MPs
North’s MPs bagged more than £60,000 worth of gifts, benefits and hospitality in last Parliamentary term
Former North Antrim DUP MP Ian Paisley received more than £14,000 for paid trips to Morrocco and the Maldives and Grand Prix tickets
MPs’ TV appearances in the spotlight in bid to drive up Commons standards
The new Commons Modernisation Committee set out a series of priorities including driving up standards and improving Parliament’s culture.
Green MP calls for electronic voting system in Parliament
Ellie Chowns said it was ‘extraordinary’ that the House of Commons continues to rely on MPs physically casting their vote.
Reform and SNP MPs criticise ‘unfair’ committees in call for more representation
The Government proposed a motion to establish a modernisation committee that would consider reforms to House of Commons procedures.
Tory MP recalls watching Stevie Wonder 10-pin bowling in Wolverhampton
Sir Roger Gale was working as a disc jockey for Radio Caroline at the time.
MP required to reswear allegiance to King amid fears of legal action
Clive Lewis failed to mention four words required by law as part of his initial affirmation in the Commons.
MP renews concerns over oath as he makes second attempt to officially take seat
Clive Lewis said he hopes MPs will one day be able to swear an oath of allegiance based on defending democracy and upholding human rights.
Nigel Farage hits out at ‘little man’ John Bercow during first Commons speech
Former speaker Mr Bercow oversaw proceedings in the Commons as MPs debated Brexit.
Farage hails Reform as ‘new kids on the block’ as leaders thank Speaker
SDLP leader Colum Eastwood went on to joke that new MPs should not fall out with the Speaker.
New MPs head to Westminster for ‘intense’ first day on the job
More than 300 new MPs have been arriving in Westminster to get to grips with their new position.