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Following the adjournment of the House of Lords today, both Houses of Parliament have now risen for summer recess. They are due to return on Tuesday 1 September 2026.

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The House of Commons has risen for summer recess and will return on Tuesday 1 September 2026.

Find out more: https://t.co/gSiQm16mGL

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You can see their work in Westminster Hall by booking a free ticket. The exhibition runs until 2 October 2026. Learn more about the work: https://t.co/dE8a3qpftz

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Caroline Walker’s work ‘Ceremonies of Mourning’ captures the women who contributed to the Lying-in-State of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

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Walker was one of six artists invited to observe and record the historic moment.

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Detail from ‘The Queue’ © Dryden Goodwin, courtesy of UK Parliament WOA 7812
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When Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II lay in state at Parliament, six artists were invited to capture their unique perspective of this historic moment ⬇️

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Learn more about Dryden’s work: https://t.co/AbjwSJpW1v

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Following the conclusion of today's business, the House of Commons has now risen for summer recess.

The House of Lords is due to rise for recess on Thursday 23 July.

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The House of Commons has risen for summer recess and will return on Tuesday 1 September 2026.

Find out more: https://t.co/gSiQm16mGL

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/ixDwLq1w5d

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/8FVzrBwc6a

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/io7MNhFM3L

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/YyjfaYgGBZ

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/F5DYlEO5gC

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🚨 NEW EPISODE 🚨

My #podcast guest is the Iranian-born Bishop of Chelmsford @Guli_FD. She tells a remarkable personal story of survival, resilience & forgiveness - and the significance of a pillowcase @UKHouseofLords @churchstate @churchofengland 🧵1/2

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🔴 Watch Prime Minister's Questions live.

This is when the PM or a nominated minister faces questions from MPs from 12 midday every sitting Wednesday.

➡️ https://t.co/vMVJ7q8h3D

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Remember to hashtag and set your location to Big Ben for a chance to be featured 📍

#BigBen #ElizabethTower #PalaceofWestminster

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June or January? 🌦️

Thanks to Instagram user javan for sharing this rainy shot of the Elizabeth Tower.

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Big Ben tours are indoors and tickets are now available for September.

Book your visit here: https://t.co/yKglInbHdV