Sunday, 1 November 2015

[wanabidii] United Kingdom Parliament Daily Digest Bulletin

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29-10-2015 01:30 PM GMT

Energy and Climate Change Committee inquiry examining how the Oil and Gas Autority plan to fulil their onbjectives

United Kingdom Parliament Work and Pensions Committee Homepage Update

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United Kingdom Parliament International Development Committee Update

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29-10-2015 01:28 PM GMT

International Development Committee holds third evidence session on the Sustainable Development Goals Tuesday 3 November

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Environmental Audit Committee: latest update

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29-10-2015 03:52 PM GMT

Environmental Audit Committee takes evidence on Wednesday 4 November

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30-10-2015 12:01 AM GMT

Home Affairs Committee publishes report on the work of the Immigration Directorates on 30 October 2015

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Energy and Climate Change Committee: latest update

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29-10-2015 05:19 PM GMT

Energy and Climate Change Committee look at the responsibilities of the Oil and Gas Authority
29-10-2015 01:30 PM GMT

Energy and Climate Change Committee inquiry examining how the Oil and Gas Autority plan to fulil their onbjectives

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29-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

View the formal record of the proceedings of the House of Commons

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United Kingdom Parliament Public Accounts Committee (Commons) Update

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Business, Innovation and Skills Committee: latest update

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29-10-2015 04:39 PM GMT

Business, Innovation and Skills Committee question Anna Soubry MP

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30-10-2015 09:00 AM GMT

Debate begins with Hospital Parking Charges (Exemption for Carers) Bill
 

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Latest Early Day Motions

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EDM number: 620

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Questions for Oral or Written Answer - House of Commons

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30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

Browse part 1 of the Question Book for details of written questions

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Justine Greening - Department for International Development

On 26 October, I attended the Foreign Affairs Council for Development in Luxembourg. The meeting was chaired by the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini. She also hosted a joint lunch with Environment Minister to discuss the implementation of the Agenda for Sustainable Development 2030. A provisional report of the meeting and Conclusions adopted will be deposited in the Library of the House for the convenience of members.

Humanitarian Affairs

The Council discussed how the EU could play a leading role at the forthcoming World Humanitarian Summit. A notable common thread was on the need for a new approach to funding; more genuine partnerships with affected governments, the private sector, civil society and diaspora; and the need for innovation. I led calls for better enforcement of International Humanitarian Law to protect civilians; a reformed approach to finance, blending public and private approaches and moving beyond initial emergency response to focus on education and livelihoods; and a bold approach to gender equality in humanitarian action, including a global coordinated approach to prevent and respond to gender-based violence. In addition to the exchange of views, Commission Vice President Georgieva presented the work of the UN High-Level Panel on Humanitarian Financing.

Migration, refugees and development

The Council discussion focussed largely on preparation for the forthcoming Valletta Summit, and in particular the Emergency Trust Fund which was intended to be a key deliverable for the Summit. I emphasized the UK's view that the Summit needs to demonstrate Europe's credibility, leadership, and commitment to respond quickly to the serious problems posed by migrants crossing the Mediterranean. The UK has taken a leading role in pressing for a substantive discussion on tackling the root causes of migration, a mutual challenge faced by Europe and Africa – a lack of growth, jobs, opportunity in African countries – and the concrete actions needed to turn the situation around. I emphasised the need to review the Commission's existing financial instruments to ensure they are flexible and fit for purpose for a rapid response to ongoing crises. I also pressed other Member States to step up their own financial commitments to address the Syria crisis, alongside UK leadership.

Gender Action Plan

The Council adopted Conclusions on the new Gender Action Plan (2015-2020) (GAP), which the UK has been a key actor in shaping. I welcomed the new GAP as a landmark opportunity for the EU to take significant steps forward in delivering tangible results for women and girls across the world and pressed for its full implementation.

EU-Africa, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) relationship ("Post-Cotonou")

The Council also discussed the future of the EU's relationship with the ACP (African, Caribbean and Pacific group of states), with the expiry of the existing Cotonou Partnership Agreement set for 2020. This is an important opportunity for the EU to modernise its relationship with the ACP, so that it is relevant, forward-looking and consistent with Agenda 2030. I called for the Commission to have a broad review, base policy decisions on the evidence of Cotonou's impact and actively seek a wide range of views during the consultation period.

Implementation of the Agenda 2030

During lunch, in a joint session with Environment Ministers, we discussed the implementation of the recently-agreed 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development (the Post-2015 Development Framework). I emphasized the importance of looking at the implementation of the Agenda 2030 alongside the other major processes - including the mid-term reviews of the financial instruments and the Cotonou Agreement – occurring over the next five years.

Any other business

The Council adopted several sets of Council Conclusions, including on Afghanistan; the Horn of Africa Action Plan; and the 2015 Report on Policy Coherence for Development. In addition, the decision to open consultation with Burundi on restrictive measures under the EU-ACP (Africa, Caribbean, Pacific) Partnership Agreement was also approved. Details of these Council conclusions will also be placed in the Library of the House.

 

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Jane Ellison - Department of Health

An Informal Health Council meeting was held in Luxembourg on 24-25 September 2015 as part of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs (EPSCO) Council formation. The UK was represented by a senior official.

Among the issues discussed were prevention, removing stigma, early diagnosis and investment in research. The UK's work on dementia was recognised and there was agreement on the need for further work following the World Health Organisation (WHO) conference that was held earlier in the year in March.

Trans Fatty Acids (TFAs)

A variety of views were expressed about whether regulation or a voluntary approach should be taken towards trans fatty acids (TFAs). Most Member States would await an upcoming Commission report on TFAs before taking a firm view. The UK outlined its national voluntary action to reduce TFAs and the importance of an evidence based approach. The Commissioner said that they were in the process of finalising the report and that it would be presented in December.

Migration

The UK outlined work it is undertaking with Syrian refugees in countries bordering Syria, called for a comprehensive approach to the crisis, and referred to the work of the Health Security Committee. The Commission called for solidarity and outlined the extra funding that had been allocated as well as a letter that had been sent to all Ministers on this issue.

European Semester

A vast majority of Member States argued strongly against the involvement of the European Semester in healthcare. The UK welcomed the recent narrower focus of the semester and called for it to concentrate on sustainability and cost effectiveness. The UK also called for Health Ministers to be more involved in the Social Protection Committee process on matters relating to healthcare.

Cross Border Directive

Most Member States were positive about progress that has been made on the Cross-Border Directive, with a number suggesting that patients should be better informed about their rights. The UK welcomed the Commission's report on the operation of the Directive but added that, whilst the principles of the Directive are sound, more needs to be done at EU level to clarify and simplify the interaction of this new legislation with existing patient mobility rules (the EU Social Security Coordination Regulations).

 

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30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

EU-Turkey cooperation on support of refugees and migration management in view of the situation in Syria and Iraq

Education Committee: latest update

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29-10-2015 03:19 PM GMT

Education Committee publishes further evidence from Ofqual following October evidence session

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United Kingdom Parliament Joint Committee on Statutory Instruments Update

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30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

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High Speed Rail (London - West Midlands) Bill Select Committee (Commons): latest update

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Recent Select Committee publications (UK Parliament)

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30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

House of Commons. Statutory Instruments. HC 461-iv
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House of Commons. Public Accounts. HC 411
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House of Commons. Home Affairs. HC 512
30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

EU-Turkey cooperation on support of refugees and migration management in view of the situation in Syria and Iraq. House of Commons. European Scrutiny. HC 342-vi
30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

Joint Committee. Statutory Instruments. HL Paper 48/HC 352-vii

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Commons Briefing Papers: latest update

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Friday, October 30, 2015
A Backbench Business Committee debate will focus on the UK Government's policy to sell off its share holdings in the Royal Bank of Scotland acquired as part of the rescue of the bank following the financial crash. The debate is also set to look at alternative bank structures designed to improve lending to industry and the economy.

Friday, October 30, 2015
Chairs of House of Commons Select Committees since the 2010 General Election

Friday, October 30, 2015
A list of known living former MPs as at 30 October 2015

Friday, October 30, 2015
This note provides an overview of how places are allocated at state-funded mainstream schools in England, and how parents apply for places for their children.

Thursday, October 29, 2015
This briefing provides information on the area reviews of post-16 education and training announced by the Government in July 2015.

Read the latest Library notes from the House of Lords Library

Read the latest Library notes from the House of Lords Library


Friday, October 30, 2015
This Library Note has been written to support the House of Lords debate on 5 November on the progress made in the regeneration of east London since the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

 

Latest news from the House of Commons

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30-10-2015 03:00 PM GMT

A round up of this week's business in the Chamber and Westminster Hall
 

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High Speed Rail (London - West Midlands) Bill Select Committee (Commons): latest update

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30-10-2015 12:30 PM GMT

High Speed Rail Bill Select Committee announces programme for November and December
30-10-2015 12:00 AM GMT

2 November - 7 December

Latest committee inquiries

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30-10-2015 09:00 AM GMT

The EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee investigates price volatility in the agricultural sector
29-10-2015 05:00 PM GMT

Joint Committee on Human Rights holds inquiry into lack of clarity on policy behind targetd killing using drones

Foreign Affairs Committee: latest update

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30-10-2015 03:22 PM GMT

Foreign Affairs Committee to publish report on extension of offensive military operation in Syria
30-10-2015 12:26 PM GMT

Foreign Affairs Committee continue inquiry into costs and benefits of EU membership

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EU Internal Market, Infrastructure and Employment (Sub-Committee B) Homepage Update (UK Parliament)

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30-10-2015 12:04 PM GMT

EU Internal Market Sub-Committee takes evidence on Monday 2 November 2015

United Kingdom Parliament Work and Pensions Committee Homepage Update

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30-10-2015 03:18 PM GMT

This is the second oral evidence session for the inquiry, with organisations who offer benefits advice to claimants and also the Minister for Welfare Reform

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EU Select Committee update

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EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee: latest update

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30-10-2015 12:00 PM GMT

The Lords EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee announces its new inquiry
30-10-2015 09:00 AM GMT

The EU Energy and Environment Sub-Committee investigates price volatility in the agricultural sector

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29-10-2015 05:00 PM GMT

Joint Committee on Human Rights holds inquiry into lack of clarity on policy behind targetd killing using drones
29-10-2015 05:00 PM GMT

Joint Committee on Human Rights holds inquiry into lack of clarity on policy behind targetd killing using drones
29-10-2015 02:18 PM GMT

Joint Committee on Human Rights examines decision-making process and legal framework of drone use

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30-10-2015 03:00 PM GMT

A round up of this week's business in the Chamber and Westminster Hall
 

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Environmental Audit Committee: latest update

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31-10-2015 12:01 AM GMT

Environmental Audit committee commissioned investigation of Treasury's Spending Review environmental impact

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Home Affairs Committee: latest update

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29-10-2015 01:36 PM GMT

Evidence session on Tuesday 3 November

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Equality Act 2010 and Disability Committee: latest update

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30-10-2015 03:33 PM GMT

Equality Act 2010 and Disability Committee takes evidence on Tuesday 3 November at 3.20pm

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