Research Briefing
This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming Question for Short Debate on the 200th anniversary of the Gurkhas’ service to the Crown and the Gurkha Welfare Trust.
Research Briefing
This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming second reading of the Psychoactive Substances Bill 2015-16 in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
This Note outlines the proposals for reform of combined authorities and local authorities set out in the Cities and Local Government Devolution Bill [HL].
Research Briefing
This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material which may be of assistance in preparing for the debate on ‘the role played by civil society, in the light of the pastoral letter from the Church of England’s House of Bishops Who is my Neighbour’.
Research Briefing
This Briefing Pack contains a selection of material relevant to the forthcoming debate in the House of Lords on Innovation in the NHS.
Research Briefing
This In Focus note examines the dangers faced by the growing numbers of migrants seeking to cross the Mediterranean, and the British and European response.
Research Briefing
This In Focus note examines the same-sex marriage referendum held in Ireland on 22 May 2015.
Research Briefing
This In Focus note provides a summary of the Polish presidential elections which took place on 24 May 2015.
Research Briefing
This Library Note provides background information about the membership and age profile of the House of Lords, together with information on the public positions held by Members, as the House was composed on 30 March 2015—the date on which the 2010–15 Parliament was dissolved.
Research Briefing
This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Business, Economic Affairs and Transport, prepared in advance of the fifth day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 4 June 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Health, Education, Welfare and Culture, prepared in advance of the fourth day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 3 June 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Home Affairs, Local Government, Energy, Environment and Agriculture, prepared in advance of the third day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 2 June 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Constitutional Affairs, Legal Affairs and Devolved Affairs, prepared in advance of the second day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 1 June 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
This Briefing provides background information on the issues of Foreign Affairs, Defence, EU and International Development, prepared in advance of the first day of debate on the Queen’s Speech on 28 May 2015. This briefing has been prepared in advance of the Queen’s Speech based on commitments contained in the Conservative party’s manifesto and speculative reports about what legislative proposals may be included; it does not constitute official information about the Government’s intentions or provide a complete list of bills to be announced. This pack is one of five, prepared to cover each day of debate on the Queen’s Speech in the House of Lords.
Research Briefing
The first and last speeches made by a Member of the House of Lords are significant occasions and, by tradition, are marked with respect by the House.
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