COMMONS
The Committee is appointed by the House of Commons to examine the expenditure, administration and policy of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and its associated public bodies.
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee hold their fourth and fifth evidence sessions on the Natural Environment White Paper on 29 February and 27 March
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee hold oral evidence sessions on Tuesday 31 January and Wednesday 1 February
MPs take evidence on valuing environmental benefits in policy and decision making
Much of the work of the House of Commons and the House of Lords takes place in committees, which examine issues in detail, from government policy to proposed new laws.
Detailed guidance for individuals and organisations giving written or oral evidence to House of Commons Select Committees.
This short film explains the role and impact of select committees, their membership, how they conduct inquiries, what it's like to be a witness and how you can get involved.
Committees, made up of MPs or Lords, examine issues in detail such as new legislation or topics like the economy. Watch democracy in action by attending a public committee session.
Watch live or archived coverage of Parliamentary business
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