Research Briefing
Committee of Privileges
This briefing outlines the remit and powers of the Committee of Privileges. It also provides brief details of matters referred to the Committee since 1979.
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Research Briefing
Armed Forces Bill 2026-27
During Commons stages, 82 government amendments were made to the Armed Forces Bill 2026-27. The bill is now before the House of Lords.
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Research Briefing
General debate on world sepsis awareness month
A general House of Commons debate is scheduled for 15 September 2026 for world sepsis awareness month.
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Data dashboardsResearch Briefing
Local authority data: finances
Browse details on both funding and spending of local authorities in England.
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Research Briefing
UN at 80: UK Missions to the United Nations
As the United Nation’s 80th year draws to a close, this briefing highlights the work of the UK Missions to the United Nations
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Research Briefing
Historic restrictions on members of the Catholic and Jewish faiths
The Prime Minister announced on 10 September 2026 that the government will introduce a bill to correct “antiquated and archaic” prohibitions on those of the Catholic and Jewish faiths offering advice to the Crown on appointments to the Church of England. This briefing looks at the historic basis of these restrictions and how they work in practice.
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Research Briefing
Media green paper
The media green paper examines the future of public service media and digital terrestrial television.
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Research Briefing
Public spending: a brief introduction
The UK’s public sector will spend £1,419 billion in 2026/27. This briefing gives statistics and commentary on the various categories of recent public spending.
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Research Briefing
Finances of the Monarchy
A briefing on the Finances of the Monarchy, including the Sovereign Grant, Duchies of Lancaster and Cornwall and tax arrangements for members of the Royal Family.
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Research Briefing
The contribution of fathers and positive male role models to families and society
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for Thursday 10 September 2026 on the contribution of fathers and positive male role models to families and society
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Research Briefing
The Strategic Defence Review and spending plans for the RAF
The Royal Air Force will fly a mix of crewed, uncrewed and increasingly autonomous aircraft in the future. How will this be funded?
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How do public inquiries operate in other countries?
Many countries have an equivalent to the UK public inquiry system. New Zealand, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Ireland all manage inquiries in different ways.
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