Information between 24th June 2026 - 23rd August 2026
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24 Jun 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 332 Noes - 94 |
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24 Jun 2026 - Deferred Division - View Vote Context Richard Foord 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 - 323 Noes - 160 |
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24 Jun 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 329 Noes - 94 |
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24 Jun 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 48 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 330 Noes - 93 |
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1 Jul 2026 - Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 177 Noes - 308 |
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1 Jul 2026 - Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 80 Noes - 281 |
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1 Jul 2026 - Taxation (Energy and Vehicles) Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord 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 - 173 Noes - 282 |
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24 Jun 2026 - Customs - View Vote Context Richard Foord 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 - 323 Noes - 160 |
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6 Jul 2026 - National Security (State Threats) Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 394 Noes - 85 |
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13 Jul 2026 - Immigration and Asylum Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 48 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 264 Noes - 90 |
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13 Jul 2026 - Immigration and Asylum Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 97 Noes - 358 |
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8 Jul 2026 - Town and Country Planning - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 283 Noes - 182 |
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8 Jul 2026 - Education - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 369 Noes - 102 |
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Tuesday 1st September Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 4 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House is deeply alarmed by the temporary suspension of births at North Devon District Hospital from 11 August 2026, and the redirection of pregnant mothers across Northern Devon and Cornwall to other hospitals; expresses great concern for the safety of babies and mothers travelling up to two hours … |
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Wednesday 15th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 International Court of Justice's July 2024 Advisory Opinion on the Occupied Palestinian Territories 64 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House acknowledges the second anniversary of the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on 19 July 2024, which noted that Israel’s continuing presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) is unlawful; regrets the Government's continuing and unjustifiable failure to provide the UK's assessment on the Court's opinion; believes … |
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Wednesday 15th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 60 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House condemns the ongoing, unprovoked, and illegal aggression of the Russian Federation both at home and across Europe; notes with grave concern the increasing hostility by Russian naval vessels and aircraft across northern European waters, including within the British Channel and the Norwegian Sea, which pose a direct … |
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Monday 1st June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 39 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 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 25th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 A new growth and defence partnership with Europe 30 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House deeply regrets the negative economic impact of the previous Conservative Government's Brexit deal, which estimates suggest could have been as much as £90 billion lost in tax revenues in 2025 alone; expresses alarm at the worsening cost-of-living crisis for millions of Britons, and a continuing decline in … |
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Tuesday 30th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 Improving access to elected office for disabled candidates 37 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House recognises the importance of ensuring that disabled people are able to participate fully in democratic life and contest elections on an equal basis with others; notes that disabled candidates can experience significant additional costs when seeking election, including for accessible transport, communication support, personal assistance and adapted … |
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Monday 6th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 35 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) That this House notes that Members of the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, the Health and Social Care Select Committee, and other hon. Members have raised serious concerns regarding the procurement, trust, operation and long-term implications of the Federated Data Platform (FDP) contract with Palantir; is concerned that key components … |
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Wednesday 8th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 Bank closures, digital exclusion and cyber risks 31 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House believes high street bank closures have a detrimental impact on small enterprises, local business resilience, charities, vulnerable customers and the digitally excluded and adds to the vulnerability of UK financial services, especially to cyber threat from rogue actors; remembers the Government injected £137 billion in loans and … |
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Wednesday 8th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 Childhood dementia awareness and support 22 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises that childhood dementia, caused by a group of rare genetic conditions leading to progressive brain damage, remains significantly under-recognised compared to other serious childhood illnesses; notes with concern the immense emotional, physical and financial challenges faced by affected families, who often receive limited support; commends the … |
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Thursday 9th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England 16 signatures (Most recent: 15 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), founded in 1926 as the Council for the Preservation of Rural England; recognises a century of outstanding work protecting, enhancing and championing England’s countryside for the benefit of communities, nature and future generations; notes CPRE’s … |
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Monday 13th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House recognises the vital role post offices play in supporting rural communities by providing access to banking, cash withdrawals and deposits, parcel services and essential retail facilities; notes that, following widespread high street bank closures, post offices have become the primary point of access to in-person banking for … |
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Thursday 9th July Richard Foord signed this EDM on Friday 10th July 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Infrastructure Planning (Development Consent) (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 735), dated 30 June 2026, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 July 2026, be annulled. |
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Wednesday 13th May Richard Foord signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2026 Care for people with depression and bipolar disorder 35 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes that depression and bipolar disorder are major causes of disability, with substantial implications for patients' quality of life; further notes the impact of depression and bipolar on employment opportunities, the UK economy and the NHS; recognises that although innovative treatments exist, such as medication and neuromodulation … |
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Monday 18th May Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Retirement leasehold service charges and exit fees 23 signatures (Most recent: 25 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House expresses concern at rising and unpredictable service charges in retirement leasehold properties, which disproportionately affect older people, people on lower incomes and those on fixed incomes; notes concerns that many buyers are not provided with clear or realistic information about long-term service charge liabilities before signing leases, … |
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Wednesday 24th June Richard Foord signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th June 2026 Visibility, marketing and public safety of vaping products 17 signatures (Most recent: 7 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon) That this House, while welcoming the provisions of the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026, considers that further action is required to address the widespread visibility and promotion of vaping products on the high street and the risks they pose to public health, the environment and public safety; notes in particular … |
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Wednesday 20th May Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Safety of British nationals following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla 41 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House is gravely concerned for the safety of British nationals, including Dr Antonis Vradis, Malcolm Ducker and Hugh Stirling, following the recent interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla during its humanitarian mission to deliver aid to Gaza; notes that previous aid flotillas have also been boarded, with British … |
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Wednesday 20th May Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary measures agreement 32 signatures (Most recent: 7 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to negotiate a new UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement as part of efforts to improve relations with the European Union; notes with concern, however, that negotiations have so far lacked the urgency and ambition needed to deliver meaningful economic benefits for British … |
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Thursday 21st May Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 25 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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Monday 1st June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 44 signatures (Most recent: 7 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House notes severe delays and administrative failures in the Civil Service Pensions Scheme following the implementation of the McCloud remedy; recognises that rectifying the unlawful age discrimination in the 2015 reforms has created significant complexity but that this does not excuse the prolonged backlogs, poor communication, and missed … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo 42 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 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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Tuesday 2nd June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 99 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House condemns the Government’s continued refusal to provide any compensation to women affected by changes to the state pension age, turning its back on millions of pension-age women who were harmed through no fault of their own; regrets Ministers’ decisions to effectively ignore the recommendations of the independent … |
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Tuesday 9th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Reducing trade and mobility barriers between the UK and EU 41 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with deep concern the growing disruption and economic harm caused by post-Brexit mobility and border arrangements between the UK and the EU; further notes that the full rollout of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) on 10 April 2026 has intensified pressures on British travellers, touring artists, … |
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Wednesday 10th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 45 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) That this House is deeply troubled by the Department for Transport’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s plans to cut Coastguard volunteers’ remuneration; notes with concern the significant support these services provide not only during peak tourist seasons, when visitors may be unfamiliar with local conditions and face heightened risks, but also … |
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Wednesday 10th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Risk of AI chatbots to children 39 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses concern on the rising prevalence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chatbots incorporated into social media for children; highlights that children have difficulty distinguishing between human and chatbot and so are uniquely vulnerable to addictive and harmful algorithms, which pose a mental health threat; acknowledges that psychiatrists and … |
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Monday 15th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 43 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House believes victims of crime must have full and fair access to justice; notes that many victims are unable to attend the entirety of hearings or trials and that court proceedings can be complex and difficult to follow; considers it unacceptable that victims are charged thousands of pounds … |
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Monday 15th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Infected Blood Inquiry compensation 33 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove) That this House notes the findings of the Infected Blood Inquiry and the recommendation of Sir Brian Langstaff that compensation should be delivered with urgency and in a manner that is simple, fair and speedy; recognises that victims and bereaved families have already waited decades for justice; further notes that … |
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Tuesday 16th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 Wellbeing support for fire and rescue services 33 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) That this House recognises the immense physical, emotional and psychological demands placed upon firefighters and fire control staff across the United Kingdom; notes concerns regarding the inconsistent provision of mental health support across fire and rescue services; acknowledges the evidence that firefighters are routinely exposed to traumatic incidents, high levels … |
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Wednesday 24th June Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 25th June 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House celebrates Armed Forces Week and shows its support for the brave men and women who make up Armed Forces communities in North East Hampshire and across the country, including serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets, families and charities; acknowledges the vital role the Armed Forces play in defending … |
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1 Jul 2026, 1:04 p.m. - House of Commons "settings as well. Richard Foord Madam Deputy Speaker. " Mr Hamish Falconer MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) (Lincoln, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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1 Jul 2026, 2:24 p.m. - House of Commons " Final question. Richard Foord thank you. >> Madam Deputy Speaker. The government consultation on changes to the planning system closed on 10th of March, and that included " Richard Foord MP (Honiton and Sidmouth, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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2 Jul 2026, 1:21 p.m. - House of Commons "been issued today. >> Richard Foord thank. >> You, Madam. >> Deputy Speaker. " Florence Eshalomi MP (Vauxhall and Camberwell Green, Labour ) - View Video - View Transcript |
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6 Jul 2026, 2:40 p.m. - House of Commons "Russian shadow vessel and we will not hesitate to take further action in the future. >> Richard Foord thank you, Mr. " Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP (Chingford and Woodford Green, Conservative) - View Video - View Transcript |
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6 Jul 2026, 2:40 p.m. - House of Commons ">> Richard Foord thank you, Mr. Speaker. Much of the commentary around the Defence Investment Plan is related to the threat as it " Rt Hon Dan Jarvis MP, The Secretary of State for Defence (Barnsley North, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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8 Jul 2026, 5:35 p.m. - House of Commons ">> Richard Foord Madam Deputy. >> Speaker and I'd like to pay tribute to the hon. Member for " Iqbal Mohamed MP (Dewsbury and Batley, Independent) - View Video - View Transcript |
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9 Jul 2026, 9:43 a.m. - House of Commons " Richard Foord thank you, Mr. Speaker. Natural England proposed the overall livestock grazing " Rt Hon Emma Reynolds MP, The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Wycombe, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Wednesday 2nd September 2026 11:30 a.m. Wales Office Oral questions - Main Chamber Subject: Wales Douglas Lumsden: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to strengthen Wales’s place in the Union. Andrew George: Whether he has had recent discussions with the Welsh Government on the affordability of housing. Ruth Jones: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help reduce child poverty in Wales. Desmond Swayne: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to strengthen Wales’s place in the Union. Mark Pritchard: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve cross-border rail links between Wales, Shropshire and London. Harriet Cross: Whether he has had discussions with the Welsh Government on the potential impact of the inclusion of glass in the Deposit Return Scheme on the Welsh economy. Sarah Bool: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support the farming sector in Wales. Charlie Dewhirst: Whether he has had discussions with the Welsh Government on the potential impact of the proposed visitor levy on the Welsh economy. Jo Stevens: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve the rail network in Wales. Joe Robertson: Whether he has had discussions with the Welsh Government on the potential impact of the proposed visitor levy on the Welsh economy. John Lamont: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to strengthen Wales’s place in the Union. Chris Kane: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to strengthen Wales’ place in the Union. Gill German: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve the rail network in Wales. Catherine Fookes: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support economic growth in Wales. Richard Foord: Whether he has had recent discussions with the Welsh Government on trunk road safety. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 1st September 2026 2:30 p.m. Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Oral questions - Main Chamber Subject: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development (including Topical Questions) Iain Duncan Smith: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Brian Mathew: If he will take steps with Cabinet colleagues to review arms export licensing to Israel. Callum Anderson: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Luke Evans: Whether his Department has budgeted for future spending on the UK-Mauritius Treaty on the Chagos Archipelago. James Naish: What steps his Department is taking to help oppose the expansion of illegal settlements in the West Bank. James MacCleary: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Gill Furniss: What assessment he has made of the potential impact of international action on climate change on national security. David Reed: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. James Wild: What diplomatic steps he is taking to support Ukraine. Chris Law: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Gurinder Singh Josan: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Alison Taylor: What steps his Department is taking with international partners to help protect freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Bradley Thomas: What assessment he has made of the level of threat China poses to UK interests. Marie Goldman: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Gareth Thomas: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Douglas McAllister: What steps his Department is taking to secure the release of UK nationals detained abroad. Rachel Taylor: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Liz Twist: What steps his Department is taking with international partners to help tackle climate change. Richard Foord: What steps he is taking to improve UK-EU foreign and security cooperation. Tony Vaughan: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Melanie Onn: What assessment he has made of the potential impact of international action on climate change on national security. Brian Leishman: Whether he has had discussions with his Israeli counterpart on oil exploration in Palestinian waters off the coast of the occupied Gaza Strip. Anneliese Dodds: What discussions he has had with international counterparts on the conflict in Sudan. Perran Moon: What assessment he has made of the potential impact of international action on climate change on national security. John Milne: What assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of banning trade with illegal settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. Peter Lamb: What steps his Department is taking to promote freedom of religion globally. Martin Rhodes: What steps his Department is taking to help oppose the expansion of illegal settlements in the West Bank. Shockat Adam: What recent discussions he has had with his Israeli counterpart on halting the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan. Neil Shastri-Hurst: What diplomatic steps he is taking to support Ukraine. Zubir Ahmed: What steps he is taking to help improve humanitarian conditions in fragile and conflict-affected states. Fleur Anderson: What discussions his Department has had with the Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice for Sudan on civilian protection measures. Aphra Brandreth: If he will set out his priorities for the Official Development Assistance budget. Jodie Gosling: Whether his Department is taking steps to prevent trade with illegal Israeli settlements. Ben Coleman: What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve the UK's relationship with European partners. Julie Minns: What steps his Department is taking with international partners to help tackle climate change. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Climate Change
198 speeches (28,862 words) Wednesday 24th June 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Energy Security & Net Zero Mentions: 1: Katie White (Lab - Leeds North West) Members for South Devon (Caroline Voaden), for Honiton and Sidmouth (Richard Foord), for Taunton and - Link to Speech |
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Tuesday 7th July 2026 1:30 p.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Follow-up to Israel-Palestine conflict inquiry At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Hamish Falconer MP - Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Dr Rob Dixon - Director for Middle East and North Africa Directorate at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 14th July 2026 1:30 p.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Work of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Rt Hon Yvette Cooper - Secretary of State at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Nick Dyer - Interim Permanent Under-Secretary at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 8th September 2026 10 a.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Government priorities for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting At 10:30am: Oral evidence Dr Grace Carrington - Honorary Research Fellow at Institute of the Americas, University College London Dr Rakib Ehsan - Senior Fellow at Policy Exchange Professor Sue Onslow - Editor at The Round Table: The Commonwealth Journal of International Affairs and Policy Studies At 12:00pm: Oral evidence Iona Thomas OBE - Director of Multilateral and Human Rights at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Rupert Dewey - Deputy Envoy to the Commonwealth and Head of the Commonwealth Unit at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Monday 7th September 2026 1 p.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: A new Syria: assessing UK strategy in a transitional state At 1:30pm: Oral evidence Dr Neil Quilliam - Associate Fellow, Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House Dr Reem Turkmani - Assistant Professor at London School of Economics Middle East Centre At 2:15pm: Oral evidence Jon Wilks - Advisor at Syria Britain Business Centre, Associate Fellow, MENA Programme at Chatham House, Former Syria Envoy at Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and Former British Ambassador at Qatar, Iraq, Oman and Yemen Charlotte Leslie - Director at Conservative Middle East Council At 3:00pm: Oral evidence H.E. Hind Kabawat - Minister of Social and Labour Affairs at the Syrian Government View calendar - Add to calendar |
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16 Jul 2026
A new Syria: assessing UK strategy in a transitional state Foreign Affairs Committee (Select) Not accepting submissions The Committee is examining the UK Government’s approach to Syria following the collapse of the Assad Regime in December 2024 and the establishment of a transitional government. The inquiry will determine what the UK’s diplomatic, security, humanitarian and accountability strategies are in the region, given the rapidly changing political landscape, and how the UK can best support Syria’s stability and regional security. It will also consider whether the UK government should have greater oversight of Syria’s transitional government and how that can be carried out to the best effect. |
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15 Jul 2026
Russia Foreign Affairs Committee (Select) Not accepting submissions The National Security Strategy and Strategic Defence Review identify Russia as the most acute threat to the UK. Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the UK Government has focused its defence and foreign policy posture on visible and practical support for Ukraine. The Committee is launching an inquiry on Russia to consider the UK’s bilateral relationship and whether the UK’s long-term strategic approach to a post-conflict Russia is clearly defined. The inquiry will examine Russia’s international alliances and strategic partnerships; the current domestic situation and foreign policy of Russia and the UK’s approach to it; and the conditions required for a ceasefire or negotiated settlement in Ukraine, as well as what that means for Ukraine, for Russia and for European security more widely. Lastly, the inquiry will consider the UK’s immediate readiness and capacity for long-term foreign policy planning in the context of the FCDO2030 restructure. The Committee is accepting written evidence until 3 September 2026. Read the call for evidence for more details about the inquiry. |