Data dashboards,Research Briefing
Local authority data: finances
Browse details on both funding and spending of local authorities in England.
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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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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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Media green paper
The media green paper examines the future of public service media and digital terrestrial television.
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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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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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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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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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How could public inquiries be reformed?
The Inquiries Act 2005 was the last major reform to public inquiries system in the UK. Since then there have been a number of proposals for change.
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How much do public inquiries cost and how long do they last?
There is wide variation in how much public inquiries cost and how long they last. In 2026 prices, the median statutory inquiry costs £6,600 per day.
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Public inquiries established under the Inquiries Act 2005
Use our interactive dashboard to explore the cost and duration of statutory public inquiries since 2005, alongside key facts about each inquiry.
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Armenia’s 2026 election: Where next for the country?
Following parliamentary elections in June 2026, Armenia's efforts diversify its foreign policy look set to continue.
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Government support for public confidence in the police
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on government support for public confidence in the police on 9 September 2026. The debate will be opened by Jonathan Hinder MP.
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Business rates
A brief guide to the system of non-domestic rating, better known as ‘business rates’.
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