In this blog, the directors of SKAPE examine some of the key issues that are facing anybody interested in studying or better understanding the relationship between science, knowledge and policy.

In this blog, I offer a summary of my recent book. I examine how MPs and officials interpret the idea of ‘parliamentary scrutiny’, and how the diversity of views on this concept affects the everyday practices of actually undertaking or ‘enacting’ scrutiny along the committee corridor.

I consider the potential impact that the recent Conservative victory may have on effective parliamentary scrutiny. The blog discusses the current government’s agenda for legislative reform and the changes that may shake-up the staffing of key parliamentary roles.

I take a look back at the Speakership of John Bercow, who steps down from his role at the end of October 2019. I look at his role in Brexit, but also the wider and possibly longer term consequences of his term in office.