Visit - UK Parliament
WEBTours. We offer a range of tours which enable you to see inside one of the world's most famous buildings and find out about the work of UK Parliament. Talks and events. We run a programme of talks and events throughout the year on a range of subjects including Big Ben and how UK Parliament works. Watch PMQs, debates and committees.
UK Parliament
WEBSep 27, 2024 — 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. We're having some trouble connecting to the …
Today's House of Commons debates - UK Parliament
WEBToday's House of Commons debates. Visit Hansard to read transcripts of debates. section of our site to watch live and archived coverage of all UK Parliament proceedings taking place in public, including debates and committee meetings of both Houses. Visit the Parliament TV section of our site to watch live and archived coverage of all UK ...
Prime Minister's Questions - UK Parliament
WEBJan 12, 2024 — Prime Minister's Questions: 12 February 2020. Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, gives MPs the chance to question the Prime Minister. PMQs takes place at midday every Wednesday when the Commons is sitting.
The Palace of Westminster - UK Parliament
WEBWestminster Hall is the oldest building on the Parliamentary estate. It has played a central role in 900 years of British history, with the major institutions of the British state having grown up directly around it. St Stephen's Chapel is …
Finding your MP - UK Parliament
WEBMPs and Members of the Lords sit in the two Chambers of Parliament scrutinising the Government and debating legislation. Find Members of Parliament (MPs) by postcode and constituency, and Members of the House of Lords by name and party. Search for Members by name, postcode, or constituency. Learn about their experience, knowledge and …
Tours - UK Parliament
WEBBook a Big Ben tour. Inside UK Parliament guided tours - Free for UK residents. In person at UK Parliament. Available to UK residents only. This 75-minute guided tour explores how UK Parliament and democracy work today. Book through your local MP or a member of the House of Lords. Find out more.
Big Ben - UK Parliament
WEBBig Ben guide book. This book tells the story of the iconic tower, the Great Clock and bell which became known as 'Big Ben'. Contains over 130 images and illustrations. The official Big Ben page for UK Parliament. Discover the latest news about the Elizabeth Tower conservation project, and fascinating facts and history about iconic Big Ben ...
What is the role of Parliament? - UK Parliament
WEBThe main functions of the UK Parliament are to: Check and challenge the work of the Government (scrutiny) Make and change laws (legislation) Debate the important issues of the day (debating) Check and approve Government spending (budget/taxes) Parliament is made up of three central elements: the House of Commons, the House of Lords and the ...
Magna Carta - UK Parliament
WEBMagna Carta was issued in June 1215 and was the first document to put into writing the principle that the king and his government was not above the law. It sought to prevent the king from exploiting his power, and placed limits of royal authority by establishing law as a power in itself. In 2015 the Houses of Parliament, along with the people ...