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Access to the Parliamentary Archives
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- Access to the Parliamentary Archives
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- 4:52
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 43:21
- 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 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 7:30
- 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
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- 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
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- 59:15
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- 28:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- 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...
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- How do Americans elect their President?
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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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- How to access the Houses of Parliament - Preview
- Runtime
- 0:30
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 14 September 2016
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- 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...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 7 September 2016
- Runtime
- 39:29
- 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 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?
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- 1:29
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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 ...
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- How can I find Parliamentary briefing papers online?
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- How can I find out about Bills going through Parliament?
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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...
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- How can I watch what's happening in Parliament online?
- Runtime
- 2:24
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- How can I start a petition online?
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
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- 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
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- How can I find and sign petitions online?
- Runtime
- 2:23
- 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 search for and sign petitions using the UK Government and Parliament petitions website.
Why might I need this service?
Signing a petition online is an easy way to have your say on issues that are important to you. The petitions website makes it easy to find existing petitions and get involved.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The UK Government and Parliament petitions website provides the most up to date information for petitions in the UK
• Signing a petition online can be a quick way to have your say on important issues
• The search box functions make it easier to find the petition you’re looking for
• The information on the UK Government and Parliament petitions website is free
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- How can I find my MP?
- Runtime
- 1:23
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go to: https://www.parliament.uk/findyourmp
What will this video help me do?
This video will show you how to find Members of Parliament (MPs) using Parliament’s website.
You will be able to access up to date information about MPs such as contact details and parliamentary activity.
Why might I need this service?
MPs represent all the people in their local area, whether they vote for them or not. MPs can speak out in the House Commons about issues that matter to you. You can contact your MP when you, or people living in your area, are affected by decisions made by the UK Parliament or by the Government.
What are the benefits of accessing this information online?
• The Parliament website contains the most up to date information about MPs and their work
• If you wish to contact a MP, you can do so directly via email
• The information on the Parliament website is free
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- Perspectives on UK Parliament: Fully accessible? Parliament and disability
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- 10:37
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- On Thursday 1 December 2015 Lord Holmes of Richmond and Ann Moghaddami and Tracey West from ParliABLE took part in a Perspectives on Parliament event about disability in the UK Parliament.
In this video of highlights from the event, the panel discuss the experiences of disabled Parliamentarians championing disability causes in the UK Parliament, what it’s like to work for the UK Parliament, and how accessible Parliament is to those with disabilities.
Lord Holmes of Richmond is a Paralympic gold medallist and Conservative member of the House of Lords. Ann Moghaddami works for the Parliamentary Estates Directorate and is Chair of ParliABLE, Parliament’s workplace equality network for disability. Tracey West works for Visitor Services in Parliament and is Vice-Chair of Parliament.
Find out more about ParliABLE: www.parliament.uk/about/working/workplace-equality-networks/parliable/
Perspectives on Parliament events give an insight...
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- Theresa May's first Prime Minister's Questions: 20 July 2016
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- 37:38
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, Theresa May, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 20 July 2016. This was her first Prime Minister's questions.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/july/prime-ministers-questions-20-july-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,...
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- Perspectives on UK Parliament: What it’s really like to work for an MP
- Runtime
- 7:48
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- On Thursday 24 November 2015 the Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London hosted a Perspectives on Parliament event about the real life of MPs staff.
Janet Walker, Chief of Staff to Tom Tugendhat MP, gives a candid insight into what it is really like ‘in the thick of it’, discussing the trials and tribulations faced by MPs staff and the vital skills they need to succeed.
Perspectives on Parliament events give an insight into Parliament's people, processes, offices, history and culture. They will also give an insight into how Parliament scrutinises specific policy areas. These events are held at universities and higher education institutions across the UK.
Find out how you can get involved with the UK Parliament at www.parliament.uk/get-involved/
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- Perspectives on UK Parliament: Fully representative? Parliament and BAME communities
- Runtime
- 7:30
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- On Thursday 18 February Simon Wooley, Dr Anna Dickson and L’myah Ross-Walcott participated in a Perspectives on Parliament panel discussion on the UK Parliament’s engagement with BAME communities, at Aston University.
The panel discussed the experiences of BAME staff and campaigners working in and with Parliament, and how and why BAME communities should get involved and make their voices heard.
Simon Wooley, Chair of Operation Black Vote.
Dr Anna Dickson, House of Commons Clerk and co-chair of ParliREACH: Parliament’s workplace equality network for race, ethnicity and cultural heritage.
L’myah Ross-Walcott, politics student at Aston University and former placement student in the Houses of Parliament Outreach and Engagement Service.
Find out more about ParliREACH: http://www.parliament.uk/about/working/workplace-equality-networks/parlireach/
Perspectives on Parliament events give an insight into Parliament's people, pr...
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- My Life as a Yemeni in the UK - #YourStoryOurHistory
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- As part of the Yemeni community living in South Shields, Leyla explains the history behind her ancestors’ move to Britain and how equality legislation has allowed her to freely practise her faith in her place of work.
The ‘Your Story, Our History’ series focuses on three individuals - Janett, Leyla, and Shango – who share their experiences of how legislation passed by the UK Parliament has affected their lives.
Find out more about the "Your Story, Our History" series at : www.parliament.uk/yourstoryourhistory
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- Educating People About Diversity and Equality - #YourStoryOurHistory
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Janett explains how being from an ethnic background has positively benefitted her in her job of educating large-scale institutions about diversity and equality in the work place.
The ‘Your Story, Our History’ series focuses on three individuals - Janett, Leyla, and Shango – who share their experiences of how legislation passed by the UK Parliament has affected their lives.
Find out more about the "Your Story, Our History" series at : www.parliament.uk/yourstoryourhistory
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- My Life as an Immigrant in 1960s Britain - #YourStoryOurHistory
- Runtime
- 2:43
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Having arrived from Trinidad into Britain in 1962, Shango Baku recalls the discrimination he faced when trying to find accommodation and the positive law changes that prevented it from happening in the future.
The ‘Your Story, Our History’ series focuses on three individuals - Janett, Leyla, and Shango – who share their experiences of how legislation passed by the UK Parliament has affected their lives.
Find out more about the "Your Story, Our History" series at : www.parliament.uk/yourstoryourhistory
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- David Cameron's last Prime Minister's Questionss: 13 July 2016
- Runtime
- 37:48
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, David Cameron, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 13 July 2016. This was his last Prime Minister's questions.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/july/prime-ministers-questions-13-july-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...
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- Portrait of the Rt Hon. the Baroness D’Souza CMG Lord Speaker: Part One
- Runtime
- 7:23
- 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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- Pounds, pence and politics – how the UK Parliament scrutinises economic issues
- Runtime
- 7:42
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- On Thursday 3 March 2016 the University of Leeds hosted a Perspectives on Parliament event on the UK Parliament’s scrutiny of economic issues. In this video of highlights from the event…
Rachel Reeves, MP for Leeds West, discusses the ways that Opposition MPs can scrutinise Government’s economic decisions.
Ayeesha Waller, Clerk of the House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee, outlines how select committees go about scrutinising Government’s economic decisions.
Perspectives on Parliament events give an insight into Parliament's people, processes, offices, history and culture. They will also give an insight into how Parliament scrutinises specific policy areas. These events are held at universities and higher education institutions across the UK.
Find out how you can get involved with the UK Parliament at www.parliament.uk/get-involved/
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 6 July 2016
- Runtime
- 32:00
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, David Cameron, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 6 July 2016. This was the first Prime Minister's questions after the Chilcot Report on the Iraq Inquiry was published.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/july/prime-ministers-questions-6-july-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.
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- Acts of War – Education Act 1918
- Runtime
- 6:01
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The 1918 Education Act was one of the more significant pieces of social legislation passed during the First World War and paved the way for many of the principles of the modern schools system. With contributions from Lord Morgan, Tristram Hunt MP and BBC correspondent Nick Robinson, Acts of War tells the story of the remarkable educationalist Herbert Fisher and his wartime reform of the British education system. For more information on Parliament and the First World War go to www.parliament.uk/ww1
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- Margaret Thatcher Statue
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Margaret Thatcher was first elected to the House of Commons in October 1959. She was promoted shortly after her election, serving as Parliamentary Undersecretary at the Ministry of Pensions and National Insurance in Harold Macmillan's administration, the youngest woman ever to take up such a post at that time. She joined Ted Heath’s Cabinet as Secretary of State for Education and Science in 1970, serving in that post for the duration of that government.
Following the defeat of the Conservative Party in both the 1974 general elections, Thatcher challenged Heath’s leadership of the party. She was elected as party leader, and thus Leader of the Opposition on 11 February 1975. She would go on to secure three terms in office as Prime Minister, winning her first election in 1979.
Antony Dufort’s statue of Margaret Thatcher was commissioned by the Speaker’s Advisory Committee on Works of Art in 2003, following a change in the rules, which had previously disa...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 29 June 2016
- Runtime
- 39:21
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, David Cameron, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 29 June 2016. This was the first Prime Minister's questions after the EU referendum vote.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/june/prime-ministers-questions-29-june-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 foll...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 15 June 2016
- Runtime
- 39:42
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, David Cameron, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 15 June 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/june/prime-ministers-questions-15-june-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,...
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- Prime Minister's Questions: 8 June 2016
- Runtime
- 39:56
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Prime Minister, David Cameron, answered questions from MPs in the House of Commons on Wednesday 8 June 2016.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/june/prime-ministers-questions-8-june-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, J...
- Title
- ‘New Dawn’: The women’s suffrage artwork for Parliament, part 3/3 – Making the metalwork
- Runtime
- 9:27
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the third 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
- Title
- ‘New Dawn’: The women’s suffrage artwork for Parliament, part 2/3 – Making the glasswork
- Runtime
- 9:07
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the second 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
- Title
- ‘New Dawn’: The women’s suffrage artwork for Parliament, part 1/3 – Prototype
- Runtime
- 8:28
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- This is the first 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
- Title
- Lord Falconer Portrait
- Runtime
- 4:13
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Baroness Howells discusses one of her favourite art works in Parliament: Michael Taylor's portrait of Lord Falconer of Thoroton.
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- Title
- The Armada Paintings
- Runtime
- 4:10
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Lord Crathorne discusses his favourite art work in Parliament: the Armada Paintings. He explains the historical context of the Spanish Armada and the circumstances in which the paintings came about.
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- Title
- The Dearsley Window
- Runtime
- 3:52
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Baroness Massey discusses her favourite art work in Parliament: the Dearsley Window. Baroness Massey explains the history of the art work and its connection to the Suffragette movement.
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- Title
- Baroness Amos portrait
- Runtime
- 2:58
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Baroness Howells discusses one of her favourite art works in Parliament: the portrait of Baroness Amos, one of the first black women peers in the House, by Paul Benney.
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- Title
- Prime Minister's Questions: 25 May 2016
- Runtime
- 38:54
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- On Wednesday 25 May, Prime Minister's Questions were taken by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, in the House of Commons Chamber.
Shadow First Secretary of State and Shadow Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, Angela Eagle, responded on behalf of the Opposition.
To find out more about this week's questions, including links to the transcript, visit: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/may/prime-ministers-questions-25-may-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 ...
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- Women and Parliament event - International Women’s Day 2016
- Runtime
- 56:51
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Women and Parliament, what has changed and what still needs to change?
A special event hosted by Parliament’s Outreach Service at Westminster to mark International Women’s Day 2016 as part of the Outreach Service ‘ Women and Parliament programme.
With an introduction from the Lord Speaker Baroness D’Souza, join us to hear from Margaret Hodge MP and Baroness Young of Hornsey on their experiences from Parliament and beyond, and take a look at the question - is politics personal?
More information on the Outreach Service and organising a free workshop: http://www.parliament.uk/get-involved/
More information on Women and Parliament: http://www.parliament.uk/about/parliament-and-women/
- Title
- State Opening of Parliament 2016
- Runtime
- 16:37
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- The Queen's Speech
The Queen's Speech is delivered by the Queen from the Throne in the House of Lords. Although the Queen reads the speech, it is written by the government. It contains an outline of its policies and proposed legislation for the new parliamentary session.
After the Queen's Speech
When the Queen leaves, a new parliamentary session starts and Parliament gets back to work. Members of both agree an ‘Address in Reply to Her Majesty’s Gracious Speech’ and debate the content of the speech. Each House continues the debate over the planned legislative programme for several days, looking at different subject areas. The Queen's Speech is voted on by the Commons, but no vote is taken in the Lords.
Find out more about State Opening and the Queen's Speech: http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/may/lords-state-opening/
- Title
- The role of Parliament
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Find out about the three parts of Parliament – the House of Commons, the House of Lords and the Monarch – and the roles they play.
Find out more at http://www.parliament.uk/role
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