Public Affairs Links

Events

......................................................................................................................

Parliament & Government Courses

Multiple registrations qualify for a reduced rate (please call for further details). There are also a limited number of subsidised rates for third sector, trade associations, trade and professional bodies, councils, unions, NHS trusts, Parliamentary staff, police and emergency services, Northern Ireland staff, academics and researchers.

To register for any of the courses please email enquiries@moderngov.com, quoting PAL09 to ensure you receive your discount.

For more information on the courses, visit www.moderngov.info.

An Overview of the Parliamentary Process – n/a

This training seminar gives a comprehensive overview of the main parliamentary processes including an introduction to the parliamentary week, Commons procedure and procedure in the House of Lords

Westminster, Whitehall & Government Departments – n/a

This training seminar seeks to explain the structure and function of government departments, the role of Ministers, private offices, special advisers, and the relationship between Whitehall and Parliament.

Scrutiny of the Executive in Parliament: Committees, Questions and Debates – n/a

This seminar looks at the scrutiny role of Parliament in the Commons and Lords through the role of committees, parliamentary questions including Departmental Answers and Prime Minister's Questions as well as examining the role of the Commons and Lords in the scrutiny of European Legislation.

Understanding Parliamentary Questions - 30 June 2010

This training seminar covers all aspects of Parliamentary Questions. A detailed analysis of oral and written questions in the Commons, Prime Minister's Questions, starred and unstarred questions in the Lords and the significant differences in procedure in each House.

Understanding Bills and Legislation - 8 July 2010

Examine the life cycle of a bill and learn about the role of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Look at the role of Green Papers and White Papers, and the role of a Government department in passing legislation.

Working with the Public Sector - 13 July 2010

Understand the culture of the public sector and civil service code, learn about the rules and restrictions which affect civil servants and look at the relevant structures of central and local government.

Back to Events Page