Parliament in lockdown: Lord Foulkes - a podcast by CPA UK

A series of recorded conversations between UK parliamentarians and CPA UK Chief Executive, Jon Davies, explore the unprecedented impact of Covid-19 on the running of Parliament.

Since the UK went into lockdown, the Parliament has implemented a series of new measures which has had a significant impact on the life and work of an MP both in Westminster and in their constituencies. In this series of conversations, representatives discuss some of the challenges as well as opportunities that have arisen, as well as lessons that can be learnt from parliaments across the Commonwealth.

Lord Foulkes gives an insight into how the House of Lords has adapted to Covid-19 and moved online. He highlights some of the benefits of a virtual Lords, including greater engagement from a wider pool of Members.

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