UK ParliamentOn Thursday 15 November 2018, Prime Minister Theresa May made a statement to the House of Commons on Brexit negotiations. This followed the publication of the draft Withdrawal Agreement with the European Union the previous day.
Government Ministers may make oral statements to Parliament which usually address major incidents, government policies or actions. These take place after Oral Questions and any granted urgent questions.
Prime Ministers statement on EU exit negotiations: 15 November 2018UK Parliament2018-11-16 | On Thursday 15 November 2018, Prime Minister Theresa May made a statement to the House of Commons on Brexit negotiations. This followed the publication of the draft Withdrawal Agreement with the European Union the previous day.
Government Ministers may make oral statements to Parliament which usually address major incidents, government policies or actions. These take place after Oral Questions and any granted urgent questions.UK Parliament Week 2024UK Parliament2024-10-18 | Today marks one month until the start of UK Parliament Week ๐
This year's theme, "The Journey of a Parliament," will take you through from State Opening to a General Election.
There's still time to sign up for your free digital kit, which contains resources and activities suitable for all ages, including a tailored booklet, card game, pop-up ballot box, and decorations.
Visit www.ukparliamentweek.org to sign up and explore an array of free resources. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn more about how your democracy works.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Twitter: twitter.com/HouseofCommons Facebook: facebook.com/ukhouseofcommons Instagram: instagram.com/ukhouseofcommonsPrime Ministers Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) - 16 October 2024UK Parliament2024-10-16 | Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Twitter: twitter.com/HouseofCommons Facebook: facebook.com/ukhouseofcommons Instagram: instagram.com/ukhouseofcommonsPrime Ministers Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) - 9 October 2024UK Parliament2024-10-09 | Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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The House of Lords sits from 3pm, questioning the Government and debating topics such as regulation of water companies, the Strategic Defence Review and migration. ๐ฅ
Learn more and follow business live with the House of Lords ๐Wheres Philippa off to? ๐UK Parliament2024-09-13 | Our Outreach Officers provide free training sessions to community groups ๐ฉ๐พโ๐ซ
They explain how the UK Parliament works and how groups can take action on issues they care about. Sessions can be delivered in every nation and region in the UK.
Officers work with a wide range of communities and organisations ๐๏ธ
Email: engage@parliament.uk ๐งPrime Ministers Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) - 11 September 2024UK Parliament2024-09-11 | Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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You can also explore the Elizabeth Tower virtually ๐ฒ virtualtours-assets.parliament.uk/elizabeth-tower/index.htmlWho won this years ballot?UK Parliament2024-09-05 | Earlier today the House of Commons Private Members' Bill ballot took place. Find out which MPs were successful in this year's ballot on our website.Why does the House of Commons have a glass ball full of numbered balls?UK Parliament2024-09-04 | The House of Commons Private Members' Bill ballot is taking place tomorrow.
Twenty names will be drawn on the day. The successful MPs will then be able to introduce a bill on a topic of their choice.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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Twitter: twitter.com/HouseofCommons Facebook: facebook.com/ukhouseofcommons Instagram: instagram.com/ukhouseofcommonsPrime Ministers Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) - 4 September 2024UK Parliament2024-09-04 | Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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๐ฉ The House of Commons will start with questions to the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Angela Rayner.
๐ฅ The House of Lords will start with members questioning the government on a range of topics, including reforming social care and establishing a new International Anti-Corruption Court.
Follow business live โถ๏ธ parliamentlive.tv/CommonsWhy are the Parliamentary Archives being packed up?UK Parliament2024-08-22 | The Parliamentary Archives holds over 30,000 deposited plans and architectural drawings. The collections document major infrastructure work in the UK.
In preparation of their transfer to the National Archives at Kew, the team have audited each one. This care and attention ensures the preservation of these objects. ๐See Big Ben from a whole new perspective...UK Parliament2024-08-14 | The next chance to have a tour of Big Ben is in November - tickets go live at 10am. ๐๏ธ
The UK House of Commons will sit from 11.30am, starting with questions to Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs ministers.
Both Houses rise for summer recess at the end of the day, and will next sit on Monday 2nd September.Whats happened in the Commons this week?UK Parliament2024-07-26 | Here are some of the photos we captured in the Chamber this week. ๐ท
For a comprehensive catch-up of Chamber business with BSL, visit Parliament Live ๐ฒ parliamentlive.tv/CommonsKeir Starmers first Prime Ministers Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) - 24 July 2024UK Parliament2024-07-24 | Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
Want to find out more about what's happening in the House of Commons this week? Follow the House of Commons on:
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
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The final words of the #KingsSpeech give the government flexibility to introduce other bills (draft laws) during the session. #StateOpening #shortsThe Kings Speech is handed to the King - State Opening of Parliament 2024UK Parliament2024-07-17 | The #KingsSpeech, written by the new government, is handed to the King by the Lord Chancellor. #StateOpening #shortsProcession of Members to the House of Lords - State Opening of Parliament 2024UK Parliament2024-07-17 | The Serjeant-at-Arms picks up the ceremonial mace.
Alongside the Speaker and Black Rod, he leads the Members of the House of Commons as they walk towards the House of Commons.
#StateOpening #shortsBlack Rod Summons the House of Commons - State Opening of Parliament 2024UK Parliament2024-07-17 | Black Rod is sent to summon the House of Commons to listen to the #KingsSpeech in the House of Lords.
On her approach, the doors are slammed in her face, symbolising the independence of the House of Commons from the monarchy. She then knocks three times before the doors are re-opened.
#StateOpening #shortsState Opening of Parliament 2024UK Parliament2024-07-17 | The State Opening of Parliament on Wednesday 17 July marks the formal start of the parliamentary year and sets out the governmentโs agenda for the next session of Parliament, outlining proposed policies and legislation.
#StateOpening #shortsReintroducing Central Lobby... ๐UK Parliament2024-07-15 | It was designed as a meeting place for MPs and members of the Lords, and as a space where MPs can meet their constituents.
Itโs the crossroads of the Palace of Westminster: the spot where corridors from the Lords, Commons, and Westminster Hall meet. ๐คWhats happened in Parliament this week?UK Parliament2024-07-12 | Here are some of the photos we captured in the Chamber this week as the House of Commons returned after the general election. ๐ท
For a full round-up of what happened in the Chamber this week with BSL, visit Parliament Live ๐ฒ parliamentlive.tv/Commons
Images: ยฉUK ParliamentBells ring out for Election of the Speaker ๐UK Parliament2024-07-12 | In a long standing tradition, the bells of St Margaret's Church at Westminster Abbey rang to commemorate the election of the Speaker of the House of Commons.Who do MPs represent?UK Parliament2024-07-11 | Find out at members.parliament.uk/findyourMPReintroducing the House of Commons Chamber...UK Parliament2024-07-10 | Itโs where Members gather to ask questions, debate and legislate. ๐ฃ๏ธ
The government sit to the right of the Speaker on this side, and the opposition on the left-hand side.
This is the Speakerโs Chair. In front of the Speaker sit the clerks, who advise the Speaker and MPs on procedural matters. ๐ช
There is a Public Gallery, where members of the public can watch proceedings for free: parliament.uk/site-information/glossary/public-galleriesElection of the Speaker of the House of CommonsUK Parliament2024-07-10 | Sir Lindsay Hoyle has been re-elected as Speaker of the House of Commons for a second term.Welcome Back to the House of Commons...UK Parliament2024-07-09 | The House of Commons returns today beginning with the election of the Speaker.
The House will meet at 2.30pm with Sir Edward Leigh, the longest serving MP, in the Chair.