Members of Parliament
Coverage of Members of Parliament in the Nexus archive.
- James Murray under pressure from MPs to reinsert key diagnosis target in upcoming dementia plan
James Murray faces pressure from Members of Parliament to reinstate a key diagnosis target in an upcoming dementia plan. The target's removal has sparked concern among MPs regarding the plan's effectiveness.
- Kenya: Widowers of Female MPs to Receive Spousal Pension Under New Law
Kenya's new Parliamentary Pensions (Amendment) Act, assented to by President William Ruto, ensures female Members of Parliament receive the same pension, gratuity, and dependent coverage as their male counterparts. Widowers of female MPs will now be eligible for spousal pensions under the law.
- Permanent TET exemption sought for in-service teachers in A.P.
In-service teachers in Andhra Pradesh are seeking a permanent exemption from the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) through representations submitted by the Forum of Registered Teacher Organisations to Members of Parliament. The request involves amending the Right to Education Act, 2009, to grant this exemption.
- Liberals tout 21 bills passing House of Commons this year as MPs break for summer
Members of Parliament adjourned the House of Commons for the summer after passing 21 bills this year, as highlighted by the Liberals. The spring sitting ended with the House rising after question period.
- High Court urges Knesset to redo state comptroller election ‘cleanly, properly’
The High Court urged the Knesset to redo the state comptroller election, citing concerns that members of parliament (MKs) violated the requirement for a secret ballot by recording their votes. Deputy President Sohlberg emphasized the need to conduct the process 'cleanly, properly' and instructed parliament to 'do it again' in simple Hebrew.
- Rwanda: MPs Raise Concerns Over Urban Farming, Insurance Gaps
Members of Parliament in Rwanda have called on the City of Kigali to accelerate urban agriculture initiatives to enhance food security and boost agricultural production in the capital. The MPs highlighted the potential of urban farming to address these challenges.
- Trans taxpayers 'are given access to a VIP hotline reserved for MPs and the Royal Family'
Trans taxpayers are granted access to a VIP hotline typically reserved for Members of Parliament (MPs) and the Royal Family. The article highlights an unusual allocation of exclusive services to a specific demographic group.
- Under-18s should be banned from 'addictive' social media features like 'infinite scrolling', warn MPs
UK MPs warn that social media features like infinite scrolling are addictive and should be banned for under-18s. They argue that these features can harm children's mental health. The proposal aims to protect young people from potential online harms.
- MAIL ON SUNDAY COMMENT: MPs fiddle while the country burns - and voters have had enough
The article discusses the dissatisfaction of voters with MPs, citing inaction on important issues. Voters are frustrated with the lack of progress, feeling that MPs are not addressing the country's problems. The title suggests a sense of urgency and criticism towards MPs.
- Ministers accused of 'undemocratic' bid to unwind Brexit as King's Speech unveils sweeping powers to sideline MPs to take EU rules
Ministers are accused of attempting to unwind Brexit through undemocratic means, as revealed in the King's Speech, which outlines sweeping powers to sideline MPs and adopt EU rules. The move is seen as an effort to undermine parliamentary authority. This development has significant implications for the UK's relationship with the EU.
- What cost of living crisis? Project overhauling MPs' offices with glass-roofed atrium and new cafe goes £10MILLION over budget
A project to overhaul MPs' offices has gone £10 million over budget, featuring a glass-roofed atrium and new cafe. The cost of living crisis is being questioned in relation to this expensive renovation. The project's large budget excess has raised concerns.
- Keir Starmer addresses the Commons on the Peter Mandelson vetting scandal today. MARTIN BECKFORD says these are the questions MPs will want answered
Keir Starmer addressed the UK House of Commons regarding the Peter Mandelson vetting scandal. The article highlights key questions Members of Parliament are seeking answers to, as outlined by Martin Beckford.
- Foreign Office chief sacked by PM for 'not telling Downing Street that Mandelson had failed security vetting' could wreak revenge as he faces grilling from MPs
A Foreign Office chief was sacked by the Prime Minister for failing to inform Downing Street about Peter Mandelson's security vetting failure. The official could face further scrutiny from MPs during a grilling session.
- ANDREW NEIL: We are being led by a man who staggers from crisis to impotence. These are the questions MPs MUST ask the PM next week
Andrew Neil criticizes the Prime Minister for repeatedly failing to address crises effectively, urging MPs to confront him on his leadership during next week's parliamentary session.