Information between 26th January 2026 - 25th February 2026
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 61 Noes - 311 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 91 Noes - 378 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Committee - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 61 Noes - 311 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Committee - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 91 Noes - 378 |
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3 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 458 Noes - 104 |
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4 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Angus MacDonald voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 392 Noes - 116 |
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Angus MacDonald speeches from: Firearms Licensing
Angus MacDonald contributed 1 speech (50 words) Monday 23rd February 2026 - Westminster Hall Home Office |
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Angus MacDonald speeches from: Road Safety
Angus MacDonald contributed 2 speeches (241 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Commons Chamber HM Treasury |
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Angus MacDonald speeches from: Taxation: Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Angus MacDonald contributed 3 speeches (247 words) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 - Westminster Hall HM Treasury |
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Angus MacDonald speeches from: Rural Broadband: Installation
Angus MacDonald contributed 2 speeches (84 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Science, Innovation & Technology |
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Electricity: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 27th January 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what guidance Ofgem provides to electricity network operators on timescales for rectifying infrastructure found to be operating above permitted noise levels. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Noise from electricity network infrastructure is not regulated by Ofgem. Ofgem’s remit covers the economic regulation of network operators and the protection of consumers. |
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Electricity: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 27th January 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what discussions his Department has had with Ofgem on the enforcement of noise standards for electricity transmission infrastructure. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Noise from electricity network infrastructure is not regulated by Ofgem. Ofgem’s remit covers the economic regulation of network operators and the protection of consumers. |
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Electricity: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 27th January 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what guidance his Department provides on escalation mechanisms available to communities where an electricity network operator has acknowledged non-compliance with permitted noise levels but remediation has not been delivered. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) For operational infrastructure, in England and Wales any noise concerns should be raised to local planning authorities in line with the Environmental Protection Act 1990. You can report an noise nuisance via: Report a noise nuisance to your council - GOV.UK. For Scotland, powers in this act relating to noise and statutory nuisance are devolved to Scottish Government.
In England and Wales where a project meets the threshold for an Environmental Impact Assessment, developers are required to assess and mitigate noise impacts. They are similarly required to do so at the planning stage in accordance with the National Policy Statement EN‑5 and the National Planning Policy Framework. |
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VAT: Northern Ireland
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Wednesday 28th January 2026 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of the VAT registration threshold on the UK’s obligations under the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland as amended by the Windsor Framework. Answered by Dan Tomlinson - Exchequer Secretary (HM Treasury) VAT policy, including the VAT registration threshold, applies on a UK-wide basis and operates in Northern Ireland in line with the UK’s international obligations under the Windsor Framework. The VAT registration threshold is consistent with the operation of the Framework. |
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Civil Servants: Workplace Pensions
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Thursday 29th January 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of delays in payment of the Civil Service pension on people in receipt of that pension. Answered by Anna Turley - Minister without Portfolio (Cabinet Office) In November 2023, the Cabinet Office awarded the contract to administer the Civil Service Pension Scheme to Capita. This was under the previous government. The Scheme transferred to Capita on 1 December 2025. We are aware that Capita’s current performance is having a detrimental impact on some members.
We are working urgently with Capita to resolve these issues, and to ensure that civil servants, both former and serving, receive the quality of service and support they deserve.
We have established a cross-departmental team to work with Capita to develop and implement a recovery plan. Alongside this, Capita is increasing staffing in key areas, to increase processing times in relation to new retirements and support for members, particularly those impacted by delays.
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Civil Servants: Workplace Pensions
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Thursday 29th January 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what steps his Department is taking to help tackle delays in payment of the Civil Service pension. Answered by Anna Turley - Minister without Portfolio (Cabinet Office) In November 2023, the Cabinet Office awarded the contract to administer the Civil Service Pension Scheme to Capita. This was under the previous government. The Scheme transferred to Capita on 1 December 2025. We are aware that Capita’s current performance is having a detrimental impact on some members.
We are working urgently with Capita to resolve these issues, and to ensure that civil servants, both former and serving, receive the quality of service and support they deserve.
We have established a cross-departmental team to work with Capita to develop and implement a recovery plan. Alongside this, Capita is increasing staffing in key areas, to increase processing times in relation to new retirements and support for members, particularly those impacted by delays.
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Aviation: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Friday 30th January 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what measures her Department is taking to review the adequacy of the exclusion of aircraft noise from the statutory nuisance regime, particularly in relation to communities affected by regular helicopter overflight. Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Government’s overall policy on aviation noise is to balance the economic and consumer benefits of aviation against its social and health implications.
The Air Navigation Guidance 2017 provided by the Department to the Civil Aviation Authority urges helicopter operators to fly with consideration for communities that may live under their flightpath. The Department has also sought to encourage pilots to follow other available guidance, such as that produced by the British Helicopter Association which encourages pilots to fly as high as possible within safety and operational limits.
Aircraft and traffic noise is not included as a statutory nuisance under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The Government believes it is not practical for local authorities to enforce noise from these sources, and that aviation noise is better managed through specific Government policies tailored to individual noise sources. Powers under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 are devolved in Scotland.
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Aviation: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Friday 30th January 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what measures her Department is taking to ensure that an appropriate balance is struck between helicopter operations and the impact of aviation noise on communities located beneath established helicopter routes. Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Government’s overall policy on aviation noise is to balance the economic and consumer benefits of aviation against its social and health implications.
The Air Navigation Guidance 2017 provided by the Department to the Civil Aviation Authority urges helicopter operators to fly with consideration for communities that may live under their flightpath. The Department has also sought to encourage pilots to follow other available guidance, such as that produced by the British Helicopter Association which encourages pilots to fly as high as possible within safety and operational limits.
Aircraft and traffic noise is not included as a statutory nuisance under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The Government believes it is not practical for local authorities to enforce noise from these sources, and that aviation noise is better managed through specific Government policies tailored to individual noise sources. Powers under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 are devolved in Scotland.
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Aviation: Noise
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Friday 30th January 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of existing monitoring and data collection arrangements for helicopter movements in uncontrolled airspace, including over residential areas. Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Department for Transport does not monitor aircraft movements within uncontrolled airspace and therefore has not made any assessment of existing monitoring and data collection arrangements for helicopter movements in uncontrolled airspace.
The Civil Aviation Authority, as the UK's independent regulator for civil aviation, manages and regulates the use of UK airspace. Uncontrolled airspace enables aircraft to operate freely and without the need to follow set routes, whilst abiding by the Rules of the Air Regulation 2015.
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Science: Research
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment he has made of the impact of pharmaceutical and medical device R&D site closures on the trends in the levels of UK’s scientific research capacity since 2010. Answered by Kanishka Narayan - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) The Government has made no formal assessment of the impact of pharmaceutical and medical device R&D site closures on trends in the UK’s scientific research capacity since 2010. The Government does monitor the health of the UK life sciences sector, including R&D performed by UK businesses. Office for National Statistics data shows £9.3 billion of pharmaceutical R&D was performed by UK businesses in 2024, accounting for almost 17% of all R&D undertaken by UK businesses. We are actively working with industry to boost the UK’s competitiveness and significantly grow the volume of private sector R&D and manufacturing in the UK over the next decade. For instance, the up to £520 million Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund and the pilot £50m Transformational R&D Investment Fund, which are supporting companies like UCB to invest in innovative early manufacturing in the UK. |
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High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what comparative assessment her Department has made of the impact of the High Income Child Benefit Charge threshold on single-earner and two-earner households. Answered by Dan Tomlinson - Exchequer Secretary (HM Treasury) The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) applies to Child Benefit recipients, or their partner, who has an adjusted net income of £60,000 or more. An individual’s adjusted net income is their total taxable income before any Personal Allowances and less certain tax reliefs.
The HICBC threshold was increased to £60,000 in April 2024, which took 170,000 families out of paying this tax charge in 2024/25. The point at which Child Benefit is fully withdrawn was also raised to £80,000. The HICBC threshold was £50,000 prior to 6 April 2024.
The adjusted net income threshold of £60,000 ensures the Government supports the majority of Child Benefit claimants, whilst keeping welfare expenditure sustainable.
HICBC is calculated on an individual rather than a household basis, in line with other income tax policy. In the Autumn Budget 2024, the Chancellor announced that there are no current plans to change to a system where HICBC is calculated on a household income basis, as it is estimated this would cost up to £1.4 billion or would require some families currently in receipt of Child Benefit and outside the scope of the tax charge to lose out. As with all elements of tax policy the Government keeps HICBC under review as part of its Budget process. |
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High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she plans to review the income threshold for the High Income Child Benefit Charge. Answered by Dan Tomlinson - Exchequer Secretary (HM Treasury) The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) applies to Child Benefit recipients, or their partner, who has an adjusted net income of £60,000 or more. An individual’s adjusted net income is their total taxable income before any Personal Allowances and less certain tax reliefs.
The HICBC threshold was increased to £60,000 in April 2024, which took 170,000 families out of paying this tax charge in 2024/25. The point at which Child Benefit is fully withdrawn was also raised to £80,000. The HICBC threshold was £50,000 prior to 6 April 2024.
The adjusted net income threshold of £60,000 ensures the Government supports the majority of Child Benefit claimants, whilst keeping welfare expenditure sustainable.
HICBC is calculated on an individual rather than a household basis, in line with other income tax policy. In the Autumn Budget 2024, the Chancellor announced that there are no current plans to change to a system where HICBC is calculated on a household income basis, as it is estimated this would cost up to £1.4 billion or would require some families currently in receipt of Child Benefit and outside the scope of the tax charge to lose out. As with all elements of tax policy the Government keeps HICBC under review as part of its Budget process. |
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Energy: Artificial Intelligence
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to ensure transparency from AI companies on the level of their energy usage. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Large AI companies in the UK must report energy and carbon use under The Streamlined Energy & Carbon Reporting (SECR) framework. Many companies also voluntarily report their Power Utilisation Effectiveness, which is the industry standard measure of efficiency of a data centre. Government is assessing the relevant technologies and metrics involved in its drive towards building a sustainable energy system as part of the AI Energy Council. |
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Mobile Phones: Infrastructure
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Monday 2nd February 2026 Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the resilience of mobile communications infrastructure during prolonged power outages. Answered by Kanishka Narayan - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) I refer the hon. Member to the answers I gave on 21 January 2026 to Question UINs 104628, 104629, and 104630. |
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Telecommunications: Infrastructure
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Monday 2nd February 2026 Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether his Department plans to request that Ofcom introduces new mandates for telecom resilience requirements, including adequate on-site, built-in resilience measures, particularly backup power via batteries at mobile phone masts and increasing the mandated minimum amount of backup power via batteries. Answered by Kanishka Narayan - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) I refer the hon. Member to the answers I gave on 21 January 2026 to Question UINs 104628, 104629, and 104630. |
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Scientists: Recruitment
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Wednesday 4th February 2026 Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking to support the retention and re-employment of UK scientists alongside plans to recruit scientists from overseas. Answered by Kanishka Narayan - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) The government is committed to ensuring universities and research institutions remain internationally competitive, with long-term career sustainability. DSIT has allocated £38.6 billion to UKRI over four years, including £14 billion for curiosity-driven research. DSIT supports talent at all career stages to help researchers build and sustain careers here, with over £5 billion of investment to attract and retain talent over four years. This includes government funding to train doctoral and postdoctoral researchers and deliver globally prestigious fellowship and professorship schemes through UKRI and the National Academies. The UK’s new Global Talent Fund has already announced eight leading researchers as successful awardees. |
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Scientists: Redundancy
Asked by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) Tuesday 10th February 2026 Question to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what estimate he has made of the number of UK-trained scientists who have left the UK workforce following redundancies in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors over the past 15 years. Answered by Kanishka Narayan - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) Government has not made an estimate of the number of UK-trained scientists who have left the workforce following redundancies in these sectors over the past 15-years. Over that period there have been both redundancies and the start of many new companies. Life Sciences is a vibrant and growing sector supported by the recently published Life Sciences Sector Plan and over £2 billion of government investment. Skills England estimate that employment could increase by up to 100,000 by 2030 if past growth trends continue. The Office for Life Sciences is working with Government colleagues and sector stakeholders to ensure access to a domestic pipeline of skilled workers. This includes support for RESILIENCE, the UK Medicines Manufacturing Skills Centre of Excellence. |
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Monday 2nd February 20 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) That this House offers its sincere condolences to the families of Lewis Knox, 16, Fergus Ward, 17, and Jordan Cameron, 17, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident in the Scottish Highlands; notes with deep concern the disproportionately high number of road traffic accidents involving drivers in their … |
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Monday 27th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 94 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn) That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to ban the use of snares in England and is heartened that the governments of Wales and Scotland have already successfully implemented such a ban; notes that a 2016 motion calling for a ban on snares was passed unanimously, and further, that a … |
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Tuesday 6th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 US military attack on Venezuela 42 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East) That this House condemns in the strongest terms the military aggression ordered by Donald Trump against Venezuela on Saturday 3 January, which involved widespread aerial bombardment, loss of life and the kidnapping of Venezuela’s President; notes that this action constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and the principles of … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 79 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr) That this House expresses grave concern at the executive order signed on 29 January 2026 by US President Donald Trump, which unjustifiably declares Cuba as an “extraordinary threat” to the national security of the United States and authorises new sanctions against any country supplying oil to Cuba; notes that Cuba … |
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Tuesday 20th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 UK digital sovereignty strategy 45 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Siân Berry (Green Party - Brighton Pavilion) That this House notes that government services, democratic functions and critical infrastructure increasingly depend on a small number of external digital suppliers; further notes that excessive concentration and inadequate exit or substitution planning expose the public sector to risks including service withdrawal, sanctions, commercial failure, geopolitical disruption and unilateral changes … |
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Monday 2nd March Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 36 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House commends the invaluable and life-saving work being carried out by both Clarissa’s Campaign and Cardiac Risk in the Young; welcomes the major research paper produced by researchers based City St George's, University of London and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; notes their call for repeat … |
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Monday 2nd March Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne) That this House recognises Sunday 8 March 2026 as the Covid-19 Day of Reflection as a time to remember those who lost their lives since the pandemic began and to acknowledge the profound impact the pandemic had on our country during an unprecedented time; pays tribute to those who worked … |
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Monday 2nd March Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 National Keep Britain Tidy Campaign 15 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Joshua Reynolds (Liberal Democrat - Maidenhead) That this House recognises the growing problem of litter in public spaces across the United Kingdom and the burden it places on local communities, councils, and the environment; notes the valuable work being carried out by community groups and parish councils, including Bray Parish Council in Maidenhead, which has invested … |
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Monday 2nd March Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Funding for rural fire and rescue services 30 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House recognises the outstanding and lifesaving work by Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service and fire services across the United Kingdom; notes with concern the proposed closure of Charmouth and Maiden Newton Fire Stations in West Dorset; further notes that the proposals are driven by sustained central … |
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Friday 4th October Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Scientific hearing on animal experiments 78 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington) That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth, with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Stamp Duty liability for periodic tenancies 19 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House notes that periodic tenancies under the Renters' Rights Act could become liable for stamp duty; notes with concern that this will mean hundreds of thousands of tenants have to pay stamp duty over the next few years; recognises that renters were neglected by the former Government who … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 46 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Wednesday 11 February 2026; recognises the vital contributions of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout history, including those whose achievements have been overlooked; acknowledges that stereotypes in education, a lack of female role models … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat - Melksham and Devizes) That this House congratulates Peter Quinney for winning two gold medals at an adult trampolining championship at the age of 91; commends the effort he has put in with his fellow competitors to win these awards; congratulates him for returning to the sport after over 40 years, being British trampolining … |
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Monday 9th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern that Thatcham level crossing is closed for approximately 30 minutes in every hour during peak times; recognises the frustration caused by these prolonged closures for regular commuters and the significant social and economic impact this has on the local community; further recognises that there … |
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Wednesday 4th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 World Cancer Day and breast cancer 39 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House marks World Cancer Day by recognising the urgent need to improve the early detection of breast cancer in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43 per cent of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25 to 49 years; further notes that breast cancer … |
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Thursday 5th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Grey belt policy and the impact on villages and rural communities 21 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes that the December 2024 National Planning Policy Framework, and the December 2025 consultation version, defines the term grey belt planning applications as those on Green Belt land that does not strongly contribute to three Green Belt purposes which all relate to towns and large built-up areas, … |
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Monday 9th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan 43 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House welcomes the publication of the National Cancer Plan and its ambition to meet all cancer targets by 2029; notes with concern the lack of a comprehensive plan for radiotherapy; recognises that while references to Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy are positive, they fall far short of the investment and … |
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Monday 9th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House mourns the passing of Keith Butcher, a much-loved figure in West Berkshire’s sporting community whose dedication helped shape grassroots and youth football in Newbury; recognises his tireless contribution to local clubs, schools, and young people throughout his life; acknowledges the deep affection in which he was held … |
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Monday 9th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Refugee homelessness and the asylum move-on period 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House notes with concern reports that the number of refugee households in England who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has increased fivefold in four years, rising from 3,560 in 2021-22 to 19,310 in 2024-25; further notes evidence from charities and local authorities that this rise is … |
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Tuesday 10th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Removal of statutory consultee status from Sport England 21 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House strongly opposes the removal of statutory consultee status from Sport England from the National Planning Policy Framework; notes that Sport England’s consultee role was established in 1996 to provide specialist national oversight preventing the loss of playing fields; recognises that playing fields provide essential spaces for physical … |
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Tuesday 10th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 185th anniversary of Liszt’s Taunton concert 7 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House congratulates Michael Stembridge-Montavont, Peter Lewis, and the volunteers of Music on the Quantocks for combining on the Liszt on Taunton event featuring international soloist Elisabeth Pion’s recent standing room-only concert and other events in the series commemorating the 185th anniversary of the concert given by Franz Liszt … |
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Tuesday 10th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Elmbridge Primary School Eco-Council 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House commends Elmbridge Primary School for their efforts to engage students in environmental protection and renewable energy initiatives; congratulates the students of Elmbridge’s Eco-Council for active participation in efforts to tackle climate change; recognises the value of their projects, such as proposing the installation of solar panels and … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 Harrogate named UK’s most welcoming destination for 2026 4 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House warmly welcomes the news that Harrogate, while officially a town, has been named in Booking.com’s Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities for 2026, and is the only destination in the United Kingdom to feature in the list; notes that the ranking forms part of Booking.com’s Traveller Review Awards … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 Tetbury Area Youth and Community Trust 6 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Roz Savage (Liberal Democrat - South Cotswolds) That this House recognises the essential role of grassroots, community-led organisations in delivering youth services and strengthening social fabric across the UK; celebrates the work of Tetbury Area Youth & Community Trust (TAYCT) as a leading example, providing vital support to young people and the wider community in the absence … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Community sport spaces and Sport England 16 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House recognises the significant benefits that sport, recreation and physical activity provide to people across the UK; acknowledges the £107 billion contribution they make to the wider economy through improved health and wellbeing as well as reduced costs to public services and the NHS; expresses concern at the … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank 54 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with grave concern reports that the Israeli security cabinet has approved measures which would facilitate the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and further erode the basis of the Palestinian state; condemns statements by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich asserting that the Israeli government … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House celebrates the value of local community spaces, such as clubhouses, village halls and community centres for residents; recognises their vital role as safe hubs to foster healthy living, community relationships and wellbeing; notes that such spaces must be prioritised and protected where development proposals arise; acknowledges the … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over the recreational use of segments of the River Meon for off-road driving; notes that such activity is causing significant damage to the riverbed and constitutes ecological vandalism to one of the UK’s rare chalk stream habitats; underlines the fact that the River Meon … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Signing of the Hamburg Declaration 27 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House marks the signing of the Hamburg Declaration, a clean energy pact with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, which offers the opportunity for the development of the North Sea as a regional, shared, clean energy hub, and an opportunity to addressing energy affordability; recognises that the UK … |
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Wednesday 28th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Prior's Court Children Home Ofsted Outstanding rating 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates Prior’s Court Children Home after being awarded an overall Ofsted rating of Outstanding; praises the astonishing and heartfelt dedication of all Prior’s Court staff, allowing children with special education needs to achieve their potential; commends the strong relationships that have been built between staff and children … |
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Wednesday 28th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 19 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House congratulates local communities which came together to support each other during the January storms; recognises however that the storms exposed weaknesses in and that lessons should be learned by in respect of emergency and resilience plans, including the Met Office’s late declaration of the Red Alert prior … |
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Wednesday 28th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 The Kinneuchar Inn named in Top 50 Gastropubs 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Leven based The Kinneuchar Inn on being named in Estrella Damn's top 50 gastropubs; notes that they are the only Scottish pub to be included in the list; recognises the incredible work of Chef James Ferguson and his partner Alethea Palmer who took the helm of … |
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Wednesday 28th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the career of Mrs Ann Lambert, a dedicated school nurse who provided vital support to young people in Yeovil; recognises that Mrs Lambert is retiring after 16 years of service at Preston School and several years at Stanchester Academy before that; commends the outstanding support Mrs … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Gardens Trust statutory consultee status 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House is concerned by the Government's plans to remove the Gardens Trust as a statutory consultee; recognises that the statutory consultation requirement is an important provision within the limited protections that registered parks and gardens have; notes that removing the consultation requirement is directly damaging by reducing specialist … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 35 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House commemorates Cervical Cancer Awareness Month; celebrates the NHS HPV vaccination programme; praises the success of the HPV vaccine which stops 90% of cervical cancer cases and can reduce incidence in low socioeconomic groups; recognises that each year more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 42 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House recognises the work of hospices and their dedicated staff and volunteers in caring for people and their families at the end of life; notes with concern that the current funding model for hospices is failing patients and is not fit for purpose and that the rise in … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement 30 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Artificial Intelligence chatbots 38 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House notes the rapid advancement and accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots by both adults and children; further notes that many AI chatbots provide human-like responses and are designed to encourage emotional connection, friendship and intimacy; expresses concern that such chatbots are not required to clearly and … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 57 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House supports the Protect Where We Play campaign; notes the concerns raised by the Wiltshire Football Association and grassroots sports organisations across Wiltshire, including in Chippenham, regarding the Government’s proposals to weaken planning protections for playing fields; further notes that the proposed removal of Sport England as a … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 35 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House notes with concern the drop in the number of public toilets, which the British Toilet Association estimates as a decrease of 40% in the last 25 years; recognises, that when mapped onto an increasing population, that equates to roughly one public toilet for every 17,200 people, with … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 47 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House marks World Cancer Day; recognises the almost 3.5 million people living with cancer in the UK; further recognises that cancer remains the biggest overall cause of death for people in the UK; highlights the previous Conservative Government broke its promise on a 10 year cancer plan that … |
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Monday 2nd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 17 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House is concerned by the unannounced changes introduced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in December 2025 to Bird Gathering Licences; regrets that these amendments prohibit sales and exchanges at licensed bird events, prevent Psittaciformes from being exhibited alongside canaries and finches, and require licences … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Financial Support for the Music and Dance Scheme 18 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House notes the vital contribution of the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) in enabling talented young people from all backgrounds to access world-class specialist training in music and dance; further notes that MDS providers have historically operated under multi-year funding settlements, enabling them to plan staffing, outreach programmes … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Flooding as a result of Storm Chandra 15 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of Storm Chandra on Somerset and the South West; expresses alarm that 50 properties have been flooded in the area, with more homes being evacuated due to further risk of flooding; recognises that Somerset is particularly vulnerable to flooding with low … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Child protection from illicit vapes 20 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House recognises the growing problem of illegal drug-laced vapes, including those containing the dangerous synthetic cannabinoid Spice, being sold to children via social media platforms; notes with serious concern research conducted by the University of Bath which found that 16.6 percent of vapes confiscated in schools contained Spice; … |
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Thursday 26th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 Dame Anne Pringle elected Chancellor at University of St Andrews 8 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Dame Anne Pringle on her election as Chancellor of the University of St Andrews; notes that she is the first woman to hold this office in the University’s more than 600-year history; recognises her distinguished career in public service, including as the first woman to serve … |
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Wednesday 25th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 41 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House condemns the Department for Health and Social Care over the lack of transparency and public scrutiny around the decision to grant Palantir the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) contract; highlights reports around Lord Mandelson's role in helping Palantir secure Government contracts; expresses regret at the impact this … |
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Wednesday 25th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Dual nationals without British passports 30 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House notes with concern the impact of the new immigration requirements effective from 25 February 2026 on dual British nationals, who will be required to present either a valid British passport or a Certificate of Entitlement attached to their non-UK passport to avoid delays at the UK border; … |
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Wednesday 25th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Recognition of Ukrainian driving licences 23 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House notes that, under the agreement in force since 20 May 2021, Ukrainian driving licences may be exchanged for Great Britain licences; further notes that because tests taken before 28 December 2021 did not record whether they were completed in a manual or automatic vehicle, the Driver and … |
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Wednesday 25th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 The Snug Bookshop and Café named a winner of the Realising the Remarkable grant 6 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House congratulates The Snug Bookshop and Cafe in Huish Episcopi on being named one of the six winners of the Realising the Remarkable grant; notes that this initiative is run in collaboration with Enterprise Nation and VistaPrint, awarding £30,000 in funding to small businesses that have demonstrated exceptional … |
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Wednesday 25th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Ellen Roome and the Jools’ Law campaign 9 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House notes the tireless campaigning of Ellen Roome MBE in her pursuit of legislation to preserve the social media data of deceased children; offers thanks to Ellen for her work to bring about positive change in the area of online safety; and welcomes the Government’s decision to adopt … |
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Tuesday 24th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 200th anniversary of the birth of Walter Bagehot 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Walter Bagehot, who was born on the 3rd February 1826 in Langport; notes that Bagehot began his career in Langport working for a trade enterprise before joining Stuckey’s bank, which went on to become of the country’s largest issuers … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Hayes School mental health ambassadors 8 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House congratulates the student councillors at Hayes School in Paignton named Millie, Paige, Jacob, Jane, Leala and Morgan and their dedicated teacher Ms Jamieson; commends them for their service to the school and to their fellow pupils; and applauds their commitment to the introduction of the Gate Buddies … |
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Tuesday 24th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Business rates reform and revaluation 15 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House calls on the Government to postpone the implementation of new business rates valuations until it has published data on the impact of recent revaluations; believes that proceeding without this information risks unfair outcomes for businesses, especially hospitality businesses; and urges the Government to undertake further work to … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Lord Williams’s School 6 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House recognises and commends the outstanding voluntary contribution made by individuals at Lord Williams’s School in Thame in delivering and supporting the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme for the last 25 years; notes that their dedication has enabled thousands of young people to develop skills, resilience and confidence … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House registers its concern that Lloyds Banking Group plans to close 95 local branches this year, including in Tewkesbury; acknowledges the value of high street banks to local communities, particularly the elderly and those without easy access to public transport; recognises the harm bank closures have on rural … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Securing the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme 40 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) That this House notes that, as the fourth anniversary of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches, many Ukrainians living in the United Kingdom continue to face uncertainty regarding their status and future security; recognises that Ukrainian families have become valued members of communities across the country, including in Newton … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund 2026-27 18 signatures (Most recent: 9 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House welcomes the decision to continue the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund until March 2028, providing longer-term certainty to adoptive and kinship families; notes, however, with concern that the fair access limit remains at £3,000 per child per year, reduced from £5,000 in 2024-25, representing a significant … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House celebrates the vital work carried out by the Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group in supporting stroke survivors and their families across the Thornbury area; recognises the dedication of the group's trustees and volunteers who provide a warm and welcoming environment for those affected by stroke; commends … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House congratulates Kendal Farmers Market on being awarded the Great British Small Outdoor Market of the Year 2026; recognises that this achievement reflects the immense dedication and hard work of the farmers, producers and traders; notes the market’s vital role in serving the town and wider community; and … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 National Lottery Funding for Scot Tech Army Ltd 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Scot Tech Army Ltd on securing £121,460 from the National Lottery Community Fund to help organisations build digital skills and capacity, enabling them to maximise existing systems and develop new digital tools; acknowledges the growing importance of digital capability in the voluntary sector; and recognises the … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 National Lottery funding for La Leche League Collective 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates La Leche League Collective on receiving a grant of £7,249 from the National Lottery Community Fund support to expand and develop breastfeeding support workshops for families across Edinburgh over an 18-month period; notes the importance of accessible peer support and evidence-based information for parents and infants; … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 National Lottery Funding for Digital Kindness 8 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Digital Kindness on receiving £17,150 from the National Lottery Community Fund to support small and volunteer-led charities to strengthen their digital confidence, skills and visibility; notes the challenges many smaller organisations face in digital engagement; and recognises the importance of digital inclusion in ensuring charities can … |
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Thursday 12th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Review of the student loan system 48 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House notes with concern the cumulative impact of successive changes to the terms and conditions of student loans in England including the decision to freeze loan repayment thresholds and the introduction of new loans with different repayment thresholds and write off periods; further notes that successive Governments have … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Girlguiding Bristol and South Gloucestershire 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House celebrates the remarkable history and enduring contribution of Girlguiding Bristol and South Gloucestershire to the lives of girls and young women; pays tribute to the thousands of dedicated volunteers, leaders, and commissioners, both past and present, who have given their time and expertise to inspire and nurture … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House congratulates the 1st Ram Hill Scout Group in Coalpit Heath on its successful launch in September 2024; notes that the group is already thriving with a full range of sections including Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts; further notes the significant demand for scouting in the local area … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 West Berkshire Community Champion Awards 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House warmly congratulates the winners and highly commended nominees of the 2026 Community Champion Awards in West Berkshire; recognises Mike Karasinski, Volunteer of the Year, for founding and running NaDDS, a neurodivergent men’s support group providing vital mental health support; praises Cold Ash Countryside Volunteers, Community Group of … |
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Monday 23rd February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House congratulates South Molton Pannier Market on winning Britain's Favourite Market in the Great British Market Awards 2026 for the fourth consecutive year; recognises the hard work of traders, farmers, and the loyalty of local shoppers in supporting thriving small businesses across the South West; celebrates the market's … |
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Wednesday 11th February Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 British couple detained in Iran 68 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tony Vaughan (Labour - Folkestone and Hythe) That this House expresses deep concern regarding the ongoing detention of two British citizens, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who have now been held in Iran for over a year without formal charges or sentencing; notes with dismay the escalating violence reported at Evin Prison and the significant risk this poses … |
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Thursday 29th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 150th anniversary of Partick Thistle Football Club 11 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North) That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of Partick Thistle Football Club, founded in 1876; recognises the club’s rich heritage as one of Scotland’s oldest professional football teams and its longstanding contribution to the sporting and cultural life of Glasgow and Scotland; pays tribute to the generations of players, staff, … |
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Tuesday 27th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 35 signatures (Most recent: 5 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern that in 2024 over 3,000 road incidents involving horses were recorded by the British Horse Society; further notes with concern that 81% of those incidents occurred because a driver passed a horse too closely or at excessive speed; calls on the Government to review … |
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Tuesday 27th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 51 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House acknowledges the devastating impact of social media on children's mental health, development, and safety; believes that tech companies have for too long prioritised profit over protection, exploiting children through addictive algorithms and treating young people as data to be mined rather than individuals whose wellbeing must be … |
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Tuesday 27th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House notes with deep concern that Ospreys, Wales’ most successful professional rugby team may cease to exist as part of the Welsh Rugby Union’s intention to sell Cardiff to Y11 Sport & Media; further notes that this is the latest in a string of mismanagement from the Welsh … |
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Monday 26th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the upcoming launch of the Octagon Memory Choir, a new dementia-friendly choir designed to support people living with memory loss; further congratulates the Octagon Theatre and Westlands on the continued success of their Arts Engagement and Outreach programme; recognises the vital importance of effective dementia support; … |
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Monday 26th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 36 signatures (Most recent: 6 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House notes with concern the thousands of migrants currently working on Health and Care Worker visas, most notably those classified as medium-skilled workers, who, following new Government reforms, will not be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain for a further fifteen years, despite having been promised … |
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Monday 26th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 5 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House congratulates Orchard Gymnastics on being named the IGA National Community Champion Club of the Year; recognises the vital role that local sports clubs play in strengthening communities; further recognises the physical and mental health benefits that young people gain from regular exercise and being part of a … |
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Monday 26th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi) 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should … |
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Monday 26th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 Wincanton Cares wins Connecting People Award 6 signatures (Most recent: 28 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House congratulates Wincanton Cares on winning the Connecting People Award at the South West Integrated Care Awards 2026; notes that the charity was founded in 2022 by Jacky King as a response to the closure of the Cale View care home, to provide much needed support to the … |
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Thursday 22nd January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House notes the crisis caused by gambling harms, with approximately 2.5% of the adult British population suffering from problem gambling and a further 11.5% experiencing a lower level of harm or elevated risk; further notes with deep concern that an estimated 1.2% of 11 to 17 year olds … |
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Thursday 22nd January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House expresses its deep sympathies at the passing of Joe Preece who managed the Cupar Foodbank for more than five years; recognises his incredible work and his commitment to making sure everyone felt welcomed and cared for at the Foodbank; notes the laughter and joy which Joe brought … |
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Thursday 22nd January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 Linda Snelling and the Somerset Bus Partnership 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House commends the hard work and dedication of Linda Snelling of the Somerset Bus Partnership in supporting bus users in Somerset; recognises that this dedication comes at a time when bus mileage in the county has, since 2010, fallen more than 70% according to Government figures; further recognises … |
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Wednesday 21st January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates N-Fest in Newbury on its charitable work and community engagement in 2025; recognises the hard work and dedication of the organisers of N-Fest, which has been running since 2004, previously known as Newbury Real Ale Festival, and consistently delivers a successful event for spectators and performers … |
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Wednesday 21st January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 21 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary since Emperor Haile Selassie moved to Fairfield House in Bath in 1936 while in exile during the Italian occupation of East Africa; recognises the significance of Haile Selassie as the central figure in Rastafarianism; further recognises his many years campaigning against fascist dictator … |
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Wednesday 21st January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 6 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with great sadness the death of Chris Boulton, Chief Executive of Greenham Trust; recognises the significant contribution made by Chris Boulton following his appointment in 2014, during which time he helped to double the size of the Trust’s charitable endowment and increase the surplus available for … |
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Wednesday 21st January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 Geoffrey Hayes contribution to engineering 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Mr Geoffrey Hayes, a resident of Lomond View in North East Fife, on being celebrated for a remarkable 50-year contribution to engineering; recognises the outstanding dedication and impact of his work over five decades, both locally and within the wider engineering community; honours the positive difference … |
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Wednesday 21st January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th January 2026 Edinburgh Zoo’s veterinary achievements and Poly the northern rockhopper penguin 12 signatures (Most recent: 5 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Edinburgh Zoo on the remarkable recovery of Poly, a northern rockhopper penguin, following her second surgery to treat a serious infection in her eye socket; notes that Poly has now returned to her colony at Penguins Rock and continues to be monitored by expert veterinary staff; … |
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Tuesday 27th January Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House praises Nicole Brooks for creating West Berkshire’s empty chairs loneliness group; notes the importance of such community initiatives, which invite people to sit together at pub tables so that no one has to sit alone; congratulates Nicole on establishing the group in Newbury, with events to be … |
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Thursday 12th February 2026
Special Report - 7th Special Report - Draft Scotland Act 1998 (Modification of Schedule 5) Order 2026: Government Response Scottish Affairs Committee Found: National Party; Angus and Perthshire Glens) Lillian Jones (Labour; Kilmarnock and Loudoun) Mr Angus MacDonald |
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Wednesday 11th February 2026
Scrutiny evidence - Note of the Committee’s visit to BAE Systems – January 2026 Scottish Affairs Committee Found: • Lillian Jones MP • Douglas McAllister MP • Elaine Stewart MP • Kirsteen Sullivan MP • Angus MacDonald |
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Wednesday 4th February 2026
Oral Evidence - 2026-02-04 09:30:00+00:00 GB Energy and the net zero transition - Scottish Affairs Committee Found: present: Patricia Ferguson (Chair); Maureen Burke; Harriet Cross; Dave Doogan; Lillian Jones; Mr Angus MacDonald |
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Friday 30th January 2026
Report - 5th Report - The work of the Committee in 2024-25, and Industrial transition in Scotland Scottish Affairs Committee Found: National Party; Angus and Perthshire Glens) Lillian Jones (Labour; Kilmarnock and Loudoun) Mr Angus MacDonald |
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Wednesday 28th January 2026
Oral Evidence - Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Unlocking community energy at scale - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Scottish Affairs Committee member present: Mr Angus MacDonald. |
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Wednesday 28th January 2026
Oral Evidence - Great British Energy, Elexon, and Ofgem Unlocking community energy at scale - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Scottish Affairs Committee member present: Mr Angus MacDonald. |
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Oral Evidence - 2026-01-26 09:30:00+00:00 Scottish Affairs Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Patricia Ferguson (Chair); Maureen Burke; Lillian Jones; Mr Angus MacDonald |
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Wednesday 11th February 2026 9 a.m. Scottish Affairs Committee - Private Meeting Subject: Securing Scotland’s Future: Defence Skills and Jobs View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 25th February 2026 9 a.m. Scottish Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Connectivity in Scotland: Digital connectivity At 9:30am: Oral evidence Rhoda Meek - Head of Communications and Gaelic at Tiree Community Development Trust Ann MacDonald - Associate Director at Scottish Islands Federation Mhari Pottinger - Shetland resident at n/a At 10:30am: Oral evidence Páll Højgaard Vesturbú - Managing Director at Faroese Telecom View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th March 2026 9 a.m. Scottish Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: GB Energy and the net zero transition At 9:30am: Oral evidence Julian Leslie - Director of Strategic Energy Planning and Chief Engineer at NESO Steve McMahon - Director for Network Price Controls and Head of Scotland at Ofgem At 10:30am: Oral evidence Guy Jefferson - Managing Director Transmission at Scottish Power Energy Networks James Basden - Founder and Director at Zenobe Scott Somerville - Director of External Affairs at E.ON UK View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 18th March 2026 9 a.m. Scottish Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Securing Scotland’s Future: Defence Skills and Jobs At 9:30am: Oral evidence Gavin Donoghue - CEO at Colleges Scotland Jim Metcalfe - Principal and Chief Executive at Fife College Professor Chris Turney - Deputy Principal Research and Impact at Heriot Watt University At 10:30am: Oral evidence Susan Surlock MBE - CEO at Primary Engineer Kirsti Godson - Head of Skills and Social Impact at Thales UK View calendar - Add to calendar |