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Wednesday 11th February 2026 7 p.m. Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Adjournment - Main Chamber Subject: Government response to Storm Chandra flooding View calendar - Add to calendar |
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3 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Sarah Dyke voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 458 Noes - 104 |
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4 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Sarah Dyke voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 392 Noes - 116 |
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11 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Sarah Dyke 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 - 362 Noes - 107 |
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11 Feb 2026 - Local Government Finance - View Vote Context Sarah Dyke voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 277 Noes - 143 |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Storm Chandra Flooding
Sarah Dyke contributed 6 speeches (2,792 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Sarah Dyke contributed 1 speech (127 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Business of the House
Sarah Dyke contributed 1 speech (66 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Sustainable Drainage Systems
Sarah Dyke contributed 1 speech (1,592 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Postal Services: Rural Areas
Sarah Dyke contributed 1 speech (55 words) Wednesday 4th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Business and Trade |
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Sarah Dyke speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Sarah Dyke contributed 1 speech (82 words) Monday 2nd February 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Defence |
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Birds: Licensing
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Monday 2nd February 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 she has made on the potential impact of restricting bird sales through changes to bird show and gathering licences for (a) breeding Type Canaries and (b) protecting Britain’s native wild canary population. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) This is a devolved matter and the information provided therefore relates to England only.
Regulation 6 of the Avian Influenza (Preventive Measures) (England) Regulations 2006, as amended, sets out the legal basis for permitting gatherings of poultry or other captive birds. In England, a licence to hold a bird gathering may be granted by Defra if a veterinary risk assessment has been carried out, and if the gathering, including the movement of birds to and from it, would not significantly increase the risk of the transmission of avian influenza virus. Detailed risk assessments can be found on Gov.UK.
As legislation requires this to be a risk-based decision, assessments of the financial or breeding impacts have not been made. The restrictions on certain types of gatherings do not prevent direct sales of breeding birds or their progeny from a breeder’s own premises. There are no native wild canary populations in Britain. |
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Birds: Licensing
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Monday 2nd February 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 her Department has made of the potential financial impact of the changes to bird show and gathering licences for (a) bird breeders, (b) seed merchants and (c) cage makers. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) This is a devolved matter and the information provided therefore relates to England only.
Regulation 6 of the Avian Influenza (Preventive Measures) (England) Regulations 2006, as amended, sets out the legal basis for permitting gatherings of poultry or other captive birds. In England, a licence to hold a bird gathering may be granted by Defra if a veterinary risk assessment has been carried out, and if the gathering, including the movement of birds to and from it, would not significantly increase the risk of the transmission of avian influenza virus. Detailed risk assessments can be found on Gov.UK.
As legislation requires this to be a risk-based decision, assessments of the financial or breeding impacts have not been made. The restrictions on certain types of gatherings do not prevent direct sales of breeding birds or their progeny from a breeder’s own premises. There are no native wild canary populations in Britain. |
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School Milk: Finance
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Monday 2nd February 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 her Department has made of the potential impact of the single-year funding arrangement for the School Milk Subsidy Scheme on the financial sustainability of the school milk dairy supply chain. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) This is a devolved matter, and this response applies to England only.
The School Milk Subsidy Scheme is available in participating schools and supports the provision of milk, certain milk products and yoghurts.
The administration of the scheme is renewed regularly, and funding decisions are made on a single or multi-year basis, influenced by the timing and the duration of departmental spending reviews.
The volume of milk consumed under the scheme annually accounts for less than 1% of total UK milk production. It therefore has limited impact on the financial sustainability of those in the dairy supply chain who participate in the scheme. |
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Milk: Prices
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Wednesday 4th February 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when representatives from her Department last met with milk producers to discuss farmgate milk prices. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra officials regularly engage with stakeholders from across the UK dairy industry on a wide range of issues including farmgate milk prices. Engagement is undertaken in various forms including through ad hoc and regular meetings with industry bodies and individual dairy businesses and milk producers, farm visits and attendance at industry events. . |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Wednesday 4th February 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 her Department holds on the average cost of producing a pint of milk in each of the last five years. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The average cost of production for milk is shown below. Data is from the Farm Business Survey which covers farm businesses in England with a Standard Output of more than £21,000. Whilst it captures the majority of agricultural activity, it excludes smaller businesses (which account for 2% of output). Production costs include all financial aspects of dairy enterprises such as unpaid labour, herd depreciation and an estimated rental equivalent for owned land. An allowance is also made for non-milk revenue (mostly the sale of dairy calves), which is applied as a reduction to cost. This reflects the value of by-products from milk production. The production costs therefore represent the price that would have to be paid on all milk produced for dairy enterprises to break even. The data includes organic production which is likely to incur higher production costs. Average cost of milk production (pence per litre) 2020/21 to 2024/25
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Milk: Prices
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Wednesday 4th February 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what the average farmgate milk price was in each of the last five years. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra publishes monthly and annual milk prices on GOV.UK (Latest UK milk prices and composition of milk - GOV.UK). UK annual farmgate milk prices for the last five years are shown in the table below.
Table: UK annual farmgate milk prices 2021-2025, pence per litre (ppl)
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School Milk
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Monday 2nd February 2026 Question to the Department for Education: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment the Department has made of the potential impact of the expansion of free school meal eligibility from 2026 on the level of demand for school milk; and what steps are being taken to ensure adequate provision. Answered by Olivia Bailey - Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Education) (Equalities) It is a legislative requirement that milk is provided free of charge to children who meet the free school meal criteria. We are extending free school meals to all children from households in receipt of Universal Credit from September 2026. This new entitlement will mean over 500,000 of the most disadvantaged children will begin to access free meals putting £500 back in families’ pockets. We have set aside over £1 billion in funding over the multi-year spending review period to cover additional meal costs. This includes milk. This is on top of £1.5 billion we already spend annually supporting schools to deliver free school meals and milk. |
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Dental Health: Children
Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Thursday 5th February 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of school milk consumption on children’s oral health, including rates of dental decay. Answered by Stephen Kinnock - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) Water and milk are the only recommended drinks to give children regarding their oral health. Milk and dairy foods, or dairy alternatives, are an important part of a healthy balanced diet, as depicted by the United Kingdom’s national food model, the Eatwell Guide. The School Food Standards state that lower fat milk and lactose-reduced milk must be available every school day, during school hours. Whole milk may be provided for pupils up to the end of the school year in which they turn five years old. Sugars naturally present in unsweetened milk and milk products are not classed as ‘free sugars’, which should be limited to reduce the risk of tooth decay. Further information is available at the following link: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/ We have invested £11 million in 147 local authorities in 2025/26, alongside a five-year partnership with Colgate-Palmolive, to rollout a national supervised toothbrushing programme for up to 600,000 three- to five-year-olds in the 20% most deprived areas of England. The programme will tackle poor oral health by ensuring children learn positive habits and prevention of tooth decay. |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Friday 13th February 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 effectiveness of attenuation ponds in reducing both the volume and flow of run from major roads where such works were not considered necessary pre-1990. Answered by Emma Hardy - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Attenuation ponds are deployed by Risk Management Authorities as a flood alleviation measure; they are determined by a range of factors including cost to benefit ratio and the standard of protection that can be achieved. In recent years, the highway sector has been innovative in its use of sustainable drainage and green infrastructure to help manage road flooding.
A new three-year £4.2 billion Flood and Coastal Risk Investment Programme will start in April 2026, where new projects will align with the strategic objectives set out in the Government’s new funding rules announced in October 2025. This means investment goes where it is most needed, accounting for flood risk, value for money, natural flood management opportunity and additional contributions to make Government investment go further. This investment will benefit properties, infrastructure and agriculture.
The Government and the Environment Agency are committed to improving England’s picture of flood and coastal erosion risk, including from surface water. The Environment Agency published its new National Flood Risk Assessment (NaFRA) data in 2025. |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Friday 13th February 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 she has made of the relative cost benefit of attenuation ponds compared with repeated flood damage to (a) properties, (b) infrastructure and (c) agricultural land. Answered by Emma Hardy - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Attenuation ponds are deployed by Risk Management Authorities as a flood alleviation measure; they are determined by a range of factors including cost to benefit ratio and the standard of protection that can be achieved. In recent years, the highway sector has been innovative in its use of sustainable drainage and green infrastructure to help manage road flooding.
A new three-year £4.2 billion Flood and Coastal Risk Investment Programme will start in April 2026, where new projects will align with the strategic objectives set out in the Government’s new funding rules announced in October 2025. This means investment goes where it is most needed, accounting for flood risk, value for money, natural flood management opportunity and additional contributions to make Government investment go further. This investment will benefit properties, infrastructure and agriculture.
The Government and the Environment Agency are committed to improving England’s picture of flood and coastal erosion risk, including from surface water. The Environment Agency published its new National Flood Risk Assessment (NaFRA) data in 2025. |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Thursday 12th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the planned legislative timetable is for the Defence Readiness Bill. Answered by Luke Pollard - Minister of State (Ministry of Defence) Defence Readiness legislation is being considered to ensure the Government has the powers it needs to keep the UK safe in crisis or war, as recommended in the Strategic Defence Review. Legislation will be brought forward when Parliamentary time allows. |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Thursday 12th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the full deployment timeline will be for the roll out of female body armour in the Armed Forces; and what feedback mechanisms will be established to help improve users’ experiences. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) The current Tactical Ballistic Plate (TBP) project, which is currently in its assessment phase, will deliver hard armour plates in a range of different sizes, thus ensuring greater comfort and integration for all users across Defence. Multiple Human Factors Integration (HFI) trials have been completed with female representation. Further information regarding the timelines for the roll out of TBP will be available as the project progresses.
The Army will continue to investigate options to procure complex geometry plates, working alongside both industry and Dstl. However, the technology is new, and the market does not currently offer complex geometry plates which meet current requirements.
With regards to feedback mechanisms, there are opportunities for users to provide feedback however they will become more established with time. |
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Asked by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) Thursday 12th February 2026 Question to the Ministry of Defence: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the evidential basis is for his Department's position that all of the Atherton Report’s recommendations have been implemented in full. Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Defence) I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave on 16 December 2025 to Question 98153 to the hon. Member for Lewes (James MacCleary). https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2025-12-08/98153 |
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Tuesday 3rd February Flooding as a result of Storm Chandra 15 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of Storm Chandra on Somerset and the South West; expresses alarm that 50 properties have been flooded in the area, with more homes being evacuated due to further risk of flooding; recognises that Somerset is particularly vulnerable to flooding with low … |
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Wednesday 25th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Recognition of Ukrainian driving licences 21 signatures (Most recent: 3 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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Thursday 26th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2026 Dame Anne Pringle elected Chancellor at University of St Andrews 8 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Dame Anne Pringle on her election as Chancellor of the University of St Andrews; notes that she is the first woman to hold this office in the University’s more than 600-year history; recognises her distinguished career in public service, including as the first woman to serve … |
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Tuesday 24th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 2026 Business rates reform and revaluation 14 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House calls on the Government to postpone the implementation of new business rates valuations until it has published data on the impact of recent revaluations; believes that proceeding without this information risks unfair outcomes for businesses, especially hospitality businesses; and urges the Government to undertake further work to … |
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Wednesday 25th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 2026 34 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Wednesday 25th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 2026 Dual nationals without British passports 29 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House congratulates South Molton Pannier Market on winning Britain's Favourite Market in the Great British Market Awards 2026 for the fourth consecutive year; recognises the hard work of traders, farmers, and the loyalty of local shoppers in supporting thriving small businesses across the South West; celebrates the market's … |
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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House celebrates the vital work carried out by the Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group in supporting stroke survivors and their families across the Thornbury area; recognises the dedication of the group's trustees and volunteers who provide a warm and welcoming environment for those affected by stroke; commends … |
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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund 2026-27 16 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House welcomes the decision to continue the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund until March 2028, providing longer-term certainty to adoptive and kinship families; notes, however, with concern that the fair access limit remains at £3,000 per child per year, reduced from £5,000 in 2024-25, representing a significant … |
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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 West Berkshire Community Champion Awards 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House warmly congratulates the winners and highly commended nominees of the 2026 Community Champion Awards in West Berkshire; recognises Mike Karasinski, Volunteer of the Year, for founding and running NaDDS, a neurodivergent men’s support group providing vital mental health support; praises Cold Ash Countryside Volunteers, Community Group of … |
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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 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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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th 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 Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Hayes School mental health ambassadors 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 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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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Lord Williams’s School 6 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House recognises and commends the outstanding voluntary contribution made by individuals at Lord Williams’s School in Thame in delivering and supporting the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme for the last 25 years; notes that their dedication has enabled thousands of young people to develop skills, resilience and confidence … |
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Monday 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 21 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House registers its concern that Lloyds Banking Group plans to close 95 local branches this year, including in Tewkesbury; acknowledges the value of high street banks to local communities, particularly the elderly and those without easy access to public transport; recognises the harm bank closures have on rural … |
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Tuesday 10th February Sarah Dyke 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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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Review of the student loan system 45 signatures (Most recent: 3 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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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 National Lottery funding for La Leche League Collective 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates La Leche League Collective on receiving a grant of £7,249 from the National Lottery Community Fund support to expand and develop breastfeeding support workshops for families across Edinburgh over an 18-month period; notes the importance of accessible peer support and evidence-based information for parents and infants; … |
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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 National Lottery Funding for Digital Kindness 8 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Digital Kindness on receiving £17,150 from the National Lottery Community Fund to support small and volunteer-led charities to strengthen their digital confidence, skills and visibility; notes the challenges many smaller organisations face in digital engagement; and recognises the importance of digital inclusion in ensuring charities can … |
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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House congratulates Kendal Farmers Market on being awarded the Great British Small Outdoor Market of the Year 2026; recognises that this achievement reflects the immense dedication and hard work of the farmers, producers and traders; notes the market’s vital role in serving the town and wider community; and … |
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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 National Lottery Funding for Scot Tech Army Ltd 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Scot Tech Army Ltd on securing £121,460 from the National Lottery Community Fund to help organisations build digital skills and capacity, enabling them to maximise existing systems and develop new digital tools; acknowledges the growing importance of digital capability in the voluntary sector; and recognises the … |
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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over the recreational use of segments of the River Meon for off-road driving; notes that such activity is causing significant damage to the riverbed and constitutes ecological vandalism to one of the UK’s rare chalk stream habitats; underlines the fact that the River Meon … |
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Thursday 12th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Child protection from illicit vapes 20 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House recognises the growing problem of illegal drug-laced vapes, including those containing the dangerous synthetic cannabinoid Spice, being sold to children via social media platforms; notes with serious concern research conducted by the University of Bath which found that 16.6 percent of vapes confiscated in schools contained Spice; … |
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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank 50 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 46 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Wednesday 11 February 2026; recognises the vital contributions of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout history, including those whose achievements have been overlooked; acknowledges that stereotypes in education, a lack of female role models … |
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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House celebrates the value of local community spaces, such as clubhouses, village halls and community centres for residents; recognises their vital role as safe hubs to foster healthy living, community relationships and wellbeing; notes that such spaces must be prioritised and protected where development proposals arise; acknowledges the … |
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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Community sport spaces and Sport England 16 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House recognises the significant benefits that sport, recreation and physical activity provide to people across the UK; acknowledges the £107 billion contribution they make to the wider economy through improved health and wellbeing as well as reduced costs to public services and the NHS; expresses concern at the … |
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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 Tetbury Area Youth and Community Trust 6 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Roz Savage (Liberal Democrat - South Cotswolds) That this House recognises the essential role of grassroots, community-led organisations in delivering youth services and strengthening social fabric across the UK; celebrates the work of Tetbury Area Youth & Community Trust (TAYCT) as a leading example, providing vital support to young people and the wider community in the absence … |
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Wednesday 11th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 Harrogate named UK’s most welcoming destination for 2026 4 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House warmly welcomes the news that Harrogate, while officially a town, has been named in Booking.com’s Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities for 2026, and is the only destination in the United Kingdom to feature in the list; notes that the ranking forms part of Booking.com’s Traveller Review Awards … |
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Tuesday 10th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 Elmbridge Primary School Eco-Council 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House commends Elmbridge Primary School for their efforts to engage students in environmental protection and renewable energy initiatives; congratulates the students of Elmbridge’s Eco-Council for active participation in efforts to tackle climate change; recognises the value of their projects, such as proposing the installation of solar panels and … |
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Tuesday 10th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 185th anniversary of Liszt’s Taunton concert 7 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House congratulates Michael Stembridge-Montavont, Peter Lewis, and the volunteers of Music on the Quantocks for combining on the Liszt on Taunton event featuring international soloist Elisabeth Pion’s recent standing room-only concert and other events in the series commemorating the 185th anniversary of the concert given by Franz Liszt … |
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Monday 9th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Refugee homelessness and the asylum move-on period 25 signatures (Most recent: 3 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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Monday 9th February Sarah Dyke 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 mourns the passing of Keith Butcher, a much-loved figure in West Berkshire’s sporting community whose dedication helped shape grassroots and youth football in Newbury; recognises his tireless contribution to local clubs, schools, and young people throughout his life; acknowledges the deep affection in which he was held … |
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Monday 9th February Sarah Dyke 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 Sarah Dyke 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 23rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Securing the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme 39 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 54 signatures (Most recent: 4 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 February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Gardens Trust statutory consultee status 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House is concerned by the Government's plans to remove the Gardens Trust as a statutory consultee; recognises that the statutory consultation requirement is an important provision within the limited protections that registered parks and gardens have; notes that removing the consultation requirement is directly damaging by reducing specialist … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 34 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House commemorates Cervical Cancer Awareness Month; celebrates the NHS HPV vaccination programme; praises the success of the HPV vaccine which stops 90% of cervical cancer cases and can reduce incidence in low socioeconomic groups; recognises that each year more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 41 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House recognises the work of hospices and their dedicated staff and volunteers in caring for people and their families at the end of life; notes with concern that the current funding model for hospices is failing patients and is not fit for purpose and that the rise in … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement 30 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House supports the Protect Where We Play campaign; notes the concerns raised by the Wiltshire Football Association and grassroots sports organisations across Wiltshire, including in Chippenham, regarding the Government’s proposals to weaken planning protections for playing fields; further notes that the proposed removal of Sport England as a … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 46 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House marks World Cancer Day; recognises the almost 3.5 million people living with cancer in the UK; further recognises that cancer remains the biggest overall cause of death for people in the UK; highlights the previous Conservative Government broke its promise on a 10 year cancer plan that … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Signing of the Hamburg Declaration 27 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House marks the signing of the Hamburg Declaration, a clean energy pact with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, which offers the opportunity for the development of the North Sea as a regional, shared, clean energy hub, and an opportunity to addressing energy affordability; recognises that the UK … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 15 signatures (Most recent: 3 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House is concerned by the unannounced changes introduced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in December 2025 to Bird Gathering Licences; regrets that these amendments prohibit sales and exchanges at licensed bird events, prevent Psittaciformes from being exhibited alongside canaries and finches, and require licences … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 35 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House notes with concern the drop in the number of public toilets, which the British Toilet Association estimates as a decrease of 40% in the last 25 years; recognises, that when mapped onto an increasing population, that equates to roughly one public toilet for every 17,200 people, with … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Financial Support for the Music and Dance Scheme 18 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House notes the vital contribution of the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) in enabling talented young people from all backgrounds to access world-class specialist training in music and dance; further notes that MDS providers have historically operated under multi-year funding settlements, enabling them to plan staffing, outreach programmes … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Artificial Intelligence chatbots 38 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House notes the rapid advancement and accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots by both adults and children; further notes that many AI chatbots provide human-like responses and are designed to encourage emotional connection, friendship and intimacy; expresses concern that such chatbots are not required to clearly and … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 Stamp Duty liability for periodic tenancies 19 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House notes that periodic tenancies under the Renters' Rights Act could become liable for stamp duty; notes with concern that this will mean hundreds of thousands of tenants have to pay stamp duty over the next few years; recognises that renters were neglected by the former Government who … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat - Melksham and Devizes) That this House congratulates Peter Quinney for winning two gold medals at an adult trampolining championship at the age of 91; commends the effort he has put in with his fellow competitors to win these awards; congratulates him for returning to the sport after over 40 years, being British trampolining … |
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Wednesday 4th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Friday 6th February 2026 World Cancer Day and breast cancer 39 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House marks World Cancer Day by recognising the urgent need to improve the early detection of breast cancer in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43 per cent of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25 to 49 years; further notes that breast cancer … |
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Thursday 5th February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 6th February 2026 Grey belt policy and the impact on villages and rural communities 21 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes that the December 2024 National Planning Policy Framework, and the December 2025 consultation version, defines the term grey belt planning applications as those on Green Belt land that does not strongly contribute to three Green Belt purposes which all relate to towns and large built-up areas, … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 5th February 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) That this House offers its sincere condolences to the families of Lewis Knox, 16, Fergus Ward, 17, and Jordan Cameron, 17, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident in the Scottish Highlands; notes with deep concern the disproportionately high number of road traffic accidents involving drivers in their … |
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Monday 2nd February Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Role of the House of Lords in scrutinising legislation 54 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House believes that the use of filibuster tactics in the House of Lords to frustrate the majority will of the democratically elected House of Commons is unacceptable, including where the elected Commons has given its majority support to a Private Members’ Bill; further believes that the case for … |
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Wednesday 28th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the career of Mrs Ann Lambert, a dedicated school nurse who provided vital support to young people in Yeovil; recognises that Mrs Lambert is retiring after 16 years of service at Preston School and several years at Stanchester Academy before that; commends the outstanding support Mrs … |
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Wednesday 28th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 Prior's Court Children Home Ofsted Outstanding rating 7 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates Prior’s Court Children Home after being awarded an overall Ofsted rating of Outstanding; praises the astonishing and heartfelt dedication of all Prior’s Court staff, allowing children with special education needs to achieve their potential; commends the strong relationships that have been built between staff and children … |
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Wednesday 28th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 The Kinneuchar Inn named in Top 50 Gastropubs 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Leven based The Kinneuchar Inn on being named in Estrella Damn's top 50 gastropubs; notes that they are the only Scottish pub to be included in the list; recognises the incredible work of Chef James Ferguson and his partner Alethea Palmer who took the helm of … |
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Wednesday 28th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 19 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House congratulates local communities which came together to support each other during the January storms; recognises however that the storms exposed weaknesses in and that lessons should be learned by in respect of emergency and resilience plans, including the Met Office’s late declaration of the Red Alert prior … |
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Tuesday 27th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 34 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern that in 2024 over 3,000 road incidents involving horses were recorded by the British Horse Society; further notes with concern that 81% of those incidents occurred because a driver passed a horse too closely or at excessive speed; calls on the Government to review … |
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Tuesday 27th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 51 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 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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Tuesday 27th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House praises Nicole Brooks for creating West Berkshire’s empty chairs loneliness group; notes the importance of such community initiatives, which invite people to sit together at pub tables so that no one has to sit alone; congratulates Nicole on establishing the group in Newbury, with events to be … |
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Tuesday 27th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House notes with deep concern that Ospreys, Wales’ most successful professional rugby team may cease to exist as part of the Welsh Rugby Union’s intention to sell Cardiff to Y11 Sport & Media; further notes that this is the latest in a string of mismanagement from the Welsh … |
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Monday 26th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 35 signatures (Most recent: 4 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House notes with concern the thousands of migrants currently working on Health and Care Worker visas, most notably those classified as medium-skilled workers, who, following new Government reforms, will not be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain for a further fifteen years, despite having been promised … |
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Monday 26th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 5 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House congratulates Orchard Gymnastics on being named the IGA National Community Champion Club of the Year; recognises the vital role that local sports clubs play in strengthening communities; further recognises the physical and mental health benefits that young people gain from regular exercise and being part of a … |
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Monday 26th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 7 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the upcoming launch of the Octagon Memory Choir, a new dementia-friendly choir designed to support people living with memory loss; further congratulates the Octagon Theatre and Westlands on the continued success of their Arts Engagement and Outreach programme; recognises the vital importance of effective dementia support; … |
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Monday 26th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi) 25 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 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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Thursday 22nd January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House notes the crisis caused by gambling harms, with approximately 2.5% of the adult British population suffering from problem gambling and a further 11.5% experiencing a lower level of harm or elevated risk; further notes with deep concern that an estimated 1.2% of 11 to 17 year olds … |
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Thursday 22nd January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 Linda Snelling and the Somerset Bus Partnership 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House commends the hard work and dedication of Linda Snelling of the Somerset Bus Partnership in supporting bus users in Somerset; recognises that this dedication comes at a time when bus mileage in the county has, since 2010, fallen more than 70% according to Government figures; further recognises … |
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Thursday 22nd January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 Ex-Howe of Fife players selected for Scotland 2026 Six Nations 9 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates the three former Howe of Fife rugby players on their selection for the Scotland squad competing in the 2026 Guinness Six Nations Championship; acknowledges the dedication, skill and commitment to the sport that has taken them from grassroots rugby with Howe of Fife to the pinnacle … |
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Thursday 22nd January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House expresses its deep sympathies at the passing of Joe Preece who managed the Cupar Foodbank for more than five years; recognises his incredible work and his commitment to making sure everyone felt welcomed and cared for at the Foodbank; notes the laughter and joy which Joe brought … |
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Wednesday 21st January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th January 2026 6 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with great sadness the death of Chris Boulton, Chief Executive of Greenham Trust; recognises the significant contribution made by Chris Boulton following his appointment in 2014, during which time he helped to double the size of the Trust’s charitable endowment and increase the surplus available for … |
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Wednesday 21st January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 21 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary since Emperor Haile Selassie moved to Fairfield House in Bath in 1936 while in exile during the Italian occupation of East Africa; recognises the significance of Haile Selassie as the central figure in Rastafarianism; further recognises his many years campaigning against fascist dictator … |
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Wednesday 21st January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates N-Fest in Newbury on its charitable work and community engagement in 2025; recognises the hard work and dedication of the organisers of N-Fest, which has been running since 2004, previously known as Newbury Real Ale Festival, and consistently delivers a successful event for spectators and performers … |
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Wednesday 21st January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 Geoffrey Hayes contribution to engineering 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Mr Geoffrey Hayes, a resident of Lomond View in North East Fife, on being celebrated for a remarkable 50-year contribution to engineering; recognises the outstanding dedication and impact of his work over five decades, both locally and within the wider engineering community; honours the positive difference … |
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Wednesday 21st January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 Edinburgh Zoo’s veterinary achievements and Poly the northern rockhopper penguin 12 signatures (Most recent: 5 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Edinburgh Zoo on the remarkable recovery of Poly, a northern rockhopper penguin, following her second surgery to treat a serious infection in her eye socket; notes that Poly has now returned to her colony at Penguins Rock and continues to be monitored by expert veterinary staff; … |
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Tuesday 20th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House is deeply concerned by reports of the killing of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu labourer, in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, in December 2025, following an incident of mob violence; expresses grave alarm at continued reports of attacks, intimidation and violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh, including members of the … |
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Tuesday 20th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 Commemorating National Care Leaver’s Month November 2025 22 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House notes the importance of the first National Care Leavers Month in November 2025 and celebrates that a month is dedicated to this important cause; acknowledges the difficulties and inequities that care leavers face, including a cliff edge of support and services that disappear suddenly, a postcode lottery … |
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Tuesday 20th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House recognises lack of adequate action on the importation of illegal meat coming in to the UK via ports like Dover; notes that Dover Port Health has now removed over 300 tonnes of illegal meat; further notes that this has been a recognised issue for over two decades … |
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Monday 19th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House wishes Dolly Parton a happy 80th birthday; recognises her philanthropic efforts through the Dollywood Foundation to inspire children in her home county to achieve educational success; acknowledges that the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has been in operation for over 30 years, gifting millions of free books to … |
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Monday 19th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 Public health campaign on tackling stigma towards suicide 44 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House highlights, on Blue Monday, that every life lost to suicide is a tragedy; recognises the importance of breaking down barriers surrounding the stigma towards the topic of suicide; understands the importance of opening up conversations on the issue; further acknowledges that many people do not feel comfortable … |
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Monday 19th January Sarah Dyke signed this EDM on Thursday 29th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the re-opening of Chard Young People’s Centre as The Hive; recognises the tireless efforts of Chard Town Council and local community activists in saving the site from closure; notes the importance of youth clubs up and down the country in providing safe and supportive environments for … |
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Woodland Creation
41 speeches (13,433 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Mentions: 1: Roz Savage (LD - South Cotswolds) Friend the Member for Glastonbury and Somerton (Sarah Dyke) has championed the Somerset tree strategy - Link to Speech |
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Storm Chandra Flooding
21 speeches (5,598 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Mentions: 1: Emma Hardy (Lab - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice) Member for Glastonbury and Somerton (Sarah Dyke) for calling this debate, and for providing an opportunity - Link to Speech 2: Martin Wrigley (LD - Newton Abbot) Friend the Member for Glastonbury and Somerton (Sarah Dyke) for highlighting the dreadful things that - Link to Speech |
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Sustainable Drainage Systems
17 speeches (7,103 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Mentions: 1: Emma Hardy (Lab - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice) Member for Glastonbury and Somerton (Sarah Dyke) earlier, my full sympathy and support go to everybody - Link to Speech 2: Martin Wrigley (LD - Newton Abbot) Friend the Member for Glastonbury and Somerton (Sarah Dyke) accurately pointed out that SuDS, although - Link to Speech |
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Thursday 5th February 2026
Report - 5th Report - UK-EU agritrade: making an SPS agreement work Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee Found: ) Juliet Campbell (Labour; Broxtowe) Charlie Dewhirst (Conservative; Bridlington and The Wolds) Sarah Dyke |
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Wednesday 28th January 2026
Oral Evidence - Seafish, The Crown Estate, and Marine Management Organisation (MMO) Fisheries and the marine environment - Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Mr Alistair Carmichael (Chair); Charlie Dewhirst; Sarah Dyke; Terry |
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Tuesday 3rd March 2026 9:30 a.m. Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Work of the Department and its arm’s-length bodies At 10:00am: Oral evidence Paul Kissack - Permanent Secretary at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs David Hill - Director General for Strategy and Water at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Iain King - Chief Financial Officer at Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs Emma Bourne - Director General for EU Reset and Trade at Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 10th March 2026 9:30 a.m. Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Work of the Department and its arm’s-length bodies At 10:00am: Oral evidence Dr Tony Juniper CBE - Chair at Natural England Marian Spain - Chief Executive at Natural England View calendar - Add to calendar |