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Inquiries allow committees to consider oral and written evidence on a particular topic. They usually result in the publication of a report.
Non-inquiry work
Regular evidence sessions
Some committees take evidence from certain officeholders or organisations on a regular basis outside the structure of an inquiry.
Pre-appointment hearings
People nominated to certain public offices may be examined by a committee to assess their suitability and plans for the role.
Non-inquiry sessions
Non-inquiry sessions are brief packages of work that will not necessarily result in a report. They may be used to revisit previous inquiry topics or take evidence on a topical matter.
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Justice Committee to hold first evidence session of its rehabilitation and resettlement inquiry: ending the cycle of reoffending
Justice Committee to hold first evidence session of its rehabilitation and resettlement inquiry: ending the cycle of reoffending
31 January 2025

Report publication: Appointment of Chief Inspector of HMCPSI
The cross-party committee of MPs, chaired by Labour MP Andy Slaughter, concludes that Mr Rogers meets the criteria for the position and endorses his appointment
29 January 2025

Specialist Advisers sought for inquiry into Rehabilitation and resettlement: ending the cycle of reoffending
The Justice Select Committee seeks to appoint up to three Specialist Advisers for its inquiry into the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders
28 January 2025
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