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ParliamentNow presents information from the UK Parliament annunciator system, covering both the House of Commons and House of Lords. Similar to annunciator screens on the Parliamentary estate, it provides constantly updated information on what's happening in both chambers.

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ParliamentNow presents information from the UK Parliament annunciator system, covering both the House of Commons and House of Lords. Similar to annunciator screens on the Parliamentary estate, it provides constantly updated information on what's happening in both chambers.

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Latest news from the House of Commons and Houses of Lords.

Skills England chiefs to face Education Committee on shaping the workforce
 The Education Committee will question the leaders of Skills England about progress with establishing the Government agency, which Ministers hope will increase the take up of apprenticeships, tackle skills shortages in key sectors and drive economic growth.
17 April 2025
The House of Commons Chamber viewed from above, with MPs sat on benches and Keir Starmer MP speaking at the despatch box.
Coming up in the Commons 22-25 April
Find out what's coming up in the Commons 22-25 April
17 April 2025
Tobacco and Vapes Bill considered by Lords
Members debate “smoke-free generation” legislation at second reading. Find out more
17 April 2025
What's on in the Lords 22-25 April
Discover the business in the House of Lords between 22-25 April
17 April 2025
Lords 'tidies up' Mental Health Bill
Lords makes final checks to Mental Health Bill at third reading on 23 April 2025. Find out more
17 April 2025
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Renters' Rights Bill enters Lords committee stage
Members discuss changes on notice periods, student tenancies and extension agreements as line by line scrutiny begins. Find out more
17 April 2025
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Watch the latest videos about the work of Parliament on our official YouTube channel

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Developer hub
Resources for developers, including a directory of open data APIs which allow Parliamentary data to be shared publicly

Other Parliamentary resources

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Written questions, answers and statements
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Statutory Instruments
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Treaties
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Deposited papers
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MPs' Guide to Procedure
Practical, clearly written guidance on House of Commons procedure for MPs and their staff
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Erskine May
Browse and search an online version of Erskine May’s treatise on the law, privileges, proceedings

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