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House of Commons Library publishes report on Overseas Territories representation

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Published on: 07 February 2023

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LNB News 07/02/2023

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Issue Date: 07 February 2023

Published Date: 07 February 2023

Jurisdiction(s): England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat and Turks And Caicos Islands

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The House of Commons Library has published a research briefing on how the Overseas Territories are represented in the UK Parliament and government. The aim of the briefing was to set out UK ministerial responsibility for the Overseas Territories, debates on their representation in the UK Parliament, challenges raised, and proposals to strengthen Overseas Territories scrutiny on legislation relating to the Territories in the UK.

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