The Cabinet Office hosts a panel discussion to explore the factors that shape the relationship between Government and Parliament.
Speakers will include:
- The Rt Hon Andrew Lansley MP, Leader of the House of Commons
- Ms Angela Eagle MP, Shadow Leader of the House of Commons
The session will be moderated by Richard Heaton, First Parliamentary Counsel and Permanent Secretary for the Cabinet Office.
Following the panel discussion the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel will host
- Instant Legislation Booths: Your policy ideas turned into law before your very eyes
- OPC drafters will demonstrate how policy ideas are turned into legislation and will explain what the drafting process involves.
This unique experience will put the power back into your hands and will offer you a chance to translate your ideas into legislative provisions.
About Parliament Week
Parliament Week is a UK-wide programme of events and activities that inspire, engage and connect people with parliamentary democracy. Parliament Week 2013 will run from 15-21 November.
The Parliament Week programme includes events and activities across the country that are open to everyone.