In an occasional series, staff from Parliament’s libraries give The House choice nuggets from the archives. This week, Professor Grant Hill-Cawthorne, librarian of the House of Commons and managing director of research and information, looks at transport

The recent passing of Lord Lawson, the architect of the low-tax economy that drove the 1980s economic boom, feels like something more fundamental than simply the passing of a great man.

It was a momentous day on 22 November 2017 at the Ferguson shipyard on the Lower Clyde. The pipes played. Little children waved their Saltires while no less a personage than Nicola Sturgeon descended to perform the launch of the MV Glen Sannox, proud addition to the Caledonian MacBrayne fleet.

I don’t want special treatment, I just want the same miserable experience of commuting as everyone else

Now that passenger numbers are returning to pre-Covid levels the network needs enhancements to increase rail capacity, improve journey times and generate economic growth

Cultivated, popular and charming Peter Brooke was a first gentleman of politics, making a real contribution to securing peace in Northern Ireland. Words by Lord King

In response to P&O Ferries sacking nearly 800 employees in 2022, a new piece of legislation has been created to better protect seafarers. Sophie Church explores how the Seafarers’ Wages Act may dissuade ferry operators from following in P&O Ferries’ wake

Squirrelled away behind the Terrace cafeteria lies John Simon – Parliament’s unisex hair salon. Sophie Church pays a visit to Kelly Dodge, John Simon’s manager, to hear what has kept her styling hair in Parliament for so long

Today saw the publication of the Government’s much-anticipated Semiconductor Strategy. Scott White, Co-Founder of Pragmatic, gives his response, and reflects on the next steps for the sector.

Decarbonising the UK’s public and private property estates will require vast investment in new technology as we transition towards new energy sources. But the real challenge, explains Craig McGilvray, Amey’s Managing Director for it’s FM business, will be to truly engage and support property users to actually make this vital change happen.

Politics this week has been enlivened by the curious import of a United States inspired National Conservatism (NatCon) conference in Westminster.

Nickie Aiken entered Parliament in 2019. She has rapidly established a reputation as a passionate advocate for women’s health issues. As part of our Women in Westminster series, she sat down with PoliticsHome to share her experiences in politics so far, and her hopes for the future

CEO of Veterans Aid Dr Hugh Milroy's recent interactions on the international stage have caused him to reflect on both the universality and complexity of individual nations' post-service problems - and the need to take a 'bottom up' approach to resolving them.

As the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult celebrates its 10th anniversary, we look back at a remarkable decade of transformation in the offshore renewable energy sector and try to anticipate what the future holds as the nation heads towards its net zero target.

Government has finally – after many delays since it was first announced in 2019 – today introduced a bill which will pass much needed regulation for the private rented sector.

HS2 is in danger of becoming a national humiliation. Writer and consultant John Oxley argues that it is part of a growing trend of blocked development that threatens Britain’s economy

The requirement for photo ID for a person already registered to vote in a United Kingdom election was a daft idea from the start.

Just a few weeks ago, I was in a room with people representing one of the most exciting technological innovations we could see for many years, as I launched the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Self-Driving Vehicles.

If The Book of Wilding’s commendable aims are to be realised Parliament must recognise the value of biodiversity and put in the necessary economic framework to support it

The Energy Saving Stamp Duty Incentive will provide a fair and flexible nudge for homeowners, valuing energy performance in the housing market and creating a strong, stable, sustainable competitive market.

40 Parliamentarians from 24 countries call on G7 leaders to invest in neglected tropical diseases.

There are two workforces whose efforts keep the country running without the recognition they deserve: older workers and key workers. These two groups were absolutely integral to the country’s battle with COVID and everyday they are helping to power the UK’s economic growth.

In an occasional series, Professor Philip Cowley offers a political science lesson for The House’s readers. Here: local elections

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