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As a new Parliament begins, Clerk of the Commons John Benger sets out his priorities: improving the working culture in Westminster, tackling the complexities posed by Brexit and overseeing the restoration and renewal of the Palace
While Boris Johnson was the big winner last week, Nicola Sturgeon will be equally pleased with her party’s election performance. The SNP’s success has put another referendum back on the agenda in a big way. But, as James Millar reports, a vote for the party does not necessarily herald a shift in favour of independence
Our institutions, their representatives and reputations have been bruised and battered in recent years. Does a new Parliament offer a chance for renewal? Whether it’s closing loopholes in electoral law or tackling bullying and harassment, Sebastian Whale and Georgina Bailey look at how MPs can get their House in order
Political campaigns have always had a casual relationship with the truth. The 2019 general election was no different. But given the changing landscape, caused in part by the rise of social media, did political parties cross a line this time around? Sebastian Whale reports on a campaign to forget.
A revised deal, an intransigent parliament and a leader who believed in Brexit – the most crucial moments of the general election took place before the contest officially began, writes Mark Wallace
As hurt over Labour's election defeat quickly shifts into a battle for the party’s future, LabourList editor Sienna Rodgers reflects on what went wrong – and how the party can get back on the road to power
This week Westminster will welcome 140 new Members of Parliament. Meet the MPs who will help shape this country's future.
One of Britain's most respected political journalists, Chris Moncrieff spent half a century reporting on Westminster. In 2016 he sat down with The House Magazine to share his memories.
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the televising of the House of Commons. John Angeli, head of the Parliamentary Broadcasting Unit, reflects on the changes over three decades
In just two and a half years, the 2017 – 2019 Parliament made history with several firsts. From PMQs to parenting to periods, we remember some of the procedural and more personal firsts in the chamber
As Parliament dissolves, and the country prepares for a third general election in four years, Georgina Bailey looks back at the moments that have defined the 2017 - 2019 Parliament
PrEP transforms lives. The drug must have a permanent home within England’s sexual health services, writes Lloyd Russell-Moyle MP
The Engineering a Better World podcast series from The House magazine and the IET is back for series two! New host Jonn Elledge discusses with parliamentarians and industry experts how technology and engineering can provide policy solutions to our changing world.
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