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Speech in Westminster Hall - Thu 16 Jul 2026
National Planning Policy Framework

"It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Desmond. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Wells and Mendip Hills (Tessa Munt) for securing this important debate. Planning and local development is one of the most commonly raised issues in my email inbox, as I am sure …..."
Brian Mathew - View Speech

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Thu 16 Jul 2026
National Planning Policy Framework

"It does sound most odd, if I may say so.

That principle lies at the heart of the Bath and Wiltshire metro proposal, which I support. It has the potential to unlock brownfield regeneration in Melksham town centre, revitalise the riverside and strengthen the high street through sustainable, rail-connected growth. …..."

Brian Mathew - View Speech

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 15 Jul 2026
Waste Management Sites

"It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Dr Murrison. I thank the hon. Member for Blackpool North and Fleetwood (Lorraine Beavers) for securing this debate.

Residents of the part of Calne that is in my constituency have long reported strong and unpleasant sulphurous odours from the Lower Compton …..."

Brian Mathew - View Speech

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Speech in Westminster Hall - Wed 15 Jul 2026
Waste Management Sites

"Could the Minister say a few words about a plastics tax, or a tax on single-use plastics, to make the recycling of plastics economic?..."
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Speech in Westminster Hall - Tue 14 Jul 2026
Support for Pig Farmers

"It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Christopher. I thank the hon. Member for Gordon and Buchan (Harriet Cross) for securing this important debate.

Since becoming the Member of Parliament for Melksham and Devizes, I have been extremely fortunate to visit a number of farms, including pig …..."

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Division Vote (Commons)
14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context
Brian Mathew (LD) voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House
One of 52 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 102 Noes - 409
Division Vote (Commons)
14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context
Brian Mathew (LD) voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House
One of 52 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 104 Noes - 412
Division Vote (Commons)
14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context
Brian Mathew (LD) voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 93 Noes - 323
Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 13 Jul 2026
Immigration and Asylum Bill

"I wonder whether my hon. Friend and the Minister, in their efforts to prevent modern slavery, might consider asylum seekers being be allowed to work, so that they can pay their way, but being fitted with ankle tags until their status is decided...."
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Division Vote (Commons)
13 Jul 2026 - Immigration and Asylum Bill - View Vote Context
Brian Mathew (LD) voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 48 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 264 Noes - 90