Study of Parliament Group
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The Study of Parliament Group aims to advance the study and public education of Parliament and other parliamentary institutions. RT ≠ endorsement
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Had a fabulous time at the @studyofparl.bsky.social Oxford Weekend!!
They say never meet your heroes but I did :p
Can't wait for next time, fellow Parliament nerds!
They say never meet your heroes but I did :p
Can't wait for next time, fellow Parliament nerds!
January 10, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Had a fabulous time at the @studyofparl.bsky.social Oxford Weekend!!
They say never meet your heroes but I did :p
Can't wait for next time, fellow Parliament nerds!
They say never meet your heroes but I did :p
Can't wait for next time, fellow Parliament nerds!
As our annual weekend draws to a close. We just wanted to say thank you to all our panellists, and chairs for their time over the last two days; to all of you who attended (virtually or in person); and also to our organisers. We hope you enjoyed the weekend & safe travels!
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January 10, 2026 at 4:16 PM
As our annual weekend draws to a close. We just wanted to say thank you to all our panellists, and chairs for their time over the last two days; to all of you who attended (virtually or in person); and also to our organisers. We hope you enjoyed the weekend & safe travels!
We end our annual weekend with a comparative discussion of backbench bill procedures across Westminster, the Senedd, the Commons in Canada and Holyrood, exploring different law‑making models, trade‑offs, & what reform might look like at Westminster and beyond.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM
We end our annual weekend with a comparative discussion of backbench bill procedures across Westminster, the Senedd, the Commons in Canada and Holyrood, exploring different law‑making models, trade‑offs, & what reform might look like at Westminster and beyond.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Our second panel addresses the relationship between the Civil Service and Parliament'
Former civil servants reflect on how they viewed Parliament's role, how it shaped their work, and how both institutions can collaborate more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Former civil servants reflect on how they viewed Parliament's role, how it shaped their work, and how both institutions can collaborate more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
January 10, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Our second panel addresses the relationship between the Civil Service and Parliament'
Former civil servants reflect on how they viewed Parliament's role, how it shaped their work, and how both institutions can collaborate more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Former civil servants reflect on how they viewed Parliament's role, how it shaped their work, and how both institutions can collaborate more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
We are back for the second day and we're starting with a panel on 'The UK assisted dying bill'.
It will examine the UK Assisted Dying Bill’s journey through Westminster, exploring its procedural twists and what they reveal about how Parliament legislates.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
It will examine the UK Assisted Dying Bill’s journey through Westminster, exploring its procedural twists and what they reveal about how Parliament legislates.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
January 10, 2026 at 10:34 AM
We are back for the second day and we're starting with a panel on 'The UK assisted dying bill'.
It will examine the UK Assisted Dying Bill’s journey through Westminster, exploring its procedural twists and what they reveal about how Parliament legislates.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
It will examine the UK Assisted Dying Bill’s journey through Westminster, exploring its procedural twists and what they reveal about how Parliament legislates.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
At our AGM this morning we said a huge thank you to Tom Healey (House of Commons) as he steps down from the SPG Executive Committee after serving as both Chair and Deputy Chair over the course of the last four years. We also welcomed Lucinda Maer (House of Commons) as our new Deputy Chair.
Executive Committee
Officers: President: Professor The Lord Norton of Louth, Professor of Government and Director of the Centre for Legislative Studies, University of Hull Chair: Professor Emma Crewe, School of O…
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January 10, 2026 at 10:19 AM
At our AGM this morning we said a huge thank you to Tom Healey (House of Commons) as he steps down from the SPG Executive Committee after serving as both Chair and Deputy Chair over the course of the last four years. We also welcomed Lucinda Maer (House of Commons) as our new Deputy Chair.
The second day of our annual weekend kicks off at 9am with our AGM. But last night we ended the day with our annual conference quiz. Huge thanks to Aileen and Claire for organising it once again!
January 10, 2026 at 8:34 AM
The second day of our annual weekend kicks off at 9am with our AGM. But last night we ended the day with our annual conference quiz. Huge thanks to Aileen and Claire for organising it once again!
Our final session of the day is the Wheeler Booth Memorial Lecture, delivered this year by Richard Lloyd OBE, Chair of the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
January 9, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Our final session of the day is the Wheeler Booth Memorial Lecture, delivered this year by Richard Lloyd OBE, Chair of the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority
Our third panel explores 'Belonging to Parliament'.
This roundtable will address who feels a sense of belonging, ease or discomfort in parliament and why, whether members, staff, witnesses or visitors.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This roundtable will address who feels a sense of belonging, ease or discomfort in parliament and why, whether members, staff, witnesses or visitors.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Programme
Conference Menu SPG Annual Weekend HomepageHow to make the most of the conference virtually On this page you can find more information about our annual weekend, including a PDF version of the confe…
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January 9, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Our third panel explores 'Belonging to Parliament'.
This roundtable will address who feels a sense of belonging, ease or discomfort in parliament and why, whether members, staff, witnesses or visitors.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This roundtable will address who feels a sense of belonging, ease or discomfort in parliament and why, whether members, staff, witnesses or visitors.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
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SPG day 1! Very sad not to be in Oxford to catch up with everyone in person as planned, but super glad I can still take part online (after some snow fun with the small people this morning)
January 9, 2026 at 12:31 PM
SPG day 1! Very sad not to be in Oxford to catch up with everyone in person as planned, but super glad I can still take part online (after some snow fun with the small people this morning)
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In Oxford for annual conference of the @studyofparl.bsky.social - my 49th year of consecutive attendance
January 9, 2026 at 2:58 PM
In Oxford for annual conference of the @studyofparl.bsky.social - my 49th year of consecutive attendance
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Very pleased to have presented on this panel, although disappointed that I couldn't be there in person because of the snow...
January 9, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Very pleased to have presented on this panel, although disappointed that I couldn't be there in person because of the snow...
Our second panel addresses 'Parliaments and Public Policy'.
This panel brings experts together to explore Parliaments’ evolving role — beyond scrutiny and approval — in actively shaping policy, and asks how they could do this more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This panel brings experts together to explore Parliaments’ evolving role — beyond scrutiny and approval — in actively shaping policy, and asks how they could do this more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Programme
Conference Menu SPG Annual Weekend HomepageHow to make the most of the conference virtually On this page you can find more information about our annual weekend, including a PDF version of the confe…
studyofparliamentgroup.org
January 9, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Our second panel addresses 'Parliaments and Public Policy'.
This panel brings experts together to explore Parliaments’ evolving role — beyond scrutiny and approval — in actively shaping policy, and asks how they could do this more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This panel brings experts together to explore Parliaments’ evolving role — beyond scrutiny and approval — in actively shaping policy, and asks how they could do this more effectively.
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
We’re kicking off our annual weekend with a panel on Gender and Diversity Sensitive Parliaments and Politics.
This panel will consider how members with different backgrounds, expertise and identities experience parliament differently and with what impacts?
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This panel will consider how members with different backgrounds, expertise and identities experience parliament differently and with what impacts?
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Programme
Conference Menu SPG Annual Weekend HomepageHow to make the most of the conference virtually On this page you can find more information about our annual weekend, including a PDF version of the confe…
studyofparliamentgroup.org
January 9, 2026 at 1:07 PM
We’re kicking off our annual weekend with a panel on Gender and Diversity Sensitive Parliaments and Politics.
This panel will consider how members with different backgrounds, expertise and identities experience parliament differently and with what impacts?
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
This panel will consider how members with different backgrounds, expertise and identities experience parliament differently and with what impacts?
studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Today is the day. We kick off at 12.45pm - so whether you are joining us in Oxford 🏫 or online 💻 - see you shortly 🙂.
Tomorrow marks the start of our annual weekend and we are very much looking forward to welcoming members to Exeter College, Oxford.
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Programme
Conference Menu SPG Annual Weekend HomepageHow to make the most of the conference virtually On this page you can find more information about our annual weekend, including a PDF version of the confe…
studyofparliamentgroup.org
January 9, 2026 at 9:43 AM
Today is the day. We kick off at 12.45pm - so whether you are joining us in Oxford 🏫 or online 💻 - see you shortly 🙂.
Tomorrow marks the start of our annual weekend and we are very much looking forward to welcoming members to Exeter College, Oxford.
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
Programme
Conference Menu SPG Annual Weekend HomepageHow to make the most of the conference virtually On this page you can find more information about our annual weekend, including a PDF version of the confe…
studyofparliamentgroup.org
January 8, 2026 at 9:33 AM
Tomorrow marks the start of our annual weekend and we are very much looking forward to welcoming members to Exeter College, Oxford.
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
For those members joining us remotely, the Zoom links are now in your inboxes.
The programme is available on our website: studyofparliamentgroup.org/programme/
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Yesterday @pippacrerar.bsky.social reported in @theguardian.com that Keir Starmer is about to appoint another set of peers, including 25 Labour.
Later Aubrey Allegretti in @thetimes.com suggested there would be 33 new peers in total.
Three problems with this 🧵⤵️
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Later Aubrey Allegretti in @thetimes.com suggested there would be 33 new peers in total.
Three problems with this 🧵⤵️
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Keir Starmer expected to award 25 new Labour peerages
Exclusive: Former union bosses and Labour staffers on list as prime minister aims to balance chamber
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December 5, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Yesterday @pippacrerar.bsky.social reported in @theguardian.com that Keir Starmer is about to appoint another set of peers, including 25 Labour.
Later Aubrey Allegretti in @thetimes.com suggested there would be 33 new peers in total.
Three problems with this 🧵⤵️
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Later Aubrey Allegretti in @thetimes.com suggested there would be 33 new peers in total.
Three problems with this 🧵⤵️
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Did you know that this government has been defeated over 100 times in the House of Lords?
The new edition of our constitutional review suggests that it is surprising to see the Lords challenging manifesto commitments to the extent that it has.
Read more 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/social-histo....
The new edition of our constitutional review suggests that it is surprising to see the Lords challenging manifesto commitments to the extent that it has.
Read more 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/social-histo....
December 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Did you know that this government has been defeated over 100 times in the House of Lords?
The new edition of our constitutional review suggests that it is surprising to see the Lords challenging manifesto commitments to the extent that it has.
Read more 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/social-histo....
The new edition of our constitutional review suggests that it is surprising to see the Lords challenging manifesto commitments to the extent that it has.
Read more 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/social-histo....
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Join and help to lead the Constitution Unit!
@uclspp.bsky.social is looking for a Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics who will also join our senior team and contribute to our research and impact activities.
Applicants must have, or be near to finishing, a PhD.
Apply 👇
@uclspp.bsky.social is looking for a Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics who will also join our senior team and contribute to our research and impact activities.
Applicants must have, or be near to finishing, a PhD.
Apply 👇
Job opportunity: Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics
The UCL Department of Political Science and Constitution Unit are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics. The successful candidate will join the senior team at the Unit.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join and help to lead the Constitution Unit!
@uclspp.bsky.social is looking for a Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics who will also join our senior team and contribute to our research and impact activities.
Applicants must have, or be near to finishing, a PhD.
Apply 👇
@uclspp.bsky.social is looking for a Lecturer in British and Comparative Politics who will also join our senior team and contribute to our research and impact activities.
Applicants must have, or be near to finishing, a PhD.
Apply 👇
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🚨 New research in the @politicalquarterly.bsky.social from Dr @louisevthompson.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social shows the House of Commons still works like it’s the 1950s — shutting smaller parties out and leaving millions of voters unheard.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:12 AM
🚨 New research in the @politicalquarterly.bsky.social from Dr @louisevthompson.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social shows the House of Commons still works like it’s the 1950s — shutting smaller parties out and leaving millions of voters unheard.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
@manchester.ac.uk
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
@manchester.ac.uk
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Chloe Mawson has been appointed the 66th Clerk of the Parliaments and is the first woman to take up the post.
The Clerk of the Parliaments is head of the House of Lords Administration and Chief Procedural Adviser to the House.
The Clerk of the Parliaments is head of the House of Lords Administration and Chief Procedural Adviser to the House.
November 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Chloe Mawson has been appointed the 66th Clerk of the Parliaments and is the first woman to take up the post.
The Clerk of the Parliaments is head of the House of Lords Administration and Chief Procedural Adviser to the House.
The Clerk of the Parliaments is head of the House of Lords Administration and Chief Procedural Adviser to the House.
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ON THE BLOG: The Modernisation Committee: revisiting past experience
The committee's new chair, Alan Campbell, might usefully study the committee’s 1997–2010 predecessor
Tom Fleming & @hannahkelly.bsky.social summarise the key findings from a new article reviewing the previous committee's record
The committee's new chair, Alan Campbell, might usefully study the committee’s 1997–2010 predecessor
Tom Fleming & @hannahkelly.bsky.social summarise the key findings from a new article reviewing the previous committee's record
The Modernisation Committee: revisiting past experience
September’s government reshuffle means that there is a new Leader of the Commons, and therefore a change to the leadership of the House’s Modernisation Committee. The new chair, Alan Campbell, might usefully study the committee’s 1997–2010 predecessor. In this post, Tom Fleming and Hannah Kelly summarise the key findings from a new article reviewing that earlier committee’s record.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
ON THE BLOG: The Modernisation Committee: revisiting past experience
The committee's new chair, Alan Campbell, might usefully study the committee’s 1997–2010 predecessor
Tom Fleming & @hannahkelly.bsky.social summarise the key findings from a new article reviewing the previous committee's record
The committee's new chair, Alan Campbell, might usefully study the committee’s 1997–2010 predecessor
Tom Fleming & @hannahkelly.bsky.social summarise the key findings from a new article reviewing the previous committee's record
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In Business Questions today, Jesse Norman said: 'since taking office last year, the present Prime Minister has increasingly misused his first engagements question'.
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social and Tom Fleming have crunched the numbers to find that Keir Starmer does use PMQs differently.
Read more 👇
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social and Tom Fleming have crunched the numbers to find that Keir Starmer does use PMQs differently.
Read more 👇
How has Keir Starmer changed Prime Minister’s Questions?
Since taking office, Keir Starmer has used his opening answer at Prime Minister’s Questions very differently from his predecessors. In this post, Ruxandra Serban and Tom Fleming explore how Starmer…
constitution-unit.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
In Business Questions today, Jesse Norman said: 'since taking office last year, the present Prime Minister has increasingly misused his first engagements question'.
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social and Tom Fleming have crunched the numbers to find that Keir Starmer does use PMQs differently.
Read more 👇
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social and Tom Fleming have crunched the numbers to find that Keir Starmer does use PMQs differently.
Read more 👇
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🚨 Job Opportunity! 🚨 Applications are now open for a new 2.5-year postdoc at @edinburghpir.bsky.social to examine how parliaments gather, analyse and use different types of knowledge - see the full job listing here: elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (SPARK)
We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with experience in the politics of the UK, Scottish, German or Bavarian parliaments to join the UKRI-funded research project, ‘Studying Parliaments an...
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September 30, 2025 at 12:50 PM
🚨 Job Opportunity! 🚨 Applications are now open for a new 2.5-year postdoc at @edinburghpir.bsky.social to examine how parliaments gather, analyse and use different types of knowledge - see the full job listing here: elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
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ON THE BLOG: Prime Minister's Question Period in the Canadian House of Commons: Lessons in parliamentary reform
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social explains how Canada's experiment with a Prime Minister's Question Period procedure between 2017 and 2025 worked and how it differed from the traditional model.
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social explains how Canada's experiment with a Prime Minister's Question Period procedure between 2017 and 2025 worked and how it differed from the traditional model.
Prime Minister's Question Period in the Canadian House of Commons: Lessons in parliamentary reform
Between 2017 and 2025, the Canadian House of Commons operated a Prime Minister’s Question Period procedure, introduced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. In a new published article summarised here, Ruxandra Serban explores how this procedure worked, and how it differed from the traditional Question Period model.
constitution-unit.com
October 8, 2025 at 8:55 AM
ON THE BLOG: Prime Minister's Question Period in the Canadian House of Commons: Lessons in parliamentary reform
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social explains how Canada's experiment with a Prime Minister's Question Period procedure between 2017 and 2025 worked and how it differed from the traditional model.
@ruxandrasrbn.bsky.social explains how Canada's experiment with a Prime Minister's Question Period procedure between 2017 and 2025 worked and how it differed from the traditional model.