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Senior Conservative Women MPs Call For 'Zero Tolerance Policy' After Chris Pincher Allegations
Political parties
Senior Conservative Women MPs Call For "Zero Tolerance Policy" After Chris Pincher Allegations
Two senior Tory women MPs have written to the Chief Whip calling for a "zero tolerance" policy when it comes to those accused of sexual misconduct.
Rock Around The Tok: Meet the new generation of TikTok MPs
Parliament
By Zoe Crowther
Rock Around The Tok: Meet the new generation of TikTok MPs
When Nadine Dorries became Culture Secretary, she probably didn’t imagine she would soon be dropping her first rap on TikTok. Zoe Crowther explores MPs’ relationship with social’s fastest growing platform. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall.
Round-The-Clock: Keeping Big Ben ticking
Culture
By John Johnston
Round-The-Clock: Keeping Big Ben ticking
As years of restoration work on Big Ben come to a close, one of Parliament’s clock keepers explains what makes him tick.
Babies Should Continue To Be Banned From Commons Chamber, MPs Say
Parliament
Babies Should Continue To Be Banned From Commons Chamber, MPs Say
The Commons Procedure Committee has backed current rules which ban MPs from taking babies into the chamber during debates.
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Communities
By Laura Hutchinson
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Heidi Allen, Conservative, Change UK and Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire 2015 – 2019
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
Defence
By John Johnston
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
During 21 years in the army, Scott Awad never expected he would find himself working at the heart of politics.
Restoration and Renewal must deliver value for money as well as fulfilling Parliament's needs
Parliament
By Charles Walker MP
Restoration and Renewal must deliver value for money as well as fulfilling Parliament's needs
The Palace of Westminster sits at the heart of a UNESCO world heritage site and is a global symbol of our parliamentary democracy.
We must reset the balance of power between Parliament and the government
Parliament
By Lord Hodgson and Lord McLoughlin
We must reset the balance of power between Parliament and the government
In November 2021, the Lords Delegated Powers and Regulatory Reform Committee (DPRRC) and the Lords Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee (SLSC), working in close collaboration, issued a stark warning – that, for years now, power has been shifting away from Parliament towards the executive and it is now a matter of urgency that the shift should stop and the balance be re-set.
Pastimes – Bill Wiggin
Parliament
By Rosamund Urwin
Pastimes – Bill Wiggin
Bill Wiggin was once thrown into the dirt by one of his cows.
Boris Johnson's Former Ethics Adviser Says Steel Is a 'Distraction' From Objection That Drove Resignation
Parliament
Boris Johnson's Former Ethics Adviser Says Steel Is a "Distraction" From Objection That Drove Resignation
Lord Geidt, who resigned from his position as Boris Johnson's ethics adviser last week, has insisted that the move was not limited to the issues around steel, but was driven by broader ethical objections.
Refugee Week marked in Parliament with exhibition featuring portraits of refugee women
Books & culture
By Sienna Rodgers
Refugee Week marked in Parliament with exhibition featuring portraits of refugee women
Refugee Week is being celebrated in Parliament with a special artistic exhibition of portraits featuring refugee women from around the world.
Keeping the two Houses together is vital for an effective Parliament and government scrutiny
Parliament
By Lord Norton of Louth
Keeping the two Houses together is vital for an effective Parliament and government scrutiny
Two years ago, the prospect was floated of the House of Lords moving out of London during the Restoration and Renewal of the Palace of Westminster.
Committee Corridor: Tom Tugendhat on Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Defence
By Sienna Rodgers
Committee Corridor: Tom Tugendhat on Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Conservative MP, former soldier and foreign affairs specialist Tom Tugendhat is the host of a new podcast about Commons committees. He talks to Sienna Rodgers about the war in Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Mrs Crackenthorpe's Diary
Parliament
By Mrs Crackenthorpe
Mrs Crackenthorpe's Diary
Summertime has arrived in SW1 and the ensuing smiles and sunshine have Mrs C feeling utterly radiant. Bursting blue skies and balmy weather means it’s Terrace time all the time on the estate, bringing more wonderful opportunities for Mrs C’s minions to feed her craving for juicy tidbits. So without further ado, here’s what I’ve been eating up in the sunshine…
House of Commons to become ‘menopause friendly’ employer
Parliament
By Sienna Rodgers
House of Commons to become ‘menopause friendly’ employer
In the latest issue of the magazine, we cover parliamentary news, from Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle backing ‘menopause friendly’ policies to a new restoration and renewal approach being agreed – and plenty more...
To honour Sir David Amess’ legacy, we must make the Children’s Parliament a success
Education
By Anna Firth MP
To honour Sir David Amess’ legacy, we must make the Children’s Parliament a success
Sir David Amess knew our Parliament was the best in the world and was passionate about the importance of democracy.
Lord Geidt Resigns As Boris Johnson's Ethics Chief
Political parties
Lord Geidt Resigns As Boris Johnson's Ethics Chief
The Prime Minister’s ethics adviser has resigned from his post in a further blow to the government as it seeks to repair the damage of partygate.
From maternity rights to terminal illness support: The House guide to 2022 Private Members' Bills
Parliament
By Sienna Rodgers
From maternity rights to terminal illness support: The House guide to 2022 Private Members' Bills
Out of 460 MPs who entered the Private Members' Bill ballot in May, a total of 20 were drawn – allowing these parliamentarians to introduce their chosen bills to the House of Commons today.
I am proud to be the first woman of colour elected to the Senedd – but the expansion scheme is a mistake
Parliament
By Natasha Asghar MS
I am proud to be the first woman of colour elected to the Senedd – but the expansion scheme is a mistake
Drastic plans to radically reshape the political landscape in Wales are looming on the horizon in what will be the biggest shake-up to democracy since devolution began in 1999.
Boris Johnson’s Ethics Chief Doesn’t Deny He Threatened To Quit Over Partygate
Political parties
Boris Johnson’s Ethics Chief Doesn’t Deny He Threatened To Quit Over Partygate
Lord Geidt, the Prime Minister's independent adviser on ministerial standards, has not denied reports he threatened to resign over the partygate scandal.
My dealings with parliament's complaints service reveal a flawed process
Parliament
By Anonymous Staffer
My dealings with parliament's complaints service reveal a flawed process
In December 2021, I concluded a process through the Independent Complaints and Grievances Service (ICGS) against a former employer.
Forty years ago Ronald Reagan’s words inspired a generation – his belief in democracy is still as relevant today
Parliament
By Richard Graham MP
Forty years ago Ronald Reagan’s words inspired a generation – his belief in democracy is still as relevant today
Old speeches rarely age well. But there are exceptions, and on its 40th anniversary, Ronald Reagan's speech in the Palace of Westminster on 8 June 1982 should be essential reading for all of us who care about the future of democracy.
Maiden Voyages: Anna Firth
Political parties
By Patrick Kidd
Maiden Voyages: Anna Firth
In his occasional series, Patrick Kidd looks at maiden speeches of note.
Senior Tory Confirms He Will Vote To Oust Boris Johnson Over Lack Of 'Integrity, Competence And Vision'
Political parties
Senior Tory Confirms He Will Vote To Oust Boris Johnson Over Lack Of "Integrity, Competence And Vision"
Former foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt has confirmed he will vote to replace Boris Johnson as Tory leader when a confidence vote in the Prime Minister is held tonight.