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uk-parliament-members-data-platform

Query the MNIS Members Data Platform for UK parliamentary member records.

1|Updated Apr 30, 2026
Search Tags:#api#historical-data#data-retrieval#parliament#uk-politics#mnis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danbri/forgetmenot --skill uk-parliament-members-data-platform
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Skill: uk-parliament-members-data-platform
Source: https://github.com/danbri/forgetmenot/tree/main/skills/members-data-platform
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danbri/forgetmenot --skill uk-parliament-members-data-platform

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires node, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides access to the legacy Members Data Platform (MNIS), enabling retrieval of historical parliamentary data, specific status flags, and staff records that are not available through the modern Members API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Historical Querying: Access detailed historical compositions and member records using specific filter predicates.
  • Legacy Integration: Maintain compatibility with existing systems that rely on the MNIS pipe-separated URL syntax.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to generate a report on the state of parties in the House of Commons on a specific historical date or to retrieve detailed biographical entries for former members.

Quick Start

Use the uk-parliament-members-data-platform skill to retrieve the current list of Commons members as JSON.

Frequently Asked Questions about uk-parliament-members-data-platform

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve historical UK Parliament member data using the MNIS platform?▼

You can retrieve historical UK Parliament member data by querying the legacy MNIS Members Data Platform, which facilitates complex filtering of member records, party affiliations, and committee memberships using pipe-separated URL predicates.

Can I get UK parliamentary committee membership and party affiliation data in JSON?▼

Yes, you can retrieve UK parliamentary committee membership and party affiliation data in both XML and JSON output formats, ensuring integration compatibility with both legacy and modern data pipelines.

Why use the legacy MNIS Members Data Platform instead of the modern Members API?▼

The legacy MNIS Members Data Platform is used instead of the modern Members API to access historical parliamentary data, specific status flags, and staff records that are not available through the newer interface.

What's the best way to filter UK Parliament member records for a specific historical date?▼

The best way to filter UK Parliament member records for a specific historical date is by applying the MNIS pipe-separated URL predicates to generate detailed reports on the state of parties in the House of Commons.

Do I need Node.js to query UK Parliament member information from the MNIS?▼

Yes, you need Node.js installed in your environment to use the scripts provided by this skill to query the legacy MNIS Members Data Platform for UK Parliament member information.

Does the legacy MNIS data platform support retrieving biographical entries for former members?▼

Yes, the legacy MNIS data platform supports retrieving detailed biographical entries for former members, allowing you to access historical compositions and specific member records not available in the modern API.

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