Parliament, government and politics

The Speaker of the House of Commons visited Qatar from the 16 to 18 September to strengthen ties between the two Parliaments.

Lower bills, new jobs, secure energy, reduced emissions: help shape the UK path to Net Zero

Look back at some of the highlights of the most recent sitting week from the Speaker.

Members with expertise in war, humanitarian relief, and human rights discuss the current situation in Sudan. Catch up

The Statutory Inquiries Committee publishes its report Public inquiries: Enhancing public trust.

Procedure and Privileges Committee reports on proposed changes to the Law Commission bill procedure.

Members discuss prisons, public libraries, African markets, Atlantic salmon populations and the impact of conflict on children. Catch up

Members discuss financial difficulties faced by universities. Catch up

Members discuss safety and regulation issues involved in the use of pedal cycles on the road network. Catch up

The House of Lords Liaison Committee publishes its report on committee activity in 2023-24.

The House of Commons rose for conference recess on Thursday 12 September and will next sit on Monday 7 October

Members conclude discussions on draft law to refine status of the CPA and the International Committee of the Red Cross. Catch up

The Speaker of the House of Commons received ‘the highest honour’ that the Ukrainian Parliament could give him for his ‘outstanding’ support for the people and Parliament of Ukraine.

Patricia Ferguson MP elected as Chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee

Commons Modernisation Committee publishes a memorandum from the Leader of the House