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Representative of the voters to a parliament

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A member of parliament (MP) is the representative of the people who live in their constituency. In many countries with bicameral parliaments, this category includes specifically members of the lower house, as upper houses often have a different title. Member of Congress is an equivalent term in other jurisdictions.

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MPs vote against move to support Marcus Rashford’s free school meals campaign England football star Marcus Rashford’s bid to extend free school meals overthe holidays was dealt a blow after MPs voted against the measure. Labour’smotion, which called for the scheme to be.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:45Published 46 minutes ago

Minister confirms South Yorkshire Covid restrictions Health minister Edward Argar has confirmed to MPs that South Yorkshire will enter Tier 3 lockdown from one minute past midnight on Saturday. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:32Published 6 hours ago

Bridget Phillipson: Employment support schemes 'have more holes than a Swiss cheese' The chancellor’s employment support schemes “have more holes than a Swisscheese”, shadow chief secretary to the Treasury Bridget Phillipson hasclaimed. Responding, Rishi Sunak told MPs that “we.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:33Published 1 day ago

Michael Gove: Further Brexit trade talks meaningless unless EU changes position Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove said further trade talks would be“meaningless” unless the EU changes its position. In a Commons statementfollowing the conclusion of last week’s European.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:54Published 2 days ago

Gove: Further Brexit talks 'meaningless' unless EU change Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove has told MPs that further Brexit trade talks would be "meaningless" unless the EU changes its position. In a Commons statement following the conclusion of last.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:51Published 2 days ago

Theresa May sounds no-deal Brexit security warning Theresa May poured scorn on Boris Johnson's post-Brexit security commitments as she warned of the dangers of a no-deal scenario. The former prime minister repeatedly said "what?" in disbelief and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:32Published 2 days ago

NZ's next parliament will be most diverse ever [NFA] New Zealand's next parliament is set to be the most inclusive ever, with several people of color, members from the rainbow communities and a high number of women. Emer McCarthy reports. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:26Published 2 days ago

London moves into Tier-2 Covid-19 restrictions London has been moved into Tier-2 restrictions, the second-highest Covid-19 alert level, as cases continue to rise in the capital. Essex, Elmbridge, Barrow-in-Furness, York, North East Derbyshire,.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:37Published 6 days ago

'Vaccine expected early next year' says government minister Culture Secretary Oliver Downden has said it is "reasonable" to think that the UK will have a Covid-19 vaccine "towards the beginning of next year". He told MPs on the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:59Published 1 week ago

PM suffers Tory rebellion over 10pm curfew Boris Johnson has suffered a Tory backbench rebellion over the 10pm hospitality curfew, amid a growing backlash against Government coronavirus restrictions. MPs approved the Government's new three tier.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:28Published 1 week ago

Nabanna Chalo: Kailash Vijayvargiya to move to court against action of West Bengal Police The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Kailash Vijayvargiya slammed West Bengal government and police action against party members during 'Nabanna Chalo' rally in Kolkata. It is noted that West.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:38Published 2 weeks ago

'Nabanna Chalo' march: We'll go to court, says Vijayvargiya after Kolkata Police registers case against BJP leaders Kolkata Police on October 09 registered a case against BJP national secretary Kailash Vijaywargiya, national vice president Mukul Roy, MPs Locket Chatterjee, Arjun Singh, Rakesh Singh, BJP leaders.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:38Published 2 weeks ago

French MPs approve return of looted artefacts to Benin, Senegal French legislators have unanimously passed a law to allow the return of 27 African antiques stolen from Senegal and Benin about 150 years ago. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:34Published 2 weeks ago

Srinagar terror attack: CM Shivraj meets kin of slain CRPF jawan in MP's Rewa Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met family members of slain Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Dhirendra Tripathi in Rewa on October 07, who lost his life in a terrorist.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:20Published 2 weeks ago

MPs vote in favour of 'rule of six' regulations in England MPs have voted in favour of Covid-19 regulations which enforce the rule of sixin England by 287 votes to 17, majority 270. The regulations are already inforce, with the motion offering a retrospective.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:24Published 2 weeks ago

Covid-19: Dushyant Chautala tests positive, urges his contacts to get tested Haryana Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala tested positive for Covid-19 on Tuesday. Announcing it on Twitter, Chautala added that he was asymptomatic and feeling alright. The JJP leader also urged.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:17Published 2 weeks ago

Johnson urges MPs to 'back the rule of six' Boris Johnson has urged MPs to back "rule of six" measures aimed at curbingthe spread of coronavirus ahead of a Commons vote. The Prime Minister'sofficial spokesman said the ban on more than six people.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:10Published 2 weeks ago

Matt Hancock: Data issue with coronavirus cases 'should never have happened' Data issues that stopped almost 16,000 coronavirus cases being recorded inEngland - delaying contact tracing efforts - should “never have happened”, theHealth Secretary has said. Matt Hancock told.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:22Published 2 weeks ago

Phillipson: Covid test system shows government incompetence Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Bridget Phillipson, says the government's handling of the Covid test and trace system has been "characterised by incompetence". She called on Health Secretary.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:56Published 2 weeks ago

MPs back controversial Brexit legislation Boris Johnson’s controversial Brexit legislation, enabling the UK to breakinternational law, has cleared the House of Commons. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:40Published 3 weeks ago

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Derbyshire MPs 'released confidential badger cull map' Their constituencies are in a county where badgers are to be killed in a bid to tackle TB in cattle. BBC News - Published on September 16, 2020
UK PM's Brexit bill clears first hurdle in Commons MPs back the Internal Market Bill by 77 votes despite criticism it risks breaching international law. BBC News - Published on September 14, 2020

Brexit: Boris Johnson says powers will ensure UK cannot be 'broken up' But Labour accuses PM of "trashing" the UK's international reputation as MPs debate post-Brexit bill. BBC News - Published on September 14, 2020
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Government hindering Covid response by ignoring councils and failing to share data, MPs told Local authority leaders say there is 'no sense that the government is listening' Independent - Published on August 26, 2020
Non-league: MPs say clubs 'could be lost forever' if fans are not allowed back MPs have written to sports minister Nigel Huddleston warning non-league clubs "could be lost forever" if fans are not allowed back into grounds. BBC News - Published on August 18, 2020

Boris Johnson faces backlash from MPs as pressure mounts over A-level crisis GSCE results due to be published later this week Independent - Published on August 17, 2020
Ministers have just seven days to prevent a 'wave of evictions', MPs and charities warn 'With the country plunged into an unprecedented recession, tens of thousands could face the trauma of losing their homes over the autumn and winter,' says Shelter chief Independent - Published on August 15, 2020
Tory MPs plead with Boris Johnson to firm up climate emergency plan Ban petrol and diesel cars sooner, plant many more trees and impose a domestic carbon tax, One Nation group tells prime minister Independent - Published on August 13, 2020	Boris Johnson's pledge to overhaul defence and foreign policy undermined by No 10 secrecy, MPs warn Government has repeatedly been asked for clarity and transparency, and is now accused of ignoring calls Independent - Published on August 13, 2020
UK 'must anticipate hostile states utilising pandemic' China and Russia are among countries willing to use coronavirus to their advantage, MPs say. BBC News - Published on August 12, 2020	Care home residents facing prison-like conditions and 'losing will to live' since lockdown, MPs hear National charity says it's heard evidence of residents losing weight, speech, and unable to recognise members of their own family Independent - Published on August 12, 2020
Tory MPs claim migrants crossing Channel are 'invading' UK 'Common Sense Group' of backbenchers condemned for lacking 'humanity and decency' - but its chair claims people can simply 'paddle in' Independent - Published on August 11, 2020	More money to be handed to schools 'in leafy suburbs' than in poorer areas, minister admits Asked about the winners from new funding rules, introduced under pressure from Tory MPs, Nick Gibb says 'They may well be in leafy suburbs' Independent - Published on August 8, 2020
Coronavirus: 'Inexplicable' failure to quarantine travellers to the UK made pandemic 'far worse', say MPs UK 'almost unique' in rejecting border checks in crucial March period – without scientific basis – as hundreds of infected passengers arrived every day Independent - Published on August 5, 2020	Women's charities and unions call on parliament to suspend 'rape MP' after Tories refuse Conservatives have not suspended the MP, who was detained over three alleged incidents Independent - Published on August 4, 2020
Watchdog to launch crackdown on MPs taking business class flights Recent analysis of expenses claims by IPSA shows MPs spent £1,944 on business class air travel to Europe over the last three years Independent - Published on August 1, 2020	Turkey's MPs vote to tighten grip on social media Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube will now need to comply with requests to remove content. BBC News - Published on July 29, 2020
Billions of pounds to 'level up' economy risks being wasted on white elephants, MPs warn Boris Johnson has pledged to boost economies of midlands and northern England Independent - Published on July 28, 2020	Liberal Democrat leadership race: Layla Moran gets support from former MPs who lost seats in 2015 and 2019 Exclusive: Quartet of ex-MPs say Ed Davey's rival can move party on from 'baggage' of coalition years Independent - Published on July 27, 2020
Prisoners effectively held in solitary confinement during coronavirus pandemic, MPs told 'The prison estate has been in a state of lockdown for 15 weeks, and it is concerning that prisoners have not yet begun to transition from that state,' Commons committee says Independent - Published on July 27, 2020	UK government quietly cuts international aid by £2.9 billion as MPs leave parliament for summer Dominic Raab accused of 'callous' move in time of international emergency Independent - Published on July 23, 2020
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MPs back new terror laws as government warned it can't 'lock terrorists away for longer and hope for the best' Government plans to keep extremists in jail for longer after three terror attacks by released prisoners Independent - Published on July 21, 2020	Violet Grace Youens: Dad welcomes MPs' vote on death crash drivers But Violet Grace Youens' father Glenn says drivers who kill should already face maximum life terms. BBC News - Published on July 21, 2020
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Probation service monitoring released prisoners via Skype during coronavirus pandemic, report reveals MPs urge government to increase support for staff and offenders Independent - Published on July 20, 2020	Lack of transparency undermining Westminster standards system, parliament's sleaze watchdog warns Standards commissioner Kathryn Stone appeals for right to name MPs who are under investigation Independent - Published on July 15, 2020
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England's water supply could run out in 20 years, MPs warn 'Empty words on climate commitments and unfunded public information campaigns will get us where we've got the last 20 years – nowhere,' says committee Independent - Published on July 10, 2020	Sexual abuse 'endemic' in aid sector, inquiry to hear MPs are investigating culture that allows exploitation to take place Independent - Published on July 8, 2020
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'Veil of secrecy': Brexit committee says government denying MPs access to key decision-making details European Scrutiny Committee writes to Michael Gove demanding transparency on EU/UK Joint Committee Independent - Published on June 24, 2020	MPs oppose Commons debates on bullying and harassment complaints against them MPs vote by 243 votes to 238 in favour of Labour amendment, which ruled out debating complaints in chamber Independent - Published on June 23, 2020

Member of parliament

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