Information between 9th May 2026 - 29th May 2026
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20 May 2026 - Defence Readiness - View Vote Context Steve Darling voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 307 Noes - 171 |
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20 May 2026 - Defence Readiness - View Vote Context Steve Darling voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 59 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 78 Noes - 408 |
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Steve Darling speeches from: Getting Britain Working Again
Steve Darling contributed 2 speeches (875 words) Thursday 14th May 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Work and Pensions |
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Youth Mobility Scheme: EU Countries
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Tuesday 19th May 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the Minister will discuss routes for British citizens to be employed in the EU in the longer term with his EU counterpart; for example, whether it would be possible for youth mobility participants to transfer onto other visa routes such as Skilled Worker Visas, without a legal gap in EU residence. Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds - Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office UK nationals who wish to work in the EU are subject to the immigration requirements of the relevant Member States. This Government is committed to ensuring opportunities for British citizens to live, work, study, and travel across the European Union. That is why at the 2025 UK-EU Summit, we agreed to negotiate a balanced youth experience scheme with the EU. We have agreed that any scheme will be capped, subject to a visa requirement, as well as time-limited. We have been clear that the scheme should be in line with the UK’s existing schemes, such as with Australia and New Zealand. The exact parameters of the scheme are subject of ongoing negotiations.
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Youth Mobility Scheme: EU Countries
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Monday 18th May 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether he has had discussions with his European Commission counterpart on pathways for British citizens to be employed in the EU for a limited time if they come off the proposed Youth Mobility Scheme and prior to the expiry of their youth mobility visas. Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds - Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office We are negotiating an ambitious youth experience scheme with the EU. This will provide a valuable form of cultural exchange for young Brits to travel, experience other cultures and learn languages, as well as work and study abroad in Member States.
We have agreed that any scheme will be capped, subject to a visa requirement, as well as time-limited. We have been clear that the scheme should be in line with the UK’s existing schemes, such as with Australia and New Zealand, but the exact parameters are subject to ongoing negotiation.
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Youth Mobility Scheme: EU Countries
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Monday 18th May 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether he has had discussions with his European Commission counterpart on allowing British citizens participating in the proposed Youth Mobility Scheme.to move between EU Member States. Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds - Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office We are negotiating an ambitious youth experience scheme with the EU. This will provide a valuable form of cultural exchange for young Brits to travel, experience other cultures and learn languages, as well as work and study abroad in Member States.
We have agreed that any scheme will be capped, subject to a visa requirement, as well as time-limited. We have been clear that the scheme should be in line with the UK’s existing schemes, such as with Australia and New Zealand, but the exact parameters are subject to ongoing negotiation.
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Youth Mobility Scheme: European Economic Area and Switzerland
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Monday 18th May 2026 Question to the Cabinet Office: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what steps he is taking to allow people to do their EU-UK youth mobility exchange in (a) EEA countries and (b) Switzerland. Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds - Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office We are negotiating an ambitious youth experience scheme with the EU. This will provide a valuable form of cultural exchange for young Brits to travel, experience other cultures and learn languages, as well as work and study abroad in Member States.
We have agreed that any scheme will be capped, subject to a visa requirement, as well as time-limited. We have been clear that the scheme should be in line with the UK’s existing schemes, such as with Australia and New Zealand, but the exact parameters are subject to ongoing negotiation.
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Members: Correspondence
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Tuesday 19th May 2026 Question to the Department for Education: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, when her Department plans to reply to the correspondence of 20 March 2026 from the hon. Member for Torbay. Answered by Georgia Gould - Minister of State (Education) A response to the correspondence of 20 March 2026 from the hon. Member for Torbay was sent on 14 May 2026.
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Housing Benefit and Pension Credit
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the Department for Work and Pensions: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether the implementation of his policy to merge Housing Benefit for pensioners with Pension Credit will require Primary Legislation, and when he expects the new system to be in operation. Answered by Torsten Bell - Parliamentary Secretary (HM Treasury) Through bringing together the administration of pensioner Housing Benefit and Pension Credit, we are working to ensure more pensioners receive all the benefits to which they are entitled. This work will deliver a simplified joined-up service that is more effective, consistent, and improves pensioner access to financial support. There is no requirement for primary legislation changes to deliver this joined-up service, which we will be testing with a small set of customers from Autumn 2026 to ensure improvements are having the impact we expect, before agreeing to roll out more widely. |
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Business Rates
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the HM Treasury: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, how many businesses will be impacted by changes to business rates (a) nationally and (b) in Torbay constituency. Answered by Dan Tomlinson - Exchequer Secretary (HM Treasury) At the Budget, the VOA announced updated property values from the 2026 revaluation. This revaluation was the first since the pandemic, which has led to significant increases in rateable values for some properties as they recover from the pandemic.
To respond to those who are seeing large increases, the Government has already acted to limit increases in bills, announcing a support package worth £4.3 billion package at the Budget.
You can find both national and regional data related to the 2026 revaluation here: Non-domestic rating: change in rateable value of rating lists, England and Wales, 2026 Revaluation (compiled list) - GOV.UK
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Police: First Aid
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what consideration she has given to provision of bleed kits in first aid kits in police cars. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Home Office) Bleed kits can play a valuable role in saving lives in emergency situations. Decisions on the placement of bleed kits in first aid kits in police vehicles are an operational matter for Chief Officers to decide. Their assessment should be based on local risk assessments and priorities, in conjunction with their Police and Crime Commissioner and in line with health and safety legislation and the College of Policing’s Authorised Professional Practice (APP). |
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Local Government: Devolution
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Friday 22nd May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will ensure that areas without mayors are entitled to the same funding and devolved powers as authorities with mayors. Answered by Nesil Caliskan - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The Government has made clear that the deepest powers and funding arrangements will be available to Mayoral Strategic Authorities and Established Mayoral Strategic Authorities. The new devolution framework for England sets out the functions and funding arrangements available to each tier of strategic authority. A full list is available on gov.uk here. |
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CAFCASS: Torbay
Asked by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) Friday 22nd May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Justice: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what plans the Government has to roll out Cafcass in Torbay. Answered by Catherine Atkinson - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Justice) The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) is a national service operating across England, rather than locally commissioned provision. The service already covers all areas of the country, including Torbay, through a regional operating model. |
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Thursday 14th May Abbey School's The Green Wave initiative 8 signatures (Most recent: 19 May 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House recognises the work of the pupil-led initiative The Green Wave at Abbey School, led by Edith and Brett, to support the work of Horatio's Garden, which creates and maintains accessible gardens in NHS spinal injury centres; notes that these gardens provide therapeutic outdoor spaces for patients with … |
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Wednesday 13th May 120 years of the Language Assistant Programme and international cultural exchange 15 signatures (Most recent: 19 May 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the Language Assistant Programme, which has been running for 120 years since its establishment in 1905 between the United Kingdom, France and Germany; recognises that what began as a small initiative has grown into a global exchange connecting people and classrooms across generations; notes the significant … |
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Monday 18th May State of our Beaches report 2025 17 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House celebrates the publication of the Marine Conservation Society’s annual State of our Beaches report; thanks the thousands of volunteers whose efforts removed over 600,000 litter items from our beaches, of which 26,592 items were removed from the coasts of Devon and Cornwall; notes with concern that single-use … |
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18th May 2026
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) 2. Donations and other support (including loans) for activities as an MP Baby Care Domiciliary Care Ltd - £5,000.00 Source |
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Tuesday 9th June Steve Darling signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th June 2026 Reducing trade and mobility barriers between the UK and EU 23 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 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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Tuesday 9th June Steve Darling signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th June 2026 Mutual recognition of professional qualifications 22 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with concern that, since the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union, UK-qualified professionals seeking to work in the EU have often been required to secure formal recognition of their qualifications before providing services or taking up employment; further notes that recognition requirements vary between individual … |
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Tuesday 9th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2026 Touring artists mobility arrangements 26 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with concern the barriers facing British touring artists, musicians, performers, crews and professional drivers following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU; recognises their cultural and economic contribution to the creative industries, exports and soft power; further notes that music contributed £8 billion to the UK economy … |
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Thursday 4th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House regrets that many people are struggling to access GP appointments; notes that on average one GP surgery a week has closed and month-long waits for GP appointments have increased by over 250,000 this Parliament; acknowledges that prolonged waits for GP appointments are terrible for patients' physical health, … |
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Thursday 4th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 NHS funding for mental health services 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over the recent news that mental health spending, as a share of total NHS expenditure, is due to fall for the third year in a row; highlights that over 2.2 million people are in contact with NHS mental health services; notes that while mental … |
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Thursday 4th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House regrets the ongoing and sustained difficulties accessing GP appointments across the country; expresses concern that over 1,300 GP surgeries have closed since 2015; notes that one GP surgery a week has closed under this Government; recognises that GP surgeries are serving an extra 917 homes on average … |
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Thursday 4th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House notes the shocking state of NHS dentistry across the country; raises once again the all too common cases of DIY tooth extractions and patients forced to attend A&E due to dental pain; highlights the worrying rates of access for children, with over 5 million children not seeing … |
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Wednesday 3rd June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice - North Antrim) That this House commends the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner and his staff on their sponsored walk across Northern Ireland to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme in support of charitable organisations the Somme Association and the Air Ambulance NI; notes that Somme 110 is more than … |
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Monday 8th June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 Prosecution of parents of children with SEND for school absence 23 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House notes with concern the increasing number of parents of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities who are being issued with penalty notices or prosecuted in the magistrates' courts for their child's absence from school; recognises that for many such children, attendance difficulties arise from unmet special … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 Public health campaign on the dangers of swimming in open water 20 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Lee Pitcher (Labour - Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme) That this House notes with deep sadness the recent deaths of young people and others in lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds and other open water during the recent period of hot weather; extends its condolences to the families, friends and communities affected by these tragedies; recognises the particular dangers posed by … |
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Thursday 21st May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2026 Arthritis Awareness Month 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme) That this House celebrates May as Arthritis Awareness Month; acknowledges the significant impact that arthritis has on over 10 million people across the UK, including more than 10,000 children and young people; recognises that arthritis causes pain, fatigue, disability, mental and financial strain and can affect people of any age, … |
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Wednesday 3rd June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House expresses deep concern over proposals in the NHS Modernisation Bill to abolish Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch organisations; commends Healthwatch's essential role as the health service's only statutory independent patient voice; notes that the changes will leave the NHS and DHSC responsible for identifying their own failures … |
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Thursday 21st May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 37 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with concern the slow progress in advancing negotiations with the European Union on youth mobility, educational exchange and wider people-to-people cooperation following the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union; recognises the cultural, educational and economic benefits that reciprocal youth mobility arrangements provide to young people, … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Draft Code of Practice on Services, public functions and associations 134 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East) That the draft Code of Practice for Services, public functions and associations, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 May, be disapproved. |
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Monday 18th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement 25 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 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 18th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Energy prices for households and businesses 28 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions … |
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Tuesday 19th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Rough sleeping, homelessness prevention and long-term housing support 29 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House recognises there is a rough sleeping emergency; highlights with concern the findings of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee's rough sleeping inquiry, published on 14 February 2025, of gaps between public institutions and housing support which put vulnerable people at greater risk of rough sleeping following … |
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Tuesday 19th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Local government and social care 31 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House recognises that adult social care is the largest area of council spending after SEND provision; notes that in 2024-25 the gross current expenditure for local authorities in England on adult social care totalled £29.4 billion which was a 9% increase on the previous year in cash terms; … |
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Wednesday 20th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Free-to-air coverage of European finals 29 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern that supporters of Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace may be required to purchase a subscription to watch their teams compete in European finals this season; further notes that this is the first time since the creation of the Champions League in 1992 that … |
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Wednesday 20th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 St Albans Interfaith League and support for inter-faith initiatives 11 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans) That this House commends the work of St Albans Interfaith League (SAIL); congratulates Herts Together for organising the Herts Standing Against Hate event in St Albans on Friday 15 May; thanks the Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire, the Chief Constable of Hertfordshire, faith leaders and all who volunteered their time for … |
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Thursday 21st May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 28 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House recognises that the right to peaceful protest and freedom of assembly is a cornerstone of a free and democratic society and insists that it must be safeguarded; expresses serious concern over the wide-ranging draconian anti-protest powers introduced by the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022 and … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Joshua Reynolds (Liberal Democrat - Maidenhead) That this House recognises the longstanding contribution of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, to the promotion of the United Kingdom overseas through public displays, diplomatic engagement and support for defence outreach; notes concerns regarding the planned retirement of traditional display numbering arrangements and the potential effect … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House believes that the UK should be the safest country in the world to have a baby; regrets that 65% of maternity units do not meet the classification of good for standards of safety; recognises the serious harm caused to mothers and babies and the cost to the … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes that, according to a study by KPMG, 72% of the UK public are now unsure whether online content can be trusted due to the proliferation of AI-generated material; further notes that AI-generated content is fuelling misinformation and eroding public trust; also notes that mandatory AI content … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 11 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House congratulates the businesses behind the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, from landscapers to garden designers, growers to manufacturers; recognises that Environmental Horticulture contributes £38 billion to UK GDP every year and supports more than 722,000 good green jobs; notes that green infrastructure, our gardens, parks, green spaces, and … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 37 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House recognises the vital contribution of emergency medicine professionals, up and down the country, who deliver urgent and life-saving care and pays tribute to them for their dedicated service in our A&E Departments as we celebrate Emergency Medicine Day 2026; notes with concern the increasing levels of violence, … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Protecting children from data exploitation 26 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House believes that social media platforms and online services must be designed with children’s safety in mind; notes that under current UK law, children as young as 13 can have their personal data collected, processed, and used for targeted advertising and algorithm-driven content; further notes that the majority … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Towards a ceasefire and political resolution in Sudan 29 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House notes with alarm that after three years of conflict, over 33 million people, including 17.3 million children, are in need of humanitarian assistance in Sudan, that famine has been confirmed in Al Fasher and Kadugli, with 20 additional areas at risk, and that over 14 million people … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Official Development Assistance 26 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House expresses concern over the Government’s decision to reduce the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) from 0.5% to 0.3% of GNI; agrees on the importance of strengthening the UK’s national security and defence commitments in light of increasing global security challenges, but rejects funding this through cuts to … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House condemns the normalisation of corridor care in NHS hospitals; expresses alarm at recent reports of patients receiving end of life care in corridors; believes patients deserve better and should expect to receive care in privacy and with dignity; regrets that 2025 saw the worst level of 12 … |
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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 33 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 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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Monday 1st June Steve Darling signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 39 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 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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Thursday 21st May Steve Darling signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st June 2026 44 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House supports Carers Week 2026, taking place from 8 to 14 June 2026; recognises that this year’s theme, Building Carer Friendly Communities, highlights the importance of creating supportive environments for unpaid carers; notes that millions of unpaid carers looking after family members and friends often face significant challenges … |
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Wednesday 20th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Safety of British nationals following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla 38 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 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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Monday 18th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 Protection and restoration of ancient woodland 37 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House recognises the rich biodiversity of ancient woodlands across the United Kingdom, and their vital role in meeting the nation’s climate and biodiversity obligations as set out in the Environment Act 2021; notes that ancient woodland, those that have existed since at least 1600, covers just 2.5% of … |
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Monday 18th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2026 UK digital sovereignty strategy 48 signatures (Most recent: 18 May 2026)Tabled by: Siân Berry (Green Party - Brighton Pavilion) That this House notes that government services, democratic functions and critical infrastructure increasingly depend on a small number of external digital suppliers; further notes that excessive concentration and inadequate exit or substitution planning expose the public sector to risks including service withdrawal, sanctions, commercial failure, geopolitical disruption and unilateral changes … |
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Wednesday 13th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2026 Proportional representation for general elections 40 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026)Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove) That this House believes that the first past the post system should be replaced with a system of proportional representation for elections to the House of Commons. |
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Wednesday 13th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2026 Supporting Ukraine and seizing Russia’s frozen assets 42 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House commends and is humbled by the bravery displayed by Ukrainian soldiers and civilians as they defend their country against Vladimir Putin’s invasion, now into its fifth year; recognises that Ukraine’s sovereignty is non-negotiable, and that only the Ukrainian people have the right to determine their country’s future; … |
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Wednesday 13th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2026 54 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House marks World Mental Health Awareness Week which promotes awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that while many people may feel more at ease with speaking on their mental health there remains much to do before mental health is treated with the … |
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Wednesday 13th May Steve Darling signed this EDM on Thursday 14th May 2026 Speech and Language Therapy for Autistic Children 37 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House recognises that speech and language therapy is currently failing many autistic children and young people in England; notes that hundreds of autistic individuals and their families have shared lived experience testimony demonstrating that their specific communication needs are not being met by existing NHS speech and language … |
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Wednesday 13th May Steve Darling signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th May 2026 Reform of monetary limits on charity lotteries 18 signatures (Most recent: 19 May 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House acknowledges the role played by Britain’s charity lottery sector in providing some £450 million in vital funds for good causes each year at no cost to the Government; recognises the unique nature of charity lottery fundraising, which is centred on long-term, unrestricted giving; acknowledges such a model … |
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14 May 2026, 12:53 p.m. - House of Commons "Steve Darling. >> Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker, " Rt Hon Valerie Vaz MP (Walsall and Bloxwich, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Getting Britain Working Again
121 speeches (38,666 words) Thursday 14th May 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Work and Pensions Mentions: 1: Andrew Pakes (LAB - Peterborough) Member for Torbay (Steve Darling), and to speak in a debate on work in support of my right hon. - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 20th May 2026 9 a.m. Work and Pensions Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Youth employment, education and training At 9:30am: Oral evidence Alan Milburn - Chair at Young People and Work Report At 10:30am: Oral evidence Professor Dr Hubert Ertl - Director of Research and Vice President at Germany’s Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) Dr Veerle Miranda - Head of Youth Employment and Social Policies Unit at Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Dr Emily Erickson - Research Fellow and Policy Lead at Institute of Employment Research, University of Warwick View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 3rd June 2026 9 a.m. Work and Pensions Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Realising potential: Delivering the Child Poverty Strategy At 9:30am: Oral evidence Tom Drake - Business Head of Community Projects at EFL in the Community Beatrice Orchard - Head of Programme at Trussell George Looker - Chief Executive Officer at Babyzone Annabel Smith - Director of Strategic Partnerships and Stakeholders at West of England Combined Authority At 10:30am: Oral evidence Charis Chittick - Head of Policy, Strategy and Communications at One Parent Families Scotland Josephine Whitaker-Yilmaz - Head of Advocacy, Praxis and Chair, No Recourse to Public Funds subgroup at Refugee and Migrant Children’s Consortium Lynn Perry - Chief Executive Officer at Barnardo’s View calendar - Add to calendar |