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The House of Commons Modernisation Committee has launched an inquiry on making Parliament more accessible and easier to understand. The Committee's work will cover: • Access to the Parliamentary estate and its services • Access to House of Commons Procedures and processes, and barriers to participation • Access to Parliamentary information for MPs and the public If you have relevant expertise or experience, find out how you can submit evidence to the Committee: https://lnkd.in/e9qfY6pM

Today Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer answered questions from Members of Parliament in the House of Commons Chamber. Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) is a 30-minute session that allows MPs to ask questions directly to the Prime Minister. This helps hold the government to account. PMQs usually starts with the Prime Minister answering a routine question on his official engagements that day, which is then followed by questions from the Leader of the Opposition and other MPs on any topic they choose.

The Crime and Policing Bill is currently passing through Parliament. Do you have relevant expertise or a special interest in this Bill? If so, you can submit your views in writing to the House of Commons Public Bill Committee considering this Bill. Find out how ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eCBjtVhu

“I am very excited to be given this opportunity to speak in the House of Commons, and to see famous landmarks like the clock tower of Big Ben.” - Owen, 10, Tristan da Cunha. UK Youth Parliament sat on 28 February. Many young people spoke in the House of Commons about issues that matter to them. 10-year-old Owen, from Tristan da Cunha - a British Overseas Territory - became the youngest person ever to speak in the House of Commons. Learn more about Owen's experience in his interview with Sky Kids: https://lnkd.in/epjDf644

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Today Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer answered questions from Members of Parliament in the House of Commons Chamber. Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) is a 30-minute session that allows MPs to ask questions directly to the Prime Minister. This helps hold the government to account. PMQs usually starts with the Prime Minister answering a routine question on his official engagements that day, which is then followed by questions from the Leader of the Opposition and other MPs on any topic they choose.

We've been loving the start of Spring and longer days at the Palace of Westminster. Thank you to Instagram user samsnaps.jpeg for this snap of the Elizabeth Tower. 🌇 The House of Commons sat at 11.30am, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for Justice. The House of Lords sat at 2.30pm, starting with questions on topics including oil and gas field emissions, ECML train timetables and more. Remember to hashtag and set your location to Big Ben for chance to be featured. 📍 #BigBen #PalaceOfWestminster #ElizabethTower Experience Big Ben up close on one of our tours. Tickets go live at 10am tomorrow: https://lnkd.in/e-vpHjEg

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Happy International Women's Day! Today we're celebrating the 263 women MPs currently serving in the House of Commons, many of whom are captured here. They make up 40% of the total number of MPs today, the highest number in the UK's history. Check out our International Women's Day photos and more on Flickr: https://lnkd.in/dn-bM7yF

Yesterday the House of Commons held a debate in honour of International Women's Day. The Backbench Business debate gave MPs from all parties the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of all women and call for further progress. #IWD2025