Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.

In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.

The Leader of the Opposition, Sir Keir Starmer, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two.

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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.

In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.

Prime Minister's Questions - 17 April 2024

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On 22 January 2020 Sir David Attenborough spoke to the House of Lords about his hopes and fears for the planet. 

He said “There is a great surge worldwide to recognise the problems that we face, and a determination to do something about it… now is the time to act. We cannot delay any more.”

Listen to Sir David’s talk.

Lord Speaker Lecture: David Attenborough

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Lord Speaker Lecture: David Attenborough

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