Event

Event

Staff Big Ben Tours for August

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The ticket ballot for August staff tours of the Elizabeth Tower is now open.

Apply for a ticket

To apply for a ticket in July, contact the bookings team by 5pm Thursday 30 July at visitparliament@parliament.uk with the following information:

  • your name;
  • parliamentary mail address;
  • the tour dates you are available for.

August tours are running on:

  • Thursday 6 August 9:45am
  • Thursday 20 August 3.45pm
  • Friday 28 August 2.45pm

Ticket applications must be submitted by 5pm Thursday 30 July. A ballot of tickets will then take place with booking confirmations by 5pm on Friday 31 July. Emails confirming unsuccessful applications will also be sent after the ballot has been drawn. Ticket allocations can’t be changed at this point, so please only apply for dates for which you are available.

Find out more information about staff tours of the Elizabeth Tower on ParliNet.

Help to shape the External Services Fair 2026

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The External Services Fair will be returning this year on Thursday 22 October 2026. This event is designed to give Members and Members’ staff the opportunity to engage directly with a range of external bodies that support you in your casework. This is a unique opportunity to connect with representatives from a range of Government Departments and External Organisations.

We are asking for your suggestions on which Government Departments and external organisations you would like to be represented at the event this year. Please complete this short form to share your suggestions: External Services Fair 2026 – Fill in form

Working Through Cancer Network Event: 9 July

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Time: 14:15 – 15:15
Date: Thursday 9 July 2026
Location: Online and PCH
Open to: parliamentary staff
Information/booking: dan.horrocks@parliament.uk

You are warmly invited to the next Working Through Cancer Network event where you can hear more about the purpose of the network, the support we are building and how to get involved.

We are delighted that The Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP, former Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, will be joining us to speak about his personal experience of cancer, the challenges of balancing treatment with public life and the insights he has gained from navigating a cancer diagnosis whilst serving in one of the most senior roles in Government.

About the Network
The Working Through Cancer Network exists to support parliamentary staff and others affected by cancer — whether as a patient, carer, line manager, or colleague. We are also developing practical support, including a buddy system and guidance for navigating the help available in Parliament.

RSVP
If you’re planning to attend, in person or online, please RSVP to dan.horrocks@parliament.uk so we can get an idea of numbers.

We hope you will be able to join us for what promises to be a thoughtful and inspiring discussion.

Bank of England: Setting interest rates and the Monetary Policy Committee

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Training session with the Bank of England

Time: 13:00 – 15:00
Date: Tuesday 7 July 2026
Location: Parliament
Further information and booking: https://parliament.learningpool.com/course/view.php?id=2339

Inflation, Setting Interest Rates & the MPC

Join Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member Megan Greene, for a Lunch & Learn followed by Q&A on how the Bank of England sets interest rates to meet the 2% inflation target.

NEW DATE – London and South East Roadshow 

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The London and South East roadshow has been rescheduled for Thursday 10 September 2026.

You are invited to attend the upcoming roadshow event for London and South East offices. The event will be delivered by the Members and Members’ staff Services Team (MMSST) in the House of Commons. We really hope that you will be able to attend.

If you have already signed up, you will not need to re-register for the new date; MMSST will shortly send you a new calendar invitation.

To register to attend please email mmsst@parliament.uk

Evidence Week 2026 – from 6 July 2026

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Bitesize online training sessions for parliamentary staff, provided by the UK’s leading experts including the House of Commons Library, ONS and OSR.

For more information and registration for these sessions, please visit the Evidence Week website

Monday 6 July
Modern information warfare 14:00 – 14:45 (online)
How to combat disinformation in the digital age with the House of Commons Library.

Tuesday 7 July
Use, understand and present numbers well in your work 14:00 – 14:45 (online)
Find out how the Code of Practice for Statistics can help – with the Office for Statistics Regulation.

Wednesday 8 July
Risk Know-How 14:00 – 14:45 (online)
How to understand and present risks effectively with Risk Know-How.

Thursday 9 July
Are you using a reliable survey? 11:00 – 11:45 (online)
How to spot trustworthy survey data with the National Centre for Social Research.

AI fakes 14:00 – 14:45 (online)
What to check with Full Fact.

Friday 10 July
How could changes in different industries and products affect the UK economy? 11:00 – 11:45 (online)
Get trained to use the unique UK calculator with the Office for National Statistics.

How to use spatial insights 14:00 – 14:45 (online)
Access to geographic data that can help address local challenges with Smart Data Research UK.

Making the Chamber work: Behind the scenes with the Serjeant at Arms Team 

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Ever wondered what it takes to keep the House of Commons Chamber running smoothly?

The Serjeant at Arms and his team play a vital role in maintaining order in the House of Commons Chamber, galleries, and committees when the House is sitting. 

Join Serjeant at Arms, Ugbana Oyet, alongside members of the Doorkeeper Team, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their work. This session will offer insights into the history of the SAA Team, their current responsibilities and how they support Members and Members’ staff to make parliament happen.

Booking information

Royal British Legion parliamentary staff event

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Please note the change of date

Time: 1800 – 2100
Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
Location: London

On Thursday 4 June 2026 at 6pm-9pm before the Whitsun recess, the Royal British Legion is planning to hold a reception in Westminster for members of parliamentary staff in London.

The aim of this event will be to inform Members’ staff about the work of RBL, the 2026 Armed Forces Bill, and how we can help with casework support for the Armed Forces community in constituencies across the country.

Buffet and drinks will be provided, and there will also be a bar.

Please do let us know at PublicAffairs@britishlegion.org.uk if you can attend, and if you would like to bring any other staff with you.

Library talk: The 1926 general strike

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Time: 1400-1500
Date: Thursday 7 May 2026
Location: Online via MS Teams

The 1926 general strike: an ‘unconstitutional’ act or legitimate industrial action?  

To mark the centenary of a landmark event in British politics (and the publication of a new book), this talk will explore the background to the strike, its legacy and legality.  

Book your place on Act.