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15 OCT 2024 Explainer

Private members' bills

Private members' bills provide an opportunity for backbenchers from all parties to pass their own legislation. But how are they introduced?

30 SEP 2024 Explainer

Cabinet secretary

The cabinet secretary is the most senior civil service adviser to the prime minister and cabinet.

04 SEP 2024 Explainer

Metro mayors

Metro mayors are directly elected regional leaders who chair combined authorities. But what do they do?