Data.parliament.uk API vs Gladia
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Data.parliament.uk API vs Gladia: common questions
Which is more reliable, Data.parliament.uk API or Gladia?
On our scheduled checks, Gladia leads on measured uptime — Data.parliament.uk API at —% versus Gladia at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Data.parliament.uk API and Gladia need an API key?
Both ask you to authenticate — Data.parliament.uk API uses an API key and Gladia uses an API key. Each key is free to obtain; the Auth and Card-required rows above spell out the signup terms.
Can I call Data.parliament.uk API and Gladia from the browser?
Yes — both Data.parliament.uk API and Gladia send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Data.parliament.uk API and Gladia free for commercial use?
Data.parliament.uk API has unclear commercial terms, and Gladia has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.