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News from the Speaker of the House of Commons
Staff lauded for virtual Parliament progress
Parliaments from across the world are 'envious' of its success.
29 April 2020
House of Commons takes historic first step towards virtual proceedings
House of Commons Commission has agreed virtual plans
16 April 2020
Update from UK Parliament on coronavirus
UK Parliament has introduced measures to limit non-essential access to the parliamentary estate
15 April 2020
Speaker outlines virtual Chamber plans
MPs will be able to take part in PMQs, urgent questions and statements via video link.
14 April 2020
Speaker letter to chair of Procedure Committee on chamber practices
The Speaker looks forward to the Committee's comments on plans for MPs to participate remotely in questions and statements.
14 April 2020
Speaker statement on IPSA budget
The additional funds are there to use if needed and required - and will have to be accounted for in the usual way.
10 April 2020
House of Commons Commission thanks staff for virtual Parliament strategy
The plans would enable MPs to dial in remotely to some parliamentary proceedings.
06 April 2020
Select committees go digital to continue their work
Find out how Select committees are continuing to operate remotely.
06 April 2020
Speaker is updated on progress towards virtual Parliament
Clerk of the House: Staff have worked 'flat out' to meet the demand.
03 April 2020
Update on work to ensure Commons scrutiny continues
Clerk of the House of Commons updates the Speaker and MPs
03 April 2020
Virtual meetings allow MPs to scrutinise
New sessions mean MPs do not have to risk their health
01 April 2020
Speaker urges 'virtual' Parliament to keep up Commons scrutiny
MPs should still be able to take part in PMQs - even if they cannot be in the Chamber.
01 April 2020
Speaker outlines measures to keep Parliament working
Sir Lindsay Hoyle has written to MPs about how Parliament can continue during the Coronavirus outbreak.
27 March 2020
House of Commons in recess, not ‘shut down'
Parliament has adjourned for recess
26 March 2020
Speaker: We will get through this
I want to say a huge thank you for everybody's efforts and understanding.
26 March 2020