Parliament and Academic Research

An introduction to the specific ways in which Parliament use research. Some of the existing ways of identifying research are discussed; as well as ways of attracting new research to Parliament. Some of the challenges from both the academic and Parliament viewpoints are discussed.

Naomi Saint from the Parliament Outreach service explains some of the differences between Parliament & Government, describes the day to day work of Parliament, and introduces how academic research is used in Parliament. Parliamentary copyright images are reproduced with the permission of Parliament.

An introduction to work of the Libraries within Parliament, within the context of engaging with academic research. This video covers House of Lords and House of Commons Libraries. The Libraries provide specialist information and briefing materials to MPs, Peers and associated staff.

An introduction to work of the Parliamentary Office of Science & Technology (POST) within Parliament, within the context of engaging with academic research. POST support the use of research evidence within Parliament.

An introduction to work of the Public Information Service within Parliament, within the context of engaging with academic research.

An introduction to work of the House of Commons Scrutiny Unit within Parliament, within the context of engaging with academic research. The Scrutiny Unit deals with the financial and legislative areas of Parliament.

An introduction to work of Select Committees within Parliament, within the context of engaging with academic research. This video covers House of Lords and House of Commons Select Committees. Select Committees are used by Parliament to create reports into the work of government, and broader areas of interest.