Big Ben - UK Parliament
WEBBig Ben is probably the world's most famous clock. That iconic silhouette is instantly recognisable and is one of the most Instagrammed landmarks on the planet. Six monarchs and 41 prime ministers have come and gone since the bells first struck their now familiar music across Westminster. Here we tell Big Ben's historic story in words and images.
Visit - UK Parliament
WEBWe run a programme of talks and events throughout the year on a range of subjects including Big Ben and how UK Parliament works. Visitors are welcome to watch debates and committee hearings in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Parliamentary Archives are open again and free to access but you will need to …
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 …
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.
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 ...
UK Parliament
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Parliament Now. 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.
Parliamentary business - UK Parliament
WEB2 days ago · The House of Lords is the second chamber of UK Parliament. It shares the task of making and shaping laws and checking and challenging the government's work. Access legislative documents, including Public, Private and Hybrid Bills, Acts of Parliament and Statutory Instruments.
Prime Minister's Questions - UK Parliament
WEBJan 12, 2024 · 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. Watch PMQs live every Wednesday on Parliament TV. Find out more about PMQs.
House of Lords - UK Parliament
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Lords completes detailed scrutiny of Bank Resolution (Recapitalisation) Bill. Members discuss changes on parliamentary engagement as committee stage wraps up. Find out more. 11 September 2024. Read more Lords News. What's on today. What's on tomorrow. What's on next week. The House of Lords is …
House of Commons recess dates - UK Parliament
WEBNov 11, 2012 · 7 October 2024. Summer. 30 July 2024. 2 September 2024. The 2024-25 session began with the State Opening of Parliament on 17 July 2024. The exact pattern of recesses can change and is normally slightly different for the two Houses. Recess dates and sitting days for the House of Commons, Houses of Parliament.
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