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The Book of Common Prayer: 350 Years Anniversary

Explore the history of the Book of Common Prayer, which came into use on 24 August 1662

Art House Schools

A set of films, teaching notes and a competition designed to engage primary school students with the art in Parliament

Summer opening of Parliament Tours

Guided tours include the Commons and Lords Chambers, the Queen's Robing Room, the Royal Gallery and Westminster Hall

Olympic Britain book released Olympic Britain

A Commons Library publication which tells the story of social and economic change in the UK since the two previous London Games

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