Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme: The Independent Expert Panel
The Independent Expert Panel determines cases against MPs and appeals under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme; and appeals under the MPs’ Code of Conduct.
A list of the youngest MPs, when elected, since 1979.
Youngest Members of Parliament since 1979 (35KB Excel spreadsheet, XLSX)
The youngest member of the House of Commons is also known as the ‘baby of the House’. Unlike the Father of the House (the Member with the longest unbroken service) the baby of the House carries no duties or rights.
You can find out more about the Father of the House in the Library briefing Father of the House which lists Fathers of the House since 1901.
This series of publications contains data on various subjects relating to Parliament and Government. Topics include legislation, MPs, select committees, debates, divisions and Parliamentary procedure.
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Youngest Members of Parliament since 1979 (35KB Excel spreadsheet, XLSX)
The Independent Expert Panel determines cases against MPs and appeals under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme; and appeals under the MPs’ Code of Conduct.
This list notes when an MP has changed allegiance from one political party to another or decided to sit as an independent Member. Instances of MPs losing or resigning a party whip are also noted.
A briefing paper which "maps" (or summarises) the main elements of the United Kingdom's uncodified constitution.