# appgs

earliest_recorded_date: 2020-07-01
id: 'Left Behind' Neighbourhoods
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/left-behind-neighbourhoods.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and understanding of what constitutes a ‘left behind’ neighbourhood and to explore, propose and advocate for the implementation of approaches designed to 'level up’ the social and economic outcomes of their residents and make their communities stronger and more resilient, including by applying learning about the impact of COVID-19.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: 22q11 Syndrome
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/22q11-syndrome.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase recognition and understanding of the Syndrome across policy makers and the medical profession. Eventually aiming for, once diagnosed, life-long health strategy for sufferers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Access to Medicines and Medical Devices
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/access-to-medicines-and-medical-devices.htm

purpose:
To examine pricing, funding and wider access issues relating to the availability of medicines and medical technologies on the NHS in England.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Accounting for Growth
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/accounting-for-growth.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to discuss the future of finance and the vital role that the accountancy sector will play in boosting economic growth, productivity, trade and sustainability across the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Acquired Brain Injury
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/acquired-brain-injury.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and seek improvements in support and services for people with ABI and their carers; to provide a voice for people with ABI in parliament; and to raise issues across health, social care and welfare which affect people living with ABI.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Action on Conflict and Global Britain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/action-on-conflict-and-global-britain.htm

purpose:
The APPG has the objective of ensuring that the UK places ‘Action on Conflict’ at the heart of its international strategy alongside climate change and COVID recovery.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Adoption and Permanence
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/adoption-and-permanence.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To amplify the voices and experiences of children and families engaged in adoption and other forms of permanence to inform parliamentarians and promote the development and implementation of effective policy and practice. To provide an opportunity for the ambitious exploration of innovative solutions to enable adoptive children and families to thrive.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Adult Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/adult-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To celebrate the contribution of adult education to the social, economic and cultural wellbeing of the UK and to raise the profile of adult education through exploring the need for policy change and developing new evidence to demonstrate its impact.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Adult Social Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/adult-social-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To act as a forum for members of the House of Commons and Lords to enagage with the wider adult social care sector, with the aim of engaging in a cross-party and non-partisan manner to influence government policy on the reform of the adult social care system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Afghanistan
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/afghanistan.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To address all aspects of Afghanistan's development, security and humanitarian situation to improve HMG's policies toward the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Africa
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/africa.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To facilitate mutually beneficial relationships between Africa and the UK and to further understanding within the UK parliament of contemporary UK-African relations and pan-African matters and development agendas in the UK parliament. The group also seeks to challenge negative stereotypes pertaining to Africa where they persist.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
id: Afrikan Reparations
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/afrikan-reparations.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians, campaigners, communities, and other stakeholders to examine issues of African Reparations and the repatriation of art and cultural artefacts, as well as exploring policy proposals on reparations and development, and how best to redress the legacies of African enslavement and colonialism.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ageing and Older People
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ageing-and-older-people.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum in which to hold the government to account on issues affecting ageing older people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Agroecology for Sustainable Food and Farming
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/agroecology-for-sustainable-food-and-farming.htm

purpose:
Providing a forum for parliamentarians, leading academics, farmers and NGOs to discuss the economic, social and environmental benefits of agroecological approaches to food and farming.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ahmadiyya-muslim-community.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Seeks to make all parliamentarians aware of the extensive positive work done by the Ahmadiyya community and speak up on issues of persecution and extremism that Ahmadiyya muslims face abroad and in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Air Passenger Duty Reform
latest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210127/air-passenger-duty-reform.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the UK government to cut the UK's Air Passenger Duty rate, thereby allowing the UK to compete on a level playing field with our European counterparts, boosting tourism, trade, jobs and growth.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Air Pollution
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/air-pollution.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians, experts, and stakeholders to discuss and promote measures to tackle poor air quality; and to work to raise the profile of both the problem and its solutions in Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Airport Communities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/airport-communities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To consider the economic, environmental and social impacts of airport operations on local communities, including expansion plans.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Alcohol Harm
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/alcohol-harm.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote discussion of alcohol related issues and to raise issues of concern and make recommendations to government and other policy makers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Alevis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/alevis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To recognise the important contribution that the Alevi community makes to British society; to ensure that British Alevis are represented in Parliament by giving them a platform to express their legitimate socio-political aspirations, so they achieve recognition for their rights and religion in Britain and overseas.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Allergy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/allergy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve the lives of all people living with allergy across the UK; to improve National Health Service allergy services and allow greater access to existing services; to raise awareness of the condition, severity and prevalence and encourage greater understanding.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Alternative Dispute Resolution
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/alternative-dispute-resolution.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help change the culture of dispute resolution in the country by providing a valuable forum within Parliament to discuss the latest developments in Alternative Dispute Resolution and to promote its wider use.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Alternative Investment Management
latest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210310/alternative-investment-management.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Raising awareness of the sector and its contribution to the UK economy; providing a forum to discuss development in investment strategy and the corresponding impact on UK pension endowments and direct lending; supporting the development of an effective and proportionate UK regulatory regime governing the industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-10-12
id: Alternative Lending
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/alternative-lending.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help legislators keep pace with a rapidly evolving sector, and help them understand the effects of change both on employers and consumers. To provide a forum where MPs and peers can talk to lenders and ensure the market develops in harmony with policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Angola
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/angola.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To build a greater understanding in parliament of Angola and its regional and international roles; to build links and foster good relations with Angola; and to support development and democracy in Angola.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Animal Welfare
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/animal-welfare.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To use the influence of experts and politicians to raise awareness of animal welfare issues and to develop solutions through evidence based inquiries and policy development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/anti-corruption-and-responsible-tax.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Building a fair and transparent tax system.  Campaigning against corruption and financial crime.  Working cross-party for real change.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: Anti-Social Behaviour
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/anti-social-behaviour.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG focuses on the barriers faced by the housing sector in addressing anti-social behaviour (ASB) and how landlords, homeowners, local authorities, the police, and others can work together to address it. It will also consider what central government can do to support housing providers and others to address and reduce ASB.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Antibiotics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/antibiotics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of antibiotic resistance, the need to preserve antibiotics through education on their appropriate use including non-human uses, the lack of new treatments for bacterial infections and to help accelerate efforts to discover, research and develop new treatments.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: Antigua and Barbuda
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/antigua-and-barbuda.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in Antigua and Barbuda; to meet with politicians who are visiting the UK; to meet with the High Commissioners of Antigua and Barbuda; and to discuss Antiguan, Barbudan and UK politics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Antisemitism
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/antisemitism.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To combat antisemitism and help develop and seek implementation of effective public policy to combat antisemitism.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Apprenticeships
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/apprenticeships.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians and employers to discuss how to promote the role of high quality apprenticeships.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Arctic and Nordic Councils
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/arctic-and-nordic-councils.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To better understand both bodies and their roles, and to build strategic friendships and alliances across areas of shared interest.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Armed Forces Covenant
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/armed-forces-covenant.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform Parliamentarians and influence Government on all aspects of the Armed Forces Covenant and its implementation nationally.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Armenia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/armenia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage links between the UK parliament and the Republic of Armenia and to increase awareness of that country in the UK parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Art, Craft and Design in Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/art-craft-and-design-in-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group believes that art, craft and design education is essential to the economy and to the cultural, spiritual, creative and social wellbeing of all; that it empowers individuals, enabling them to engage with our rich visual and cultural heritage, express themselves and become visually literate and perceptive, and that access to high quality art, craft and design education is an entitlement for everyone.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Artificial Intelligence
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/artificial-intelligence.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To address the economic, social and ethical implications of developing and implementing Artificial Intelligence (including machine learning, natural language understanding, automated reasoning, autonomous systems etc).


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Arts and Heritage
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/arts-and-heritage.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Since 1974 the APPG has built up a close relationship with all our national museums and galleries, The Arts Council, English Heritage, The National Trust and with other leading arts and heritage bodies.  We hold regular meetings with their leaders and with ministers.  We arrange numerous visits and also have the privilege of attending private views of most of the major exhibitions in London.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Arts, Health and Wellbeing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/arts-health-and-wellbeing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To enable parliamentarians, of all parties and in both Houses, to be informed about significant practice and developments in the field of the arts, health and wellbeing; discuss relevant government and opposition policies; and provide a springboard for parliamentary action, such as debates and questions for oral and written answer.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Assistive Technology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/assistive-technology.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To disseminate knowledge, generate debate and facilitate engagement on assistive technology amongst members of both Houses of Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/attention-deficit-hyperactive-disorder.htm

purpose:
To raise awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and its impact on those with the condition. To help bring positive change to the lives of people living with ADHD. To share ideas, and act as a link between parliament and organisations and charities involved with this issue.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Australia and New Zealand
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/australia-and-new-zealand.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in Australia and New Zealand; to meet with ANZAC politicians who are visiting the UK; to meet with the High Commissioners of Australia and New Zealand; and to discuss Australian, New Zealand and UK Politics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Autism
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/autism.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of issues affecting autistic people, their families and carers; to raise parliamentary awareness of autism; to campaign for changes to government policy to benefit autistic people and improve diagnosis or support for autistic people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Aviation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/aviation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the objective - as set out by the British Government - of making the UK the best country in the world for General Aviation through inspiring both current and future generations to take up science, technology, engineering and mathematics, thereby creating high-tech jobs and growth in our economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Axial Spondyloarthritis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/axial-spondyloarthritis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Axial Spondyloarthritis, including Ankylosing Spondylitis, and strive for improved outcomes for all those who are affected by the condition.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: BBC
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bbc.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage debate and engage in discussion about all elements of the BBC, including the BBC World Service and the BBC’s role within the creative industries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Baby Loss
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/baby-loss.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop policy that supports families dealing with the grief and loss of a baby, and to raise awareness of what more can be done by the government, Parliament or other agencies to help those affected.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Bahá'í Faith
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bahai-faith.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness on the Bahá'í faith and the efforts of the Bahá'í community to contribute to British society, and to seek action in respect of the persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran and other instances where Bahá'ís are subject to discrimination on the grounds of their faith.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Bangladesh
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/bangladesh.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster a greater understanding of the country of Bangladesh and provide a conduit for the Bangladeshi community here in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Banning Trophy Hunting
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/banning-trophy-hunting.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To secure a comprehensive and properly-enforced UK ban on all trophy hunting imports, and for Britain to be a global leader in helping to end trophy hunting.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Battlefields and Commonwealth War Graves
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/battlefields-and-commonwealth-war-graves.htm

purpose:
To inform MPs and Members of the House of Lords about historical military campaigns in Europe by taking them to where events occurred, examining what happened and paying respects at the connected Commonwealth War Cemetery.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Beauty and Wellbeing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/beauty-and-wellbeing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentary discussions on the issues around beauty, aesthetics and wellbeing.  To support the beauty and aesthetics industry, celebrate its economic and social contribution and discuss the challenges it faces, particularly the need for improved standards around non-surgical cosmetic procedures.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Beer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/beer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the wholesomeness and enjoyment of beer and the unique role of the pub in UK society; to increase understanding of the social, cultural and historic role of brewing and pubs in the UK and their value to tourism; to broaden recognition of the contribution of brewing and pubs to employment and to the UK's economy; to promote understanding of the social responsibility exercised by the brewing and pub industries; to support the UK's brewing industry worldwide.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Bees and Pollinators
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bees-and-pollinators.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliamentarians about bees and other pollinators. To raise awareness of the issues surrounding bees and pollinators, promote their importance for the national economy and natural environment, and highlight pathways to both conservation and growth of insect and pollinator populations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Belgium
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/belgium.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To consolidate and strengthen cultural, economic, political and social ties between the United Kingdom and Belgium and foster positive relations now the United Kingdom has left the European Union.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Bereavement Support
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bereavement-support.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the impact of grief.  To bring local and national bereavement services, charities, health professionals and individuals affected by grief together, to improve bereavement care across the UK. To reduce the postcode lottery in the quality and provision of bereavement support services and promote best practice.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Betting and Gaming
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/betting-and-gaming.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To keep in contact with the industry; to discuss with them, and in Parliament, fair gambling, safe gambling and policies towards gambling; to act as a go-between for the industry, Parliament and government; and to advise Parliament and the government on gambling-related issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Bingo
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bingo.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to discuss issues affecting the bingo industry, including their thousands of employees and customers across the UK; to represent the interests of the bingo industry in Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Black Country
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/black-country.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To recognise and address the economic barriers to growth that the region faces, promoting its significance as a sub-region and raising its importance to key stakeholders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Black Maternal Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/black-maternal-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
As highlighted in the Dispatches documentary 'The Black Maternity Scandal', Black women are four times more likely to die in pregnancy and childbirth. The APPG aims to raise awareness of the issue of racial disparities within maternal healthcare and offer solutions to end this.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Business Owners
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/black-asian-and-minority-ethnic-business-owners.htm

purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians from all parties and both Houses with key players in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) businesses to promote the growth of successful BAME businesses across the UK.  A key aim is to promote an inclusive national strategy of policy, support and resources to enable the growth of BAME owned businesses for the benefit of the overall UK economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Bladder and Bowel Continence Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bladder-and-bowel-continence-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To break the taboo by raising awareness of bladder and bowel continence for adults and children and to promote cost effective funding for assessment, treatment and appropriate product provision.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Blockchain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/blockchain.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Ensuring industry and society benefit from the full potential of blockchain and other distributed ledger technologies (DLT).


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Blood Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/blood-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and promote the needs of blood cancer patients with parliamentarians, government, NHS and charity stakeholders, and to create a forum for broader issues affecting blood cancer patients.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Bowel Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bowel-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create a forum to advocate for issues affecting bowel cancer patients in order to improve patient outcomes, promote best practice, encourage collaboration between patients, parliamentarians, government and the NHS and ensure bowel cancer becomes a higher priority disease area both at a national and local level.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Boxing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/boxing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To engage with government and parliament to support all aspects of boxing; set out the benefits of boxing to individuals and wider society; reduce barriers to participation in boxing; celebrate the success of our nation’s boxers; and highlight the potential for boxing clubs to promote diversity, inclusion and regeneration in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Brain Tumours
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/brain-tumours.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the issues facing the brain tumour community in order to improve research, diagnosis, information, support, treatment and care outcomes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Brazil
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/brazil.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good international relations between the UK and Brazil and to assist in raising awareness amongst parliamentarians and the public of the developments that have been taking place in Brazil.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Breast Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/breast-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Raises the profile of breast cancer issues within parliament. Provides a forum for MPs and Peers to discuss important issues affecting patients with breast cancer. Encourages dialogue between parliamentarians, government, the NHS and those living with or affected by the disease.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Bridge
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/bridge.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop awareness of the benefits of bridge, with particular reference to the ways in which it can develop skills in young people, and help those who are retired or about to retire.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Britain-Pakistan Trade and Tourism
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/britain-pakistan-trade-and-tourism.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that trade and relations between Britain and Pakistan are considered and promoted cross-party and across both Houses; and to advance the benefits of tourism between Pakistan and the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-09-11
id: British Bioethanol
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/british-bioethanol.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the industry, its economic impact, the supporting role it plays for British agriculture, and the environmental benefits of the bioethanol it produces. To promote the introduction of E10 fuel in the UK, help provide information and provide a greater understanding amongst parliamentarians and consumers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: British Council
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-council.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help parliamentarians learn more about and better understand the British Council and its work, at home and abroad, to promote the English language alongside British education, culture and values; and to support the British Council, offering advice and encouragement in both its everyday and long-term work.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: British Hindus
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-hindus.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support and promote the interests of British Hindus to Parliament; to encourage political parties in the UK to actively engage with the British Hindu community; to consider campaigns and issues on behalf of British Hindus; to press for more government engagement with the Hindu community; to highlight and acknowledge the exceptional and significant contribution of the British Hindu community in all walks of life.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: British Jews
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-jews.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote understanding of the aspirations and challenges of the UK's Jewish community, with topics including religious freedom, faith based education, welfare and social justice. To celebrate the culture, contribution and achievements of the UK's Jewish community.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: British Museum
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-museum.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To establish a partnership between Parliament and the British Museum, including work with local and regional museums, and an understanding of its role as a leading world museum.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: British Muslims
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-muslims.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliament and parliamentarians of, and harness their support for, the aspirations and challenges of British Muslim communities; to promote and celebrate their contributions; and to investigate the forms, manifestations and extent of prejudice, discrimination and hatred against Muslims in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-05-20
id: British Offshore Oil and Gas Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/britiish-offshore-oil-and-gas-industry.htm

purpose:
To provide a forum for discussion of issues relevant to the British offshore oil and gas industry and other related industries, and to raise matters with government and industry itself.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: British Sikhs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-sikhs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support and promote the interests of Sikhs in the UK, work with British Sikhs to celebrate Sikh culture in the UK, and ensure full equality for all British Sikhs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: British Virgin Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/british-virgin-islands.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote and work in the best interests of the people of the British Virgin Islands (BVI).  To be a supportive voice for BVI within Parliament, encourage debate and engagement between BVI and Parliamentarians, and represent BVI interests with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Broadband and Digital Communication
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/broadband-and-digital-communication.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To further the rollout of broadband in rural and urban areas, and to look at digital communication across the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Building Communities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/building-communities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the social value of placemaking and good design for communities.  The group focuses on how to improve community involvement in infrastructure, housing and other developments, and seeks to highlight the benefits of an upfront and informed approach to growth in local areas.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Built Environment
latest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/200807/built-environment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group conducts inquiries into topical issues relating to the built environment (including housing, infrastructure, office and retail building and landscape.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Bullying
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/bullying.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight, discuss and record the frequency, severity, and consequences of bullying on children and young people, and the effect it has on their parents or carers, peers, school and others and to raise the awareness of parliamentarians in order that effective legislation be enacted to reduce its occurrence.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Bus and Coach Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/bus-and-coach-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss policies to support the UK bus and coach industries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
id: Business Resilience
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/business-resilience.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To focus on macro issues affecting businesses in the UK to ensure that we are commercially resilient.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Business Travel
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/business-travel.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion the UK business travel sector and to raise awareness of its contribution to the UK economy, and as a driver of international trade.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Business in a Pandemic (Covid) World
latest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220907/business-in-a-pandemic-covid-world.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Revive: ensure that the business community is able to continue functioning during a pandemic. Review: ensure that businesses plan to develop and grow during a pandemic. Recommend: how commerce adapts in differing sectors and geographies, copes with pandemics, aligns and reviews practices to adopt 'best practice' in the UK .


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: CAFOD
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cafod.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To meet and discuss matters of interest to the work of CAFOD, current humanitarian crises and the role of the Catholic church in international development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: CBD (Cannabidiol) Products
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cbd-cannabidiol-products.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the development of UK regulation on CBD products that reflects evidence-based policy, clear regulation and the most certain basis for investors and entrepreneurs to enable this industry to safely serve the public and the wider national interests engaged in public wellness and economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Cameroon
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cameroon.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To develop and promote relations between the United Kingdom and  the Republic of Cameroon including at parliamentary level and to assist in raising awareness amongst UK parliamentarians and the public of developments that have been taking place in Cameroon.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Canada
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/canada.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in Canada; to meet with politicians from Canada who are visiting the UK; to meet with the Canadian High Commissioner; and to discuss Canadian and UK politics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK (CANZUK)
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Country Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/canada-australia-new-zealand-and-the-uk-canzuk.htm

purpose:
To encourage interest in the political concept of CANZUK; promote CANZUK among UK parliamentarians; meet with interested politicians, commentators, academics and political figures visiting the UK from Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; promote research and policy ideas around CANZUK; and discuss Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and UK politics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To keep cancer on the political agenda, monitor implementation of government initiatives, provide briefings to parliamentarians, and ensure policy-making is evidence-based and patient-centred.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Cannabis: Harmful Effects on Developing Brains
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/cannabis-harmful-effects-on-developing-brains.htm

purpose:
To inform members of both Houses of Parliament and, using sound scientific and medical evidence, to raise awareness and stimulate discussion about the impact of cannabis on developing brains.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/carbon-capture-utilisation-and-storage.htm

purpose:
To provide a forum for the discussion of issues relevant to the development of carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technologies for the purposes of mitigating carbon dioxide emissions from energy intensive industries, heating and power.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Carbon Monoxide
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/carbon-monoxide.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG is the leading forum for parliamentarians from both Houses and all parties to work together to discuss ways of tackling CO poisoning, improve government policy on CO safety and raise public awareness of the threat posed by deadly CO gas.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Cardiac Risk in the Young
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cardiac-risk-in-the-young.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote amongst parliamentarians the issue of cardiac risk in the young (CRY); to inform policy decisions and public debate relating to CRY; and to enable communications between interested parties and relevant parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Carers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/carers.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group will bring together parliamentarians and policy and practice experts, to promote awareness, to share knowledge, and to better understand of the needs of unpaid carers. It will work to improve legislation for carers and provide a forum for parliamentarians and stakeholders to discuss solutions to improve carers’ lives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Caribbean
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/caribbean.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in the Caribbean; to meet Caribbean politicians visiting the UK; and to discuss British-Caribbean politics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Catalonia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/catalonia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To develop links between parliamentarians in this country and in Catalonia. To keep Members of Parliament abreast of the ongoing events and debates about Catalan self-determination and to help ensure that debate is carried out in the most democratic way.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Cats
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cats.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG is a group of MPs, peers and associate organisations with an interest in feline welfare, aiming to promote and further feline welfare. It seeks to support discussion and debate about what the public, politicians and the government can do to further feline welfare.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Central America
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/central-america.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in Central America and to meet with politicians from that area who are visiting the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: Central Bank and Digital Currency
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/central-bank-and-digital-currency.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will focus on interoperability, international regulated digital currencies but not virtual crypto. It will look at all digital currencies including Central Bank Digital Currencies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Ceramics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ceramics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase the understanding of the uses of ceramics and broaden the understanding of ceramic manufacturing in the UK among parliamentarians; to promote ceramic manufacturing and the ceramics industry as an asset within the UK economy, and to provide a forum for parliamentary discussion on the issues impacting the industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Cerebral Palsy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cerebral-palsy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for Parliamentarians to better understand the challenges faced by individuals and families affected by Cerebral Palsy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Chagos (British Indian Ocean Territory)
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Country Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/chagos-british-indian-ocean-territory.htm

purpose:
To help bring about a resolution of the issues concerning the future of the Chagos Islands (British Indian Ocean Territory) and the Chagossians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Chalk Streams
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/chalk-streams.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together supporters of England's chalk streams to champion their biodiversity through promoting environmental good practice, centred on sustainable flows and sensitive land management.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Challenger Banks and Building Societies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To review the regulations of the banking and financial sector and to promote fair competition, removing entry barriers and encouraging diversity of service.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Channel 4
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/channel-4.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for discussion of Channel 4's content, strategy and contribution to public service broadcasting in the UK, as well as wider relevant regulatory issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Channel Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/channel-islands.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote a better understanding of the issues facing the Channel Islands and develop better relations between the UK and the Channel Islands.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Chemical Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/chemical-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To brief Members on issues affecting chemical and pharmaceutical businesses in the UK and act as a forum for Members to express views.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Child Contact Centres and Services
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/child-contact-centres-and-services.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise greater awareness in Parliament of the work of the National Association of Child Contact Centres in supporting children during separation; and of the important role of child contact centres and services in facilitating contact with non-residential parents.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Child Criminal Exploitation and Knife Crime
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/child-criminal-exploitation-and-knife-crime.htm

purpose:
To evaluate policies which reduce child criminal exploitation (CCE) and knife crime. To gain better understanding of the scale and impact of CCE in the wider context of serious violence. To amplify young people’s voices and develop recommendations for new measures at both acute and preventative stages to combat CCE, knife crime and violence.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
id: Child Maintenance Services
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/child-maintenance-services.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the processes and powers of the Child Maintenance Services when it comes to the enforcement of child maintenance payments between separated parents. To analyse the failings of the current system and come up with recommendations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Child and Youth Crime
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/child-and-youth-crime.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To find (or identify or formulate) practical solutions and policies for those aged between 0-25, be they perpetrators or victims of crime, and to look at the cause and effect of gun and knife crime, persistent and prolific offending, gang crime, bullying, abuse, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction and homelessness.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Childcare and Early Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/childcare-and-early-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG works with the sector to support and promote private, voluntary and independent (PVI) childcare settings, and the value of high-quality early education in helping every child to have the best start in life.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Children
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/children.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise greater awareness in the Houses of Parliament of aspects of the well-being of the nation's children aged 0-18 years, and our obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child; and to work with children, young people, children's organisations, and politicians from all sides, to promote first-class government policy for children.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Children of Alcoholics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/children-of-alcoholics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion the cause of children of dependent and hazardous drinkers, to conduct research, to raise issues of concern, and to make recommendations to government and other policy makers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Children who Need Palliative Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/children-who-need-palliative-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform policy which secures the best quality of life and death for the growing number of babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. To improve awareness of their needs and to make sure they are understood by those who can help, including government and parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Children's Media and the Arts
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/childrens-media-and-the-arts.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the issues around children's media and arts within a wide cultural, social and educational context, and support the provision of both as specified in Articles 17 and 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Children, Teenagers, and Young Adults with Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/children-teenagers-and-young-adults-with-cancer.htm

purpose:
Cross-party group of MPs and peers which aims to raise awareness of the issues affecting children, teenagers and young adults with cancer and their families in parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Children’s Parliament
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/childrens-parliament.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight to primary aged children the importance of democracy and to bring together students, parliamentarians and industry to demonstrate and educate on parliamentary and democratic procedure.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Chile
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/chile.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations between parliamentarians from the UK and Chile and to increase knowledge and understanding of Chile.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: China
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/china.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
Parliament's platform for discussion on all issues of importance to the bilateral UK-China relationship


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Choice at the End of Life
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/choice-at-the-end-of-life.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve the experience of dying in the UK by promoting and expanding people's choices at the end of life.  To promote a change in the law to allow the choice of assisted dying for terminally ill, mentally competent adults.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Christianity in the Holy Land
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/christianity-in-the-holy-land.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the heritage and contemporary role of Christianity in the Holy Land, for it to remain a place where the Christian community contributes to the peace and wellbeing of the whole society, and where Christians continue to live, flourish and thrive.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Cider
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/cider.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the cause of cider as a drink; raise its profile; and inform and educate people about its role and importance, especially in rural areas.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Citizens Rights
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/citizens-rights.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform Members of Parliament about issues relating to the rights of EU citizens in the UK and Britons in Europe.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: City Regions Transport
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/city-regions-transport.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote parliamentary debate and promote discussion of transport issues in the metropolitan areas.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Civic Societies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/civic-societies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss issues related to civic society and the civic movement; to realise these issues on the parliamentary agenda; and to provide a forum for an exchange of views between stakeholders with an interest in making places more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Civil Service and Public Sector Workers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/civil-service-and-public-sector-workers.htm

purpose:
To promote awareness of the work and role of the civil service and public sector workers and to highlight the important contribution of public sector workers to the UK economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Classical Music
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/classical-music.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians who have an interest in and wish to further the appreciation of classical music; to act as an interface between British orchestras' on and off-stage activities, the wider classical music industry, including broadcasters and the recording industry, and key decision makers and opinion formers; and to look at the potential for establishing parliamentary classical music awards and promoting the supporting young musicians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Cleaning and Hygiene
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/cleaning-and-hygiene.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the importance of cleaning and hygiene to the wellbeing of people, health and safety, and the protection of the environment. The pandemic has demonstrated the critical importance of cleaning and hygiene products and services, and the essential work carried out by cleaning operatives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Climate Change
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/climate-change.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To run events and activities in parliament with the purpose of advancing understanding of policy issues surrounding climate change and enabling cross-party discussion and action on climate policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: Climbing, Hill Walking and Mountaineering
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/climbing-hill-walking-and-mountaineering.htm

purpose:
To promote the sporting and recreational interests of climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers; to raise awareness of the physical and social benefits of climbing, hill walking and mountaineering; and to campaign for sustainable access to cliffs, mountains and open countryside.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Coalfield Communities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/coalfield-communities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the further economic, social and cultural development of the UK's former coalfield communities, by bringing together MPs, external stakeholders and others to develop credible proposals for further coalfields regeneration.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-09-11
id: Coastal Communities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/coastal-communities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To look at coastal strategies on a cross-party basis and establish a framework for policy to help boost coastal communities across the United Kingdom


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Coeliac Disease
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/coeliac-disease.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss, develop and promote policy solutions to improve the lives of the coeliac community across the United Kingdom.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Colombia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/colombia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster and promote relations between the UK and Colombia and to assist in raising awareness amongst parliamentarians and the public of the developments that have been taking place in Colombia.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Commercial Radio
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/commercial-radio.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To seek a better understanding between broadcasters and parliamentarians about the vital role that radio plays in our communities and our economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Commercial Sexual Exploitation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/commercial-sexual-exploitation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work for an end to commercial sexual exploitation. To lead research and advocacy in Parliament to tackle all forms of commercial sexual exploitation. To seek public policy that works effectively to support victims, hold perpetrators to account and combat demand for sexual exploitation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Commonwealth
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/commonwealth.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To inform Members about the Commonwealth Secretariat's developments to strengthen the Commonwealth network; to keep members aware of the range of non-parliamentary activities and programmes carried out underneath the Commonwealth brand, both on governmental and non-governmental levels; and to take advantage of opportunities within the developing Commonwealth network for Britain's political and commercial activities and for Britain's positioning in the new international landscape.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-02-13
id: Commonwealth Games
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/commonwealth-games.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support and promote the Commonwealth Games, and particularly the 2022 Commonwealth Games, from bid to legacy - including home nations, participating sports and athletes taking part in the games.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
id: Communities of Inquiry across the Generations
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/communities-of-inquiry-across-the-generations.htm

purpose:
To provide practical models for conducting productive debates on difficult topics between young and old; to facilitate evidence-based, transformative discussions on equality and identity (e.g. race, faith, climate, migration); to interrogate 'culture wars' and ‘gesture politics' on and off campus; to create intergenerational communities of inquiry with parliamentarians, universities and young citizens.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Community Development in Europe
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/community-development-in-europe.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness among British Parliamentarians of methods and best practice to improve the stability of families and communities; to develop contacts accordingly between European parliamentarians; and to evaluate evidence from methods and good practice, including that from voluntary and private institutions and from partnerships between public and private sectors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Community Energy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/community-energy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the community-owned and community-run renewable energy sector in Parliament and to support Members of both Houses in understanding the technical, policy and other aspects related to the sector, through briefings, newsletters and events for parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Complex Needs
latest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210310/complex-needs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To give parliamentarians a greater understanding of the barriers faced by those with complex needs or dual diagnosis who may have to negotiate a number of issues (mental health, substance misuse issues) in their lives while often living in deprivation and lacking access to stable housing or meaningful daily activities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: Conception to Age Two - First 1001 Days
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/conception-to-age-two---first-1001-days.htm

purpose:
To promote a holistic approach to the antenatal and post-natal period, specifically with regards to the early years and infant mental health; to hold evidence-based enquiries into best practice for the 1001 critical days to help policymakers make informed decisions on provision in this period; and to uphold cross-party consensus for this age group.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Connected and Automated Mobility
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/connected-and-automated-mobility.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To identify the next steps towards ensuring the UK is a world leader in Connected and Automated Mobility, focusing on investment, regulation, consumer education, data and cyber security, and to promote and support driverless technologies and their safe deployment on UK roads.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Conservation, Places and People
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/conservation-places-and-people.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support built and historic environment conservation as the means to deliver successful places, which are economically, environmentally and socially sustainable.  This includes using heritage to help places adapt to the diverse needs of current and future communities, whilst supporting enterprise, transport connectivity, health, climate change efforts and quality of life.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Consumer Protection
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/consumer-protection.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a voice for ordinary retail consumers across a range of sectors in the UK economy; to raise awareness of issues, rights and obligations in the field of consumer protection with parliamentarians and the wider public.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Coronavirus
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/coronavirus.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that lessons are learned from the UK's handling of the Coronavirus outbreak so that the UK's response and preparedness may be improved in future.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Corporate Governance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/corporate-governance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop and increase understanding of corporate governance through the promotion of a culture based on responsible leadership and investments.  This enables corporates and their shareholders to enhance prosperity for the benefit of shareholders, economies and society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Council Housing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/council-housing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To campaign to increase the number of council houses being built, as a central part of the solution to the housing crisis, and seek to represent the interests of council tenants in parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Council of Sri Lankan Muslim Organisations UK
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/council-of-sri-lankan-muslim-organisations-uk.htm

purpose:
To support and take up issues raised by Council of Sri Lankan Muslim Organisations UK (COSMOS UK) relating to Sri Lankan Muslims; working toward protecting their rights while promoting peaceful coexistence and thereby ushering in a strong relationship between the peoples of the UK and Sri Lanka


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: Covid-19 Vaccine Damage
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/covid-19-vaccine-damage.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure scrutiny of the safety profile of Covid-19 vaccinations; provide a forum for those harmed or bereaved from Covid-19 vaccinations and review financial arrangements available to them; to ensure that the health services respond and provide care to those who have continuing conditions caused by Covid-19 vaccinations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Craft
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/craft.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To enhance the understanding and promotion of craft in the UK, and to ensure that craft skills are supported and passed on to future generations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Creative Diversity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/creative-diversity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To identify and tackle obstacles to diversity and inclusion in the creative sector, establish effective practices in recruiting, retaining and developing diverse talent and provide recommendations for industry and government.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Credit Unions
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/credit-unions.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for discussing the work of credit unions and the need to secure a legislative and regulatory regime which will allow credit unions to scale up and provide inclusive financial services for many more people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Critical Minerals
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/critical-minerals.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the UK's need for a secure, sustainable supply of critical minerals to deliver the nation's industrial strategy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Croatia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/croatia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Croatia among British Parliamentarians for the purpose of fostering closer relations between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Croatia.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Crossrail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/crossrail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss the delivery of the Elizabeth line and to promote the successful completion of Crossrail.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Crypto and Digital Assets
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/crypto-and-digital-assets.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss the challenges and opportunities relating to the growth and competitiveness of the crypto sector and to explore the need for future regulation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Cuba
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cuba.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To meet and exchange views with visitors from Cuba and discuss developments within the country, to encourage government links between the UK and Cuba.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Customer Service
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/customer-service.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and understanding of customer service, including its impact on economic growth. To improve public services, business performance and employability through customer service skills training and provide an improved outcome for customers and citizens.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Cyber Security
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cyber-security.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To be a forum for cyber security briefings and discussion. To address developments in cyber security systems and techniques affecting consumers, business and its role in defence, the UK economy/society and the Critical National Infrastructure.  To examine security, identity, regulation and fraud. To raise awareness and understanding for non-specialists.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Cycling and Walking
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cycling-and-walking.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion cycling and walking in the context of the growing importance of all forms of active travel.  Our main aim is to get more people cycling and walking in the UK, more often and more safely.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Cyprus
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/cyprus.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote positive relations between the UK and the Republic of Cyprus and their elected parliamentarians and people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Czech Republic and Slovakia
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/czech-republic-and-slovakia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations between the two republics and the UK, particularly between the three parliaments and their embassies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-10-06
id: Côte d’Ivoire
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/c%C3%B4te-divoire.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote good relations in every way between the United Kingdom and Côte d’Ivoire and to foster understanding and co-operation between parliamentarians and peoples of the two countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dairy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/dairy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss issues of interest on the dairy industry and ensure parliamentarians are fully briefed on developments or potential issues within the dairy supply chain.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dalits
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dalits.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To draw attention to the discrimination against Dalits (the former untouchables) wherever it occurs and support attempts to eliminate it.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/dance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote dance as an art form and physical activity amongst Parliamentarians and policy makers and the unique and important role it has to play in education, health and wellbeing, community cohesion, social mobility and diversity. To support and build resilience for the sector and its workforce for the long term, including in particular for freelancers and independent artists.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Dark Skies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dark-skies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the importance of preserving our ability to see a dark sky at night; promote the adoption of dark sky friendly lighting and planning policies; protect existing UK Dark Sky reserves and support potential new reserves; and collaborate with overseas groups such as the International Dark Sky Association.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: Darts
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/darts.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the sport of darts and support its continued development, as well as to inform and educate members of both Houses of Parliament and the wider public about the contribution of the sport to personal development, communities and charitable causes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Data Analytics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/data-analytics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To disseminate knowledge, generate debate and facilitate engagement on data analytics amongst Members of both Houses of Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Data Poverty
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/data-poverty.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring parliamentarians together with regulators and internet providers to build support for social tariff broadband products, and explore long-term solutions to data poverty in Britain.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Death Penalty
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/death-penalty.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To campaign for the abolition of the death penalty in all circumstances and to raise awareness of death penalty cases.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Deaths Abroad, Consular Services and Assistance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/deaths-abroad-consular-services-and-assistance.htm

purpose:
To improve Foreign and Commonwealth Office consular services and assistance, including the process for bereaved families who have had loved ones murdered abroad, die abroad in suspicious circumstances, missing abroad, or in jail abroad.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Debt and Personal Finance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/debt-and-personal-finance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for MPs and peers to discuss debt and personal finance issues; to monitor legislative and other developments in this area; and to provide an opportunity for liaison between members and consumer organisations with an interest in these issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Defence and Security Issues
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/defence-and-security-issues.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore short or long-term issues which potentially could require responses from the UK’s armed forces, blue light services, security and intelligence communities, industry or the civil power, alone, in coalitions or through membership of international bodies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: Deliberative Democracy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/deliberative-democracy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the understanding and spread of deliberative democracy, including the greater use of citizens assemblies, citizens conventions and citizens juries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dementia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dementia.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of dementia among parliamentarians and to influence legislation and policy making in order to improve the lives of people with dementia and their carers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-11-24
id: Democracy and Human Rights in the Gulf
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
purpose: To protect and promote human rights and democracy in Gulf countries.
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/democracy-and-human-rights-in-the-gulf.htm


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Democracy and the Constitution
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/democracy-and-the-constitution.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To disseminate knowledge, generate debate, and facilitate engagement on democratic and constitutional issues amongst members of both houses of Parliament and the public.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Democratic Republic of Congo
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/democratic-republic-of-congo.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote bilateral trade and diplomatic relations and interests between the United Kingdom and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dentistry and Oral Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dentistry-and-oral-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To act as a forum for dental and oral health issues in parliament, and to work to raise the profile of dentistry, highlighting the views of both patients and the profession.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Design and Innovation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/design-and-innovation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the exchange of knowledge and understanding between Parliament and the design industry and innovation communities, helping to raise the profile of design both inside and outside of Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Devolution
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/devolution.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party parliamentary space for an open discussion on the need for a UK-wide devolution settlement.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Diabetes
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/diabetes.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
MPs and peers with a special interest in the issue of diabetes. The APPG engages with parliamentarians, people living with diabetes, health professionals and experts to share information, hold events and to ensure diabetes remains high on the political agenda.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Digital Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/digital-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Connects Parliament with the health system, industry, academia, third sector organisations and civil society to stimulate public debate and inform policy making on the use of data and digital technologies in delivering health services, supporting citizens to live healthy lives and supporting the UK economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Digital Identity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/digital-identity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Digital ID issues by providing a forum for briefings and discussion. The group will address how Digital ID systems and techniques affect consumers and businesses and its role in the smooth working of the UK economy and society. The group will promote inclusion and understanding for non-specialists.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Digital Skills
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/digital-skills.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians, educators  and employers to promote the importance of digital skills and to encourage a greater understanding of digital skills for personal, educational and career development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Disability
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/disability.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work on all-party basis within Parliament for the interests of all disabled people, their families, friends and carers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: District Councils
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/district-councils.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work to promote the interests of district councils, support closer working with parliamentarians and to raise awareness of the opportunities for districts in shaping the evolving local government agenda.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: Diversity and Inclusion in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/diversity-and-inclusion-in-science-technology-engineering-and-maths.htm

purpose:
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Diversity and Inclusion in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) aims to promote the inclusion and progression of people from diverse backgrounds in STEM, and to encourage  government, parliamentarians, academics, businesses and other stakeholders to work towards a STEM sector that is representative of the population.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Dog Advisory Welfare
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dog-advisory-welfare.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help explore, highlight, discuss, educate, and challenge dog-related activities, legislation, campaigns, petitions, and trends; with the overall aim of improving the health and welfare of the UK's dogs, dog owners, human welfare, and our society in general.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Domestic Abuse
latest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210127/domestic-abuse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure MPs and Peers have access to information about (a) perpetrators of domestic violence and (b) what makes an effective and safe perpetrator programme.  To link MPs and Peers with local programmes, in order to increase their understanding of the above.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: Domestic Violence and Abuse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/domestic-violence-and-abuse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work towards the elimination of domestic violence and abuse, to highlight issues arising for survivors and specialist support services, and to contribute to the development of policy and legislation in this area.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Down Syndrome
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/down-syndrome.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To campaign for equal access and provision to ensure equality and promote respect at all stages of life for people with Down syndrome.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Downstream Energy and Fuels
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/downstream-energy-and-fuels.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will focus on the downstream energy and fuel sector to highlight the role the sector can play in the clean growth energy transition and the net-zero emissions goals. It will highlight the technology improvements required, discuss policy frameworks, and look at opportunities for communities to embrace this transition.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Drones
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/drones.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the use of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) by governments, for domestic and international, military and civilian purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Drones and Modern Conflict
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/drones-and-modern-conflict.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the capabilities and commitments driving contemporary warfare (including working by, with and through partners, use of drones and technological capabilities, and increase in covert operations) which are outpacing conventional oversight mechanisms and safeguarding regimes, and resulting in rising civilian casualties worldwide.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Drugs, Alcohol and Justice
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/drugs-alcohol-and-justice.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a policy forum for frontline drug and alcohol treatment sector providers and interested parliamentarians with a focus on evidence-based harm reduction, treatment and recovery. We believe in evidence, not prejudice, in policy – and treatment, not punishment, in practice.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-10-23
id: Durham University
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/durham-university.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To facilitate discussion between Durham University, parliamentarians and other interested parties; to build a bridge between academia and policy-making, highlighting the research and teaching excellence at Durham University and how that might help inform policy challenges in County Durham, the North East and beyond.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Dying Well
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dying-well.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote excellence in palliative care and stand against the legalisation of doctor assisted suicide.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Dyslexia and Other Specific Learning Difficulties
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/dyslexia-and-other-specific-learning-difficulties.htm

purpose:
To understand Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties and the need to keep government appraised of the situation in schools, education and in general in the UK.  The group will also look at what statutory and non-statutory bodies are achieving in this field. The aim is to achieve a dyslexia friendly society by enabling individuals with dyslexia to achieve their potential across all ages and sectors of society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-10-23
id: Dyspraxia
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/dyspraxia.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Dyspraxia/DCD and Neuro diverse conditions and its impact on those with the condition.  To share ideas, and act as a link between parliament and organisations and charities involved with this issue.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: East Coast Main Line
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/east-coast-main-line.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To campaign on securing investment for one of the UK's most strategic rail routes; on improving passenger experience, capacity and reliability; and on shorter journey times - as well as on the economic growth that could be unlocked in the areas the East Coast Main Line serves.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: East Midlands
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/east-midlands.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together MPs and Peers from across the East Midlands region, in coordination with leaders in local government, commerce and civil society, to identify priorities for development and maximise future investment in the region, to the benefit of all its communities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: East of England
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/east-of-england.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together east of England's MPs and Peers with elected local leaders - and the private and third sectors - to give a strong political voice for policies which support the east of England's economy and promote its potential as a place to work, study, live and invest.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Eating Disorders
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/eating-disorders.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve policy, in particular improving access and treatment for people affected by eating disorders and measures that support prevention and early intervention.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Education Technology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/education-technology.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To review the use of digital technology in delivering remote and classroom learning; identify how high-quality digital teaching and learning can be delivered at scale; examine how technologies can increase access to Further and Higher Education opportunities; and provide a platform for collaboration between parliamentarians, educators and research bodies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Egypt
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/egypt.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To strengthen relations between British and Egyptian parliamentarians and promote British-Egyptian relations amongst both chambers of the UK Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Electoral Campaigning Transparency
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/electoral-campaigning-transparency.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To evaluate current UK electoral campaigning laws, interviewing experts and practitioners in the field, producing the evidence base for recommendations that ensure electoral campaigning laws are fit for purpose in the modern era.  In reconstitution the APPG's aim is to secure those recommendations in parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Electoral Reform
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/electoral-reform.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To build alliances, strengthen parliamentary work towards proportional representation and broader electoral reform in the UK, and develop the evidence base.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Electric Aviation
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/electric-aviation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group will champion UK aviation with a view to developing the world’s first British built hybrid electric passenger plane and will seek to influence government policy to ensure that strategic directions are relevant to meeting all the Flight path 2050 and Jet Zero consortium targets.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Electric Vehicles
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/electric-vehicles.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To engage parliamentarians interested in electric vehicles by considering issues relating to manufacturing, energy supply and infrastructure requirements amongst others.  The group will also consider the impacts of automated vehicles and other forms of electric mobility by bringing together manufacturers, businesses and experts to promote awareness and debate future policy options.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Endometriosis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/endometriosis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of endometriosis and investigate how those who suffer from the condition can receive the support they need.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Energy Costs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/energy-costs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote evidence-based discussion on all aspects of energy costs; to inform energy policy decisions and to enable communications between interested parties and relevant parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Engineering
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/engineering.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To enthuse and inspire school children about opportunities for a career in engineering through discussions with prominent engineers, parliamentarians and young engineers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Entrepreneurship
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/entrepreneurship.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage, support and promote entrepreneurship. Also ensures that parliament is kept up to date on what is needed to create and sustain the most favourable conditions for entrepreneurship.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Environment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/environment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To strengthen the influence of parliamentarians on public policy and public debate on the environment, and to assist parliamentarians by improving their access to specialist information.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Environmental, Social, and Governance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/environmental-social-and-governance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To act as the forum for business, government, and the consumer to discuss issues of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ES&G) and to drive forward measures which will ensure a sustainable, responsible, and successful UK economy


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Epilepsy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/epilepsy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of epilepsy among parliamentarians and to engage with individuals and organisations in supporting the promotion of the needs of the epilepsy community.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-10-06
id: Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity Professionals
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/equality-diversity-and-inclusivity-professionals.htm

purpose:
To advance equality, diversity and inclusivity (EDI) in government policy considerations from those in EDI roles. To ensure the knowledge and expertise of EDI professionals is nationally recognised to support improvements in the delivery of services and work relations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Equipment for Disabled Children
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/equipment-for-disabled-children.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To remove barriers that prevent disabled and terminally ill children from receiving the right equipment at the right time. Working across parliament and with health and social care professionals, decision makers and families to inform and shine a light on best practice.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Erasmus
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/erasmus.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To protect the cohesive exchange of staff, students and apprentices across borders. To work across parliament, the public and private sector to champion the opportunity for students and staff to study and work abroad, whilst ensuring that the UK remains an attractive place for international students.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Eritrea
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/eritrea.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the human rights abuses that are taking place in Eritrea; to examine and debate how the human rights situation in the country might be improved; and to raise matters of concern with, and make representations to, government and other policy makers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Estonia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/estonia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote good relations between Britain and Estonia and specifically to facilitate contact between parliamentarians and other representative bodies in both countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ethics and Sustainability in Fashion
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ethics-and-sustainability-in-fashion.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To focus on both the ethical and environmental aspects of the fashion industry. Addressing climate change, environmental impacts, social justice, workers' rights, sustainable business models and transparency, the APPG will address the issues and impacts facing the sector with long-term and far reaching sustainable solutions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ethiopia and Djibouti
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ethiopia-and-djibouti.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote knowledge of, and interest in, Ethiopia and Djibouti; to maintain good relations with those countries; and for connected purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: Eurovision Song Contest
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/eurovision-song-contest.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To foster relations between the UK and participants in the Eurovision Song Contest, promote the music industry, and support the performing arts.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Events
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/events.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Cross-party group made up of members from both Houses which acts as a voice in Parliament for the UK’s vital £84 billion world-leading events sector.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Excluded UK
latest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/200807/excluded-uk.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To find solutions for those who have been excluded from Government Support Schemes during the Coronavirus pandemic.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Explosive Threats
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/explosive-threats.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To consider the humanitarian consequences of explosive weapons and the assistance needed by victims of explosive violence. Through research and inquiry advocate for appropriate policy change, act as a focal point for debate and exchange of ideas, views and information.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Extraordinary Rendition
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/extraordinary-rendition.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine extraordinary rendition and related issues, in response to allegations of British involvement in the extraordinary rendition programme.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
id: Extreme Poverty
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/extreme-poverty.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a focal point in the UK parliament for discussion on extreme poverty. To convene key stakeholders working towards the eradication of extreme poverty. To provide practical recommendations for the UK government to tackle extreme poverty.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fair Business Banking
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fair-business-banking.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To identify the failings within the financial service sector and work with industry, regulators and businesses to encourage and promote positive proposals for change.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Fair Fuel for UK Motorists and UK Hauliers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fair-fuel-for-uk-motorists-and-uk-hauliers.htm

purpose:
To represent major issues that impact on UK drivers, from motorists to hauliers. Notably current fuel taxation, congestion charges, ULEZ/CAZs, parking costs, roads investment, fairer treatment for carbon based fuelled vehicle owners, solutions to lower emissions, cleaner fuel incentives, alternative technology options and transparent pricing at the fuel pumps. The APPG will also formulate a long term approach to the future of road taxation and a positive road transport strategy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fairs and Showgrounds
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/fairs-and-showgrounds.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help the industry in convening meetings with government departments who are introducing legislation to change existing legislation to the detriment of the fairs and showgrounds industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fairtrade
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fairtrade.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote fairtrade within parliament; to deepen the relationship between local fairtrade organisations and parliamentarians and to further raise awareness of the importance of fairtrade.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Faith and Society
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/faith-and-society.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the contribution to society by faith-based organisations, to identify best practice, and to promote understanding of the groups providing innovative solutions around the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Falkland Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/falkland-islands.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To support the Falkland Islanders' right to self-determination, maintain a strong link between Parliament and the Falkland Islands, and support the Falkland Islands and their economic development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Family Business
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/family-business.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and facilitate communication and understanding between the UK family business sector and members of both houses.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Farming
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/farming.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will allow Members to learn more about the world of British Farming. Through engagements and visits to an array of sites across the industry, the APPG will encourage parliamentarians to develop greater understanding and appreciation for the vital role that farming plays to our nation’s health and economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fatherhood
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fatherhood.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG for Fatherhood promotes the wellbeing of children by ensuring that legal and policy frameworks keep up with the changing nature of family life and that legislation encourages active and responsible fatherhood.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Film and Broader Screen
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/film-and-broader-screen.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To enhance understanding of and promotion of the British film industry, film culture and the wider moving image in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Film and Production Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211229/film-and-production-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support the resilience and relevance of the film and production industry In the UK for audiences, society and industry, and engage parliamentarians to showcase the importance of the film and production industry at an international, national and local level .


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Financial Education for Young People
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/financial-education-for-young-people.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians and organisations to discuss the current provision of financial education in schools, further education and higher education, and ensure that all young people - regardless of background - are equipped to make informed financial decisions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Financial Markets and Services
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/financial-markets-and-services.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide parliamentarians with a unique forum for briefings and constructive debate on issues relating to the financial sector with senior city practitioners, advisors, economists and academics.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Financial Resilience
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/financial-resilience.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore factors impacting people’s financial resilience and wellbeing. The group will investigate financial safety nets, looking in particular at the middle income group, focusing on the policy issues affecting people’s ability to cope with financial shocks in the immediate term, and their future financial preparedness.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Financial Technology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/financial-technology.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a progressive forum for parliamentarians to discuss the challenges and opportunities relating to the growth and competitiveness of the Financial Technology (FinTech) industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-10-23
id: Fire Safety and Rescue
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fire-safety-and-rescue.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To meet and consider important fire safety and rescue issues with appropriate specialists in these fields, consulting wider with other related agencies to create a safer built environment; contributing to fire safety events both inside and outside Parliament, whilst raising issues of concern to government through its ministers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: First Do No Harm
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/first-do-no-harm.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of and build support for the recommendations in 'First Do No Harm', the report of the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review, and to ensure the implementation of the recommendations by the UK government and others.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fisheries
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fisheries.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and support the UK fishing industry in Parliament, whilst exploring key questions for the future of fishing, processing, coastal communities and the marine environment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fit and Healthy Childhood
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fit-and-healthy-childhood.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote evidence-based discussion and produce reports on all aspects of childhood health and wellbeing including obesity; to inform policy decisions and public debate relating to childhood and to enable communications between interested parties and relevant parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Flags and Heraldry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/flags-and-heraldry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the flying of the Union Flag and flags associated with the UK, British territories, dependencies, the Commonwealth, heraldry, British symbols and related issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Flood Prevention
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/flood-prevention.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss and further flood prevention across the UK, and minimise the impact of flooding on members of the public and British businesses.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Food Banks
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/food-banks.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians from all parties with an interest in and commitment to ending the need for food banks; discussing the solutions that are needed; making recommendations to the relevant government departments that are key to ending the need for food banks.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Food and Drink
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/food-and-drink.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To act as the voice of food and drink in parliament. The Group serves to raise the profile of the food and drink industry, allowing MPs and Peers to explore issues affecting the industry through a programme of events, topical discussions, and site visits.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Food and Drink Supply Chain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/food-and-drink-supply-chain.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentary discussions on the issues surrounding the food and drink supply chain, celebrating its critical role in daily life, whilst providing evidence based solutions informing policy decisions around the supply of food and drink to the public and private sectors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Food and Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/food-and-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote understanding of food and health issues in Parliament, including advice on diet and nutrition.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Football
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/football.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To hold meetings for parliamentarians about football issues and raise matters of importance with the football authorities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Football Supporters
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/football-supporters.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To represent the interests of match-going football fans and to support the aims and objectives of the Football Supporters' Association.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Foreign Affairs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/foreign-affairs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the importance of foreign affairs; to inform and stimulate debate on issues of relevance; and to introduce parliamentarians to experts and practitioners in the field.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Forestry and Tree Planting
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/forestry-and-tree-planting.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
A successful forestry and wood-processing sector is positive for the economy, environment, biodiversity, recreation and health. But its future is under threat unless urgent action is taken. The sector needs a secure supply of timber and woodlands must be managed responsibly. The APPG will help tackle both of these issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Foster Care Work
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/foster-care-work.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
This group aims to support foster care workers in their demand for a central register, workers' rights and collective bargaining.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-11-24
id: Fourth Industrial Revolution
latest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210421/fourth-industrial-revolution.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support and promote the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in Parliament and encourage government, parliament, academia and the private sector, and other stakeholders, to engage with 4IR-related issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Fracking
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/fracking.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore and debate legislation, policy, regulation and data regarding shale gas exploration and extraction in the UK and abroad.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: France
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/france.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations between both Houses of Parliament and the Assemblée National and Sénat in Paris.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Frozen British Pensions
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/frozen-british-pensions.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentary supporters of the case to unfreeze British state pensions overseas and to campaign for reform.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Fruit, Vegetable and Horticulture
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/fruit-vegetable-and-horticulture.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and understanding of the domestic horticulture industry and be the voice of fruit, vegetable and horticultural growers both inside and outside parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Fuel Poverty and Energy Efficiency
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fuel-poverty-and-energy-efficiency.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To maintain awareness in Parliament of fuel poverty issues; to monitor and comment on progress against government targets across the UK to eradicate fuel poverty; to advocate policies that deliver affordable warmth for low income and vulnerable households with emphasis on improved domestic energy efficiency and efficient heating systems.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Furniture Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/furniture-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the furniture industry and to publicise and promote the industry in the UK in order to protect jobs and investment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Further Education and Lifelong Learning
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/further-education-and-lifelong-learning.htm

purpose:
To promote and develop the interests of further education, adult learning, skills sectors and to advise government ministers on matters of concern to those sectors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Fusion Energy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/fusion-energy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform the present status of research. The APPG will look at how to maximise UK industry income and export potential; how fusion can benefit from government investment; how fusion fits into the new research landscape under UKRI; and how to to fully exploit the synergies between fusion research and advanced nuclear fission technologies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Future Generations
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/future-generations.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create space for cross-party dialogue on combating short-termism and to identify ways to internalise concern for future generations into today's policy making.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Future of Aviation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/future-of-aviation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote policies that allow the UK's aviation, travel and tourism industries to recover from the impacts of COVID-19 and to call for the government to support and protect these industries and the jobs that they provide as vital parts of our national economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Future of Retail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/future-of-retail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum for parliamentarians to promote the value of the retail sector in collaboration with industry, to explore policy trends, develop support for the sector, maintain dialogue with government and engage stakeholders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Future of Work
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/future-of-work.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To advance (i) understanding and discussion about the impacts of technology on work (ii) dialogue and collaboration between government, business, unions, academics and civil society and (iii) practical solutions in response to key challenges and opportunities aimed at shaping a future of better work across the UK


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Game and Wildlife Conservation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/game-and-wildlife-conservation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for discussion of science-based game and wildlife conservation policies in the countryside.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Gardening and Horticulture
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/gardening-and-horticulture.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and facilitate communication and understanding between representatives of the world of gardening and horticulture and Members of both Houses.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/genocide-and-crimes-against-humanity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Providing parliamentarians with the information to act together to prevent genocides and crimes against humanity; learning from past genocides; supporting victims of genocides and crimes against humanity; promoting active peace building.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Geographically Protected Foods
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/geographically-protected-foods.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and protect the British foods that have shaped and built our culture and communities, and in particular to strengthen and defend the geographical indicator designation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Germany
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/germany.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote mutual understanding and good relations between the UK and Germany and to facilitate meetings and contacts between parliamentarians of both countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Get Refusal
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/get-refusal.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and promote the needs of women trapped in Jewish religious marriage and to promote their interests. The group will seek to encourage the exchange of knowledge and understanding between Parliament and all relevant stakeholders and promote policies to address these needs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Global Deforestation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/global-deforestation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum to discuss and promote greater awareness of the impacts of global deforestation, for communities, the climate, for nature and human rights. The group will consider the UK's role in contributing to global deforestation, as well as considering UK and international approaches to addressing global deforestation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-10-10
id: Global Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/global-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise greater awareness of the factors affecting education in developing countries, and the government's obligations to help meet international goals for education for all. To work with all parties, international development organisations, education stakeholders (including unions) both nationally and internationally, to help secure a good quality education for all.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Global Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/global-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a parliamentary platform to identify and debate global health issues and concerns, raise the profile of global health within Parliament and government, and to prepare reports and make recommendations as appropriate.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-05-20
id: Global Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT+) Rights
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that global lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) issues are permanently part of the government’s agenda and the wider national conversation about human rights and equality, raised by well-briefed and motivated parliamentarians both nationally and internationally.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Global Security and Non-Proliferation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/global-security-and-non-proliferation.htm

purpose:
To exchange information and increase understanding of arms control, security and non-proliferation issues among British parliamentarians in particular, with the expectation that a more informed debate will have a positive impact on Britain's contribution to international disarmament and stability.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Governance and Inclusive Leadership
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/governance-and-inclusive-leadership.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the issue of inclusive leadership and governance in all areas of society with the aim of tackling the barriers prohibiting people from visible minorities from achieving positions of power and influence throughout the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Greater Manchester
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/greater-manchester.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring MPs and peers of all parties together with key leaders - the Mayor and those in local government, the private and voluntary sector, and social enterprise - to help maximise future investment in the region for the benefit of all the communities of Greater Manchester.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Greece
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/greece.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
Furthering relations between the British parliament and the Greek parliament and all related activities to enhance the relationship between the UK and Greece.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Green Deal Misselling
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/green-deal-misselling.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To gather evidence from constituents who have been missold home improvements such as solar panels or insulation from rogue traders operating under the Green Deal.  The group aims to find solutions for affected constituents and to prevent similar problems occurring under the new Green Deal.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Green New Deal
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/green-new-deal.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party platform for the development of a transformative Green New Deal for the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Greenland
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/greenland.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To strengthen the UK-Greenland relationship on matters political, economic, social, cultural and scientific. To raise greater awareness about Greenland within the UK and promote closer cooperation with the Greenlandic parliament (The Inatsisarsut).


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Greyhound
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/greyhound.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise parliamentary awareness of issues relating to the greyhound industry.  To promote the sport and related welfare issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Gypsies, Travellers and Roma
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/gypsies-travellers-and-roma.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians concerned about issues facing Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities and seek to address these issues and challenge inequalities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: HIV and AIDS
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hiv-and-aids.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To fight for the rights of people living with HIV and work to ensure all people living with HIV are able to access affordable medicines and a decent quality of life, free from stigma, discrimination and fear.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Hadrian's Wall
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hadrians-wall.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the 150 mile long UNESCO world heritage site and associated tourism outside of the north-east region; and to explore ways of increasing the importance of Hadrian's wall as an economic and cultural asset for every part of its route across the north-east and Cumbria.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/haemophilia-and-contaminated-blood.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote awareness of, and campaign for, people with haemophilia and other bleeding disorders and people infected with blood-borne viruses due to contaminated blood and blood products used in their healthcare treatment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Hairdressing, Barbering and Cosmetology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hairdressing-barbering-and-cosmetology.htm

purpose:
To promote the role of qualified, professional hairdressers and barbers, and facilitate an informed debate amongst parliamentarians regarding all aspects of the industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Haiti
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/haiti.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster greater bilateral relations between the UK and Haiti; to facilitate a space for parliamentarians to exchange views and information about Haiti on different areas; and to contribute to further Haiti's long-term development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Hajj and Umrah
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hajj-and-umrah.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To establish facts about the UK Hajj and Umrah sectors, promote and enable an industry led partnership with government to set minimum standards and good practice for Hajj and Umrah services sold in the UK, promote active and precautionary health and wellbeing, and have appropriate consular and other support services.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Hate Crime
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hate-crime.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore the challenges and impacts of all forms of hate crime and help develop and seek implementation of effective public policy to combat all forms of hate crime.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Hazaras
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hazaras.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
In recognising the persecution and other atrocities committed against Hazaras, the group will work towards protecting and enhancing the human rights and status of Hazaras around the world.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum that brings together parliamentarians and senior health leaders to discuss key issues on the NHS, health reform and future trends.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Health and the Natural Environment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/health-and-the-natural-environment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the physical health and mental wellbeing benefits to people of all ages that come from access to and connection with the natural environment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Health in all Policies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/health-in-all-policies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group examines the effects of all national public policy on the health of the UK population with an emphasis on health inequalities between different population groups. It provides a discussion forum for parliamentarians and acts as a source of well-evidenced information on social, health and public health issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-10-10
id: Healthcare Infrastructure
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/healthcare-infrastructure.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the importance of high-quality healthcare infrastructure to support the NHS in meeting the demands of the future, including post-pandemic care.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Healthy Homes and Buildings
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/healthy-homes-and-buildings.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together MPs and Peers of all parties together with policy makers, business leaders and industry experts to highlight the health and cost benefits which can be derived from constructing our buildings and homes to the highest levels of comfort, safety and energy efficiency.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Heart Valve Disease
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/heart-valve-disease.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase the awareness of heart valve disease in the UK and improve the number of diagnoses and treatments, by raising the visibility of the condition within Parliament, and ensuring there is active political interrogation into the optimal care and treatment of patients.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Heathrow Expansion and Regional Connectivity
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/heathrow-expansion-and-regional-connectivity.htm

purpose:
To examine issues relating to the proposed expansion of Heathrow Airport and the impacts on regional connectivity.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Heritage Rail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/heritage-rail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To brief parliamentarians about heritage railways, the contribution they make to their local and regional economies and the skills training opportunities involved.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Historic Counties
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/historic-counties.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the importance of the historic counties of the United Kingdom to our history, heritage, and culture; to promote their use as the standard general-purpose geography for the whole of the UK; and to further encourage their use as a basis for social, sporting, and cultural activities and organisations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Hockey
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/hockey.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the sport of hockey in parliament, support the sport's growth and increase general participation in hockey.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Holiday Parks and Campsites
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/holiday-parks-and-campsites.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine key issues, opportunities and challenges facing holiday parks and campsites across the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: Holocaust Memorial
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/holocaust-memorial.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote holocaust memorial and education in parliament; and to support the establishment of a holocaust memorial and learning centre.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Homelessness
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/homelessness.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians of all parties with an interest in and commitment to ending homelessness; focus on all types of homelessness and differing solutions needed; make recommendations for the work of a wide range of departments who are key to ending homelessness.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-11-05
id: Hong Kong
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hong-kong.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote democracy and the rule of law, and to defend human rights in Hong Kong, to share information about Hong Kong, to nurture relations between the United Kingdom and the people of Hong Kong; and to provide a welcome to Hongkongers coming to the United Kingdom.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Honour Based Abuse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/honour-based-abuse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To debate and scrutinise issues relating to honour based abuse. To raise awareness of honour based abuse with a view to attempting to expose and eradicate such practices in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Hormone Pregnancy Tests
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hormone-pregnancy-tests.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of families affected by the use of the drug ‘Primodos’ and call for the implementation of recommendations in the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Horse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/horse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the welfare of horses (including all equines, horse riders and users) and matters affecting the horse industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Hospice and End of Life Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hospice-and-end-of-life-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and promote the needs of adults and children living with terminal or life-limiting conditions, and their families and carers, in parliament; and to promote person-centred, evidence-based policies to improve end of life care in all settings, including hospices, hospitals, care homes, and in people's own homes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Hospitality, Events and Major Food and Drink Businesses in Wales
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hospitality-events-and-major-food-and-drink-businesses-in-wales.htm

purpose:
To inform members of the innovations, markets, trading and other economic activity of the sectors involved; to help raise awareness of the economic value of the sectors to Wales and to offer support, where possible, to the businesses and their employees to help the promotion of job retention, future growth and sustainability.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Housing Market and Housing Delivery
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/housing-market-and-housing-delivery.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform and stimulate debate on relevant areas of policy affecting the UK housing market; to promote the importance of the delivery of new homes across all tenures; and to introduce parliamentarians to those involved in delivering housing and other experts and practitioners in the field.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Housing and Care for Older People
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/housing-and-care-for-older-people.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote discussion and set the agenda for developing better, more joined up housing care for older people, promising greater choices in later life.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Housing and Planning
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/housing-and-planning.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss issues arising from housing and planning policy, primarily the delivery of housing, infrastructure and placemaking via the planning system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Housing and Social Mobility
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/housing-and-social-mobility.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion social housing providers that support communities to secure meaningful employment. To examine evidence led insights into the role that government, housing providers and stakeholders can play to best support social housing tenants and communities to access long-term, rewarding employment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Housing in the North
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/housing-in-the-north.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Provides a forum for parliamentarians to discuss and advance housing and related policy across the three northern regions and seeks to ensure the needs and ambitions of northern communities are addressed in housing policy development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Human Microbiome
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/human-microbiome.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the role of the human microbiome, especially of the gut, in physical and mental health and its potential to prevent many disorders and improve or slow others;  inform debate about how this will save money for the Treasury and NHS; and enable communications between interested parties and relevant parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Human Rights
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/human-rights.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of international human rights issues within Parliament and to investigate and publicise human rights abuses occurring.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/human-trafficking-and-modern-slavery.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the scale and effects of human trafficking into the UK and EU; to seek solutions to reduce supply and demand and to improve welfare provisions for victims.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Human-Relevant Science
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/human-relevant-science.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together MPs and Peers of all parties to accelerate the development and uptake of human relevant science in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: Hydrogen
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/hydrogen.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to engage with leading businesses and organisations that are working to enable the UK to meet its net-zero targets through implementation of hydrogen projects, and discuss policy options to support these.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: ITV
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/itv.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to consider and discuss the role and contribution of ITV in broadcasting in the UK and regulatory issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Illicit Trade
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/illicit-trade.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To investigate and raise awareness of illicit trade in Britain, support closer working with parliamentarians to bring fresh impetus and ideas to tackling illicit trade and to highlight the impact on local businesses, high streets and communities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Immigration Detention
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/immigration-detention.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness in parliament about immigration detention in the UK and its impacts; to connect parliamentarians with relevant research, organisations and experts, including people with lived experience of detention; and to advocate for evidence-based policy reforms and the welfare of detainees.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Immigration Law and Policy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/immigration-law-and-policy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group will consider some of the regulatory and legislative barriers migrants face and will identify solutions to inform policy makers in the future. The group will also provide opportunities for MPs and immigration lawyers to discuss and work together on key areas of immigration law and policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: Inappropriate Institutional Care of Autistic People and People with Learning Disabilities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/inappropriate-institutional-care-of-autistic-people-and-people-with-learning-disabilities.htm

purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum to discuss the issue of the detention of autistic people and people with learning disabilities in Assessment and Treatment Units (ATUs) and other forms of inappropriate institutional care arrangements and to campaign to reduce the use of ATUs and other forms of inappropriate institutional care arrangements.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Inclusive Entrepreneurship
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/inclusive-entrepreneurship.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that Parliament is fully informed on what is needed to create and sustain the most beneficial conditions for inclusive economic growth. To stimulate, encourage and nurture inclusive entrepreneurship throughout the country, and to engage with entrepreneurs who have protected characteristics, particularly disabled entrepreneurs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Inclusive Growth
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/inclusive-growth.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create a parliamentary space for a high-level dialogue between MPs, peers, businesses, faith groups, trade unions and academics. The goal is to identify how to reconnect wealth creation and social justice.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Independent Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/independent-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to discuss developments in the independent education sector, discuss issues facing the sector, highlight best practice, explore the wider contribution of the sector, share knowledge, and raise matters affecting the sector with government and sector leaders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: India (Trade and Investment)
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/india-trade-and-investment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote trade and investment between India and the UK for the mutual betterment of their citizens, whilst building an inclusive living bridge between the two countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: India Trade and Investment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/india-trade-and-investment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote trade and investment between India and the UK in goods and services to facilitate stronger economic relationships while building a robust living bridge between the two countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Indian Traditional Sciences
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/indian-traditional-sciences.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and facilitate informed discussions on issues concerning all Indian Traditional Sciences practised in the UK and abroad (Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish, Vastu, Unani and Sangeet) for inclusion into the NHS by providing a forum for cross-party parliamentarians, senior policy makers, academics, practitioners, leading community figures and stakeholders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Indo-Pacific
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/indo-pacific.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG aims to supply an overall perspective on the Indo-Pacific region. It will focus on security and will include other matters relating to geo-politics, and their impact globally.  It will also counter any false propaganda and provide information on the region to drive more cooperation between like-minded democracies


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Indonesia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/indonesia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote interest in and understanding of Indonesia among parliamentarians and to be a platform for debate on all issues of mutual interest.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Industrial Heritage
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/industrial-heritage.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the industrial heritage of the United Kingdom and aim to help support British industrial heritage sites in a time of austerity.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Infant Feeding and Inequalities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/infant-feeding-and-inequalities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of infant feeding and allow MPs, peers and policy stakeholders an opportunity to meet regularly to ensure that this topic remains a priority for HM Government with a view to reducing inequalities and improving health.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Infrastructure
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/infrastructure.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the importance of economic infrastructure in the UK amongst parliamentarians, decision makers and industry and to discuss how to ensure society gets the infrastructure it needs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Inheritance and Intergenerational Fairness
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/inheritance-and-intergenerational-fairness.htm

purpose:
To examine the impact the current system of inheritance tax is having on members of the public and identify areas of reform and improvement as well as keep under review the issue of intergenerational fairness and bring forward potential solutions to help solve it.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Innovation Corridor
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/innovation-corridor.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion the UK Innovation Corridor as one of the most economically productive regions of the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Insurance and Financial Services
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/insurance-and-financial-services.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine issues of interest to the insurance and broader financial sectors, especially where there are legislative or regulatory implications.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Intellectual Property
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/intellectual-property.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To debate and highlight the value of intellectual property and the importance of its promotion and protection. The Group meets several times a year on topical issues relating to intellectual property.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Intelligent Energy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/intelligent-energy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop among parliamentarians and key opinion formers a deeper understanding of energy efficiency and sustainable energy technologies and processes through parliamentary activity, public information and broad political debate.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Intensive Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/intensive-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the role and work of intensive care and critical care within the health system and strengthen the understanding of Members about the impact of intensive care on the treatment and recovery of patients.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: International Conservation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/international-conservation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to address wildlife conservation and biodiversity issues affecting our planet including but not limited to ecosystem collapse, species extinctions, land degradation, invasive species, illegal fishing and other threats to the natural world.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: International Freedom of Religion or Belief
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/international-freedom-of-religion-or-belief.htm

purpose:
To raise awareness and profile of international Freedom of Religion or Belief (Article 18, UDHR) as a human right among UK parliamentarians, the media, government and the general public. The group also seeks to increase the effectiveness of the UK's contribution to international institutions charged with enforcing this human right.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: International Relations
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/international-relations.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To foster exemplary practice in international relations between parliamentary agencies, bodies and communities which promote benefits for humanity in a globally connected world.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: International Students
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/international-students.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To recognise the internationalisation and global prominence of UK education; promote the value of international students to UK education, economy and 'soft power'; raise awareness of issues which affect international students and UK education; and provide a platform for collaboration between parliamentarians, international education institutions and professionals and business leaders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: International Trade and Investment
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/international-trade-and-investment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To research and inform debate over how to best to support British exporters of all sizes, and encourage foreign direct investment into the UK. And to promote trade and enable links between parliamentarians, industry and government in the UK and abroad and work closely with trade representatives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Internet, Communications and Technology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To further understanding of policy issues affecting the internet, communications and technology sectors between parliamentarians, the industry, consumer groups, academia and other relevant and diverse stakeholders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Iraq
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/iraq.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To develop friendship and understanding between the Republic of Iraq and the UK, and to promote mutually beneficial economic and political aims.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Ireland and the Irish in Britain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ireland-and-the-irish-in-britain.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote good relations between Ireland and the UK, foster understanding of issues affecting the British-Irish relationship; celebrate links between both countries and their people; and represent and raise issues affecting the Irish community in Britain.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Islamic Finance
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/islamic-finance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To give the Islamic finance industry a voice in parliament; to address issues as they arise such as Sukuk issuances, inclusivity, regulation and taxation whilst positioning the UK as the European hub of Islamic financial services, and also to play a wider role in promoting ethical finance.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Isle of Man (Manx)
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/isle-of-man-manx.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote and foster good relations and co-operation between the Isle of Man and the United Kingdom.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Israel
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/israel.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To create a better understanding of Israel and to foster and promote links between Britain and Israel; to unite parliamentarians from across both Houses who are proud to be friends of Israel; and to make the case for Israel and for Britain's bilateral relationship with the Jewish state.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Issues Affecting Men and Boys
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/issues-affecting-men-and-boys.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of disadvantages and poor outcomes faced by men and boys in education, mental/physical health and law; to influence attitudes, role models, policy and legislation that will lead to positive differences to their well-being and lives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Italy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/italy.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
Furthering relations between the British Parliament and the Italian Parliament and all related activities to enhance the relationship between the UK and Italy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Japan
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/japan.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To develop and improve links between the British and Japanese parliaments and encourage a deeper understanding of their respective cultures.  The APPG also has an important role to play in promoting trade between the two countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
id: Jazz
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/jazz.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage wider and deeper enjoyment of jazz, to increase parliamentarians' understanding of the jazz industry and issues surrounding it, to promote jazz as a musical form and to raise its profile inside and outside Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Jordan
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/jordan.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote interest in and knowledge of Jordan and to establish contacts between parliamentarians of the two countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Kashmir
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kashmir.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To support the right to self-determination of the Kashmiri people through dialogue; to seek support from British parliamentarians; to highlight the abuses of human rights in Kashmir; and to seek justice for the people there.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Key Cities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/key-cities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To offer a forum for parliamentarians to discuss matters of mutual interest across the UK's key cities. The Key Cities organisation is a cross-party initiative whose members are committed to ensuring that all UK cities are placed on a sustainable footing to deliver continued, inclusive economic growth.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Kidney
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kidney.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve understanding in Parliament of kidney disease and transplant medicine and promote improvements in the health and care services that are available to improve the health of people with renal failure.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Kinship Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kinship-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of, and support for, kinship care and kinship carers by amplifying the voices and experiences of children in kinship care and their families. To inform parliamentarians and to promote policy and practice which supports more children to live safely within their family and friends network, when they cannot live with their parents.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Knife Crime and Violence Reduction
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/knife-crime-and-violence-reduction.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To evaluate policies and programmes aimed at reducing knife crime, gain better understanding of its root causes and the wider context of serious violence.  To develop recommendations for new measures at both acute and preventative stages with a view to reducing levels of knife crime, and work with the cross-party Youth Violence Commission.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Kurdistan Region in Iraq
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kurdistan-region-in-iraq.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote friendship and understanding between the peoples and representatives of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq and the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Kurdistan in Turkey and Syria
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kurdistan-in-turkey-and-syria.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
Raising the condition of the Kurdish people in Turkey and Syria; raising awareness of solidarity and engagement for building democratic, free relationships by encouraging dialogue and discussion; supporting efforts of developing and consolidating democracy, peaceful co-existence and harmony in the region; organising cultural and social events, workshops, and seminars to raise awareness of solidarity, development and the needs of the region.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Kuwait
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/kuwait.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations with Kuwait and to build a greater understanding in Parliament of Kuwait and its role in the Middle East region.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Lancashire
latest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220323/lancashire.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring MPs and peers of all parties together with leaders in every tier of government, the private and voluntary sectors, to help promote the region and maximise investment for the benefit of all the communities of Lancashire.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Land Value Capture
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/land-value-capture.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work in partnership with national and local government departments, land developers and others to create a forum for parliamentarians and interested stakeholders to discuss and develop innovative proposals to capture increases in land value, for the public benefit.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Latin America
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/latin-america.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations between parliamentarians from Britain and parliamentarians from Latin American countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Latvia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/latvia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster and promote good relations between Latvia and the UK and strengthen its bilateral relationship, especially as 2021 marks 100 years of Latvian independence.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-10-06
id: Lawyers and Judges at Risk Globally
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/lawyers-and-judges-at-risk-globally.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the challenges faced by lawyers and judges around the world and seek comprehensive responses to these issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Lead Ammunition
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/lead-ammunition.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise parliamentary awareness of the negative impacts of lead ammunition use on human and animal health, wildlife conservation and the wider environment and to press for solutions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Learning Disability
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/learning-disability.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To look at the issues facing people with a learning disability and their families. The group looks at the key issues of the day, across areas including health, social care, education, employment and benefits.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Leasehold and Commonhold Reform
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/leasehold-and-commonhold-reform.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To consider matters relating to leasehold and commonhold legislation and regulation. Reduce opportunities for exploitation and improve cladding. Review the leasehold property Tribunal as a low-cost forum for disputes and redress including leasehold insurance and service charges which fall outside FCA regulation. Meet with and monitor government departments and publicly funded bodies working on leasehold.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Legal Aid
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/legal-aid.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group brings together members of the House of Lords and the House of Commons with the singular purpose to discuss issues relating to legal aid.  The group meets regularly when parliament is sitting to discuss topics that are important in the legal aid sector and to hear from those that work within it.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Legal and Constitutional Affairs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/legal-and-constitutional-affairs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and build understanding of legal and constitutional issues, and provide a source of debate and expertise on these subjects.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Levelling up Birmingham
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/levelling-up-birmingham.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To advocate for Birmingham’s levelling up strategy by engaging with key stakeholders in both the public and private sector to secure the powers, resources, and system change required to create prosperity across the city, at the start of a golden decade of opportunity.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Libraries, Information and Knowledge
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/libraries-information-and-knowledge.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To focus on the contribution of knowledge, information and libraries to the UK’s social, economic and industrial development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Liechtenstein
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/liechtenstein.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations between parliamentarians of both countries and better mutual understanding of each.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Life Sciences
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/life-sciences.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and understanding of the valuable contribution the life sciences sector provides to the health and wealth of the nation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-10-12
id: Light Rail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/light-rail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage, promote and develop light rail, trams and ultra-light rail and environs, its benefits as a mode of transport and a central tool by modal switch etc in the climate change emergency.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Limits to Growth
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/limits-to-growth.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create the space for cross-party dialogue on environmental and social limits to growth; to assess the evidence for such limits, identify the risks and build support for appropriate responses; and to contribute to the international debate on redefining prosperity.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Listed Properties
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/listed-properties.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To speak up for listed properties in the UK and raise awareness in parliament of the role played by their owners in protecting the nation's heritage; and to advocate policies that support owners in preserving listed properties, including tax and planning reform.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Literacy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/literacy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion the fight to improve public understanding of the vital importance and impact of literacy and to ensure parliamentary knowledge and support for the latest research, policy and best practice in the field of literacy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Liver Disease and Liver Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/liver-disease-and-liver-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of liver disease and liver cancer with parliamentarians and government and to advocate for improvements in policy to secure better outcomes and care for liver disease and liver cancer patients.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Liver Health
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/liver-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote discussion of liver disease, including its major causes of viral hepatitis, alcohol and obesity, and to raise matters of concern with, and make representations to, government and other policy makers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-10-10
id: Liverpool City Region
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/liverpool-city-region.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring MPs and Peers of all parties together with key leaders, including the Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor and those in local government, the private sector and social enterprise, to help maximise future investment in the wider City Region for the benefit of all its local communities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-02-13
id: Loan Charge
latest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210421/loan-charge.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise concerns about the 2019 Loan Charge, which will affect thousands of freelance, contract and locum workers in the UK as well as the wider context of fairness of tax legislation and the conduct of Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Loan Charge and Taxpayer Fairness
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/loan-charge-and-taxpayer-fairness.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise concerns about the Loan Charge and associated tax laws which affects thousands of freelance, contract and locum workers in the UK, as well as the wider context of fairness of tax legislation and the conduct of His Majesty's Revenue and Customs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Local Authority Pension Funds
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/local-authority-pension-funds.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss the issues and concerns of local authority pension funds and the work of the Local Authority Pension Fund Forum.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Local Democracy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/local-democracy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the virtues of exiting forms of first tier local authorities; to inform policy making and initiatives affecting first tier local authorities; and to stimulate debate on models of community governance.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Local Government
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/local-government.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss issues of interest and concern to parliamentarians and councillors about local government.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: London
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/london.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote London in the interests of all its people, places and businesses as a global city and powerhouse of the national economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: London as a Global City
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/london-as-a-global-city.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will bring together parliamentarians and London business to promote awareness of the vital role London plays as the UK’s global city and the policies needed to support this position. It will encourage investment in London’s continued success for the benefit of Global Britain’s reputation and competitiveness.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: London's Planning and Built Environment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/londons-planning-and-built-environment.htm

purpose:
To debate the key issues facing the changing shape of London, from quality housing delivery, to the changing shape of the skyline, to affordability of living and work spaces, bringing together MPs and Peers from across the political parties to help shape a better city in a period of major growth.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Loneliness
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/loneliness.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive forward cross-party work among parliamentarians to influence legislation and policy making in order to reduce loneliness and build on the work of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Longevity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/longevity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To address the socioeconomic, cultural, scientific and technological issues relating to our ageing demographic and to promote living healthier and longer lives. The APPG's mission is to meet the government goal of five more years of healthy life expectancy by 2035 while minimising health inequalities (‘HLE + 5’).


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Looked After Children and Care Leavers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/looked-after-children-and-care-leavers.htm

purpose:
To promote the voice of care-experienced children and young people, in order to promote first-class government policy for children in care and care leavers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Luxembourg
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/luxembourg.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To consolidate and strengthen cultural, economic, political and social ties between the United Kingdom and Luxembourg and foster positive relations now the United Kingdom has left the European Union.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Magnitsky Sanctions
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/magnitsky-sanctions.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of human rights and anti-corruption sanctions within parliament, to examine specific situations where sanctions may be appropriate, and to consider changes to the operation of the UK’s Magnitsky Sanctions legislation to improve its efficiency and impact.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliamentarians of the devastation that malaria and the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) cause. Malaria and many of the NTDs are tractable disease. Suffering from malaria is avoidable. Malaria and many of the NTDs are treatable.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Malawi
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/malawi.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote understanding and awareness among parliamentarians; support positive relations between our countries; and provide a forum for discussion on relevant issues affecting politics, society, culture and the economy in Malawi.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Maldives
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/maldives.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of key issues in the Maldives including environmental, educational, political and social issues and problems facing the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-09-11
id: Malta
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/malta.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations and develop greater understanding of the island of Malta and Maltese nationals living in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Management
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/management.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive UK productivity and social well-being through promoting closer understanding between parliamentarians and UK managers and leaders from across all sectors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Manufacturing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/manufacturing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the exchange of knowledge and understanding between Parliament and the UK's diverse manufacturing industries, helping to raise the profile of manufacturing both inside and outside Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Marine Energy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/marine-energy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the economic, supply chain and energy security benefits from the development of marine energy resources in and around the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Maritime and Ports
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/maritime-and-ports.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for the exchange of views between parliamentarians and leading figures in the shipping, ports and maritime business industries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Maternity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/maternity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve the quality of maternity services, raise awareness of the contribution maternity care can make to public health, and improve support during the first 1000 days of parenthood.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Media Freedom
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/media-freedom.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote media freedom in countries around the world and to strengthen the protection of journalists.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Media Literacy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/media-literacy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Forum for parliamentarians to discuss how to equip young people and wider society with the critical thinking skills needed today. To work with industry, regulators and businesses to put forward positive proposals for change.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Medical Cannabis under Prescription
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/medical-cannabis-under-prescription.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To help secure appropriate access to medical cannabis on the NHS in its various forms including full plant extract containing both CBD and THC in formulations produced to a consistent high quality pharmaceutical grade and manufactured to GMP standard.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Medical Research
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/medical-research.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum and network for parliamentarians with an interest in medical research; to protect and strengthen the UK's world-leading medical research environment by facilitating collaboration between parliamentarians and medical research bodies and providing up-to-date information on developments in medical research, including aspects of public health, the ethics of research and the implications of research findings for society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Medomsley Detention Centre
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/medomsley-detention-centre.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work with victims of the abuse to ensure they get compensation; ensure perpetrators of the abuse receive justice; improve understanding of the circumstances that made abuse possible and allowed it to continue; take a national approach to looking at the abuse, to guarantee all victims are represented.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Menopause
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/menopause.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To tackle the lack of understanding around menopause amongst policymakers, the public and employers. The APPG  will also provide a platform in the heart of Parliament that highlights the issues and challenges around menopause that deserve attention, as well as act as a forum for discussion.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Mersey Dee North Wales
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/mersey-dee-north-wales.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To forge further economic, social and political links in the unique, urban cross-border areas of North Wales, the Wirral and Cheshire West and Chester.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Metaverse and Web 3.0
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/metaverse-and-web-3.0.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
In recognition of the transformative nature of the Metaverse and Web 3 technology with its profound effect on our society and the future of our children, the APPG will consider influence of its application on policy within parliament, industry, and society at large particularly regarding data protection, safeguarding system security as well as user safety.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Mexico
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/mexico.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To keep Mexico on the political agenda of the UK parliament, and to strengthen bilateral  relations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Micromobility
latest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210714/micromobility.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
For micromobility in all of its forms to be understood and embraced as a healthier and more environmentally-friendly way to travel short distances, reducing traffic congestion and pollution. We aim to help shape the future of micromobility to maximise its positive societal and environmental impact.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Microplastics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/microplastics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the effect microplastics have on the environment. The group will also work cross-party with stakeholders to discuss potential policy solutions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Midlands Engine
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/midlands-engine.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together MPs and Peers in the Midlands to promote regional economic growth and development, raising awareness of aims and objectives of the Midlands Engine Partnership and providing a forum to support those ambitions and projects.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Migration
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/migration.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support the emergence of mainstream, progressive policy debate on migration in the UK parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Mindfulness
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/mindfulness.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To review research evidence, current best practice, extent and success of implementation, and potential developments in the application of mindfulness within a range of policy areas, and to develop policy recommendations for government based on these findings.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Minimally Invasive Cancer Therapies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/minimally-invasive-cancer-therapies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive awareness of minimally invasive cancer therapies and to ensure that eligible patients across the UK can have timely access.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Mining and Quarrying
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/mining-and-quarrying.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliamentarians interested in the mining and quarrying industries and their products, i.e. aggregates, cement, concrete, dimension stone, industrial lime, mortar and silica sand.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: Miscarriages of Justice
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/miscarriages-of-justice.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the structural problems within the criminal justice system which result in miscarriages of justice and to provide a forum from which to improve access to justice for those who have been wrongly convicted.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Missing Children and Adults
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/missing-children-and-adults.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness about the issues faced by children and  adults who go missing from home or care and the families they leave behind.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Modern Languages
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/modern-languages.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore the educational, skills-related, employment, competitive and cultural benefits of learning and using languages throughout the UK; to provide a parliamentary forum for information exchange and consultation on languages and linguists; to encourage and support policies and action improving the take-up of languages in schools, further and higher education, in the workplace and in the community.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Montserrat
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/montserrat.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster links between the UK and Montserrat and improve the quality of life of citizens of Montserrat.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Morocco
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/morocco.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote good relations between the United Kingdom and the Kingdom of Morocco, particularly the respective parliamentary assemblies, within the framework of the Inter-Parliamentary Union.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Mortgage Prisoners
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/mortgage-prisoners.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Solving the problems caused to mortgage prisoners in the UK by ensuring that all of them get a fair deal and fair treatment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Motor
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/motor.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To debate current and future issues of strategic importance to the UK’s automotive industry, motorsport industry and vehicle users, focusing on the role of the motor vehicle, including the environmental impact; and to promote dialogue between politicians, these industries, users and other stakeholders.  The joint-secretariat partners collaborate to support this mission.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Motor Neurone Disease
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/motor-neurone-disease.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and to provide a forum for discussion of the issues facing people with MND and their families.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Motorcycle Speedway
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/motorcycle-speedway.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians with an interest in the sport of motorcycle speedway and to liaise with British Speedway and others with an interest in the sport.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Motorcycling
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/motorcycling.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To safeguard motorcycling interests by monitoring legislation for matters affecting motorcycling and taking remedial action where necessary; to represent motorcycling to fellow parliamentarians; to foster a positive image for motorcycling, and, by example, encourage others to take up motorcycling.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Mountaineering
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/mountaineering.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the sporting and recreational interests of climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers; to raise awareness of the physical and social benefits of mountaineering; and to campaign for sustainable access to cliffs, mountains and open countryside.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Muscular Dystrophy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/muscular-dystrophy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Raises awareness of all types of muscular dystrophy and neuromuscular conditions and promotes links between parliament, individuals and families affected by these muscle-wasting conditions, charities, scientists, health professionals and decision-makers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Music Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/music-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support parliamentarians engaging in discussions relating to music education through early years, primary, secondary, SEND, further and higher education, and lifelong learning. The Group has a particular focus on Curriculum, the National Plan for Music Education, challenges facing higher education,and progression into the creative and cultural sector.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Muslim Women
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/muslim-women.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support social justice and equality for Muslim women and transform their lives by debating, scrutinising, investigating and raising awareness of issues affecting them to influence practice, policy, legislation and attitudes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME)
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/myalgic-encephalomyelitis-me.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To seek to improve health, social care, education and employment opportunities for people with ME and encourage biomedical research into the cause and treatment of ME.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: National Food Strategy
latest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211229/national-food-strategy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote cross-party thinking and cross-departmental leadership on food policy, in the run-up to and after the publication of the National Food Strategy in 2021.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: National Parks
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/national-parks.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform members of key issues relating to England's national parks (NPs), their authorities and areas that may merit NP status; to discuss issues of common concern; to advance the place of NPs in society within Parliament, focusing on conservation and enhancement, opportunities for public learning and enjoyment, and the well-being of NP communities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Nature
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/nature.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for engaging and inspiring parliamentarians and others with the natural world, the major threats that it faces today, and the positives that come form a healthy natural environment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-09-11
id: Net Zero
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/net-zero.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To secure a low carbon and clean industrial and economic future for the UK, embed zero carbon solutions and accelerate the UK's commitment to deliver net zero growth and innovation and a net zero carbon economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: New Towns
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/new-towns.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To celebrate the contribution made by the UK’s New Towns and highlight the challenges and opportunities they face. This APPG aims to change attitudes to the New Towns and gain recognition for them; make the case for investment in their growth and renewal; and positively help shape future government policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: New and Advanced Technologies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/new-and-advanced-technologies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of new and advanced technologies in Parliament and encourage parliamentarians and other stakeholders to engage with technology-related issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Nigeria
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/nigeria.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To create a better understanding of issues relating to Nigeria; to promote links between the UK and Nigeria; and to support development and democracy in Nigeria.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Night Time Economy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/night-time-economy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To recognise the cultural and economic importance of nightlife to the UK. To provide a cross-party voice for nightlife businesses, supply chains and patrons. To support parliamentarians’ understanding of how the sector operates. To identify solutions to challenges facing the sector and how nightlife can support the UK’s economic recovery from Covid-19.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: No Recourse to Public Funds
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/no-recourse-to-public-funds.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To draw attention to the challenges faced by destitute migrants who have no recourse to public funds, with a particular focus on families and vulnerable adults, and to contribute to the development of policy and legislation in this area.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Norfolk Island
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/norfolk-island.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote and strengthen the historic ties between the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland and the people of Norfolk Island.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: North Korea
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/north-korea.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To formulate solutions that promote and support human rights, democracy and security in the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea; to establish relations with the exiled North Korean community to foster understanding of the DPRK and the challenges which face its people; and to explore meaningful relations between the parliaments of the UK and the DPRK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Northern Culture
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/northern-culture.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and champion the huge economic contribution made by the north's cultural sector and build consensus.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
id: Northern Ireland
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/northern-ireland.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Promoting Northern Ireland in Westminster and fostering closer relationships between politicians of all the nations of the UK by creating greater understanding of the opportunities and issues of Northern Ireland.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: Northern Powerhouse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/northern-powerhouse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together northern MPs and Peers with the new metro mayors and key leaders - from local government, the private and third sectors - to give a strong political voice for policies which support the northern economy and promote its potential as a place to study, work, live and invest.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Nursery Schools, Nursery and Reception Classes
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/nursery-schools-nursery-and-reception-classes.htm

purpose:
To promote the role of high quality early childhood education in improving children's life chances; and to provide opportunities for parliamentarians to discuss early years policy issues with practitioners and researchers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
id: Nutrition for Development
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/nutrition-for-development.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support and challenge the UK government to maintain their leadership on global nutrition and to make a significant pledge at the Nutrition for Growth summit in Tokyo 2020.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Obesity
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/obesity.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To call on the government to prioritise and drive increased investment and resource into both the prevention and treatment of obesity.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Occupational Safety and Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/occupational-safety-and-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for the discussion and promotion of issues relating to occupational safety and health; to provide information to members of both Houses of Parliament on topical issues; and to publish reports as and when necessary.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Ocean
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ocean.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a collective space where all parliamentarians can support and promote ocean research and awareness, to develop greater understanding of the ocean and its role in tackling challenges such as climate change, and to debate wider issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: Ocean Conservation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/ocean-conservation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Focuses on a broad range of issues affecting the ocean, specifically concentrating on plastic pollution, marine protection, water quality and climate change. The group brings together politicians and key stakeholders into a participatory space where expertise, ideas and networking converge to help better protect the ocean.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Olympic and Paralympic Games
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/olympic-and-paralympic-games.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To be the cross-party voice in parliament promoting the Olympic and Paralympic Games and providing a focal point for MPs and Peers with an interest in the Olympic and Paralympic movements.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Oman
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/oman.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote further understanding and good relations between the United Kingdom and the Sultanate of Oman.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Online and Home Electrical Safety
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/online-and-home-electrical-safety.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise parliamentary awareness of issues relating to electrical safety online and in domestic dwellings and to promote the prevention of accidents with electricity; to provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss issues pertinent to their constituents on electrical safety; and to hold inquiries into policy issues and provide reports.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Open Banking and Payments
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/open-banking-and-payments.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that Open Banking delivers maximum benefit and value to consumers, businesses and government; promotes effective competition and choice; reduces the cost of payments; supports innovation; and ensures that customers benefit from technological advances, and that new entrants and smaller providers can compete more fairly.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Opera
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/opera.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a focal point for MPs and Peers with an interest in opera; to further the appreciation of opera; and to provide a link between this art form and Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Oracy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/oracy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG is committed to helping every child to be a confident communicator and find their voice, in order to succeed in school and life beyond.  It aims to coordinate research, promote best practice and encourage the overarching principles of oracy in education and society at large.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/organisation-for-economic-co-operation-and-development.htm

purpose:
To facilitate information sharing between the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and UK parliamentarians, through the facilitation of meetings and events to contribute to and strengthen policy debate and policy formation in the UIK, raising awareness among parliamentarians of the work of the OECD.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Osteoporosis and Bone Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/osteoporosis-and-bone-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of osteoporosis amongst parliamentarians and to influence legislation and policy makers to improve the lives of people living with the condition. The APPG will consider how to promote behavioural change and systems changes so people of all ages can strengthen their bones and prevent osteoporosis.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Outdoor Learning
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/outdoor-learning.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a platform and focus for the various representative organisations involved in the outdoor learning sector; to encourage their access to parliamentarians; and to enable collaboration and discussion.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ovarian Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ovarian-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for MPs and peers to discuss ovarian cancer related issues; to raise areas of concern with government or other policy makers; to raise the profile of ovarian cancer within parliament and seek opportunities to help improve survival and quality of life for women.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: PANS and PANDAS
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/pans-and-pandas.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness about PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) and provide a forum in Parliament with a focus on current legislation, policy and evidence on treatment in order to improve detection, diagnosis and provision of treatment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Pacific Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pacific-islands.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage political interest in the South Pacific and to meet with politicians from that area who are visiting the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Packaging Manufacturing Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/packaging-manufacturing-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create a better understanding of the UK packaging manufacturing industry and its products; to address issues facing the industry from regulation; and to promote the UK as a centre of excellence for packaging manufacture.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Pakistan
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pakistan.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to discuss all matters related to Pakistan and also pertinent issues related to Pakistanis living in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-11-08
id: Pakistani Minorities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pakistani-minorities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of and help eliminate discrimination and persecution by the state and others; and to help develop an inclusive and tolerant Pakistan.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Palestine
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/palestine.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster good relations and understanding between Britain and Palestine and to promote a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Pancreatic Cancer
latest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211229/pancreatic-cancer.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of pancreatic cancer in Parliament; to raise issues of relevance with government and policy makers; and to influence policy to improve life for pancreatic cancer patients and survivors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-10-06
id: Pandemic Response and Recovery
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pandemic-response-and-recovery.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for politicians, scientists, health professionals, economists, business leaders and other experts; to facilitate broad, balanced and open discussion; to inform a more focussed and flexible approach to government policy; to reach for new solutions in pandemic management which prevent avoidable suffering and loss in the future.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Parental Participation in Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/parental-participation-in-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the benefits of parents being actively engaged in their children’s education and building close and successful relationships between homes and schools.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Park Homes
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/park-homes.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians, park homeowners and industry representatives to discuss issues of common interest including legislation and its enforcement to eliminate abuse and disadvantage.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Parkinson's
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/parkinsons.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group aims to keep Parkinson's on the political agenda to ensure government initiatives and policies meet the needs of people with the condition and their families and carers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Parks and Green Spaces
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/parks-and-green-spaces.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To address the most urgent issues affecting our parks and green spaces, including but not limited to funding, skills, inequality of access and provision, climate change, biodiversity and the impact they have on the nation’s health and wellbeing.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Peak District
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/peak-district.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians and conservationists to discuss and raise awareness of the Peak District National Park and seek ways to improve the area.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Pedagogy, Curriculum and Accountability
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pedagogy-curriculum-and-accountability.htm

purpose:
To consider and keep under review developments in pedagogy, the curriculum and accountability with particular reference to the education system in England.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Penal Affairs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/penal-affairs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase members' knowledge of penal affairs and to work through parliamentary channels to reform the penal system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: Pension Clawback
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pension-clawback.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To campaign for HSBC UK to remove state deduction, more commonly known as pension integration or 'clawback', from the post-1974 Midland Bank Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.  To raise awareness of pension clawback more generally, especially in cases where it has been poorly communicated, and to highlight its discriminatory impacts.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Pension Scams
latest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211229/pension-scams.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To be a forum through which parliamentarians and other stakeholders can work together to better protect the public from the perils of pension scams and secondary scammers; give scam victims a representative collective voice; signpost victims to support; and facilitate the development of preventative and supportive policy initiatives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Performers' Alliance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/performers-alliance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work alongside the unions of the Performers' Alliance - Equity, the Musicians' Union and the Writers' Guild of Great Britain - to raise issues affecting performers and writers across the arts community and to provide a forum for issues relating to arts and culture policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Performing Arts Education and Training
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/performing-arts-education-and-training.htm

purpose:
To support parliamentarians in discussions relating to: appropriate training, education, assessment and professional practices across the performing arts, particularly drama, dance and musical theatre; practitioners continuing professional development within the creative and cultural industries; wider benefits of engagement with the performing arts for students, practitioners and audiences.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Period Equality
latest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220323/period-equality.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To brief parliamentarians, provide a forum in Parliament and work in collaboration with charities and NGOs, to ensure free period products are easily available in educational settings and other public venues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Personal Banking and Fairer Financial Services
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/personal-banking-and-fairer-financial-services.htm

purpose:
To identify aspects of personal banking and financial services where the service providers or regulators have not delivered, or are not delivering, excellence and appropriate consumer protection; to facilitate and encourage all stakeholders to work together to resolve past and present shortcomings, and to bring about positive changes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Personalised Medicine
latest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/201216/personalised-medicine.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Provides a forum to explore how the UK can better use innovative science and technology for more personalised and sustainable healthcare. Seeks to help accelerate the health benefits of national investment and excellence in genomics and biomedical science.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Pharmacy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pharmacy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the profession of pharmacy, and to promote pharmacists' current and potential contribution to the health of the nation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-03-27
id: Philanthropy and Social Investment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/philanthropy-and-social-investment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To further understanding of the role of philanthropy, giving and social investment in parliament, and to act as a discussion forum for politicians, philanthropists, social investors and experts to develop policy to improve and increase the amount of giving and social investment to good causes in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Philately
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/philately.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together all who are interested in philately; to promote and educate others about philately; to co-operate with the Royal Mail and the Royal Philatelic Society; and to hold meetings, discussions and events relating to philately.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Photonics and Quantum
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/photonics-and-quantum.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the photonics industry and recognise the impact it makes on the UK economy and its potential for future economic growth.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Pigeon Racing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pigeon-racing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote greater understanding and appreciation of the social, sporting and cultural benefits of pigeon racing.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Poland
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/poland.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster a good relationship between Poland and the UK and to promote the contribution of the Polish community to  the UK and bilateral trade.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Political Literacy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/political-literacy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The key aim of this APPG will be to provide evidence for the importance of political literacy education in promoting youth participation in democratic life. The ultimate goal of this APPG will be to ensure that all young people become politically literate by the time they finish their secondary education.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Population, Development and Reproductive Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/population-development-and-reproductive-health.htm

purpose:
To ensure the full implementation of the International Conference on Population and Development's programme of Action with specific reference to stabilisation of the world's population through choice and ensuring sustainable development in the UK and abroad.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Portugal
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/portugal.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To raise awareness amongst MPs and Peers of the political situation in Portugal; to host meetings to enable MPs and Peers to meet Portuguese parliamentarians and business leaders; and generally to improve the political, trade and business relations between the UK and Portugal.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-10-10
id: Post Offices
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/post-offices.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the important economic and social contribution post offices and post masters make; to ensure their position as a vital public service; and to provide input into the areas of public policy which affect the post office.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Post-Brexit Funding for Nations, Regions and Local Areas
latest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210310/post-brexit-funding-for-nations-regions-and-local-areas.htm

purpose:
The EU is the largest financial contributor to UK regional development. After Brexit the government will establish a UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The APPG intends to shape thinking and engage in the details of the fund and new system of regional funding and policies after Brexit.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Poverty
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/poverty.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide awareness of the impact of poverty, its causes and consequences, and to encourage the spread of good practice to alleviate and eliminate it.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-02-13
id: Premature and Sick Babies
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/premature-and-sick-babies.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the issues affecting the parents of premature and sick babies, to create practical action which secures the best quality of life for affected families, and to champion policies which increase the chance of a positive outcome for these babies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/preventing-sexual-violence-in-conflict-initiative.htm

purpose:
To continue the work carried out by the previous APPG on PSVI (Prevention of Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative) and promote the cause through supporting the conference and engaging with outside bodies to support this initiative.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Private Rented Sector
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/private-rented-sector.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise greater awareness of the private rented housing sector in Parliament; to provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss issues pertinent to the sector and engage with ministers, landlords, tenants and other interested parties; and to hold inquiries into policy and operational issues on the sector and produce reports.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Pro-Life
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pro-life.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for discussion of pro-life issues including abortion, euthanasia and research upon the human embryo.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Professional Sales
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/professional-sales.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve recognition by parliament and industry of the importance of sales and its impact on the UK economy; to promote and advance sales as a profession; to boost the success of British industry, especially in international trade.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Psychology
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/psychology.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness amongst parliamentarians and policymakers of the importance and relevance of psychology, combining research and best practice briefings to ensure that MPs have access to a psychological evidence- based approach to policy development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
id: Public Accountability
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/public-accountability.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the need for greater public accountability to address systemic failures, past and ongoing, with a view to learning why public institutions failed to act in the public interest. To call for a duty of candour to protect those who have been failed by the existing law and justice system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Public Legal Education and Pro Bono
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/public-legal-education-and-pro-bono.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote pro bono work and public legal education (PLE) nationally and internationally, to provide a forum for parliamentarians to work with the legal sector to foster a supportive policy environment for PLE and pro-bono, and encourage/raise awareness of initiatives to improve legal capability and free legal services provision.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Publishing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/publishing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the value of high quality publishing to UK society, culture and the economy.  To foster a better understanding among parliamentarians about publishers, booksellers and associated fields, all of whom contribute to a world-leading publishing sector.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Pubs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/pubs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and campaign for the interests of pubs, landlords, and the communities around these pubs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/queens-platinum-jubilee-2022.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To celebrate the occasion of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022, the aim of which will be to support and encourage the observation and celebrations surrounding the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Her Majesty the Queen and to assist with the liaison and organisation of this historic event in the Houses of Parliament, thereof.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Race Equality in Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/race-equality-in-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To advance race equality in the education sector. To support children and students from ethnic minority backgrounds, to enhance education environments, and to increase racial diversity in teaching across the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Race and Community
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/race-and-community.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group focuses on issues of racial justice. It aims to increase the coverage in parliament of issues relating to race and ethnicity; to update members on these issues as well as on up-to-date research; and to connect the group with charities and other organisations working on these issues around the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Racing and Bloodstock
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/racing-and-bloodstock.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To keep parliamentarians and the government up to date with issues in horseracing and bloodstock; to foster good relations with the various parts of horseracing, and between them; and for connected purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-06-06
id: Radiotherapy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/radiotherapy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide an effective voice for radiotherapy and improve access to radiotherapy for cancer patients, ensuring no-one has to travel more than 45 minutes to their nearest radiotherapy unit. To ensure radiotherapy receives increased funding so that patients are allowed to have the best radiotherapy for their individual cancer.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Rail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To facilitate an informed debate amongst parliamentarians regarding all aspects of the UK's railway industries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Rail in Wales
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rail-in-wales.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians to discuss issues related to the rail network and industry in Wales. To conduct specific inquiries, and to hear directly from representatives of the rail industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Rare, Genetic and Undiagnosed Conditions
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rare-genetic-and-undiagnosed-conditions.htm

purpose:
To increase awareness in Parliament of rare, genetic and undiagnosed conditions and help to ensure that patients and families affected by those conditions have access to appropriate care and support.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Recovery from Addictions
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/recovery-from-addictions.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop and promote policies which ensure individuals, families and communities affected by addiction have the services and resources necessary to overcome challenges caused by addiction in the immediate and longer-term.   To develop and promote policies which ensure individuals, families and communities affected by addiction have the services and resources necessary to overcome challenges caused by addiction in the immediate and longer-term.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Refugees
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/refugees.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for the discussion of issues relating to refugees, both in the UK and abroad, and to promote the welfare of refugees.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
id: Regeneration and Development
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/regeneration-and-development.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform and stimulate debate on relevant areas of policy affecting regeneration & development and to introduce parliamentarians to experts and practitioners in the field.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
id: Relationships
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/relationships.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and develop marriage and relationship skills and support, identifying best practice within the UK and internationally, to help reduce interparental conflict as well as family breakdown, and support both adult and child mental health and wellbeing.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Religion in the Media
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/religion-in-the-media.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To improve religious literacy in media and politics and to provide a platform where the regulatory, commercial and cultural factors which influence depictions of faith can be discussed.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Religious Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/religious-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a medium through which parliamentarians and organisations with an interest in religious education can discuss the current provision of religious education, press for continuous improvement, promote public understanding and advocate rigorous education for every young person in religious and non-religious world views.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Relocation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220722/relocation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To create a lasting and inspirational relationship between legislators and employee relocation practitioners to empower British industry in the UK and abroad.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Renewable and Sustainable Energy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/renewable-and-sustainable-energy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote renewable and sustainable energy in Parliament and to support Members of both Houses in understanding the technical, policy and other aspects of renewable and sustainable energy technologies, including energy efficiency, through regular briefings, newsletters and regular events for parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Renters and Rental Reform
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/renters-and-rental-reform.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the conditions of renters and provide a space in Parliament to have their voices heard; receive briefings from external organisations about the latest studies and research with concerns to the private rented sector; work co-operatively and in a cross-party way with the government on the introduction of the forthcoming Rental Reform Bill; arrange events in Parliament to allow for tenant organisations to meet with MPs to raise their concerns.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Republic of Iraq
latest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220722/republic-of-iraq.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of the Republic of Iraq and the various peoples that make up the population of the country, campaign for appropriate policy change and act as a focal point for debate and the exchange of ideas, views and information. The APPG’s ambition is to be at the centre of political thinking and policy development on the Republic of Iraq.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Republic of Korea
latest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220722/republic-of-korea.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To increase the understanding of British parliamentarians of Korea, its politics, policies, culture and people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Respiratory Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/respiratory-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the importance of respiratory health and to promote effective policy for improving treatments and outcomes for respiratory illnesses.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Restorative Justice
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/restorative-justice.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To examine the use of restorative justice principles within the UK justice system and beyond; to raise the profile of restorative justice principles within Parliamnent; and to provide opportunities for policy discussion and consultation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Retail Crime
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/retail-crime.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the cost of retail crime to the high street (£600m a year), improve understanding of how this type of crime affects small businesses and what impact incidents of retail crime will have an effect on our high streets if left unchecked.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-02-13
id: Reuniting Britain Post-Brexit
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/reuniting-britain-post-brexit.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive forward a cross-party conversation on policy solutions to help heal and bridge the divisions exposed by the EU referendum. More specifically, the APPG will focus on three core themes, reflecting the three main fractures that the EU referendum exposed: intergenerational division and unfairness in the 21st century; the difference of views between graduates and non-graduates; and inequality between young citizens in cities on the one hand and in towns and rural areas on the other.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: River Thames
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/river-thames.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The Thames catchment has many millions dependent upon the health of the Royal River Thames.  It provides drinking water, sewage disposal, recreation, peace and tranquillity on its banks.  It provides drainage and at times takes flood waters out to the sea. The APPG provides an essential conduit to delivering sustainable management.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: Road Freight and Logistics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/road-freight-and-logistics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and represent the interests of the UK road haulage, logistics and coaches sector and provide a forum to discuss opportunities and challenges.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-01-27
id: Road Passenger Transport - Recovery and Renewal
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/road-passenger-transport---recovery-and-renewal.htm

purpose:
To provide a forum for all stakeholders in the road passenger transport industry to consider and raise awareness of matters relating to the industry’s recovery from the effects of the Covid19 Pandemic and renewal in the face of climate change


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: Roadside Rescue and Recovery
latest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220323/roadside-rescue-and-recovery.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the issues affecting the roadside rescue and recovery industry, including the dangers workers in the industry face in the performance of their work, the protection afforded to them by government regulations, and the need to collect specific data on accidents involving recovery workers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Rohingya
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rohingya.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
In recognising the persecution, murder and other atrocities committed against the Rohingya, the group will work towards protecting and enhancing the human rights and status of the Rohingya, and will assess and scrutinise any repatriation agreement made between Bangladesh and Myanmar.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Rugby Union Football Club
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rugby-union-football-club.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To play and promote the sport of rugby union within Parliament, between national parliaments, within the community and for charitable purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Rule of Law
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rule-of-law.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote parliamentary and public discussion of the rule of law as a practical concept and to mainstream the importance of the rule of law in Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Running
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/running.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide government and related bodies with a better understanding of the running sector and to increase recognition and support for safe, standardised, consistent running and racing.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
purpose: To examine the areas that would reduce the productivity gap between urban and rural areas.
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/rural-business-and-the-rural-powerhouse.htm


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Rural Health and Social Care
latest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220323/rural-health-and-social-care.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop evidence-based policy recommendations for the government on the rural health (both mental and physical) and social care economy of England. Current models are not suited to rural areas with sparse populations and a disproportionate number of over 85s with comorbidities including isolation and other mental health problems.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) House Builders
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sme-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-house-builders.htm

purpose:
To examine the operations of SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) house builders in the UK; discover and highlight best practice; review the regulatory environment affecting the market, looking at ways of improving the delivery of new homes, and making recommendations on how Parliament can improve regulation to deliver more effective building of homes by SMEs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Safe Standing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/safe-standing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness amongst parliamentarians and wider decision makers about safe standing at football stadiums in England and Wales.  The APPG will research and examine international good practice and explore any social and economic benefits.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-08-25
id: Safeguarding in Faith Communities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/safeguarding-in-faith-communities.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To focus on safeguarding concerns relevant to any community of faith, belief or religion. The APPG is  attempting to raise awareness and improve policy and practice in relation to safeguarding in faith communities and by encouraging both the opportunity and responsibility of those faith groups and communities in creating safer places for all.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-10-10
id: Safeguarding in Faith Settings
latest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/201216/safeguarding-in-faith-settings.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To focus on safeguarding concerns relevant to any community of faith, belief or religion. The APPG is attempting to raise awareness and improve policy and practice in relation to safeguarding in faith settings and by encouraging both the opportunity and responsibility of those faith groups and communities in creating safe places for all.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: San Marino
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/san-marino.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
Furthering relations between the British Parliament and the San Marino Parliament and all related activities to enhance the relationship between the UK and San Marino.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Saudi Arabia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/saudi-arabia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage and develop diplomatic, cultural and social exchanges between the Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the UK with the aim of achieving greater understanding and fostering mutual respect.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: School Exclusions and Alternative Provision
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/school-exclusions-and-alternative-provision.htm

purpose:
To improve outcomes for vulnerable children by facilitating upstream working to reduce preventable exclusions and improve the quality of education for children excluded from school.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: School Food
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/school-food.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party parliamentary platform for the discussion of school food with stakeholders; to keep school food, child hunger and food education on the political agenda following the spot-light given during the pandemic; and to campaign to ensure that children receive high quality meals in and outside of school.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: Schools, Learning and Assessment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/schools-learning-and-assessment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and support school level education and the quality of learning and assessment for all pupils.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Science and Technology in Agriculture
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/science-and-technology-in-agriculture.htm

purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians and stakeholders to debate and highlight the value of science and technology in agriculture.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Scientific
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/scientific.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To be a primary focus for scientific and technological issues, providing a long-term liaison between parliamentarians and scientific bodies, science-based industry and the academic world.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Scotch Whisky
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/scotch-whisky.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and facilitate communication and understanding between representatives of the Scotch Whisky industry and MPs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-03-16
id: Scottish Sport
latest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210421/scottish-sport.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss and advance issues of importance to Scottish sport by complementing the work of the Scottish government and all Scottish governing bodies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Sepsis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sepsis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a medium through which parliamentarians, organisations and those affected by Sepsis can discuss the current provision for the condition, which claims 48,000 lives in the UK every year, promote public understanding and advocate for simple, timely interventions to be implemented as standard across the NHS; whilst considering sepsis as a critical component of the response to infections management including infection prevention and a patient-centred approach to antimicrobial stewardship.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Serbia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/serbia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster the good relationship between Serbia and the UK and promote the Serbian contribution to the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sexual-and-reproductive-health-in-the-uk.htm

purpose:
To promote awareness and understanding in Parliament of a range of issues relating to women’s reproductive health across the life course.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Shared Ownership Housing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/shared-ownership-housing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together MPs and Peers of all parties with policy makers, business leaders and industry experts, to discuss and promote shared ownership, its potential to increase housing supply, and to protect shared ownership customers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
id: Shellfish Aquaculture
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/shellfish-aquaculture.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and support the UK shellfish aquaculture industry in Parliament, exploring the challenges to, and opportunities for, the industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Shipbuilding and Ship Repair
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/shipbuilding-and-ship-repair.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure UK sovereign defence capability in the maritime sphere, and to ensure that UK companies and supply chains compete on a level playing field.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Shooting and Conservation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/shooting-and-conservation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliamentarians and to act as a forum for the exchange of views on shooting and conservation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-05-08
id: Short Lets Sector
latest_recorded_date: 2022-06-15
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220615/short-lets-sector.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians, short-let platforms, local authorities and other affected sectors to discuss issues arising from the growing short-lets market; and to advise on ways in which to optimise the positive contributions of this sector and avoid undesired impacts.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Showing Racism the Red Card
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/showing-racism-the-red-card.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To combat racism through enabling role models, who are predominantly but not exclusively footballers, to present anti-racism education to young people and others.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sickle-cell-and-thalassaemia.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To reduce the inequalities faced by sickle cell and thalassaemia patients in the UK. To improve standards of care and address other critical issues, as recommended by the key stakeholders.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Single Parent Families
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/single-parent-families.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To collaborate across the political spectrum to campaign against legislative loopholes that disadvantage single parents, and for positive representation of a category which is increasingly common yet still all too often stigmatised.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Sixth Form Education
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sixth-form-education.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and support the interests of institutions that deliver sixth form education, and to advise government on the challenges facing 16 to18 education.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Skills and Employment
latest_recorded_date: 2021-03-10
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210310/skills-and-employment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Cross-party coalition of parliamentarians devoted to raising the profile of skills and employment policy. Brings together Parliament, employers, and the skills sector to ensure that skills policy promotes social mobility, lifelong learning opportunities and local economic growth.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Skin
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/skin.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of skin conditions in parliament, improve treatment for patients with skin disease, improve efficiency in service commissioning and improve the training in dermatology of healthcare professionals within the NHS.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Small Island Developing States
latest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220907/small-island-developing-states.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To highlight the unique issues faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS), particularly the impact of climate change, which will devastate SIDS without international support on mitigation and adaptation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Small Modular Reactors
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/small-modular-reactors.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support the roll-out of small modular reactors (SMR) to sites across the UK, to champion the SMR model, to encourage a diversity of design and providers and to engage UK industry in the development of SMRs including supporting engineering jobs in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Smoking and Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/smoking-and-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To monitor and discuss the health and social effects of smoking; to review potential changes to existing legislation to reduce levels of smoking; to assess the latest medical techniques to assist in smoking cessation; and to act as a resource for the group's members on all issues relating to smoking and public health.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Social Integration
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/social-integration.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive forward a cross-party conversation on policy solutions to break down barriers to integration and create opportunities for people from all walks of life to connect with each other and build bonds of trust.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Social Media
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/social-media.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive policy change that mitigates the negatives and maximises the positives of social media for young people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Social Mobility
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/social-mobility.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss and evaluate key issues and indicators of social mobility and barriers to it. To hold seminars and meetings to present and highlight the latest research on social mobility.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Social Science and Policy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/social-science-and-policy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians and social scientists and by doing so demonstrate the relevance and value of social science research.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Social Work
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/social-work.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote knowledge and understanding of social work, the role that social workers have, and the issues that impact the lives of those in receipt of social work support.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-11-24
id: Somaliland
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/somaliland.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote understanding of and support for Somaliland's achievements in building peace, democratic governance and a sovereign state in the Horn of Africa, its important role in combatting terrorism and piracy in the region and beyond, and the need for continued UK assistance for Somaliland's development.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: South Africa
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/south-africa.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster mutually beneficial relationships between the UK and the Republic of South Africa, in particular between the two parliaments, civil society, business and commerce, and arts and culture.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: South East
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/south-east.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for Parliamentarians to discuss, with others, how to maintain the South East region as a great place to live, work and do business.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: South East Asian Nations
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/south-east-asian-nations.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote relations between parliament and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN); to raise awareness of the progress and ambition of ASEAN; and to encourage engagement between the UK and ASEAN.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: South West
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/south-west.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the economic and social advancement of the South West region as a great place to live, work and do business.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: South Western Railway
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/south-western-railway.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To champion the needs of constituents and passengers who travel on the railway that operates in/out of London Waterloo and the geographical area that extends from London Waterloo to Portsmouth, Weymouth, Exeter, Bristol and Reading, the network within these points and connecting lines.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-08-31
id: Southern Rail
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/southern-rail.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To scrutinise the operation and performance of the Southern Rail franchise with a view to ensuring service improvement by the franchise. The group will act for the best interests of passengers by providing challenge to all organisations, including the government, which have a bearing on operational performance.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Sovereign Defence Capability
latest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210421/sovereign-defence-capability.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To facilitate a continuing discussion on how the UK can sustain a sovereign defence manufacturing capability.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Sovereign Defence Manufacturing Capability
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sovereign-defence-manufacturing-capability.htm

purpose:
To facilitate a continuing discussion on how the UK can sustain a sovereign defence manufacturing capability.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Sovereign Wealth Funds
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/sovereign-wealth-funds.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the role of sovereign wealth funds in the UK and global economies, to discuss what risks and opportunities major wealth funds see in investing in the UK and to highlight the role of wealth funds in addressing key challenges such as climate change and the post-Covid recovery.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Space
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/space.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness in Parliament of the importance and opportunities of space based capabilities to the UK economy, policy making, society and the space community; to highlight and promote the benefits from the UK's investment in space and its leading role within the global space economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities.htm

purpose:
To support special schools and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) provision in mainstream school and college settings.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Speech and Language Difficulties
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/speech-and-language-difficulties.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To make parliament aware that the ability to communicate is a crucial life skill for all; to increase awareness about the impact communication difficulties have on other people's lives; to highlight the importance of early identification and intervention; and to press for increased provision of speech and language therapy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Spinal Cord Injury
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/spinal-cord-injury.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To address specific issues being faced by Spinal Cord Injured (SCI) people, particularly relating to medical treatment, care and support and developments in treatments, as well as the wider issues that affect the lives of SCI people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Sport
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sport.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To be the central, constructive, cross-party voice for sport in parliament and to promote the wider societal benefits of sport and physical activity in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Sport and Physical Activity in the Criminal Justice System
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sport-and-physical-activity-in-the-criminal-justice-system.htm

purpose:
To be the central, constructive, cross-party voice in parliament that promotes the benefits of sport-based interventions and physical activity as effective tools for the diversion and prevention of crime and the rehabilitation of people involved with the criminal justice system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-03-14
id: Sport, Modern Slavery and Human Rights
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sport-modern-slavery-and-human-rights.htm

purpose:
To find solutions to pressing human rights problems affecting large-scale sporting events around the world, with a focus on three specific areas: the human rights impacts of the cycle of mega-sporting events, the impacts of the UK Modern Slavery Act on professional sports companies, and discrimination in sport in all its forms.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Srebrenica
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/srebrenica.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To encourage the commemoration of the victims of Srebrenica on the internationally recognised day of 11th July and raise awareness of the genocide amongst communities in the UK; and use the lessons of Srebrenica to tackle hatred and prejudice to hep build a safer, stronger and more cohesive society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: St George's Day
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/st-georges-day.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote 23rd April as an annual celebration of England and the country's patron saint, St George, and to campaign for St George's Day to be established as a public holiday for the people of England.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: State Pension Inequality for Women
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/state-pension-inequality-for-women.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a cross-party forum in which to hold the government to account on the issue of transitional arrangements to compensate 1950's-born women who are affected by changes to the state pension age and to campaign on issues around the state pension age.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Steel and Metal Related Industries
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/steel-and-metal-related-industries.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure a fair deal for the UK steel and metal related industries by liaising with and lobbying the government, to raise the profile of cultural, environmental and social issues in the industry and its communities, and to research and develop policies which will promote thriving steel and cast metal industries in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Stem Cell Transplantation
latest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210602/stem-cell-transplantation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To inform parliamentarians about the use of stem cell transplantation in saving lives; to facilitate debate and scrutiny on the collection and use of adult stem cells and umbilical cord blood in the UK; and to promote the expansion of stem cell donation in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Stem Cell Transplantation and Advanced Cellular Therapies
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/stem-cell-transplantation-and-advanced-cellular-therapies.htm

purpose:
To inform parliamentarians about the use of stem cell transplantation and advanced cellular and gene therapies in saving lives; to facilitate scrutiny of equitable access to and outcomes from stem cell transplantation and advanced cellular and gene therapies; and to promote the expansion of stem cell donation in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Street Children
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/street-children.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the rights of children in street situations worldwide, and the government’s obligations to help ensure their protection. To promote good practice and ensure that children in street situations are on the government’s agenda and are part of the broader national conversation about child rights and protection.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Stroke
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/stroke.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To keep stroke high on the parliamentary agenda. The Group aims to be the voice in Parliament of all those affected by stroke, and provides influence, challenge and scrutiny on multiple issues, including stroke rehabilitation, acute care, workforce and research.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Students
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/students.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for all parliamentarians to develop greater understanding of the range of issues affecting students in further and higher education. To ensure that student views and experiences are heard in Parliament, facilitate interaction between students and MPs and Peers, and ensure education policy takes account of student views.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Sudan and South Sudan
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sudan-and-south-sudan.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To influence the UK government's policy and practice by promoting the cause of peace, human rights, justice and development for all the people of Sudan and South Sudan across the political spectrum in Westminster and Whitehall.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/suicide-and-self-harm-prevention.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness within Parliament and encourage discussion and debate of all issues involved in suicide and self-harm prevention.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Surgical Mesh
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/surgical-mesh.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of mesh and the plight of mesh-injured men and women amongst the public, healthcare professionals, welfare assessors and government. To campaign for the recommendations of the First Do No Harm report to be accepted and implemented by government.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-01-31
id: Surrogacy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/surrogacy.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To fully review our surrogacy laws, encourage and promote debate on the issues, facilitate further research into how surrogacy is conducted, bring the law into line with modern social realities, and encourage domestic surrogacy in the first instance.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Sustainable Aviation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sustainable-aviation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote support and knowledge in parliament of the aviation industry's efforts to achieve sustainability, specifically their goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the government's overall target for the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Sustainable Finance
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sustainable-finance.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support parliamentarians to understand more about sustainable finance.  To bring together policy makers, industry experts, academics and practitioners to build knowledge and political consensus for the changes required in the finance sector to help reach net zero.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
id: Sustainable Flood and Drought Management
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sustainable-flood-and-drought-management.htm

purpose:
To provide a forum for the discussion and progression of lowland sustainable water level management policies and to improve preparedness in the UK for global warming and its weather extremes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Sustainable Resource
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/sustainable-resource.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To develop a deeper understanding between government, parliament and the sustainable resource management sector of the sustainable management of waste.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Swimming
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/swimming.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote swimming and other aquatic disciplines and to highlight the importance of swimming and water safety in schools.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Switzerland
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/switzerland.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote ever better relations between British and Swiss parliamentarians and foster an ever deeper understanding of our respective countries.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: T Levels
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/t-levels.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase cross-party parliamentarian awareness and understanding of T Levels; to spread awareness and understanding of T Levels more broadly; and to provide a forum for discussion of the public policy issues around T Levels, involving all the key groups, including employers, young people, the education sector and parliamentarians.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Tamils
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/tamils.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote in Parliament peace with justice and dignity for Tamils in the Island of Sri Lanka and advance their development so as to recognise their legitimate socio-political aspirations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Taxation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/taxation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To look at and understand tax policy and taxation on all levels including simplification and digitalisation, EU Brexit and its impact on the UK’s taxation system, and international taxation. To work in partnership with HM Treasury to create a 'safe space' for Parliamentarians and interested stakeholders to meet, discuss and develop innovative proposals to reform, simplify and make the UK’s taxation system fairer.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-04-28
id: Teaching Profession
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/teaching-profession.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will focus on: the recruitment and retention of high-quality teachers for every school and college; routes into teaching; the nature of the training and preparation provided for graduates; and the provision of continuing professional development of teachers.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Technology and National Security
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/technology-and-national-security.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
New technologies present opportunities to strengthen our national security and vulnerabilities that threaten it. This APPG will improve the narrative and policy debate around technology and national security, bring together leading experts in this field, and build understanding of the technological capabilities needed to protect national interests.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
id: Temporary Accommodation
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/temporary-accommodation.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The group will meet to discuss and campaign on issues related to households living in temporary accommodation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Tenanted Pubs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/tenanted-pubs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the policies that affect tenants of public houses both tied and free of tie and to expand awareness with Members of Parliament as to the challenges they face.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Tennis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/tennis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the sport of tennis, and to enable MPs and peers to play tennis matches together and compete with outside tennis teams.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-07-18
id: Terminal Illness
latest_recorded_date: 2021-10-06
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211006/terminal-illness.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Raises awareness of issues around terminal illness in parliament.  Promotes links between parliament, individuals and families affected, charities, scientists, health professionals and decision makers.  Includes MPs from across the political spectrum who are keen to discuss, improve and share knowledge of end of life care.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: Textiles and Fashion
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/textiles-and-fashion.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the significance of the UK textile and fashion industry across the world, supporting its development as an integral part of our economy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Thalassaemia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/thalassaemia.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the blood disorder known as thalassaemia and to encourage policy changes that will support patients with this condition.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Theatre
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/theatre.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support the resilience and relevance of theatre in the UK for audiences, society and the industry.  To identify and debate potential opportunities and issues for theatre in the UK.  To support parliamentarians' understanding of the theatre and performing arts industry at a national and local level.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Thrombosis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/thrombosis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote awareness about the risk and management of venous thromboembolism, also known as thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and blood clots.  To increase understanding of its causes, promote priority research, monitor implementation of recommended practice, increase awareness of long-term impacts, and advocate timely access to diagnosis and treatments.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Tibet
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/tibet.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To put pressure on His Majesty's Government to encourage negotiations between the Chinese Government and representatives of the Tibetan Government in exile, whilst recognising that Tibet is an occupied country which had independent ties with Britain.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Ticket Abuse
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/ticket-abuse.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and provide a forum for the discussion of issues relating to the sale and resale of tickets, for events, with a particular focus on devising solutions to the problem of ticket touting.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Tidy Britain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/tidy-britain.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To discuss issues related to local environmental quality; to raise these issues on the parliamentary agenda and to provide a forum for an exchange of views between parliamentarians and those with local environmental quality issues.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Timber Industries
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/timber-industries.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Our primary purpose is to grow the use of timber in order to help: expand our low-carbon, high-performance offsite manufacturing base for construction; decarbonise the built environment; create safer and higher quality buildings and building supply chains; contribute to growing, sustainably managed forests and biodiverse landscapes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-11-24
id: Town Centres
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/town-centres.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote parliamentary and public understanding of the importance of high streets, town centres and city centres in order to build environments that are healthy, sustainable and socially inclusive.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-02-13
id: Trade Justice
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/trade-justice.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG will explore how trade has a real-life impact, including how trade interacts with: food standards, farming and animal welfare; the environment and climate change; jobs and workers’ rights; sustainable development in the Global South; human rights and rule of law; digital rights and online harms; public services, health and the NHS.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Trade and Export Promotion
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/trade-and-export-promotion.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Working for a comprehensive strategy to global trade; bringing the voice of prospect and  prosperity to the heart of the national debate; to encourage an inclusive and sustainable environment and to foster dialogue between parliament with business and associations, unions, consumers, NGOs and civil society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Trade and Investment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/trade-and-investment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Working for a comprehensive strategy to global trade and investment; bringing the voice of prospect and prosperity to the heart of the national debate; to encourage an inclusive and sustainable environment and to foster dialogue between parliament with business and associations, unions, consumers, NGOs and civil society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Trade out of Poverty
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/trade-out-of-poverty.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Organises seminars, inquiries, research and education campaigns to raise awareness in Parliament on removing barriers to trade and using trade as an engine for development in poor countries.  The APPG aims to help developing countries achieve inclusive growth and prosperity through trade and investment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Trafficked Britons in Syria
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/trafficked-britons-in-syria.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To seek a resolution to the cases of people from the UK who were trafficked by Daesh, and are now detained in North East Syria.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-06-19
id: Trailer and Towing Safety
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/trailer-and-towing-safety.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Brings together parliamentarians, industry representatives and consumer groups to discuss and raise awareness of trailer and towing safety in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-11-24
id: Transatlantic Trade
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/transatlantic-trade.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a focus for UK parliamentary cross-party support for a comprehensive transatlantic trade and investment agreement; to contribute to greater public debate and understanding of potential benefits and drawbacks for British consumers, workers and businesses; to strengthen parliamentary and public scrutiny to help secure a successful agreement.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-07-31
id: Transport Across the North
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/transport-across-the-north.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote discussion and investment in all modes of transport across the North of England and to provide better opportunities for MPs representing Northern constituencies to meet with senior officials and receive briefings from Transport for the North.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Transport Safety
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/transport-safety.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide opportunities to debate transport safety matters (on road, rail, air and water) and to encourage the government to address transport safety issues, where appropriate.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Tunisia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/tunisia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To build and foster relations between Britain and Tunisia and to develop a fundamental knowledge of the socio economic, social, and political problems facing the country.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Turkey
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/turkey.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To foster and promote relations between the UK and Turkey and to assist in raising awareness amongst parliamentarians and the public of the developments that have been taking place in Turkey.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: Turks and Caicos Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/turks-and-caicos-islands.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To encourage and foster better relations between the Turks and Caicos Islands and the UK government and parliament, and to bring greater attention to the issues facing the Turks and Caicos Islands and all the Overseas Territories.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-07-01
id: Twelve Steps Recovery Programme for Addiction
latest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/210421/twelve-steps-recovery-programme-for-addiction.htm

purpose:
To be a parliamentary source of knowledge and utilisation of the 12 step recovery programme for addictions.  To convene meetings, undertake research and create a cross-addiction network.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-06-02
id: Twelve Steps Recovery Programme from Addiction
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/twelve-steps-recovery-programme-from-addiction.htm

purpose:
To be a parliamentary source of knowledge and utilisation of the 12 step recovery programme for addictions.  To convene meetings, undertake research and create a cross-addiction network.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: UK Islands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/uk-islands.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the needs of island communities within Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and in particular to advocate: the economic and social wellbeing of island residents; the provision of high-quality, accessible public services; and affordable transport arrangements to/from these islands and appropriate infrastructure and connectivity investment.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Unconscious Bias
latest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/211117/unconscious-bias.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To conduct a series of investigations into unconscious bias against people because of a number of the protected characteristics - for example ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, age. Working alongside experts we will come up with recommendations for changes that we believe will make a tangible difference to people’s lives.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Union
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/union.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the economic, social, cultural and constitutional benefits of the union of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; To foster good relations between the four countries of the UK and their devolved administrations; and for connected purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: United Nations
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/united-nations.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The primary objective of the APPG is to raise awareness of the UN among MPs and Peers; about its contributions across the areas of peace and security, development and human rights; about the scope of international law and its relevance to the UK; and about the applicability of the UN to the British electorate.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-08-31
id: United Nations Global Goals for Sustainable Development
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/united-nations-global-goals-for-sustainable-development.htm

purpose:
To promote the United Nations Global Goals for Sustainable Development and monitor their implementation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-11-04
id: United Nations Women
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/united-nations-women.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To drive policy change that seeks to: ‘build back better' for women and girls in the UK post-COVID-19; accelerate progress on gender equality and the SDGs in the UK in the lead up to 2030; create game-changing solutions for women's safety in public spaces across the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: Universal Credit
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/universal-credit.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To monitor Universal Credit as it is rolled out; to share best practice in supporting constituents; and to make recommendations to government to improve policy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: University
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/university.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To act as a high-level forum for discussion between university leaders and parliamentarians on issues affecting the higher education sector.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: University of Hull
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/university-of-hull.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote the University of Hull as a local, national and global centre of teaching, learning and research excellence and a vital contributor to the local community and economy of the Humber region and beyond.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: Uplands and Hill Farming
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/uplands-and-hill-farming.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness and understanding of the issues facing farmers in upland areas and champion hill farmers both inside and outside Parliament. The group will serve as the voice of communities dependent on hill farming throughout the United Kingdom, raising concerns with government ministers, departments and relevant national assemblies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-12-29
id: Usher Syndrome
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/usher-syndrome.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise issues relating to the challenges faced by those living with Usher Syndrome and their families and for connected purposes.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-03-29
id: Vaccinations for All
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vaccinations-for-all.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Raising the political profile of the importance of routine vaccinations, ensuring equitable access to vaccines for everyone, no matter where they live.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Valproate and other Anti-Epileptic Drugs in Pregnancy
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
register_link: Subject Group
latest_register_entry:
https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/valproate-and-other-anti-epileptic-drugs-in-pregnancy.htm

purpose:
To raise government awareness of the dangers of Valproate and other anti-epileptic drugs in pregnancy and to support and advocate for those harmed by the drugs taken by the mother in pregnancy.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: Vaping
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vaping.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To explore the most appropriate parliamentary and regulatory response to e-cigarettes and to raise education and literacy amongst policy makers regarding e-cigarettes and related public policy questions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Vascular and Venous Disease
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vascular-and-venous-disease.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of vascular and venous disease and to encourage actions to promote a greater priority for its prevention and treatment; to encourage research into the causes of vascular and venous disease; to advance excellence and innovation in vascular and venous disease and related cardiovascular conditions.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-02-15
id: Vegetarianism and Veganism
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vegetarianism-and-veganism.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for discussing issues around vegetarianism and veganism.  These include vegan and vegetarian rights and catering, public health, environmental issues and animal rights.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Venezuela
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/venezuela.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To ensure that Venezuela is on the political agenda of the UK Parliament and to strengthen UK policies addressing issues relating to human rights, democracy, good governance and economic development; to act as a channel for contacts with experts, NGOs and regional stakeholders; to establish relations with the Venezuelan community to foster understanding of Venezuela and the challenges which face its people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Veterans
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/veterans.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a platform within Parliament to promote veterans; to secure support and understanding for the needs of veterans; to scrutinise and hold government, institutions, public sector, business and the third sector, to account to ensure that the UK is the best place in the world to be a veteran.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-11-21
id: Video Games and Esports
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/video-games-and-esports.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work with the games and interactive entertainment industry, including with its trade body UK Interactive Entertainment, to promote the industry's economic, technological and cultural contributions within Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Vietnam
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vietnam.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To conduct a dialogue with the socialist republic of Vietnam, in particular with the Vietnamese National Assembly and the Vietnamese ambassador and embassy in London, and to take an interest in the Vietnamese community in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Visual Arts
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/visual-arts.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
The APPG  provides a forum for parliamentarians to discuss the role played by the visual arts in the UK. It informs parliamentarians about the latest issues affecting the visual arts community, the contribution the visual arts make to our society and economy and puts forward ideas about how it can remain a vibrant and world-leading sector.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Votes at 16
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/votes-at-16.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To strengthen the cross-party case for extending the franchise to 16- and 17-year-olds by acting as a discussion forum and active campaigning group for politicians, the youth sector and experts to develop policy and research.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Vulnerable Groups to Pandemics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/vulnerable-groups-to-pandemics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for parliamentarians and stakeholders to consider the needs of vulnerable groups to pandemics and to provide an effective voice in parliament; to raise awareness of specific vulnerable patients; to encourage actions to promote a greater priority for prevention, treatment and support for those groups; to inform better policy decisions and public debate related to the needs of vulnerable groups.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-09-24
id: Wales in the World
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wales-in-the-world.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To generate awareness of and to consider the profile of Wales on the international stage, and in doing so to consider themes and ideas to support the development and profile of Wales.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-04-21
id: War Crimes
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/war-crimes.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To look into matters relating to the presence of alleged Rwandan war criminals in the UK and the prosecution of those who participated in the Rwandan genocide against the Tutsis in 1994.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: War Heritage
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/war-heritage.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and support the protection, conservation and interpretation of war graves, war memorials and battlefield sites.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Water
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/water.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a focus for members to monitor government and regulatory policy and maintain a dialogue with consumers and those with an interest or a duty in relation to the environment and the water industry.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-07-22
id: Water Safety
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/water-safety.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To establish more accessible water safety education across the UK to prevent future drownings. The group will primarily focus on how information can better be integrated into the education system, especially to those with existing inequalities and barriers, and communities with geographical risk factors.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-12-16
id: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/water-sanitation-and-hygiene.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness within parliament and government of the impact that a lack of water, sanitation and hygiene has on the lives of people around the world, and the governments obligation to help meet the Sustainable Development Goal on water and sanitation.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Waterways
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/waterways.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To consider matters relating to navigable (and formerly navigable) rivers, canals, estuaries and lakes in the UK, including the potential social, economic and cultural impact of the regeneration of those waterways and extension of the system.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Weddings
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/weddings.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To ensure that the issues and challenges that the wedding industry faces are represented by parliamentarians in policy debates, and to promote the wedding industry and its contribution to society.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Wellbeing Economics
latest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220209/wellbeing-economics.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To share the latest in wellbeing science with parliamentarians and convene experts and evidence in order to inform policies to improve wellbeing in the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: West Coast Main Line
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/west-coast-main-line.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To work in consultation with the West Coast Rail 250 Campaign for the upgrading and continued renewal of the infrastructure and rolling stock on the West Coast Main Line.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: West Midlands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/west-midlands.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for cross-party parliamentarians and interested stakeholders from the West Midlands, to monitor policy and maintain a dialogue with government, business, councils and organisations, and to help maximise future investment in the region for the benefit of all its local communities.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: West Papua
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/west-papua.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote understanding of the situation in West Papua and the human rights of the West Papuan people.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Western Gateway
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/western-gateway.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring together parliamentarians in support of the Western Gateway, a cross-border economic partnership of local authorities, city regions, Local Enterprise Partnerships and governments covering south Wales and western England.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Western Sahara
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/western-sahara.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To promote issues of mutual concern between British MPs and the Western Sahara, and ensure the subject is never far from the political agenda of the UK Parliament.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-11-17
id: Wetlands
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wetlands.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To build awareness, engagement and support amongst parliamentarians for the policies and partnerships required to restore and create wetlands, as well as ensure they are well managed and protected into the future.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-08-29
id: Whistleblowing
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/whistleblowing.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Whistleblowers are a vital element of a transparent society.  In 1998 the Public Interest Disclosure Act was introduced to protect employees who speak out.  In the face of many recent scandals the APPG is looking at the effectiveness of this legislation and how it might be improved.


earliest_recorded_date: 2019-01-02
id: White Ribbon UK
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/white-ribbon-uk.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To engage parliamentarians (particularly male parliamentarians) in raising awareness and challenging male violence against women and girls in all forms.


earliest_recorded_date: 2021-07-14
id: Wilton Park
latest_recorded_date: 2022-10-19
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221019/wilton-park.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
For parliamentarians to learn more about and better understand and support Wilton Park, offering advice and encouragement in both its everyday and long-term work.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-09-28
id: Wine and Spirits
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wine-and-spirits.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote and inform on the economic and commercial benefits of the UK wine and spirit trade; to inform and stimulate debate on issues of relevance to the trade and to consumers, including English wine and British spirits; and to introduce parliamentarians to members of the trade from their constituencies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-04-08
id: Wine of Great Britain
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wine-of-great-britain.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To identify how Whitehall departments, in conjunction with Members of the Commons and Lords, can support producers of wine from grapes grown across the UK, to ensure that relevant legislation and regulations, combined with innovative support and trade deals can deliver a profitable sector for the domestic and export markets.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Women and Enterprise
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/women-and-enterprise.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
This group works to ensure the challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs are considered and promoted cross party and across both houses.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Women in Parliament
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/women-in-parliament.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Brings together MPs and peers to discuss and campaign for increasing the number of women in parliament in all parties and, to support women in parliament and those standing for public office.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Women in Transport
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/women-in-transport.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum to discuss and overcome the under-representation of women in transport by promoting best practice examples of employers leading the way in gender diversifying their workforce.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Women in the Penal System
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/women-in-the-penal-system.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To increase the knowledge and awareness of issues around women in the penal system as well as push for the full implementation of the Corston Report recommendations.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-06-03
id: Women's Health
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/womens-health.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To empower women to ensure that they can make an informed choice about the best treatment for them and that they are treated with dignity and respect.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Women, Peace and Security
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/women-peace-and-security.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for the discussion and analysis of issues relating to the Women, Peace and Security agenda. To bring together parliamentarians, policymakers, academia and civil society to scrutinise and strengthen the UK government's implementation of commitments to women and girls' rights in fragile and conflict-affected states.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-07-21
id: Wood Panel Industry
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wood-panel-industry.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To highlight the vital contribution that wood panel manufacturers make to the regional and national economies within the UK and to ensure growth for this domestic industry through addressing concerns in terms of the impact of energy policy upon wood security.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Woods and Trees
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/woods-and-trees.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the UK's woods and trees and to discuss the steps necessary to protect, restore and expand them in a time of climate and nature crises.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-12-20
id: Working at Height
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/working-at-height.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
Falls from height and falling objects from height account for the highest number of preventable fatalities and injuries across all sectors in UK industry. The APPG will seek to understand the root causes and propose effective, sensible measures to reduce this toll and send people safely home from work.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-08-07
id: Wrestling
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/wrestling.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote, support, and raise awareness of professional wrestling; to work with the industry to improve it and to build confidence; to celebrate British success in professional wrestling.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Writers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/writers.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To represent the interests of all writers; to safeguard their intellectual property rights; and to ensure they receive a fair level of recognition and reward for their contribution to the economy and society as a whole.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-02-09
id: Yazidis
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/yazidis.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the issue of the Daesh genocide against the Yazidis and ensure comprehensive responses, including justice for the victims and survivors, assistance with their needs, and ensure non-repetition of the atrocities in the future.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Yemen
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/yemen.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To educate parliamentarians about Yemen and to influence the UK government's policy and practice by promoting the cause of peace, human rights, justice and development for all the people of Yemen.


earliest_recorded_date: 2018-04-26
id: Yoga in Society
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/yoga-in-society.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To support wellbeing across the UK by disseminating the benefits of yoga through a biomedical lens. The APPG is focused on designing constructive ways to integrate yoga into schools, healthcare, occupational health, and criminal justice, and within Parliament by endeavouring to offer free classes to all who work there.


earliest_recorded_date: 2017-01-06
id: Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/yorkshire-and-northern-lincolnshire.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To bring MPs of all parties together with key leaders - those in local government, the private sector and social enterprise - to help maximise future investment in the region for the benefit of all local communities and economies.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-09-07
id: Young Carers and Young Adult Carers
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/young-carers-and-young-adult-carers.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
A forum for key issues affecting young carers and young adult carers, championing their involvement and voice, to be addressed collaboratively by parliamentarians. To encourage improved support, services and recognition. Other key stakeholders such as the public and third sectors will also be brought together.


earliest_recorded_date: 2020-02-24
id: Youth Action against Climate Change
latest_recorded_date: 2022-05-04
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/220504/youth-action-against-climate-change.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To provide a forum for young people to engage with parliamentarians on issues related to climate change; to promote horizontal inclusion of young people concerned with the issue related to climate change; to raise the profile of climate change issues affecting constituencies across UK; to encourage behavioural change on local and global levels; to inform interactions among parliamentarians, youth, NGOs, and experts.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Youth Affairs
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/youth-affairs.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise the profile of issues which affect and concern young people; to encourage dialogue between parliamentarians, young people and youth services; and to encourage a co-ordinated and coherent approach to policy making on youth affairs.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Youth Employment
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/youth-employment.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To promote youth employment in all its forms and the role of young people within the economy; to ensure that young people's voices are heard; to highlight the need for quality opportunities; and to share best practice.


earliest_recorded_date: 2022-03-23
id: Zambia
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/zambia.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
The group will endeavour to deepen the relationship between the UK and Zambia, and will meet with diplomats, politicians and businesses based in Zambia towards that end.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Zimbabwe
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/zimbabwe.htm
register_link: Country Group
purpose:
To support democratic governance in Zimbabwe and to foster good relations between Zimbabwe and the UK.


earliest_recorded_date: 2016-02-03
id: Zoos and Aquariums
latest_recorded_date: 2022-11-30
latest_register_entry: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm/cmallparty/221130/zoos-and-aquariums.htm
register_link: Subject Group
purpose:
To raise awareness of the conservation, education, research and animal welfare work of British zoos and aquariums, highlighting best practice and promoting the international reputation of zoos and aquariums; and to facilitate relevant conversations around the issues faced by this profession.


