We're abuzz as the new Parliament gets back to business after the general election. The end of this week and year look busy for everyone here in Westminster.
So far this week, members of the new @HouseofCommons have appointed the Speaker, @LindsayHoyle_MP, and have been swearing oaths of allegiance.
π Tomorrow sees the formal start to UK Parliament's year, the #StateOpening of Parliament. The last State Opening was in October, before the general election.
State Opening brings together all three parts of Parliament: the Commons, the Lords and the monarch. The #QueensSpeech, read by the Queen in the House of Lords, sets out the government's plans for the year ahead.
We'll be LIVE from #StateOpening tomorrow morning, and we'll do our best to answer your questions about what's coming up in your UK Parliament.
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We're #hiring a Head of #Conservation#Architecture who can
π oversee the strategy for building conservation
ποΈ keep the programme of conservation works up to date
π be a great team leader
We're also #hiring a Principal Doorkeeper who can:
πͺ lead a busy team of 22 Doorkeepers
π ensure the smooth running of ceremonial events
π remain calm and prioritise in a fast-paced environment
Recently we've shared the people, stories, and secret histories behind 150 years of the Palace of Westminster. See what you've learned in our quiz! β¬οΈ
(π€« Psst: No one sees your choices, so don't worry about getting it wrong! We'll be back with answers later.)
Today is #AskACurator Day, and we have 3 specialist curators answering your questions on our Parliamentary Art, Historic Furniture and Architectural Fabric Collections! πΌοΈπͺπͺ
Let's hear your questions and their answers β¬
First over to our Parliamentary Art expert Melanie π¨πΌοΈβοΈ
π¬ "How many works are hidden away in storage? Do they get put on display in rotation?" β
80% of our 9,000 artworks are on display - a high percentage compared to many museums. We do rotate the works on display - some are fragile and can only be displayed for short periods.