Research Briefing
Evolution and changing composition of departmental select committees
Departmental select committees were first established in 1979. This briefing paper charts changes in their number and size since 1979.
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Research Briefing
VAT on solar panels and other energy-saving materials
The installation of energy-saving materials (such as solar panels) on eligible buildings is zero-rated for VAT until 31 March 2027.
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Research Briefing
Retail sales: Economic indicators
Retail is a large component of the UK’s services industry. Find the latest data on sales of food and non-food goods as well as online sales.
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Research Briefing
Police service strength
This briefing looks at the strength and diversity of police forces in the UK.
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Research Briefing
North Korea in 2026: Frequently asked questions
North Korea’s regime under Kim Jong-un appears to be secure in the short to medium term. The country is supported by China and is increasing its support to Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.
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Research Briefing
Mobile phones in schools (England)
A short overview of policy relating to mobile phone use in English schools, and related discussions
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A new president and prime minister for Iraq: What challenges face the country in 2026?
In 2026 Iraq selected a new president and prime minister. Issues facing Iraq include disarming or integrating Iran-backed militias into the state armed forces.
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Data dashboards,Research Briefing
Constituency data: Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Find data for your constituency on people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) using our interactive dashboard.
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Research Briefing
Connect to Work
Connect to Work is a government programme to help people with disabilities or other complex issues to find and stay in work. It started in 2025 and runs till 2030.
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Research Briefing
Interest rates and monetary policy: Economic indicators
Monetary policy affects the amount of money in the economy and the costs of borrowing. Find the latest data on interest rates in the UK, US and Eurozone.
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Research Briefing
School Exclusions in England
Exclusions from schools in England have risen post-pandemic. This paper discusses trends, some potential causes, and related government policy.
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Research Briefing
Commons committee stages taken in committee of the whole House
Bills since the 1997-98 session considered in the House of Commons by a committee of the whole House.
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Research Briefing
Chairs of Commons select committees since 2010
House of Commons select committee chairs in the 2024, 2019, 2017, 2015 and 2010 parliaments.
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Research Briefing
Fuel duty: Developments since 2022
Fuel duty is charged at a rate of 52.95p per litre on unleaded petrol and diesel. Fuel duty is planned to increase by 3p per litre on 1 January 2027, the first increase since 2011.
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Research Briefing
Average earnings by age and region
This interactive dashboard shows how median earnings have changed over time by UK region and country, and by age group and gender.
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