Boris Johnson has promised that Britain will be open to the world's "most talented" minds after Brexit as he unveiled a new fast-track visa scheme for scientists, mathematicians and researchers.

The Metropolitan Police has been criticised after announcing it will start using facial recognition cameras to target serious offenders in London.

Controversial appointments coupled with a large influx of new peers have undermined the work done by many in the House of Lords to repair the Upper Chamber’s reputation, writes Sebastian Whale

With me as chair, the Justice Committee would continue to hold decision makers to account, and encourage informed public debate, writes Bob Neill MP

I would explore options for joint working and take a collaborative approach as chair of the Work and Pensions Committee, writes Debbie Abrahams MP

As a former shadow welfare minister representing a deprived area, I have the know-how and the heart to lead the Work and Pensions Committee, writes Chris Bryant MP

The Work and Pensions Committee can help improve the welfare system and keep an eye on future challenges, writes Karen Buck MP

My reputation for effective cross-party working stands me in good stead to steer the Work and Pensions Committee, writes Stephen Timms MP

I want the Welsh Affairs Committee to be a visible voice for Wales, writes Stephen Crabb MP

Lords reform, the role of the judiciary and devolution are just some of the constitutional issues on the table – it would be an honour to chair PACAS as it works on them, writes David Jones MP

The input of cross-party MPs is crucial to the success of the PAC, and would be a hallmark of my tenure, writes Meg Hillier MP

With in-depth knowledge and relevant ministerial experience, I am ready to take the wheel of the Transport Committee, writes Robert Goodwill MP

I would empower the Transport Committee to come up with ideas for change so we can make a positive contribution and improve transport for all, writes Huw Merriman MP

National Chair calls for long-term funding to combat increase in offending 

I brought the Scottish Affairs Committee back to life. I want to continue to increase its relevance and credibility, writes Pete Wishart MP

My four priority areas for the Health and Social Care Committee will be mental health, social care, the workforce, and patient safety, writes Jeremy Hunt MP

Under my chairmanship, the Health and Social Care Committee will be inclusive and opposition parties will have key roles to play, writes Anne Marie Morris MP 

At this crucial time, the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee needs a steady hand on the tiller, writes Neil Parish MP

I want the Environmental Audit Committee to push the agenda for action on climate change, writes Philip Dunne MP

As the longest-serving Conservative member of the Environmental Audit Committee,  I have the track record and the passion to lead, writes Matthew Offord MP

If I’m re-elected as chair I will continue to ensure the Education Committee has a significant role as an influencer of policy, writes Robert Halfon MP

Donald Trump’s appetite for a trade deal with the UK post-Brexit “could be diminished” if Boris Johnson hands Huawei a contract to help build its 5G network. 

Today is the 10th ‘Day of the Endangered Lawyer’. To mark the day, the Bar Council has published a guest blog by a member of its International Committee, Patrick Duffy.