Information between 15th March 2026 - 4th April 2026
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18 Mar 2026 - Higher Education Fees - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 277 Noes - 98 |
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18 Mar 2026 - Employment Rights: Investigatory Powers - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 368 Noes - 107 |
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23 Mar 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 278 Noes - 164 |
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23 Mar 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 281 Noes - 167 |
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23 Mar 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 56 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 280 Noes - 164 |
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23 Mar 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 279 Noes - 167 |
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23 Mar 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 280 Noes - 161 |
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25 Mar 2026 - Victims and Courts Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 300 Noes - 149 |
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25 Mar 2026 - Victims and Courts Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 295 Noes - 162 |
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25 Mar 2026 - Victims and Courts Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 290 Noes - 163 |
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25 Mar 2026 - Victims and Courts Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 57 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 291 Noes - 158 |
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25 Mar 2026 - Victims and Courts Bill - View Vote Context Wendy Chamberlain voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 58 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 286 Noes - 163 |
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Wendy Chamberlain speeches from: Business of the House
Wendy Chamberlain contributed 1 speech (78 words) Thursday 26th March 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Wendy Chamberlain speeches from: Transport Accessibility for Disabled People
Wendy Chamberlain contributed 1 speech (1,097 words) Thursday 26th March 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Transport |
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Wendy Chamberlain speeches from: Middle East: Economic Update
Wendy Chamberlain contributed 1 speech (78 words) Tuesday 24th March 2026 - Commons Chamber HM Treasury |
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Diesel: Prices
Asked by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) Thursday 19th March 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to provide support to the fishing industry with changing diesel prices. Answered by Martin McCluskey - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Fuel markets are governed by competition and consumer protection law, overseen by the Competition Market Authority (CMA). The Government and the CMA are closely monitoring petrol and diesel prices in light of instability in the Middle East, and the Chancellor and Secretary of State recently met with fuel retailers to set out a clear message: drivers must get a fair deal at the pump. We are also engaging regularly with refiners, importers and distributors to ensure any emerging risks are identified and managed promptly. The UK benefits from strong and diverse security of energy supplies, and there are no issues with fuel supply.
This government has also introduced the Fuel Finder scheme, which will increase price transparency so drivers can compare prices to find the best deal and incentivise greater competition. |
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Diesel: Prices
Asked by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) Monday 23rd March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the potential impact of diesel price levels on the sustainability of the fishing industry. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra is actively monitoring the impact of diesel price changes on our fishing sector. The Government has raised industry concerns about red diesel prices, including price transparency, with the Competition and Markets Authority and we are committed to ensuring that this market functions fairly. |
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Diesel: Prices
Asked by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) Thursday 26th March 2026 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the answer of 19 March to question 120937, if she will respond to the original question as it relates to the fishing industry. Answered by Angela Eagle - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) Defra is actively monitoring the impact of diesel price changes on the fishing sector. The Government has raised industry concerns about red diesel prices, including price transparency, with the Competition and Markets Authority and we are committed to ensuring that this market functions fairly. The fishing sector can continue to access Marine Voyages Relief reducing the cost of their fuel by allowing them to partially claim back fuel duty. |
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Warm Homes Plan
Asked by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) Tuesday 31st March 2026 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what estimate his Department has made of the level of underspend, or projected underspend, in the first year of the Warm Homes Local Grant and Warm Homes Social Fund; how many local authorities have submitted expenditure data to date; and whether the Department has modelled the full-year underspend based on these partial returns. Answered by Michael Shanks - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The Warm Homes: Local Grant (WH:LG) and the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (WH:SHF) schemes began delivery in April 2025.
Both schemes were oversubscribed demonstrating the high ambition of local authorities and social housing providers. We continue to see strong demand in both schemes.
To maximise delivery, where potential underspend has been identified it has been reallocated to high performing projects to ensure that grant funding is used by the end of the financial year.
Across both schemes, the final in-year spend can only be confirmed following robust financial management assessments. Financial reporting for the schemes will be available as part of DESNZ’s published annual accounts. |
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Taliban: Minority Groups and Women
Asked by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) Thursday 2nd April 2026 Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of reports that recent criminal regulations introduced by the Taliban impose harsher punishments on women and minority groups; and what representations the UK Government has made to international partners regarding the protection of the rights and safety of women and girls. Answered by Hamish Falconer - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) I refer the Hon Member to the statement issued by the Foreign Secretary on this matter on 26 February, where she said: "I am appalled by continuing restrictions imposed on women and girls in Afghanistan. The Taliban's new criminal procedure code legitimises domestic violence and targets women and minorities. These oppressive measures must be rescinded. The rights of all Afghans must be protected." The UK is working closely with international partners on the issue, including through our chairmanship of the G7+ group of countries, and engagement through the UN and the Human Rights Council. |
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Tuesday 24th March Ané Kritzinger Physics Gold Medal at STEM for BRITAIN Awards 9 signatures (Most recent: 13 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Ané Kritzinger on winning the Gold Medal in the Physics category at STEM for BRITAIN; recognises the outstanding achievement of presenting cutting-edge research in Parliament as part of this prestigious national competition for early-career researchers; notes that the research, conducted at University of St Andrews, focuses … |
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Monday 23rd March 25th anniversary of the Voluntary Initiative 9 signatures (Most recent: 25 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates the Voluntary Initiative on its 25th anniversary taking place on 1 April 2026; recognises that, since its establishment in 2001, the Voluntary Initiative has brought together farmers, agronomists and industry bodies to promote the responsible use of plant protection products and reduce their environmental impact; notes … |
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Thursday 19th March 7 signatures (Most recent: 25 Mar 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates businesses across North East Fife which received 2026 Best Bar None awards, including the Jigger Inn which achieved a platinum award, the Cross Keys in Cupar, the Whey Pat Tavern, Ham's Hame Bar & Grill, the West Port Bar, the Road Hole Restaurant, the Greyfriars Inn … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Thursday 16th April 2026 US sanctions against judges of the International Criminal Court 20 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon) That this House condemns the decision by the Trump Administration to impose sanctions on judges and officials of the International Criminal Court; notes with serious concern that these measures have included the closure of bank, credit and digital accounts and have extended to family members; considers this a deliberate attempt … |
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Tuesday 14th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Thursday 16th April 2026 Support for hospitality businesses 15 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes with serious concern the cumulative cost pressures facing independent hospitality businesses across the United Kingdom; recognises that the simultaneous impact of rising National Minimum Wage, increased employer National Insurance contributions, rising energy costs, food price volatility, and the reduction of business rates relief is pushing viable, … |
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Tuesday 14th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Thursday 16th April 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House regrets the ongoing and sustained difficulties accessing GP appointments across the country; expresses concern that over 1,300 GP surgeries have closed since 2015; notes that one GP surgery a week has closed under this Government; recognises that GP surgeries are serving an extra 917 homes on average … |
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Wednesday 15th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Thursday 16th April 2026 Introduction of reforms to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief 13 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House expresses concern over the Government’s decision to introduce reforms to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR), which took effect on 6 April 2026 and has limited the availability of full relief and created new thresholds on qualifying assets; recognises the Government’s decision to increase … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Changes to IVF support in Greater Manchester 7 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House is deeply disappointed by the decision to standardise NHS Funded Invitro Fertilisation (IVF) to a 1+ cycle across all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester when evidence shows that success rates increase over multiple cycles; notes with concern that this decision will remove a realistic chance of pregnancy … |
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Tuesday 22nd October Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th April 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 14 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House notes the profound benefits of outdoor education for children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being; highlights the value of residential outdoor learning in developing essential life skills; urges the Government to make it a statutory part of the school curriculum; calls for inclusivity, ensuring all children can access … |
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Thursday 13th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Wellbeing benefits of outdoor education to young people 39 signatures (Most recent: 14 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises the significant benefits of outdoor learning for children and young people; urges the Secretary of State to undertake a review of the value of those benefits; notes that more time learning outdoors provides an opportunity for children to learn skills and characteristics to cope with many … |
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Tuesday 24th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Outdoor learning specialist apprenticeships 26 signatures (Most recent: 14 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House regrets the proposed defunding of the Level 5 Outdoor Learning Specialist Apprenticeship from 1 September 2026; recognises that this apprenticeship prepares practitioners to design and deliver outdoor learning programmes that support educational achievement, children’s wellbeing, enrichment and SEND inclusion, often directly within schools and educational settings; notes … |
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Wednesday 18th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence law 12 signatures (Most recent: 14 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North) That this House notes the immediate need for Mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence and forced labour bans legislation to support human rights, consumers, businesses, and the environment; further notes that the voluntary framework introduced in the Modern Slavery Act 2015 is now outdated and eclipsed by international standards; … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Supporting UK hauliers and reducing border friction through UK–EU cooperation 22 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat - Surrey Heath) That this House notes with deep concern that post-Brexit trading arrangements have placed severe strain on the UK haulage sector, with the number of haulage companies entering insolvency nearly doubling between 2016–2020 and 2021–2025; regrets the Government’s failure to adequately support the sector in adapting to these conditions; further notes … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Impact of the Iran war on transport costs 26 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton) That this House notes with alarm the impact of President Trump’s war with Iran on fuel prices and transport costs for people across the United Kingdom, with petrol up by 25p per litre and diesel up by 48p per litre since the war began; further notes that Government revenues from … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 Meta and YouTube and legal liability for addictive design and online harms 19 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House notes with alarm the findings of recent legal proceedings in the United States in which Meta and YouTube have been found liable for creating platforms with addictive features that cause mental health distress and social media addiction, and in which Meta has further been found liable for … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House believes that the UK should be the safest country in the world to have a baby; regrets that 65% of maternity units do not meet the classification of good for standards of safety; recognises the serious harm caused to mothers and babies and the cost to the … |
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Monday 13th April Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th April 2026 16 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House condemns the normalisation of corridor care in NHS hospitals; expresses alarm at recent reports of patients receiving end of life care in corridors; believes patients deserve better and should expect to receive care in privacy and with dignity; regrets that 2025 saw the worst level of 12 … |
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Tuesday 24th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Monday 13th April 2026 39 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House recognises the Government’s intention to publish legislation on water sector reform following the publication of their Water White Paper and that this Bill is due to be announced in the upcoming King’s Speech; further recognises the urgent need for structural reform of England’s water industry to rebuild … |
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Thursday 26th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Monday 13th April 2026 25 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House notes with serious concern the ongoing failures in Royal Mail's delivery performance, including credible reports of post being batched over periods of one to two weeks rather than delivered on a daily basis, in breach of its statutory obligations under the Universal Service Obligation; recognises the particular … |
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Thursday 5th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Thursday 26th March 2026 King's Guard's ceremonial bearskin caps 76 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central) That this House commends this Government's commitment to advancing animal welfare, as demonstrated by key reforms including a banning of trial hunting, a banning of boiling live crustaceans, recognising their capacity for pain and ending the cruel practice of puppy farming; acknowledges the dedicated efforts of People for the Ethical … |
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Wednesday 25th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th March 2026 17 signatures (Most recent: 17 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern the changes announced by Royal Mail and Ofcom to second-class postal services, which will result in deliveries taking place on alternate weekdays with no service on the remaining days; recognises the importance of reliable postal services, particularly in rural areas where communities rely on … |
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Wednesday 25th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th March 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the ongoing price shocks rural residents that rely on heating oil and LPG are facing; appreciates the Government’s offer of financial support for the most vulnerable; is anxious about whether the package will alleviate the pressures rural residents face right now, especially since only … |
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Tuesday 24th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th March 2026 Online abuse and exploitation of Ukrainian refugees 35 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing … |
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Thursday 19th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2026 32 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House recognises the service and contribution of LGBTQ+ veterans; further recognises that prior to 2000, LGBTQ+ members of the armed forces were forced to serve in silence in fear of dismissal; notes the lasting impact of this discrimination on veterans and their families; also recognises the importance of … |
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Monday 23rd March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026) Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House celebrates Sign Language Week, held from 16 to 22 March 2026; welcomes this year’s theme entitled United in Sign, celebrating unity, pride, and collective action around sign language; notes the importance of sign as a form of language, heritage and identity for the deaf community; recognises the … |
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Monday 23rd March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2026 NHS funding for mental health services 31 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House expresses deep concern over the recent news that mental health spending, as a share of total NHS expenditure, is due to fall for the third year in a row; highlights that over 2.2 million people are in contact with NHS mental health services; notes that while mental … |
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Monday 23rd March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th March 2026 St Neots Walk and Talk 4 Men 5th anniversary 17 signatures (Most recent: 15 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire) That this House congratulates Walk and Talk 4 Men St Neots on celebrating its fifth birthday; commends the dedication of founders Justin Leigh and Steve Whitney, and all its volunteer walk leaders, in creating a free, welcoming and judgement-free space where men can walk together and talk openly about their … |
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Monday 26th January Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM on Monday 23rd March 2026 Dolphin hunting in the Faroe Islands 68 signatures (Most recent: 16 Apr 2026)Tabled by: Adrian Ramsay (Green Party - Waveney Valley) That this House condemns the grindadráp (Grind) in the Faroe Islands, where pods of dolphins are driven into bays by small boats and slaughtered by hand; notes with concern that more than 1,000 cetaceans were killed in 2025, including juveniles and pregnant females; further notes that this practice is largely … |
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Wednesday 18th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th March 2026 29 signatures (Most recent: 13 Apr 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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Tuesday 17th March Wendy Chamberlain signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th March 2026 Scotland national rugby team at the Six Nations 7 signatures (Most recent: 25 Mar 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House commends the Scotland national rugby union team for their exceptional performances throughout the Six Nations; recognises the consistency, resilience and high standard of play demonstrated across the tournament; acknowledges the significant progress shown by the squad under the leadership of the coaching team; celebrates the pride and … |
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24 Mar 2026, 1:15 p.m. - House of Commons " Wendy Chamberlain thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. >> Several times about households benefiting from £150 off. But I have a constituent on the phone this morning who has been told that " Wendy Chamberlain MP (North East Fife, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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26 Mar 2026, 2:17 p.m. - House of Commons " The Order Paper, and we'll start with an immediate six minute time limit. Wendy Chamberlain, thank you limit. Wendy Chamberlain, thank you very much, Madam Deputy Speaker And can I congratulate the chair of the Transport Select Committee for " Wendy Chamberlain MP (North East Fife, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Transport Accessibility for Disabled People
53 speeches (15,206 words) Thursday 26th March 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Transport Mentions: 1: Gideon Amos (LD - Taunton and Wellington) Friends the Members for North East Fife (Wendy Chamberlain) and for North Norfolk (Steff Aquarone), who - Link to Speech 2: Keir Mather (Lab - Selby) Member for North East Fife (Wendy Chamberlain) asked when design standards for accessible rail stations - Link to Speech |
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Tuesday 24th March 2026
Attendance statistics - Members' attendance 2024-26 (Committee of Selection) Committee of Selection Found: Conservative, South Shropshire) (added 30 Jul 2024; removed 14 Oct 2024) 2 of 2 (100.0%) Wendy Chamberlain |
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Thursday 19th March 2026
Special Report - 1st Special Report – Access to the House of Commons and its procedures: House Administration Response Modernisation Committee Found: Alex Barros-Curtis (Labour; Cardiff West) Markus Campbell-Savours (Labour; Penrith and Solway) Wendy Chamberlain |
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Thursday 19th March 2026
Special Report - Large Print – 1st Special Report – Access to the House of Commons and its procedures: House Administration Response Modernisation Committee Found: Alex Barros-Curtis (Labour; Cardiff West) Markus Campbell-Savours (Labour; Penrith and Solway) Wendy Chamberlain |
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Friday 20th March 2026
Department for Work and Pensions Source Page: Letter dated 16/03/2026 from Stephen Timms MP to Wendy Chamberlain MP regarding the prioritisation of Work Capability Assessments (WCAs) and a correction to statistics quoted during the Westminster Hall debate on Work Capability Assessment Timescales. 2p. Document: 160326_Response_to_Wendy_Chamberlain_MP.pdf (PDF) Found: Letter dated 16/03/2026 from Stephen Timms MP to Wendy Chamberlain MP regarding the prioritisation of |
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Tuesday 19th May 2026 11:30 a.m. Modernisation Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Tuesday 21st April 2026 11:30 a.m. Modernisation Committee - Private Meeting View calendar - Add to calendar |
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16 Mar 2026
Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee Debates Modernisation Committee (Select) Not accepting submissions The cross-party Modernisation Committee is holding an inquiry into Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee debates, as part of its ongoing work on how time is used in the Commons. Backbench Business Committee debates offer MPs a vital route to raise issues on behalf of their constituents, and since its establishment the Committee has ensured that backbench voices are heard regularly. The Petitions Committee has facilitated many debates on e-petitions started by members of the public, ensuring that issues with significant public support are brought before the House. Many of these debates have helped raise the profile of important issues and, in some cases, led to tangible action being taken. The Modernisation Committee’s inquiry will look at whether the current allocation of time for Petitions and Backbench Business debates is appropriate and effective. It will also explore other issues such as whether some e-petitions debates should take place in the Chamber on a more regular basis. MPs on the Committee will also explore the issues highlighted in the Backbench Business Committee’s 15 anniversary report, and how the House can continue to support and strengthen the Committee’s work. Terms of Reference The Backbench Business Committee has 35 days allotted in each session for proceedings in the Chamber/Westminster Hall on backbench business, of which at least 27 should be in the Chamber. More information can be found on their website. The Petitions Committee can schedule a petition or petitions for debate in Westminster Hall on a Monday from 4.30pm, for up to three hours. More information is available here. We will be exploring the following questions as part of our inquiry: 1. Is the current allocation of time for Petitions and Backbench Business debates appropriate and effective?
3. Is the current allocation of Backbench Business debates between the Chamber (27 days) and Westminster Hall (8 days) correct? 4. Are there any improvements that could be made to the Backbench Business Committee’s process to agree applications for backbench business debates (including ensuring debates are popular amongst members and on topical subjects)? 5. Are the existing mechanisms available for the Petitions Committee to hold debates in the Chamber (to apply via Backbench Business Committee, or to be allocated time by the Government) sufficient or should the Petitions Committee have guaranteed time in the Chamber? |