Information between 20th April 2026 - 30th May 2026
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20 Apr 2026 - Crime and Policing Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 294 Noes - 61 |
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20 Apr 2026 - Crime and Policing Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 292 Noes - 158 |
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20 Apr 2026 - Crime and Policing Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 294 Noes - 156 |
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20 Apr 2026 - Crime and Policing Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 293 Noes - 159 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 287 Noes - 150 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 284 Noes - 149 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 291 Noes - 144 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 288 Noes - 147 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 298 Noes - 152 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 297 Noes - 147 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 287 Noes - 149 |
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21 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 293 Noes - 155 |
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27 Apr 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill (Carry-over) - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 59 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 279 Noes - 176 |
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27 Apr 2026 - Pension Schemes Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 279 Noes - 164 |
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27 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 271 Noes - 171 |
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27 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 269 Noes - 170 |
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27 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 270 Noes - 170 |
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27 Apr 2026 - English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 273 Noes - 167 |
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27 Apr 2026 - Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 272 Noes - 64 |
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28 Apr 2026 - Referral of Prime Minister to Committee of Privileges - View Vote Context Monica Harding 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 - 223 Noes - 335 |
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20 May 2026 - Defence Readiness - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 307 Noes - 171 |
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20 May 2026 - Defence Readiness - View Vote Context Monica Harding voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 59 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 78 Noes - 408 |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Business of the House
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (98 words) Thursday 21st May 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Middle East
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (382 words) Thursday 21st May 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Humble Address: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (42 words) Thursday 21st May 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Business and Trade |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (83 words) Wednesday 20th May 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Backing Business to Create Economic Growth
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (818 words) Monday 18th May 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Business and Trade |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Monica Harding contributed 1 speech (98 words) Tuesday 21st April 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Monica Harding speeches from: Maternity Commissioner
Monica Harding contributed 2 speeches (1,044 words) Monday 20th April 2026 - Westminster Hall Department of Health and Social Care |
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Childminding: Tax Allowances
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Tuesday 28th April 2026 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the impact of the removal of the 10 per cent wear and tear allowance on self employed, Ofsted registered childminders; and what assessment she has made of the potential merits of (a) reinstating this allowance and (b) introducing an alternative mechanism to cover additional household costs for childminders who provide childcare from their own homes. Answered by Dan Tomlinson - Exchequer Secretary (HM Treasury) Childminders make a significant contribution to children’s development, learning, and wellbeing. The Government has eased rules on working from schools and community centres and increased early years funding rates above 2023 average fees. These increases reflect increased costs, and from April 2026, local authorities must pass at least 97 per cent of funding to providers.
Only a small proportion of childminders with qualifying income over £50,000 have been mandated into Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax from April 2026. Childminders moving to MTD for income tax can continue to claim tax relief for household costs, wear and tear of household items and furniture, and food and drink, by deducting actual business costs. This ensures childminders receive tax relief for all of the costs that they incur in relation to their childminding business. The Government has recently published updated guidance for childminders to help them claim relief for these costs.
The Government will monitor the impact of MTD for income tax on childminders and other home-based childcare providers in the same way as it will for all sole traders moving to MTD for income tax. We will also review the impacts of moving from the 10% deduction to actual costs for wear and tear claims. |
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Music: Streaming
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Wednesday 29th April 2026 Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she is taking steps to ensure that the voluntary measures agreed by the Creator Remuneration Working Group in July 2025 deliver improved remuneration for (a) session musicians and orchestral players and (b) other non-featured artists from music streaming platforms. Answered by Ian Murray - Minister of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) Ensuring that music creators are fairly compensated for their work is crucial to the ongoing success of our world-class music industry, as this is what allows them to invest their time, effort, and money into creating music.
Through the Creator Remuneration Working Group, we collaborated on this matter with key industry stakeholders, including major and independent record labels and music creator representatives.
In July 2025, we were delighted to welcome the new label-led principles as an output of these discussions. This includes targeted support for legacy artists, songwriters and session musicians, with the commitment from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and the Musicians’ Union to increase fees for session musicians by 40% for pop and 15% for classical sessions. The UK’s major labels have also launched bespoke packages to deliver benefits for UK creators.
To track progress and measure success, the government has worked with industry to implement a robust process to monitor and review the impact of the Principles. The Government will then assess the need for further intervention to ensure this package delivers on its objective to bring about real change.
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Leasehold and Rented Housing: Pets
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Wednesday 20th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the difference in pet ownership rights of leaseholders and tenants in rental properties, specifically regarding the provisions in the Renter’s Rights Act that prevent landlords issuing blanket bans on pets on equality of treatment between different forms of property ownership; and whether the Government will introduce measures to ensure leaseholders have equivalent rights to keep pets in their properties. Answered by Matthew Pennycook - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The government recognises that pets can bring joy and comfort to their owners, as well as supporting their mental and physical wellbeing.
At present, the ability of a leaseholder to keep a pet will depend on the terms of their lease. Where a given lease restricts the keeping of pets, variation of the lease to enable leaseholders to have a pet may only be made by agreement with the freeholder.
The government is considering the rights of leaseholders to keep pets as part of its leasehold and commonhold reform agenda. |
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Private Rented Housing: Pets
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Wednesday 20th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether the Government plans to bring forward legislative proposals to prevent leasehold agreements from imposing blanket bans on pet ownership where similar restrictions would not be permitted under the Renters’ Rights Act. Answered by Matthew Pennycook - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The government recognises that pets can bring joy and comfort to their owners, as well as supporting their mental and physical wellbeing.
At present, the ability of a leaseholder to keep a pet will depend on the terms of their lease. Where a given lease restricts the keeping of pets, variation of the lease to enable leaseholders to have a pet may only be made by agreement with the freeholder.
The government is considering the rights of leaseholders to keep pets as part of its leasehold and commonhold reform agenda. |
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Local Housing Allowance
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Wednesday 20th May 2026 Question to the Department for Work and Pensions: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the impact of the continued freeze on Local Housing Allowance on (a) Elmbridge Borough Council and (b) other high-cost rental areas. Answered by Stephen Timms - Minister of State (Department for Work and Pensions) The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions reviewed Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates and confirmed in his written ministerial statement on 26th November 2025 that rates would be maintained at their current levels for 2026/27.
Renters facing a shortfall in meeting their housing costs can apply for discretionary support through the Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) Housing Payments from local authorities in England. |
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Childcare: Fees and Charges
Asked by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Department for Education: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of children who turn nine months old shortly after the term-time eligibility deadline for 30-hour free childcare on families; how many young children turned nine-months of age within one month after this deadline in March 2026; and whether she is considering the potential merits of reviewing this issue as part of the proposed reform to childcare. Answered by Olivia Bailey - Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Education) (Equalities) The government’s Plan for Change sets out a commitment to give children the best start in life, breaking the link between background and opportunity.
Children become eligible for an early education and childcare place from 1 September, 1 January or 1 April, the term following them reaching nine months old.
Termly deadlines enable local authorities and childcare providers to better plan and ensure sufficient early years places are available, as there are clear periods for when children are likely to enter into a place.
The department does not hold data on the number of children who turned nine-months of age within one month after this deadline in March 2026.
We have committed to a Childcare and Early Education Review which will look at how to improve access to early education and care, making the system simpler for families and delivering a coherent offer. |
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Wednesday 20th May 10 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House congratulates Walton and Hersham Football Club on winning the Southern League Premier Division South title and securing promotion to the National League South for the first time in the club's history; notes that the club has achieved four promotions in six seasons; further notes that this is … |
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Monday 1st June Monica Harding signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 41 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley) That this House notes with alarm that the UK hospitality sector is under severe and compounding pressure, with thousands of businesses entering insolvency and margins eroded by rising energy costs, increased business rates, staff shortages, and supply chain inflation; recognises that the United Kingdom is an outlier among European countries, … |
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Monday 1st June Monica Harding signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 Protecting children from data exploitation 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House believes that social media platforms and online services must be designed with children’s safety in mind; notes that under current UK law, children as young as 13 can have their personal data collected, processed, and used for targeted advertising and algorithm-driven content; further notes that the majority … |
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Thursday 4th June Monica Harding signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 NHS funding for mental health services 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over the recent news that mental health spending, as a share of total NHS expenditure, is due to fall for the third year in a row; highlights that over 2.2 million people are in contact with NHS mental health services; notes that while mental … |
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Monday 8th June Monica Harding signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House wishes the England men's football team every success in the FIFA World Cup 2026; recognises the significance of the World Cup as the pinnacle of international football and one of the world's most celebrated sporting events; celebrates the pride, excitement and sense of national unity that the … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2026 Supporting Ukraine and seizing Russia’s frozen assets 42 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House commends and is humbled by the bravery displayed by Ukrainian soldiers and civilians as they defend their country against Vladimir Putin’s invasion, now into its fifth year; recognises that Ukraine’s sovereignty is non-negotiable, and that only the Ukrainian people have the right to determine their country’s future; … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Monica Harding signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo 36 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House notes with grave concern the recent declaration of a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in the Democratic Republic of Congo following 904 suspected cases and 119 suspected deaths from Ebola for which there is currently no vaccine or effective treatment; … |
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Thursday 21st May Monica Harding signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st June 2026 37 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with concern the slow progress in advancing negotiations with the European Union on youth mobility, educational exchange and wider people-to-people cooperation following the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union; recognises the cultural, educational and economic benefits that reciprocal youth mobility arrangements provide to young people, … |
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Tuesday 19th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 Local government and social care 31 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House recognises that adult social care is the largest area of council spending after SEND provision; notes that in 2024-25 the gross current expenditure for local authorities in England on adult social care totalled £29.4 billion which was a 9% increase on the previous year in cash terms; … |
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Monday 18th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House believes the publication of the Warm Homes Plan in January 2026 was a welcome step after long delays from the Government; condemns that delays meant vulnerable households were left without the anticipated support to upgrade homes and cut energy bills in winter 2024-25, and again for winter … |
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Monday 18th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 Energy prices for households and businesses 28 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 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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Monday 18th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 UK-US Trade Deal and animal welfare and farming 29 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House notes with concern the announcement on 8 May 2025 of the UK-US Trade Deal which significantly expands tariff-free access for US beef exports from 1,000 to 13,000 tonnes annually; further notes that while the Government has stated that sanitary and phytosanitary standards must be maintained, the deal … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 Implications for rural communities of the Autumn Budget 2024 29 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises the vital contribution that British farmers make to our economy, environment and food security; understands that the farming industry has suffered from the botched trade deals that the former Conservative Government negotiated and the poorly managed transition to environmental land management schemes, increases in input costs, … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 28 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes with concern the news that the Competition and Markets Authority has agreed to allow water companies including Anglian, Northumbrian, Southern, Wessex, and South East Water to increase bills by an additional 3% on average, compared with the amount agreed by the regulator Ofwat; notes that this … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 28 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House notes with concern the ongoing housing crisis; recognises that the Empty Homes Network and Local Government Association has reported a 10% increase in long-term empty homes; understands the detrimental impact these empty homes have on this crisis; notes that consenting the development of thousands of green fields … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 34 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises the Government’s intention to publish legislation on water sector reform following the publication of the Water White Paper; further recognises the urgent need for structural reform of England’s water industry to rebuild public trust, improve environmental outcomes and ensure fair and resilient management of essential water … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House believes reform to the leasehold system is long overdue; notes that Liberals and Liberal Democrats have campaigned to end leasehold since David Lloyd George's Limehouse Speech on his People's Budget in 1909; regrets that the Conservatives in government failed to protect leaseholders from dangerous cladding or ban … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2026 26 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House recognises the growing importance of food security in the context of ongoing global instability and rising costs of food, fuel and energy; notes that the resilience of the food system must be treated as a core pillar of national security; further notes that England is the only … |
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Thursday 14th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th May 2026 33 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House deplores the systemic and violent subjugation of women and girls in Afghanistan by the Taliban, including the new penal code which was introduced in January and has effectively legalised domestic violence including sexual assault within marriages while also granting husbands explicit authority to discipline their wives for … |
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Monday 18th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th May 2026 79 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr) That this House expresses grave concern at the executive order signed on 29 January 2026 by US President Donald Trump, which unjustifiably declares Cuba as an “extraordinary threat” to the national security of the United States and authorises new sanctions against any country supplying oil to Cuba; notes that Cuba … |
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Tuesday 19th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th May 2026 30 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House condemns the Knesset’s decision to approve its Penal Law in March 2026, which expands the use of the death penalty in both military and civilian courts; recognises that the law’s provisions will de facto apply exclusively to Palestinians; affirms that discriminating against Palestinians is inhumane and contravenes … |
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Thursday 14th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th May 2026 85 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House notes the National Emergency Briefing held in Westminster on 27 November 2025, attended by over 1,200 leaders from politics, business, science, and civil society, which set out the escalating risks posed by climate change and nature loss; further notes the expert evidence presented that the UK faces … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Speech and Language Therapy for Autistic Children 37 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House recognises that speech and language therapy is currently failing many autistic children and young people in England; notes that hundreds of autistic individuals and their families have shared lived experience testimony demonstrating that their specific communication needs are not being met by existing NHS speech and language … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Meta and YouTube and legal liability for addictive design and online harms 39 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes with alarm the findings of recent legal proceedings in the United States in which Meta and YouTube have been found liable for creating platforms with addictive features that cause mental health distress and social media addiction, and in which Meta has further been found liable for … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Digital sovereignty and sovereign public procurement strategy 37 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes that we live in an increasingly digitised world, with our jobs, finance, transport and national security depending on technological solutions; further notes that many of these services, including Government services and critical national infrastructure, depend on technology and/or supply chains that are not owned or located … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 45 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with deep concern breaches of international humanitarian law by the Israeli Government in Palestine; expresses its grave concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit war crimes, particularly in Gaza; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of arms … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Proportional Representation for UK Elections 33 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House celebrates the hard work of candidates who stood for election on 7th May; congratulates those who succeeded in their bid for election; notes that the representation of parties on Councils across the UK does not reflect the vote share each party will have received; recognises that these … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Issuing defence bonds to help restore Britain’s military 39 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House believes that, in a world made more dangerous by Donald Trump's reckless war in the Middle East and Vladimir Putin’s aggression in Ukraine and the rest of Europe, the UK cannot afford to continue drifting on defence; recognises the urgent need to rebuild the country’s armed forces … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Two-state solution in Israel and Palestine 50 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with alarm the deteriorating situation in Gaza, where millions of Palestinians are still in the grip of a humanitarian catastrophe following the Israeli Government’s military campaign, and Hamas’ reassertion of control; condemns increasing illegal settler expansion and violence in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, together … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Rebuilding UK defence ties with Europe 42 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House believes the UK faces the greatest threats to our security than at any point in the last 30 years; further believes that Britain must seek to strengthen ties with European partners on whom we can depend, and who share our interests and values; acknowledges that this imperative … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 54 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House marks World Mental Health Awareness Week which promotes awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that while many people may feel more at ease with speaking on their mental health there remains much to do before mental health is treated with the … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Reaching 3% of GDP on defence by 2030 39 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House believes that the threats facing the UK are at their most severe than at any point since the end of the Cold War; further believes that Vladimir Putin presents a threat to the whole of Europe, both through his ongoing and brutal invasion of Ukraine, and his … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026) Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House acknowledges the devastating impact of social media on children's mental health, development, and safety; believes that tech companies have for too long prioritised profit over protection, exploiting children through addictive algorithms and treating young people as data to be mined rather than individuals whose wellbeing must be … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 A UK-EU customs union to help tackle the cost-of-living crisis 45 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with deep concern that trade barriers arising from the previous Government's failed Brexit deal with Europe continue to drive up costs, increase bureaucracy and weaken competitiveness for British businesses and consumers, contributing to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis across the country; expresses alarm that small and medium-sized … |
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Wednesday 13th May Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 EU Entry/Exit System and border delays for British travellers 42 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with deep concern the disruption experienced by British travellers following the full rollout of the EU’s Entry/Exit System on 10 April 2026; regrets that, despite repeated Government assurances that UK citizens would be able to “sail through” European borders, Ministers failed to secure widespread e-gate access … |
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Tuesday 28th April Monica Harding signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th April 2026 Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday 23 signatures (Most recent: 13 May 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House wishes Richmond Park resident, Sir David Attenborough, a very happy 100th birthday, and commends his advocacy for the natural world, conservation and biodiversity; recognises his contribution to broadcasting and consequentially to communities around the world, who have enjoyed his programmes, encouraging insightful knowledge and engagement with nature … |
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Wednesday 22nd April Monica Harding signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd April 2026 Victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack 16 signatures (Most recent: 30 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House remembers the 26 innocent civilians who were killed during the Pahalgam terrorist attack on 22 April last year; recognises that the tourists who lost their lives were singled out because of their Hindu beliefs; mourns the tragic loss that the victims families have suffered; demands that the … |
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Monday 26th January Monica Harding signed this EDM on Monday 20th April 2026 Dolphin hunting in the Faroe Islands 72 signatures (Most recent: 27 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Adrian Ramsay (Green Party - Waveney Valley) That this House condemns the grindadráp (Grind) in the Faroe Islands, where pods of dolphins are driven into bays by small boats and slaughtered by hand; notes with concern that more than 1,000 cetaceans were killed in 2025, including juveniles and pregnant females; further notes that this practice is largely … |
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Monday 1st June Monica Harding withdrew their signature from this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2026 Draft Code of Practice on Services, public functions and associations 134 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East) That the draft Code of Practice for Services, public functions and associations, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 May, be disapproved. |
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21 Apr 2026, 11:43 a.m. - House of Commons " Monica Harding Mr Speaker. Alongside the West Bank, more than Alongside the West Bank, more than a million people in Lebanon have been forcibly displaced. The Guardian has reported Israeli " Monica Harding MP (Esher and Walton, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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18 May 2026, 8:06 p.m. - House of Commons ">> Monica Harding thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. My constituency of Esher and Walton is the single " Margaret Mullane MP (Dagenham and Rainham, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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20 May 2026, 11:40 a.m. - House of Commons " Monica Harding thank you, Mr. Speaker. New polling commissioned by the Online Safety Act Network by the Online Safety Act Network shows that almost 80% of the public want comprehensive laws to regulate social media platforms, because " Monica Harding MP (Esher and Walton, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 May 2026, 11:44 a.m. - House of Commons " Monica Harding thank you, Madam. >> Monica Harding thank you, Madam. >> Deputy Speaker. Would the Leader of the House join me in congratulating Tottenham and Hersham Football Club in my " Monica Harding MP (Esher and Walton, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 May 2026, 3:17 p.m. - House of Commons " And the final question. >> Monica Harding thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Downing Street spokesperson is currently saying that a further tranche of files relating to the appointment are to " Monica Harding MP (Esher and Walton, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Maternity Commissioner
62 speeches (21,934 words) Monday 20th April 2026 - Westminster Hall Department of Health and Social Care Mentions: 1: Caroline Johnson (Con - Sleaford and North Hykeham) Member for Esher and Walton (Monica Harding) described having a mixed experience; I had three healthy - Link to Speech 2: Karin Smyth (Lab - Bristol South) Member for Esher and Walton (Monica Harding), and my hon. - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 20th May 2026
Formal Minutes - Formal Minutes 2024-26 Backbench Business Committee Found: digital centre of government Nesil Caliskan: Spending of the Department of Health and Social Care Monica Harding |
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Tuesday 28th April 2026
Oral Evidence - Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria - International Development Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Sarah Champion (Chair); Janet Daby; Monica Harding; Noah Law; Brian |
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Tuesday 28th April 2026
Oral Evidence - British International Investment The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria - International Development Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Sarah Champion (Chair); Janet Daby; Monica Harding; Noah Law; Brian |
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Tuesday 28th April 2026
Report - Large Print - 11th Report - UK Aid and Development Assistance in a Fracturing World: Strengthening Resilience and Cooperation International Development Committee Found: (Chair) Janet Daby (Labour; Lewisham East) Tracy Gilbert (Labour; Edinburgh North and Leith) Monica Harding |
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Tuesday 28th April 2026
Report - 11th Report - UK Aid and Development Assistance in a Fracturing World: Strengthening Resilience and Cooperation International Development Committee Found: (Chair) Janet Daby (Labour; Lewisham East) Tracy Gilbert (Labour; Edinburgh North and Leith) Monica Harding |
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Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Special Report - Large Print - 9th Special Report - Future of UK aid and development assistance: interim report: Government Response International Development Committee Found: (Chair) Janet Daby (Labour; Lewisham East) Tracy Gilbert (Labour; Edinburgh North and Leith) Monica Harding |
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Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Special Report - 9th Special Report - Future of UK aid and development assistance: interim report: Government Response International Development Committee Found: (Chair) Janet Daby (Labour; Lewisham East) Tracy Gilbert (Labour; Edinburgh North and Leith) Monica Harding |
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Tuesday 21st April 2026
Oral Evidence - HIVE, and Ebuteli International Development Committee Found: Q13 Monica Harding: Are you aware of any programmes that are being cut by the UK? |
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Tuesday 21st April 2026
Oral Evidence - Women for Women International, Action Against Hunger UK, and CAFOD International Development Committee Found: Q13 Monica Harding: Are you aware of any programmes that are being cut by the UK? |
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Tuesday 28th April 2026 1 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria At 1:30pm: Oral evidence Chris Chijiutomi - Managing Director and Head of Africa at British International Investment At 2:15pm: Oral evidence The Rt Hon. the Baroness Chapman of Darlington - Minister for Development and Africa at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Cynthia Rowe - Development Director, Nigeria at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 2nd June 2026 1:30 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The UK’s International Climate Finance At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Ms. Deborah Sanchez - Indigenous Leader and Director of Community Land Rights and Conservation Finance Initiative at Rights and Resources Initiative Silvia Carolina Herrera Hernandez - Coffee Producer and Secretary of the Board of Directors at CLAC Comercio Justo At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Professor Nicola Ranger - Executive Director of Earth Capital Nexus and Professor in Practice at Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, London School of Economics and Political Science Dharshan Wignarajah - Director at Climate Policy Initiative Amar Inamdar - Managing Director at KawiSafi Ventures View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 9th June 2026 1:30 p.m. International Development Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The situation in the West Bank and East Jerusalem At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Ms Allegra Pacheco - Chief of Party at West Bank Protection Consortium Mr Ori Givati - Director of International Relations at B’Tselem Dr Itay Epshtain - Special Advisor at Norwegian Refugee Council At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Mr Ben Majekodunmi - Chief of staff to Christian Saunders (Commissioner General) at UNRWA View calendar - Add to calendar |