April 2018

The House of Commons adjourned on Thursday 31 March for Easter recess and will next sit on Tuesday 19 April at 2.30pm

Members discuss UK economy following Chancellor of Exchequer's statement on 23 March.

Discover what's coming up in the House of Lords from 4-7 April.

Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee notes Lord Grade’s confirmation as Chair of Ofcom

International Relations and Defence Committee launch inquiry into the UK's Defence capabilities and aspirations

The inquiry will focus on the challenges that the FCDO faces when handling countries which use extra-judicial detention as a tool for diplomacy. 

Bill receives third reading in the Lords ahead of Royal Assent. Catch up

Environmental Audit Committee launches inquiry into accelerating the transition from fossil fuels and securing energy supplies  

The published report also notes concern over the Cabinet Office’s decision to withhold diversity data for this appointment process

Philip Dunne MP reacts to announcement by the Environment Secretary on tackling sewage discharges

International Development Committee Chair makes statement has welcomed a report by the UK spending watchdog

Social Housing quality – Levelling Up Committee seeks the views of tenants

Written evidence submissions are invited. Evidence should be submitted by the end of April.

Health and Social Care Committee Expert Panel publishes report on cancer services