Information between 22nd February 2026 - 4th March 2026
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23 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley 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 Tally: Ayes - 73 Noes - 286 |
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23 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 361 Noes - 84 |
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23 Feb 2026 - Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley 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 Tally: Ayes - 156 Noes - 273 |
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23 Feb 2026 - Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley 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 - 77 Noes - 280 |
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23 Feb 2026 - Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley 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 - 161 Noes - 272 |
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24 Feb 2026 - Online Harm: Child Protection - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley 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 - 69 Noes - 279 |
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2 Mar 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Martin Wrigley voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 105 Noes - 410 |
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Martin Wrigley speeches from: Middle East
Martin Wrigley contributed 1 speech (92 words) Monday 2nd March 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Martin Wrigley speeches from: Representation of the People Bill
Martin Wrigley contributed 4 speeches (560 words) 2nd reading Monday 2nd March 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Martin Wrigley speeches from: Ukraine
Martin Wrigley contributed 1 speech (136 words) Wednesday 25th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Martin Wrigley speeches from: Transport
Martin Wrigley contributed 1 speech (63 words) Monday 23rd February 2026 - Written Corrections Department for Transport |
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Dementia: Health Services
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 23rd February 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, when the new dementia framework will be published. Answered by Stephen Kinnock - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) The first ever Modern Service framework for Frailty and Dementia will be informed by phase one of the independent commission into adult social care. The commission is underway and phase one will report this year. We intend to engage with a range of partners over the coming months to enable us to build a framework which is both ambitious and practical, to ensure we can improve system performance for people with dementia both now and in the future. We are working to develop the content as soon as possible and we will keep partners updated on progress and timings as this work unfolds. |
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South West Main Line: Devon
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 24th February 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the phase 5 rail resilience programme in the context of water levels in 2026. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) We remain committed to concluding the works necessary on this route to mitigate the remaining risks identified in the Southwest Rail Resilience Programme.
Network Rail is commencing work on a drainage trial, removing water from a section of the cliffs between Parsons Tunnel and Teignmouth. This trial, along with further ground investigation work, will provide detailed data to inform consideration of a proposal for a long-term solution in due course.
Despite the intensity of recent weather, the railway was only closed during the storms themselves, and the impact on the area covered by Phase 5 of the Programme did not affect the availability of the line.
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Palantir: Freedom of Information
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Wednesday 25th February 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether any Freedom of Information requests concerning Palantir Technologies have been refused since 2023. Answered by Chris Ward - Parliamentary Secretary (Cabinet Office) All FOI requests are handled in accordance with the legislation, including the application of relevant exemptions where applicable.
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Housing: Construction
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions the Department has had with Teignbridge District Council regarding the application of national environmental policy frameworks to the NA3 allocation affecting Wolborough Fen. Answered by Matthew Pennycook - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) Due to the quasi-judicial role of MHCLG Ministers in the planning system, neither the Secretary of State nor I are able to comment on the details of specific planning proposals, including discussing them with the relevant local planning authority. |
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Common Land: National Landscapes
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether the Department plans to review legislative frameworks governing commons management in protected landscapes. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The department has no plans to review legislative frameworks governing commons management in protected landscapes. |
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Common Land: Dartmoor
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what discussions her Department has held with the Dartmoor National Park Authority and Natural England regarding governance arrangements for commons management. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Minister Creagh visited Dartmoor National Park in April 2025 to hear about the work of the National Park Authority. Defra also has annual review meetings with each National Park Authority, including Dartmoor, to look at delivery and management of National Park outcomes. |
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Wetlands
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment has been made of whether existing policy guidance provides Natural England with sufficient powers to prevent cumulative ecological impacts on protected wetlands arising from strategic housing allocations. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra’s Regulatory Landscape Review, led by Dan Corry, was published in April 2025. As part of our work to implement its recommendations, we will soon publish Strategic Policy Statements for Natural England and the Environment Agency. These will set out expectations for their contribution towards our growth mission, particularly around reaching our ambitious homebuilding targets and fast-tracking major infrastructure projects.
The Corry review and the 2025 Post-Implementation Review of the Habitats Regulations both concluded that improvements could be made to the functioning of the Habitats Regulations. We are working with stakeholders to improve guidance on Habitats Regulations Assessments, including clarifying the respective roles of Natural England as a statutory consultee and planning authorities as decision makers on planning applications.
Natural England is a statutory consultee on planning applications and offers advice and guidance to planning authorities, but planning authorities are ultimately responsible for planning decisions, including imposing planning conditions where necessary to make development acceptable. The National Planning Policy Framework reinforces statutory protections, including by setting out how planning conditions should be used. |
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Nature Conservation: Planning Permission
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment the Department has made of how current planning policy frameworks influence the advisory and regulatory role of Natural England in relation to large housing allocations affecting protected habitats. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra’s Regulatory Landscape Review, led by Dan Corry, was published in April 2025. As part of our work to implement its recommendations, we will soon publish Strategic Policy Statements for Natural England and the Environment Agency. These will set out expectations for their contribution towards our growth mission, particularly around reaching our ambitious homebuilding targets and fast-tracking major infrastructure projects.
The Corry review and the 2025 Post-Implementation Review of the Habitats Regulations both concluded that improvements could be made to the functioning of the Habitats Regulations. We are working with stakeholders to improve guidance on Habitats Regulations Assessments, including clarifying the respective roles of Natural England as a statutory consultee and planning authorities as decision makers on planning applications.
Natural England is a statutory consultee on planning applications and offers advice and guidance to planning authorities, but planning authorities are ultimately responsible for planning decisions, including imposing planning conditions where necessary to make development acceptable. The National Planning Policy Framework reinforces statutory protections, including by setting out how planning conditions should be used. |
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Palantir: Contracts
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether his Department maintains a central record of all government contracts awarded to Palantir Technologies; and what the value of those contracts was since 2019. Answered by Chris Ward - Parliamentary Secretary (Cabinet Office) Palantir is not a strategic supplier and therefore information held by the Cabinet Office is limited.
Details of central government contracts above £12,000 for procurements commenced before 24 February 2025 are published on Contracts Finder.
Contracts procured under the Procurement Act 2023, which came into force on 24 February 2025, are published on the Central Digital Platform Find a Tender service.
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Aviation: Fares
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of dynamic pricing practices used by airlines during school holiday periods on families with school-aged children. Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The UK aviation sector operates as a private market, with airlines independently determining their routes and fare structures. The Minister for Aviation and DfT officials regularly meet airlines to discuss a range of topics, including pricing. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has statutory competition functions in relation to airline markets. The CMA and the CAA both have responsibilities for enforcing consumer protections relating to price transparency, contract terms and passenger rights, including those during flight disruption. |
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Sites of Special Scientific Interest: Dartmoor
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what specific targets the Department has set for improving the condition of SSSIs within Dartmoor National Park during this Parliament. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The Environmental Improvement Plan 2025 sets out an interim target for 50% of SSSI features to have actions on track by 2030, alongside a long‑term ambition for 75% of protected sites to be in favourable condition by 2042.
The 50% of actions on track interim target will actively help improve the condition of SSSIs, including those in the Dartmoor National Park.
The Protected Landscapes Targets and Outcomes Framework sets the ambition for 80% of all SSSIs within protected landscapes, which includes the Dartmoor National Park, to be in favourable condition by 2042.
Natural England has also committed to completing updated condition assessments for all SSSIs by 2032. This will provide the evidence needed to target interventions effectively and inform future management decisions on Dartmoor and elsewhere. |
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Hill Farming: Dartmoor
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment has been made of the economic viability of upland farms on Dartmoor following the withdrawal of Basic Payment Scheme support. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra does not hold data on the viability of upland farms on Dartmoor. Defra’s annual Farm Business Survey only has information on the Farm Business Income of grazing livestock farms in Less Favoured Areas in England, but results are not available at any lower geographic level. Results are published at: Farm Business Survey - GOV.UK |
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Lord Mandelson
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has reviewed any potential conflict‑of‑interest issues arising from Lord Mandelson’s involvement with Global Counsel, including in relation to introductions made to Palantir Technologies. Answered by Stephen Doughty - Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) I refer the Hon. Member to the Government's response to the Urgent Question tabled on 12 February, the Written Ministerial Statement in the name of the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister that same day, and Oral Statement on the 23 February which set out an update on the Government's process. We will set out further details in due course. The Government wishes to ensure that Parliament's instruction is met with the urgency and transparency that it deserves. |
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Prime Minister: Palantir
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether any declarations of interest were made by persons involved in arranging and attending the Prime Minister’s visit to Palantir Technologies’ headquarters. Answered by Stephen Doughty - Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) I refer the Hon. Member to the Government's response to the Urgent Question tabled on 12 February, the Written Ministerial Statement in the name of the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister that same day, and Oral Statement on the 23 February which set out an update on the Government's process. We will set out further details in due course. The Government wishes to ensure that Parliament's instruction is met with the urgency and transparency that it deserves. |
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Police: Standards
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what role her Department has in providing oversight and assurance where public confidence in policing has been undermined by media reporting and documentary evidence; and whether there are existing independent bodies and review mechanisms to which such concerns should appropriately be directed. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Home Office) This Department supports the police and is clear that public confidence is crucial to our model of policing by consent. We hold our police to the highest of standards and expect action to be taken where this confidence is undermined. There are a number of measures in place to help ensure this. The Home Secretary has powers to direct targeted inspections by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) where there are specific concerns. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) oversees the police complaints system under which the public can raise concerns directly with the Professional Standards Department in their local police force or via the IOPC. The most serious and sensitive matters, including deaths or serious injuries involving the police, must be sent immediately by forces to the IOPC and the IOPC determines if it is necessary for such matters to be independently investigated. The IOPC, which has a statutory duty to maintain public confidence in the system, also has powers to “call in” a referral or to investigate such matters that have come to its attention on its own initiative, without waiting for a referral. We set out plans for policing reform in the recent White Paper, From Local to National: A New Model for Policing” on 26 January, including reforms to increase accountability and standards. Finally, the independent Angiolini Inquiry is currently examining a range of issues in policing such as vetting, recruitment and culture in policing and the Home Office will carefully consider its findings when available. |
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Police: Disclosure of Information
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what protections exist for police (a) officers and (b) staff who (i) raise and (ii) disclose (A) historical and (B) modern (1) concerns and (2) wrongdoing. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Home Office) Serving police officers and police staff in England and Wales are given protections in law against detriment (adverse treatment), if they “blow the whistle” about wrongdoing by their forces or colleagues, providing certain conditions are met. This includes making disclosures about (A) historic or (B) recent or concurrent issues. The protections in law include protections from reprisal or unfair dismissal. Separately, police officers are required by law to report any wrongdoing by colleagues that they witness or find out about. There are internal whistleblowing routes available for police officers and staff in police forces and the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) also has its own dedicated reporting line specifically for police officers and staff to report concerns. The Director General of the IOPC is a “prescribed body” for whistleblowing disclosures as listed in the Public Interest Disclosure (Prescribed Persons) Order 2014. In addition, the Government is exploring options to amend legislation to allow police officers to use the public complaints system where there are allegations of police-perpetrated domestic abuse. |
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Sites of Special Scientific Interest: Property Development
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what information Natural England is required to publish regarding its engagement with developers and planning authorities in cases involving Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Answered by Mary Creagh - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Natural England (NE) is a statutory consultee under the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 in respect of development that is within, or likely to affect, a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
There is no statutory requirement for NE to publish its engagement with developers or local planning authorities when exercising this function. Local planning authorities are required to maintain a public planning register. While statutory consultee responses are commonly included, there is no explicit duty for them to publish such information. |
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Department of Health and Social Care: Palantir
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Monday 2nd March 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether any Freedom of Information requests seeking briefings, minutes and internal reports concerning Palantir Technologies have been refused since 2023. Answered by Karin Smyth - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) Since January 2023, the Department has received and answered 17 Freedom of Information (FOI) requests seeking briefings, minutes, and internal reports concerning Palantir. The FOI Act provides several exemptions that allow public bodies to withhold information in particular circumstances. Exemptions exist to protect information that should not be disclosed, for example because disclosing it would be harmful to another person or it would be against the public interest. Of these requests, where information was withheld in part, this was almost exclusively because it constituted personal or contact information. In one case some information was withheld as it related to policy formulation. Information released included briefings and minutes of meetings. Those requests that were refused in full were due to cost or because the request required clarification. |
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Road Works: Utilities
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer of 12 February 2026, what assessment her Department has made of the effectiveness of doubling fixed‑penalty notices and extending overrun charges for utility companies whose roadworks exceed agreed deadlines. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Department has recently strengthened the powers available to local highway authorities through the Street and Road Works (Charges and Penalties) (Amendments) (England) Regulations 2025. These measures are intended to support councils in coordinating utility works more effectively and encourage timely completion of roadworks, including during major transport infrastructure projects.
These enforcement powers operate alongside lane rental schemes, which allow authorities to charge up to £2,500 per day for works on the busiest roads at the busiest times.
As the Regulations only came into force in January 2026, it is too early to assess their full impact. The Department will review the strengthened penalty regime and the expanding use of lane rental schemes as evidence becomes available, to ensure they collectively support more efficient coordination of street works and reduce disruption to road users.
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Road Works: Utilities
Asked by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of county councils’ statutory powers to coordinate utility works during major transport infrastructure projects. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Department has recently strengthened the powers available to local highway authorities through the Street and Road Works (Charges and Penalties) (Amendments) (England) Regulations 2025. These measures are intended to support councils in coordinating utility works more effectively and encourage timely completion of roadworks, including during major transport infrastructure projects.
These enforcement powers operate alongside lane rental schemes, which allow authorities to charge up to £2,500 per day for works on the busiest roads at the busiest times.
As the Regulations only came into force in January 2026, it is too early to assess their full impact. The Department will review the strengthened penalty regime and the expanding use of lane rental schemes as evidence becomes available, to ensure they collectively support more efficient coordination of street works and reduce disruption to road users.
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Monday 23rd February Securing the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme 43 signatures (Most recent: 17 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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Wednesday 11th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2026 Creative industries and the use of AI 18 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House recognises that artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for innovation and economic growth but also poses substantial risks to the United Kingdom’s world-leading creative industries; notes with concern proposals to introduce a broad text and data mining copyright exception which would permit the use of creative works to … |
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Thursday 12th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 13th March 2026 Cheadle Civic Society's celebration of Agatha Christie's connection to Cheadle 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House thanks Cheadle Civic Society for launching a year long celebration commemorating Agatha Christie’s connection to Cheadle in collaboration with Agatha Christie Limited that marks half a century since her death; acknowledges the story of the world’s most famous crime writer; celebrates that Christie often stayed at Abney … |
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Thursday 12th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 13th March 2026 Thatcham Refillable and community environmental leadership 6 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates Thatcham Refillable and its founders, Jenny and Tom Kirby, on collecting 2,045 chocolate tubs as part of the Tub2Pub recycling scheme; recognises the fantastic community effort across West Berkshire in support of Macmillan Cancer Support, collecting more than double their original target of 1,000 tubs; commends … |
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Thursday 12th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 13th March 2026 Olympic achievement of Leon Greenwood 5 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates Newbury’s Leon Greenwood on representing Great Britain at the Winter Olympics in the four-man bobsleigh event, achieving an outstanding seventh-place finish; recognises his perseverance in overcoming a serious ankle cartilage injury that once threatened his sprinting career; commends his contribution to Great Britain’s recent World Cup … |
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Thursday 12th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 13th March 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Scotland’s curlers on their outstanding achievements in recent national and international competitions; recognises the skill, dedication and teamwork demonstrated by athletes representing Scotland in the sport of curling; applauds the continued success of Scottish teams in upholding the nation’s proud curling tradition; acknowledges the vital contribution … |
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Wednesday 11th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 55 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes with concern the sudden and severe rise in heating oil prices as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with prices almost trebling in a week; recognises that around a third of rural households rely on oil-fired heating and already face higher levels … |
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Wednesday 11th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 Free school meal holiday voucher scheme in Surrey 11 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House expresses deep concern at the decision by Conservative-run Surrey County Council to end the free school meal holiday voucher scheme that has supported vulnerable children across Surrey during school holidays; notes that the scheme provides supermarket vouchers to families whose children receive free school meals, helping ensure … |
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Wednesday 11th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 Energy prices for households and businesses 32 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions … |
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Wednesday 11th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 Understanding of Tourette Syndrome 14 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House notes the public distress and misunderstanding that followed a recent high profile event in which an involuntary tic was misinterpreted, and recognises the hurt experienced across multiple communities as well as the broader impact such incidents have on people living with Tourette syndrome when the involuntary nature … |
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Monday 23rd February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 Government response to Israel’s West Bank annexation plan 70 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East) That this House notes the Israeli Government’s 15 February approval of a plan to register land in the Occupied Palestinian Territory of the West Bank as Israeli state property; strongly condemns this illegal plan to seize yet more Palestinian land; further notes the statement backed by 85 UN Member States, … |
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Wednesday 11th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Friday 13th March 2026 Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank 57 signatures (Most recent: 17 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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Monday 9th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th March 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House recognises the significant pressures faced by ambulance services as a result of handover delays; expresses concern at the fact that this January was the worst January ever recorded for the West Midlands Ambulance Service, with 50,070 hours lost waiting to hand patients over outside hospitals, the equivalent … |
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Tuesday 13th May Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 Torbay Hospital Nurses League 80th anniversary 8 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Torbay Hospital Nurses League; notes with admiration that the League has been in existence longer than the NHS itself and is open to all qualified nurses who either trained at Torbay Hospital or were employed there for more than two years; … |
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Monday 17th November Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the 85th anniversary of Citizens Advice Torbay, founded on 8 November 1940, and applauds its enduring role as a champion for local people; notes that the national Citizens Advice service began in 1939 with 200 bureaux opening just days after the outbreak of the Second World … |
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Thursday 27th November Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 25th Anniversary of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House notes the 25th anniversary of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000; recognises that while the Act created new rights of access to mapped open country for those on foot, it did not extend comparable access to rivers, lakes or most inland waters; acknowledges the increasing … |
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Monday 26th January Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 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 23rd February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th 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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Wednesday 4th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses alarm at ongoing cuts to eating disorder services across the country; notes with concern the announcement that the Richardson Eating Disorder Service at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle is due to close, particularly given the next closest specialist inpatient facility is over 50 miles away … |
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Thursday 5th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House notes the shocking state of NHS dentistry across the country; raises once again the all too common cases of DIY tooth extractions and patients forced to attend A&E due to dental pain; highlights the worrying rates of access for children, with over 5 million children not seeing … |
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Thursday 5th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 Centenary of Babbacombe Cliff Railway in Torquay 10 signatures (Most recent: 12 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the one hundredth anniversary of the opening of the Babbacombe Cliff Railway in Torquay; notes that Torquay is one of just fourteen places in the UK with an operational Funicular Railway, and celebrates those men and women who have ensured its survival and continued success over … |
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Monday 9th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2026 Recognition of armed forces personnel wounded in terrorist attacks outside of operational deployment 18 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon) That this House recognises the courage and sacrifice of members of His Majesty’s armed forces who have been wounded or injured in terrorist attacks outside of official operational deployment; pays tribute to the resilience and lifelong impact borne by those service personnel and their families; notes that such attacks were … |
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Monday 9th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th March 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House is aware of worsening failures in Royal Mail’s delivery services, which is adversely affecting residents and businesses, with consequent missed medical appointments which arrive after the appointment date, fines for non-payment of bills and numerous other significant impacts; that Royal Mail recently warned that more than 100 … |
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Thursday 5th March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 6th March 2026 International Women's Day 2026 and women’s inclusion in placemaking 28 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House celebrates International Women’s Day 2026 and recognises the challenges faced by women over the past year; expresses concern that violence against women and girls continues to result in approximately 100 to 200 deaths annually in the UK; emphasises the importance of involving women in placemaking to help … |
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Monday 2nd March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 41 signatures (Most recent: 17 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 February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 58 signatures (Most recent: 11 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 March Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 27th February 2026 Conduct of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care 31 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House censures the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care over his failure to review the decision to grant the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) contract to Palantir; urges him to make a statement before the House setting out the precise timelines and details of how the … |
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Monday 23rd February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th February 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 Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th February 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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Wednesday 25th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 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 Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 2026 Recognition of Ukrainian driving licences 24 signatures (Most recent: 11 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 Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th February 2026 43 signatures (Most recent: 17 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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Thursday 12th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 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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Tuesday 11th November Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Support for the UK-Ukraine Trauma and Recovery Collaborative 27 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House recognises the importance of the Trauma and Recovery Collaborative in strengthening Ukraine’s health system while enhancing the UK’s own resilience and preparedness for conflict-related health challenges; notes that this initiative, developed under the framework of the UK-Ukraine 100-Year Partnership Agreement, will deliver vital clinical support, training and … |
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Thursday 18th December Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons 100 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House supports the protection of the rights of older people in the UK and globally; recognises that a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons is an important step for establishing a global minimum standard of legal protection for older people everywhere; acknowledges the strong track record … |
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Monday 9th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 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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Monday 9th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 26 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Local Authorities (Changes to Years of Ordinary Elections) (England) Order 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 96), dated 3 February 2026, a copy of which was laid before this House on 5 February 2026, be annulled. |
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Monday 9th February Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 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 Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Refugee homelessness and the asylum move-on period 28 signatures (Most recent: 16 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 Martin Wrigley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 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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Wednesday 18th March 2026 noon Cabinet Office Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras) Prime Minister's Question Time - Main Chamber Wendy Morton: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Jeremy Wright: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Marie Tidball: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Uma Kumaran: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Martin Wrigley: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Dawn Butler: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. David Davis: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Nigel Farage: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Paul Davies: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Steve Witherden: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Greg Smith: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Edward Morello: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Andrew Snowden: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Noah Law: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. Oliver Ryan: If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18 March. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th March 2026 9 a.m. Science, Innovation and Technology Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Innovation showcase At 9:30am: Oral evidence Dr Hendrik Runge - CEO at Cambridge Nucleomics At 9:45am: Oral evidence Professor Jon Butterworth - Professor of Physics at University College London Professor Catherine Heymans - Astronomer Royal for Scotland and Professor of Astrophysics at University of Edinburgh Dr Simon Williams - Postdoctoral Research Associate at Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology, University of Durham At 10:30am: Oral evidence Professor Michele Dougherty - Executive Chair at Science and Technology Facilities Council View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 11th March 2026 9 a.m. Science, Innovation and Technology Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Social media age restrictions At 9:30am: Oral evidence Frank Young - Chief Executive at Parentkind Dr Rebecca Foljambe - Founder at Health Professionals for Safer Screens and GP Partner At 10:10am: Oral evidence Professor Lorna Woods OBE - Professor Emerita School of Law at University of Essex and advisor to the Online Safety Act Network (OSN) Dr Kim Sylwander - Research Manager and researcher at Digital Futures for Children centre, London School of Economics and Political Science The Baroness Kidron OBE - Crossbench Peer at House of Lords and Founder and Chair of 5Rights At 10:50am: Oral evidence Julie Inman Grant - eSafety Commissioner at Australia Professor Amy Orben - Research Professor and Programme Leader at MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, University of Cambridge and Fellow at St. John's College, University of Cambridge Professor Jeff Hancock - Founding Director at Stanford Social Media Lab, Director, Stanford Cyber Policy Centre and Harry and Norman Chandler Professor of Communication View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 18th March 2026 9 a.m. Science, Innovation and Technology Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 24th March 2026 9 a.m. Science, Innovation and Technology Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Follow-up on Social media, misinformation and harmful algorithms inquiry View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 17th March 2026 1 p.m. Science, Innovation and Technology Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Science diplomacy At 1:30pm: Oral evidence The Lord Vallance of Balham KCB - Minister for Science, Innovation, Research and Nuclear at Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Seema Malhotra MP - Minister for Indo-Pacific at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Rhys Bowen - Director for International and Economic Security at Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Nathanael Bevan - Deputy Director of the What Works Research and Evidence at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |