Information between 20th May 2026 - 30th May 2026
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20 May 2026 - Defence Readiness - View Vote Context Will Forster 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 Will Forster was Teller for the Ayes and against the House Tally: Ayes - 78 Noes - 408 |
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Will Forster speeches from: Business of the House
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (70 words) Thursday 21st May 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Will Forster speeches from: Family Justice System: Domestic Abuse and Safeguarding
Will Forster contributed 2 speeches (1,020 words) Thursday 21st May 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Justice |
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Skilled Workers: Visas
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact on skills shortages of changes to the indefinite leave to remain pathway for skilled worker visa holders. Answered by Mike Tapp - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office) The consultation for the earned settlement model, as proposed in ‘A Fairer Pathway to Settlement’, was open to the public between 20 November 2025 and 12 February 2026. As part of this consultation, we sought views on the potential impact of the proposed changes, including the impact to skilled worker visa holders and potential skill shortages. We are now reviewing and analysing all responses received. This analysis will help inform the development of the final earned settlement model, including consideration of any transitional measures for those already on a pathway to settlement. Once the final model has been decided, the Government will communicate the outcome publicly. Any final outcomes will also be subject to both economic impact assessments and equality impact assessments, which we have committed to publish in due course. |
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Immigration: Public Consultation
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether her Department plans to publish a formal response to the earned settlement consultation. Answered by Mike Tapp - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office) The consultation for the earned settlement model, as proposed in ‘A Fairer Pathway to Settlement’, was open to the public between 20 November 2025 and 12 February 2026. As part of this consultation, we sought views on the potential impact of the proposed changes, including the impact to skilled worker visa holders and potential skill shortages. We are now reviewing and analysing all responses received. This analysis will help inform the development of the final earned settlement model, including consideration of any transitional measures for those already on a pathway to settlement. Once the final model has been decided, the Government will communicate the outcome publicly. Any final outcomes will also be subject to both economic impact assessments and equality impact assessments, which we have committed to publish in due course. |
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Immigration
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 21st May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she plans to introduce transitional arrangements for individuals who are currently on the five-year route to indefinite leave to remain. Answered by Mike Tapp - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office) The Government ran a public consultation from 20 November 2025 to 12 February 2026 to gather views on the earned settlement proposals. The consultation has now closed and we are in the process of reviewing and analysing all responses received. This analysis will help inform the development of the final earned settlement model, including consideration of any potential exemptions or transitional measures for those already on a pathway to settlement. Once the final model has been decided, the Government will communicate the outcome publicly. As with all significant policy changes, the proposals will be subject to both economic impact assessments and equality impact assessments.
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Asylum: Housing
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 27th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of withdrawing accommodation as proposed in the Immigration and Asylum (Provision of Accommodation to Failed Asylum-Seekers) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 on local authorities. Answered by Alex Norris - Minister of State (Home Office) The policy's intention is to ensure compliance with the conditions of support and permission to work rules and only remove support from those who breach these rules. The responsibility to support asylum seekers remains with the Home Office, and this responsibility does not transfer to local authorities. Illegal working is a criminal offence that undercuts legitimate businesses and workers. This measure is about removing the incentive of benefiting from taxpayer funded support while working illegally. It is designed to ensure the system remains fair, sustainable, and focused on those in genuine need of support, and those who comply with the rules of the asylum system. Those who work without permission are working outside of formal employment structures and without legal protections. Some employers will take advantage of this, putting those who work illegally at risk of being exploited. This is not about punishing those who are vulnerable or at risk of exploitation. This is about maintaining fairness in the system. Allowing illegal working with no consequences can lead to exploitation. Clear conditions and consequences around illegal working also play an important role in deterring poor behaviour in the first place, helping individuals understand from the outset what is expected of them while they are receiving asylum support. Any decision to withdraw support from someone who is suspected of working illegally will be made on a case-by-case basis. Existing protections remain in place. If exploitation is identified, safeguarding takes priority. Support will not be withdrawn from potential victims of exploitation, and referrals will be made to the appropriate services. |
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Asylum: Housing
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 27th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of using modular buildings to reduce reliance on hotels for asylum accommodation. Answered by Alex Norris - Minister of State (Home Office) We are actively exploring all viable options so we can reduce reliance on hotels, including using modular buildings and ex-military sites. We’ve learned important lessons from inherited decisions made by the previous government. These are now informing our future site acquisition strategy to ensure better planning, stronger community engagement, and more sustainable outcomes. We will ensure that any development is safe, appropriate, and compliant with planning regulations. |
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Asylum: Housing
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 27th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of Immigration and Asylum (Provision of Accommodation to Failed Asylum-Seekers) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 on victims of human trafficking. Answered by Alex Norris - Minister of State (Home Office) The policy's intention is to ensure compliance with the conditions of support and permission to work rules and only remove support from those who breach these rules. The responsibility to support asylum seekers remains with the Home Office, and this responsibility does not transfer to local authorities. Illegal working is a criminal offence that undercuts legitimate businesses and workers. This measure is about removing the incentive of benefiting from taxpayer funded support while working illegally. It is designed to ensure the system remains fair, sustainable, and focused on those in genuine need of support, and those who comply with the rules of the asylum system. Those who work without permission are working outside of formal employment structures and without legal protections. Some employers will take advantage of this, putting those who work illegally at risk of being exploited. This is not about punishing those who are vulnerable or at risk of exploitation. This is about maintaining fairness in the system. Allowing illegal working with no consequences can lead to exploitation. Clear conditions and consequences around illegal working also play an important role in deterring poor behaviour in the first place, helping individuals understand from the outset what is expected of them while they are receiving asylum support. Any decision to withdraw support from someone who is suspected of working illegally will be made on a case-by-case basis. Existing protections remain in place. If exploitation is identified, safeguarding takes priority. Support will not be withdrawn from potential victims of exploitation, and referrals will be made to the appropriate services. |
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Asylum: Staff
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 27th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate she has made of how many more staff her Department will need to review refugee status for every refugee, every two and a half years, for 20 years. Answered by Alex Norris - Minister of State (Home Office) Only those who remain on core protection will have their protection needs regularly reviewed, not every refugee. Such reviews will also be efficient and targeted; we will reassess where country conditions or personal circumstances have changed significantly. We will also build on the efficiencies that have already seen record levels of initial decisions being made, including use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which are already assisting asylum decision makers to make fast and effective decisions. We will continue to monitor staffing levels and will deploy our workforce flexibly subject to business needs as we have done in the past. |
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Social Rented Housing: Housing Revenue Accounts
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 27th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps is his department taking to ensure Housing Revenue Account funding is adequately ringfenced for social housing purposes by local authorities. Answered by Matthew Pennycook - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) is a ring-fenced accounting mechanism within the General Fund. The ring-fence ensures that the income from tenants’ rents is only spent on the upkeep and management of local authority tenants’ homes and it protects them from funding services already paid for through Council Tax. The HRA can also contribute toward the building of new council housing. Guidance for councils on the operation of the HRA ringfence can be found on gov.uk here. Individual councils are responsible for meeting their statutory responsibilities as a landlord within their HRA. |
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Parking: Codes of Practice
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Friday 22nd May 2026 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether parking guidance to local authorities includes the powers and duties of traffic wardens and parking attendants to lift material used to cover (a) a car parked in a parking bay and (b) a motorcycle parked on a pavement to ascertain its identity and the right for the vehicle to be parked there. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) Statutory guidance does not specifically address the lifting of covers placed over motor vehicles as part of Civil Enforcement Officers’ process of establishing evidence of parking contraventions. However, the statutory guidance requires civil enforcement to be fair, accurate and consistent. Local authorities should set clear policies and training for CEOs. It would ultimately be for the independent parking adjudicators to decide whether the authority had reliable evidence of such contraventions, and whether the method used to obtain it was reasonable.
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Surrey Police: Standards
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Tuesday 26th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her department is taking to support improvements at Surrey Police, in the context of the recent report by HMICFRS. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Home Office) His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) assesses the operational performance of forces in England and Wales. HMICFRS last published a Police Effectiveness Efficiency and Legitimacy inspection (PEEL) report for Surrey Police on 30th April 2026. The Government set out its commitment to taking a more active leadership role in policing in the Police Reform White Paper, published in January. This includes the introduction of a new Policing Performance System to identify and support improvements within all forces (including Surrey Police), with appropriate mechanisms for earlier support and intervention where performance is declining or of concern, as well as identifying areas of good practice. These mechanisms range from self-access resources such as the Support Toolkit, increased support from the College of Policing and dedicated Subject Matter Experts, to the embedding of ‘turnaround teams’. The Policing Performance System represents a strengthened, system-wide approach to assessing, supporting, and improving police performance. It will introduce clearer, more structured pathways for support and intervention from the Home Office and College of Policing. |
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Charities: Business Rates
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Tuesday 26th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his department monitors if local authorities grant discretionary business rate relief for charities. Answered by Alison McGovern - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) MHCLG collect and publish data from local authorities on how much discretionary business rates relief is granted to charities. Published data is available for local authority forecasts and local authority outturn. The latest data on discretionary relief granted to charities can be found here in the document labelled Tables 1-3: England. Table 2 contains the value of discretionary relief and Table 3 contains the number of hereditaments benefitting from the relief. |
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Supported Housing: Domestic Abuse
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the level of accommodation provided by local authorities for survivors of domestic abuse; and what information his Department holds on the number of local authorities that provide accommodation for survivors of domestic abuse. Answered by Alison McGovern - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) Under Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, every Tier One local authority in England must assess local need for, and commission, support for victims of domestic abuse and their children within safe accommodation. To support delivery of the duty, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government will provide £499m to local authorities over the next three years through the ringfenced Homelessness, Rough Sleeping and Domestic Abuse Grant.
The Department collects information from all Tier One authorities England and monitors delivery through mandatory annual data returns and publishes this data. The most recent data on Support in domestic abuse safe accommodation: 2024 to 2025 can be found here.
Statutory guidance strongly encourages local authorities to give priority for social housing to victims and their families who have escaped abuse and are homeless, including those being accommodated in a refuge or temporary accommodation. We have also taken action to remove barriers for victims moving as a result of domestic abuse, who no longer need to meet a local connection or residency test in order to access social housing. |
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Offences against Children: Information Sharing
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of Sarah’s Law on women. Answered by Natalie Fleet - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office) The Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme, also known as Sarah's law, was introduced in 2011 and allows members of the public to make an application to police for information about a person who has contact with a child. The Scheme is designed to safeguard all children regardless of sex or gender by providing parents, carers and guardians with relevant information to help them make informed decisions about a child’s safety. Evidence indicates that females are disproportionately affected by child sexual abuse. In the year ending March 2024, the CSEW estimated that a higher proportion of women experienced childhood sexual abuse (13.9% if women compared with 4.1% of men). Sarah's law is critical in safeguarding children from harm. Through the Crime and Policing Act, this government is going further to strengthen the Scheme by placing it on a statutory footing. This means that chief officers will have a statutory duty to have due regard to the guidance. |
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Homelessness
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of local authorities' financial resources to deliver the measures in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 in the next 12 months. Answered by Alison McGovern - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) The government is providing £3.6 billion funding for homelessness services from 2026/27 to 2028/29, including more than £2.2 billion for local authorities to prevent and address homelessness and rough sleeping through the Homelessness, Rough Sleeping and Domestic Abuse Grant, as well as at least £969 million for temporary accommodation within the Revenue Support Grant. You can find local authority level allocations here. |
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Domestic Abuse: Information Sharing
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Home Office: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make an assessment of the effectiveness of Clare’s Law. Answered by Natalie Fleet - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office) We know that more needs to be done to address issues and inconsistencies in the way that the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (also known as ‘Clare’s Law’) is currently being implemented across forces in England and Wales. In the recently published Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy, the Home Office committed to working with the National Centre for Violence Against Women and Girls and Public Protection and the Independent Office for Police Conduct to create a clearer, more consistent framework for police and other agencies to improve implementation of the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme and to explore the potential to expand the Scheme to other forms of violence against women and girls. The National Centre for Violence Against Women and Girls and Public Protection is working closely with two academics to carry out studies on the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme. The outcomes of these studies will play a critical role in shaping the changes and improvements we plan to introduce to strengthen the Scheme. The Home Office is also working to develop and roll out a digital tool to support the police to make better decisions when disclosing information. |
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Family Courts: Access
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Thursday 28th May 2026 Question to the Ministry of Justice: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, with reference to Surrey Safeguarding Children Partnership's report entitled Child Safeguarding Practice Review: Sara Sharif, published on 13 November 2025, whether his Department plans to review the accessibility of family courts. Answered by Catherine Atkinson - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Justice) What happened to Sara Sharif was a tragedy. Whilst Sara’s father and stepmother are rightly serving life sentences for their appalling crimes, it is clear that our response must not stop there. We recognise the challenges raised by the Local Child Safeguarding Practice Review. The Ministry of Justice is working with partners across the family justice system to enable the Family Courts to deliver the right outcomes for children. A key element of this Government’s reform of private law children cases is the national rollout of the Child Focused Courts model in certain private law proceedings relating to children. The model improves coordination between the Family Court and agencies, including local authorities and the police, particularly in cases involving domestic abuse. The model frontloads information gathering and risk assessment through the introduction of the Child Impact Report which presents an assessment of issues through engagement with the parties, the children, and relevant agencies. |
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Wednesday 10th June Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2026 Risk of AI chatbots to children 12 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses concern on the rising prevalence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chatbots incorporated into social media for children; highlights that children have difficulty distinguishing between human and chatbot and so are uniquely vulnerable to addictive and harmful algorithms, which pose a mental health threat; acknowledges that psychiatrists and … |
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Wednesday 10th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th June 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) That this House is deeply troubled by the Department for Transport’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s plans to cut Coastguard volunteers’ remuneration; notes with concern the significant support these services provide not only during peak tourist seasons, when visitors may be unfamiliar with local conditions and face heightened risks, but also … |
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Tuesday 9th June Will Forster signed this EDM 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 Will Forster signed this EDM 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 Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2026 Palestinian children in Israeli military detention 16 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham) That this House notes with concern that Israeli forces continue to arrest, detain and try several hundred Palestinian children in the Israeli military court and detention system each year despite evidence that that process violates international law; highlights that Israel regularly prosecutes Palestinian children in military courts which lack fundamental … |
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Tuesday 9th June Will Forster 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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Monday 8th June Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 11 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates the eleventh consecutive National Fish and Chip Day on 5 June 2026, which champions the role that fish and chip shops play at the heart of communities, many of which remain cherished, family-run businesses; notes with concern the severe financial pressures facing the sector, including soaring … |
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Monday 8th June Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House wishes the England men's football team every success in the FIFA World Cup 2026; recognises the significance of the World Cup as the pinnacle of international football and one of the world's most celebrated sporting events; celebrates the pride, excitement and sense of national unity that the … |
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Monday 8th June Will Forster 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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Monday 8th June Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance 10 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House pays tribute to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance for its outstanding work delivering lifesaving pre-hospital critical care across the region; notes that the charity responded to a record 2,593 emergencies in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of increasing demand for its services; further … |
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Monday 8th June Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House commends the invaluable and life-saving work being carried out by both Clarissa’s Campaign and Cardiac Risk in the Young; welcomes the major research paper produced by researchers based City St George's, University of London and St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; notes their call for repeat … |
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Monday 8th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th June 2026 Social Care and Community Integrated Care’s Unfair to Care Report 2026 11 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House acknowledges that more urgent action is needed to support social care in this country, that social care affects us all and that without truly fixing social care we won’t succeed in fixing healthcare; notes with concern and alarm that the Government’s Health Bill does not include any … |
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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th June 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates World Cider Day on 3rd June and recognises the important contribution made by the UK’s 450 cider makers, supporting 65,000 jobs, contributing almost £2.7 billion to the UK economy and sustaining rural communities across agriculture, production and hospitality; notes that more than 98% of apple cider … |
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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th June 2026 50th anniversary of Leatherhead and Dorking Gymnastics Club 5 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House congratulates Leatherhead and Dorking Gymnastics Club on their 50th anniversary; recognises the tireless work of its founder and president Margaret Miler; thanks everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes for their brilliant work, all the staff including the chairman, the management team, the administration team, the head … |
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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th June 2026 National Fish and Chip Day 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2026, which marks the 11th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging, … |
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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th 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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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th 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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Wednesday 3rd June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th June 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026) Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House expresses deep concern at the sharp rise in youth unemployment in Wales; notes that the youth unemployment rate in Wales has increased to 16.3 per cent, with 32,800 young people currently unemployed; further notes that youth unemployment in Wales has risen significantly faster than elsewhere in the … |
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Thursday 4th June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th 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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Wednesday 3rd June Will Forster signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2026 Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk 16 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk, A Well-Adapted UK; is alarmed that, by 2050, 92% of homes could be at risk of overheating, peak river flows could rise by up to 45%, annual flood damage … |
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Wednesday 3rd June Will Forster 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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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd 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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Tuesday 2nd June Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo 36 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House notes with grave concern the recent declaration of a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in the Democratic Republic of Congo following 904 suspected cases and 119 suspected deaths from Ebola for which there is currently no vaccine or effective treatment; … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme 36 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East) That this House commemorates the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme on 1 July 2026; remembers all those who fought and lost their lives during one of the most significant and tragic battles of the First World War; recognises the immense contribution and sacrifice made by soldiers from … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 15 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House recognises and celebrates Devon Day on 4 June 2026; notes the significance of this date as the feast day of St Petroc, one of Devon’s patron saints; celebrates the county’s rich heritage, distinct identity and outstanding natural beauty, from Dartmoor and Exmoor to the Jurassic Coast; acknowledges … |
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Tuesday 2nd June Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 58 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House condemns the Government’s continued refusal to provide any compensation to women affected by changes to the state pension age, turning its back on millions of pension-age women who were harmed through no fault of their own; regrets Ministers’ decisions to effectively ignore the recommendations of the independent … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Future of Cumbria Constabulary 10 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes with concern that the King’s Speech has confirmed that the Government intends to proceed with plans to restructure police forces including the likely merger of Cumbria Constabulary with other police forces across the North of England; further notes that such a merger risks resulting in police … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Attack on the hon. Member for Poole's constituency office 12 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole) That this House expresses its heartfelt gratitude and thanks to everyone at Vanilla Hair and Beauty Salon for their kindness and assistance in supporting staff following an attack on the hon. Member for Poole’s constituency office; and recognises the swift action taken by the police to assist and deal with … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Enhertu for metastatic breast cancer patients 16 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham) That this House recognises the recent changes to NICE’s cost effectiveness threshold, which could facilitate better access to new medicines; expresses concern that Enhertu, a treatment for people with incurable HER2-low metastatic breast cancer, remains unavailable to patients on the NHS in England; welcomes Breast Cancer Now's Enhertu Now campaign, … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Ely Area Capacity Enhancement Scheme 7 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House supports the Ely Area Capacity Enhancement Scheme, which would upgrade the vital Ely North Rail Junction to add more capacity to the rail network for both passenger services and rail freight; notes that it would remove 98,000 lorry journeys and create 277,000 more passenger journeys each year … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 17 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House appreciates the contribution made by trained doctors to the NHS; understands the importance of prioritising UK medical students in NHS Foundation training programmes that is set out in the Medical Training Prioritisation Act; notes the injustice of medical students training at the Queen Mary University of London … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Olly Glover (Liberal Democrat - Didcot and Wantage) That this House regrets the continued delay to the introduction of passenger services between Oxford and Milton Keynes; notes that while the railway has successfully been running freight and charter trains, passenger services are still nowhere to be seen; further notes that passenger services were the principle reason for the … |
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Monday 1st June Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor 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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Thursday 21st May Will Forster signed this EDM on Monday 1st 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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Thursday 21st May Will Forster signed this EDM 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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Thursday 21st May Will Forster signed this EDM on Monday 1st 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 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 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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Wednesday 20th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Fundraising by Albie Lavallee for the National Autistic Society 17 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House celebrates five-year-old Albert ‘Albie’ Lavallee who climbed the equivalent height of The Shard to raise awareness and funds for autism; commends his courage and determination; notes that he raised £1500 in support of the National Autistic Society; and acknowledges that more must be done to support awareness, … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House celebrates reports that renewable energy overtook coal as the world's leading energy source in the first half of 2025; notes that solar and wind power have met and outpaced new global energy demand, supporting economic growth and energy security; highlights that solar energy in particular was key … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House believes the publication of the Warm Homes Plan in January 2026 was a welcome step after long delays from the Government; condemns that delays meant vulnerable households were left without the anticipated support to upgrade homes and cut energy bills in winter 2024-25, and again for winter … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House condemns proposals to scrap the Climate Change Act 2008 and upend the scientific and political consensus on the need to tackle climate change; understands that meeting the UK’s legally binding net zero target by 2050 is our best chance to limit warming to 1.5°C and avoid the … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 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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Tuesday 19th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 30 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House condemns the Knesset’s decision to approve its Penal Law in March 2026, which expands the use of the death penalty in both military and civilian courts; recognises that the law’s provisions will de facto apply exclusively to Palestinians; affirms that discriminating against Palestinians is inhumane and contravenes … |
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Tuesday 19th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 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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Tuesday 19th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 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 Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 19 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House honours Scott Hastings, recognising his exceptional contribution to Scottish rugby, particularly his role in Scotland’s historic 1990 Grand Slam victory, both as a distinguished Scotland international and British and Irish Lion, and as a respected broadcaster and ambassador for the sport; acknowledges his courage and advocacy in … |
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Tuesday 19th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates Nature Friendly Farming Week, taking place from Monday 18 until Sunday 24 May; notes that this week is the Nature Friendly Farming Network’s annual celebration to recognising the invaluable efforts of farmers who work in harmony with nature; recognises this year’s theme, solutions for climate and … |
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Tuesday 19th May Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st May 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026) Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House believes that successive UK Governments have failed to provide Wales with the full range of devolved powers necessary to build a thriving economy, reduce poverty, and create sustainable and healthy communities; notes that successive commissions and reports have recommended the devolution of further powers from Westminster to … |
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Wednesday 20th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 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 Will Forster 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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Wednesday 20th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary measures agreement 30 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to negotiate a new UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement as part of efforts to improve relations with the European Union; notes with concern, however, that negotiations have so far lacked the urgency and ambition needed to deliver meaningful economic benefits for British … |
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Wednesday 20th May Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st May 2026 10 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House congratulates Walton and Hersham Football Club on winning the Southern League Premier Division South title and securing promotion to the National League South for the first time in the club's history; notes that the club has achieved four promotions in six seasons; further notes that this is … |
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Wednesday 20th May Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st May 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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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Nuclear Regulatory Review and habitats regulations 26 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House recognises the overwhelming public support for nature and understands that restoring the natural environment is critical to public health and a strong, sustainable and resilient economy; expresses concern that recommendations in the Nuclear Regulatory Review may weaken habitats regulations and undermine legal protections for our most important … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 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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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Retirement leasehold service charges and exit fees 21 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House expresses concern at rising and unpredictable service charges in retirement leasehold properties, which disproportionately affect older people, people on lower incomes and those on fixed incomes; notes concerns that many buyers are not provided with clear or realistic information about long-term service charge liabilities before signing leases, … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Northern Powerhouse Rail and Wales 8 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House notes with concern the classification of Northern Powerhouse Rail as an England and Wales project despite no part of the route being located in Wales; further notes that this follows similar classifications for HS2 and East-West Rail, which have resulted in Wales not receiving consequential funding for … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi) 9 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 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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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Acquired Brain Injury Week 2026 21 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House marks Action for Brain Injury Week, 18-24 May, to raise awareness and understanding of brain injury; welcomes this year’s We see you campaign focused on isolation and loneliness, a common outcome for many brain injury survivors; recognises Headway UK’s survey of survivors and carers which found that … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st May 2026 UK Government Budget and structural investment in Wales 6 signatures (Most recent: 21 May 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House expresses profound concern that the UK Government’s 2025 Autumn Budget fails to deliver the structural reforms and investment necessary to meet Wales’s long-term economic and social needs; regrets in particular that the Budget did not include the devolution of the Crown Estate in Wales, despite strong cross-party … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Visas and access to education for Ukrainian refugee children 25 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House expresses serious concern about the detrimental impact of short-term visas granted under the Ukraine Sponsorship and Ukraine Family Schemes on the education and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children in the UK; notes the case of a Year 9 student living in south Cambridgeshire, whose limited 18-month visa … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Online abuse and exploitation of Ukrainian refugees 30 signatures (Most recent: 8 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Stability for Ukrainian refugees in the UK 22 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House believes that Ukrainian refugees fleeing war must be treated with compassion in the UK; recognises that the war in Ukraine still wages on, more than three years after Putin first invaded; notes with concern recent reports that some Ukrainian refugees have faced losing their homes and jobs … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st 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 Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 1 Jun 2026) Tabled by: Rachel Gilmour (Liberal Democrat - Tiverton and Minehead) That this House honours the life of the late, great Scott Hastings; celebrates his distinguished contribution to rugby, including a legacy of 65 caps for his native Scotland and two British and Irish Lions tours; recognises that watching the Hastings brothers represent their country together was a rare and memorable … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 UNESCO World Heritage status for chalk streams in England 32 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 UK-US Trade Deal and animal welfare and farming 29 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House notes with concern the announcement on 8 May 2025 of the UK-US Trade Deal which significantly expands tariff-free access for US beef exports from 1,000 to 13,000 tonnes annually; further notes that while the Government has stated that sanitary and phytosanitary standards must be maintained, the deal … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Climate Change Committee's seventh Carbon Budget 24 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House recognises the Climate Change Committee (CCC)’s seventh carbon budget as a clear pathway to UK energy security, protecting families and businesses from volatile fossil fuel prices controlled by authoritarian regimes; is deeply concerned by the CCC's findings that the UK has deliverable plans for only a third … |
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Monday 18th May Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 21st May 2026 Fracking moratorium and onshore fossil fuel exploration 17 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House welcomes the Government’s continued commitment to the fracking moratorium, but expresses concern that current legislation defines hydraulic fracturing only by high fluid volume thresholds, excluding lower-volume techniques such as proppant squeeze which have previously caused seismic events, including at Preston New Road in Lancashire; notes that such … |
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Wednesday 27th May 2026
Report - 1st Report - Pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee Found: Keynes North) Mr Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat; Newbury) Maya Ellis (Labour; Ribble Valley) Mr Will Forster |
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Wednesday 27th May 2026
Report - Large Print - 1st Report - Pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee Found: Keynes North) Mr Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat; Newbury) Maya Ellis (Labour; Ribble Valley) Mr Will Forster |
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Friday 22nd May 2026
Attendance statistics - Members' attendance 2024–26 (Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee) Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee Found: of 57 (61.4%) Maya Ellis (Labour, Ribble Valley) (added 21 Oct 2024) 39 of 57 (68.4%) Mr Will Forster |
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Tuesday 19th May 2026
Oral Evidence - 2026-05-19 10:00:00+01:00 Modernising Elections - Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee Found: meeting Members present: Florence Eshalomi (Chair); Lewis Cocking; Andrew Cooper; Mr Lee Dillon; Mr Will Forster |