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Impartial Commons Library briefings going back to 1993, covering parliamentary bills, Commons debates, topical issues and policy.

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    How can people prove their identity?

    Friday, 15 May, 2026

    This briefing addresses some frequently asked questions from constituents about the types of recognised UK identity documents people may apply for and the contexts in which proof of identity or age is required. 

    • Research Briefing
    • Consumers
    • Nationality
  • Research Briefing

    Ministerial Salaries (Amendment) Act 2026: Passage of the legislation

    Thursday, 14 May, 2026

    This act increased the number of ministers who are entitled to receive a ministerial salary from 109 to 120.

    • Research Briefing
    • Government
  • Research Briefing

    Carry-over of public bills

    Thursday, 14 May, 2026

    The carry-over of public bills allows government bills to complete their passage over two parliamentary sessions.

    • Research Briefing
    • Parliament
  • Research Briefing

    Income inequality in the UK

    Thursday, 14 May, 2026

    This briefing covers trends in income inequality, the impact of the rising cost of living, and inequality between regions, ethnic groups and disability status.

    • Research Briefing
    • Communities
    • Work and incomes
    • Social security
  • Research Briefing

    What costs make up an electricity bill?

    Wednesday, 13 May, 2026

    Household electricity bills are made up of wholesale, network, policy and supplier costs. What are they, and how they are changing?

    • Research Briefing
    • Business
    • Climate change
    • Consumers
    • Energy
  • Research Briefing

    Senedd Cymru/ Welsh Parliament elections 2026

    Wednesday, 13 May, 2026

    Elections to the Senedd Cymru/ Welsh Parliament took place on 7 May 2026. Plaid Cymru won the most seats, followed by Reform UK Wales.

    • Research Briefing
    • Devolution
    • Local government
    • Parliament
    • UK elections
  • Research Briefing

    Unauthorised migration: UK-France border cooperation

    Wednesday, 13 May, 2026

    The UK and France have agreements to address unauthorised migration, including by small boats. In April 2026 they agreed a new three-year cycle of UK funding which is worth £662 million.

    • Research Briefing
    • Asylum
    • Immigration
  • Research Briefing

    Statistics on alcohol: England

    Wednesday, 13 May, 2026

    In 2024, 76% of adults in England said that they drink alcohol. 21% of adults drank more than the recommended weekly limit of 14 units of alcohol.

    • Research Briefing
    • Health services
  • Constituency casework,Research Briefing

    Active Travel FAQs

    Wednesday, 13 May, 2026

    Frequently asked questions on cycling, walking, e-scooters, e-bicycles, delivery riders, and low traffic neighbourhoods.

    • Constituency casework
    • Research Briefing
    • Roads
    • Transport
  • Research Briefing

    UK–EU Agreement on Gibraltar: Draft text and next steps

    Tuesday, 12 May, 2026

    The UK and EU have agreed the text of a treaty on Gibraltar's relationship with the EU, linking Gibraltar to the EU Schengen area and EU customs union

    • Research Briefing
    • Defence policy
    • EU law and treaties
    • Europe
    • International law
    • Overseas territories
  • Research Briefing

    Scottish Parliament elections 2026

    Tuesday, 12 May, 2026

    Elections to the Scottish Parliament took place on 7 May 2026. The Scottish National Party won the most seats, followed by Labour and Reform UK.

    • Research Briefing
    • Devolution
    • Elections
    • Parliament
    • UK elections
  • Research Briefing

    Main Estimates: Government spending plans for 2026/27

    Tuesday, 12 May, 2026

    This briefing summarises 2026/27’s Main Estimates, the way in which Parliament approves the Government’s spending plans for the year.

    • Research Briefing
    • Parliament
    • Public spending
  • Research Briefing

    Road Safety

    Tuesday, 12 May, 2026

    The Road Safety Strategy, published in January 2026, establishes a new policy direction for the UK. It sets targets to reduce deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035.

    • Research Briefing
    • Roads
  • Research Briefing

    Stamp duty land tax: Current situation and developments since 2020

    Tuesday, 12 May, 2026

    This briefing explains the current rates of stamp duty land tax and of the property transaction taxes in Scotland and Wales, and proposals for reform.

    • Research Briefing
    • Housing and planning
    • Tax
  • Research Briefing

    Fire and rehire practices

    Monday, 11 May, 2026

    This briefing explores the use, legal context and proposals for reform of 'fire and rehire' tactics by employers.

    • Research Briefing
    • Work and incomes

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