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Yes, diary reminders will be sent by PKS along with the initial set of dates for each scheme.
Yes. We will be ensuring that you have footage and photos of your experiences on the Schemes
Both. International travel is covered by PKS, while UK travel is covered by IPSA, where appropriate. No modules will take place in Parliament.
No. MPs will not be asked to contribute to the costs of the Schemes.
Yes, all schemes are cross-party and impartial.
Yes, relevant briefing materials will be provided to both MPs and accompanying staff where appropriate.
Yes. You will given access to your Members scheme plans and timings.
No, you will not receive gifts from any delivery partners across the schemes.
We aim to provide 3-6 months' notice for all activities.
Yes, the first four module dates are included for each scheme when you apply.
Please see our Board Members section on the website for your party representative.
The Schemes offer a blend of experiences across thematic areas, giving MPs opportunities to gain a comprehensive understanding of how topics and organisations interconnect, moving beyond traditional briefings to real-world context.
You can contact PKS directly, your party's Whips' Office, or your party's Board representative.
If a Member is in any doubt about the requirement to make a registration or declaration, they should contact the Registrar’s Office at commonsregistrar@parliament.uk
Travel is booked through the Parliamentary Travel Team wherever possible, within IPSA budget guidelines
Parliament always comes first. We schedule schemes during non-sitting days and recess periods wherever possible. If Parliament is recalled, we will facilitate your return to Westminster.
If you are unable to attend the Scheme modules and its clear you aren't going to graduate then you will removed from the course.
We understand that parliamentary duties take priority and this is why we have a credit system. Contact PKS as soon as possible if you need to miss a module due to parliamentary business.
Some food will be covered by PKS or delivery partners - this will be made clear in advance. You can also use your £25 IPSA subsistence budget.
Accommodation, travel, and some meals are covered whilst you are on the Schemes. When travelling in the UK IPSA funding , where relevant, will cover travel costs. PKS covers some food costs, as do delivery partners, and you can use your IPSA subsistence budget when in the UK.
The Parliamentary Knowledge Schemes (PKS) work in collaboration with the Speaker's Office to broaden MPs' knowledge across a range of thematic areas through structured, impartial programmes of activities.
Yes, each scheme operates at local, national, and international levels, ensuring relevance to your constituency work and opportunities for experiences in your community.
No. The schemes provide value and experiences for all MPs and Peers. Regardless of how long you have been in Parliament.
UK travel and subsistence are covered by IPSA where relevant.
Yes, schemes are open to MPs every year, and you can participate in different schemes in subsequent years.
We aim to provide 3-6 months' notice for all activities to assist with diary management.
The cohort for each scheme will, wherever possible, reflect the composition of the Chamber. The Speaker's Office and each party's Whips Office are consulted on MPs selected for each scheme.
Similar to an academic programme, you need a certain number of credits to graduate. For overseas or particularly popular trips, you'll need to have earned a certain number of credits to participate.
You claim costs as you would for any usual IPSA claim.
Like similar organisations who work in parliament, we are funded by a mixture of foundations, businesses, charites and institutions who provide their time, financial support, or services in kind. We will publish a full list of collaborators for each scheme.
No, your constituency makes no difference to your eligibility or selection.
Follow the link on our website and complete the application form.
Yes, delivery partners are updated on the website for each scheme as they are officially confirmed.
Participants in the scheme are not required to register their involvement in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. However, Members who are trustees of the scheme should register that position under Category 8: Miscellaneous within 28 days of taking up the position.
The rules on declaring interests in Parliamentary proceedings are set out in Chapter 2 of the Code of Conduct and Guide to the Rules. You will need to declare your participation when relevant. This includes declaring visits to companies or organisations you have visited as part of the scheme.
Each scheme operates on a credit-based system. You need to achieve a certain number of credits to graduate. While we understand you might not be able to attend every module, we expect 80% attendance to graduate from the scheme.
No, the schemes should not cost you anything from your office budget.
Absolutely, each scheme will have several spaces reserved for Peers.
No, once you are on a scheme you are committed to completing that course as per the credits system
This depends on the specific scheme and visit but we welcome Staffer involvement. Please contact PKS to discuss arrangements for staff attendance.
No, you can only participate in one scheme per year.
No, please do not share details of trips or visits prior to attending.
Yes, we will publish full lists of our partners and how they have contributed to PKS on our website after our official launch.
Yes, we welcome applications from all MPs, provided you can meet the time commitments.
Yes, but please list your preference for each scheme when applying.
No. We are an impartial, non-profit social enterprise focused on knowledge sharing.
No, we are not an interest group like an APPG. We are working on behalf of the House to provide profesional and structured learning schemes rather than advocacy.
Yes, MPs who achieve the required credits and complete their scheme will receive a certificate of completion at the Graduation dinner.
Yes, you are covered by Parliamentary travel insurance.
We have been inspired by the excellent work of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme and the former Police and Fire Schemes sharing many of the same goals. Our agreement with The House is the same as the AFPS's, but we are a separate organisation.
