May 2019
Read all UK Parliament news for May 2019.
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Justice Committee - weekly update
Justice Committee publishes brief summary of activities
17 May 2019
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Committee to hear real-life experiences of problem drug use
Scottish Affairs Committee hold a series of outreach events and evidence sessions in Edinburgh and London focusing on problem drug use in Scotland.
17 May 2019
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Invasive species examined with academics
Environmental Audit Committee explores the threat of these species on land and sea and possible solutions
17 May 2019
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Committee evidence hearing on the Post Office network
Committee to take evidence on a range of issues affecting the Post Office network
17 May 2019
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FCO and global media freedom examined
Foreign Affairs Committee hears from the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) and other organisations promoting protection and freedom of the press
17 May 2019
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General debate on a motion on the Yemen peace process
MPs to hold a debate on a motion on the Yemen peace process
17 May 2019
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General debate on matters to raise before the forthcoming adjournment
MPs to hold a general debate on matters to raise before the forthcoming adjournment
17 May 2019
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Experts questioned on 2017 Arms Export Controls Annual Report
Committees on Arms Export Controls examines the 2017 Annual Report
17 May 2019
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General debate on a motion on medical cannabis under prescription
MPs to hold a debate on a motion on medical cannabis under prescription
17 May 2019
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Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo examined
International Development Committee takes evidence on Tuesday 21 May at 2.30pm
17 May 2019
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Mae'n rhaid i Lywodraeth y DU fynd i'r afael ag amodau byw gwael a thrais mewn carchardai yng Nghymru
17 May 2019
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UK Government must address poor living conditions and violence in Welsh prisons
Welsh Affairs Committee publishes report on prison provision in Wales
17 May 2019
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Westminster Hall to hold general debate on financial exclusion
MPs to hold general debate on financial exclusion and the future of access to cash
17 May 2019
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Lords debates equal opportunities for young people
Members consider quality of life
17 May 2019
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Lords debates mental health of children and young adults
Peers mark Mental Health Awareness Week
17 May 2019