👓 Visiting Parliament

The UK Parliament

Members of the public can attend debates at the Palace of Westminster by visiting the public galleries in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

You can request tickets in advance by writing to your local MP, or you can line up at the public entrance on the day of the debate. Admission is free of charge. However, there may be long queues, particularly for the House of Commons, with wait times of one to two hours. Access to the House of Lords is usually easier.

Northern Ireland Assembly

Elected representatives in Northern Ireland, called MLAs, convene at Stormont in Belfast for meetings at the Northern Ireland Assembly.

To arrange a visit to Stormont, you can either reach out to the Northern Ireland Assembly Education Service or visit their website for more information.

Scottish Parliament

In Scotland, elected representatives known as MSPs gather at the Scottish Parliament building located at Holyrood in Edinburgh.

For information, ticket booking, or arranging tours, you can contact visitor services. Additionally, you have the option to write or email them directly.

The Senedd

In Wales, elected representatives known as MSs convene at the Senedd building situated in Cardiff Bay.

To arrange guided tours or secure seats in the public galleries at the Senedd, you can contact the Senedd Booking Service for bookings.