54:00 GMT

Two Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

The Transport and Public Accounts committees will take evidence on Monday 26 July
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:50:00 GMT

Statement on Equitable Life

Mark Hoban, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, made statement to Commons
Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Lords debates impact of budget on people in poverty

Four new Members give maiden speeches in debate
Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:01:00 GMT

New Members join Lords

Lord Taylor of Goss Moor, Lord Reid of Cardowan and Baroness Eaton introduced
Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

MPs consider reform of the National Lottery

Westminster Hall debate on good causes within National Lottery Reform
Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Scottish Questions: 21 July 2010

Michael Moore, Secretary of State for Scotland, answered MPs' questions
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:21:00 GMT

Seven new members make maiden speeches

Lords discusses the position and advancement of women in society
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

MPs debate social housing in Sunderland

Bridget Phillipson MP opened debate in Westminster Hall
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:50:00 GMT

Statement on the Kabul Conference

Foreign Secretary makes statement on Afghan political and economic progress
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:10:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on building schools programme

MPs discuss the Building Schools for the Future programme
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

MPs debate National Apprenticeship Scheme

Westminster Hall debate on Government policy on apprenticeships
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

New Transport Committee Inquiry - Drink & drug driving law

The Transport Committee announces that its first inquiry of the new Parliament will be into the drink and drug driving law.
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 21 July 2010

Nick Clegg answered questions on Afghanistan, civil liberities and child asylum seekers
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Three Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

Treasury, Political and Constitutional Reform and Science and Technology committees to take evidence
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:01:00 GMT

New Commons Liaison Committee Chair elected

Rt Hon Sir Alan Beith elected as committee meets for first time
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:58:00 GMT

MPs debate future of the North West economy

Hazel Blears opened Westminster Hall debate on future of the new economy
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:18:00 GMT

The Welsh Affairs Committee announces first inquiry into Severn crossing toll

Committee calls for evidence with submissions required by 3 September
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:12:00 GMT

Third reading of the Finance Bill

MPs debate measures contained in the June 2010 Budget
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:32:00 GMT

Reform of Ministerial statements

Debate on the principle that Ministers make statements to Commons first
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Four Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

Scottish Affairs, Public Accounts, Defence and Justice committees to take evidence
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Lords approves new system of financial support for Members

Allowances and travel expenses rules change
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on coastal towns

MPs discuss Government policy on coastal towns
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Lords Constitution Committee hear from constitutional experts

Evidence heard on government's plans for fixed term parliaments and House of Lords reform
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Commons Treasury Committee publishes report on June 2010 Budget

Report produced in time for third reading of the Finance Bill
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Committee hear evidence from Belgian Ambassador

Committee question the Ambassador on the priorities of the Belgian presidency of the EU
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Lords to debate proposals on financial support

New system of support for Members to be discussed
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Second reading of Academies Bill

MPs debate measures contained within the Academies Bill
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Report on complaint against the Earl of Caithness

Lords Privileges and Conduct Committee publishes findings
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

MPs debate the work of the Coalfield Regeneration Trust

John Healey opened adjournment debate on work of the coalfield communities regeneration organisation
Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Five Commons committees to hold public evidence sessions

Treasury, Health, Home Affairs, Business, Innovation and Skills and Welsh Affairs committees to take evidence
Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Lord Speaker marks her fourth anniversary

Baroness Hayman updates Members on her activities
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on defamation law

MPs discuss reviewing the law on defamation to protect free speech
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:06:00 GMT

Committee stage of the Finance Bill: day three

Committee of the whole House examines Finance Bill measures
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Lords discuss criminal justice reform

New Members make maiden speeches on alternatives to custody
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:50:00 GMT

New Members join Lords

Lord Stevenson of Balmacara, Lord Shipley and Baroness Newlove introduced
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:40:00 GMT

Backbench Business Committee choose subject for debate on 20 July

MPs will discuss how government statements are announced to the House
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

MPs debate future of south London line rail services

Kate Hoey, MP for Vauxhall, opened Westminster Hall debate
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Future of Frenchay hospital debated by MPs

Chris Skidmore, MP for Kingswood, opened Westminster Hall debate
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 11:42:00 GMT

Local Government Bill committee stage

Line by line examination of Bill completed in the House of Lords
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Commons debate prevention and suppression of terrorism

MPs debate continuation of 28 day detention
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:01:00 GMT

Lord Prescott makes maiden speech

Former minister takes part in low carbon technologies debate
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Lords Constitution Committee investigates proposals for fixed term parliaments

A Call for Evidence was published on 15 July 2010
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:27:00 GMT

MPs debate police service funding

Commons approves the Police Grant Report
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:18:00 GMT

Commons select committees to question Cabinet Ministers

Four Cabinet Ministers to appear before committees on 15 July
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Voting and Parliamentary Reform proposals

Political and Constitutional Reform Committee seeks your views on voting and Parliamentary reform proposals
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:22:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 14 July 2010

David Cameron answered questions on Northern Ireland and the National Health Service
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Statement on counter-terrorism and security powers

Home Secretary announces review of counter-terrorism and security powers
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:32:00 GMT

Academies Bill receives third reading

Final amendments and scrutiny of Bill proceeds in the Lords
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Lords examines proposed changes to rules on immigration

Merits Committee questions Government on proposals
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:38:00 GMT

Backbench Business for Tuesday 20 July

Backbench Business Committee schedules debate on Information for Backbenchers
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:30:00 GMT

Working practices in the Lords

Debate on procedures and arrangements also looks at House’s role
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT

NHS White paper statement

Health Secretary announces publication of White paper on the NHS
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:20:00 GMT

Commons select committee members appointed

Membership details released for majority of Commons select committees
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:53:00 GMT

Defamation Bill: second reading

Baroness Hayter and Lord Willis make maiden speeches in the debate
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT

MPs debate housing benefit

Westminster Hall debate on housing benefit
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:58:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on nuclear power stations

MPs consider building new nuclear power stations
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:07:00 GMT

New rules on tax status take effect in Lords

Deadline to meet Act’s requirements passes
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:38:00 GMT

Statement on stop and search powers

Home Secretary announces new guidelines for the police
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Maiden speeches in the Lords

New Members take part in debates on Africa and affordable housing
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Adjournment debate on first world war commemoration

MPs consider commemorating the hundredth anniversary
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:37:00 GMT

Commons debate the anonymity of defendants

MPs discuss introducing anonymity to defendants
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 08:58:00 GMT

New Members join Lords

Lord Davies of Stamford, Baroness Smith of Basildon and Lord Prescott introduced
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on fuel poverty in rural Britain

MPs discuss the cost of fuel in rural areas
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:21:00 GMT

Schools funding statement

Education Secretary apologises over education funding
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:06:00 GMT

MPs debate jobs and the unemployed

Opposition debate on employment and unemployment
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:40:00 GMT

Statement on Afghanistan

Defence Secretary announces troop redeployment in Helmand
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:24:00 GMT

Child health in Nottingham debated in Westminster Hall

Chris Leslie, MP for Nottingham East, opened debate
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Academies Bill report stage: day two

Lords discusses amendments to remaining clauses of Bill
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 08:30:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 7 July 2010

David Cameron answered questions on police numbers and local planning decisions
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:45:00 GMT

Speaker delivers speech on Prime Minister's Questions

Full text of speech delievered to the Centre for Parliamentary Studies
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 11:24:00 GMT

Second reading of Finance Bill in Commons

MPs debate changes to taxation
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 11:06:00 GMT

Independent inquiry into treatment of detainees

David Cameron announces inquiry into the intelligence services
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 09:33:00 GMT

Report on Trevor Phillips’ conduct

Lords Committee for Privileges and Conduct publishes findings
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Llanishen reservoir debated in Commons

MP for Cardiff North opened adjournment debate on safety at reservoir
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Statement on education funding

Education Secretary announces review of the Building Schools for the Future scheme
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:28:00 GMT

Constitutional and political reform proposals

Nick Clegg outlines electoral reform and fixed-term parliaments
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:04:00 GMT

Sustainable transport and economic growth

Lords discusses role of transport in economic prosperity
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Lords debate Constitution Committee report

Report on the Cabinet Office discussed by Peers with expertise on constitutional issues
Mon, 05 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Debate on the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive Report

Baroness Cohen of Pimlico opened the debate in the House of Lords
Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Adjournment debate on the Act of Settlement

MPs consider constitutional reform and the succession to the throne
Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:07:00 GMT

MPs discuss global poverty

Debate on international development and poverty
Fri, 02 Jul 2010 10:13:00 GMT

Warwickshire fire station provision debated by MPs

Chris White, MP for Warwick and Leamington, opened debate in Westminster Hall
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 13:46:00 GMT

Parliament to open to the public on Saturdays

Bookings being taken for guided tours each Saturday from 3 July
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:55:00 GMT

MPs debate energy efficiency

Commons debate on progress and prospects in energy efficiency
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:42:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on free school meals

MPs debate Government policy towards free school meals
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:21:00 GMT

Maiden speeches in Lords

New Members contribute to local communities and foreign policy debates
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:15:00 GMT

Local Government Bill receives second reading

Detailed examination of the Bill proceeds in Lords
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:00:00 GMT

New Members take their seats in the Lords

Baroness Donaghy, Lord Hutton and Lord Boateng introduced
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:30:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 30 June 2010

David Cameron answered questions on unemployment, prisons and children in care
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:04:00 GMT

MPs debate local government financing

Opposition debate on finance provided to local government
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

New Leaders’ Group to consider retirement for Members

Group to look at options for Members to permanently leave the Lords
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT

MPs debate bus services in Milton Keynes

Iain Stewart, MP for Milton Keynes South, introduced adjournment debate
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Questions: 29 June 2010

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Owen Paterson, answered MPs' questions
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Election of Commons Backbench Business Committee

Election results announced for ballot to elect the Backbench Business Committee
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Changing the face of political engagement

Lord Puttnam looks at how digital media can reshape politics
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:00:00 GMT

G8 and G20 Summit statement

David Cameron makes statement on the summits held in Canada
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:30:00 GMT

Statement on limits on non-EU economic migration

Home Secretary makes statement on migration to the UK from outside the EU
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:15:00 GMT

Statement on financial support for Members

Lord Strathclyde sets out new Government plans
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Academies Bill committee stage: day three

Detailed examination of the Bill continues in the Lords
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:30:00 GMT

New Speaker's Chaplain appointed

Rev Rose Hudson-Wilkin appointed as new Speaker’s Chaplain
Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:35:00 GMT

June 2010 Budget debate concludes in Commons

Iain Duncan Smith opened the final day of the Budget debate
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:01:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on the future of local media

MPs debate the future of local newspapers, radio and televsion
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

New Members introduced

Lord Gardiner of Kimble and Lord Maples take their seats in the House of Lords
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:30:00 GMT

Recent developments in Latin America

Lord Liddle makes his maiden speech in debate
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:30:00 GMT

Financial assistance to Opposition parties

House of Lords agrees eligibility for Cranborne money
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:10:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on the Cumbrian shootings

MPs reflect on the tragic events of 2 June 2010
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Death of Lord Walker of Worcester

Conservative life Peer and former minister dies
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:12:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 23 June 2010

David Cameron answered questions on the Budget, the Army and Slavery Day
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

House of Commons Commission to extend budget savings

Commons will cut £12 million from its budget for the current financial year
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:50:00 GMT

Chancellor delivers emergency Budget 2010 statement

George Osborne delivers his first Budget statement to the House of Commons
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:30:00 GMT

Emergency Budget 2010

George Osborne will make his first Budget statement on Tuesday 22 June
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

New Members introduced

Baroness Hayter of Kentish Town and Lord McAvoy join the House of Lords
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:40:00 GMT

Chair of Backbench Business Committee elected

The Speaker announces Natascha Engel MP elected as Chair of new committee
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:36:00 GMT

Academies Bill committee stage and free schools statement

Lords examines proposals for schools
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Strategic Defence and Security Review

Commons debate on the review of the armed forces and security policy
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:30:00 GMT

New Members introduced to House of Lords

Introduction of Lord Liddle and Lord Deben to the House
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Election of Chair of Backbench Business Committee

Ballot takes place between 9am and 11am on Tuesday 22 June
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Treasury Chief Secretary makes public spending statement

Danny Alexander makes Commons statement on review of spending
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:50:00 GMT

Statement to MPs on banking reform

Financial Secretary makes statement on financial regulation
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:11:00 GMT

Government policies and SMEs

Lord Sugar debates impact of plans to change capital gains tax on enterprise
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:10:00 GMT

Public expenditure review and banking reform

Lords responds to Government statements
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

MPs debate the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority

Westminster Hall debate on the independent body that pays MPs expenses
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:30:00 GMT

Statement on financial services regulation

Lord Sassoon questioned on banking regulatory reforms
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 16 June 2010

David Cameron answered questions on unemployment figures, the NHS and education funding
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Prime Minister makes statement on Saville Inquiry

Statement on the publication of the report by the Bloody Sunday inquiry
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:30:00 GMT

Government statement on the Saville Inquiry

Lords responds to findings of ‘Bloody Sunday’ report
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Lord Wei to make maiden speech

Government adviser to speak in debate on social policy
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:00:00 GMT

MPs agree to establish a Backbench Business Committee

New committee to schedule backbench business
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:51:00 GMT

Bishop of Derby introduced in the House of Lords

The Rt Revd Dr Alistair Redfern takes his seat in the Lords
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:50:00 GMT

Identity Documents Bill Committee issues call for evidence

Submit your views on the Identity Documents Bill
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Statements on Afghanistan, Budget Responsibility and Oil Spill

Prime Minister, Chancellor of the Exchequer and Energy Secretary made statements
Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:23:00 GMT

MPs debate UK policy on the Middle East

Commons debated the blockade of Gaza, the peace process and Iran
Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Lords responds to Government statements

Members question Minister on the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico
Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Baroness Grey-Thompson makes her maiden speech

Paralympian takes part in London 2012 Games debate
Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:16:00 GMT

Speaker delivers speech on reform in new Parliament

Full text of the speech delivered to the Hansard Society
Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:46:00 GMT

Result of the ballot for Private Members' Bills

John McDonnell MP has first place in annual ballot for Private Members' Bills
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Results of elections for select committee chairs announced

Chairs of Commons select committees elected
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:30:00 GMT

Balloted debate on changes to pensions laws

Compulsory enrolment to pensions schemes discussed
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:21:00 GMT

Second reading of Identity Documents Bill

MPs debate the Identity Documents Bill
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Lords debate the EU and China

Lords debate EU Committee report on EU and China
Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 9 June 2010

David Cameron answered questions on recent events in Cumbria
Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:42:00 GMT

Lords debate genomic medicine

Lords debated committee genomic medicine report on 9 June
Wed, 09 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Candidates for Commons select committee chairs announced

Voting will take place on Wednesday 9 June between 10am and 5pm
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Lords put Local Government Bill on hold

Vote at second reading questions status of public Bill
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:43:00 GMT

House of Lords debates economic competitiveness

Members discuss tax and other economic issues
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:42:00 GMT

MPs elect Deputy Speakers

Lindsay Hoyle, Nigel Evans and Dawn Primarolo elected Deputy Speakers
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Academies Bill receives second reading

Members of the Lords debate key principles of education Bill
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 10:20:00 GMT

House of Lords reform

Written statement outlines plans for reform of the House of Lords
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:53:00 GMT

Voting has taken place in the Deputy Speakers election

Ballot to elect three Commons Deputy Speakers is underway
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:40:00 GMT

MPs debate Queen’s Speech

Commons debated proposed programme of new laws on education and health
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Debate on the anonymity of rape defendants

Adjournment debate on proposals for anonymity of rape defendants
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Deputy Speaker candidates announced

Deputy Speaker nominations confirmed, with voting set to begin in a secret ballot on 8 June
Mon, 07 Jun 2010 17:30:00 GMT

MPs to elect Deputy Speakers using new system

Secret ballot system used for first time in election of Commons Deputy Speakers
Mon, 07 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Home Secretary statement on Cumbrian shootings

Theresa May made Commons statement on 2 June shootings
Fri, 04 Jun 2010 10:30:00 GMT

Lords debates Queen’s Speech

Lords debates the topics raised by the Government’s legislative programme
Fri, 04 Jun 2010 10:07:00 GMT

New Members of the Lords introduced

Lord Sassoon and Lord Wei introduced in House of Lords
Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:59:00 GMT

Prime Minister's Questions: 2 June 2010

David Cameron answered questions on subjects including the Gaza flotilla and university places
Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Lords approves appointment of first Commissioner for Standards

Paul Kernaghan appointed Lords Commissioner for Standards
Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:51:00 GMT

New appointment meets 'standards public expects’

Lord Speaker statement on Lords Standards Commissioner
Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:48:00 GMT

Speaker addresses Women’s Institute conference

Commons Speaker John Bercow addresses WI annual general meeting in Cardiff via video link
Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:21:00 GMT

New Members of the Lords announced

Government announces appointment of 56 life Peers
Fri, 28 May 2010 19:16:00 GMT

New Bills introduced in the Lords

Nine Public Bills start journey through Parliament in the House of Lords
Thu, 27 May 2010 19:38:00 GMT

Introduction of new Members of the Lords

Lord Hill of Oareford and Bishop of Guildford introduced in the House of Lords
Thu, 27 May 2010 19:04:00 GMT

MPs agree allocation of chairs of select committees

Commons agrees allocation of proportions of chairs of select committees falling to each party
Thu, 27 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Urgent question on government spending cuts

Chief Secretary to the Treasury responded to urgent question on spending cuts
Thu, 27 May 2010 08:55:00 GMT

New Bills announced in Queen’s Speech

Twenty-one new Bills announced in today’s Queen’s Speech
Tue, 25 May 2010 12:47:00 GMT

Lords move to appoint Standards Commissioner

Lords tables motion to agree appointment of Paul Kernaghan as independent Standards Commissioner
Tue, 25 May 2010 12:40:00 GMT

State Opening of Parliament

The Queen opens the new parliamentary session on Tuesday 25 May
Mon, 24 May 2010 13:47:00 GMT

The general election and select committees

All select committees have ceased to exist until the House renominates them following the election
Thu, 20 May 2010 17:16:00 GMT

Speaker writes to party leaders about select committee chairs

Proportion allocated to reflect composition of the House
Thu, 20 May 2010 12:43:00 GMT

MPs to begin taking their seats

Following election of the Commons Speaker MPs have begun swearing in
Wed, 19 May 2010 13:30:00 GMT

John Bercow re-elected Commons Speaker

John Bercow, Member of Parliament for Buckingham, has been re-elected as Speaker of the House of Commons
Tue, 18 May 2010 16:35:00 GMT

New Members of the House of Lords

New ministers and a Government adviser to join the Lords
Tue, 18 May 2010 10:32:00 GMT

Lords Members sign up to new code of conduct

New rules on expenses, interests and outside employment
Tue, 18 May 2010 09:15:00 GMT

Election of the Commons Speaker

Process for electing a Speaker of the House of Commons starts on 18 May
Mon, 17 May 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Members of the House of Lords swear in for the new Parliament

House of Lords meets to swear in Members on 18 and 19 May
Mon, 17 May 2010 09:36:00 GMT

New Members of Parliament arrive at Commons

Newly elected MPs have begun to arrive at the House of Commons
Mon, 10 May 2010 15:43:00 GMT

Election results in a hung Parliament

No party has been able to secure an overall majority in the Commons
Fri, 07 May 2010 09:47:00 GMT

General election results beamed onto Big Ben

The first result being declared will start the projections onto the Clock Tower
Thu, 06 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Have you had your say?

Voters across the UK have had their say in the 6 May general election
Thu, 06 May 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Queen to open new Parliament on 25 May

State Opening starts new parliamentary session and sets Government’s legislative agenda
Thu, 06 May 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Death of Viscount Colville of Culross

Crossbench Peer Viscount Colville of Culross died on 8 April
Wed, 05 May 2010 20:00:00 GMT

Deadline for registering to vote passes

Deadline for registering has passed but applications for new proxy votes is 27 April
Wed, 05 May 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Dissolution of Parliament: 12 April 2010

Formal end of the 2005 to 2010 Parliament takes place with proclamation for dissolution
Wed, 05 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Election photographer wants your photos

Official election artist Simon Roberts wants voters to document the election
Wed, 05 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Somali piracy report published

Effectiveness of EU Operation Atalanta in combating piracy
Wed, 05 May 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Deadline for registering to vote is Tuesday 20 April

You must register by 20 April to be able to vote in 6 May general election
Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Official election artist wants voters to get involved

Official election artist Simon Roberts wants voters to document the election
Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

End of the 2005-2010 Parliament

Wash-up period concludes legislative activity; prorogation marks end of the parliamentary session
Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report published on HM Revenue & Customs’ estate

Report on HM Revenue's private finance deal eight years on
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Financial Services Bill completes committee stage in Lords

Bill on the powers and duties of the Financial Services Authority
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on helping young people access education, jobs and training

Radical change needed for more successful Government interventions
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for urgent changes to overseas doctors vetting system

Vetting system for overseas doctors providing out-of-hours GP care must be improved
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publishes report on helping over-indebted consumers

Report on progress of Government debt advice project
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: Lack of affordable homes could stunt West Midlands growth

MPs pinpoint shortage of affordable houses
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee dissatisfied with Government response to Omagh report

NI Committee identifies "serious deficiencies"
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary session ends Thursday 8 April

Both Houses of Parliament prorogue, or end, until after election
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Four Bills undergo scrutiny stages in the Lords

Bills on crime, children, energy and consitutional reform
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Five Bills passed by Commons

Bills go through wash-up at end of 2010 Parliament
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs publish report on scrutiny of value for money at BBC

BBC audit arrangements unsatisfactory
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords call for Parliament to make decisions on use of referendums

Report says referendums should be used to determine fundamental constitutional issues
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee takes evidence on digital strategy

BBC directors answer questions on digital review
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate transport links in the North West

Westminster Hall debate on transport infrastructure
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords addresses future of pig industry

Debate on long-term decline of pig industry
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

British film and television industries - Lords discuss Committee report

Policy, funding and employment in UK film and tv
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs disappointed at lack of progress at UK Border Agency

Backlog of asylum cases and new one building
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publish report on tackling problem drug use

Limited effect of drug measures for young people
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill gets its second Commons reading

Bill implements Government policy on digital media
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government must act on mobility scooters, say MPs

Report calls for proper evidence on mobility scooter accidents
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill passes its final Commons stages

The measure harmonises and, in some cases, extends existing discrimination law
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Independent Police Complaints Commission fails to inspire trust, say MPs

Report says IPCC handles investigations in an unsatisfactory and non-transparent manner
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 7 April 2010

Gordon Brown answered MPs' questions in the last PMQs before May 2010 election
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee report looks at foundations of education system

Developments and reports since 1988 Education Act
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Swindon to Kemble rail line

MP calls for more trains between Swindon and Kemble
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the future of Kidderminster rail station

Local MP opens Westminster Hall debate
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Measures to tackle crime in Plymouth debated

Local MP introduces debate in Westminster Hall
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

General election called for 6 May

Queen dissolves Parliament
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs demand close monitoring of Kraft’s undertakings

Report on handling of Cadbury takeover
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate gang crime in London

Diane Abbot MP introduces Westminster Hall debate
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs highlight crisis facing local and regional media

Report on changing local media and impact of the internet
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate Israel and Middle East peace

Middle East 'road map for peace' and role of Israel
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report calls for more women in City to challenge group-think

Improve corporate governance in City by boosting diversity
Sat, 03 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report published on Foreign and Commonwealth Office global estate

FCO management of its bricks and mortar
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee calls for clear commitment to support research

How priorities are set for publicly-funded research
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee warns FiReControl project has been inadequately planned

Project reveals "poor judgement and mismanagement"
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children in danger of becoming entombed in their homes says Committee

Report finds smaller number of school trips and visits
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Policing and justice devolution in Northern Ireland welcome, say MPs

Cross-community support for restoration of justice and policing powers
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It’s good to talk, MPs tell UK and Scottish Governments

Scottish Affairs Committee publishes report on communication between UK and Scottish Governments
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate amendments to Personal Care at Home Bill

Phil Hope, Minister of State at Health, opened the debate on Lords' amendments to the Personal Care at Home Bill
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons Budget debate - final day

Commons passes 50 resolutions on taxation including national insurance, income and captial gains tax
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sunbeds Bill receives second reading in the House of Lords

Private Members Bill passed second reading in the House of Lords
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate representation in the Commons

Debate on Speaker's Conference report on women, the disabled and those from ethnic minorities
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Preparations for 2011 Census 'risk letting London down'

MPs warn of a repeat of undercounting problems of 2001 Census
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords consider Intelligence and Security Committee Annual Reports

Intelligence and Security Committee's Annual Reports for 2008-09 and 2009-10 debated
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Results of investigations on Lords’ Interests and Clerk of the Parliaments

Lords Committee of Privileges publishes report on Lord Clarke of Hampstead
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

EU Derivatives regulation efforts cautiously welcomed

Lords EU Committee supports plans for EU regulation of derivatives
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Climate science 'must become more transparent'

Disclosure of climate data from the University of East Anglia report published
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mortgage Repossessions Bill receives second reading in Lords

Protecting tenants whose landlord defaults on mortgage
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Crown Estate 'needs to support public interest more'

Treasury Committee today releases its report on the management of the Crown Estate
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

NHS commissioning '20 years of costly failure'

Health Committee delivers a damning verdict on two decades of NHS commissioning
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Budget debate in Commons - third day

Communities and Local Government Secretary opened the third day of Budget debate
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Chancellor questioned on 2010 Budget

Chancellor Alistair Darling will be questioned by the Treasury Committee
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate on the planning system

Working and accountability of the planning process
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Short debates in the House of Lords: 29 March

Four short debates were held on a wide range of topics
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Introduction of new Members of the House of Lords

Baroness Grey-Thompson and Lord Bichard were introduced as Members of the House of Lords
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Death of the Earl of Northesk

Hereditary Peer and Conservative Member of the House of Lords, died on 28 March
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government to miss fuel poverty targets, say MPs

Target to end fuel poverty amongst the vulnerable in England in 2010 'will be missed'
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords disagree that UK should stop getting European Social Fund

House of Lords EU Committee criticises the Government's position
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Crime and Security Bill: second Lords reading

Discussions included DNA retention, alcohol licensing and anti-social behaviour
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs warn Prevent Programme is backfiring in local communities

Prevent programme has alienated those it should be engaging, MPs say
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Committee publishes climate change report

Report on adapting agriculture and forestry to climate change published
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee examines 2010 Budget

Treasury Committee takes evidence for its inquiry on the 2010 Budget
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Public will not stand for another bailout, Treasury Committee says

Committee releases report on firms which are "too important to fail"
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs to debate representation in Commons

Vice-Chair of the Speaker's Conference, opens debate
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee warns of negative reaction to digital switchover

House of Lords Communications Committee warns of 'major public reaction' against radio digital switchover
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Allow Sure Start Children’s Centres 'time to bear fruit'

Rushing to judge the centres would be catastrophic, MPs say
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New rules for MPs’ expenses published

Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority devises new scheme
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines academy funding and social work reforms

Children, Schools and Families Committee takes evidence
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cut carbon and create jobs, say MPs

Energy and Climate Change Committee says low carbon technologies will create jobs
Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on global security and the transatlantic relationship

Relationship between the UK and the US since 2001 examined
Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Nepal tests UK strategy for post-conflict states

Nepal is early test of the policy shift which focuses on aid
Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

2010 Budget debate continues in Commons

George Osborne, Shadow Chancellor, opened the second day of the Commons debate on 2010 Budget
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on police community support officers

David Hanson, Minister of State for Crime and Policing, opened debate
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: Give PPP Arbiter more powers on London Underground

More taxpayer and passenger accountability needed, says Transport Committee
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate assistance for older people

Members of the House of Lords discussed means of assisting older people and meeting future challenges
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Understanding devolution must improve, say MPs

UK and Welsh Governments must share knowledge, concludes the Welsh Affairs Committee
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords and the economy

Debate held the day after the Budget announcement
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UK aid delivers in Zimbabwe but violence threatens progress, say MPs

Report says governance, human rights and basic services still fall below people's needs
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker sets out 10 areas of possible reform

Commons Speaker, John Bercow, sets out possible plans for next Parliament
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate relationship between government and legislature

Chris Mullin, Labour MP for Sunderland South, opened debate in the Commons
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Death of Baroness Park of Monmouth

Conservative Life Peer Baroness Park of Monmouth died aged 88
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands Committee calls for fair share on funding

Report says East Midlands region may not be receiving adequate share of Government money
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Defence cuts must not limit the intelligence war, say MPs

Capabilities should not be sidelined during defence review
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: HMRC performs below best practice on customer inquiries

Telephone inquiry services below par
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bioengineering is being lost in translation, say MPs

Failure to exploit UK bioengineering research
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

More urgency required in radioactive waste management, Lords say

Government's waste programme should be better scrutinised
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 24 March 2010

Gordon Brown answered MPs' questions on Sure Start children's centres and BA cabin staff strike
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional Reform Bill: Lords second reading

Lords debate trust and trransparency
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons starts debate on 2010 budget

Cameron and Clegg start budget debate
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Error causes vital Burmese aid effort to stall says Committee

Failures in EU and UK aid
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence on value for money in the NHS

Committee questions witnesses on their experiences
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions justification for counter-terrorism measures

Human Rights Committee calls for review
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate the Presbyterian Mutual Society

MPs on NI mutual society problems
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on European External Action Service

House of Lords EU committee meeting
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate effects of Zimbabwe’s land policies

Westminster Hall debate on Zimbabwe
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker’s Advisory Council on Public Engagement meets

Voluntary body is now fully established having held first meeting
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate development of Luton railway station

Luton North MP on his local station
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence on management of short-term prison sentences

NOMS chief executive questioned by MPs
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: use of British passports in Dubai murder

Progress on the investigation
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cluster munitions bill completes its Commons stages

Banning the use of cluster bombs
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

State-run nurseries must not be lost, say MPs

Protect early years education, says Committee
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Third parties insurers bill completes Commons stages

Easier to sue insolvent defendants
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report published on sale of Government’s interest in British Energy

Questions over future nuclear power stations
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tougher international standards needed in airport security, say MPs

Comittee welcomes full-scale body scanner
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords urge caution to EU legislators on succession of estates

Report on proposed EU inheritance rules
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Budget 2010 statement

Darling's third budget
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Science Minister appears before Committee

Drayson gives evidence on science in government
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate: Effect on Buckinghamshire of high speed rail link

Aylesbury MP, David Lidington, led a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the effect on Buckinghamshire of the Government's preferred route for the High Speed Two rail link.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for debate on draft energy national policy statements

In a report published today on the proposals for national policy statements on energy, the Energy and Climate Change Committee calls for a debate on an amendable motion, offering the possibility of a vote, preferably before the end of the current Parliament, or at the earliest opportunity in the next Parliament.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates final stages of Child Poverty Bill

Stephen Timms, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, opened a debate wich considered and passed a number of Lords' amendments to the Child Poverty Bill. The measure has now passed all its parliamentary stages.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Millions wasted on new motorcycle super test centres, says report

The Government’s decision to introduce large Multi Purpose Test Centres (MPTCs) and close down many small, convenient motorcycle test sites was unjustified, the Transport Committee concludes in a new report published today.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Information Commissioner gives evidence to MPs

In the first of three evidence sessions, the Home Affairs Committee examines the work of the Information Commissioner’s Office following-up on the Committee's report, 'A Surveillance Society'. Watch live from 10.45am.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lobbying and paid advocacy: Commons statement

Leader of the House, Harriet Harman, made a statement to the Commons on allegations that a number of MPs had claimed to have influenced ministerial policy decisions.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UK defence budget fundamentally unaffordable, says report

Committee of Public Accounts Major Projects Report 2009 examines whether the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) governance and budgeting arrangements were fit for purpose and whether it understood the serious implications of re-prioritising projects after committing to them.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on wi-fi internet access in Swindon

Swindon Borough Council policy on wi-fi
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Committee urges strategic relationship with China

EU should raise its game
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Science cuts threaten economic recovery, MPs warn

Spending should be increased, say MPs
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Early intervention key to crime prevention, MPs say

In a report released today, the Home Affairs Committee says early intervention is key to reducing criminality and the ability to identify those most at risk is an important tool in crime prevention.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: Strengthen Decent Homes standard and apply it to all

The £40bn Decent Homes Programme has had a dramatic positive effect on the living conditions of most social housing tenants, says the Communities and Local Government Select Committee, but the Government has failed to invest enough resources in the parallel programme to improve homes occupied by vulnerable people in the private sector.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee holds mortgage arrears evidence session

The Treasury Committee holds a follow-up evidence session on mortgage arrears. Watch live from 9.45am.
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ofsted questioned on inspection of children’s services

The Children, Schools and Families Committee takes oral evidence from Ofsted and the Chief Inspector of Education, Children's Services and Skills. Watch live from 4.15 pm.
Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: Government complacent on motorsport and aerospace

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee today publishes its report on the future of what it calls the two crown jewels of UK manufacturing - motorsport and aerospace.
Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Early deaths from air pollution shame UK, says report

Air pollution on UK streets is contributing to tens of thousands of early deaths each year and the Government is not doing enough to tackle the problem, according to a report published today by the cross-party Environmental Audit Committee.
Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence on major trauma care in England

The Committee of Public Accounts takes evidence on the care patients who have suffered major trauma receive in England. Watch live from 4.30pm.
Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Home and Defence Secretaries give evidence on security strategy

The newly-created Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy holds its first ministerial evidence session. Watch live from 3.30pm.
Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: UK’s global standing threatened by Foreign Office finances

On top of successive tough spending rounds, the Treasury’s decision to expose the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to the effects of currency fluctuations and the subsequent fall of Sterling have forced the FCO to make cuts which represent a "serious reputational risk to the Department and the UK, and thus a threat to the FCO’s effectiveness," warns the cross-party Foreign Affairs Committee.
Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Photographer Simon Roberts selected as 2010 Election Artist

The House of Commons has selected British photographer Simon Roberts as the nation’s official Election Artist, commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art to document the campaign activity in the run up to the 2010 general election.
Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate how the NHS deals with patient safety

Kevin Barron, chairman of the Commons Health Select Committee, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on a recent report from his committee on patient safety. Ann Keen, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health, responded to the debate.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Intelligence and Security Committee report

Dr Kim Howells, chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC), opened a debate in the Commons on his committee's latest annual report. The Foreign Secretary, David Miliband, opened for the Government and Chris Bryant, Minister for Europe at the Foreign Office, closed the debate.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Standards and Privileges Committee releases latest report

The House of Commons Committee on Standards and Privileges has released its report on John Barrett, Sir Alan Beith, Sir Menzies Campbell, Sandra Gidley, Paul Holmes and Richard Younger-Ross.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Easter recess dates announced

Leader of the House of Commons Harriet Harman MP has announced Parliament's recess dates for Easter.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on religion, public services and secularism

Two reports calling for a secular approach to public service and legislative reform were discussed in the House of Lords on 18 March.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on the role of culture

Following Liverpool’s year as the European Capital of Culture, Members of the House of Lords debated the role of culture as a front-line service in the UK on 18 March.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report labels the National Forest a success story

Fifteen years on from its inception, The National Forest is successfully delivering tangible environmental, economic and social benefits across a 200 square mile swathe of the Midlands, says the Environment Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee.
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Personal Care at Home Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the report stage - further line by line examination - of the Personal Care at Home Bill on 17 March.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cluster Munitions Bill passes second reading in Commons

Chris Bryant, Minister for Europe at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, moved the second reading of the Cluster Munitions (Prohibitions) Bill which has already passed all its stages in the Lords.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate visa rights for migrant domestic workers

Martin Salter, Labour MP for Reading West, opened a debate in Westminster Hall to highlight the abuse of migrant domestic workers and the workings of the migrant domestic worker visa system. Phil Woolas, Minister for Borders and Immigration, responded to the debate.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Child Poverty Bill: Lords third reading

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the third reading of the Child Poverty Bill on 17 March.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee holds propriety and peerages evidence session

The Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) holds a one-off evidence session on propriety and peerages. Watch live from 10.15am.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee urges more rigorous fraud detection

The Work and Pensions Select Committee today publishes its report on the management and administration of contracted employment programmes.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 17 March 2010

Gordon Brown answered MPs' questions on subjects including defence expenditure and human trafficking
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for early action on geoengineering regulation

Arrangements for the regulation of geoengineering must not be left until highly disruptive climate change is underway, warns the Science and Technology Committee in a report published today.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee warns of irregularities in defences against cyber-attacks

The House of Lords European Union Committee publishes its report today which looks at the part which the EU can play in helping the UK and other Member States to prevent and detect cyber-attacks.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on Decent Homes Programme published

Committee of Public Accounts publishes report examining the extent to which the Department for Communities and Local Government and the Homes and Communities Agency are effective in overseeing the Decent Homes Programme.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Firm plans for post-conflict reconstruction needed, say MPs

When troops are committed to operations in future there must be robust plans to coordinate military and reconstruction efforts from the earliest stages, says the Defence Committee in its report published today.
Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before Lords EU Committee

The House of Lords European Union Sub-Committee on Home Affairs takes evidence at 10.40am from Meg Hillier MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Home Office, on the home affairs aspects of the Stockholm Programme.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate government’s dementia strategy

Paul Burstow, Liberal Democrat MP for Sutton and Cheam, moved a debate in Westminster Hall on the government's national dementia strategy. Phil Hope, Minister of State at the Department of Health, responded to the debate.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate handling of Equitable Life

Mark Hoban, Shadow Treasury Minister, introduced an opposition day debate on the handling of the Equitable Life collapse and its aftermath. Sarah McCarthy-Fry, HM Treasury Exchequer Secretary, responded to the debate.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Olympics Minister answers questions on Games legacy

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee is holds its second oral evidence session on the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games 2012: Legacy. Watch live from 10.30am.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate reports calling for secular approach to public service

Two reports calling for a secular approach to public service and legislative reform will be debated in the House of Lords on Thursday 18 March.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee reports on Private Finance Project liabilities

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee today recommended a reform of the way financial liabilities arising from PFPs are treated in public accounts.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Transport Minister makes statement on BA strike

Sadiq Khan, Minister of State at the Department for Transport, answered an urgent question about the planned British Airways cabin crew strikes, which have been announced for 20 to 22 March and 27 to 30 March 2010.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report examines tackling benefit overpayment debt

The Committee of Public Accounts releases its report examining how the Department for Work and Pensions is tackling overpayments and stemming the rising trend in benefit debt.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Director General gives evidence on renewal of BBC estate

Mark Thompson, the Director General of the BBC, is among the witnesses appearing before the Committee of Public Accounts as it holds an evidence session on the renewal of the BBC estate. Watch live from 3.30pm.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs consider flooding and Cumbria’s transport infrastructure

The Transport Committee holds an evidence session on the impact of flooding on bridges and other transport infrastructure in Cumbria. Watch live from 2.45pm.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate: role of culture in the UK

The House of Lords will debate the role of culture as a front-line service, following Liverpool’s year as the European Capital of Culture, on 18 March.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on review of second home payments

Decision on appeals and update on repayments
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

FSA Chairman gives evidence to Lords Committee

Lord Turner gives evidence on financial regulation
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Select committees go from strength to strength says report

Committees offer good value for money, say MPs
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Too many ministers, says Public Administration Committee

Reduce ministers by one-third, say MPs
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs concerned at Yorkshire Forward budget cuts

Budget cut by nearly a quarter or 2010-11
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate defence in the world

MPs discuss Afghanistan, IEDs, armoured vheicles and cyber threats
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Putting our House in Order: Lord Speaker’s statement

Changes urgently and badly needed, says Lord Speaker
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Financial Services Bill: Lords committee stage - day two

Relationships between various financial institutions
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at dementia services in England

The scale and urgency of dementia
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on Omagh bombing outlines remaining questions

Report says too many questions left unanswered and those responsible have not been brought to justice
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on work of Metropolitan Police

Appointment of senior officers, time spent on patrol, and stop and search
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on proposed end of cheques

The pros and cons of the abolition of cheques
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines Kraft’s takeover of Cadbury

Inquiry into takeovers, mergers and acquisitions
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords third reading

Final tidying up of the legislation
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hold evidence session on housing and planning

Government's house building targets, skills gap and labour shortages
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Private Members’ Bills

Debates on marriage in Wales, sunbeds and co-ops
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Concerns raised over Equality and Human Rights Commission

Questions over human rights work and leadership
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee releases report on implementing Commons reform

Moves towards new backbench business committee
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Channel 4’s annual report

Report on public service broadcasting activities and Digital Economy Bill
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Death of Labour MP Ashok Kumar

Labour MP for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland has died
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines help for over-indebted consumers

Free BIS advice for people struggling with debt
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Response to Speaker’s Conference backs monitoring of candidates

Political parties should monitor diversity of candidates
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement from the Clerk of the Parliaments

Baroness Uddin's expense claims
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parties must find social care consensus soon after election, say MPs

Current system is chronically underfunded and severely rationed
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister announces high speed rail strategy

Announcement of link between London and midlands, north and Scotland
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate support for people in their communities

Westminster Hall debate on the third sector
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales and England cross-border progress improved, say MPs

Better cross-border cooperation but problems remain
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

RBS lending to small businesses: Westminster Hall debate

MPs debate RBS and its attitude to lending
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate law on assisted suicide

New prosecuting guidelines on assisted suicide
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee hears evidence on the state of the Government

MPs hear about long-standing problems about workings of British government
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New checks on appointing outside ministers needed, says report

Committee argues for more scrutiny of outside ministerial appointments
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

DFID staff cuts threaten work in fragile states, report says

White Paper commitment under threat, says Committee
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 10 March 2010

Questions on postal votes for troops, the Chilcot Inquiry and rail fares among those put to Gordon Brown
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee proposes new rules on principal residence

New rules for claiming for overnight accommodation
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Vehicle Operator Services Agency needs further modernisation, MPs say

Tackling dangerous vehicles and drivers - PAC report
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Closer UK and Scottish relations must be backed by political will, MPs say

Bringing Scottish and UK Parliaments closer
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine out-of-hours healthcare

Overseas doctors and out-of-hours services
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Health Committee report on alcohol

Westminster Hall debate on effects of alcohol
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on Parliament and the public

Demystifying the work of both Houses
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Constitution Committee to question Lord Jay

Work of the Lords' Appointments Commission
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee holds fuel poverty evidence session

Progress against government targets and winter fuel payments
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Benn announces consultation on dangerous dogs

Review of current laws, helping enforcement and stopping ill-treatment
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bid to revive coal mining areas lacks value for money, MPs say

Lack of clarity over improvements made to people's lives
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Are the Lords listening? Watch the debate and find out

Proposals to improve public engagement with Parliament
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on costs of motoring

Debate on increasing costs of owning and running a car
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Child Poverty Bill: Lords report stage

Discussion on Child Poverty Commission and strategies for tackling child poverty
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ed Balls gives evidence on Government’s education policy

Government's past and future education policy
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Baroness Manningham-Buller’s lecture on intelligence

Reflections on intelligence lecture from former MI5 director
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ed Miliband quizzed on Copenhagen climate change talks

Session on International climate change negotiations
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords publishes Guide to the Code of Conduct

Lords to sign undertaking to abide by the Code at start of each Parliament
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Justice Secretary answers urgent question on Jon Venables

Jon Venables' breach of licence conditions
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on venture capital support to small businesses published

Is DIS's venture vapital fund properly managed?
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on road gritting in Lancashire

Problems with road gritting
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords report stage - day three

Lords debate digital switchover, video games and local radio
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs revisit inquiries on domestic violence and on Gurkhas

Home Affairs Committee continuing inquiries
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee urge better use of impact assessments by European Parliament

Evaluating use of EU's impact assessments on proposed new laws
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs complete final stages of Crime and Security Bill

MPs debate future status of DNA database and alcohol disorder zones
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines UK Financial Investments

Examining scope for transition to low-carbon economy
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children, Schools and Families Bill: Lords second reading

Lords debate education system, special educational needs and faith schools
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report: MPs worried about performance at Revenue and Customs

Customers and HMRC work force dissatisfaction
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Former Education Secretaries give evidence to Committee

How education has developed since 1988
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Banks still use unfair and aggressive tactics, warn MPs

Scottish banks' treatment of customers in debt
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Reopen Teesside Cast Products as soon as possible, MPs tell Corus

Report published on inquiry into job losses
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine West Midlands housing and economic development

Evidence session on regional strategy
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Passage of a Bill: your feedback

Post your view about our new guide to how a Bill passes
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hear evidence on progress of 2012 London Olympics

Evidence from civil servants and UK Olympic officials
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Private Members’ Bills

Bills on ombudsman for grocery market and allowing pets in care homes
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Forensic science cannot compromise on cost, warn MPs

NI needs new forensic laboratory
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on education

Social mobility, education policy, teaching skills, and HE funding
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs vote for Commons reform

Wright Committee proposals agreed
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate global security and nuclear non-proliferation

Committee report on global security and Government response
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 5 March 2010

Parliamentary business and activities
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on International Women’s Day

Debate on education, family-friendly policies and women in business
Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee question Baroness Kinnock on Somali piracy

Role that the UK is playing as part of a wider international effort
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Free training for Citizens Advice Bureau staff

Parliament offers training about Westminster to CAB staff
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords report stage - day two

General duties of Ofcom, and provision of infringement lists to copyright owners
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 3 March 2010

Standing in for the Prime Minister, Leader of the House Harriet Harman, answered MPs' questions
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Second reading of Bribery Bill in Commons

Bill for a modern and comprehensive scheme of bribery offences
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee questions European banker

Evidence from Euro banker to 'Too Important to Fail?' inquiry
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on Department for Transport’s performance released

Criticised for "over-optimistic reporting"
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Merits Committee criticise Department for insufficient evidence

Proposal for two new unitary councils criticised
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate home energy efficiency and fuel poverty

Level of fuel poverty in UK
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

International Development Committee publish report on Bangladesh

Poverty levels fall but more to be done
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on Equality and Human Rights Commission published

PAC finds continuing weaknesses in the Commission’s controls
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MoD wastes millions on unproductive procurement, say MPs

PAC says MoD’s 10 year equipment programme is unaffordable
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate reducing NHS expenditure

How to reduce health costs
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional reform bill completes Commons stages

Bill moves to House of Lords
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: Lords report stage

Debate includes civil partnerships and the gender pay gap
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Correct tactical approach but no less cocaine on streets warn MPs

No evidence enforcement has affected demand for cocaine on the street
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Secretary appears before Committee

Recent political developments in NI
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before mobility scooter inquiry

Minister, charities and police give evidence
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on treating injury on military operations

Medical treatment of service personnel
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords report stage

Debate on general duties of Ofcom and internet domain names
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons renews control orders under 2005 Terrorism Act

Control orders can be used for another year
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

FSA Chairman gives evidence to financial institutions inquiry

Government rescue of financial institutions
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Opposition day debate on defence held in Commons

Laim Fox and Bob Ainsworth speak in defence debate
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Personal Care at Home Bill: day two of Lords committee stage

Line by line examination of bill
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Home Affairs Committee examines the UK Border Agency

evidence from Border Agency and British Transport Police
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Justice Minister appears before Committee

evidence on crown dependencies and European justice issues
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publishes report on failure of Metronet

Report criticises Department's handling of Metronet contracts
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on young not in work or education

Iain Wright MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for 14–19 Reform and Apprenticeships, is among the witnesses giving evidence to the Children, Schools and Families Committee as part of its inquiry into 'Young People not in Education, Employment or Training'. Watch live from 5pm.
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on Foreign Office’s global estate

Adapting FCO's bricks and mortar to modern world
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine data disclosure from University of East Anglia

Evidence about leaked emails on climate change
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Private Members’ Bills

Various private members bills debated by MPs
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Rail fares and franchises: Westminster Hall debate

Louise Ellman MP, Chair of the Commons Transport Committee, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on the Committee's 2008-09 report on rail fares and franchises, and the Government's response. Chris Mole, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Transport, replied to the debate.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to East of England for the week ending 26 February 2010.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East region for the week ending 26 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 26 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West prosperity depends on transport improvements say MPs

The South West’s future prosperity hinges on improving its transport infrastructure, MPs have warned in a report from the South West Regional Select Committee.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 26 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on legislation and public policy

Twenty Members of the House of Lords discussed enhancing the means available to the House to scrutinise legislation and public policy on 25 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland for the week ending 26 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on funding cuts to higher education

On 25 February, 23 Members of the House of Lords, including chancellors, vice-chancellors and heads of colleges, contributed to a debate on funding cuts for the further and higher education sectors announced by the Government earlier this month.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons Speaker launches School Council Awards

Students from Little Heath School in Reading and Brecknock Primary School in Camden joined the Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow to launch a groundbreaking new initiative.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands for the week ending 26 February.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 26 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 26 February
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate on Welsh affairs

Welsh Secretary, Peter Hain, opened a Commons debate on Welsh affairs.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Energy Bill passes its final Commons stages

The Commons passed the report stage and third reading of the Energy Bill, which now moves into the Lords.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Flood and Water Management Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the second reading - the main debate on key principles - of the Flood and Water Management Bill on 24 February.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Health Committee questions Public Health Minister

The Health Committee holds a one‐off evidence session as part of its inquiry into the responsibilities of the Minister of State for Public Health. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Minister questioned about Smarter Government

The Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) hears from Liam Byrne MP, the Chief Secretary to the Treasury, about the Government’s plans for "Smarter Government" as part of its inquiry into public administration and the fiscal squeeze. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Statement: Child Migration

The Prime Minister made a statement in the House of Commons apologising profoundly for the UK's role in sending more than 130,000 children to former British colonies.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee hear evidence from insurance industry on Somali piracy

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Development Policy hear evidence from the insurance and shipping industries at 10.35am as part of its inquiry into piracy off the coast of Somalia.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust

Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, made a statement in the Commons on the report of the independent inquiry into Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on dealing with tax obligations of older people published

Committee of Public Accounts publishes report on HM Revenue & Customs examining the claiming of the additional tax allowances available to older people, administering tax for older people and providing cost-effective support for older people.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Financial Services Bill: Lords second reading

Twenty Members of the House of Lords contributed to the main debate on the key principles of the Financial Services Bill on 23 February.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Foreign Secretary to give evidence on Afghanistan and Pakistan

The Foreign Affairs Committee takes evidence from Foreign Secretary David Miliband in a one-off evidence session exploring government policy, and in particular the responsibilities of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, in relation to Afghanistan and Pakistan. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Human Rights report referred to Standard and Privileges Committee

The Commons debated and passed a motion referring a Joint Human Rights Committee (JCHR) report - still in preparation - to the Commons Committee on Standards and Privileges.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for overhaul of libel laws, press standards and PCC powers

The Culture Media and Sport Committee today releases its report, 'Press Standards, Privacy and Libel', which makes a number of recommendations with regard to the reform of libel laws, press standards and regulation.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children and schools bill passes final stages in Commons

The Commons passed the report stage and third reading of the Children, Schools and Families Bill, which now moves into the Lords.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 24 February 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including the Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust, Government expenditure on advertising, use of fake UK passports, Corus and the role of the UK in Afghanistan.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs discuss difficulties faced by British pubs

Nigel Evans, Conservative MP for Ribble Valley - and vice-chairman of the all-party group on beer, and member of the Campaign for Real Ale - moved a debate in Westminster Hall on the serious difficulties facing British pubs. Gerry Sutcliffe, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Culture, Media and Sport, responded to the debate
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at constitutional process after a general election

The Justice Committee holds a one-off evidence session looking at constitutional processes following a general election. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ministers appear before Science and Technology Committee

Lord Drayson, Minister for Science and Innovation, is among the witnesses appearing before the Science and Technology Committee as it holds evidence sessions on the impact of spending cuts on science and on independent scientific advice provided to the Government. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Chancellor appears before Constitution Committee

Jack Straw MP, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, attends an annual meeting with the House of Lords Constitution Committee at 10.30am.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission report released

MPs express concern that the Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission will not be able to cope with the transition to the new scheme for calculation of child maintenance cases.
Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: early prison release scheme to end

The Secretary of State for Justice, Jack Straw, made a statement in the Commons announcing that the release of prisoners under the early release scheme will be brought to an end on 12 March.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate reform of the Commons

MPs debated Commons reform based on the recent report, 'Rebuilding the House', produced by the Reform of the House of Commons Select Committee, chaired by Dr Tony Wright MP.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Personal Care at Home Bill: Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the first day of committee stage - line by line examination - of the Personal Care at Home Bill on 22 February.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on services for people with rheumatoid arthritis published

Committee of Public Accounts publishes report examining issues including the identifying and diagnosing of cases of rheumatoid arthritis sooner, providing better support for people living with the disease and how the NHS can work more effectively to improve services for people with rheumatoid arthritis.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mervyn King to give evidence on latest inflation report

Mervyn King, Governor of the Bank of England, is among the witnesses giving evidence to the Treasury Committee on the Bank of England’s February 2010 Inflation Report. Watch live from 9.15am.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Urgent Question: use of fake British passports

Chris Bryant, Foreign Office Minister for Europe, answered an urgent question from Shadow Foreign Secretary, William Hague, on the use of fake British passports by people implicated in the murder of Mahmoud al-Mabhouh in Dubai. The Government also made a written ministerial statement on the subject.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government policy on broadband needs rethink, Committee says

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee today publishes its report on Broadband which concentrates on the delivery of the Broadband Universal Service Commitment, Next Generation Access and digital inclusion initiatives.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs investigate work of the Independent Police Complaints Commission

The Home Affairs Committee holds a one-off session investigating the work of the Independent Police Complaints Commission, particularly in the period 2008-09. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister quizzed on air pollution deaths

The Minister for Food, Farming and Environment appears before the Environmental Audit Committee's third and final evidence session of its inquiry into air quality. Watch live from 10.20am.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate funding cuts to higher education

Higher and further education cuts announced by the Government earlier this month will be debated in the House of Lords on Thursday 25 February.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government and Ofgem must do more on smart grid delivery, say MPs

In a report on the future of Britain’s electricity networks, the Energy and Climate Change Committee calls on government to provide strategic leadership to ensure the timely delivery of a smart grid.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England MPs debate future of the region

East of England MPs will have a chance to debate 'priorities for a future regional strategy' and question the Minister for the Region, at a meeting of the East of England Regional Grand Committee. Watch live from 9am.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence from Goldman Sachs and HSBC

The Treasury Committee takes evidence from Goldman Sachs and HSBC as part of its 'Too Important to Fail' inquiry. Watch live from 4pm.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before South West Committee

Jim Knight MP, Minister for the South West Region, appears before the South West Select Committee's second evidence hearing for their 'Prospects for the South West Economy' inquiry. Watch live at 3.15pm.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs urge Government to withdraw NHS funding of homeopathy

In a report published today, the Science and Technology Committee concludes that the NHS should cease funding homeopathy.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hear evidence on London population and 2011 census

MPs on the London Select Committee hold another public hearing in the Committee’s inquiry into 'London’s Population and the 2011 Census'. Watch live from 2.15pm.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury breached own guidelines on Bank guarantee, MPs say

The Treasury breached its own guidelines to the public sector when it failed to inform the Treasury Committee and the Public Accounts Committee of the guarantee given to the Bank of England over Emergency Liquidity Assistance (ELA), a Treasury Committee report concludes.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Economic Secretary appears before Lords EU Committee

The House of Lords European Union Sub-Committee on the Internal Market takes evidence at 4.05pm from Ian Pearson MP, Economic Secretary at the Treasury, on the EU 2020 Strategy.
Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for regulatory gap closure following mutual society losses

The Treasury Committee today releases its report, 'The Failure of the Presbyterian Mutual Society', which highlights that in the case of the Presbyterian Mutual Society (PMS) there was a regulatory gap which was neither publicised nor filled and calls for this to be addressed in restructuring the financial system.
Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Exeter and Norwich: Lords call for evidence on authorities proposals

The House of Lords Merits Committee is calling for written evidence on the practical issues of the proposed implementation of unitary authorities in Exeter and Norwich, which would give the cities responsibility for all functions of local government from road building to schools.
Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publishes transport legislative competence order report

The Welsh Affairs Committee says powers relating to concessionary fares and learner transport safety should be transferred from Westminster to the National Assembly for Wales.
Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs set out priorities for railway investment

Wider electrification of the network and effort to address capacity problems across the North should form the Government’s investment priorities for the railways over the coming decade, says the House of Commons Transport Committee.
Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on animal welfare in science

Members of the House of Lords with experience of and expertise in animal welfare and science, contributed to a debate on the Lords EU Committee report on the proposed revision of the EU Directive on the protection of animals used for scientific procedures.
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: armed forces compensation scheme

Defence Secretary, Bob Ainsworth, announced in a Commons ministerial statement, the publication of the review of the armed forces compensation scheme.
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fiscal Responsibility Bill: all Lords stages

Members of the House of Lords with experience of and expertise in financial and economic issues, discussed the second reading - and all remaining stages - of the Fiscal Responsibility Bill on 10 February.
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Binyam Mohamed and Appeal Court judgment

David Miliband, Foreign Secretary, made a ministerial statement in the Commons on the case of Binyam Mohamed following the judgment handed down in the Court of Appeal.
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before digital switchover inquiry

Siôn Simon MP, Minister for Creative Industries, is among the witnesses appearing before the House of Lords Communications Committee as its inquiry into the progress of, and prospects for, digital switchover of television and radio in the UK continues at 10.30am.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East region from 1 February to 10 February
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South West region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Strategic Defence Review must address low readiness levels say MPs

The Strategic Defence Review should take account of the current low readiness levels of the Armed Forces and the need for their effective recuperation, says the Defence Select Committee in its report published today.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: Lords committee stage - day six

Members of the House of Lords discussed the sixth and final day of committee stage - line by line examination - of the Equality Bill on 9 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North East region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Terrorist-Asset Freezing Bill: all Lords stages

The House of Lords considered all stages of the Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill - which is being fast-tracked through both Houses of Parliament - on 9 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee inquiry into impact of science spending cuts continues

The Science and Technology Committee takes evidence for its inquiry examining the impact of spending cuts on science, engineering and technology and scientific research. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

STEM subjects inquiry focuses on maths and engineering

The Children, Schools and Families Committee, which is examining the teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects, holds an evidence session at 9.30am that focuses on the teaching of maths and engineering.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business and activities relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate seagulls and their effect on Gloucester businesses

Parmjit Dhanda, Labour MP for Gloucester, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on the effect seagulls are having on businesses in Gloucester city centre. Dan Norris, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, responded to the debate.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 10 February 2010


Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 10 February 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands region from 1 February to 10 February.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee report on Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive

The House of Lords European Union Committee have today published a report on the European Commission’s Directive on Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFM) in which they call on the Commission to ensure that their proposals complement global arrangements.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional Reform Bill: Commons Committee sixth day

The House of Commons held the sixth and final day of the Committee stage of the Constitutional Reform and Governance Bill. Report and third reading will be held in due course.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 10 February 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including social care, specialist nurses, policing, Sri Lanka, the national stroke strategy and access to vital personal health information for blind and partially sighted people.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Energy Minister before National Policy Statements inquiry

The Energy and Climate Change Committee holds the tenth and final evidence session of its inquiry into the proposals for National Policy Statements (NPSs) on Energy. Watch live from 9.15am.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Out-of-hours GP services: Commons statement

Mike O'Brien, Health Minister, made a statement to the Commons about GP out-of-hours cover and the recently published report which considered the commissioning and performance management of out-of-hours services, the selection, induction, training and use of out-of-hours clinicians.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee on Reform of House of Commons holds evidence session

The Select Committee on Reform of the House of Commons is to hear evidence from the Leader of the House Rt Hon Harriet Harman MP, the Shadow Leader of the House Rt Hon George Young MP and the Liberal Democrat Shadow Leader of the House David Heath MP on progress made on its report, 'Rebuilding the House'. Watch live from 11am.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate on animals used for scientific purposes

Members of the House of Lords will discuss the Lords EU Committee report on the protection of animals used for scientific procedures from 3pm (approximate) today.
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Response to a complaint regarding expenses claims of Members of the Lords published

The Clerk of the Parliaments, in his role as Accounting Officer for the House of Lords, has undertaken a series of investigations into the expenses claims of Members of the Lords following a written complaint.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on maintaining stability across the banking system released

The Committee of Public Accounts publishes report which, on the basis of evidence from the Treasury, examines the action it was taking to ensure that the taxpayer and wider economy are protected; its capacity to manage the programme of measures; and accountability to Parliament.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question Defence Secretary on Afghanistan

The Defence Committee take evidences from Bob Ainsworth MP, Secretary of State for Defence, on a number of key issues relating to the UK presence in Afghanistan. Watch live from 10.45am.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bill freezing terrorist assets passes all Commons stages

The Terrorist Asset-Freezing (Temporary Provisions) Bill passed all its Commons stages on 8 February. The second and third readings were moved by two Treasury Ministers: Liam Byrne, Chief Secretary, and Sara McCarthy-Fry, Exchequer Secretary.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: day seven of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords completed the seventh day of line by line examination of the Digital Economy Bill on 8 February.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before committee inquiry into radioactive waste

Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, Minister of State, at the Department of Energy and Climate Change is among the witnesses appearing before the House of Lords Select Committee on Science and Technology inquiry into radioactive waste management. Watch live from 9.50am.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Secretary appears before Wales and Whitehall inquiry

Peter Hain MP, Secretary of State for Wales, is among the witnesses appearing before the Welsh Affairs Committee 'Wales and Whitehall' inquiry. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister reports on Northern Ireland agreement

In a statement to the House of Commons the Prime Minister reported on the agreement reached at Hillsborough Castle the previous week between the Democratic Unionist party and Sinn Fein which will lead to the completion of devolution of power in Northern Ireland.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Affairs Committee publishes School Governance report

The Welsh Assembly Government has made a convincing case that transferring school governance powers to the National Assembly for Wales is important in improving education in Wales, says the Welsh Affairs Committee in a report published today.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for radical changes to teacher training

Major reforms must be introduced to help newly qualified teachers make the transition from their initial training to their first teaching post, concludes the Children, Schools and Families Committee in a report published today.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs call for a Welfare Commission to create a fairer benefits system

MPs call for the establishment of a 'Welfare Commission' to create a fairer and simpler benefits system that claimants can understand and the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) can administer more accurately.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary Outreach launches Westminster drop-in sessions


Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence from Barclays Chief Executive

The Treasury Committee takes evidence from John Varley, Chief Executive of Barclays, as part of the Committee’s inquiry into financial institutions. Watch live from 9.45am.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

EU carbon market failing to deliver green investment warn MPs

The EU’s flagship Emissions Trading System is failing to deliver vital green investment after a collapse in carbon prices magnified by the recession, MPs warn in a report out today.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

BBC sport and music coverage examined

The Committee of Public Accounts holds an evidence session on the BBC’s management of its coverage of major sporting and music events. It follows a National Audit Office (NAO) report on the issue. Watch live from 4.30pm.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hear evidence on future of North West’s nuclear industry

MPs on the North West Committee hear evidence as part of the Committee's second inquiry, the 'Future of the Nuclear Industry in the North West'. Watch live from 4.15pm.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs break new ground by publishing report in range of formats

A report which proposes a range of measures to encourage more diversity in politics is being published in a number of alternative ways so that it is accessible to people with the majority of disabilities.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hear evidence on fire control centre closures

The Communities and Local Government Committee holds a one-off evidence session on the FiReControl project. Watch live from 4.20pm.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Private Members’ Bills

The Commons debated several Private Members' Bills, starting with the second reading of the Local Authorities (Overview and Scrutiny) Bill, sponsored by David Chaytor MP.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee takes evidence on EU-US Aviation Agreement

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on the Internal Market takes evidence from Department for Transport officials on the EU-US Aviation Agreement at 4.05pm.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Private Members’ Bills: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the second reading - the main debate on the key principles - of four Private Members' Bills on 5 February: the Constitutional Reform Bill; the Marine Navigation Aids Bill; the Damages (Asbestos-related Conditions) Bill; and the Patient Transport Bill.
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker addresses Oxford Union Society

The Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow MP, addresses the Oxford Union Society on Friday 5 February at 7.30pm.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New powers to tackle illegal file-sharing need clarifying says Committee

Parliament’s Joint Select Committee on Human Rights says the Government’s response to the problem of illegal file-sharing in the Digital Economy Bill may have created over-broad powers and that some provisions in the Bill are not specified in enough detail to ensure that they will operate in a way which does not risk a breach of individual rights.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate human rights and policing protests

Andrew Dismore MP, chairman of the Joint Committee on Human Rights, opened a Westminster Hall debate on the Committee's reports on the human rights approach to policing protest, and the Government's responses. Meg Hillier, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department, responded.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker of the House of Commons visits Cornwall


Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on economic growth

Members of the House of Lords discussed the importance of enterprise and innovation in stimulating economic growth on 4 February.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New Members of the Lords announced

The independent House of Lords Appointments Commission announced on 5 February that four non-party political Peers will join the House of Lords and sit as Crossbench Members of the House.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee report assesses work of the BBC World Service

In its new report, published today, the Foreign Affairs Committee provides an assessment of the work of the BBC World Service during 2008-09, focusing particularly on its activities, performance and administration.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on national security strategy

Members of the House of Lords contributed to a debate on the UK's national security strategy on 4 February.
Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parliament, policy and punishment seminar

The Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, chaired a seminar in the River Room of the House of Lords on the criminal justice system and public perceptions of crime policy on 3 February.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: day six of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords discussed the sixth day of line by line examination - committee stage - of the Digital Economy Bill on 3 February.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Police and local government grants for 2010 passed by MPs

The Commons approved police and local authority government grants for 2010-11. David Hanson, Minister for Policing, Crime and Counter-Terrorism, moved the Police Grant Report (England and Wales), and John Denham, Communities and Local Government Secretary, moved the Local Government Finance Report (England).
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Public Administration Committee hears from Sir Christopher Kelly

The Public Administration Select Committee takes evidence from Sir Christopher Kelly, the Chair of the Committee on Standards in Public Life. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before Lords science funding inquiry

Lord Drayson, Minister for Science and Innovation at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) appears before the House of Lords Science and Technology Committee inquiry into setting funding priorities for scientific and technological research. The session starts at 3.10pm.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 3 February 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including crime statistics, the Chilcot Inquiry into the Iraq War, defence spending, electoral reform and Trident.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the House of Lords discussed the report stage - further line by line examination - of the Northern Ireland Assembly Members Bill on 3 February.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Strategic Defence Review Green Paper

A Green Paper on the future of UK defence - published ahead of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR), which will take place after this year's general election - was announced in a ministerial statement in the House of Commons by Defence Secretary, Bob Ainsworth MP.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Short debates in the Lords

Members of the House of Lords contributed to four short debates in the House of Lords on 3 February on a range of issues.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

First Minister appears before Wales and Whitehall inquiry

The Welsh Affairs Committee's 'Wales and Whitehall' inquiry continues with Carwyn Jones, First Minister for Wales giving evidence. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Population and immigration debate in Westminster Hall

Nicholas Soames, Conservative MP for Mid Sussex, opened a Westminster Hall debate on the impact of immigration on the population of the UK. Phil Woolas, Home Office Minister for Borders and Immigration, responded to the debate
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Affairs Committee publishes sustainable housing report

Social housing policy powers should be devolved to the National Assembly for Wales, concludes the Welsh Affairs Committee in a report published today.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Procedure Committee report: Election of the Speaker and Deputy Speakers

The election of the new Speaker in June 2009 was the first to be held under new rules recommended by the Procedure Committee in 2001. The Committee has reviewed the new procedure and is satisfied that it provided fairness and transparency: the secret ballot was a particular success.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines teaching of STEM subjects

The Children, Schools and Families Committee, which is examining the teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects, holds an evidence session at 9.30am that focuses on the teaching of science.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bribery Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the House of Lords discussed the report stage - further line by line examination - of the Bribery Bill on 2 February.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Thameslink upgrade project

Patrick Hall, Labour MP for Bedford, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the progress of the Thameslink programme, a major upgrade on the fifty-station railway line which runs through London from Bedford to Brighton. Chris Mole, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Transport, responded to the debate.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at DNA database and at crime prevention

The Home Affairs Committee takes evidence for two of its current inquiries from 10.30am when it looks at the National DNA Database and then the Government's approach to crime prevention.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs take evidence on impact of spending cuts on science

The Science and Technology Committee holds an oral evidence session in relation to its inquiry into the impact of spending cuts on science and scientific research. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Flood and Water Management Bill: remaining Commons stages

MPs debated the report stage and third reading of the Flood and Water Management Bill in the Commons. The Bill now moves to the House of Lords.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee inquiry into digital switchover continues

The House of Lords Communications Committee inquiry into the progress of, and prospects for, digital switchover of television and radio in the United Kingdom continues at 10.30am.
Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee report on procurement of legal aid in England and Wales

The Committee of Public Accounts report examines the procurement and administration of legal aid in England and Wales on the basis of two reports by the Comptroller and Auditor General.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East workshops and training in February


Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Liaison Committee to question Prime Minister

MPs on the Liaison Committee hold their fifth evidence session with the Prime Minister, Rt Hon Gordon Brown, continuing the regular twice yearly sessions the Committee holds with the PM on a range of domestic and international issues. Watch live from 2pm.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee to question Lord Myners

Lord Myners, Financial Services Secretary, gives evidence to the House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Economic and Financial Affairs, and International Trade at 11am as part of the current inquiry into the regulation of derivatives markets.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Personal Care at Home Bill: Lords second reading

Twenty Members of the House of Lords, with wide-ranging experience of and expertise in health and social care issues, contributed to the main debate on the Personal Care at Home Bill on 1 February.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate ways to boost economic growth

The importance of enterprise and innovation in stimulating economic growth will be debated in the House of Lords this Thursday 4 February.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report calls for civil service to focus on growing its own talent

The Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) today publishes a report examining the practice of recruiting externally to the senior civil service (SCS). Outside recruitment has been used to fill skills shortages and to bring new perspectives to government, but has also been criticised for potentially diluting core civil service values and for being poor value for money.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines crime prevention approach

The Home Affairs Committee holds an evidence session as part of its inquiry examining the Government’s approach to crime prevention. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine further education funding

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee holds its first oral evidence session into further education funding and the Skills Funding Agency. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Afghanistan and Yemen: Statement from Foreign Secretary

David Miliband, Foreign Secretary, made a statement to MPs about the Afghanistan conference that took place on 28 January and the Yemen meeting that took place on 27 January.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Written statement: body-scanners at Heathrow and Manchester

Transport Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Paul Clark, made a written ministerial statement about the introduction of body-scanners at UK airports.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence to Lords inquiry on European Social Fund

Jim Knight MP, Minister of State for Employment and Welfare Reform gives evidence to the House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Social Policy and Consumer Affairs at 2.10pm as part of their inquiry into the European Social Fund (ESF).
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institutional inertia threatens counter-terror operations

Existing counter-terrorism committees should be merged to form a ''National Security Committee", the Home Affairs Committee says.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional Reform Bill: Commons Committee fifth day

The House of Commons held the fifth day of the Committee stage of the Constitutional Reform and Governance Bill. A sixth day is scheduled but the date has yet to be decided.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords to debate national security strategy

The UK’s strategy for national security is to be debated in the House of Lords this Thursday 4 February.
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons MPs debate Private Members’ Bills

The Commons debated a number of Private Members' Bills, starting with the second reading of the Mortgage Repossessions (Protection of Tenants etc) Bill, sponsored by Brian Iddon MP.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs investigate population statistics and the 2011 Census

MPs on the new Select Committee for London hold the Committee's first public hearings of its inquiry into the preparation and use of regional population statistics for London and the 2011 Census. Watch live from 2.15pm.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee endorses appointment of new CPS Chief Inspector

In a report released today, the Commons Justice Committee endorses the appointment of Michael Fuller, currently Chief Constable of Kent, for appointment as the new HM Chief Inspector of the Crown Prosecution Service.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine Decent Homes Programme

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) hears evidence following a National Audit Office (NAO) report on the 'Decent Homes Programme' which aims to improve the condition of homes for social housing tenants. Watch live from 4.30pm.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government failing to support Welsh ports, say MPs

The Welsh Affairs Committee expressed disappointment today in the response from the Department for Transport to the Committee’s report on ports in Wales.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on Gifted and Talented programme

The Children, Schools and Families Committee takes evidence on the 'Gifted and Talented programme'. Watch live from 3.45pm.
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on constitutional reform

Members of the House of Lords debated the case for political and constitutional reform on 28 January.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business and outreach activities relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on the tax system

Members of the House of Lords contributed to a discussion on the case for a fairer and more progressive tax system on 28 January.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North East region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee call for greater accountability at centre of Government

The House of Lords Constitution Committee have today published their report on 'The Cabinet Office and the Centre of Government' in which they suggest that power within the cabinet has become increasingly centralised to the Prime Minister and recommend that structures of accountability should be reformed to mirror that change.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South West region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 29 January 2009

Parliamentary business relating to Wales for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East Midlands region for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons marks Holocaust Memorial Day

The tenth annual UK Holocaust Memorial Day was marked by a topical debate in the Commons, moved by Shahid Malik, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Communities and Local Government.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on committee report on carbon capture and storage

Tim Yeo MP, Chairman of the Commons Environmental Audit Committee, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the Committee's earlier report on carbon capture and storage, and the Government's response. David Kidney, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Energy and Climate Change, responded to the debate.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 29 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland for the week ending 29 January 2010.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Healthcare commissioning inquiry continues

The Health Committee holds the third evidence session of its inquiry into Commissioning. Watch live at 10am.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee inquiry into the European Social Fund continues

The House of Lords EU Social Policy and Consumer Affairs Sub-Committee takes evidence at 9.40am for its inquiry into the effectiveness of the 2007-13 European Social Fund (ESF) and how it might be amended and resourced in the future.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on future of dairy farming in the UK

Stephen Crabb, Conservative MP for Preseli Pembrokeshire, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the future of UK dairy farming. Jim Fitzpatrick, Minister of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, replied to the debate.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Government should do more to support export-led recovery say MPs

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee releases its report 'Exporting out of Recession', which examines what should be done by Government to sustain and increase Britain's export strengths.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Free training for voluntary sector in Yorkshire and the Humber

will host a number of free training sessions for voluntary organisations in Yorkshire and the Humber in March 2010.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on dementia services and care of the elderly

Stephen O'Brien, Shadow Health Minister, introduced an Opposition Day debate in the Commons on dementia services and care of the elderly. Phil Hope, Minister of State at the Department of Health, responded to the debate.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report examines chlamydia screening programme

Public Accounts Committee report examines the delivery of the Chlamydia Screening Programme, improving the efficiency of services and the Department of Health’s approach to managing a national initiative in a devolved National Health Service.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: Lords committee stage - day five

Members of the House of Lords completed the fifth day of line by line examination of the Equality Bill on 27 January.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister questioned on development efforts in Nepal

The International Development Committee is holds its final evidence session on the Department for International Development's (DFID) programme in Nepal. Watch live at 10.30am.
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate the future of Cadbury

Lynne Jones, Labour MP for Birmingham Selly Oak, moved the adjournment debate in the House of Commons on the future of the British firm, Cadbury, if the sale to the American company, Kraft Foods goes ahead. Shareholders have a week to decide whether to accept the Kraft offer.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scottish Affairs Committee questions Secretaries of State

Jack Straw, Secretary of State for Justice, and Jim Murphy, Secretary of State for Scotland, appear before the Scottish Affairs Committee as part of its inquiry into cooperation and communication between the Scottish and UK governments. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Complaints against MPs: proposal to publish more information

The Committee on Standards and Privileges has agreed a proposal from the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards that he should publish more information on complaints against Members of Parliament.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Energy policy statements inquiry continues

The Energy and Climate Change Committee holds its sixth and seventh evidence sessions for its inquiry into 'The Proposals for National Policy Statements (NPSs) on Energy'. Watch live from 9.15am then at 3.05pm.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Political commentator appears before referendums inquiry

The House of Lords Constitution Committee inquiry into referendums contines at 10.45am, when evidence is heard from Steve Richards, Chief Political Commentator at The Independent.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords committee stage - day five

Members of the House of Lords continued the line by line examination of the Digital Economy Bill on 26 January during the fifth day of committee stage.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional Reform Bill: Commons Committee fourth day

The House of Commons held the fourth day of the Committee stage of the Constitutional Reform and Governance Bill. A fifth day is scheduled for 2 February.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 27 January 2010

Standing in for the Prime Minister, the Leader of the House, Harriet Harman, answered MPs' questions on subjects including Afghanistan, inequality in the UK, the third runway at Heathrow, the Coalfields Regeneration Trust, Equitable Life and cervical cancer screening.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate constitutional reform

The House of Lords will debate the case for further political and constitutional reform on Thursday 28 January.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on regional security in the Horn of Africa

Mark Pritchard, Conservative MP for The Wrekin, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on regional security in the Horn of Africa. Ivan Lewis, Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, responded to the debate.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Liaison Committee urges action on Wright Committee reforms

In a report published today, the Commons Liaison Committee urges the House of Commons to "act courageously" to make the Reform Committee’s proposals a reality in the new Parliament, including its provision for a review after two years.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee hears evidence on defence spending

The Public Accounts Committee holds an oral evidence session on its 'Major Projects report 2009' on Ministry of Defence (MoD) spending. Watch live from 3.30pm.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ministers appear before bioengineering inquiry

Minister for Science and Innovation, Lord Drayson, among the witnesses appearing before the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee as part of its inquiry into bioengineering. Watch live from 10.15am.
Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Speaker news: 26 January 2010

On 26 January the Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, met a delegation of parliamentarians from Afghanistan and attended a reception for the National Council for Voluntary Organisations at the House of Lords.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Forces may have to merge to support police numbers, say MPs

The Home Affairs Committee says that faced with the prospect of funding cuts, the police service will have to fundamentally rethink the way in which it provides back-office functions in order to support the frontline.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: day four of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the fourth day of line by line examination of the Equality Bill on 25 January.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report finds spending in Malawi needs better assessment

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report examines whether the Department for International Development (DFID) has made good choices in Malawi, whether it has the information it needs to improve implementation of the programmes it helps to fund, and whether it is driving improved outcomes.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate industrial relations at Royal Mail

Dr John Pugh, Liberal Democrat MP for Southport, moved the adjournment debate in the Commons on the state of industrial relations at Royal Mail. Pat McFadden, Minister for Business, Innovation and Skills, responded to the debate.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question Bank of England Governor

Mervyn King, Governor of the Bank of England, is among the witnesses giving evidence to the Treasury Committee for its 'Too Important to Fail’ inquiry. Watch from 9.45am.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

National Council for Voluntary Organisations

On 26 January, the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) held a one-day conference bringing together representatives of charities and voluntary organisations with key parliamentary contacts.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Environment Secretary appears before climate change inquiry

Hilary Benn MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is among the witnesses appearing before the Environmental Audit Committee as it holds the fifth evidence session of its inquiry into climate change adaptation policy. Watch live from 2.50pm.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine counter-terrorism measures at British airports

The Home Affairs Committee holds a one-off evidence session in which it examines the various new counter-terrorism measures to be adopted at British airports, including full body scanners, passenger profiling and 'no fly' lists. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Financial Services Bill: MPs debate report and third reading stages

The remaining stages - report and third reading - of the Financial Services Bill were passed in the Commons on 25 January. The Bill now goes to the House of Lords.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions Minister on human trafficking

The Joint Committee on Human Rights hears evidence on human trafficking from Alan Campbell, Home Office Minister. Watch live from 1.45pm.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Toughen FSA oversight of public sector deposits, say MPs

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) should gain new powers to regulate the advice given to public sector bodies about the management of their cash reserves and investments, says the Communities and Local Government Committee (GLC) in a report on the FSA's role and Local Authority Investments.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

500 years of House of Lords Journal

The House of Lords Journal celebrated a 500-year anniversary recently and the Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, opened an exhibition highlighting the history of the publication at the end of January.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Broadcasters neglect Northern Ireland obligations

The UK’s major television companies have failed to portray the ordinary life, beauties, history and culture of Northern Ireland to the rest of the country, say MPs in a report published today.
Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry looks at young people without jobs or training

Children, Schools and Families Committee holds the first evidence session of its inquiry into young people not in education, employment or training. Watch from 3.45pm.
Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Communications Committee calls for part privatisation of BBC Worldwide

A proposal to part privatise BBC Worldwide and allow it to become a major global brand for distributing British television content is today put forward in a report by the all party House of Lords Select Committee on Communications.
Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker announces Chairman of Advisory Council

In a speech to the Hansard Society/Political Studies Association on November 30, 2009, John Bercow MP, Speaker of the House of Commons, announced an intention to form a Speaker’s Advisory Council on Public Engagement.
Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at dementia services report

The Public Accounts Committee holds an evidence session on the National Audit Office (NAO) Interim Report on Improving Dementia Services in England. Watch from 4.30pm.
Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at dementia services report

The Public Accounts Committee holds an evidence session on the National Audit Office (NAO) Interim Report on Improving Dementia Services in England. Watch from 4.30pm.
Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Exhange rate impact on counter-terrorism programmes

Chris Bryant, Minister for Europe at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), answered an urgent question from David Liddington, Conservative Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister, on the impact of the exchange rate movements on the FCO's counter-terrorism programme, particularly in Pakistan.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on progress made preventing violence against women

Solicitor General, Vera Baird, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the issue of preventing violence against women.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East Midlands region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Topical debate: Food industry competitiveness

Jim Fitzpatrick, Minister of State at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), opened a topical debate on food industry competitiveness.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Private Notice Question: Foreign and Commonwealth Office budget

On 21 January, an urgent question - known as a private notice question - on the Government's answer to an oral question on 20 January concerning the budget of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and counter-terrorism programmes in Pakistan and Afghanistan, was asked in the House of Lords by Lord Wallace of Saltaire.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fuel poverty inquiry announced

The Energy and Climate Change Committee has issued a call for written evidence for its forthcoming short inquiry into fuel poverty.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on nuclear disarmament

Members of the House of Lords, with experience of and expertise in defence issues, foreign policy and international affairs, including former Secretaries of State, contributed to the debate on multi-lateral nuclear disarmament and strengthening non-nuclear proliferation on 21 January.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business and activities relating to the South West region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North East of England for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 22 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region for the week ending 22 January 2010.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Mandelson questioned by the Lords

On 21 January Members of the House of Lords questioned the Business Secretary, Lord Mandelson, on universities and funding for STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics); loans under the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme; and measures to encourage economic growth.
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Train to Gain programme mismanaged, says Committee

Public Accounts Committee today publishes its report examining how 'Train to Gain' - part of the Government's Solutions for Business, a portfolio of publicly funded business support products and services - could be better managed by focusing on the areas where is has been most effective.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: day four of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords continued the line by line examination of the Digital Economy Bill on 20 January.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs look at impact of economic situation on public services

The Public Administration Committee (PASC) continues its 'Public Administration in a Fiscal Squeeze' inquiry into the impact of hard economic times on government administration and public services. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Video Bill: Lords third reading

The third reading of the Video Recordings Bill took place in the House of Lords on 20 January with no debate.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee hears evidence in Somali piracy inquiry

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Development Policy takes evidence on the EU’s Operation Atalanta from 10.35am.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee evidence session focuses on NHS finances

The Health Committee's 'Public Expenditure on Health and Personal services 2009' inquiry continues with an evidence session expected to focus on the state of NHS finances, whether value for money is being achieved for the £103 billion budget for the NHS and future expenditure commitments. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Criminal Records Bureau

Edward Vaizey, Conservative MP for Wantage, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the problems many of his constituents experience with the Criminal Records Bureau. Meg Hillier, Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Home Office, responded to the debate.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Improving UK protection against terrorism

In a statement to the Commons Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, announced new UK measures to track terrorist suspects and strengthen airport security.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs pass remaining stages of Fiscal Responsibility Bill

The Fiscal Responsibility Bill passed its remaining Commons stages - Committee of the whole House, Report and Third Reading - on 20 January.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Questions to the Government: 20 January

During oral questions on 20 January, Members of the House of Lords questioned the Government on the present situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina; climate change and carbon dioxide emissions; the Foreign and Commonwealth Office's budget; and plans for UK banks.
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: New code of practice for alcohol retailers

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, made a written ministerial statement on the Government's response to the recent consultation on the new code of practice for alcohol retailers.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 20 January 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including broadband provision in the Scottish Highlands, Kraft's takeover of Cadbury, the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti and the Chilcot Inquiry into the Iraq war.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitutional reform and governance bill in Commons

The House of Commons held the third day of the Committee stage of the Constitutional Reform and Governance Bill. The fourth and final day of Committee will take place on 26 January.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: third day of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords completed the third day of committee stage - line by line examination - of the Equality Bill on 19 January.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at Forensic Science Northern Ireland

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee holds an evidence session looking at the workings of the Forensic Service Northern Ireland. Watch live at 3pm.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee referendums inquiry continues

The House of Lords Constitution Committee continues its inquiry into the role of referendums in the UK’s constitutional experience. Watch live from 10.45am.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bioengineering inquiry hears from industry advisors

The House of Commons Science and Technology Committee inquiry into bioengineering continues at 9.30am.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children’s services directors quizzed over Ofsted inspections

The Children, Schools and Families Committee takes evidence from children's services directors on whether there is public confidence in Ofsted inspections. Watch the evidence session live from 9.45am.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Safeguarding vulnerable adults from harm

Phil Hope, Minister of State at the Department of Health, made a written ministerial statement on the results of a government consultation exercise on safeguarding vulnerable adults.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital switchover inquiry hears from media groups

The House of Lords Communications Committee holds the first evidence session of its inquiry into the digital switchover with witnesses appearing from the BBC, digital radio groups and the independent company leading the process of digital TV switchover in the UK. Watch live from 10.30am.
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ministers must move on waste mountain reduction

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Waste Strategy has left England’s waste mountain with no clear targets for its reduction, and leaves 90 per cent of waste without specific recycling targets, a report by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee says.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Norfolk: People and Parliament exhibition

The Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, opened an exhibition at the Norfolk Record Office on 15 January looking at how people have influenced Parliament and how Parliament has affected local communities.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

President of Portuguese Parliament

Baroness Hayman, the Lord Speaker, met with Mr Jamie Gama, the President of the Portuguese Parliament, on 18 January.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Economists give evidence to Treasury Committee

The Treasury Committee takes evidence at 9.45am as part of its inquiry into the 'too important to fail' dilemma.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Spanish Ambassador discusses EU presidency

The House of Lords European Union Select Committee takes evidence at 4.10pm from His Excellency Carles Casajuana, Spanish Ambassador, on the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the EU.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales and Whitehall inquiry continues

The Welsh Affairs Committee holds the second evidence session of its 'Wales and Whitehall' inquiry at 10.30am.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the role and importance of charity trustees

Tom Levitt, Labour MP for High Peak, introduced an adjournment debate in the Commons on the role and recruitment of charity trustees to ensure that there are enough people to run Britain's voluntary and community organisations.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East Committee inquiry into steel industry continues

Minister for the North East, Nick Brown, is among the witnesses appearing before the North East Committee as it takes evidence as part of it inquiry into the steel industry. Watch live from 3.45pm.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Podcast: 24-hour media and Parliament

Listen to Lord Soley turn the tables on Nick Robinson, the BBC's political correspondent, in our new podcast exploring the impact of 24-hour media on politics, parliamentarians and the public's perception of Parliament.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Business Committee hears evidence from Lord Mandelson

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee hold a further evidence session at 4.30pm on the work of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, when it takes evidence from Secretary of State Lord Mandelson.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Questions to Lord Mandelson

The new question sessions for Secretaries of State sitting in the House of Lords continue on Thursday 21 January with Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, taking his first batch of additional questions under the new arrangements.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Video Bill: Lords second reading, committee and report stages

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading and the committee and report stages of the Video Recordings Bill on 18 January.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee quizzes Government Chief Scientific Adviser

Professor John Beddington, the Government Chief Scientific Adviser, gives evidence to the House of Lords Science and Technology Committee at 11.40am on science and technology research funding.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate nuclear disarmament

The prospects for multi-lateral nuclear disarmament and for strengthening nuclear non-proliferation will be debated in the House of Lords on 21 January.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Second reading of Crime and Security Bill in Commons

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, moved the second reading of the Crime and Security Bill in the Hosue of Commons. It was passed by 272 votes to 197, and now goes to Committee for detailed discussion.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: third day of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the third day of committee stage - line by line examination - of the Digital Economy Bill on 18 January.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Extremism inquiry hears from Communities Secretary

John Denham, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government is among the witnesses appearing at the fourth and final oral evidence session of the Communities and Local Government Committee's inquiry into preventing violent extremism. Watch live from 4.10pm.
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children’s Secretary appears before Committee

Ed Balls, Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families appears before the Children, Schools and Families Committee at 5pm to give evidence on the appointment of the Chief Regulator and Chair of Ofqual, the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator.
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business and activities relating to the South West region for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands region for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Adonis questioned by the Lords

In a new initiative on 14 January, Secretary of State for Transport, Lord Adonis, was asked three additional questions by Members of the House of Lords on transport issues.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee welcomes adoption of recommendations

The House of Lords Constitution Committee have welcomed the Government’s adoption of its recommendations on fast-track legislation.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UK society: Lords debate

Members of the House of Lords contributed to a debate on making the UK a more tolerant, democratic and open society on 14 January.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Speaker at Speakers’ Conference in India

Between 4-7 January 2010, the Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, attended the 20th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth in New Delhi, India.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate how to support young people during the recession

Jim Knight, Minister for Employment and Welfare Reform, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on supporting young people in the recession.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on climate change

Members of the House of Lords with wide-ranging experience of and expertise in climate change issues, the environment, science and economics contributed to the discussion on the outcome of the recent Copenhagen climate change conference on 14 January.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Whitehall delays hamper new Welsh Assembly powers, say MPs

The process for new powers to be passed from Westminster to the National Assembly for Wales is working but continues to be hampered by long and unaccountable delays in negotiations between Whitehall and the Assembly, concludes the Welsh Affairs Committee.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Private Members’ Bills in the Lords: second reading

Members of the House of Lords contributed to the second reading - the main debate on the general principles - of four Private Members' Bills on 15 January.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North East round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North East of England for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Wales for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Science and technology spending cuts inquiry announced

With concerns growing about the effects of cuts in public spending on science, engineering and technology (SET), the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee has announced an inquiry examining the impact of spending cuts on SET and scientific research.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East Midlands region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Government money for thalidomide survivors

In an oral statement Mike O'Brien, Minister for Health Services, announced financial help of £20 million for thalidomide survivors, and told the Commons that the Government wished to express its sincere regret and deep sympathy for the injury and suffering endured by all those affected.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hold public hearing in Redcar on the steel industry

The North East Committee holds a public evidence at Redcar Racecourse at 10.15am on Friday 15 January as part of the Committee's inquiry into the steel industry.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates the conflict in Afghanistan

Foreign Secretary, David Miliband, opened a topical debate on Afghanistan and the current state of the campaign. Liam Fox, Shadow Defence Secretary, responded for the Conservatives and Ed Davey, for the Liberal Democrats.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 15 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 15 January 2010.
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Unsustainable prison building is not the answer, say MPs

In a report published today, the Justice Committee calls for a change in the way we tackle criminal justice and seek to cut re-offending.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate UK relations with China

Tony Baldry, Conservative MP for Banbury, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on UK relations with China. Chris Bryant, Minister for Europe at the Foreign Office, responded on behalf of the Government.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee scrutinises how healthcare is commissioned

The Health Committee will hold its second evidence session into 'Commissioning'. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: day two of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second day of committee stage - line by line examination - of the Equality Bill on 13 January.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate importance of reliable energy supplies

Greg Clark, Conservative MP for Tunbridge Wells, opened an Opposition day debate in the Commons on energy security and the need to guarantee reliable, affordable and sustainable energy supplies. Ed Miliband, Energy and Climate Change Secretary, moved the amendment to the main motion. At the end of the debate, the Government's amendment was passed by 285 to 173 votes.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee hears evidence on piracy off Somalia

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Development Policy hears evidence on piracy off the Somali Coast in a public meeting at 10.35am.
Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bill to stop violent videos and DVDs being sold to children

Andrew Dismore, Labour MP for Hendon, moved a Ten Minute Rule Bill which would close a classification loophole in the existing law, and stop violent and disturbing DVDs and videos being freely available to children. The Bill passed its first reading and is down for its second reading on Friday 26 February.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate sporting events available on free-to-air TV

John Grogan, Labour MP for Selby, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the Davis review of free-to-air events - sporting occasions that must be available to free-to-air television. Siôn Simon, Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, replied to the debate.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on energy policy statements

The Energy and Climate Change Committee holds the second and third evidence sessions of its inquiry into the Proposals for National Policy Statements (NPSs). Watch sessions live at 9.15am and 3.05pm.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Environment Secretary quizzed on Defra’s food strategy

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee will question the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Hilary Benn, on Defra's food strategy. Watch live from 3pm.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee takes evidence for referendums inquiry

The House of Lords Constitution Committee continue their new inquiry into referendums at 11am by taking oral evidence from Peter Kellner, President of YouGov, Peter Facey, Director of Unlock Democracy, Professor Stuart Weir, Associate Director of Democratic Audit and Baroness Kennedy of the Shaws, a leading Barrister and QC and expert in civil liberties and constitutional issues.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before geoengineering inquiry

The Science and Technology Committee takes evidence as part of its inquiry into the regulation of geoengineering. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Myners answers questions on Scottish banking

The Scottish Affairs Committee will hear oral evidence from Lord Myners, Financial Services Secretary and Government Spokesperson for HM Treasury on the issue of banking in Scotland. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 13 January 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including budget deficits, the earthquake in Haiti, the Chilcot inquiry into the Iraq war and UK population growth.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Personal Care at Home Bill passes final Commons stages

The remaining stages - Committee, Report and Third reading - of the Personal Care at Home Bill were taken in the House of Commons. The Bill now moves to the Lords.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: day two of Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords continued the line by line examination - committee stage - of the Digital Economy Bill on 12 January.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on EU cyber-attack inquiry

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs takes evidence at 10.15am from Lord West of Spithead, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Security and Counter-terrorism, Home Office, as its inquiry into EU policy on protecting Europe from large scale cyber-attacks continues.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate on climate change

The House of Lords will debate the outcome of the international conference on climate change which took place in Copenhagen last month on 14 January.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sure Start Children’s Centres inquiry concludes

The Children, Schools and Families Committee holds the last evidence session of its inquiry into Sure Start Children's Centres. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: new package for injured service personnel

Mike O'Brien, Minister at the Department of Health, announced in a written ministerial statement a package of measures to support service personnel who have received serious injuries while on active service.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Proposals for child exploitation and online protection

Alan Campbell, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Home Office, announced in a written ministerial statement, the Government's proposals to turn the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOPC) into a non-departmental public body.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Questions to Lords Secretaries of State

In addition to oral questions to the Government which take place at the start of business on Monday-Thursdays in the Lords Chamber, Secretaries of State sitting in the House of Lords will take three further questions from Members of the Lords, once a month, from Thursday 14 January.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Committee hears from Europe Minister

The House of Lords European Union Select Committee takes evidence from Chris Bryant MP, Minister for Europe, on the December meeting of the European Council. Watch live from 4.10am.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Minister appears before defence equipment inquiry

The Defence Select Committee hears evidence from Lord Drayson, Minister for Strategic Defence Acquisition Reform, as part of its Defence Equipment inquiry. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Banking groups give evidence to Treasury Committee

The Treasury Committee is to hold an evidence session with Royal Bank of Scotland, Northern Rock and Lloyds Banking Group. Watch live from 9.45am.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Alex Salmond appears before Scottish Affairs Committee

The Scottish Affairs Committee hears evidence from First Minister of Scotland, Alex Salmond, at 10.30am as part of its 'Scotland and the UK: cooperation and communication between governments' inquiry.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

English Heritage given unrealistic targets, says report

Committee of Public Accounts publishes report examining the actions taken to achieve the Department for Culture, Media and Sport's objective to get more people interested in heritage.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Online game gives young people taste of life as an MP

Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow will today launch an exciting new resource that gives young people a chance to step into the shoes of a backbench MP.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords began the line by line examination - committee stage - of the Equality Bill on 11 January.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate second reading of new education Bill

The House of Commons debated the second reading of the Children, Schools and Families Bill. It was moved by the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, Ed Balls and passed its second reading by 287 votes to 206. The Bill now moves into committee where it will be discussed in detail.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Affairs Committee publishes report on local government

New powers to develop and strengthen the role of community councils and councillors in Wales should be passed to the National Assembly for Wales, says a report by the Welsh Affairs Committee.
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on severe weather conditions

In a statement to the House of Lords on 11 January, Lord Adonis, Transport Secretary, updated the House on steps to conserve and prioritise salt supplies across the UK and the Government's plans for supporting transport networks and public services during the prolonged poor weather conditions.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary training for voluntary organisations

Parliamentary Outreach will host free training sessions for voluntary organisations in Norwich and Birmingham on 26 January 2010.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Rhodri Morgan gives evidence to the Welsh Affairs Committee

Former First Minister Rhodri Morgan will give evidence to the Welsh Affairs Committee's inquiry into co-operation and consultation between Wales and Whitehall. Watch live from 10.15am.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UK efforts meaningless without global climate deal, MPs warn

The UK’s efforts to tackle climate change could be 'rendered meaningless' if world leaders fail to reverse the growth in global emissions by 2020, MPs on the cross-party Environmental Audit Committee warn today.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee launches inquiry into UK digital switchover

The House of Lords Communications Committee has announced an inquiry into the progress of, and prospects for, digital switchover of both television and radio in the United Kingdom.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker’s Conference seeks greater participation in politics

Much more must be done to encourage local political activism and to prevent discrimination against potential parliamentary candidates who do not fit the traditional mould. This is among the conclusions of the Speaker's Conference on Parliamentary Representation which was set up to look at ways of encouraging and enabling a wider diversity of people to become MPs.
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Obesity in the UK: Lords debate

Members of the House of Lords with experience of and expertise in a range of health, sport, social and children's rights issues discussed combating the rising trend of obesity in young people on 7 January.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: State of local councils’ salt supplies for road gritting

Sadiq Khan, Minister of State at the Department for Transport, responded to an urgent question from Caroline Spelman MP about the country's salt reserves and possible implications for local authorities' ability to maintain the road network.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the South East for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Debate: Lobbying and access and influence in Whitehall

Dr Tony Wright MP, Chairman of the Public Administration Select Committee, opened a debate in Westminister Hall on the Committee's report on lobbying and access and influence in Whitehall, and the Government's response. Angela Smith, Minister of State at the Cabinet Office, responded to the debate.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee criticises food industry over nanotechnologies

The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee today criticises the food industry for failing to be transparent about its research into the uses of nanotechnologies and nanomaterials.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business and activities relating to the South West region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Developments in Sudan: Lords debate

International affairs, foreign policy and human rights experts in the House of Lords debated recent developments in Sudan on 7 January.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs’ report calls for radical overhaul of alcohol policy

The Health Committee warns in a report published today that the drinks industry and supermarkets hold more power over government alcohol policies than expert health professionals.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to Wales for the week ending 8 January 2010
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to the East Midlands region for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 8 January 2010

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 8 January 2010.
Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Video Recordings Bill passes all its Commons stages

The Video Recordings Bill 2009-10 passed its second reading and all its subsequent stages in the Commons on 6 January. It now moves to the House of Lords.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Andy Burnham gives evidence to social care inquiry

The Commons Health Committee is holding its final evidence session in its inquiry into the future of social care services with Health Secretary, Andy Burnham. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

IPSA launches consultation on MPs’ expenses

The consultation on a new scheme of MPs’ expenses was launched by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) on Thursday, 7 January.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee says schools should be allowed more freedom

The Government should step back and allow schools the freedom to take ownership of their improvement, concludes the Children, Schools and Families Committee in its report, School Accountability, published today.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords committee stage

Members of the House of Lords began the line by line examination of the Digital Economy Bill on 6 January.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on Highway Agency’s record on road maintenance

The Public Accounts Committee published its report on the Highways Agency on 7 January, which examined the extent to which the Agency is challenging contractors to deliver value for money and better outcomes for road users.
Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee publishes response to pre-budget report

The Treasury Committee, which today publishes its report on the 2009 Pre-Budget Report, calls for greater Government clarity on its plans to reduce the structural deficit. The Committee, which took evidence from the Chancellor and various experts and officials, has published the Report in time for the Commons debate on the Pre-Budget Report (PBR) on Thursday 7 January, following a previous Committee recommendation that the Government increase the opportunity for financial scrutiny by the House.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate new Independent Safeguarding Authority

Kelvin Hopkins, Labour MP for Luton North, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) - created to help prevent unsuitable people from working with children and vulnerable adults. Meg Hillier, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Home Office, responded to the debate.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Alan Johnson on aviation and border security

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, made a statement in the Commons on the failed attempt to destroy a passenger plane coming in to land at Detroit airport on Christmas Day, and its implications for national security.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

Business Secretary, Lord Mandelson, made a statement to the House of Lords on 5 January setting out plans for marking the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in 2012 - including the announcement of an additional bank holiday.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fiscal Responsibility Bill second reading in Commons

Alistair Darling, Chancellor of the Exchequer, moved the second reading in the Commons of the Fiscal Responsbility Bill which was passed by 265 votes to 196.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sudan: Lords debate

The situation in Sudan, following new laws passed last month allowing a referendum on independence for the south of the country, will be debated in the House of Lords tomorrow.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Constitution Committee looks at referendums in the UK

The House of Lords Constitution Committee holds the first evidence session at 11am of its inquiry into the role of referendums in the UK’s constitutional experience.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Energy Committee inquiry into national policy statements

The Energy and Climate Change Committee holds the first evidence session of its inquiry into the Department of Energy and Climate Change's recently-published draft energy national policy statements (NPSs). First to appear before the Committee are officials from leading national planning, surveying and engineering institutions. Watch live from 9.15am.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Plans for Queen’s Diamond Jubilee announced

The Government's plans to mark the Queen's diamond jubilee in 2012 were announced in a statement in the House of Commons by Ian Lucas, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate: obesity

Progress made in combating obesity among young people will be debated in the House of Lords tomorrow.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 6 January 2010

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including the economic situation, cancer treatment, defence spending, climate change and the boiler scrappage scheme.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Child Poverty Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading - key principles - of the Child Poverty Bill on 5 January.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Members of the House of Lords with experience in and expertise of sport and planning for the 2012 Olympics, including a former Olympic athlete, discussed the preparations for the hosting of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London in a short debate on 5 January.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry continues into collapse of Dairy Farmers’ co-operative

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs holds the latest evidence session in its inquiry into the collapse of the Dairy Farmers of Britain co-operative. Watch live from 4pm.
Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee hears evidence on European and UK justice issues

The Justice Committee holds an evidence session on three matters it is currently considering: justice issues in Europe; operation of the Ministerial Freedom of Information (FOI) veto; and sentencing guidelines on corporate manslaughter. Watch live from 4.15pm.
Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

What’s on in the Lords: 5-8 January

The House of Lords continues to scrutinise legislation, question and hold the Government to account from 5 January 2010.
Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on national DNA database

The Home Affairs Committee takes evidence this morning from people whose details have been placed on the national DNA database and from the Policy Director for civil liberties organisation, Liberty. MPs will also question senior police officers and Alan Campbell, the Home Office minister concerned. Watch live from 11.15am.
Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Big Ben lights up end of its 150th year

To bring to an end the celebrations marking Big Ben’s 150th anniversary a Happy Birthday projection will be illuminated on the iconic Clock Tower from 9pm on January 31st. This will change to "Welcome 2010" at midnight.
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report calls for investigation into credit market

The Treasury Committee today publishes its report on credit searches, which calls on the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to investigate the fairness of this part of the credit market.
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Human Rights Committee report on bonus tax

Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights argues in a report published on 21 December, that it is unlikely that bankers affected by the tax on bonuses proposed in the Pre-Budget Report will be able to challenge it successfully under the Human Rights Act.
Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs launch inquiry into South East housing

The House of Commons Select Committee for the South East is launching a new inquiry into housing in the South East and is seeking written evidence.
Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee calls for top pay commission for the public sector

In a report published today, the Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) calls for a Top Pay Commission to “name and shame” public sector organisations that pay excessive salaries to their top officials.
Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Literacy programmes evidence check report

Expectations by the Department for Children, Schools and Families of the quality of the evidence base for reading programmes are worryingly low, concludes the Science and Technology Committee in a report published today.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on North East renewable industries

Renewable industries could lead a recovery in the North East’s manufacturing industry, MPs on the region’s Select Committee have said today in its latest report.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

South East round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the South East for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at UK e-Borders programme

The Home Affairs Committee publishes its report today on the project for digitising immigration control which highlights a number of problems in the UK’s e-Borders programme.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

West Midlands round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the West Midlands region for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to Northern Ireland for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

South West round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business and activities relating to the South West region for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to Scotland for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North West round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the North West region for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

East of England round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the East of England region for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Defence Secretary makes Nimrod review statement

Bob Ainsworth, Secretary of State for Defence, made a statement to the House of Commons explaining to MPs how the Government is implementing the recommendations of Charles Haddon-Cave's report on the events leading to the loss of 14 service personnel aboard Nimrod XV230 on 2 September 2006.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the Humber round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North East round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to the North East of England for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

London round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to London for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 16 December 2009

Standing in for the Prime Minister, Leader of the House, Harriet Harman, answered MPs' questions on subjects including the climate change conference at Copenhagen, tax revenue, the Building Schools for the Future fund, the phasing out of cheque payments and Government regulation.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords on the Pre-Budget Report 2009

Financial Services Secretary, Lord Myners, opened the debate on the Pre-Budget Report 2009 in the House of Lords on 16 December.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wales round-up: 18 December 2009

Parliamentary business relating to Wales for the week ending 18 December 2009.
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs criticise Defra and oversight of Single Payment Scheme

The Public Accounts Committee has published its second progress update on the administration of the Single Payment Scheme by the Rural Payments Agency.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister announces changes on employment and housing benefit

Work and Pensions Secretary, Yvette Cooper, made a statement in the Commons about the proposed changes in the newly-published employment White Paper and consultation document on housing benefit.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report calls on Government to boost green jobs

The Environmental Audit Committee publishes its report on green jobs, which argues that the UK is facing a skills gap that could delay its transition to a low-carbon economy.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs critical of home education proposals

Flaws in the Government’s proposals on home education must be tackled, concludes the Children, Schools and Families Committee in a report published today.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

UK business and human rights report

Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights in a report published today, calls on the Government to develop a strategy that clearly sets out the human rights standards which UK businesses are expected to meet. The objective should be an international agreement on business and human rights.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Second reading of Flood and Water Management Bill in Commons

Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, moved the second reading of the Flood and Water Management Bill in the House of Commons. The Bill seeks to address the threat of flooding and water scarcity, both of which are predicted to increase with climate change.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Equality Bill: Lords second reading

Forty-one Members of the House of Lords contributed to the second reading debate on the main principles of the Equality Bill on 15 December.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at lobbying reform

The Public Administration Select Committee today publishes its follow-up report on lobbying.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Defence Secretary announces more money for Afghanistan

In a statement to the House of Commons, the Defence Secretary, Bob Ainsworth, announced changes to the defence programme involving enhanced support for the Afghanistan operation but with reductions elsewhere.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs examine Past in Northern Ireland report proposals

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee today publishes its report on the Consultative Group on the Past in Northern Ireland's report.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee launch inquiry into derivatives markets and supervision

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Economic Affairs has today launched its new inquiry into the European Commission’s communications on ensuring efficient and safe derivatives markets.
Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions Lord Coe about London Olympics

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee holds an evidence session on the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games with Lord Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee, and John Armitt, Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons second reading of Personal Care at Home Bill

Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, moved the second reading of the Personal Care at Home Bill in the Commons.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home Affairs Committee questions Home Secretary

The Home Affairs Committee takes evidence from Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, on the work of the Home Office. MPs will also be examining the operation of the National Policing Improvement Agency. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on delays in dealing with FOI requests

Gordon Prentice, Labour MP for Pendle, opened an adjournment debate on the time taken by the Information Commission to process Freedom of Information requests. The debate was replied to by Michael Wills, Minister of State at the Ministry of Justice.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister reports on recent visit to Afghanistan

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, made a statement to the Commons about his visit to Afghanistan the previous weekend and to report on the conclusions of the European Council and the UK's role in the global talks on climate change.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords to implement new financial support system

The House of Lords discussed the reports by the House of Lords House Committee and the Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB) on the financial support for Members of the Lords on 14 December.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee calls for urgent action on automotive assistance scheme

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee published its latest report today, which as well as dealing with the work of the Department of the past year, also updated developments on the Government's automotive assistance scheme.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Harman appears before Human Rights Joint Committee

The Joint Committee on Human Rights hears evidence at 1.45pm from Harriet Harman MP, Minister for Women and Equality, on the work of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC).
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence session on MoD defence equipment programme

The Commons Defence Committee holds an evidence session on the Department's Defence Equipment programme with senior Ministers and officials. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee to hear evidence on Private Finance Projects

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee will hear from Government Departments and Public Sector trade unions from 3.35pm as part of its inquiry into Private Finance Projects and off-balance sheet debt.
Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on Better Regulation Agenda

The House of Lords European Union Internal Market Sub-Committee inquiry into the Better Regulation Agenda continues at 3.45pm.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on independent scientific advice to government

The Commons Science and Technology Committee publishes its contribution to the Government’s review of the principles that should apply to the treatment of independent scientific advice provided to government.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee questions economists on Pre-Budget Report

The Treasury Committee hears evidence on the Pre-Budget Report from a number of leading economists including Robert Chote, of the Instuitute of Fiscal Studies, and Martin Weale, Director of the National Institute of Economic and Social Research. Watch live from 3.15pm.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Private Members’ Bills in the Lords

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading - main principles - of four Private Members' Bills on 11 December.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Preventing violent extremism inquiry continues

The Commons Communities and Local Government Committee is questioning religious leaders and academics in the second evidence session of its inquiry into preventing violent extremism. Watch live from 4pm.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sure Start inquiry questions Martin Narey of Barnardo’s

The Children, Schools and Families Committee holds its fourth evidence session into Sure Start Children's Centres with the heads of voluntary organisations - including Martin Narey of Barnardo's. Watch live from 3.45pm.
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary Outreach project wins top award

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Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on tackling pensioner poverty

Terry Rooney MP, Chairman of the Work and Pensions Select Committee, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on tackling pensioner poverty, which discussed the Committee's report published earlier this year and the Government's response. Helen Goodman, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Work and Pensions, responded to the debate.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commonwealth democracy and development

Members of the House of Lords discussed the Commonwealth's shared goals in democracy and development on 10 December.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Agriculture: Royal Society report

Members of the House of Lords discussed the Royal Society's report 'Reaping the Benefits' and the contribution of UK agriculture to the global economy on 10 December.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords’ expenses and allowances 2008/09

Members of the House of Lords are not paid salaries but they can claim, within prescribed limits, expenses and allowances arising from performance of their parliamentary duties.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

20 years of televised proceedings of the House of Commons

To mark the 20th anniversary of the first televised proceedings of the House of Commons, a selection of videos are being made available for the first time on the UK Parliament YouTube channel.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

House of Lords to debate reports on financial support for Members

The Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB) reported on the financial support for Members of the House of Lords on 26 November 2009. The House of Lords House Committee published its response to this report on 7 December.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on balance of power between central and local government

Dr Phyllis Starkey, Chairman of the Communities and Local Government Committee, opened a debate in the Commons on the balance of power between local and central government, which discussed the key findings set out in the Committee's report earlier this year and the Government response. Barbara Follett, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, responded to the debate.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New data on Members’ Allowances published online

New published data about Members' Allowances was made available online on Thursday 10 December.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Using intercept evidence in court

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, made a written ministerial statement to MPs on the use of intercept material as evidence in court.
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on shop closures in Cambridgeshire

Minister of State for the Cabinet Office, Angela E. Smith, answered a question from Malcolm Moss on the number of high street shops that have closed in north east Cambridgeshire since January 2008.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Development agency appears before Social Fund inquiry

The House of Lords EU Social Policy and Consumer Affairs Sub-Committee takes evidence from representatives of the South West Regional Development Agency at 9.40am as part of its inquiry into the effectiveness of the 2007-13 European Social Fund (ESF) and how it might be amended and resourced in the future.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bribery Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading - general principles - of the Bribery Bill on 9 December.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HMRC’s tax collection systems are outdated, says Committee

The Public Accounts Committee publishes its report on how HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is faring in trying to improve its processing and collection of various UK taxes.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on the national DNA database

Diane Abbott, Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington, opened a Westminster Hall debate on the national DNA database. The debate was responded to by Alan Campbell, Home Office Minister for Crime Reduction.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Child Poverty Bill: debate on final Commons stages

The Commons debated and passed the Report Stage and Third Reading of the Government's Child Poverty Bill. The measure now goes to the House of Lords.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on dangerous dogs in Merseyside

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health, Ann Keen, answered a written question from Dr John Pugh on the number of patients who have been admitted to hospital after being attacked by dogs in Merseyside.
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on Early Years Single Funding Formula

In the second and last session of the Children, Schools and Families Committee's inquiry into the Early Years Single Funding Formula, evidence will be heard from representatives of local authorities and from the Minister of State for Children, Young People and Families. Watch from 9.30am.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Afghanistan strategy in Westminster Hall

Paul Flynn, Labour MP for Newport West, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on the Government's strategy in Afghanistan. Ivan Lewis, Minister of State at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, responded to the debate.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Science research funding inquiry continues

The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee takes evidence at 10.40am as part of its inquiry into setting science research funding priorities.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on prison staff in the North West

Minister of State for Justice, Maria Eagle, answered a written question from Andrew Stunell on the number of full-time equivalent staff at each prison establishment in the North West in the last five years.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 9 December 2009

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including Afghanistan, child tax credits, early intervention and the Copenhagen climate change conference.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate on disability benefits for the elderly

Andrew Lansley, Conservative Shadow Health Secretary, opened an Opposition day debate on disability benefits for the elderly.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dame Suzi Leather gives evidence on Charity Commission

The Public Administration Committee questions Dame Suzi Leather, chair of the Charity Commission. The session is the Committee’s regular annual survey of the work and performance of the Commission, and is also an opportunity to consider how charities are faring at a time of recession. Watch live at 10am.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commonwealth democracy debate in Lords

The Commonwealth’s shared goals in democracy and development will be debated in the House of Lords tomorrow.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Boris Johnson and Bob Crow give evidence on Tube finances

The Transport Committee hears evidence from London Mayor, Boris Johnson, and Bob Crow of the Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers' union, as part of the Committee's inquiry into the progress made on London Underground and its public-private partnership (PPP) agreements. Watch live from 2.45pm.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords debate on climate change

Members of the House of Lords debated the Committee on Climate Change's progress report 'Meeting Carbon Budgets - the need for a step change' on 8 December.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cluster Munitions Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading - general principles - of the Cluster Munitions (Prohibitions) Bill on 8 December.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debate on flooding in west Cumbria

Copeland MP, Jamie Reed, opened a House of Commons adjournment debate on the recent severe flooding in west Cumbria. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, responded for the Government.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister questioned on regeneration in Bexley

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Communities and Local Government, Barbara Follett, answered a written question from David Evennett on funding provided for regeneration and housing projects in the London Borough of Bexley.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee calls for Ombudsman reforms

The Public Administration Committee today publishes a report calling for two key reforms to the relationship between the House of Commons and the Parliamentary and Health Services Ombudsman.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the future of the Purton Hulks

Stroud MP, David Drew, introduced a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the heritage value of the Purton Hulks - a collection of beached vessels that date from 1919 to 1965. Culture, Media and Sport Minister, Margaret Hodge, responded for the Government.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Speaker on evolution in the House of Lords

Baroness Hayman, the Lord Speaker, delivered a keynote speech to the Hansard Society on strengthening Parliament - 'Ethics, ermine and engagement: evolution in the House of Lords' - in the Robing Room, House of Lords, on 9 December.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee announces inquiry into 2009 Pre-Budget Report

The Treasury Committee has today announced an inquiry into the 2009 Pre-Budget Report.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chancellor delivers 2009 Pre-Budget Report

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, has delivered his Pre-Budget Report to the House of Commons.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

David Miliband questioned on developments in the EU

The Foreign Affairs Committee takes evidence from the Foreign Secretary in advance of the December meeting of the European Council of EU heads of state. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland banking inquiry hears evidence from Lloyds

The Scottish Affairs Committee, which is holding an inquiry into banking in Scotland, hears evidence from Archie Kane of the Lloyds Banking Group. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

British agriculture: Lords debate

Agriculture and global food security will be debated by the House of Lords tomorrow in relation to a report published by the Royal Society.
Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home Affairs Committee publish UK Border Agency report

In a report released today, the Home Affairs Committee expresses its regrets that case registrations at the UK Border Agency ever became “so chaotic” and hopes that the new model for case handling will enable UKBA to resolve historic problems - and cases – and show that it is working as it should.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Energy Bill: Commons debates second reading

The Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Ed Miliband, moved the second reading of the Energy Bill in the Commons.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee inquiries into cocaine trade and terrorist attacks continue

The Home Affairs Committee takes evidence from 10.30am for two of its inquiries, with Sir Ian Blair, former Metropolitan Police Commissioner, and Keith Hellawell, former Government Drugs Adviser, among the witnesses appearing before the Committee.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Money laundering and terrorism: Lords debate

Members of the House of Lords discussed the EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs report on money laundering and the financing of terrorism on 7 December.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

UK asylum system: adjournment debate in Commons

Clare Short, Independent Labour MP for Birmingham Ladywood, introduced an adjournment debate in the Commons on the UK asylum system, destitution and homelessness.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pandemic influenza: Lords debate

Members of the House of Lords discussed the Lords Science and Technology Committee's report on pandemic influenza on 7 December.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on refuge centres in Enfield

Government minister, Maria Eagle, answered a written question from David Burrowes on funding provided for women's refuges and rape crisis centres in Enfield.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on pub companies

The Business Innovation and Skills Committee examine developments following the publication of its report on Pub Companies in May 2009, with a follow-up evidence session at 10.30am.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Michael Grade questioned on future for local and regional media

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee will question Michael Grade, chairman of ITV, and Siôn Simon, Minister for Creative Industries, as part of its inquiry into the future of local and regional media. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Smarter government

Liam Byrne, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, made a statement to the Commons on Government plans for putting frontline services first by employing smarter government.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee private finance projects inquiry continues

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee inquiry into Private Finance Projects and off-balance sheet debt continues at 3.35pm.
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Housing standards inquiry hears from Minister

The Communities and Local Government Committee holds the latest evidence session of its 'Beyond Decent Homes' inquiry at 4.40pm.
Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publish report on the future of aviation

In a wide-ranging report, the Transport Select Committee today calls on the Government to ensure that the UK’s major airports, particularly Heathrow, are connected to a future high-speed rail system.
Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs quiz Ministers on the future of transport in the South West

MPs on the South West Select Committee will take evidence from Jim Knight MP, the Regional Minister, and Chris Mole MP, Minister of State in the Department of Transport as part of the Committee’s ongoing inquiry into Transport in the South West.
Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry continues into Sure Start Children’s Centres

The Children, Schools and Families Commitee holds an evidence session as part of its inquiry into Sure Start Children's Centres at 4pm.
Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publishes cultural legislative powers report

Powers relating to cultural services provided by county and county borough councils in Wales should be transferred to the National Assembly for Wales, concludes the Welsh Affairs Committee in a report published today.
Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee urge Government to opt in to new asylum directives

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs publishes its report today into the scrutiny of opt-in decisions on asylum directives. This is the first report from the Committee since the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon.
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords to debate pandemic influenza

Members of the House of Lords will discuss the Science and Technology Committee report ‘Pandemic Influenza: Follow Up’ in a debate on Monday 7 December, in the House of Lords.
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Future of the BBC

Members of the House of Lords debated the future of the BBC on 3 December.
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister questioned on regeneration in Kent

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Communities and Local Government, Barbara Follett, answered a question from Stephen Ladyman on funding for regeneration projects in the Thanet and Dover district council areas.
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Modern languages and the economy

Members of the House of Lords debated the contribution of modern language skills to the UK economy on 3 December.
Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on breast cancer rates in the West Midlands

Cabinet Office Minister, Angela E. Smith, answered a written question from Caroline Spelman on the number of people diagnosed with breast cancer in the West Midlands since 1997.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Bullingdon Prison in Oxfordshire

Banbury MP, Tony Baldry, introduced a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on proposed budget cuts for prisons including HMP Bullingdon in Oxfordshire. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice, Claire Ward, responded for the Government.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on gifted children in North West schools

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Schools, Diana R. Johnson, answered a question from Edward Timpson on the number of children in Crewe and Nantwich and the Cheshire East local authority area that have been identified as gifted and talented.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Economy Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading - main principles - of the Digital Economy Bill on 2 December.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Impact of hard economic times on public services

The Commons Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) hears evidence from four expert commentators on its new inquiry into public administration and the fiscal squeeze. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate citizens advice bureaux

Charlotte Atkins, Labour MP for Staffordshire Moorlands, opened a debate on citizens advice bureaux to celebrate the achievements of bureaux over the past 70 years and examine their current difficulties and future challenges. Kevin Brennan, Minister for Further Education, Skills, Apprenticeships and Consumer Affairs, responded to the debate.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on sports facilities in the East of England

Sports Minister, Gerry Sutcliffe, answered a written question from Malcolm Moss on the number of sports facilities in each district and unitary local authority area in the East of England.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Affairs Committee inquiries follow-up

The Commons Welsh Affairs Committee follows-up its recent cross-border inquiries on health and eudcation and questions three UK Government Ministers: Mike O'Brien (Health), Phil Woolas (Regional Minister, NW) and David Lammy (Higher Education and Intellectual Property). Watch live from 10.30am.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Whittington Hospital in Islington

Labour MP, Jeremy Corbyn, opened a House of Commons adjournment debate on the future of the Whittington Hospital in Islington. Health Minister, Mike O'Brien, responded for the Government.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Future of local media inquiry hears from Google UK

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee questions Matt Brittin, Managing Director of Google UK, as part of its inquiry into the future for local and regional media. Watch live from 10.30am.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Report Stage of Equality Bill

The House of Commons debated the Report Stage and Third Reading of the Equality Bill.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on housing benefit in Newcastle Upon Tyne

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Work and Pensions, Helen Goodman, answered a written question from Jim Cousins on housing benefit and council tax benefit in Newcatle Upon Tyne.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on classroom assistants in the North East

Minister of State for Schools and Learners, Vernon Coaker, answered a written question from Jim Cousins on the number of full-time teaching assistants in schools in the North East region.
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on holiday play schemes in the South East

Minister of State for Children, Young People and Families, Dawn Primarolo, answered a question from Norman Baker on the number of holiday play schemes in Lewes, East Sussex and the South East.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Environment Committee reports on its pre-appointment hearing

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee publishes its report on its pre-appointment hearing held recently with the Government's preferrred candidate - Poul Christensen CBE - for the chairmanship of the Natural England organisation.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on motoring offences in Norwich

Justice Minister, Maria Eagle, answered a written question from Chloe Smith on the number of motoring convictions in the Norwich North constituency resulting in a custodial sentance since 1997.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 2 December 2009

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including Afghanistan, the Copenhagen Conference, inheritance tax, domestic violence and the Cumbria floods.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates EU proposals on future financial regulation

The Commons debated the EU Commission's draft legislative proposals to establish a new supervisory financial architecture which establishes a European systemic risk board, comprised of EU central banks, to identify risks in the financial system. The debate was initiated by the UK Parliament's European Scrutiny Committee.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Bill: Lords second reading

Members of the House of Lords discussed the second reading of the Northern Ireland Assembly Members Bill on 1 December. The Bill addresses salaries, allowances and pensions for Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debates future of higher education

Rob Wilson, Conservative MP for Reading East, opened a debate on the future of higher education in Westminster Hall. David Lammy, Minister for Higher Education, responded to the debate.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Alan Johnson makes statement on Gary McKinnon extradition

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, made a Commons statement on his decision not to intervene to stop Gary McKinnon's extradition to the United States. The statement was made in response to an urgent question from David Burrowes, Conservative MP for Enfield Southgate, on behalf of his constituent, Mr McKinnon.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee EU cyber-attack inquiry continues

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs inquiry into EU policy on protecting Europe from large scale cyber-attacks continues at 10.45am.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

EU trade policy: Lords debate

Members of the Lords discussed the House of Lords European Sub-Committee on Economic and Financial Affairs and International Trade's report on developments in EU trade policy on 1 December.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Transport Committee questions Lord Adonis

The Transport Committee hears evidence on the work of the Department for Transport over the past year from Transport Minister, Lord Adonis, and Robert Devereux, Permanent Secretary, from 2.45pm.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Foreign Affairs Committee looks at UK-US relations

The Commons Foreign Affairs Committee holds an evidence session with BBC journalist Justin Webb - recently returned from the US - and former diplomats Sir Jeremy Greenstock and Sir David Manning, as part of its inquiry into global security and UK-US relations. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on specialised diplomas in South Yorkshire

Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Iain Wright, answered a written question from Jeff Ennis on the number of students enrolled on a 14 to 19 diploma course in Barnsley and South Yorkshire.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on adapting to climate change

The House of Lords European Union Environment and Agriculture Sub-Committee takes evidence at 11am from Natural England, the independent public body that seeks to protect and improve England’s natural environment.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on child maintenance and enforcement

The Commons Work and Pensions Committee is holding a one-off evidence session with senior executives at the Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

International Development Committee HIV/AIDS strategy report

In its latest report on HIVAIDS, published on World AIDS Day, the International Development Committee has expressed concern that DFID’s HIV/AIDS Strategy may not be effective in providing prevention and care services in the community or in tackling the interaction between HIV/AIDS and other diseases, such as TB and malaria.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on delayed and late flights from Heathrow airport

Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Paul Clark, answered a question from Norman Baker regarding the number of delays of flights arriving at and taking off from Heathrow airport.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s statement on Afghanistan and Pakistan

Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, made a statement to the Commons about sending more British troops to Afghanistan and the progress made by Pakistan in taking on al-Qaeda in Waziristan.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence session on how UK should adapt to climate change

The Commons Environmental Audit Committee holds an evidence session on adapting to climate change with senior directors of Natural England, Water UK and the UK Climate Impacts Programme. Watch live from 10.20am.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on jobseeker’s allowance claims in the South East

Cabinet Office Minister, Angela E. Smith, answered a written question from Norman Baker on the number of people aged between 16 and 24 who have claimed jobseeker's allowance in Lewes and the South East.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Future of the BBC: Lords debate

The future of the BBC will be debated in the House of Lords this Thursday, 3 December.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on youth unemployment in the Vale of Clwyd

Cabinet Office Minister, Angela E. Smith, answered a question from Chris Ruane on long-term youth unemployment in the Vale of Clwyd constituency.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons statement on NHS patient safety

Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, made a statement to the House of Commons about the patient safety in the National Health Service (NHS), particularly in a number of hospital trusts in Essex.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee inquiry into Private Finance Projects continues

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee inquiry into Private Finance Projects and off-balance sheet debt continues at 3.35pm.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cocaine trade inquiry continues

The Commons Home Affairs Committee holds an evidence session with Justice Minister, Maria Eagle, the UK Border Agency, the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) and senior police officers as part of its inquiry into the cocaine trade. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

UK economy and language: Lords debate

The contribution of modern language skills to the UK economy will be debated this Thursday, 3 December, in the House of Lords after 11.30am.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Death of Baroness David

Labour life Peer and oldest woman Member of the House of Lords, Baroness David, died on 29 November aged 96.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Defence equipment inquiry questions MoD

The Defence Committee continues its inquiry into the MoD’s Defence Equipment programme. Watch from 10.30am.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Financial Services Bill second reading in the Commons

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, introduced the Second Reading of the Financial Services Bill in the Commons.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Leader’s Group report: Code of Conduct debate

Members of the House of Lords discussed the Leader's Group report on the House of Lords Code of Conduct on 30 November.
Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children caught up in UK immigration system detained for too long

In a report released Sunday 29 November 2009, the Commons Home Affairs Committee says too many children are being detained, for too long, in UK immigration centres.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker gives Hansard Society annual lecture

John Bercow, Speaker of the House of Commons, will give the Hansard Society/Political Studies Association annual lecture - Parliament in an anti-politics age - at Portcullis House, Westminster at 6.30pm this evening (Monday 30 November).
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Second evidence session of homeopathy inquiry

The Commons Science and Technology Committee holds the second evidence session of its inquiry into how the Government uses evidence to formulate its policy on homeopathy. Witnesses include Health Minister, Mike O'Brien, and senior health officials . Watch live from 4.15pm.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at government language

The Commons Public Administration Committee publishes a report urging politicians and public servants to use language that is clear, honest and understandable. The report gives examples of official language that fails this test.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry into preventing violent extremism begins

The Communities and Local Government Committee holds the first evidence session of its inquiry into the Government's policy on preventing violent extremism. Watch from 4.20pm.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker calls for a reconnection between Parliament and public

John Bercow, Speaker of the House of Commons, gave the Hansard Society/Political Studies Association annual lecture - Parliament in an anti-politics age - at Portcullis House, Westminster this evening.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Internal Market hears from Minister

The House of Lords EU Internal Market Sub-Committee takes evidence at 4.05pm from Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, Minister of State, Department of Energy and Climate Change.
Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debating the Queen’s Speech in the Lords

Forty Members of the Lords contributed to the sixth, and final, day of debate on the Queen's Speech covering the topics of equality, social affairs, health and education on 26 November.
Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee publishes report on business appointments hearing

The Public Administration Select Committee publishes its report on the pre-appointment hearing it held with Lord Lang of Monkton, the Prime Minister's preferred candidate for the post of Chair of the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments.
Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates the Queen’s Speech

Once the Queen has delivered the Speech outlining the Government's agenda for the coming year, each House begins discussing the proposed programme of new laws and policies.
Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Call for election of Commons select committee members

Graham Allen, Labour MP for Nottingham North, introduced an adjournment debate in the House of Commons on the election of members of select committees. The debate included discussion on the recent report from the House of Commons Reform Committee, of which Mr Allen was a member.
Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chancellor makes statement on emergency bank loans

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, made a statement to the Commons on the emergency loans made by the Bank of England to the Royal Bank of Scotland and HBOS in the autumn of 2008.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons statement on future of Scottish devolution

Scottish Secretary, Jim Murphy made a statement to the Commons about the publication of the Government's White Paper on plans for further devolution in Scotland.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Personal care at home consultation published

Phil Hope, Minister of State at the Department of Health, made a written ministerial statement in the Commons about his department's new consultation document: Personal Care at Home: a consultation on proposals for regulations and guidance.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

European Social Fund inquiry continues

The House of Lords EU Social Policy and Consumer Affairs Sub-Committee takes evidence at 9.40am as part of its inquiry into the effectiveness of the 2007-13 European Social Fund (ESF) and how it might be amended and resourced in the future.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Speaker’s statement: review of financial support for Lords

The Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB) published its report on the financial support for Members of the House of Lords on 26 November.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence on European Defence Agency

The House of Lords European Union Foreign Affairs, Defence and Development Policy Sub-Committee takes evidence at 10.35am from Baroness Taylor, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence and Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Health Committee’s social care inquiry continues

The Health Committee continues its inquiry into social care, taking evidence from a number of voluntary organisations involved in caring for the disabled, elderly and mentally ill. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Result of the ballot for Private Members’ Bills

Brian Iddon, Labour MP for Bolton South East, has topped the annual MPs' ballot for Private Members' Bills. Fellow Labour MPs David Chaytor, Andrew Gwynne and Albert Owen were second, third and fourth.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister questioned on class sizes in Sussex

Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Schools, Diana R. Johnson, answered a written question from Norman Baker on average class sizes in both Sussex and his Lewes constituency.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Review of financial support for Lords published

The Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB) has published its report today on the financial support system for Members of the House of Lords.
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Banking in Scotland inquiry continues

The Commons Scottish Affairs Committee takes evidence from the Federation of Small Businesses, the Law Society of Scotland and Citizens' Advice Scotland as part of its inquiry into Banking in Scotland. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question International Development Secretary

The Commons International Development Committee holds a one-off evidence session with Secretary of State, Douglas Alexander, on the Department's 2009 annual report. Watch live from 3.30pm.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry on priorities in railway investment continues

The Commons Transport Committee is hearing evidence from various rail freight groups and Chris Mole, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, as part of its continuing inquiry into priorities for investment in the railways. Watch live from 2.45pm.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 25 November 2009

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including the recent flooding in Cumbria, the banning of extremist groups and the Iraq inquiry.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee investigates chlamydia screening programme

The Commons Public Accounts Committee is holding an evidence session on young people's sexual health and the National Chlamydia Screening Programme with senior officials from the Department of Health and the Health Protection Agency. Watch live from 3.30pm.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker’s Conference publishes interim report

The Speaker’s Conference has called for political parties to be required to make public the number of women, people from ethnic minorities and disabled people who come forward for selection as parliamentary candidates.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Homeopathy policy evidence session

The Commons Science and Technology Committee holds the first evidence session of its inquiry into how the government uses evidence to formulate its policy on homeopathy. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on King George Hospital in Ilford

Labour MP, Mike Gapes, introduced a House of Commons adjournment debate on the future of King George Hospital in Ilford. Health Minister, Mike O'Brien, responded for the Government.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee looks at policy on largescale cyber-attacks

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs inquiry into EU policy on protecting Europe from large scale cyber-attacks continues at 10.45am.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Turner gives evidence to Treasury Committee

The Commons Treasury Committee holds an evidence session on the Financial Services Authority's (FSA) annual report with the FSA's chairman, Lord Turner and Chief Executive, Hector Sants. Watch live from 2.30pm.
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate cowboy builders

Dr Vince Cable, Liberal Democrat MP for Twickenham, opened a short debate in the Commons on cowboy builders. Kevin Brennan, Minister for Further Education, Skills, Apprenticeships and Consumer Affairs responded to the debate.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mervyn King appears before Treasury Committee

The Treasury Committee holds an evidence session on the Bank of England's November 2009 inflation report with Governor, Mervyn King, other bank directors and members of the Monetary Policy Committee. Watch live from 9.45am.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Future of local and regional media inquiry continues

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee holds its fifth evidence session with senior executives from Ofcom, the Office of Fair Trading and the BBC as part of its inquiry into the future for regional and local media. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

International Development Committee to hold public meeting

Parliamentary Outreach will host a public meeting of the International Development Committee in Birmingham on Thursday 3 December as part of the Committee's inquiry into DFID's aid programme for Bangladesh.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry into broadband speed continues

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee holds an oral evidence session at 9.30am as part of its inquiry into broadband speed.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons statement on Cumbrian floods

Hilary Benn, Environment Secretary, made a statement to the House of Commons about the serious flooding in Cumbria and other parts of the UK.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Keep Grand Prix at Silverstone, says Committee

The British Grand Prix is vital to the future well-being of the British motor sport industry and it would be a massively damaging blow if it was to disappear.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee hears from Bank of England Governor

Mervyn King, Governor of the Bank of England, gives evidence on the current economic outlook to the House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee at 3.35pm.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home Affairs Committee talks to new ID Commissioner

The Home Affairs Committee holds a one-off session with new Identity Commissioner, Sir Joseph Pilling, and then starts a short inquiry about the effects on the police of potential funding cuts with a number of senior officers and the police minister. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions Lord Chancellor Jack Straw

The Justice Committee holds a one-off evidence session with Jack Straw, Justice Secretary and Lord Chancellor, on the work of the Ministry of Justice. Watch live from 4.15pm.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee calls for urgent Commons changes

A Committee of MPs established by the House of Commons in July 2009 to look into reform of the House of Commons, following concerns raised about its standing and independence in the wake of the expenses crisis, concludes that urgent change is needed to make the House a more vital institution, more responsive to the public and more independent of Ministers in deciding what it debates.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions Defence Secretary Bob Ainsworth

The Defence Committee takes evidence from Bob Ainsworth MP, Secretary of State for Defence, at 10.30am.
Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs investigate rheumatoid arthritis services

The Public Accounts Committee hears evidence from senior Health Department and National Health Service (NHS) executives about the services offered to people with rheumatoid arthritis. Watch live from 4.30pm.
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wales: rail and cross-border transport inquiry

The Welsh Affairs Committee, joined by the Welsh Assembly's Enterprise and Learning Committee, will take evidence today in Cardiff from train companies Arriva and First Great Western about future rail infrastructure in the principality. The meeting is held in the Assembly's committee rooms 1 and 2 and you can watch live from 11am.
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Decent homes inquiry takes evidence in Stockport

The Communities and Local Government Committee hears evidence in Stockport from public and private landlords' associations as part of its 'Beyond Decent Homes' inquiry.
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry into Better Regulation Agenda continues

The House of Lords European Union Internal Market Sub-Committee inquiry into the Better Regulation Agenda continues at 4.05pm.
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New Bills introduced in the Lords

Four Government and 12 Private Members' Bills were introduced in the House of Lords on 19 November.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee says action must be taken on UK children

On the 20th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), Parliament’s Joint Select Committee on Human Rights says the UK needs a concerted plan to address the UK’s poor ranking for child well being among industrialised nations.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence sessions for homeopathy inquiry announced

The Commons Science and Technology Committee has announced its first evidence sessions for its inquiry into how the Government uses evidence to formulate its policy on homeopathy.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs ask questions about the 2011 census

The Commons Public Administration Committee speaks to various experts on the proposed new questions which will be asked in the 2011official census, as part of its inquiry into the preparations for that event. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee takes evidence on European Social Fund

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee G (Social Policy and Consumer Affairs) takes evidence at 9.40am as part of its inquiry into the effectiveness of the 2007-13 European Social Fund (ESF) and how it might be amended and resourced in the future.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Social care inquiry continues

The Health Committee holds the latest evidence session in its inquiry into the future of social care services with a number of community and home care assocations. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at work of serious crime agency

The Commons Home Affairs Committee recommends in its latest report that the Serious and Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) should be more accountable than it is currently.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home Secretary responds to MPs on sacking of Professor Nutt

The Commons Science and Technology Committee publishes Home Secretary, Alan Johnson's, response to its request for background to the sacking of Professor David Nutt as Chairman of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence sessions on defence equipment inquiry announced

The Defence Committee announced its first three evidence sessions in its inquiry into aspects of the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Defence Equipment programme.
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

State Opening: 18 November 2009

One of the most colourful events of the parliamentary year, the State Opening of the new 2009-10 session of Parliament, takes place on 18 November.
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debating the Queen’s Speech in the Commons

After the State Opening on Wednesday 18 November, both Houses of Parliament get back to work - debating and passing legislation and examining and scrutinising the work of the Government.
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary Outreach shortlisted for award

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Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New Bills announced in Queen’s Speech

Thirteen new Bills were announced today in the Queen's Speech.
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New inquiry into bio-engineering launched

The Commons Science and Technology Committee announces its inquiry into bio-engineering, examining how the UK can maintain a globally competititve position in emerging and existing bio-engineering research fields.
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on European financial regulation proposals

Following an urgent inquiry into the European Commission’s proposals for financial regulation, the Commons Treasury Committee today publishes its report on the subject.
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on South Downs National Park

Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Hilary Benn, made a written statement confirming the establishment of the South Downs National Park on 31 March 2010.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Draft Immigration Bill published

Phil Woolas, Borders and Immigration Minister, announced the publication of the Government's new draft Immigration Bill in a Written Ministerial Statement in the Commons.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates Policing and Crime Bill

The Commons debated Lords Amendments to the Policing and Crime Bill which draws together a number of policy issues on policing and crime.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prorogation: end of parliamentary year

Both Houses of Parliament officially prorogued on 12 November and will meet again for the State Opening of Parliament on 18 November.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Royal Assent: 12 November 2009

13 Bills became Acts of Parliament (law) on 12 November and are the final Bills enacted during the 2008-09 parliamentary session.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Urgent question on First Capital Connect

Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, answered an urgent question from St Albans MP, Anne Main, on delays to First Capital Connect services.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate health inequalities report

Kevin Barron MP, Chairman of the Health Committee, opened a debate in Westminster Hall on his Committee's report published earlier this year on Health Inequalities, and the Government's Response.
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee continues inquiry into future of social care

The Health Committee holds the latest evidence session in its inquiry into the future of social care services with, amongst others, the union UNISON and Lady Young, Chair of the Care Quality Commission. Watch live from 10am.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on support for small businesses in Sussex

Minister for Regional Economic Development, Rosie Winterton, answered a written question from Nicholas Soames on Government support for small and medium-sized businesses in Sussex.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Lords amendments to Apprenticeships Bill

The Commons debated Lords amendments to the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill, which introduces a wide range of measures covering apprenticeships, learning and skills and educational provision.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the future of the South London line

Bermondsey MP, Simon Hughes, introduced a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the future of the South London line. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, responded for the Government.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 11 November 2009

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including Afghanistan, youth unemployment, child protection and respite for carers.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the work of the DWP in Plymouth

Labour MP, Linda Gilroy, raised a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the work of the Department of Work and Pensions in Plymouth. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Helen Goodman, responded for the Government.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Marine Bill: Commons amendments

Members of the Lords considered the Commons amendments to the Marine and Coastal Access Bill on 11 November.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Policing and Crime Bill: Lords third reading

Members of the Lords discussed the third reading of the Policing and Crime Bill - legislation which would change the law on a range of issues including the accountability of the police, the laws on soliciting and more - on 11 November.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee criticises Government over lack of regulation reviews

The House of Lords Merits Committee publishes its report today into how the Government evaluates whether its Statutory Instruments (SIs) are working.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate non-proliferation treaty review conference

Tony Lloyd, Labour MP for Manchester Central, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on the prospects for the 2010 nuclear non-proliferation treaty review conference.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Questions to Welsh Secretary: 11 November 2009

Welsh Secretary, Peter Hain, answered MPs' questions on subjects including the economy, the Welsh Defence League and the future jobs fund.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Questions on anti-social behaviour offences in the East of England

Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Claire Ward, answered questions from David Amess and Nadine Dorries on cautions and fines imposed for anti-social behaviour offences in Essex and Bedfordshire.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at post office programme

The Public Accounts Committee publishes a report today looking at the planning of the Post Office Network Change Programme.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners Bill: Commons amendments

Members of the Lords considered Commons amendments to the Coroners and Justice Bill on 11 November.
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Apprenticeships Bill: Lords third reading

Members of the Lords discussed the third reading of the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill on 10 November.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Transport Committee questions train operators

The Transport Committee hears evidence from a number of train operators as part of its inquiry into priorities for investment in the railways. Watch live from 3.45pm.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Financial regulation: Lords EU Committee report

Members of the Lords discussed the European Union Committee's report on the future of EU financial regulation and supervision on 10 November.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee inquiry into research funding continues

The Lords Science and Technology Committee will take evidence at 3.40pm from six organisations as part of its inquiry into research funding.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate Lords amendments to Health Bill

The Commons debated Lords amendments to the Health Bill, which aims to improve the quality of NHS care and to improve public health.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee examines UK-US foreign relations

The Foreign Affairs Committee examines several expert witnesses as part of its inquiry into the relationship between the UK and the US and the implications this has for UK foreign policy. Watch live from 5.30pm.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fast-track legislation: Lords Constitution Committee report

Members of the Lords discussed the Constitution Committee's report on the constitutional implications and safeguards of legislation fast-tracked through Parliament on 10 November.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Centre for Defence Medicine at Selly Oak

Birmingham Edgbaston MP, Gisela Stuart, opened a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the Centre for Defence Medicine at Selly Oak. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence, Kevan Jones, responded for the Government.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate financial services regulation

David Heathcoat-Amory, Conservative MP for Wells, introduced a debate in Westminster Hall on the regulation of financial services.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ofcom and Culture Secretary give evidence to Committee

The House of Lords Communications Committee will question Ben Bradshaw MP, Secretary of State for the Department of Culture, Media and Sport at 11.30am as part of its inquiry into the British film and television industries.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Omagh bomb inquiry: intelligence-sharing and lessons learnt

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee holds the latest evidence session of its investigation focusing on the sharing of intelligence relating to the bombing, and lessons learnt in the intervening 10 years. Watch live from 5pm.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rethink Parliament programme launched

The Speaker of the House of Commons, the Rt Hon John Bercow MP, opened the Rethink Parliament programme on 5 November 2009.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate amendments to Welfare Reform Bill

The Commons debated Lords amendments to the Welfare Reform Bill which proposes the reform of the benefits system by improving support and incentives for people to move from benefits into work.
Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee investigating PFI hear from academic experts

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee, who are currently conducting an inquiry into Private Finance Projects and off-balance sheet debt, will hear oral evidence at 3.05pm from Professor Allyson Pollock of the University of Edinburgh and Dr Chris Edwards of the University of East Anglia as well as Sir Peter Dixon, Chairman of UCL Hospital.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on flood defences in the West Midlands

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Marine and Natural Environment, Huw Irranca-Davies, answered a written question from Bill Wiggin on spending on flood defences in the West Midlands in the last five years.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question former Prime Minister John Major

The Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) questions the former Prime Minister, Sir John Major, about ministerial and other appointments from outside Parliament. Watch from 11am.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on East of England Development Agency

Minister of State for Regional Economic Development, Rosie Winterton, answered a written question from Caroline Spelman on the amount of money spent by the East of England Development Agency on external public relations and marketing agencies.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question Home Secretary about UK-US Extradition Treaty

The Home Affairs Committee questions various witnesses, including Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, about the role of the Home Secretary in relation to the UK-US Extradition Treaty. Watch from 4.30pm.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry: Young people not in education, training or employment

The Children, Schools and Families Committee has announced it is to hold run a new inquiry into young people not in education, employment or training - otherwise known as NEETs.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords EU Committee to question Lord Myners

Lord Myners, Financial Services Secretary, gives evidence to the House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Economic and Financial Affairs, and International Trade at 3.05pm.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Local Democracy Bill: Commons amendments

Members of the Lords considered Commons amendments to the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Bill on 9 November.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Animal research Directive risks failure warns Committee

The House of Lords EU Committee has carried out an inquiry into the proposed revision of the EU Directive on the protection of animals used for scientific purposes. In its report, published today, the Committee warns that the revised Directive will fail to meet its objectives unless there are effective safeguards to ensure that its requirements are implemented consistently across all EU Member States.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Home Office response to terrorist attacks

The Home Affairs Committee hears evidence on the Home Office's response to terror attacks from witnesses involved in preventing, investigating, and prosecuting such attacks. Watch from 10.30am.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister gives evidence on Lisbon Treaty and European Council

The House of Lords European Union Select Committee hears evidence from Chris Bryant, Minister for Europe, at 4.10pm, on the implementation of the Lisbon Treaty, and the UK Government’s position on potential candidates for President of the European Council and EU High Representative.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on funding of Stonehenge visitor centre

Culture, Media and Sport Secretary, Ben Bradshaw, answered an oral question from Robert Key on whether the proposed funding for the visitor centre at Stonehenge includes provision for partnership joint funding of Stonehenge galleries at Salisbury and Devises.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Scottish and Northern Ireland banknotes

The House of Lords considered the Scottish and Northern Ireland Banknote Regulations 2009, designed to offer holders of such banknotes a similar level of protection to holders of Bank of England banknotes, in Grand Committee on 9 November.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Equality and Human Rights Commission Chair gives evidence

The Joint Committee on Human Rights holds its annual evidence session with the Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), Trevor Phillips OBE, at 1.45pm.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on Energy National Policy

The Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Edward Miliband, gave a statement to the House of Commons about the energy national policy statements and the Government's proposals on clean coal.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs debate the Coroners and Justice Bill

The House of Commons considered the Lords amendments to the Coroners and Justice Bill. The introduction of this Bill follows a number of separate reviews of the law on coroners and justice.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on healthcare associated infections

The Public Accounts Committee today publishes a report examining progress in reducing healthcare associated infections in hospitals.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Health Bill: Lords considered Commons amendments

On 9 November, Members of the Lords with experience of and expertise in health services and the NHS, considered Commons amendments to the Health Bill on issues including NHS foundation trusts, mental health services and banning the sale of tobacco from vending machines.
Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Benefits system evidence session

The Work and Pensions Committee holds the second evidence session of its inquiry into decision-making and appeals in the benefits system. watch from 4.15pm.
Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Copenhagen climate change conference

Energy and Climate Change Secretary, Edward Miliband, opened a House of Commons debate on preparation for the Copenhagen climate change conference in December.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report urges action on Wales’ cruise market potential

Huge growth in the leisure cruise market in the last ten years must be seized upon by the Government to deliver significant opportunities for economies in and around Welsh ports, says the Welsh Affairs Committee in a report published today.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on bus services in Hertfordshire

Transport Minister, Sadiq Khan, answered a written question from Anne Main on the percentage change in levels of bus usage in Hertfordshire since 1996.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners Bill: Lords third reading

Members of the Lords considered the third reading of the Coroners and Justice Bill on 5 November.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Armed Forces: future defence policy

Thirty-five Members of the Lords contributed to a debate on the Armed Forces and future defence policy on 6 November.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Armed Forces experts debate in House of Lords

Armed Forces experts, including three former Defence Ministers and four former Chiefs of the Defence Staff, take part in a debate in the House of Lords on Friday, 6 November, from 10am.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on change of East Coast Main Line franchise

Transport Secretary, Lord Adonis, made a written ministerial statement on the East Coast Main Line franchise:
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Policing and Crime Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords completed the second, and final, day of report stage on the Policing and Crime Bill on 5 November.
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on maintenance of prisons

The Public Accounts Committee publishes its report on the maintenance of the prison estate, which examines the work of the National Offender Management Service (NOMS), its management processes, its understanding of whole life costs, and the way it works with external contractors.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on pupil funding in Haringey

Hornsey and Wood Green MP, Lynne Featherstone, led a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the amount of money children in Haringey schools get - nearly £1200 less per head - in comparison to children in neighbouring boroughs such as Hackney, Islington and Camden.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

EU Committee looks at effectiveness of the European Social Fund

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee G (Social Policy and Consumer Affairs) takes evidence at 9.40am from representatives of the Learning and Skills Council as part of its inquiry into the effectiveness of the 2007-13 European Social Fund and how it might be amended and resourced in the future.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Short debates in the Lords: 4 November 2009

In five short debates in the House of Lords on 4 November, Members discussed a range of issues including: detention and deportation under immigration and asylum law; the Sudanese government; cerebral palsy; the Vision 2020 initiative to prevent avoidable blindness; and BBC programming and humanism.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords Committee takes evidence on research funding priorities

The Lords Science and Technology Committee inquiry on setting science research funding priorities continues at 10.40am.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Apprenticeships Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords discussed the second, and final, day of report stage on the Bill to address a range of issues from apprenticeships, to enhancing training opportunities, on 4 November.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parliamentary and Health Services Ombudsman gives evidence

The Public Administration Select Committee (PASC) hears evidence from Ann Abraham, the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO). The session is the Committee’s regular annual survey of the work of the Ombudsman. Watch from 10am.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on sustainable housing in Blackpool

Labour MP, Gorden Marsden, opened a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on sustainable housing strategies for Marton Moss in Blackpool. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Ian Austin, responded for the Government.
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on cancer rates in the North East

Cabinet Office Minister, Angela E. Smith, answered a written question from Stephen Hepburn on the number of people diagnosed with cancer in the North East of England.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland questions: 4 November 2009

Northern Ireland Secretary, Shaun Woodward, answered MPs' questions on subjects including the Saville inquiry, paramilitary activities, the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland, loyalist decommissioning, devolution and local government reorganisation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Welfare Reform Bill: Lords third reading

Members of the Lords discussed the third reading of the Welfare Reform Bill on 3 November.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Myners appears before Treasury Committee

The Treasury Committee hears its second day of evidence from expert witnesses - including Lord Myners, Financial Services Secretary to the Treasury - on two of its current inquiries:
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 4 November 2009

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including cancer care, operations in Afghanistan, MPs' expenses, the European Union, tax credits, the UK Youth Parliament, the car scrappage scheme and scientific advice to the Government.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Officials give evidence to Lords inquiry into the Cabinet Office

Sir Gus O’Donnell, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service and Jeremy Heywood, Permanent Secretary at No.10 Downing Street give evidence to the House of Lords Constitution Committee at 11am as part of their inquiry into the Cabinet Office and the Centre of Government.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement: Higher education

In a statement on 3 November, Business Secretary, Lord Mandelson, updated Members of the Lords on the Government's plans for improving access to higher education.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on investigation into collapse of MG Rover

Birmingham Northfield MP, Richard Burden, introduced a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the results of the investigation into the affairs of Phoenix Venture Holdings Group and MG Rover Group. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skill, Ian Lucas, responded for the Government.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on Arts Council funding in the West Midlands

Minister for Creative Industries, Sion Simon, answered a written question from Rob Marris MP on Arts Council spending in different parts of the West Midlands.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on police community support officers in Somerset

Taunton MP, Jeremy Brown, opened a House of Commons adjournment debate on the budget for police community support officers in Somerset. Minister for Policing, Crime and Counter-Terrorism, David Hanson, responded for the Government.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on dental services in the East of England

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health Services, Ann Keen, answered a written question on the number of dentists in each county of the East of England who undertake NHS work.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Channel 4 Chief Executive appears before Lords Committee

Andy Duncan, Chief Executive of Channel 4, is among the witnesses giving evidence at 11.30am to the House of Lords Communications Committee as part of its inquiry into British television and film industries.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Work of the UK Border Agency evidence session

The Home Affairs Committee questions the Immigration Minister, Phil Woolas, and Lin Homer, Chief Executive of the UK Border Agency (UKBA). This is one of the Committee’s regular evidence sessions on the work of UKBA. Watch live from 10.30am
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Policing and Crime Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords discussed the first day of report stage of the Policing and Crime Bill on 3 November.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Death of Lord Steinberg

Conservative life Peer, Lord Steinberg, died on 2 November aged 73.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on affordable housing in South Lakeland

Westmorland and Lonsdale MP, Tim Farron, raised a Westminster Hall debate on the lack of affordable housing in rural areas, including South Lakeland in Cumbria. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Barbara Follett, responded for the Government.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Speaker’s statement in the Commons

Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow, made a statement on the Chair of the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence session on literacy intervention policy

The Commons Science and Technology Committee holds its first evidence check on literacy interventions with a number of academic experts. Watch from 9.30am.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee looks at EU policy on large scale cyber-attacks

The EU Sub-Committee on Home Affairs holds the first evidence session at 10.40am of its new inquiry into EU policy on protecting Europe from large scale cyber-attacks.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on water charges in the East of England

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Marine and Natural Environment, Huw Irranca-Davies, answered a written question from David Ruffley MP on water charges in the East of England.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons debates constitutional reform legislation

A committee of the whole House scrutinised the Constitutional Reform and Governance Bill. A carry-over motion has already been passed to allow the Bill to resume its progress through Parliament in the next session.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Transport Committee questions Minister

Transport Secretary, Lord Adonis, will answer topical questions put to him by the Commons Transport Committee in what both hope will become a regular occasion. His session will be preceded by an update on road casualty statistics from a senior member of he the UK Statistics Authority. Watch live from 2.45pm.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Equality and Human Rights Commission evidence session

The Work and Pensions Committee holds a one-off evidence session with senior executives from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (ECHR) on its project - Working Better: meeting the changing needs of families, workers and employers in the 21st Century. Watch live from 9.30am.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on banking reform

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, made a House of Commons statement on banking reform, focusing on changes to the structure of banks where there is a government shareholding.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee questions Hilary Benn on illegal waste exports

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee questions Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn and the Environment Agency, following the re-opening of its inquiry into the Waste Strategy for England 2007, which is examining the issue of illegal waste exports, following allegations of shipments to Brazil and other countries. Watch live from 3pm.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

BAE Systems and Airbus give evidence to inquiry

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee hears evidence for its new inquiry into the motor sport and aerospace industries in the UK. The first witnesses to appear will be businesses in the aerospace sector, including BAE Systems and Airbus. Watch live from 10.30am.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on offender management IT system

The Public Accounts Committee report published today examines why the C-NOMIS project, intended to deliver a single offender management IT system across prison and probation services, failed and what the National Offender Management Service (NOMS) has done to retrieve the situation through a redesigned NOMIS programme.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

FSA gives evidence on alternative investment fund managers

The House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Economic and Financial Affairs will hear evidence at 10.35am from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) and the Wellcome Trust as part of its inquiry into the proposed EU Directive on Alternative Investment Fund Managers.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Role of the prison officer report published

A report published today by the Justice Committee, on the role of the prison officer, says that the positive work done by uniformed prison officers is undermined by a crisis in the prison system which will be further undermined by planned changes. The result will be more victims, more crime, more fear of crime, and poor value from an already very costly prison system.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Private Finance Projects inquiry continues

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee inquiry into Private Finance Projects and off-balance sheet debt continues at 3.35pm.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Private Notice Question: Government scientists

The following Private Notice Question (urgent question) on the dismissal of Professor Nutt, the Chair of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs, was asked in the House of Lords Chamber after Oral Questions on 2 November:
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report looks at local support for vulnerable groups

The ring fence money provided by central government for the local delivery of housing-related support and other services offered to vulnerable groups should not be reinstated, but services must be protected, says the Communities and Local Government Committee in its report on the Supporting People programme.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Perpetuities and Accumulations Bill: third reading

The House of Commons debated the third reading of the Perpetuities and Accumulations Bill.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence sought on new early years single funding formula

The Children, Schools and Families Committee has invited written evidence on the early years single funding formula. This follows the Committee’s oral evidence session on 28 October.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Statement on European Council in Brussels

Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, made a Commons statement on the outcome of the recent European Council in Brussels, including action on tackling climate change.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Apprenticeships Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords discussed the first day of report stage on the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill on 2 November.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Urgent question on Professor David Nutt

Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, answered an urgent question from Chris Grayling on the sacking of Professor David Nutt, Chair of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Treasury Committee continues financial regulation inquiries

The Treasury Committee hears evidence over two days - Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 and 4 November - from a number of expert witnesses on two of its current inquiries:
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Environmental Audit Committee questions ministers

The Commons Environmental Audit Committee holds a further evidence session in its inquiry into green skills and jobs with ministers from the departments of Business, Innovation and Skills and Energy and Climate Change. Watch live from 10.20am.
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry into Sure Start children’s centres begins

The first oral evidence session of the Children, Schools and Families Committee's inquiry into Sure Start children's centres will take place today. Watch live from 3.45pm.
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question Communities and Local Government Minister

The Communities and Local Government Committee questions Communities Secretary, John Denham, and ministers John Healey and Rosie Winterton about their department's annual report for 2009. Watch live from 4.40pm.
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Broadband speed inquiry continues

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee questions BT and the TalkTalk Group - amongst other broadband providers - as part of its inquiry into broadband speed in the UK. Watch live from 4.15pm.
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Parliament debates in Commons Chamber

On Friday 30 October the green benches of the House of Commons seated 300 Members of the UK Youth Parliament, following a decision by MPs to allow the organisation to hold its annual debate in the Commons Chamber for the first time.
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on fireworks safety

Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Business, Innovation and Skills, Ian Lucas, opened a House of Commons topical debate on the issue of fireworks safety.
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on mental health legislation in Wales

The National Assembly for Wales should have additional powers to introduce laws relating to mental health, say MPs in a report published today.
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the future of social care

Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, introduced a House of Commons debate on the social care green paper, "Shaping the Future of Care Together".
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Announcement: Leader’s Group report

Baroness Royall of Blaisdon, Leader of the House of Lords, announced the publication of the Leader's Group report on the House of Lords Code of Conduct on 29 October.
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners and Justice Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords finished the fourth, and final day, of report stage on the Coroners and Justice Bill on 29 October.
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners and Justice Bill: report stage

Members of the Lords discussed the third day of report stage of the Coroners and Justice Bill on 28 October.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Future of social care services inquiry begins

The Health Committee hears evidence from a number of witnesses from the Department of Health's Social Care Directorate as it begins its inquiry into the future of social care services. Watch live from 10.30am.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Leader’s Group on the House of Lords Code of Conduct

A group of Members of the Lords, chaired by Lord Eames, has recommended major reform to the House of Lords Code of Conduct.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Maritime and Coastguard Agency report

The Public Accounts Committee today publishes a report on the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's handling of growth in the UK registered fleet, and its work to maintain and improve the quality of the UK flagged vessels.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on local spending reports

The House of Commons debated an Opposition motion and Government amendment on the publication of local spending reports identifying how much is spent in each area by local authorities.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Speaker’s statement: Leader’s Group on the Code of Conduct

The Leader’s Group on the Code of Conduct, chaired by Lord Eames, proposed a new Code of Conduct for the House of Lords on 29 October.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister to give evidence on EU and China

Chris Bryant MP, Minister for Europe, will give evidence at 10.35am to the House of Lords EU Sub-Committee on Foreign Affairs as part of their inquiry into relations between the European Union and China.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee takes evidence from Cabinet Secretary

The Public Administration Committee questions Gus O'Donnell, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service, on the work of the Cabinet Office during 2008-09. Watch the session live from 10am.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on transport in Pudsey

Labour MP, Paul Truswell, led a Westminister Hall adjournment debate focusing on transport issues in his constituency of Pudsey in Yorkshire. Transport Minister, Sadiq Khan, responded for the Government.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Commons statement on Nimrod review

Defence Secretary, Bob Ainsworth, made a statement to the House of Commons on the outcome of the independent review into the loss of Nimrod aircraft XV230 over Afghanistan on 2 September 2006.
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs hear evidence in railway investment inquiry

The Transport Committee questions witnesses, including Transport for London, ASLEF and the Office of Rail Regulation, as part of its inquiry into railway investment priorities, from 2.45pm.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Inquiry continues into science research funding priorities

The Lords Science and Technology Committee inquiry on setting science research funding priorities hears evidence from a number of expert witnesses, including former Labour Science Minister, Lord Sainsbury of Turville. The session starts at 10.40am.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Communications Committee questions BBC Director-General

The Director-General of the BBC, Mark Thompson, and representatives from the Television Skills Council give evidence to the Lords Communications Committee as part of its inquiry into the British television and film industries, starting at 10.30am.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on central London businesses

Cities of London and Westminster MP, Mark Field, opens Westminster Hall debate on rates of taxation for central London businesses.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dairy Farmers of Britain inquiry continues

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee continues its inquiry into the collapse of Dairy Farmers of Britain (DFB) earlier this year. The Committee hears evidence from Tesco and the former Director of DFB at 2.45pm and Minister for Farming, Food and the Environment, Jim Fitzpatrick, at 5.30pm.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Responses to local authority investments report

The Communities and Local Government Committee today publishes the responses to its report earlier this year on local authority investments.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Wareham railway station

Mid Dorset and Poole North MP, Annette Brooke, intoduced a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on the proposed closure of the Wareham station pedestrian level crossing. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, responded for the Government.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Welfare Reform Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords discussed the final day of report stage on the Welfare Reform Bill on 27 October.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Introductions: new Members of the Lords

In short ceremonies at the beginning of business on 27 October, two life and Crossbench Peers - Lord Sacks and Baroness O'Loan - were introduced in the House of Lords.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on parading in Northern Ireland

The House of Commons debated and agreed on a Democratic Unionist Party motion on the subject of parading in Northern Ireland.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on Dartford crossing congestion

Hornchurch MP, James Brokenshire, opened a Westminster Hall adjournment debate focusing on delays for drivers using the Dartford river crossing. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, responded for the Government.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on the Swindon to Kemble railway

Stroud MP, David Drew, led a Westminster Hall adjournment debate on plans for the Swindon to Kemble railway line. Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, responded for the Government.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MPs question Energy and Climate Change Minister

The Energy and Climate Change Commitee questions Ed Miliband and officials from the Department of Energy and Climate Change about the department's annual report. The evidence session starts at 9.15am.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister’s Questions: 28 October

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, answered questions from MPs on subjects including asbestosis, Territorial Army training, the recession, the trading relationship between Britain and India, climate change, Afghanistan, and hidden phone charges.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence session on credit searches

The Treasury Committee holds a short inquiry - starting at 9.45am - on the impact of credit searches on the credit ratings of consumers shopping around for personal loans or credit cards, on the most advantageous terms.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Urgent question on Territorial Army training

Minister for the Armed Forces, Bill Rammell, answered an urgent question from Liam Fox on funding for Territorial Army training.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report stage of Marine and Coastal Access Bill

The House of Commons debated the first day of the report stage of the Marine and Coastal Access Bill. The second day of report stage and third reading of the Bill takes place on on Tuesday 27 October.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on financial management at Home Office

The Public Accounts Committee report published today examines the Home Office's newly-developed financial management capability and capacity, and the challenges it faces to embed sound financial control at all levels.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners and Justice Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords continued the second day of report stage on the Coroners and Justice Bill on 26 October.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Carbon budgets evidence session

The Environmental Audit Committee holds the fourth evidence session of its inquiry into carbon budgets and whether the government is doing enough to meet the budgets set out in the Climate Change Act. Watch from 10.20am.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cocaine trade inquiry continues

The Home Affairs Committee hears evidence at 10.30am from drugs experts, including the medical director of the Priory Hospital, as part of its continuing inquiry into the cocaine trade.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh Affairs Committee questions Minister

The Welsh Affairs Committee questions Welsh Secretary, Peter Hain, about the Wales Office Annual Report, from 11am.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lords begin inquiry into private finance projects

The Lords Economic Affairs Committee holds its first evidence session, at 3.35pm, for its inquiry into private finance project arrangements and off-balance sheet debt.
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

South West transport inquiry continues

The South West Regional Select Committee is in Bristol today to hear the views of various campaign groups, companies, local authorities and transport operators as part of its inquiry into transport in the south west of England.
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rural Payments Agency evidence session

The Public Accounts Committee again questions civil servants about the administration of the single payment scheme to farmers by the Rural Payments Agency, following the Committee's second progress update on the subject published in October. Watch the evidence session from 4.30pm.
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Report on national minimum wage in Scotland

All employers who break national minimum wage law should be named and shamed, concludes a report by the Scottish Affairs Committee on the enforcement of the national minimum wage in Scotland.
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Evidence session on decent housing standards

The Communities and Local Government Committee takes evidence, starting at 5.10pm, from a number of experts as part of its inquiry into the steps the Government needs to take to ensure that decent housing standards are met and sustained after 2010.
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Welfare Reform Bill: Lords report stage

The first day of report stage on the Welfare Reform Bill took place in the House of Lords on 22 October.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

News from the Lord Speaker: October 2009

Read the latest updates from the Lord Speaker, Baroness Hayman, on parliamentary events and outreach activities during October.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Communication between UK Government and Scottish Executive

The Scottish Affairs Committee has announced a new inquiry: Scotland and the UK: co-operation and communication between governments.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Consumer rights and rail freight

Members of the House of Lords debated two European Union Select Committee reports in the Lords Chamber on 23 October.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Major obstacles to reducing poverty in Nigeria says report

Corruption, poor governance and misuse of oil wealth remain major obstacles to reducing poverty in Nigeria, says a report by the International Development Committee.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Westminster Hall debate on the Licensing Act

MPs debated the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee's report on the Licensing Act 2003. Chair of the Committee, John Whittingdale, opened the adjournment debate in Westminster Hall.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Debate on securing economic recovery

Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Ian Pearson, opened a House of Commons topical debate on securing economic recovery.
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Coroners and Justice Bill: Lords report stage

Members of the Lords began the report stage of the Coroners and Justice Bill on 21 October.
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Committee evidence session on Lords ministers

The Public Administration Committee takes evidence at 10am from one former and two current ministers in the House of Lords, as part of its inquiry into the ways in which the Government brings outside experience and expertise into ministerial and other political offices.
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on rail services in Northampton

Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Chris Mole, answered a question from Labour MP, Sally Keeble, on the need for improvements to rail services in Northampton
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Question on the Severn crossings