Information between 14th July 2026 - 23rd August 2026
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15 Jul 2026 - Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) - View Vote Context Scott Arthur voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 313 Labour Aye votes vs 0 Labour No votes Tally: Ayes - 330 Noes - 109 |
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15 Jul 2026 - Trade Unions - View Vote Context Scott Arthur voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 313 Labour Aye votes vs 0 Labour No votes Tally: Ayes - 330 Noes - 109 |
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14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context Scott Arthur voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 328 Labour No votes vs 0 Labour Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 102 Noes - 409 |
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14 Jul 2026 - Public Office (Accountability) Bill - View Vote Context Scott Arthur voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 329 Labour No votes vs 0 Labour Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 104 Noes - 412 |
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Scott Arthur speeches from: Iran
Scott Arthur contributed 5 speeches (233 words) Wednesday 15th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Defence |
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Scott Arthur speeches from: National Security
Scott Arthur contributed 1 speech (38 words) Wednesday 15th July 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Driving Tests
Asked by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) Thursday 16th July 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what the total cost of the additional testing allowance introduced in June 2025 has been to date; and what assessment she has made of its effect on the number of tests delivered per full-time equivalent examiner. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) current Additional Testing Allowance (ATA) scheme started in June 2025 to increase practical driving test capacity through voluntary additional testing outside contracted hours.
As of June 2026, payments made under the ATA scheme total approximately £11.8 million.
The ATA scheme has contributed to increased testing capacity. In June 2026, DVSA conducted 193,757 car practical driving tests, which was 35,328 more tests than in June 2025. Between June 2025 and June 2026, DVSA conducted 278,124 more car practical driving tests than during the same period from June 2024 to June 2025. DVSA has achieved this additional testing capacity through increased driving examiner (DE) capacity (165 more full-time equivalent DEs than in June 2025), examiner overtime and other operational measures. |
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Transport: Supply Chains
Asked by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) Tuesday 21st July 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of the Mass Transit Taskforce working with the devolved governments to help ensure the benefits to the UK supply chain are maximised. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The independently-led Mass Transit Taskforce welcomes views from members of the public, experts, operators and academics from across Britain. The call for evidence is now open and as part of its research, the Taskforce will also draw on knowledge and experience from existing mass transit systems in each of the four nations and from examples abroad.
The Taskforce will identify practical reforms to planning, financing and delivery models and make targeted recommendations to government. Decisions on where and how to deliver mass transit systems will remain entirely local. However, the Taskforce will support devolution by sharing evidence, guidance and lessons learned, including the role of UK supply chains.
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Trams: Trains
Asked by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) Tuesday 21st July 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether the Mass Transit Taskforce's remit includes tram-train projects. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) The independently-led Mass Transit Taskforce will consider all modes of mass transit and emerging technologies. This includes Tram-train projects and other mass transit modes, including bus‑based, light rail‑based and hybrid systems.
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Sexual Offences: Victims
Asked by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) Tuesday 21st July 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how many woman and girls she estimates have been victims of grooming gangs; and what methodology she uses to calculate that number. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Home Office) The true scale of group-based child sexual exploitation remains unknown because of under-reporting, under-identification, and variations in data collection and analysis. However, data from the Centre for Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse shows that 15% of girls and 5% of boys are estimated to have been sexually abused before the age of 16. The Home Office continues to work with policing colleagues to improve data collection and analysis to improve understanding of these crimes and to develop a more accurate understanding of victims and perpetrators. We continue to support the Office for National Statistics work on the Safety During Childhood Survey, which will improve our understanding of the scale of a range of harms that children and young people experience, including child sexual abuse. |
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Wednesday 15th July 10 years since the start of Edinburgh’s 20mph scheme 2 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jul 2026)Tabled by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) That this House celebrates 10 years since the City of Edinburgh Council began implementing its 20mph speed limit scheme under the Leadership of Councillor Lesley Hinds; notes that the programme, initiated in 2016, was one of the first city-wide speed-reduction initiatives in the UK and has since become a model … |
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17th August 2026
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West) 3. Gifts, benefits and hospitality from UK sources East Coast Trains Ltd (Lumo) - £500.00 Source |
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Thursday 16th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Queensferry Museum Second World War exhibition 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates the Queensferry Museum on the opening of its new exhibition exploring the important role that South Queensferry played during the Second World War; recognises the profound impact of the war on individuals, families and communities, from the outbreak of hostilities and the defence of the Forth, … |
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Wednesday 15th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Legacy League 2026 fundraising for Newbury Cancer Care 4 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House congratulates the organisers of the Legacy League charity football tournament, Andrew Downing and Ashley Stockwell, on raising an outstanding £15,274.99 for Newbury Cancer Care; praises the generosity and endurance of around 90 players, volunteers, sponsors, local businesses and supporters who took part in the marathon 10-hour football … |
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Wednesday 15th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Keele Business School, Higher Education Provider of the Year at the Midlands Education Awards 2026 3 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme) That this House congratulates Keele Business School, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on being named Higher Education Provider of the Year at the Midlands Education Awards 2026; commends the School's commitment to inspiring and developing future leaders through the highest quality teaching and research, and an approach that always put the health and … |
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Wednesday 15th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the 160th anniversary of Torbay RNLI, established in 1866 in the aftermath of the devastating Great Storm of January that year; notes that during one night of exceptional violence around 60 ships were wrecked in and around Torbay and more than 70 sailors lost their lives, … |
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Wednesday 15th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Retirement of Godfrey Asare and Margaret Labulo from the Members' Tea Room 38 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne) That this House pays tribute to Godfrey Asare and Margaret Labulo, General Assistants in the Members' Tea Room, on the occasion of their retirement from the service of Parliament; recognises their many years of dedicated and loyal service to this House and its Members and staff who have relied upon … |
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Wednesday 15th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Prohibiting Members of Parliament from having paid second jobs 43 signatures (Most recent: 4 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East) That this House welcomes the presentation of the Members of Parliament (Prohibition of Second Jobs) (Motion) Bill as a positive contribution to the debate on ending paid second jobs for MPs; notes with concern that MPs have reportedly received more than £11 million in outside earnings since the last General … |
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Tuesday 14th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st September 2026 John MacDonald’s fundraising walk for Men Matter Scotland 7 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Patricia Ferguson (Labour - Glasgow West) That this House recognises the extraordinary commitment of John MacDonald, who completed a 246-mile walk from Dunblane to Manchester to raise funds and awareness for Men Matter Scotland, a Drumchapel-based charity supporting men’s mental health; commends John’s determination in completing the journey over 12 days in support of an organisation … |
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Tuesday 14th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st September 2026 4 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House welcomes the award of National Lottery Community Fund support to Passion4Fusion in recognition of its work to strengthen community cohesion in Edinburgh West; recognises the organisation’s commitment to bringing families together through community activities and sport; commends its efforts to create opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds … |
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Monday 13th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Changing Places Awareness Day 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Daniel Francis (Labour - Bexleyheath and Crayford) That this House recognises Changing Places Toilet Awareness Day 2026 which takes place on 19 July; further recognises the importance of Changing Places toilets for disabled people and their families across the United Kingdom; also recognises that they provide everyone, regardless of their access needs or disability or reliance on … |
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Monday 13th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Memorial plaque for Ann Widdecombe 46 signatures (Most recent: 2 Sep 2026)Tabled by: Peter Bedford (Conservative - Mid Leicestershire) That this House expresses its profound sadness at the death of Ann Widdecombe and condemns the violence that led to her death; extends its deepest condolences to her family, friends and all those who knew and admired her; recognises her distinguished record of public service, including her 23 years as … |
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Monday 13th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 80 signatures (Most recent: 3 Sep 2026) Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington) That this House celebrates Richard Pengelly and his 37 years of dedicated service to the House of Commons; notes that he began his parliamentary career in the Pugin Room before becoming one of the best-known and best-loved faces behind the bar in the Strangers’ Bar; recognises that his warmth, kindness, … |
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Monday 13th July Scott Arthur signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2026 Celebration of English traditions 13 signatures (Most recent: 1 Sep 2026)Tabled by: John Slinger (Labour - Rugby) That this House recognises the contribution of English traditions, including Morris dancing and folk music, to the celebration of English identity and cultural heritage; notes that Westminster Hall would be a good venue in which to showcase English traditions on St George's Day; and encourages efforts to organise celebrations for … |
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Wednesday 15th July 2026
Oral Evidence - Transport for London, 20s Plenty for Us, Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, and Phil Jones Associates Road Safety Strategy - Transport Committee Found: Watch the meeting Members present: Ruth Cadbury (Chair); Dr Scott Arthur; Daniel Francis; Olly Glover |
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Tuesday 1st September 2026 3:30 p.m. Transport Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Thursday 3rd September 2026 10:30 a.m. Transport Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 2nd September 2026 9:15 a.m. Transport Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Scrutiny of the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement At 9:15am: Oral evidence Dr Alex Chapman - Head of Economic and Environmental Policy at New Economics Foundation Dr James Laird - Director at Peak Economics Ian Mulheirn - Chief Analyst at Department for Transport Matt Shepherd - Director at Frontier Economics At 10:30am: Oral evidence Perry Phillips - Aviation Officer at GMB London Region John Dickie - Chief Executive at BusinessLDN Kate Shoesmith - Director of Policy and Insights at British Chambers of Commerce View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 9th September 2026 9:15 a.m. Transport Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Scrutiny of the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement At 9:15am: Oral evidence Jonathan Sullivan - Chief Corporate Development Officer at International Airlines Group Sophie Dekkers - Chief Commercial Officer at easyJet Mr Ben Garratt - Interim Director of Policy and Communications at Logistics UK Nigel Wicking - Chief Executive at Airline Operators Committee Dr Lucy Budd - Honorary Professor of Sustainable Transport at Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, University of Sydney At 10:15am: Oral evidence Gordon Dewar - Chief Executive at Edinburgh Airport Christopher Snelling - Policy Director at Airports UK View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 8th September 2026 3:30 p.m. Transport Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Scrutiny of the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Ms Alethea Warrington - Head of Aviation, Energy and Heat at Possible Dr Lois Pennington - Research Associate at The Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research Manchester Celeste Hicks - Policy Manager at Aviation Environment Federation At 5:00pm: Oral evidence Professor Anna Hansell - Professor of Environmental Epidemiology at University of Leicester Professor Alastair Lewis - Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry at The University of York Professor Charlotte Clark - Professor of Environmental Epidemiology at City St George's University of London View calendar - Add to calendar |
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21 Jul 2026
Getting to work: transport connecting young people to jobs and training Transport Committee (Select) Submit Evidence (by 16 Oct 2026) The Transport Committee is examining how transport issues can act as a barrier to young people finding, taking up and remaining in employment or training. The inquiry will explore:
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1 Jul 2026
Safer journeys for women and girls Transport Committee (Select) Submit Evidence (by 25 Mar 2033) The Transport Committee is looking at how effectively the Government is keeping women and girls safe as they travel, and what more could be done to ensure that they can make their journeys without fear of violence, intimidation or harassment. The Committee will consider how government could most effectively prevent risks to women’s safety when they make journeys in the UK, what interventions are most effective to respond to incidents of violence, intimidation or harassment, and how well the Department for Transport is working to ensure safer journeys for women and girls. DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING EVIDENCE: 23:59 on 9 October 2026. |