Information between 13th July 2025 - 12th August 2025
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15 Jul 2025 - Welfare Spending - View Vote Context Ben Maguire voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 64 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 106 Noes - 440 |
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15 Jul 2025 - Taxes - View Vote Context Ben Maguire voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 1 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 165 Noes - 342 |
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16 Jul 2025 - Competition - View Vote Context Ben Maguire voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 49 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 333 Noes - 54 |
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16 Jul 2025 - Competition - View Vote Context Ben Maguire voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 49 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 334 Noes - 54 |
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Ben Maguire speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Ben Maguire contributed 1 speech (83 words) Thursday 17th July 2025 - Commons Chamber Department for Business and Trade |
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A30: Safety
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Monday 14th July 2025 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department plans to include the A30 junction at Plusha in the Road Safety Strategy. Answered by Lilian Greenwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Department is aware of the safety issues at the junction between the A30 and B3257 at Plusha. National Highways is investigating a number of possible modest safety improvements for this stretch of the A30 as part of its A30 Kennards House to Five Lanes Safety Study, for possible delivery in a future Road Investment Strategy.
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Cafes: Government Assistance
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Monday 14th July 2025 Question to the Department for Business and Trade: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps his Department is taking to support local, independent coffee shops. Answered by Gareth Thomas - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Business and Trade) Hospitality businesses, including independent coffee shops, are at the heart of our communities and play a vital role in supporting economic growth and community cohesion. The government plans to permanently lower business rates for retail, hospitality, and leisure properties with a rateable value under £500,000 and we’ve introduced a Hospitality Support Scheme to co-fund projects which aim to help those furthest from the job market into employment and boosting productivity. In addition, the government announced a Zero Carbon Hospitality Trial, meaning over 600 small and medium sized hospitality businesses will receive free energy and carbon reduction assessments to help cut energy costs, this will include cafes. Our Small Business Strategy will set out further measures which will assist local, independent coffee shops. |
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Royal Cornwall Hospital: Construction
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Tuesday 15th July 2025 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of the time taken to build the new Women and Children's Hospital at Treliske on the local community. Answered by Karin Smyth - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) The new Women and Children's Hospital scheme at the Royal Cornwall Hospital is in Wave 1 of the New Hospital Programme (NHP), as set out in the Plan for Implementation, and is due to commence construction between 2027 and 2028. An equality impact assessment was carried out for the review of the NHP, which included assessing the extent to which service users might be impacted by these delivery proposals, with specific reference to the impact that these might have on relevant protected characteristics. This was laid in the House Library and published on 20 January 2025, and is available at the following link: |
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Schools: Absenteeism
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Wednesday 16th July 2025 Question to the Department for Education: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of allowing flexibility for term-time absences for children from families employed in the (a) agricultural and (b) tourism sectors. Answered by Stephen Morgan - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Education) The department has high expectations for all pupils’ attendance. Parents are legally responsible for ensuring regular attendance if their child is of compulsory school age and registered at a school. Taking children out of school for holidays can significantly disrupt their education. Missing one week each year, combined with typical absences for illness, can add up to two full terms missed by year 11. This also disrupts teaching and impacts the wider class. While holidays can be enriching, the school year allows ample time for breaks outside of term time. Schools do have discretion to approve leave in exceptional circumstances, but holidays generally do not qualify. The department understands some sectors face pressures at peak times, but we are not aware of any employer that prohibits leave during every school holiday. Schools also have flexibility to plan term dates and inset days to help families manage their schedules.
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Sewage: Pollution Control
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Wednesday 16th July 2025 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of creating a Clean Waters Forum including (a) charities, (b) NGOs and (c) representatives from (i) his Department and (ii) the Environment Agency to lay out a cohesive strategy to tackle sewage pollution. Answered by Emma Hardy - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Following a public call for evidence with over 50,000 responses, the Independent Water Commission (IWC), led by Sir Jon Cunliffe, will make recommendations to shape further action to transform how our water system works and clean up our waterways for good. The IWC published its interim findings on 03 June 2025; the report's findings can be found at Independent Water Commission publishes interim findings - GOV.UK.
The IWC will submit its final report to the UK and Welsh governments later in summer 2025 with recommendations on how to reset the sector for the future. Both Governments will then respond and consult on proposals, including potential legislation.
Ministers and officials have regular discussions with a range of stakeholders, including charities and NGOs, on many issues related to the water sector including on sewage pollution.
As part of Price Review 2024 (PR24), which runs from 2025–2030, water companies will be delivering record of over £11 billion of investment to improve nearly 3,000 storm overflows across England and Wales. This investment will be targeted at those affecting the most sensitive sites for ecological and human health. |
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Parking: Private Sector
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Thursday 17th July 2025 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a nationwide ten minute grace period for private car parks where users cannot not be fined for non-purchase of a ticket. Answered by Alex Norris - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Housing, Communities and Local Government) On 11 July, the government published a consultation setting out its proposals for raising standards across the private parking industry ahead of preparing a code of practice and an accompanying compliance framework for private parking operators. The consultation seeks views on the minimum grace periods set out in the previously withdrawn government code. |
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Regional Airports
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Monday 21st July 2025 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps his Department is taking to develop a long-term strategy for regional air connectivity that (a) reduces reliance on (i) Gatwick Airport (ii) Heathrow Airport and (iii) other major hubs and (b) supports the growth of (1) Cornwall Airport Newquay and (2) other regional airports. Answered by Mike Kane - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Department recognises how vital aviation is to maintaining connectivity between the regions of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and to the wider world. Ministers and officials at the Department meet regularly with regional airports, including Cornwall Newquay Airport, to discuss issues such as regional air connectivity.
Government supports connectivity across the union through our joint-funding of three Public Service Obligation (PSO) routes into London from Newquay, Dundee and Derry/Londonderry.
The Government keeps PSO policy under review. This includes recommendations made through the Union Connectivity Review published in November 2021. |
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Housing: Key Workers
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Monday 21st July 2025 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the provision of (a) affordable and (b) social housing for key workers in North Cornwall constituency. Answered by Matthew Pennycook - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The government recognises the need for social and affordable housing for key workers in North Cornwall and other areas. The revised National Planning Policy Framework published on 12 December 2024 makes clear that local planning authorities should assess the size, type, and tenure of homes needed, including for those who require affordable housing, and to reflect this in their planning policies. When identifying affordable housing need in their areas, the Framework makes clear that local planning authorities should incorporate the minimum proportion of Social Rent homes required. |
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Meat: Small Businesses
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Wednesday 23rd July 2025 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what support his Department is offering to small independent family (a) butchers and (b) abattoirs. Answered by Daniel Zeichner - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The Government recognises the important contribution small independent family butchers and abattoirs make to the food supply chain and remains committed to maintaining a resilient and accessible meat processing sector. A strong network of local abattoirs and local butchers is vital for supporting rural economies, strengthening small-scale livestock farmers with private kill facilities and access to local markets, sustaining rare and native breeds, and providing skilled employment opportunities.
Defra continues to work closely with stakeholders representing both small abattoirs and local butchers including through the Small Abattoirs Working Group and the Small Abattoirs Task and Finish Group. These groups help both identify challenges and opportunities faced by these sectors and co-operate in developing practical solutions to improve sustainability. |
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Developing Countries: Debts
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Wednesday 23rd July 2025 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if her Department will make an assessment of the potential impact of high interest public debt obligations owed by developing nations to UK private creditors on the public finances of those developing nations. Answered by Emma Reynolds - Economic Secretary (HM Treasury) The UK is concerned by impacts of the high debt servicing costs faced by developing countries. We fully support the World Bank and IMF’s ‘three pillars’ approach to countries facing liquidity (i.e. short-term payment) challenges.
Enhanced transparency will be a focus of the London Coalition on Sustainable Sovereign Debt, which launched on 23rd June. As part of its wider objectives, the group will work with UK and global private creditors to develop a better understanding of the debt obligations owed by developing countries
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Developing Countries: Debts
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Wednesday 23rd July 2025 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department plans to work with (a) The Catholic Agency for Overseas Development and (b) other relevant charities to help reduce the high interest public debt owed by certain developing countries. Answered by Emma Reynolds - Economic Secretary (HM Treasury) The UK is concerned by impacts of the high debt servicing costs faced by developing countries. We fully support the World Bank and IMF’s ‘three pillars’ approach to countries facing liquidity (i.e. short-term payment) challenges.
Enhanced transparency will be a focus of the London Coalition on Sustainable Sovereign Debt, which launched on 23rd June. As part of its wider objectives, the group will work with UK and global private creditors to develop a better understanding of the debt obligations owed by developing countries
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Food: Business
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Friday 25th July 2025 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if his Department will produce an impact assessment on the potential impact of increases in costs for (a) butchers, (b) abattoirs and (c) other food business operators on those businesses. Answered by Daniel Zeichner - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The UK food processing and manufacturing sectors are highly resilient and adaptable and continue to supply healthy and affordable products in spite of the many challenges they have faced in recent years including the covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine.
The Government continues to support food businesses more widely through a range of initiatives. The upcoming SME Strategy Paper will outline a cross-Government vision to help small and medium-sized enterprises, including food businesses, scale up and thrive. This includes improving access to finance, markets, and tailored support. The new Business Growth Service will streamline access to advice and resources, delivered locally in partnership with Growth Hubs and devolved governments. Funding for Growth Hubs and Help to Grow: Management in 2025-26 will further strengthen business capabilities and resilience.
The Government remains focused on maintaining a fair and competitive environment for all businesses and to reducing burdens through targeted, proportionate measures. |
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Holiday Accommodation: Registration
Asked by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) Tuesday 5th August 2025 Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that the registration scheme for short-term lets will include appropriate (a) checks and (b) enforcement to ensure that holiday lets are both (i) legal and (ii) safe. Answered by Chris Bryant - Minister of State (Department for Culture, Media and Sport) During the Short Term Lets registration process, providers of short-term lets will be reminded of their legal responsibilities and required to confirm that their properties comply with legal requirements and meet safety standards. Details of the scheme, including enforcement, are still being determined and will be announced in due course. Public testing on the register is due to start later in 2025 and a full version of the scheme is due to arrive in 2026. |
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Wednesday 9th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Monday 21st July 2025 Government policy on the Hillsborough Law 76 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool West Derby) That this House notes the Prime Minister’s promise to introduce the Hillsborough Law to Parliament before the 36th anniversary of the disaster on 15 April 2025; deeply regrets that this commitment was not met and that the Government has yet to table the legislation; expresses grave concern at reports that … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 28 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House is deeply concerned about the impacts of extreme temperatures this summer; is further concerned that poorly insulated housing puts lives at risk during heat waves especially for the most vulnerable people suffering with extreme temperatures in care homes, hospitals and temporary accommodation; notes with concern the findings … |
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Monday 7th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 11 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes 80 years of Christian Aid, celebrating eight decades of generosity, prayer and humanitarian response; highlights that the event was marked with a service of thanksgiving at St Annes Church of Ireland Cathedral; underlines the fantastic work undertaken to create a world free of poverty, noting currently … |
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Monday 7th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 35 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House is deeply concerned by the growing crisis in NHS dentistry, particularly in rural constituencies such as West Dorset, where just 15 dental practices offer any form of NHS care to a population of 94,000, equating to more than 2,300 residents per dentist; notes that only 36% of … |
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Monday 7th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Investment in General Practice 32 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House notes with concern that although about 90% of NHS interactions take place in general practice, only 6% of the NHS budget is allocated to it; recognises that general practice remains one of the most financially efficient parts of the NHS, as highlighted in the Darzi Review 2024, … |
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Tuesday 8th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Royal Academy summer exhibition 7 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House congratulates eight year old Emie Sion, a pupil at Western Road School in Lewes, whose artwork Three Mythical Creatures was selected out of 23,000 entries to appear at the prestigious Royal Academy’s Young Artists’ Summer Show; notes that Emie’s pyrography piece showcases both her creativity and the … |
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Tuesday 8th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 35 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Caroline Voaden (Liberal Democrat - South Devon) That this House recognises the importance of Post Office branches to rural communities; notes with concern the closure of Post Offices in South Devon constituency including those in Churchstow, Aveton Gifford and Dittisham; further notes that rural communities and small rural businesses are disproportionately affected by centralisation of Post Office … |
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Wednesday 9th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th July 2025 Grangemouth Queer Breakfast Club 5 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Brian Leishman (Independent - Alloa and Grangemouth) That this House recognises and celebrates the vital work of Queer Breakfast Club in Grangemouth, a volunteer-led charity founded in 2024 to support LGBTIQ+ people across the Falkirk area; commends the group’s rapid growth and positive impact, including welcoming over 60 regular attendees to their weekly peer support sessions, attaining … |
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Wednesday 9th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Jibraan Chaudhary Sepsis Research Foundation and chemotherapy-associated sepsis 9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House pays tribute to the life of Jibraan Nveed Chaudhary, a bright and kind-hearted 18-year-old who tragically died from sepsis in November 2024 while undergoing chemotherapy treatment for leukemia; recognises the dedication and strength of his father and family in establishing the Jibraan Chaudhary Sepsis Research Foundation in … |
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Wednesday 9th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Support for people with dyscalculia 23 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House recognises that approximately six percent of the population has dyscalculia; notes that while there is no single profile of dyscalculia, it is a learning difference that affects the ability to acquire mathematical skills, primarily arithmetic; acknowledges that research into dyscalculia has lagged behind research into other learning … |
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Wednesday 9th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 10 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon) That this House congratulates Stratford-on-Avon resident Craig McMurrough on being awarded the British Citizens Award for services to healthcare; notes that following the loss of his sister Cheryl to ovarian cancer in 2016, Craig channelled his grief into raising awareness of the disease and supporting others affected through tireless fundraising … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Bath and North East Somerset Community Wellbeing Hub 10 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House celebrates the Bath and North East Somerset Community Wellbeing Hub, which was voted second, Highly Commended, in the Innovations in Public Private Partnerships category at the Municipal Journal Awards; praises all the work of the team involved in the Hub and wider partnership; celebrates their commitment to … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Access to mental health support for children and young people 23 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House is deeply concerned that nearly one million people are currently waiting for mental health services across the UK; notes with particular concern the impact on children and young people, including the 300 currently on the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) caseload in West Dorset; further … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House acknowledges the immense contribution that the RAF and air bases across the UK make to our national security; recognises the critical support they have given throughout numerous conflicts and the invaluable assistance they give to all branches of the military; congratulates RAF Odiham for 100 years of … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Funding and role of community pharmacies 25 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House notes the vital role played by community pharmacies in delivering frontline healthcare and reducing pressure on general practice and hospitals; recognises that in areas such as West Dorset, 17 pharmacies dispense around 160,000 prescriptions each month and help save approximately 2,500 GP appointments; expresses concern that despite … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Longlevens Mixed Ability Rugby Team champions 9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House congratulates the Longlevens Mixed Ability Rugby Team on being crowned Gold Cup Champions of the 2025 International Mixed Ability Rugby Tournament; recognises that, despite extreme weather conditions, the team won all six of their matches, including a victory over the reigning champions in the final; commends all … |
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Friday 11th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 8 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House pays tribute to the life of PC Ian Minett, a dedicated and admirable public servant who died unexpectedly whilst on duty; recognises the daily sacrifices he made as an officer, putting himself at risk to protect the safety and security of the people of Gloucestershire; and commends … |
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Friday 11th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Recognition of Wiltshire schools achieving the Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark 9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House congratulates the fifteen schools across Wiltshire, including several in the Chippenham constituency, that have been awarded the British Dyslexia Association’s prestigious Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark; celebrates this landmark achievement as a powerful step towards inclusive education that supports all children, regardless of how they learn; applauds the commitment … |
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Friday 11th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Reform of the special educational needs and disabilities system 51 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham) That this House notes with deep concern the persistent crisis in the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, following years of neglect; welcomes the Government’s acknowledgement of the urgent need for reform; further notes the widespread anxiety among parents, carers and professionals that forthcoming changes may undermine the rights … |
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Monday 14th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Accessible facilities and responsible use of RADAR keys 14 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House notes with concern the increasing availability of RADAR keys, also known as a National Key Scheme key, for purchase through online platforms such as Amazon, which were originally intended to give people with disabilities independent access to locked accessible toilet facilities; notes with alarm that this unregulated … |
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Monday 14th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Access to care and support for people living with arthritis 21 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House recognises the significant impact that arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions have on the lives of over 10 million people across the UK; acknowledges that arthritis can affect mobility, independence and quality of life, and is a leading cause of pain and disability; notes concerns raised by patients … |
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Monday 14th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th July 2025 The Waid Academy and the HRUC National Innovation Challenge 2025 7 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates students Lucas Bain and Murray Allan of The Waid Academy in North East Fife for reaching the final three schools in the 2025 HRUC National Innovation Challenge with their innovative project entitled Brickteria, a concept designed to create sustainable alternatives in concrete production; notes that The … |
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Monday 14th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Mental health in farming (No. 2) 18 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House recognises the significant stresses faced by farmers, including rising production costs, lower margins, Government policies and long hours, and acknowledges the negative impact these factors can have on their mental health; notes with concern that 95% of young farmers in the UK consider mental health to be … |
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Tuesday 15th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 UK-based medical charities in Palestine 68 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon) That this House expresses its appreciation for those working for UK-based medical charities in Palestine, including Medical Aid for Palestinians, Glia, Doctors Without Borders and the British Red Cross; commends volunteers for these charities, whose Palestine-based staff take huge personal risks to provide medical aid so crucial to a Gazan … |
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Tuesday 15th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 13 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House commends the work of FareShare Sussex and Surrey in tackling hunger and food waste across Surrey and Sussex; recognises the redistribution of 2,560 tonnes of surplus food to the region, helping 28,500 vulnerable people each week and saving charities £16.5m annually in food costs; celebrates the one … |
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Tuesday 15th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 21 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House commends the work of Repair Cafés, which perform a valuable community service by providing free repair services to residents for household items across North East Hampshire constituency and beyond; notes the skill, expertise, and dedication demonstrated by volunteers at Repair Cafés, and the educational impact of passing … |
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Wednesday 16th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th July 2025 West Highland Way shortlisted for Britain’s Favourite Path 2025 8 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) That this House congratulates the West Highland Way on being named a finalist in the Ramblers’ Britain’s Favourite Path 2025 competition; notes that it is the only Scottish route to be shortlisted and one of eight finalists across the UK; further notes that the 96-mile trail from Milngavie to Fort … |
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Wednesday 16th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th July 2025 8 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House congratulates Steve Willis and all the team at the Steve Willis Training Centre on 25 years of service to apprenticeships and further education in Sussex and across the South East; applauds their contribution to the sector in improving perceptions and recognition of apprenticeships; commends their work in … |
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Monday 14th July Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th July 2025 24 signatures (Most recent: 22 Jul 2025) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House notes that the British Museum still holds about half of the Parthenon Sculptures, controversially removed from Athens by Lord Elgin between 1801 and 1812, during the Ottoman occupation of Greece, and that they remain on display in the British Museum to which they were transferred by Act … |
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Monday 7th April Ben Maguire signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th July 2025 Securing habitat for endangered swifts and other cavity nesting birds 70 signatures (Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West) This House notes with concern the dramatic decline in the breeding population of swifts whose numbers have dropped by 60% since 1995; recognises that the loss of natural nesting habitat for swifts and other cavity nesting birds has meant that four species of these birds are now on the International … |
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Thursday 10th July Ben Maguire withdrew their signature from this EDM on Thursday 17th July 2025 Impact of net zero policies on the agricultural sector and rural communities 3 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2025)Tabled by: Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann) That this House expresses deep concern over the damaging and disproportionate impact of the Government’s net zero policy on the agricultural sector, which is essential to food production, economic stability and the resilience of rural communities across the United Kingdom; notes that the pursuit of net zero is placing excessive … |
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17 Jul 2025, 2:22 p.m. - House of Commons "Ben Maguire. >> Planning and Development " Presentation of Bills - View Video - View Transcript |
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Accountability for Daesh Crimes
3 speeches (859 words) Thursday 17th July 2025 - Commons Chamber Mentions: 1: Tom Gordon (LD - Harrogate and Knaresborough) Development (Community Infrastructure) BillPresentation and First Reading (Standing Order No. 57)Ben Maguire - Link to Speech |
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Tuesday 15th July 2025
Oral Evidence - Swansea University, King's College London, and Department of Psychology, University of Bath Combatting New Forms of Extremism - Home Affairs Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Dame Karen Bradley (Chair); Shaun Davies; Ben Maguire; Robbie Moore |
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Jul. 14 2025
Committee of the whole House Proceedings as at 14 July 2025 Deprivation of Citizenship Orders (Effect during Appeal) Bill 2024-26 Bill proceedings: Commons Found: Withdrawn after debate_1 Kit Malthouse Ben Maguire Anna Sabine Charlie Maynard . |