Information between 6th February 2026 - 8th March 2026
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11 Feb 2026 - Local Government Finance - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 50 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 277 Noes - 143 |
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11 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Richard Foord 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 - 362 Noes - 107 |
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24 Feb 2026 - Online Harm: Child Protection - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 69 Noes - 279 |
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2 Mar 2026 - Representation of the People Bill - View Vote Context Richard Foord voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 105 Noes - 410 |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Healthcare in Rural Areas
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (756 words) Wednesday 4th March 2026 - Westminster Hall Department of Health and Social Care |
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Richard Foord speeches from: NATO and the High Arctic
Richard Foord contributed 2 speeches (143 words) Wednesday 4th March 2026 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Defence |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Spring Forecast
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (94 words) Tuesday 3rd March 2026 - Commons Chamber HM Treasury |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Middle East
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (105 words) Monday 2nd March 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Ukraine
Richard Foord contributed 4 speeches (912 words) Wednesday 25th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Diego Garcia and British Indian Ocean Territory
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (105 words) Wednesday 25th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Banking Hubs: Rural and Post-Industrial Communities
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (58 words) Tuesday 24th February 2026 - Westminster Hall HM Treasury |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Local Transport: Planning Developments
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (584 words) Tuesday 24th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Transport |
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Richard Foord speeches from: UK-EU Agritrade: SPS Agreement
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (138 words) Thursday 12th February 2026 - Westminster Hall |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Rural Mobile Connectivity
Richard Foord contributed 2 speeches (127 words) Thursday 12th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Science, Innovation & Technology |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Pharmacy First: Withholding Payments
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (108 words) Thursday 12th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department of Health and Social Care |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address Motion
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (116 words) Thursday 12th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Local Government Finance
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (583 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Police Grant Report
Richard Foord contributed 2 speeches (128 words) Wednesday 11th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Home Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Independent Water Commission: Final Report
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (67 words) Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Standards in Public Life
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (102 words) Monday 9th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Richard Foord speeches from: Russian Influence on UK Politics and Democracy
Richard Foord contributed 1 speech (105 words) Monday 9th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Cabinet Office |
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Floods: Finance
Asked by: Richard Foord (Liberal Democrat - Honiton and Sidmouth) Monday 9th February 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 his Department is taking to ensure levels of flood recovery funding reflects the cumulative impact of successive named storms on the same communities. Answered by Samantha Dixon - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Housing, Communities and Local Government) In exceptional circumstances, government support may be provided for incidents of severe flooding via the Flood Recovery Framework (Framework). In thinking about activating recovery support the government considers many factors – such as the severity, duration and extent of reported impacts which will take account of recent events. The Framework was last activated following Storms Babet in October 2023 and Henk in January 2024, when more than 8,500 homes and businesses were impacted across England. |
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Wednesday 18th March Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 19th March 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 19 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with grave concern Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu’s unilateral military action against Iran; expresses its horror at how Iran’s reckless response has engulfed the wider Middle East in this war; believes that multilateralism, diplomacy, and the use of economic levers are the only legitimate and sustainable … |
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Wednesday 25th February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 19th March 2026 Dual nationals without British passports 31 signatures (Most recent: 19 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking) That this House notes with concern the impact of the new immigration requirements effective from 25 February 2026 on dual British nationals, who will be required to present either a valid British passport or a Certificate of Entitlement attached to their non-UK passport to avoid delays at the UK border; … |
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Wednesday 11th March Richard Foord signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2026 56 signatures (Most recent: 19 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes with concern the sudden and severe rise in heating oil prices as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with prices almost trebling in a week; recognises that around a third of rural households rely on oil-fired heating and already face higher levels … |
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Monday 2nd March Richard Foord signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 43 signatures (Most recent: 20 Mar 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 2nd March Richard Foord signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Funding for rural fire and rescue services 34 signatures (Most recent: 19 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House recognises the outstanding and lifesaving work by Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service and fire services across the United Kingdom; notes with concern the proposed closure of Charmouth and Maiden Newton Fire Stations in West Dorset; further notes that the proposals are driven by sustained central … |
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Monday 2nd March Richard Foord signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Conduct of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care 31 signatures (Most recent: 16 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House censures the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care over his failure to review the decision to grant the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) contract to Palantir; urges him to make a statement before the House setting out the precise timelines and details of how the … |
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Monday 23rd February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 10 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House congratulates the 1st Ram Hill Scout Group in Coalpit Heath on its successful launch in September 2024; notes that the group is already thriving with a full range of sections including Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts; further notes the significant demand for scouting in the local area … |
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Monday 23rd February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2026 Girlguiding Bristol and South Gloucestershire 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House celebrates the remarkable history and enduring contribution of Girlguiding Bristol and South Gloucestershire to the lives of girls and young women; pays tribute to the thousands of dedicated volunteers, leaders, and commissioners, both past and present, who have given their time and expertise to inspire and nurture … |
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Wednesday 25th February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 26th February 2026 43 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 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 2nd February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th February 2026 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 58 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked … |
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Monday 23rd February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th February 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 20 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House registers its concern that Lloyds Banking Group plans to close 95 local branches this year, including in Tewkesbury; acknowledges the value of high street banks to local communities, particularly the elderly and those without easy access to public transport; recognises the harm bank closures have on rural … |
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Thursday 12th February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Review of the student loan system 48 signatures (Most recent: 11 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House notes with concern the cumulative impact of successive changes to the terms and conditions of student loans in England including the decision to freeze loan repayment thresholds and the introduction of new loans with different repayment thresholds and write off periods; further notes that successive Governments have … |
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Monday 9th February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 12th February 2026 Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan 43 signatures (Most recent: 2 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House welcomes the publication of the National Cancer Plan and its ambition to meet all cancer targets by 2029; notes with concern the lack of a comprehensive plan for radiotherapy; recognises that while references to Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy are positive, they fall far short of the investment and … |
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Wednesday 11th February Richard Foord signed this EDM on Thursday 12th February 2026 Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank 57 signatures (Most recent: 17 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House notes with grave concern reports that the Israeli security cabinet has approved measures which would facilitate the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and further erode the basis of the Palestinian state; condemns statements by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich asserting that the Israeli government … |
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9 Feb 2026, 5 p.m. - House of Commons " Chief Secretary. >> I do agree with my hon. Friend and as I say, the Foreign Office will be coming forward with more information in due course. >> Richard Foord. " Richard Foord MP (Honiton and Sidmouth, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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11 Feb 2026, 5:52 p.m. - House of Commons "you Richard Foord. " John Milne MP (Horsham, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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12 Feb 2026, 11:01 a.m. - House of Commons "will tighten transparency regulations as well. >> Richard Foord. >> Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I should " Chris Ward MP, The Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office (Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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12 Feb 2026, 11:37 a.m. - House of Commons "premise underlying our negotiations. >> Richard Foord Madam Deputy Speaker, Allied pharmacies have " Dr Zubir Ahmed MP, The Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health and Social Care (Glasgow South West, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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25 Feb 2026, 1:04 p.m. - House of Commons " Richard Foord. >> Richard Foord. >> Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. I would agree with the hon. Member for Clacton about the need for " Richard Foord MP (Honiton and Sidmouth, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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25 Feb 2026, 5:02 p.m. - House of Commons "prepared to deter, prepare to defend and prepare to lead. Thank you Richard Foord. " Aphra Brandreth MP (Chester South and Eddisbury, Conservative) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Monday 23rd March 2026 2:30 p.m. Home Office Oral questions - Main Chamber Subject: Home Office (including Topical Questions) Edward Leigh: What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the number of asylum seekers on levels of recorded crime. Mary Kelly Foy: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Michelle Welsh: What steps her Department is taking to help tackle child exploitation. Peter Swallow: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Robin Swann: What guidance her Department has provided to police forces on the application of public order legislation in relation to the expression of religious beliefs. Peter Fortune: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Ian Lavery: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Will Stone: What her timetable is for publishing the Independent Review of Public Order and Hate Crime Legislation. Michelle Welsh: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Seamus Logan: What discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on the potential impact of changes to worker visas on businesses in rural economies. Bernard Jenkin: What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the European Convention on Human Rights on levels of illegal immigration. Richard Foord: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Gregory Stafford: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Allison Gardner: What steps her Department is taking to use technology to increase police efficiency. Robbie Moore: What steps she is taking to help tackle shop theft. Sarah Dyke: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. John Lamont: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Josh Simons: What recent steps her Department has taken to help tackle illegal working. Jim Dickson: What recent progress her Department has made on tackling antisocial behaviour. Sarah Pochin: If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities. Wera Hobhouse: What assessment she has made of the adequacy of existing legal frameworks in relation to the non-consensual filming of women in public. Fred Thomas: What steps she is taking to help tackle financial abuse. Harpreet Uppal: What recent steps her Department has taken to help tackle knife crime. Lorraine Beavers: What steps her Department is taking to help improve neighbourhood policing. Mike Martin: If she will take steps to provide Ukrainian refugees with a route to permanent settlement. David Simmonds: How many asylum seekers were in asylum accommodation on (a) 30 September 2025 and (b) 30 June 2024. Siân Berry: What discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of the introduction of the visa brake on Chevening scholars. Catherine Fookes: What steps she is taking to help tackle violence against women and girls. Sarah Bool: How many asylum seekers were accommodated in asylum accommodation on (a) 30 December 2025 and (b) 30 June 2024. Andy McDonald: Whether the Independent Review of Public Order and Hate Crime Legislation will be published before Consideration of Lords Amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill. John Cooper: What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the European Convention on Human Rights on levels of illegal immigration. Tony Vaughan: What steps she is taking to help support refugee integration. Mary Kelly Foy: What plans her Department has to help tackle antisocial behaviour. Bayo Alaba: What recent steps her Department has taken to help tackle threats to national security in the context of the war in Iran. Kirith Entwistle: What steps her Department is taking to help tackle coercive control by ex-partners. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Local Transport: Planning Developments
51 speeches (14,438 words) Tuesday 24th February 2026 - Westminster Hall Department for Transport Mentions: 1: Steff Aquarone (LD - North Norfolk) Friend the Member for Honiton and Sidmouth (Richard Foord) spoke about the importance of money; and my - Link to Speech |
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Lord Mandelson: Government Response to Humble Address Motion
70 speeches (6,009 words) Thursday 12th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office Mentions: 1: Jeremy Wright (Con - Kenilworth and Southam) Member for Honiton and Sidmouth (Richard Foord) said from the Liberal Democrat Benches, that we have - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 4th March 2026
Report - 3rd Report – From a Common Understanding to Common Ground: Building a UK-EU Strategic Partnership fit for the future Foreign Affairs Committee Found: South and Eddisbury) Phil Brickell (Labour; Bolton West) Dan Carden (Labour; Liverpool Walton) Richard Foord |
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Monday 9th February 2026
Oral Evidence - Vitaliy Klitschko Foreign Affairs Committee Found: present: Emily Thornberry (Chair); Fleur Anderson; Alex Ballinger; Aphra Brandreth; Phil Brickell; Richard Foord |
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Thursday 5th March 2026
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero Source Page: 100 schools cutting bills with Great British Energy solar panels Document: 100 schools cutting bills with Great British Energy solar panels (webpage) Found: South West Jessica Toale St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Axminster EX13 5BE Devon South West Richard Foord |
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Mar. 05 2026
Great British Energy Source Page: 100 schools cutting bills with Great British Energy solar panels Document: 100 schools cutting bills with Great British Energy solar panels (webpage) News and Communications Found: South West Jessica Toale St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Axminster EX13 5BE Devon South West Richard Foord |
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Tuesday 24th February 2026 10 a.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 10th March 2026 10 a.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Monday 9th March 2026 1 p.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Disinformation diplomacy: How malign actors are seeking to undermine democracy At 2:00pm: Oral evidence Ali Law - Director of Public Policy for Northern Europe at TikTok David Agranovich - Director of Global Threat Disruption at Meta Wifredo Fernández - Head of Americas, Global Government Affairs at X Corp. View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Thursday 19th March 2026 11 a.m. Foreign Affairs Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |