First reading is the first stage of a bill's passage through the House of Lords. This stage is usually a formality, and takes place without a debate. During first reading, the long title (indicating ...

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Questions The Lords returns from recess on Monday 2 June to press the government on the BBC World Service, competitiveness of English farmers with neighbouring countries, promotion of convenience ...

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Written Parliamentary Questions: Departmental performance in Session 2024-25 Procedure Committee The EFRA Secretary will be asked what is causing delays to timely responses to Written Parliamentary ...

House of Lords FAQs The Lords Enquiry Service provides information on the role, work and membership of the House of Lords. Telephone: 0800 223 0855 (Freephone) or 020 7219 3107 Email: ...

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MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of ...

Do you have relevant expertise and experience or a special interest in the Bus Services (No.2) Bill [Lords], which is currently passing through Parliament? If so, you can submit your views in writing ...

Here is an overview of debates scheduled in the Commons Chamber over the coming week. Please note, this business was announced in the Commons Chamber by the Leader of the House of Commons, Penny ...

A general election took place on 4 July 2024. This is the timetable of events up to and after the date of the election. Thursday 30 May - dissolution of Parliament Dissolution is the official term for ...