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Will Forster

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Wednesday 15th July 2026

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Commons Chamber
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Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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I join my hon. Friend in paying tribute to Craig. I believe there is a famous Scottish song about walking 500 miles and then another 500, but to surpass that is an amazing achievement. We all pay tribute.

Will Forster Portrait Mr Will Forster (Woking) (LD)
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Q10. We have all enjoyed watching England’s success in the world cup in the last few weeks. As his last act as Prime Minister before leaving office, will the right hon. and learned Gentleman agree to grant us a bank holiday so that we can celebrate England’s win?

Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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I have been careful not to tempt fate and jinx the result. I am a passionate Arsenal and England supporter and have watched many games with agonising moments; on the question of a bank holiday, the hon. Gentleman should ask again on Sunday.

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