Guides

Government Bills are Public Bills that are introduced by Government Ministers. They have normally been mentioned in the Queen's Speech for the Session in which they are introduced, but they do not have to have been. They are the Government's chief means of implementing policy and of seeking Parliamentary approval for so doing.Read More

Government Bills are Public Bills that are introduced by Government Ministers. They have normally been mentioned in the Queen's Speech for the Session in which they are introduced, but they do not have to have been. They are the Government's chief means of implementing policy and of seeking Parliamentary approval for so doing.Read More

Green Papers are consultative papers on the options that the Government has determined are available to it in a certain policy area, sometimes including suggestions for legislation. They tend to be drawn rather widely and may equivocate on government preferences. Green Papers are drafted by civil servants with Ministers. The Government formally seeks views on...Read More

The Green party is enjoying a new era, with its first MP making a real impact in parliament. Leader Caroline Lucas was elected as the MP for Brighton Pavilion in the 2010 general election. She has made an impressive start to her parliamentary career, winning respect from other MPs who usually listen courteously to her...Read More