UK Parliament
David Cameron's first Prime Minister's Questions: 2 June 2010
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- David Cameron's first Prime Minister's Questions: 2 June 2010
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- 32:22
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Virtual tour of the Houses of Parliament
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Explore 1000 years of history with our virtual tour of the Palace of Westminster.
Visit: http://www.parliament.uk/virtualtour
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- Budget Statement 2017: 8 March
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- 1:19:36
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, delivered his Budget statement to the House of Commons on Wednesday 8 March 2017. Jeremy Corbyn, Leader of the Official Opposition, responded on behalf of the Opposition.
What happens after the Budget statement?
It is customary for the Leader of the Opposition to respond to the speech given by the Chancellor rather than the Shadow Chancellor. The Shadow Chancellor makes his response the day after the Budget statement during the Budget debates.
http://www.parliament.uk/budget
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 8 March 2017
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- 33:32
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 8 March 2017.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/march/prime-ministers-questions-8-march-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further questions.
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- Prorogation - end of the 2015-16 parliamentary session: 12 May 2016
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- 25:59
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The 2015-16 parliamentary session was brought to a close with a 'prorogation' announcement on Thursday 12 May 2016.
Prorogation marks the formal end of a parliamentary session. It usually takes the form of an announcement, read on behalf of the Queen, in the House of Lords chamber.
Once it has been read in the Lords, the same announcement is repeated by the Speaker in the House of Commons.
The prorogation announcement sets out the major bills that have been passed during the session.
Find out more about prorogation: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/may/2015-16-parliamentary-session-ends/
Bills receiving Royal Assent
The following government bills became Acts of Parliament on Thursday 12 May 2016:
Armed Forces Act
Criminal Cases Review Commission (Information) Act
Driving Instructors (Registration) Act
Energy Act
House of Commons Members’ Fund Act
Housing...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 1 March 2017
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- 43:24
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 1 March 2017.
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/february/prime-ministers-questions-1-march-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further question...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 22 February 2017
- Runtime
- 40:18
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 22 February 2017.
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/february/prime-ministers-questions-22-february-2017
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further q...
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- Petitions Committee inquiry: the cost of Car insurance for young people
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
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- The Petitions Committee will be looking at the cost of car insurance for young people in its latest inquiry after 180,000 of you signed a petition on this issue. Meet Rhys the petition creator and find out about his story. #YourPetitions
http://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/commons-select/petitions-committee
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 8 February 2017
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- 43:33
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 8 February 2017.
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/february/prime-ministers-questions-8-february-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further qu...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 1 February 2017
- Runtime
- 39:19
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 1 February 2017.
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/february/prime-ministers-questions-1-february-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further qu...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 25 January 2017
- Runtime
- 42:08
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 18 January 2017.
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/january/prime-ministers-questions-25-january-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further que...
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- Speaker's Statement on Stonewall Workplace Equality Index
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Speaker of the House of Commons, Rt Hon John Bercow MP, made a statement on the House of Commons being placed 28th in Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers 2017, an impressive rise of 88 places from 2016.
Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers is the definitive list showcasing the best employers for lesbian, gay, bi and trans staff. The list is compiled from submissions to the Workplace Equality Index, a powerful benchmarking tool used by employers to create inclusive workplaces. Now in its thirteenth year, the list celebrates the pioneering efforts of leading organisations to create inclusive workplaces.
The House of Commons Diversity and Inclusion Team aim to provide a positive, inclusive working environment where people are valued for the skills and experience they bring to work, whilst being representative of the society they serve. Whilst we have always taken an inclusive approach to the way we do things, this year the index was given more focus and has been champ...
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- House of Commons in Stonewall Workplace Equality Index top 100
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The House of Commons has been placed 28 out of 439 organisations by LGBT Charity Stonewall's Workplace Equality Index of UK employers. Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow MP, said:
“Receiving a coveted place in the Stonewall top 100 sends a strong message about who we are as an organisation. Our aim as a diverse employer is to recruit, retain and promote the best people and to be representative of the society we serve. The Stonewall Workplace Equality Index is an important acknowledgement of our commitment to both our staff and the public.”
Find out more: http://www.parliament.uk/mps-lords-and-offices/offices/commons/media-relations-group/news/house-of-commons-achieves-outstanding-rise-in-stonewalls-equality-index
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 18 January 2017
- Runtime
- 42:40
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 18 January 2017.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/january/prime-ministers-questions-18-january-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further ques...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 11 January 2017
- Runtime
- 38:10
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 11 January 2017.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2017/january/prime-ministers-questions-11-january-2017/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further ques...
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- Houses of Parliament then and now
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- UK Parliament has changed a lot in the past 150 years. Explore a collection of images, created by UK Parliamentary Archives using photos by Sir Benjamin Stone MP, to compare the building then and now https://goo.gl/N7Nc4r
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- Votes for women: the first mass suffrage petition
- Runtime
- 4:54
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 14 December 2016
- Runtime
- 45:18
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 14 December 2016.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/december/prime-minsiters-questions-14-december-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further q...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 7 December 2016
- Runtime
- 38:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- Leader of the House, David Lidington, answered questions from MPs on behalf of the Prime Minister, in the House of Commons on Wednesday 7 December 2016.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/december/pmqs-7-december-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 30 November 2016
- Runtime
- 35:33
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 30 November 2016.
http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/november/prime-ministers-questions-30-november-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further q...
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- Bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP by Suzie Zamit – Part 3/3: The unveiling
- Runtime
- 6:22
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- This is the last of three films charting the creation of a bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP (1833-91) for the Parliamentary Art Collection. It focuses on the unveiling of the bust in Portcullis House on 1 November 2016.
Unveiled in 2016 and sculpted by Suzie Zamit, the bronze bust was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art. It was donated to the House of Commons by the National Secular Society, which Bradlaugh founded 150 years earlier in 1866.
The bust is now on public display in the Palace of Westminster.
Find out more at www.parliament.uk/art-bradlaugh
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- Bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP by Suzie Zamit – Part 2/3: Casting of the bronze
- Runtime
- 4:23
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the second of three films charting the creation of a bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP (1833-91) for the Parliamentary Art Collection. It focuses on the process of casting the bust at a bronze foundry.
Unveiled in 2016 and sculpted by Suzie Zamit, the bronze bust was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art. It was donated to the House of Commons by the National Secular Society, which Bradlaugh founded 150 years earlier in 1866.
The bust is now on public display in the Palace of Westminster.
Find out more at www.parliament.uk/art-bradlaugh
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- Bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP by Suzie Zamit - Part 1/3: Sculpting the clay model
- Runtime
- 5:57
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the first of three films charting the creation of a bust of Charles Bradlaugh MP (1833-91) for the Parliamentary Art Collection. It focuses on the artist’s initial research and the creation of the clay model.
Unveiled in 2016 and sculpted by Suzie Zamit, the bronze bust was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art. It was donated to the House of Commons by the National Secular Society, which Bradlaugh founded 150 years earlier in 1866.
The bust is now on public display in the Palace of Westminster.
Find out more at www.parliament.uk/art-bradlaugh
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- Autumn Statement 2016: 23 November
- Runtime
- 1:08:48
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, delivered the 2016 Autumn Statement to the House of Commons on Wednesday 23 November.
The Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, John McDonnell, responded on behalf of the Opposition.
Read a transcript of the debate https://hansard.parliament.uk/Commons/2016-11-23
The Autumn Statement provides the Chancellor an opportunity to update MPs on the Government’s plans for the economy based on the latest forecasts from the independent Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 23 November 2016
- Runtime
- 36:47
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/november/prime-ministers-questions-23-november-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn. Usually, he is the only MP allowed to come back with further questions.
You can follow https://twitter.com/HouseofCommons for...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 16 November 2016
- Runtime
- 41:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 16 November 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/november/prime-ministers-questions-16-november-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the O...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 2 November 2016
- Runtime
- 38:32
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 2 November 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/october/prime-ministers-questions-26-october-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Oppo...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 26 October 2016
- Runtime
- 40:20
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 26 October 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/october/prime-ministers-questions-26-october-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Oppo...
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- Parliamentary Archives: The Digitisation Process
- Runtime
- 3:40
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Take a look at the work undertaken by the small dedicated team responsible for digitising the Parliamentary Archives collection, a process that is increasing public access but will take hundreds of years to complete.
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- Access to the Parliamentary Archives
- Runtime
- 4:52
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Parliamentary Archives currently receives 5,500 enquiries and 1,000 visits per year. Find out more about how the Archives Team helps people find the information they are looking for among the four million records in its collection.
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- ‘New Dawn’: The women’s suffrage artwork for Parliament, part 5/5 – The unveiling
- Runtime
- 10:25
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the fifth of five films exploring New Dawn, a contemporary sculpture by Mary Branson celebrating the campaign for women’s suffrage (the right to vote).
Commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2015, New Dawn resulted from a six-month residency in the Houses of Parliament followed by over a year of design and construction.
The metal and illuminated glass sculpture draws on concepts and imagery connected with Parliament and the votes for women campaign to celebrate the individuals and organisations involved in the fight for voting equality.
A significant addition to the Parliamentary Art Collection, New Dawn is permanently sited on the main public route through the Palace of Westminster and will be seen by the hundreds of thousands of people who visit Parliament each year.
Find out more at www.parliament.uk/newdawn
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- ‘New Dawn’: The women’s suffrage artwork for Parliament, part 4/5 – Installing the artwork
- Runtime
- 7:33
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the fourth of five films exploring New Dawn, a contemporary sculpture by Mary Branson celebrating the campaign for women’s suffrage (the right to vote).
Commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2015, New Dawn resulted from a six-month residency in the Houses of Parliament followed by over a year of design and construction.
The metal and illuminated glass sculpture draws on concepts and imagery connected with Parliament and the votes for women campaign to celebrate the individuals and organisations involved in the fight for voting equality.
A significant addition to the Parliamentary Art Collection, New Dawn is permanently sited on the main public route through the Palace of Westminster and will be seen by the hundreds of thousands of people who visit Parliament each year.
Find out more at www.parliament.uk/newdawn
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 19 October 2016
- Runtime
- 43:21
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 12 October 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/october/prime-ministers-questions-12-october-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Oppo...
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- The Energy Revolution
- Runtime
- 31:45
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- In March 2016, we launched our Energy Revolution inquiry to understand what technologies and innovations present the most opportunity for the UK energy system, what the implications might be for the energy system were some of these new technologies to receive widespread uptake, and what the role of Government is in facilitating innovation and the integration of new technologies. We asked our Twitter followers to answer one question: Which innovations have the greatest potential to revolutionise energy markets? Here is what they had to say.
For further information on this work, please consult our Energy Revolution webpage:
http://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/commons-select/energy-and-climate-change-committee/inquiries/parliament-2015/energy-revolution-15-16/
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- Parliament at sunset: Time-lapse
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Watch the sun set over the Houses of Parliament
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 12 October 2016
- Runtime
- 40:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 12 October 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/october/prime-ministers-questions-12-october-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the Oppo...
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- Portrait of the Rt Hon. the Baroness D’Souza CMG Lord Speaker: Part Two
- Runtime
- 7:29
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- In 2015 Paul Benney was commissioned by the House of Lords Works of Art Committee to paint a portrait of Baroness D’Souza during her term of office as Lord Speaker. This film shows footage of the portrait being painted, including interviews with the artist and the sitter.
The completed artwork will join the Parliamentary Art Collection and be displayed in the House of Lords.
This film was commissioned by the Curator’s Office to document this portrait commission and provide insight into the portrait painting process.
Find out more about the Parliamentary Art Collection
www.parliament.uk/art
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- ‘A Most Independent Member: Eleanor Rathbone MP’ by Susan Cohen
- Runtime
- 54:23
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- International Women’s Day Lecture: March 2016
‘A Most Independent Member: Eleanor Rathbone MP (1872 - 1946)’ by Dr Susan Cohen.
Introductions by Charlotte Mallon, winner of the Great Debate 2015, and Caroline Nokes MP, Chair of the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art.
The subject of this year’s Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art International Women’s Day Lecture is Eleanor Rathbone. Rathbone is an unsung heroine of the twentieth century and 2016 marks the 70th anniversary of her death. This lecture by Dr Susan Cohen, historian and author of ‘Rescue the Perishing: Eleanor Rathbone and the Refugees’, (2010) and co-founder of the Remembering Eleanor Rathbone Group, celebrates Rathbone's life and embraces her diverse humanitarian activism as well as her courage as one of the few female politicians of the time.
International Women’s Day is held yearly in March, and is celebrated during Women’s Hist...
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- ‘Alice Hawkins: A Suffragette’ by Peter Barratt
- Runtime
- 59:15
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Women’s History Month: March 2016
‘Alice Hawkins: A Suffragette’ by Peter Barratt
Born in 1863, Alice lived most of her life in Leicester. A mother of six and shoe machinist by trade, Alice was determined to have an equal say in the democracy of the day. An active member of the Women's Social and Political Union, she was imprisoned five times in all in her struggle. Alice was also a founding member of the Women's Labour League, the Labour Party's original women's section. Her fascinating story is told by her great grandson, Peter Barratt.
Women’s History Month is being celebrated with four talks throughout March 2016 along with the International Women’s Day Lecture, ‘Eleanor Rathbone, A Most Independent Member’, held on 8th March 2016 by Dr Susan Cohen.
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- 'The Women's Freedom League' by Claire Eustance
- Runtime
- 28:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Women’s History Month: March 2016
‘Muriel Matters! The story of an Australian woman who came to London and became a suffragette.’
Muriel Matters was an actress from Adelaide who arrived in London in 1905. She joined the campaign for Votes for Women and undertook a number of daring exploits including chaining herself to the Ladies Gallery in the House of Commons. A member of the Women's Freedom League Muriel Matters was, like many others, imprisoned as the result of her campaigning exploits. The film will be introduced by Deirdre Brock MP and Dr Clare Eustance from the University of Greenwich will give a short talk on the Women’s Freedom League before the film.
Due to copyright we cannot show the film, ‘Muriel Matters!’ on this website. It can be downloaded at www.roninfilms.com.au
Women’s History Month is being celebrated with four talks throughout March 2016 along with the International Women’s Day Lecture, ‘Eleanor...
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- ‘Diane Abbott MP’ by Stuart Pearson Wright
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- October 2016’s Artwork of the Month is Stuart Pearson Wright’s portrait of Diane Abbott MP, the first black woman to be elected to the UK House of Commons. In the short film above, the sitter discusses this important painting.
The portrait was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2003 to commemorate Diane Abbott’s important place in Parliament’s history.
After working as a journalist and serving on Westminster City Council, Diane Abbott was first elected as Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington in June 1987. She has held this seat ever since.
During Ed Miliband’s period as Labour Leader, Diane Abbott served as Shadow Minister for Public Health (2010-13). Under Jeremy Corbyn, she was initially Shadow Secretary of State for International Development (2015-16) and is currently the Shadow Secretary of State for Health.
Stuart Pearson Wright studied at the Slade School of Fine Art. He won the BP Portrait Award in 2...
- Title
- How do Americans elect their President?
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A guide to the US political system aimed at A Level students, explaining how elections work in the USA.
For more educational teaching resources visit UK Parliament's education website http://www.parliament.uk/education
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- Title
- How to access the Houses of Parliament - Preview
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, introduces a series of videos which show how the historic buildings of UK Parliament are accessible to everyone. www.parliament.uk/visit
For more information about:
Getting here https://goo.gl/uHwZFx
Access to Parliament https://goo.gl/wCQghB
Getting around https://goo.gl/DLKKtE
Taking a tour https://goo.gl/OiNqn1
Refreshments and Toilet Facilities https://goo.gl/KQYito
- Title
- Prime Minister's Questions: 14 September 2016
- Runtime
- 40:07
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 14 September 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/september/prime-ministers-questions-14-september-2016
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the...
- Title
- Prime Minister's Questions: 7 September 2016
- Runtime
- 39:29
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 7 September 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/september/prime-ministers-questions-7-september-2016/
Question Time in the House of Commons is an opportunity for MPs to question government ministers about matters for which they are responsible.
Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday that the House of Commons is sitting and gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime 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.
Opposition MPs follow up on this or another topic, usually led by the Leader of the ...
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- How can I find a Member of the House of Lords?
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: http://www.parliament.uk/lordsmembers
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to find Members of the House of Lords using Parliament’s website.
You will be able to access latest information about Members of the Lords such as contact details, policy interests and parliamentary activity.
Why might I need this service?
Members of the House of Lords examine matters of public interest and have certain interests or experience in particular policy areas. You can find and contact any Member of the Lords to ask if they will raise an issue for you or question the Government on your behalf.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The Parliament website contains the most up to date information about Members of the House of Lords and their work
• If you wish to contact a Member, you can do so directly via email
• The information on the Parliament website is ...
- Title
- How can I find Parliamentary briefing papers online?
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: http://researchbriefings.parliament.uk/
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to search for and download Parliamentary briefing papers using the Parliament website.
Why might I need this service?
Parliamentary briefing papers from the House of Lords Library, the House of Commons Library and the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology provide impartial research, analysis and information on topical issues. You may wish to read a report summary or download an electronic copy of a report for research purposes or general interest.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The Parliament website contains the most up to date reports
• The search and filter functions make finding a report easier and quicker
• The information on the Parliament website is free
- Title
- How can I find out about Bills going through Parliament?
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: http://services.parliament.uk/bills/
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to search for and find out information about Bills that are going through Parliament using Parliament’s website.
You will be able to access latest information about Bills such as the Bill’s progress, the latest events regarding the Bill and what’s coming up next. You will also be able to download the Bill documents.
Why might I need this service?
Bills and Legislation sets out the proposals for new laws, and plans to change existing laws, that are presented for debate before Parliament. This service allows the public to access documents and information about Bills that might affect them or that they are interested in.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The Parliament website contains the most up to date information about Bills currently before Parliament
• You can sear...
- Title
- How can I watch what's happening in Parliament online?
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: http://www.parliamentlive.tv
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to access Parliament TV so you can watch live proceedings from the UK Parliament, search the archives for previous recordings and find out what’s coming up.
Why might I need this service?
Watching Parliament TV is a great way to stay up to date with what’s going on in Parliament. If there is a particular issue you are interested in, you can find specific recordings that relate to it using this service.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The Parliament TV website is updated daily and shows live debates which means it is an easy way to access the latest news from Parliament
• You will have access to an archive of previous footage that’s easily searchable
• You can find out what is coming up
• The footage on the Parliament TV website is free to view
- Title
- How can I start a petition online?
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: https://petition.parliament.uk
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to start a new online petition using the UK Government and Parliament petitions website.
Why might I need this service?
If there is an issue that is important to you, an online petition can be a good way to have your say and make a difference. If a petition on your topic doesn’t already exist, starting a petition via the UK Government and Parliament petitions website can be quick and simple.
What are the benefits of accessing this service online?
• The UK Government and Parliament petitions website provides the most up to date information on petitions in the UK
• Starting a petition online can be easier and quicker than paper petitions
• The online petitions service is free
