Information between 1st September 2026 - 1st October 2026
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2 Sep 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew 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 - 411 Noes - 102 |
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2 Sep 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 85 Noes - 427 |
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2 Sep 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 63 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 105 Noes - 410 |
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2 Sep 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 62 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 166 Noes - 346 |
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8 Sep 2026 - Health Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 162 Noes - 297 |
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9 Sep 2026 - Plant Health - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 43 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 371 Noes - 100 |
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7 Sep 2026 - Health Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 170 Noes - 316 |
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7 Sep 2026 - Health Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 77 Noes - 317 |
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8 Sep 2026 - Health Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 1 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 108 Noes - 357 |
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8 Sep 2026 - Health Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 79 Noes - 300 |
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11 Sep 2026 - Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted No - against a party majority and against the House One of 13 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 293 Noes - 218 |
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11 Sep 2026 - Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted No - against a party majority and in line with the House One of 17 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 270 Noes - 286 |
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10 Sep 2026 - Social Housing Bill [Lords] - View Vote Context Brian Mathew voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 37 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 77 Noes - 292 |
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Brian Mathew speeches from: Israel and Palestine
Brian Mathew contributed 2 speeches (416 words) Monday 14th September 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Brian Mathew speeches from: Business of the House
Brian Mathew contributed 1 speech (118 words) Thursday 10th September 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Brian Mathew speeches from: Global Biodiversity and Ecosystems: National Security
Brian Mathew contributed 1 speech (310 words) Thursday 3rd September 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Brian Mathew speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Brian Mathew contributed 2 speeches (56 words) Tuesday 1st September 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Climate Change: Finance
Asked by: Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat - Melksham and Devizes) Thursday 17th September 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what percentage of climate finance goes to smallholder farmers. Answered by Kirsty McNeill - Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) Sustainable land-use, agriculture and food systems offer critical levers to tackle the climate and nature crisis. The UK is prioritising action through our global policy work and International Climate Finance (ICF) programming to scale technologies and innovation, mobilise investment, support national policy reforms and support farmer advocacy and engagement, to build climate-resilient, nature-positive agriculture and food systems. However, the Government's ICF management information does not capture the amount or percentage of expenditure reaching smallholder farmers. |
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Monday 12th October Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th October 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House notes that the UK spends 7.31% of GDP, costing £217.5 billion per annum, on tax reliefs, equivalent to about 23% of Government tax revenue, and that the Treasury Select Committee identified in 2023 that 815 of 1,180 tax reliefs have never been publicly costed; further notes the … |
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Monday 12th October Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th October 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House notes the extent of widening inequality in the UK, that the top 50 richest families now hold more wealth than the poorest half of the population and that there has been nearly 1000% increase in the wealth of UK billionaires since 1990; further notes that a dynamic … |
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Wednesday 14th October Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th October 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House notes that the combined annual profits of the four largest UK banks have doubled to £48 billion in the five years to 2025, mostly due to a tax glitch which gifted an unanticipated windfall of £86 billion since 2022; further notes that a fair and pragmatic windfall … |
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Monday 12th October Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th October 2026 Orkney Nature Festival Photography Competition 5 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland) That this House congratulates the winners of the Orkney Nature Festival Photography Competition 2026; recognises the exceptional quality of the photographs celebrating Orkney’s natural environment and wildlife; commends all those who took part in this year’s competition; and celebrates the talent and creativity of photographers across Orkney. |
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Tuesday 13th October Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th October 2026 Defibrillators in police vehicles 8 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House expresses alignment with the APPG for Defibrillators' recommendation that all emergency vehicles should be fitted with defibrillators; notes concern that only 1 in 11 police cars carry automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and some forces have coverage of less than 1.5% of vehicles; recognises that police officers are … |
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Tuesday 15th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 13 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over news that PAPYRUS, the suicide prevention charity has gone into administration; notes that this charity has delivered a vital service via its HOPELINE247 for young people suffering with poor mental health; highlights the tireless campaigning of volunteers, including 3 Dads Walking who raised … |
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Tuesday 15th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 13 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House notes that, of the approximately 200 chalk streams in the world, 85% are found in England, and that chalk streams such as the River Lavant represent a globally significant and irreplaceable freshwater habitat, supporting ecosystems that cannot be found elsewhere; further notes with grave concern that Southern … |
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Tuesday 15th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 19th International Day of Democracy 20 signatures (Most recent: 13 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House marks International Day of Democracy; recognises that democracy, human rights and the rule of law are fundamental to peaceful, prosperous and free societies; celebrates the contribution of democratic institutions and the people who work to uphold them; further notes the importance of free and fair elections, a … |
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Tuesday 15th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 GSCE attainment gap and dyslexia 14 signatures (Most recent: 13 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House notes with concern the findings of the British Dyslexia Association’s 2026 report, GSCE Attainment: Decade without progress; further notes the report finds that in the latest academic year (2024/2025) only two in ten pupils with a Special Educational Need (SEN) like dyslexia achieved a grade five or … |
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Monday 14th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2026 Political donations and campaign finance regulation 44 signatures (Most recent: 14 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove) That this House expresses alarm at the exposure of UK democracy to the undue influence of an ultra-wealthy minority; notes that donations are uncapped meaning that two individuals have been able to give £72 million to one party in one week; further notes recent investigations reporting foreign money and impermissible … |
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Monday 14th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2026 Independent cafes and coffee shops 17 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House recognises the increasingly important contribution made by independent cafés and coffee shops to high streets across the United Kingdom, acting as community hubs and welcoming workspaces, while offering young people their valuable first job opportunity; celebrates the many specialist and charming cafés across Newbury and West Berkshire … |
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Monday 14th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House notes with concern the challenges facing the barbering and hairdressing sector with a 23% employment decline in 2025; further notes the damage done to future employment in the sector, with the number of young people starting apprenticeships in hairdressers or barbers falling from 13,180 in 2015 to … |
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Thursday 10th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House commemorates Battle of Britain Day on 15 September 2026 and pays tribute to the courage, sacrifice and determination of all those who served during the Battle of Britain; recognises that the battle represented a pivotal moment in the defence of the UK and the preservation of democracy … |
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Thursday 10th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2026 Royal National Lifeboat Institution 35 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole) That this House gives its unreserved support to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), its many local lifeboat stations around the country and the thousands of staff and volunteers that are involved in upholding the charity’s long-held aims and values; recognises that their job is to rescue those in danger … |
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Friday 11th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2026 Celebrating the great British postie 17 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House recognises and celebrates the invaluable contribution made by postal workers across the United Kingdom, whose dedication, reliability and commitment help bind communities together in every corner of the country; pays tribute to the many postmen and postwomen who go beyond the duties of their role by providing … |
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Friday 11th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2026 Royal National Lifeboat Institution (No. 2) 32 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House celebrates the outstanding work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), which for more than 200 years has stood ready to save lives at sea, regardless of who is in danger; recognises the thousands of RNLI volunteers who give their time, often at considerable personal risk, to … |
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Friday 11th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2026 UK firefighters attending the Terry Farrell Patriot Memorial Stair Climb 14 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) That this House recognises the contributions of the 236 UK firefighters from 48 UK fire and rescue services who are attending the Terry Farrell Patriot Day Memorial Stair Climb at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia; further recognises the more than 2000 steps they will climb to represent the 110 floors … |
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Friday 11th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2026 Support for retired service animals 25 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) That this House recognises the important work service animals do in the public service sector to enable emergency services to respond and solve key incidents; believes that these animals deserve support in old age after their careers; notes the many challenges these animals face after leaving active service including issues … |
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Thursday 10th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2026 Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) rescue operations 39 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House commends the outstanding work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), a charity which provides a 24-hour lifesaving service across the waters of the UK and the Republic of Ireland; notes that, since its formation, the RNLI has helped save 147,096 lives; pays tribute to the courage, … |
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Wednesday 9th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th September 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern the persistently high and variable road fuel prices faced by drivers across the United Kingdom; further notes the Competition and Markets Authority findings that prices remain significantly above levels seen before the conflict in the Middle East, alongside passive pricing strategies by some retailers … |
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Wednesday 9th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2026 Contribution of women to the Bayeux Tapestry 24 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire) That this House welcomes the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry to the public at the British Museum, one of the world's most famous and celebrated works of art; notes that it was created by English women, whose individual names and identities were never recorded; further notes that despite its fame, … |
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Wednesday 2nd September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th September 2026 50th anniversary of Torbay Civic Society 11 signatures (Most recent: 14 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House congratulates Torbay Civic Society on its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking half a century of dedicated voluntary service to the communities of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham; recognises that, since its foundation in 1976, the Society has worked tirelessly to promote public interest in the history, heritage, character … |
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Friday 4th September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th September 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House pays tribute to Claudia Adolphus-Green, a 33-year-old from Byfleet, who has bravely faced a diagnosis of blood cancer on three occasions since 2024; notes that Ms Adolphus-Green was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma just weeks before her wedding in 2024, and despite her condition, choosing to take part … |
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Tuesday 1st September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 4th September 2026 Passing of global icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton 5 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House expresses profound sadness at the death of country singer Dolly Parton; highlights the contribution her songs made to the creative industry especially in the late 1960s, early 1970s; notes the hit song I will Always Love You which means so much to so many people across the … |
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Tuesday 1st September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House is deeply alarmed by the temporary suspension of births at North Devon District Hospital from 11 August 2026, and the redirection of pregnant mothers across Northern Devon and Cornwall to other hospitals; expresses great concern for the safety of babies and mothers travelling up to two hours … |
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Tuesday 1st September Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 Funding of Jodrell Bank Observatory 26 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House notes with grave concern the decision by UK Research and Innovation to withdraw £2.8 million in annual funding from Jodrell Bank Observatory, placing at risk the future of the Lovell Telescope and e-MERLIN, the UK's national radio astronomy network; further notes that, unless alternative funding is secured, … |
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Tuesday 1st September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 Cosmetic specifications for fresh produce and national food security 26 signatures (Most recent: 14 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the impact of extreme summer heat on UK fresh produce; calls for greater flexibility in cosmetic specifications for fresh produce, given that appearance does not reflect nutritional value, in order to reduce food waste before it leaves the farm gate; further calls on the … |
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Tuesday 1st September Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 15 signatures (Most recent: 12 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House acknowledges the role played by Britain’s charity lottery sector in providing over £450 million in vital funds for good causes each year at no cost to the Government; recognises the unique nature of charity lottery fundraising, which is centred on long-term, unrestricted giving; further acknowledges such a … |
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1 Sep 2026, 2:37 p.m. - House of Commons "with question number one, Brian Mathew. Question number one, " Speaker's statement - View Video - View Transcript |
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1 Sep 2026, 2:38 p.m. - House of Commons " Brian Mathew thank you, Mr. Speaker. Will the UK ban all trade with illegal Israeli settlements in with illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights? Sanction " Brian Mathew MP (Melksham and Devizes, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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10 Sep 2026, 11:50 a.m. - House of Commons " Brian Mathew Madam Deputy >> Brian Mathew Madam Deputy Speaker, I feel right at this point to make the point that the debate " Brian Mathew MP (Melksham and Devizes, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Israel and Palestine
113 speeches (29,935 words) Monday 14th September 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Mentions: 1: Lincoln Jopp (Con - Spelthorne) Member for Melksham and Devizes (Brian Mathew) gave us his personal experience as a kibbutznik; he has - Link to Speech 2: Uma Kumaran (Lab - Stratford and Bow) Member for Melksham and Devizes (Brian Mathew), my hon. - Link to Speech |
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Oral Answers to Questions
146 speeches (10,127 words) Tuesday 1st September 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Mentions: 1: Stephen Doughty (LAB - Cardiff South and Penarth) Member for Melksham and Devizes (Brian Mathew), we keep all our licences under review. - Link to Speech |
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Tuesday 22nd September 2026
Special Report - Large Print - 3rd Special Report - The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria: Government Response International Development Committee Found: ) Alicia Kearns (Conservative; Rutland and Stamford) Noah Law (Labour; St Austell and Newquay) Brian Mathew |
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Tuesday 22nd September 2026
Special Report - 3rd Special Report - The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria: Government Response International Development Committee Found: ) Alicia Kearns (Conservative; Rutland and Stamford) Noah Law (Labour; St Austell and Newquay) Brian Mathew |
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Thursday 17th September 2026
Report - 2nd Report – UK International Climate Finance: Sustaining Commitments and Impact Amid a Shrinking Aid Budget International Development Committee Found: ) Alicia Kearns (Conservative; Rutland and Stamford) Noah Law (Labour; St Austell and Newquay) Brian Mathew |
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Thursday 17th September 2026
Report - Large Print – 2nd Report – UK International Climate Finance: Sustaining Commitments and Impact Amid a Shrinking Aid Budget International Development Committee Found: ) Alicia Kearns (Conservative; Rutland and Stamford) Noah Law (Labour; St Austell and Newquay) Brian Mathew |
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Tuesday 15th September 2026
Oral Evidence - Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office International Development Committee Found: Members present: Sarah Champion (Chair); Janet Daby; Tracy Gilbert; Monica Harding; Noah Law; Brian Mathew |
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Tuesday 15th September 2026 1:30 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The work of the Minister for International Development At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Kirsty McNeill MP - Minister of State for International Development and Africa at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Nick Dyer - Interim Permanent Under-Secretary at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 13th October 2026 1:30 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: FCDO's approach to higher education and research partnerships At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Professor Adrian Martin - Professor of Environment and Development, School of Global Development at University of East Anglia Professor Liz Baggs - Vice-Principal Research and Innovation; and Commissioner at the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission at The University of Edinburgh Mr Jonathan Leape - Executive Director, International Growth Centre at London School of Economics At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Mr Harry Anderson - Deputy Director for Policy and Global Engagement at Universities UK International Professor Anuradha Joshi - Director at Institute of Development Studies View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 20th October 2026 1:30 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The UK and the Sahel At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Abdouraouf Gnon-Konde - Regional Director for West and Central Africa at UNHCR Patrice Ahouansou - Country director for Chad at UNHCR Marc Regnault de la Mothe - Senior Representation Adviser for West and Central Africa at UN World Food Programme At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Kaboré Wendyam Micheline - Executive director at Pananetugri Initiative for the Well-being of Women Vanessa Willems - Advocacy and Policy Adviser at FONGA Yann Faivre - Executive Director West Africa & Americas at Danish Refugee Council View calendar - Add to calendar |