Information between 12th October 2026 - 22nd October 2026
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13 Oct 2026 - Courts and Tribunals Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 68 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 301 Noes - 193 |
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13 Oct 2026 - Courts and Tribunals Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 66 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 89 Noes - 312 |
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13 Oct 2026 - Courts and Tribunals Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 67 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 196 Noes - 304 |
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13 Oct 2026 - Courts and Tribunals Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 69 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 189 Noes - 306 |
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13 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill (Carry-over Extension) - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 67 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 304 Noes - 179 |
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19 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 167 Noes - 327 |
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19 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 166 Noes - 328 |
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19 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 175 Noes - 319 |
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19 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 169 Noes - 327 |
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19 Oct 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill (Programme) (No.2) - View Vote Context Victoria Collins voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 286 Noes - 163 |
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Victoria Collins speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Victoria Collins contributed 1 speech (52 words) Thursday 15th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade |
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Victoria Collins speeches from: International Update
Victoria Collins contributed 1 speech (101 words) Monday 12th October 2026 - Commons Chamber Cabinet Office |
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Cancer: Health Services
Asked by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) Monday 19th October 2026 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps her Department is taking to prioritise access to specialist treatment for patients with rare cancers, such as lymphoma, in Harpenden and Berkhamsted constituency. Answered by James Frith - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department of Health and Social Care) I refer the Hon Member to the respective answers provided on 18 September and 21 September in response to Questions 27027 and 27283. |
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Telecommunications: Misrepresentation
Asked by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) Monday 19th October 2026 Question To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department has made an assessment of the adequacy of the current regulatory framework for protecting vulnerable customers in the telecommunications sector from inappropriate upselling and mis-selling of telecommunications services. Answered by Ian Murray - Minister of State (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) Government wants to ensure that all telecoms consumers feel empowered and confident that they are getting a fair deal.
Ofcom requires all providers to comply with standards of transparency and fair treatment of customers and have policies in place to identify and support vulnerable consumers. Ofcom have also produced a best practice vulnerability guide, including expectations that providers offer a range of communication channels for customers to raise concerns or queries and that they implement specialist teams to support vulnerable customers. The Telecoms Consumer Charter, published February 2026, further commits providers to strengthen transparency measures to ensure that customers know exactly what they are paying for and why.
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Employment Schemes: Professions
Asked by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) Monday 19th October 2026 Question to the Department for Work and Pensions: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to support mid-career and experienced unemployed professionals to transition into roles that match their existing skills, qualifications, and experience level. Answered by Andrew Western - Minister of State (Department for Work and Pensions) This Government is committed to delivering an employment support system that is personalised to individual needs. Jobseekers, including those with professional experience, can seek tailored and flexible support through Jobcentre Plus. Work Coaches offer personalised advice to help individuals secure roles that reflect their skills, qualifications and prior experience, alongside targeted job‑search support.
Where appropriate, Work Coaches also identify any skills gaps and signpost jobseekers to relevant training and provision, ensuring they are well‑placed to access suitable employment and progress in their careers.
Where those mid-career and experienced unemployed professional are aged 50 and over and in receipt of benefits, jobcentres provide additional dedicated support, including 50PLUS Champions, Additional Work Coach Time, a Midlife MOT as well as a digital Midlife MOT available to all.
From 1st October careers advice in England is being delivered through careers advisers within DWP for adults (and those who are under 18 and eligible). Careers Advice will continue to support anyone who is looking for work, who wants to get on in work, or who wants to change their career or retrain, regardless of whether they are claiming benefits. Careers information and advice is available via the ‘Get careers information and advice’ website www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk. Qualified careers advisers also provide in-depth guidance to customers who face greater barriers to working or learning, including adults who have been unemployed or economically inactive for more than 12 months and those aged 50 and over who are unemployed or at demonstrable risk of unemployment.
As part of our development of the new Jobs and Careers Service, we are reforming employment support to make it more inclusive and better tailored to individual needs, including mid-career and experienced workers. As part of the service, we have launched new digital tools, known as ‘Work Hub’, which are available to all. Work Hub provides access to an online AI work assistant, a CV builder and new job search tool to support individuals transition into suitable roles. |
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Religious Freedom: Women
Asked by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) Monday 19th October 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to address the additional vulnerabilities of women and girls from religion or belief minority communities who face rights violations for both their faith or belief and their gender overseas. Answered by Chris Elmore - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) The UK remains committed to championing freedom of religion or belief for all. No one should live in fear because of what they do or do not believe in. The UK recognises that women and girls from religious or belief minority communities can suffer disproportionally because of both their gender and faith. That is why we continue to ensure our human rights policy work considers the multiple ways in which human rights interact. For example, the importance of addressing specific issues experienced by women and girls from religious or belief minority communities. |
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Religious Freedom
Asked by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) Monday 19th October 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he plans to prioritise covering UK promotion of Freedom of religion or belief in any upcoming Human Rights and Democracy report. Answered by Chris Elmore - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) The next report on human rights will cover the period since the current Government came to office, including our work on Freedom of Religion or Belief. |
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Tuesday 3rd November Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Monday 2nd November Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd November 2026 Appointment of Russian diplomat to lead United Nations' mine-action work 25 signatures (Most recent: 4 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 Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd November 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Thursday 29th October Victoria Collins 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 Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2026 Microplastic filters for washing machines 15 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Tuesday 27th October Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2026 Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or 10 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House congratulates Harry Kane, captain of the England men’s football team, on being named winner of the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or; recognises that he is the first English player to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001; celebrates his outstanding achievements for England and his contribution to … |
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Tuesday 27th October Victoria Collins 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 Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 4 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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Thursday 22nd October Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th 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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Thursday 22nd October Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th October 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 24 signatures (Most recent: 3 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 15th October Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th October 2026 32 signatures (Most recent: 3 Nov 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House notes that 18 October 2026 marks Menopause Awareness Day; acknowledges the profound impact menopause can have on women's physical health, mental wellbeing and ability to participate fully in society and the workforce; highlights the ongoing barriers many women face in accessing timely diagnoses, appropriate treatment and affordable … |
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Tuesday 13th October Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2026 Defibrillators in police vehicles 25 signatures (Most recent: 27 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House expresses alignment with the APPG for Defibrillators' recommendation that all emergency vehicles should be fitted with defibrillators; notes concern that only 1 in 11 police cars carry automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and some forces have coverage of less than 1.5% of vehicles; recognises that police officers are … |
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Monday 18th May Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2026 Retirement leasehold service charges and exit fees 24 signatures (Most recent: 13 Oct 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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Tuesday 1st September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2026 National strategy for fertility 30 signatures (Most recent: 28 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House notes with concern that there is currently no national strategy for fertility in England; further notes that a number of Integrated Care Boards, including Kent and Medway ICB and Sussex ICB, have reduced the number of NHS-funded IVF cycles available to eligible patients from three to one; … |
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Tuesday 15th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 28 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House notes that, of the approximately 200 chalk streams in the world, 85% are found in England, and that chalk streams such as the River Lavant represent a globally significant and irreplaceable freshwater habitat, supporting ecosystems that cannot be found elsewhere; further notes with grave concern that Southern … |
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Tuesday 15th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2026 21 signatures (Most recent: 27 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over news that PAPYRUS, the suicide prevention charity has gone into administration; notes that this charity has delivered a vital service via its HOPELINE247 for young people suffering with poor mental health; highlights the tireless campaigning of volunteers, including 3 Dads Walking who raised … |
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Tuesday 15th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2026 19th International Day of Democracy 27 signatures (Most recent: 26 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House marks International Day of Democracy; recognises that democracy, human rights and the rule of law are fundamental to peaceful, prosperous and free societies; celebrates the contribution of democratic institutions and the people who work to uphold them; further notes the importance of free and fair elections, a … |
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Wednesday 13th May Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 36 signatures (Most recent: 29 Oct 2026) Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House believes reform to the leasehold system is long overdue; notes that Liberals and Liberal Democrats have campaigned to end leasehold since David Lloyd George's Limehouse Speech on his People's Budget in 1909; regrets that the Conservatives in government failed to protect leaseholders from dangerous cladding or ban … |
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Tuesday 15th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 GSCE attainment gap and dyslexia 17 signatures (Most recent: 27 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House notes with concern the findings of the British Dyslexia Association’s 2026 report, GSCE Attainment: Decade without progress; further notes the report finds that in the latest academic year (2024/2025) only two in ten pupils with a Special Educational Need (SEN) like dyslexia achieved a grade five or … |
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Wednesday 9th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 Contribution of women to the Bayeux Tapestry 25 signatures (Most recent: 27 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire) That this House welcomes the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry to the public at the British Museum, one of the world's most famous and celebrated works of art; notes that it was created by English women, whose individual names and identities were never recorded; further notes that despite its fame, … |
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Thursday 10th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) rescue operations 43 signatures (Most recent: 4 Nov 2026)Tabled by: Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester) That this House commends the outstanding work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), a charity which provides a 24-hour lifesaving service across the waters of the UK and the Republic of Ireland; notes that, since its formation, the RNLI has helped save 147,096 lives; pays tribute to the courage, … |
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Monday 14th September Victoria Collins signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2026 Political donations and campaign finance regulation 51 signatures (Most recent: 27 Oct 2026)Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove) That this House expresses alarm at the exposure of UK democracy to the undue influence of an ultra-wealthy minority; notes that donations are uncapped meaning that two individuals have been able to give £72 million to one party in one week; further notes recent investigations reporting foreign money and impermissible … |
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12 Oct 2026, 4:28 p.m. - House of Commons " Victoria Collins thank you, Mr. Speaker. As Liberal Democrats, Speaker. As Liberal Democrats, we've long been calling for global leadership on AI from the UK. And " Victoria Collins MP (Harpenden and Berkhamsted, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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15 Oct 2026, 9:50 a.m. - House of Commons "an increase in Stfc funding to £842 million by 20 2930 from the £835 million of 2526. >> Victoria Collins. " Chris McDonald MP, Minister of State (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade) (Stockton North, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 Oct 2026, 6:49 p.m. - House of Commons "farming budgets. >> Burnley and Victoria Collins. >> You're summing. " Anna Sabine MP (Frome and East Somerset, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 Oct 2026, 3:02 p.m. - House of Commons "Victoria Collins thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Joining my local Jewish community to celebrate " Rt Hon Lucy Powell MP, The Secretary of State for Education (Manchester Central, Labour ) - View Video - View Transcript |
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National Planning Policy Framework and Tring
0 speeches (None words) Monday 12th October 2026 - Petitions Mentions: 1: None —[Presented by Victoria Collins, Official Report, 16 June 2026; Vol. 787, c. 804.] - Link to Speech |