The State Opening of Parliament takes place on Wednesday 13 May. Find out about the role of the House of Commons in State Opening and the King’s Speech debate.

The House of Lords will debate the content of the King’s Speech over five days following the State Opening of Parliament on Wednesday 13 May.

On 17 March 2026, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine addressed members of the House of Lords and MPs in Parliament. Lord Forysth gave a speech, thanking the President: ...

Find out what’s on today at the House of Commons and House of Lords. Track current bills, keep up with committees, watch live footage and follow topical issues ...

If there are younger members in your group, you may prefer to book a multimedia tour which includes interactive games and engaging content aimed at children up to age 11. *One child free with each ...

In 1846 an Act was passed to encourage local authorities to build public baths and washhouses. Although some public baths and washhouses were constructed before 1846, in this year an Act was passed to ...

Prorogation is marked by an announcement, on behalf of the King, read in the House of Lords. The prorogation announcement ...

Questions The House questioned the government on free entry to the UK's national museums and galleries and safety recommendations from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch. Bills Consideration of ...

The Lord Speaker chairs daily business in the House of Lords chamber and is an ambassador for the work of the House. The House of Lords engagement programme connects members of the Lords with new ...

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The telephone enquiry service is open from 10am - 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 10am - 4pm on Fridays. During recess, the hours are 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm Monday to Friday. Please note that the ...