Explainers
Our explainers cover key subjects relating to our work, setting out key facts and figures and answering the most important questions about government.
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Citizens' assemblies
What are citizens' assemblies and how do they work?
MPs standing down at the next general election
How many MPs are standing down at the next election, and why?
Local elections 2024: the London Assembly
What does the London Assembly do and how are its members elected?
Local elections 2024: Mayor of London
Sadiq Khan is standing for mayor of London for the third time. Who are the other mayoral candidates? How does devolution to London work?
When will the next UK general election be?
The prime minister can call the next general election any time between now and 17 December 2024.
The Post Office (Horizon System) Offences Bill
How will the government’s new Post Office (Horizon System) Offences Bill work?
Civil service staff numbers
Who exactly are civil servants and how many are there?
MPs who change party allegiance
What happens when MPs change political parties?
Metro mayors and the 2024 mayoral elections
On 2 May 2024, voting will take place for 10 metro mayors across England. How will this process work?
Minister for women and equalities
Who is the minister for women and equalities and how has the role developed over time?