Research Briefing
Denmark: 2026 election and new coalition government
Following the Danish election on 24 March 2026, Mette Frederiksen has been appointed to serve a third term as prime minister, leading a minority coalition government.
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Research Briefing
Local growth funds
This briefing is a summary of current government administered funds designed to support local economic growth.
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Research Briefing
How are diplomats appointed?
Diplomatic representatives of the United Kingdom to other countries are appointed by the Monarch, usually on advice from the Foreign Secretary.
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Research Briefing
Representation of the People Bill 2024-26
The bill’s proposals include lowering the voting age to 16 for all elections, allowing for automated electoral registration and making changes to political donations rules.
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Research Briefing
Conflict in Ukraine: A Parliamentary reading list (2014 – 2021)
Commons Library papers, Committee reports, parliamentary material and UK Government press releases since Crimea was seized by pro-Russian forces in 2014.
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Research Briefing
Conflict in Ukraine: A Parliamentary reading list (2022 to present)
Commons Library papers, Committee reports, parliamentary material and UK Government press releases since the 2022 Russian invasion.
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Research Briefing
The legacy of Jo Cox
There will be a general debate on the legacy of Jo Cox, in the Chamber of the House of Commons, on 11 June 2026.
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Data dashboards,Research Briefing
Who is responsible for public services in my constituency?
Explore which local authorities and other bodies are responsible for delivering services in your constituency.
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Research Briefing
E-petition debate: Act to ensure Bills backed by MPs & public can complete all stages in Parliament
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on 8 June 2026 at 4.30pm on an e-petition calling for the government to make time for bills supported by MPs and the public to complete all their stages in Parliament. The subject for this debate was determined by the Petitions Committee, and the debate will be opened by Lewis Atkinson MP.
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Data dashboards,Research Briefing
Constituency data: Wards and parishes
Explore which electoral wards, civil parishes and communities are part of your constituency, including an interactive map
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Research Briefing
Nepal: 2026 legislative election and future prospects
Nepal has elected a former rapper as prime minister following parliamentary elections in March 2026 in the wake of widespread youth protests.
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Research Briefing
Local government finances
Local authorities in England spent £105.7 billion in 2024/25. This briefing looks at the funding that local authorities receive from central government, and where and how they spend it.
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Research Briefing
Local government transparency in England
This note provides details of the Code of Recommended Practice on local authority data transparency; the Code of Recommended Practice on Local Authority Publicity; filming and social media use in council meetings; and pay policy statements.
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Research Briefing
Overview and Scrutiny in Local Government
This note provides an introduction to overview and scrutiny committees in local authorities, their development and the relevant legislative provisions. It also notes specific powers available to local councils to scrutinise other bodies. The note principally covers England, with some reference to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Research Briefing
Scottish Devolution: Section 30 Orders
A briefing on Section 30 Orders, secondary legislation made under the Scotland Act 1998 to increase or restrict – temporarily or permanently – the Scottish Parliament’s legislative authority.
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