Highly qualified, full-time judges, the Law Lords carried out the judicial work of the House of Lords until 30 July 2009. The final appeal hearings and judgments of the House of Lords took place on 30 ...

One of the most recognised buildings in the world, the Palace of Westminster owes its stunning Gothic architecture to the 19th-century architect Sir Charles Barry. Now Grade I listed, and part of an ...

Find out what’s on today at the House of Commons and House of Lords. Track current bills, keep up with committees, watch live footage and follow topical issues ...

MPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of ...

Until the early 17th century England and Scotland were two entirely independent kingdoms. This changed dramatically in 1603 on the death of Elizabeth I of England. Because the Queen had died unmarried ...

Public Accounts Committee launches twelve new inquiries ...

The business for the coming week was announced in the Commons Chamber by the Leader of the House of Commons, Sir Alan Campbell MP, on Thursday 2 July. Any changes made to the schedule of business ...

Renters’ rights – Government needs to go further to ensure tenants are protected, says Housing Committee The government’s reforms to renters’ rights are welcome but further steps are needed to protect ...

The current and future business of Parliament is recorded formally in a set of daily documents, known as business papers. These papers contain the agenda for the sitting day ahead in each House, as ...

A cumulative list of Public Bills this session through the Houses of Parliament ...

On what dates did previous general elections take place? The 2019 general election - polling day was 12 December 2019 The 2017 general election - polling day was 8 June 2017 The 2015 general election ...

1401 During the reign of Henry IV the Commons claimed the right to grant taxation (supply) only after their complaints had been addressed (redress of grievances) 1407 The Commons successfully asserted ...