" .. for decades they (the publishers of the Parliamentary Yearbook) have been providing not only a unique and essential reference to all of us within Westminster but - more importantly - extending this information to everyone outside Parliament, from sixth formers to pensioners. In its scope, the Parliamentary Yearbook is unparalleled; in its detail, it is meticulous"
Rt Hon Sir George Young, Leader of the House of Commons
"The Parliamentary Yearbook plays a key role in mapping out the new structures brought about by the Government's constitutional reform programme. I commend it to all those who work in Westminster and to those who have an interest in the workings of Parliament and Government"
Rt Hon Tony Blair, Prime Minister 1997-2007
"This excellent reference work has gained in reputation, now serving as a daily guide for those who regularly conduct business within and around the precincts of the Palace of Westminster. This publication helps to guide Parliamentarians and Parliament workers through that maze. I recommend it to all parliamentary enthusiasts for the busy year that lies ahead"
Rt Hon Kenneth Clarke QC MP, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice
"The Parliamentary Diary provides an essential source of information about Parliament and, more than ever, it is important that Parliament communicates clearly with the public so that debates about Parliament are rooted in knowledge of its role and functions"
Rt Hon Baroness Hayman of Dartmouth Park, Lord Speaker
"This is an important year for Parliament. I'd like to congratulate the publishers of the Parliamentary Yearbook for providing a useful tool in holding us to account. The British people want a new politics. We must now deliver it." Rt Hon Nick Clegg MP,
Deputy Prime Minister
". a valuable guide to parliament, both in terms of our procedures and our personalities. The yearbook is in daily use, and it may be of interest to know that it is kept in a special compartment in the Speaker's Chair, and regularly consulted! My deputies and I know their names, we are not always certain of their backgrounds and their angles!"
Rt Hon Bernard Wetherill, Speaker of the House of Commons 1983-92
"I believe we are all helped by publications such as the Parliamentary Yearbook, which performs a valuable function in keeping all with an interest in Parliament and Government updated and informed"
Rt Hon Marjorie Mowlam MP (1949-2005)
"The Yearbook and Diary is an invaluable source of reference not only to those of us involved in current issues and legislation but to all who seek to unravel the peculiarities of this unique institution. Most importantly, it fulfils a vital function in broadening the understanding of our Parliamentary process"
Rt Hon Lord Ashdown of Norton-sub-Hamdon KCMG, KBE, Leader of the Liberal Democrats 1988-99
"Both the Parliamentary Yearbook and Diary have become key works of reference, not just for politicians, but for a much wider audience. As there will be many new faces in all the Parties represented in the House, this book will become even more useful and necessary"
Rt Hon Kenneth Baker CH MP, now Lord Baker of Dorking, Home Secretary 1990-92
"This will come in most useful and (I am) extremely grateful"
Rt Hon Baroness Thatcher LG OM PC FRS, Prime Minister 1979-1990
"The yearbook is an invaluable source of information for all those who work at the Palace of Westminster, as well as for those with an interest in how Parliament Works"
Baroness Amos PC, Leader of the House of Lords & Lord President of the Council 2003-07
"My congratulations to Blakes, the Publisher, because I remember, as if it were yesterday , the publication's first appearance. As always the information contained herein is of increasing value"
Rt Hon Lord Martin of Springburn PC, Speaker of the House of Commons 2000-09
“Thankyousomuchfor our copy of the Parliamentary Yearbook ……. we are delighted with our pages –
andagain–thankyoufor the opportunity to be included. It is a very interesting publication and full of useful information”
Margaret McVeigh,Chief Executive, Springboard for Children
“ …… the Parliamentary Yearbook is referred to in Parliamentary debates and is supplied to members of the House of Commons and the House of Lords as well as key industry figures”
Avi Barr, Head of Leases for Landlords
“ ……. this (the Parliamentary Yearbook) is a handsome document and we are very happy with our contribution to it.”
Paul Logan MA, MBA, Headteacher, Finham Park School
“ ……. it’s a fabulous reference book”
Angie Robinson, Chief Executive, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
“ …… I found this (the Parliamentary Yearbook) a great read”
Sir RoccoForte,Chairman,TheRoccoForteCollection
“Iwasverypleasedtobeaskedtowritethepiece forinclusion (in theParliamentaryYearbook)…since doing theeditorial,I was asked to talk on the BBC’s Politics Show about problems with asbestos
disposal”
Gary Bramwell, Managing Director, AsbesteX Ltd
“Weareverypleasedthatourworkon liquorlicensingandencouragingresponsibledrinkingisbeing usedasanexampleofbest practice”
Philip Tart, assistant director for legal and democratic services, Dudley Council
“Forest ads also appeared in Blake's Parliamentary Yearbook …… calls continued to flood in to the
Forestoffice”
Simon Clark,Director, Forest
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ParliamentaryYearbookasaTrainerofExcellence”
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B Tregunna, Chief Fire Officer & Chief Executive, Derbyshire Fire Authority
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