In the News
English votes for English laws - the first outing
12th January 2016
The new "English votes for English laws" voting procedure was used today in the Commons for the first time in a vote on a new Housing Bill, in an attempt to tackle the issue of the West Lothian Question. Scottish MPs were allowed to contribute to the debate, but could not vote. The new English votes process can be seen in this flow diagram from the BBC:
Ruth Tarrant
Ruth has been an enthusiastic Head of Economics and Politics for many years, having taught in a variety of schools and at university level. She is also a Senior Examiner. Ruth is passionate about boosting the quality of teaching and learning across all subjects in schools and colleges.
You might also like
Commons Reform
Study Notes
Will Northern Ireland's devolution be suspended?
9th September 2015
Adversary Politics
Study Notes
Devolution
Study Notes
Scottish independence referendum - one year on
18th September 2015
Prime Minister's Questions - political theatre or effective scrutiny?
15th October 2015
Opposition Day - Tax Credits Debate
20th October 2015
English-only votes...a move to a federalist Britain?
22nd October 2015