Information between 20th October 2026 - 30th October 2026
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20 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Will Forster was Teller for the Ayes and against the House Tally: Ayes - 184 Noes - 330 |
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20 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Will Forster voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 179 Noes - 336 |
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20 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Will Forster voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 176 Noes - 329 |
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20 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Will Forster voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 60 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 330 Noes - 178 |
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21 Oct 2026 - Railways - View Vote Context Will Forster voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 345 Noes - 108 |
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21 Oct 2026 - Support for Farmers - View Vote Context Will Forster was Teller for the Ayes and against the House Tally: Ayes - 57 Noes - 279 |
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21 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland - View Vote Context Will Forster voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 52 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 345 Noes - 108 |
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Will Forster speeches from: Building Safety (Remediation of Unsafe Cladding etc) Bill
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (866 words) 2nd reading Tuesday 27th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Will Forster speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (57 words) Monday 26th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Home Office |
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Will Forster speeches from: Civil Service Pensions
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (95 words) Monday 26th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Will Forster speeches from: Rough Sleeping and Good Growth Funds
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (69 words) Monday 26th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Will Forster speeches from: Heathrow Airport Expansion
Will Forster contributed 1 speech (374 words) Tuesday 20th October 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Housing: Scotland
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 28th October 2026 Question to the Scotland Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what recent discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on levels of housebuilding in Scotland. Answered by Melanie Ward - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Scotland Office) My officials regularly engage with the Scottish Government on a range of matters to exchange learning and share best practice. Housing and planning are devolved matters, so responsibility for housebuilding policy in Scotland rests with the Scottish Government. Of particular concern is the increasing number of children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland. And whereas our Prime Minister is determined to end rough sleeping, in Scotland it is on the rise: homelessness charities say this should be a wake-up call for the Scottish Government - and they are right. |
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Rented Housing: Homelessness
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Tuesday 27th October 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 she is taking to increase access to a) social b) private rented homes for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Answered by Florence Eshalomi - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) Our National Plan to End Homelessness will drive long-term sustainable change to address the root causes of homelessness, including housing availability and affordability.
In the Plan, the Government committed to reviewing statutory guidance on social housing allocations in England to ensure it supports wider social housing and homelessness objectives. Work is underway with stakeholders and we will publish updated guidance for consultation next year. In addition, we are legislating through the Social Housing Bill to enable councils to refer a homeless household to a private registered provider of social housing to be offered housing unless the private provider has a good reason not to do so. This is delivering on another commitment made in National Plan to End Homelessness. Finally, we have delivered the biggest boost to grant funding in recent memory through our new 10-year £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme with a core objective to maximise supply, particularly of Social Rent homes.
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 came into force on 1 May 2026 and strengthens tenants’ rights. The Act ends unfair bidding wars, prevents landlords from demanding large amounts of rent in advance, and tackles rental discrimination. It also bans Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions and provides stronger powers for tenants to challenge excessive rent hikes. |
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Housing First
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Tuesday 27th October 2026 Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether there will be any a) preference b) requirement for local authorities to deliver Housing First programmes as part of the Rough Sleeping Programme. Answered by Florence Eshalomi - Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) As set out in the programme guidance for the Rough Sleeping Programme, local areas (including both Mayoral Strategic Authorities and local authorities) will have flexibility to design both the support and accommodation offer to meet the needs of their area.
For the settled accommodation part of the programme, areas should deliver housing with wraparound support that is suitable for people who have experienced long-term rough sleeping and may experience multiple disadvantage. This may include, but is not limited to, a Housing First approach, which evidence has shown can transform the lives of people with complex needs. |
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Video Games: Advertising
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, and what recent steps she is taking to monitor where non-compliance and abuse of UK advertising codes persist in the video game sector. Answered by Ian Murray - Minister of State (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is the independent regulator responsible for regulating advertising in the UK, through codes set by the Committees of Advertising Practice (CAP) and Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP). The Government is not involved in these codes, nor in the investigations and enforcement delivered by the ASA. The CAP code, which applies to in-app and in-game adverts if they are directly connected with the supply of goods, services, opportunities or prizes, includes specific rules intended to protect consumers from misleading marketing communications. If advertising includes the omission, exaggeration, or ambiguous presentation of information, it can be considered misleading.
The Government welcomes action the ASA has taken to ensure compliance with the advertising codes in the video game sector. In particular, we welcome action to ensure consumers are not misled on the presence of loot boxes in video games. In February, the ASA published an Enforcement Notice confirming that loot boxes must be clearly disclosed on app store pages which are accessible to UK audiences, even when the video game developer is not based in the UK. This action will help to ensure that parents and players are able to make informed choices about the games they purchase or download.
The Government fully supports the stance set out in this enforcement notice and expects the industry to be aware of, and comply with, these disclosure requirements and the wider codes.
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Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Packaging
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Monday 26th October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many responses to her Department’s consultation on Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display, which closed on 2 October 2026, referred to cigars. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) As per standard practice, full details of the responses to the Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display consultation, launched on 10 July 2026, will be published in due course alongside the Government’s response to this consultation. |
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Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Packaging
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Monday 26th October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many responses her Department has received to its consultation on Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display, which closed on 2 October 2026. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) As per standard practice, full details of the responses to the Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display consultation, launched on 10 July 2026, will be published in due course alongside the Government’s response to this consultation. |
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Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Packaging
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Monday 26th October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many responses to her Department’s consultation on Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display, which closed on 2 October 2026, (a) opposed and (b) supported the Government’s proposals for further restrictions on the packaging, appearance and display of cigars. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) As per standard practice, full details of the responses to the Tobacco and Vapes: packaging, appearance and display consultation, launched on 10 July 2026, will be published in due course alongside the Government’s response to this consultation. |
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Endometriosis: Diagnosis
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what was the average time from first presentation to diagnosis of endometriosis in each of the last five years, broken down by integrated care board area. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) I refer the Hon. Member to the answer provided on 8 September in response to Question 24917 on the action the Government is taking to improve endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and the development of a pelvic pain pathway. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) updated its guideline on the diagnosis and management of endometriosis in November 2024, recommending a range of options for individualised pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and surgical care. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73 While data is available on hospital activity and waiting times for gynaecology services, NHS England does not collect data that links the date of a patient's first presentation with symptoms suggestive of endometriosis to the date of confirmed diagnosis. The Department funds research on endometriosis via the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Data on the NIHR’s investment in women’s health research, including endometriosis, is available at the following link: https://nihr.opendatasoft.com/explore/assets/womens-health-curated-portfolio/ |
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Endometriosis: Pain
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of non-surgical pain management programmes for people with endometriosis. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) I refer the Hon. Member to the answer provided on 8 September in response to Question 24917 on the action the Government is taking to improve endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and the development of a pelvic pain pathway. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) updated its guideline on the diagnosis and management of endometriosis in November 2024, recommending a range of options for individualised pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and surgical care. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73 While data is available on hospital activity and waiting times for gynaecology services, NHS England does not collect data that links the date of a patient's first presentation with symptoms suggestive of endometriosis to the date of confirmed diagnosis. The Department funds research on endometriosis via the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Data on the NIHR’s investment in women’s health research, including endometriosis, is available at the following link: https://nihr.opendatasoft.com/explore/assets/womens-health-curated-portfolio/ |
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Endometriosis: Research
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how much funding her Department has allocated to endometriosis research in each of the last five years. Answered by Diana Johnson - Minister of State (Department of Health and Social Care) I refer the Hon. Member to the answer provided on 8 September in response to Question 24917 on the action the Government is taking to improve endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and the development of a pelvic pain pathway. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) updated its guideline on the diagnosis and management of endometriosis in November 2024, recommending a range of options for individualised pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and surgical care. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73 While data is available on hospital activity and waiting times for gynaecology services, NHS England does not collect data that links the date of a patient's first presentation with symptoms suggestive of endometriosis to the date of confirmed diagnosis. The Department funds research on endometriosis via the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Data on the NIHR’s investment in women’s health research, including endometriosis, is available at the following link: https://nihr.opendatasoft.com/explore/assets/womens-health-curated-portfolio/ |
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Video Games: Advertising
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment her Department has made of the effectiveness of the Advertising Standards Authority’s enforcement against misleading and manipulative in-game advertising and pop-up ads in mobile applications. Answered by Ian Murray - Minister of State (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) is the independent regulator responsible for regulating advertising in the UK, through codes set by the Committees of Advertising Practice (CAP) and Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP). The Government is not involved in these codes, nor in the investigations and enforcement delivered by the ASA. The CAP code, which applies to in-app and in-game adverts if they are directly connected with the supply of goods, services, opportunities or prizes, includes specific rules intended to protect consumers from misleading marketing communications. If advertising includes the omission, exaggeration, or ambiguous presentation of information, it can be considered misleading.
The Government welcomes action the ASA has taken to ensure compliance with the advertising codes in the video game sector. In particular, we welcome action to ensure consumers are not misled on the presence of loot boxes in video games. In February, the ASA published an Enforcement Notice confirming that loot boxes must be clearly disclosed on app store pages which are accessible to UK audiences, even when the video game developer is not based in the UK. This action will help to ensure that parents and players are able to make informed choices about the games they purchase or download.
The Government fully supports the stance set out in this enforcement notice and expects the industry to be aware of, and comply with, these disclosure requirements and the wider codes.
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Royal Mail: Working Conditions
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of Royal Mail’s three workers to four frames delivery model on service quality and staff fatigue. Answered by Kate Dearden - Minister of State (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade) The public rightly expects a reliable postal service, and Royal Mail’s performance has been unacceptable for too long. Whilst we welcome the impact the delivery model has had on Q1 2025-26 performance, we are disappointed to see the pause in further roll-out. Royal Mail and the Communication Workers Union must urgently resolve the issues delaying reform. The government will continue to hold Royal Mail to account to secure a sustainable future for the postal service and ensure customers see the improvements they rightly expect. |
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Postal Services: Standards
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, whether he has made an impact assessment of Royal Mail’s new delivery model. Answered by Kate Dearden - Minister of State (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade) The public rightly expects a reliable postal service, and Royal Mail’s performance has been unacceptable for too long. Whilst we welcome the impact the delivery model has had on Q1 2025-26 performance, we are disappointed to see the pause in further roll-out. Royal Mail and the Communication Workers Union must urgently resolve the issues delaying reform. The government will continue to hold Royal Mail to account to secure a sustainable future for the postal service and ensure customers see the improvements they rightly expect. |
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Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: Written Questions
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, if he will take steps to respond to the Question of UIN 18923, tabled on 14 July 2026. Answered by Kate Dearden - Minister of State (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade) With sincere apologies to the member for the delay in a response, there was an administrative error during the machinery of government changes, and these questions were not appropriately transferred to the newly established Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade system. I can confirm a response was published on 21 October 2026 and I thank the member for bringing this to my attention. |
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Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: Written Questions
Asked by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) Wednesday 21st October 2026 Question to the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, when he plans to respond to the Question of UIN 18922, tabled on 14 July 2026. Answered by Kate Dearden - Minister of State (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade) With sincere apologies to the member for the delay in a response, there was an administrative error during the machinery of government changes, and these questions were not appropriately transferred to the newly established Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade system. I can confirm a response was published on 21 October 2026 and I thank the member for bringing this to my attention. |
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Wednesday 28th October Surrey devolution agreement and the Budget 6 signatures (Most recent: 2 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House is concerned to read in the Autumn Budget 2026 that the Government is in the final stages of agreeing a new devolution agreement with Surrey, before hon. Members have been consulted and any local authority has voted on any devolution agreement; notes the Government previously said they … |
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Thursday 12th November Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 12 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne) That this House believes that people do not have to be White to be English. |
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Monday 2nd November Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2026 Appointment of Russian diplomat to lead United Nations' mine-action work 32 signatures (Most recent: 10 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House expresses serious concern at the appointment of a Russian diplomat to lead the UN's mine-action work, given Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine and the devastating legacy of landmines and unexploded ordnance; notes that Ukraine is among the most mine-contaminated countries in the world following years of Russian … |
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Monday 2nd November Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 10 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House celebrates One Health Day on 3 November 2026 and recognises the importance of the One Health approach in improving human, animal and environmental health; notes that the health of people, animals and the environment is interconnected and that a One Health approach can strengthen disease surveillance and … |
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Tuesday 3rd November Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026) Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House recognises the enormous debt owed to those who serve, or have served, in the British Armed Forces, and the sacrifices they have made to keep the country safe; notes that the transition from military to civilian life remains inadequately supported; is concerned that both the previous Government … |
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Tuesday 3rd November Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2026 Military Homes Standard for Single Living Accommodation 23 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House welcomes the Liberal Democrat amendment to the Armed Forces Bill which would establish a legally binding Military Homes Standard for Single Living Accommodation (SLA); recognises that this amendment would require the Secretary of State for Defence to ensure that military SLA does not fall below the Decent … |
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Wednesday 4th November Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th November 2026 33 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House believes that England should be the safest country in the world to have a baby; notes the shocking findings of recent investigations into NHS maternity services; further notes that injuries and deaths in maternity have risen; further believes the current state of maternity units across the country … |
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Wednesday 4th November Will Forster signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2026 Knockin Telescope and the e-MERLIN Network 14 signatures (Most recent: 10 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House expresses deep concern at the cuts to UKRI funding projected to lead to the closure of the Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank and the e-MERLIN Network, including North Shropshire’s Knockin telescope; notes the extraordinary resolution capabilities that Knockin’s position in the array enables, as well as the … |
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Wednesday 4th November Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th November 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House expresses dismay that corridor care has become normalised in NHS hospitals; notes the harm caused to patients from receiving care in inappropriate settings; believes every patient has a right to privacy and dignity; further notes that over 15,000 deaths were associated with long A&E waits in 2025; … |
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Wednesday 28th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2026 Epsom Symphony Orchestra 75th anniversary 4 signatures (Most recent: 2 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House congratulates Epsom Symphony Orchestra on its 75th anniversary; celebrates their long history of being committed to delivering a high-standard and diverse variety of music for their audience; thanks all those who work tirelessly behind the scenes, both past and present, including the instrumentalists, musical directors, conductors, and … |
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Wednesday 28th October Will Forster signed this EDM on Monday 2nd November 2026 LGBT+ rights in the Commonwealth 22 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall) That this House notes that the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting is set to take place in St John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, from 1 to 4 November 2026; recognises the value of the Commonwealth to the United Kingdom through its diplomatic, educational, sporting, cultural and family ties; further notes that … |
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Wednesday 28th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2026 5 signatures (Most recent: 2 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House notes the pressure on the current site of Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital caused by delays to its rebuild; further notes that the cost of maintaining the ageing estate continues to rise, with the repair backlog now standing at £52,931,195 and construction of the new hospital not … |
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Thursday 29th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2026 Delivery of Budget 2026 through property tax systems 26 signatures (Most recent: 3 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans) That this House notes that many announcements in Budget 2026 are predicated on out-of-date property tax systems and that the Government’s Household Energy Payment will be distributed through the outdated council tax system, resulting in 1.4 million low-income households being excluded while channelling payments to some high income individuals; further … |
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Thursday 29th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2026 Microplastic filters for washing machines 16 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House notes that microplastics are increasingly prevalent in the environment and that microfibres shed from synthetic clothing during laundering are a common form of microplastic; further notes a recent study has estimated that up to 87,165 tonnes of microfibres are discharged from domestic washing machines in the UK … |
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Thursday 22nd October Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 10 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House expresses deep concern over the chaotic opening of the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 application window on 22 September 2026; notes that the budget was exhausted within hours; recognises that the window followed 18 months without new schemes and coincided with expiring 2023 SFI, Mid Tier and Higher … |
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Thursday 22nd October Will Forster signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2026 Application of Extended Producer Responsibility 14 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House recognises the importance of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in reducing packaging waste, tackling plastic pollution and increasing recycling rates; supports the principle that producers should pay for the packaging they place on the market; notes, however, that many businesses are not complying with their responsibilities; underlines that … |
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Tuesday 27th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th October 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 4 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House celebrates the outstanding efforts of Harry Kane, captain of the England men’s football team; recognises him as one of this country’s greatest footballers; further celebrates him being awarded the 2026 Ballon d’Or, the first British footballer for 25 years, making him officially the world’s best footballer; also … |
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Tuesday 27th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th October 2026 Phil Simms' contribution to Henley Standard 4 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame) That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of Phil Simms, Editor of the Henley Standard, dedicating 19 years of service to the local newspaper, having joined the publication as a reporter in 2008; notes his leadership in championing local journalism and holding public bodies to account; commends his successful Save … |
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Tuesday 27th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th October 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 10 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises the disproportionately high fuel costs faced by rural communities, where reliance on cars is often unavoidable due to limited public transport; supports the Rural Fuel Duty Relief Scheme in reducing prices at the pump; notes that only one postcode in the whole of Cumbria currently qualifies … |
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Tuesday 20th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd October 2026 Oil and chemical spills at sea 21 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House expresses concern that between 2011 and 2015 over 2,200 tonnes of oil and over 7,000 tonnes of chemicals were polluted into our seas by UK oil and gas operations; recognises the harms caused to a wide range of marine life from commercial fish stocks to threatened harbour … |
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Monday 19th October Will Forster signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 11 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with grave concern that on 19 October 2026 the first round of bidding for construction tenders covering 1,234 housing units in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank will close, with bidding for the remaining 2,167 units running from 25 October to 21 December 2026; … |
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Tuesday 20th October Will Forster signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd October 2026 10th anniversary of the Co-op Local Community Fund 10 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House congratulates the Co-op Local Community Fund on its 10th anniversary; recognises the important contribution that the Fund has made to community organisations and local causes over the past decade; commends the thousands of Co-op members who have chosen to support local causes through their membership; celebrates the … |
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26 Oct 2026, 5:29 p.m. - House of Commons " Will Forster The Deputy Speaker The Prime Minister has said that the wider society, especially the " Mr Will Forster MP (Woking, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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27 Oct 2026, 5:38 p.m. - House of Commons "bill, is what the government is doing to. >> Will Forster. >> Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. " Katie Lam MP (Weald of Kent, Conservative) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 Oct 2026, 7:22 p.m. - House of Commons "I of the contrary, no. know Tellers for the ayes or Will Forster and Bobby Dean Tellers for the noes. " Division - View Video - View Transcript |
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Thursday 19th November 2026 9:30 a.m. Cabinet Office Oral questions - Main Chamber Subject: Cabinet Office (including Topical Questions) Paul Davies: How experts for the Public Control Taskforce will be recruited. Patrick Spencer: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Jon Pearce: What steps her Department has taken to tackle issues impacting the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Darren Paffey: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Adrian Ramsay: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to prepare for risks to national resilience from El Niño. Josh Dean: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Graeme Downie: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve resilience to cyber attacks. Bob Blackman: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Callum Anderson: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Gregory Stafford: What steps her Department plans to take in response to Capita not meeting June and August deadlines for clearing the backlog of Civil Service Pension Scheme cases. Matt Turmaine: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help prevent cyber attacks affecting food supply chains. Jon Pearce: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Helen Morgan: What assessment she has made with Cabinet colleagues of the adequacy of the resilience of the UK's digital infrastructure. Perran Moon: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Danny Beales: What recent progress the Cost of Living Taskforce has made. Peter Swallow: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Danny Beales: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Shivani Raja: What assessment she has made of the potential merits of reducing the size of the Civil Service. Joe Morris: What steps her Department is taking to support the insourcing of public services. Deirdre Costigan: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Euan Stainbank: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to prepare for the commencement of Procurement Policy Note 026. David Davis: What steps she is taking to ensure the accountability of Capita for its performance in the administration of the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Will Forster: What estimate her Department has made of the length of time for Capita to clear outstanding Civil Service Pension Scheme cases. John Milne: What progress her Department has made on implementing UK-EU summit agreements. Kirith Entwistle: What steps her Department has taken to tackle issues impacting the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Siân Berry: What steps she is taking to support pensioners impacted by Capita's management of the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Tessa Munt: What steps she is taking to improve national resilience. Shockat Adam: What assessment she has made of the potential merits of insourcing administration of the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Andy McDonald: What recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of industrial relations in the Civil Service. Kevin Bonavia: What steps her Department is taking to improve national security. Douglas McAllister: What steps her Department is taking to improve preparedness for civil emergencies. Desmond Swayne: What recent discussions she has had with her EU counterparts on the future EU-UK relationship. Lloyd Hatton: What steps she is taking to support civil servants and bereaved family members to access Civil Service pensions. Alex Sobel: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to prepare for the potential impact of El Niño on national resilience. Elaine Stewart: What steps her Department is taking to support devolution. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Monday 16th November 2026 2:30 p.m. Department for Education Oral questions - Main Chamber Subject: Education (including Topical Questions) Will Forster: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Catherine Atkinson: What progress her Department has made on expanding technical and vocational education pathways for young people. Joe Powell: What steps she is taking to introduce a Ukrainian GCSE. Chris Hinchliff: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Nadia Whittome: What progress her Department has made on reforming the SEND system. Andrew Cooper: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Josh Babarinde: Whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of reviewing the adequacy of the law on parental responsibility. Josh Fenton-Glynn: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Ruth Cadbury: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Lauren Edwards: What steps her Department is taking to respond to the Children's Commissioner for England's report entitled The Childhood Lottery: The hardest places to grow up in England, published in October 2026. Nadia Whittome: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Alan Strickland: What progress her Department has made in expanding technical and vocational education pathways for young people. Gavin Williamson: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Greg Smith: Whether she plans to provide additional funding for special schools. Pam Cox: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Pam Cox: What progress her Department has made in expanding technical and vocational education pathways for young people. John Whitby: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. David Williams: What discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on introducing a statutory requirement for local authorities and integrated care boards to jointly commission SEND services. Sarah Edwards: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to ensure safe and accessible transport to school for pupils. Jerome Mayhew: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Mike Tapp: What steps she is taking to roll out free breakfast clubs. Andrew Ranger: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help reduce the number of young people not in education, employment or training. Alison Hume: What progress her Department has made on the Mission Coastal programme. Alan Gemmell: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support young people into education, training or employment. Calum Miller: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help keep children and young people safe online. Peter Prinsley: What assessment she has made of the adequacy of the National Funding Formula for schools in Suffolk. Hannah Spencer: What assessment she has made of the adequacy of access to free school meals. Sharon Hodgson: What assessment she has made of the potential merits of introducing an automatic enrollment system for free school meals. Julian Smith: If she will include different autism profiles as part of SEND training for school staff in response to the consultation entitled SEND reform: putting children and young people first. Luke Murphy: What progress her Department is making in expanding technical and vocational education pathways for young people. James Naish: What steps she is taking to support young people into university. Richard Baker: What progress her Department has made on introducing a Ukrainian GCSE. Douglas McAllister: What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support young people into education, training or employment. Matt Bishop: What steps her Department is taking to increase the rate at which school buildings are replaced. Toby Perkins: What steps she is taking to support young people with learning disabilities into post-16 education, employment or training. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 10th November 2026 9 a.m. Meeting of Private, Hybrid, Business Committee, 10/11/2026 09.00 - 10.00 View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 3rd November 2026 9 a.m. Meeting of Private, Hybrid, Business Committee, 03/11/2026 09.00 - 10.00 View calendar - Add to calendar |