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The ‘Responsibility to Protect’ and the Application of this International Norm by the UK and the UN

Friday, 10 July, 2015

This Library Note provides background information on the ‘Responsibility to Protect’ (R2P) concept; surveys instances in which the concept has been either invoked or considered by the UN Security Council; and summarises challenges to the concept and the position of the UK Government on the doctrine. It has been written to support the debate in the House of Lords on this subject scheduled to take place on 16 July 2015.
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Report from the House of Lords EU Committee on the UK’s Opt-in Protocol

Thursday, 09 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material ahead of the forthcoming debate in the House of Lords on the EU Select Committee Report, 'The UK’s opt-in Protocol: Implications of the Government’s Approach'.
- Research Briefing
- Brexit & the EU
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QSD on the Government’s Plans for the Future of the BBC

Thursday, 09 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material which may be of assistance in preparing for the forthcoming debate in the House of Lords on the Government's Plans for the Future of the BBC.
- Research Briefing
- Culture, Media & Sport
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QSD on Proposals for English Votes on English Laws

Wednesday, 08 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material which may be of assistance in preparing for the forthcoming debate in the House of Lords on proposals for English Votes for English Laws. This Briefing Pack has been updated to include the Government's revised proposals published earlier this week.
- Research Briefing
- Parliament
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Greek Referendum on EU, ECB and IMF Bailout Proposals, 5 July 2015

Tuesday, 07 July, 2015

This In Focus Note provides information on the 5 July 2015 Referendum in Greece on whether to accept the terms of a bailout package offered by its creditors.
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Human Rights in South Sudan

Tuesday, 07 July, 2015

This In Focus Note highlights the civil war in South Sudan, including the associated violence and alleged human rights abuses the conflict has caused.
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US Supreme Court Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage

Tuesday, 07 July, 2015

This In Focus examines the recent ruling by the United States Supreme Court on same sex marriage, including the legal background and reaction to the decision.
- Research Briefing
- Foreign Policy
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QSD on Mental Health Services in Schools and Colleges

Monday, 06 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material which may be of assistance in preparing for the forthcoming debate in the House of Lords on mental health services in schools and colleges.
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Sustainability of the National Health Service as a Public Service Free at the Point of Need

Monday, 06 July, 2015

This Library Note has been written to support the House of Lords debate on the sustainability of the National Health Service as a public service free at the point of need.
- Research Briefing
- Health
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QSD on Safeguarding the Physical and Mental Health of Children and Young People

Friday, 03 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming question for short debate on safeguarding the physical and mental health of children and young people.
- Research Briefing
- Health
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Reports into Investigatory Powers

Friday, 03 July, 2015

This Note provides a summary of the recommendations of recent reports, including the report of David Anderson QC, and supporting material on the use of investigatory powers.
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European Union (Finance) Bill HL Bill 50 of 2015–16

Friday, 03 July, 2015

This Briefing pack contains background information and a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming second reading of the European Union (Finance) Bill in the House of Lords.
- Research Briefing
- Brexit & the EU
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Debate on the Displacement of Refugees and Migrants from Asia and Africa and the Measures Being Taken

Thursday, 02 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming debate on the displacement of refugees and migrants from Asia and Africa and the measures being taken to address their plight.
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Debate on the Report from the Constitution Committee on the Office of Lord Chancellor

Wednesday, 01 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming debate on the Constitution Committee Report on the Office of Lord Chancellor
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European Union (Approvals) Bill [HL]

Wednesday, 01 July, 2015

This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming second reading of the European Union (Approvals) Bill [HL] in the House of Lords.
- Research Briefing
- Brexit & the EU

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