Speeches are transcribed directly from digital recordings of the debate, with staff present in the debating chamber to monitor the debate by recording the sequence of speakers and any interjections.
Where can I see Hansard?
National Theatre
A witty and devastating new play. The NT Live broadcast of Hansard took place on 7 November 2019. Hansard is now available to watch on National Theatre at Home. Simon Godwin (Antony & Cleopatra) directs Simon Woods’ witty and devastating portrait of the governing class.
How is Parliament recorded?
Members’ words are recorded by Hansard reporters and then edited to remove repetitions and obvious mistakes but without taking away from the meaning. The text of debates in the Commons and Lords is published online during the day – a speech is made available about three hours after a Member has finished delivering it.
How do I find my old UK legislation?
Legislation.gov.uk carries the “as enacted” and revised UK legislation. You will find the “as enacted” and revised versions together in one place. Legislation.gov.uk carries most types of UK legislation and their accompanying explanatory documents.
What are the official records of Parliament called?
The Journals The official record for the Lower House, the Commons Journal, was not started until 1547. The Journals of the two Houses of Parliament have been widely available since they were printed in the 18th century, and now some can be read online. They remain the official record of Parliament.
Can I watch parliament?
Times differ throughout the week and for each House. Tickets are not required for general debates. Tickets are required for Prime Minister’s Questions and you can request tickets in advance for Ministerial Question Time. On most days you can just turn up and wait for entry to either Chamber on the day.
How can I watch a Westminster Hall debate?
Westminster Hall debates are available to watch on Parliament TV. Transcripts of proceedings are available in Commons Hansard, the official report of the House of Commons. How can I attend a Westminster Hall debate? Westminster Hall debates are held in the Grand Committee Room, just off Westminster Hall.
What days do debates take place in the House of Commons?
Debates take place in Westminster Hall on Mondays if agreed by the Petitions Committee, and on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If sittings are suspended for divisions in the House additional time is added.
What’s new in Westminster Hall from 8 March 2021?
Please note: from Monday 8 March 2021, Westminster Hall proceedings have resumed in hybrid form in a designated committee room. MPs are able to take part virtually or in person. Due to covid-19 measures, Westminster Hall debates were suspended from 14 January 2021 to 7 March 2021.
Can Oral Questions take place at a Westminster Hall sitting?
A sitting can include oral questions, although this has not taken place since 2004. The principal Deputy Speaker, the Chairman of Ways and Means, has overall responsibility for the business at all sittings in Westminster Hall. The quorum for a Westminster Hall sitting is three, including the Chair.
