Parliamentary Monitor

We keep track of the latest policy developments relevant to children and families in Scotland, across the UK, and in Europe.

This Scottish Parliament is in recess this week and will return on week commencing 18 February.

This Week in Westminster

Wednesday, 13 February

The Northern Ireland Committee will take evidence on the implications of the EU Withdrawal Agreement and the backstop for Northern Ireland.

The Exiting the European Union Committee will take evidence on the progress of the UK’s negotiations on EU Withdrawal: Role of Parliament.

The House of Lords will also debate EU Withdrawal.

Thursday, 14 February

The House of Commons will hold a debate on a motion relating to the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. The Children and Young People's Panel on Europe's report with recommendations to the Scottish and UK Government will be released over the coming weeks.
Click here to find out more about the Panel

The House of Lords will see a question on progress made on the EU Settlement Scheme.