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 book an …
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 …
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
General elections - UK Parliament
WEBDec 12, 2019 · An election was held according to this five-year timetable in 2015. However, the House of Commons chose to hold earlier general elections in 2017 and in 2019, as follows: On Wednesday 19 April 2017, MPs voted by 522 to 13 to allow an early general election. The election took place on Thursday 8 June 2017. On Thursday 31 October …
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 ...
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.