Early Day Motion
10,000th Robotic Procedure at Royal Surrey County Hospital
(12 Signatures)
1 Dec 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates the Royal Surrey County Hospital on completing its 10,000th robotic procedure since the technology was first introduced at the hospital in 2009; recognises the significance of this major milestone in terms of supporting thousands of patients undergoing cancer surgery, improving clinical outcomes and significantly reducing hospital …
Early Day Motion
Surrey Youth Focus
(12 Signatures)
1 Dec 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House expresses regret at the announcement that Surrey Youth Focus will close at the end of 2025; recognises their important work since 2011, bringing charities, children’s and youth organisations, and the public sector together and supporting them to improve the lives of children, young people and families; and …
Early Day Motion
110 years of the Women's Institute
(33 Signatures)
18 Nov 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates the Women’s Institute on 110 years since its formation in 1915; recognises its position as one of the oldest and largest women's organisations and the important role it plays in inspiring women from all over England, Wales and The Islands to be active citizens who care …
Early Day Motion
Local government and social care
(49 Signatures)
3 Nov 2025
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; …
Early Day Motion
50 years of Cheesman Brothers, Guildford
(11 Signatures)
22 Oct 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates Cheesman Brothers Limited in Guildford on 50 years of business; notes they are a family-run fruit and vegetable wholesaler and that the sibling leadership team, Martin, Claire and Matthew, have been involved for 30 years; and recognises their long history of generous support for local charitable …
Early Day Motion
Dose of Nature
(13 Signatures)
16 Jul 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House recognises the work of Dose of Nature, a charity based in Guildford and Richmond, which improves mental health through supported access to natural environments; congratulates them on the recent opening of their new community garden in Guildford, opened in conjunction with Natural Trust and RHS Wisley; notes …
Early Day Motion
FareShare Sussex and Surrey
(15 Signatures)
15 Jul 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House commends the work of FareShare Sussex and Surrey in tackling hunger and food waste across Surrey and Sussex; recognises the redistribution of 2,560 tonnes of surplus food to the region, helping 28,500 vulnerable people each week and saving charities £16.5m annually in food costs; celebrates the one …
Early Day Motion
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
(8 Signatures)
23 Jun 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust on being rated outstanding for leadership in its latest report from the Care Quality Commission; commends chief executive Louise Stead and her senior team for delivering clear strategic direction, compassionate leadership, and a strong culture of staff engagement and improvement; notes …
Early Day Motion
Surrey Search and Rescue
(18 Signatures)
5 Jun 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House recognises Surrey Search and Rescue for their invaluable voluntary work in assisting the emergency services to find missing vulnerable adults and children; acknowledges their 24/7 commitment to supporting those in need; commends their team of over 80 people and search dogs for their tireless efforts to keep …
Early Day Motion
40th anniversary of Surrey Research Park
(9 Signatures)
2 Jun 2025
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of Surrey Research Park, a pioneering community of innovation and technological advancement operated by the University of Surrey; recognises its ongoing role in fostering collaboration between academia and industry since it was established by the University of Surrey in 1985; further highlights its …