As Andy Burnham’s new government prepares to face scrutiny from MPs for the first time, Tom Fleming outlines ten key issues and questions facing parliament in the weeks and months ahead.

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House of Commons procedure is a key factor in how parliament works. But, at times, it can be a source of frustration and can appear difficult to change. Nonetheless, history shows that procedural reform is possible – and backbench MPs have often been vital to bringing it about. A new Unit report, published today, assesses how change comes about, analysing successful past campaigns to identify lessons for would-be reformers in this parliament. In this post the report’s authors – Meg Russell, Lisa James and Hannah Kelly – discuss some key conclusions.

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Manoeuvres to replace a Prime Minister are yet again afoot. In his first blogpost as the Constitution Unit’s new Director, Alan Renwick examines the increasing volatility at the top of British politics. Changes in the occupant of Number 10 between elections are normal. But current methods for filling vacancies are inadequate. And rapid turnover is a symptom of deeper troubles. Addressing those troubles will require fundamental shifts in our political culture.

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