Committee publication · Engagement document · 19 March 2025 · HC 755
Large Print - Access to the House of Commons and its procedures - Terms of Reference
From: Modernisation Committee
Summary
The House of Commons Modernisation Committee is launching an inquiry into accessibility of the parliamentary estate, procedures, and information. The inquiry will examine physical access for disabled MPs, staff and visitors; procedural barriers; and how parliamentary information is communicated to MPs and the public. The committee is seeking evidence on feasible short-term adjustments and systemic changes to make Parliament more inclusive.
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ProceduralTopics
accessibilitydisability-rightsparliamentary-procedurepublic-engagement
Key actors
House of Commons Modernisation Committee
Notable line
“The committee's work will be focused on finding new ways of ensuring the work of the House of Commons is inclusive and more easily understood.”
Key Quotes
“The committee's work will be focused on finding new ways of ensuring the work of the House of Commons is inclusive and more easily understood.”
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