Information between 23rd January 2026 - 12th February 2026
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 61 Noes - 311 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 91 Noes - 378 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Committee - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 61 Noes - 311 |
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27 Jan 2026 - Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: Committee - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 53 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 91 Noes - 378 |
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3 Feb 2026 - Universal Credit (Removal of Two Child Limit) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 458 Noes - 104 |
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4 Feb 2026 - Climate Change - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 51 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 392 Noes - 116 |
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11 Feb 2026 - Local Government Finance - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse 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 Wera Hobhouse 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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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (72 words) Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Energy Security & Net Zero |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Local Power Plan
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (110 words) Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Energy Security & Net Zero |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (68 words) Monday 9th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Home Office |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Business of the House
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (102 words) Thursday 5th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Leader of the House |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (75 words) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Justice |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (69 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Commons Chamber HM Treasury |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Women’s Safety: Walking, Wheeling, Cycling and Running
Wera Hobhouse contributed 2 speeches (623 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Westminster Hall HM Treasury |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Digital Exploitation of Women and Girls
Wera Hobhouse contributed 2 speeches (409 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Westminster Hall Home Office |
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Wednesday 4th February World Cancer Day and breast cancer 36 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House marks World Cancer Day by recognising the urgent need to improve the early detection of breast cancer in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43 per cent of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25 to 49 years; further notes that breast cancer … |
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Images (Non-consensual Recording and Distribution) Bill 2024-26
Presented by Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Private Members' Bill - Presentation Bill A Bill to create offences relating to the non-consensual recording of images of a person and the online distribution of such images for profit with the purpose of obtaining sexual gratification or of causing humiliation or distress to that person; and for connected purposes.
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2nd February 2026
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) 8. Miscellaneous BGIPU (British Group Inter-Parliamentary Union) Executive Committee. This is an unpaid role. Source |
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Tuesday 24th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th February 2026 200th anniversary of the birth of Walter Bagehot 6 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Walter Bagehot, who was born on the 3rd February 1826 in Langport; notes that Bagehot began his career in Langport working for a trade enterprise before joining Stuckey’s bank, which went on to become of the country’s largest issuers … |
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Tuesday 24th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th February 2026 Business rates reform and revaluation 9 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House calls on the Government to postpone the implementation of new business rates valuations until it has published data on the impact of recent revaluations; believes that proceeding without this information risks unfair outcomes for businesses, especially hospitality businesses; and urges the Government to undertake further work to … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group 6 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Claire Young (Liberal Democrat - Thornbury and Yate) That this House celebrates the vital work carried out by the Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group in supporting stroke survivors and their families across the Thornbury area; recognises the dedication of the group's trustees and volunteers who provide a warm and welcoming environment for those affected by stroke; commends … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th February 2026 NHS access to medical cannabis for children with drug-resistant epilepsy 10 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower) That this House notes the law change of 2018 which allows the prescription of medical cannabis under the direction of specialist doctors; recognises that this law change was in large part achieved by the campaigning efforts of Hannah Deacon on behalf of her then 6 year old son Alfie Dingley … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Hayes School mental health ambassadors 6 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay) That this House congratulates the student councillors at Hayes School in Paignton named Millie, Paige, Jacob, Jane, Leala and Morgan and their dedicated teacher Ms Jamieson; commends them for their service to the school and to their fellow pupils; and applauds their commitment to the introduction of the Gate Buddies … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 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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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Securing the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme 29 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot) That this House notes that, as the fourth anniversary of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches, many Ukrainians living in the United Kingdom continue to face uncertainty regarding their status and future security; recognises that Ukrainian families have become valued members of communities across the country, including in Newton … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund 2026-27 10 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House welcomes the decision to continue the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund until March 2028, providing longer-term certainty to adoptive and kinship families; notes, however, with concern that the fair access limit remains at £3,000 per child per year, reduced from £5,000 in 2024-25, representing a significant … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House congratulates South Molton Pannier Market on winning Britain's Favourite Market in the Great British Market Awards 2026 for the fourth consecutive year; recognises the hard work of traders, farmers, and the loyalty of local shoppers in supporting thriving small businesses across the South West; celebrates the market's … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House celebrates preparations for World Book Day 2026, recognising the continued importance of this annual event in promoting a love of reading among children and young people across the UK and Northern Ireland; acknowledges the vital contribution that reading makes to educational attainment, personal development and mental wellbeing; … |
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Monday 23rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 Girlguiding Bristol and South Gloucestershire 5 signatures (Most recent: 24 Feb 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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Tuesday 24th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th February 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South) That this House recognises that the UK’s transition away from oil and gas production is underway, as North Sea reserves decline and the climate imperative intensifies; notes that a well-managed transition has the potential to deliver economic benefit, strengthen domestic supply chains and revitalise our industrial heartlands; encourages the Government … |
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Tuesday 10th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 Elmbridge Primary School Eco-Council 6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House commends Elmbridge Primary School for their efforts to engage students in environmental protection and renewable energy initiatives; congratulates the students of Elmbridge’s Eco-Council for active participation in efforts to tackle climate change; recognises the value of their projects, such as proposing the installation of solar panels and … |
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Thursday 12th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Review of the student loan system 41 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 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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Wednesday 11th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank 40 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 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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Wednesday 11th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 40 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Wednesday 11 February 2026; recognises the vital contributions of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout history, including those whose achievements have been overlooked; acknowledges that stereotypes in education, a lack of female role models … |
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Wednesday 11th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 22 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire) That this House celebrates the value of local community spaces, such as clubhouses, village halls and community centres for residents; recognises their vital role as safe hubs to foster healthy living, community relationships and wellbeing; notes that such spaces must be prioritised and protected where development proposals arise; acknowledges the … |
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Wednesday 11th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Community sport spaces and Sport England 12 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House recognises the significant benefits that sport, recreation and physical activity provide to people across the UK; acknowledges the £107 billion contribution they make to the wider economy through improved health and wellbeing as well as reduced costs to public services and the NHS; expresses concern at the … |
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Tuesday 10th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2026 185th anniversary of Liszt’s Taunton concert 5 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House congratulates Michael Stembridge-Montavont, Peter Lewis, and the volunteers of Music on the Quantocks for combining on the Liszt on Taunton event featuring international soloist Elisabeth Pion’s recent standing room-only concert and other events in the series commemorating the 185th anniversary of the concert given by Franz Liszt … |
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Tuesday 10th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2026 Removal of statutory consultee status from Sport England 18 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House strongly opposes the removal of statutory consultee status from Sport England from the National Planning Policy Framework; notes that Sport England’s consultee role was established in 1996 to provide specialist national oversight preventing the loss of playing fields; recognises that playing fields provide essential spaces for physical … |
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Tuesday 20th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Friday 20th February 2026 UK digital sovereignty strategy 42 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Siân Berry (Green Party - Brighton Pavilion) That this House notes that government services, democratic functions and critical infrastructure increasingly depend on a small number of external digital suppliers; further notes that excessive concentration and inadequate exit or substitution planning expose the public sector to risks including service withdrawal, sanctions, commercial failure, geopolitical disruption and unilateral changes … |
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Monday 9th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 6 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Local Authorities (Changes to Years of Ordinary Elections) (England) Order 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 96), dated 3 February 2026, a copy of which was laid before this House on 5 February 2026, be annulled. |
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Monday 9th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan 41 signatures (Most recent: 24 Feb 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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Monday 9th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 International Epilepsy Day 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes International Epilepsy Day 2026 taking place on Monday 9 February 2026, focusing on the Epilepsy Pledge to turn awareness into action; highlights the Epilepsy Pledge, urging people to commit to one concrete action for awareness or inclusion in 2026; further notes that the 50 Million steps … |
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Monday 9th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 Refugee homelessness and the asylum move-on period 19 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham) That this House notes with concern reports that the number of refugee households in England who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has increased fivefold in four years, rising from 3,560 in 2021-22 to 19,310 in 2024-25; further notes evidence from charities and local authorities that this rise is … |
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Thursday 5th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 9th February 2026 Public inquiry into Epstein links 87 signatures (Most recent: 24 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East) That this House stands with Jeffrey Epstein’s victims whose relentless courage and pursuit of justice has led to the publication of the Epstein files; notes with concern the number of British public figures included in these files; recognises that child sexual abuse on this scale is likely to have involved … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Stamp Duty liability for periodic tenancies 17 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington) That this House notes that periodic tenancies under the Renters' Rights Act could become liable for stamp duty; notes with concern that this will mean hundreds of thousands of tenants have to pay stamp duty over the next few years; recognises that renters were neglected by the former Government who … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Financial Support for the Music and Dance Scheme 15 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House notes the vital contribution of the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) in enabling talented young people from all backgrounds to access world-class specialist training in music and dance; further notes that MDS providers have historically operated under multi-year funding settlements, enabling them to plan staffing, outreach programmes … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat - Melksham and Devizes) That this House congratulates Peter Quinney for winning two gold medals at an adult trampolining championship at the age of 91; commends the effort he has put in with his fellow competitors to win these awards; congratulates him for returning to the sport after over 40 years, being British trampolining … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Artificial Intelligence chatbots 36 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House notes the rapid advancement and accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots by both adults and children; further notes that many AI chatbots provide human-like responses and are designed to encourage emotional connection, friendship and intimacy; expresses concern that such chatbots are not required to clearly and … |
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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Flooding as a result of Storm Chandra 14 signatures (Most recent: 11 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of Storm Chandra on Somerset and the South West; expresses alarm that 50 properties have been flooded in the area, with more homes being evacuated due to further risk of flooding; recognises that Somerset is particularly vulnerable to flooding with low … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 45 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House marks World Cancer Day; recognises the almost 3.5 million people living with cancer in the UK; further recognises that cancer remains the biggest overall cause of death for people in the UK; highlights the previous Conservative Government broke its promise on a 10 year cancer plan that … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 29 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 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 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 34 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole) That this House notes with concern the drop in the number of public toilets, which the British Toilet Association estimates as a decrease of 40% in the last 25 years; recognises, that when mapped onto an increasing population, that equates to roughly one public toilet for every 17,200 people, with … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 11 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House is concerned by the unannounced changes introduced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in December 2025 to Bird Gathering Licences; regrets that these amendments prohibit sales and exchanges at licensed bird events, prevent Psittaciformes from being exhibited alongside canaries and finches, and require licences … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House supports the Protect Where We Play campaign; notes the concerns raised by the Wiltshire Football Association and grassroots sports organisations across Wiltshire, including in Chippenham, regarding the Government’s proposals to weaken planning protections for playing fields; further notes that the proposed removal of Sport England as a … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 20 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire) That this House offers its sincere condolences to the families of Lewis Knox, 16, Fergus Ward, 17, and Jordan Cameron, 17, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident in the Scottish Highlands; notes with deep concern the disproportionately high number of road traffic accidents involving drivers in their … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Signing of the Hamburg Declaration 25 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House marks the signing of the Hamburg Declaration, a clean energy pact with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, which offers the opportunity for the development of the North Sea as a regional, shared, clean energy hub, and an opportunity to addressing energy affordability; recognises that the UK … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement 28 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the commencement of Apprenticeship Week 2026, taking place from 2 to 6 February 2026; highlights the events which will take place across all regions and occupational sectors, offering practical insights and real opportunities for potential apprentices and employers alike; and urges schools and colleges to ensure … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 39 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House recognises the work of hospices and their dedicated staff and volunteers in caring for people and their families at the end of life; notes with concern that the current funding model for hospices is failing patients and is not fit for purpose and that the rise in … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 33 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House commemorates Cervical Cancer Awareness Month; celebrates the NHS HPV vaccination programme; praises the success of the HPV vaccine which stops 90% of cervical cancer cases and can reduce incidence in low socioeconomic groups; recognises that each year more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Role of the House of Lords in scrutinising legislation 50 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House believes that the use of filibuster tactics in the House of Lords to frustrate the majority will of the democratically elected House of Commons is unacceptable, including where the elected Commons has given its majority support to a Private Members’ Bill; further believes that the case for … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Gardens Trust statutory consultee status 13 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House is concerned by the Government's plans to remove the Gardens Trust as a statutory consultee; recognises that the statutory consultation requirement is an important provision within the limited protections that registered parks and gardens have; notes that removing the consultation requirement is directly damaging by reducing specialist … |
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Tuesday 27th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Legacy of British troops in Afghanistan and Iraq 14 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with concern the distress felt by many United Kingdom armed forces veterans following recent public comments relating to military operations in Afghanistan and the Middle East; recognises that such remarks have reopened trauma and grief for those who served and for the families of the fallen; … |
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Tuesday 6th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 73 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House expresses its strong support for the people of Iran, and their courage and resolve in their ongoing struggle against all forms of dictatorships of the past and present and for freedom, human rights, and a democratic republic, where people of Iran have the opportunity to elect their … |
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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 50th anniversary of the King's Trust 8 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the the 50th anniversary of the King's Trust, formerly the Prince's Trust, and the tremendous work that has been done with young people in that time; highlights that since its inception in 1976, the charity founded by HM King Charles III has helped more than 1.3 … |
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Wednesday 28th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 2nd February 2026 18 signatures (Most recent: 9 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives) That this House congratulates local communities which came together to support each other during the January storms; recognises however that the storms exposed weaknesses in and that lessons should be learned by in respect of emergency and resilience plans, including the Met Office’s late declaration of the Red Alert prior … |
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Tuesday 27th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 51 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House acknowledges the devastating impact of social media on children's mental health, development, and safety; believes that tech companies have for too long prioritised profit over protection, exploiting children through addictive algorithms and treating young people as data to be mined rather than individuals whose wellbeing must be … |
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Tuesday 27th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House praises Nicole Brooks for creating West Berkshire’s empty chairs loneliness group; notes the importance of such community initiatives, which invite people to sit together at pub tables so that no one has to sit alone; congratulates Nicole on establishing the group in Newbury, with events to be … |
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Tuesday 27th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 14 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House notes with deep concern that Ospreys, Wales’ most successful professional rugby team may cease to exist as part of the Welsh Rugby Union’s intention to sell Cardiff to Y11 Sport & Media; further notes that this is the latest in a string of mismanagement from the Welsh … |
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Tuesday 27th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th January 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 5 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern that in 2024 over 3,000 road incidents involving horses were recorded by the British Horse Society; further notes with concern that 81% of those incidents occurred because a driver passed a horse too closely or at excessive speed; calls on the Government to review … |
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Monday 26th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th January 2026 St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi) 25 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026)Tabled by: David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) That this House recognises St David’s Day (Dydd Gwyl Dewi), celebrated on 1 March, as the national day of Wales and a celebration of Welsh culture and identity, and of the life and legacy of Saint David (Dewi Sant), the patron saint of Wales; notes that St David’s Day should … |
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Monday 26th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th January 2026 31 signatures (Most recent: 25 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Cameron Thomas (Liberal Democrat - Tewkesbury) That this House notes with concern the thousands of migrants currently working on Health and Care Worker visas, most notably those classified as medium-skilled workers, who, following new Government reforms, will not be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain for a further fifteen years, despite having been promised … |
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Monday 26th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th January 2026 British forces on the front line in Afghanistan 56 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme) This House expresses its sincere gratitude to all members of the British armed forces who served on the front line in Afghanistan with courage, bravery and skill; mourns the loss of the 457 personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice and lost their lives in Afghanistan serving freedom, decency and our … |
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Monday 26th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th January 2026 Legacy of British troops in Afghanistan, Iran and Iraq 7 signatures (Most recent: 27 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes with concern the distress felt by many United Kingdom armed forces veterans following recent public comments relating to military operations in Afghanistan and the Middle East; recognises that such remarks have reopened trauma and grief for those who served and for the families of the fallen; … |
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Thursday 22nd January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th January 2026 38 signatures (Most recent: 23 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House notes the crisis caused by gambling harms, with approximately 2.5% of the adult British population suffering from problem gambling and a further 11.5% experiencing a lower level of harm or elevated risk; further notes with deep concern that an estimated 1.2% of 11 to 17 year olds … |
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Thursday 22nd January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th January 2026 Linda Snelling and the Somerset Bus Partnership 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House commends the hard work and dedication of Linda Snelling of the Somerset Bus Partnership in supporting bus users in Somerset; recognises that this dedication comes at a time when bus mileage in the county has, since 2010, fallen more than 70% according to Government figures; further recognises … |
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Thursday 22nd January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th January 2026 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House expresses its deep sympathies at the passing of Joe Preece who managed the Cupar Foodbank for more than five years; recognises his incredible work and his commitment to making sure everyone felt welcomed and cared for at the Foodbank; notes the laughter and joy which Joe brought … |
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Thursday 22nd January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th January 2026 Ex-Howe of Fife players selected for Scotland 2026 Six Nations 9 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates the three former Howe of Fife rugby players on their selection for the Scotland squad competing in the 2026 Guinness Six Nations Championship; acknowledges the dedication, skill and commitment to the sport that has taken them from grassroots rugby with Howe of Fife to the pinnacle … |
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3 Feb 2026, 12:14 p.m. - House of Commons "information as the legislation progresses. >> Wera Hobhouse. Mr. speaker. >> I recently brought together " Alex Davies-Jones MP, The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Pontypridd, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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5 Feb 2026, 11:37 a.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse Deputy. from the outbreak of the war, our Ukrainian friends have formed ever closer bonds with our communities. " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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10 Feb 2026, 12:30 p.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse. " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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10 Feb 2026, 2:12 p.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse. Thank you, Madam >> Wera Hobhouse. Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. I welcome the publication of the Local Power Plan, and I honestly recognise the government's commitment to " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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10 Feb 2026, 2:35 p.m. - House of Commons "table office. Which brings us to presentation of Bill Wera Hobhouse. " Rt Hon Caroline Nokes MP (Romsey and Southampton North, Conservative) - View Video - View Transcript |
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10 Feb 2026, 2:42 p.m. - House of Commons "in the bill. >> A Wera Hobhouse John Whitby year nos MoD Baggy Shanker Lee Barron " Mr Richard Quigley MP (Isle of Wight West, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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12 Feb 2026, 10:02 a.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse Bath hospitality. weekend services, but Sunday services on continue to be extremely unreliable. Long delays, " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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Railways Bill (Fourteenth sitting)
24 speeches (4,015 words) Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Thirteenth sitting)
98 speeches (20,955 words) Committee stage: 13th sitting Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Eating Disorders (Training)
2 speeches (1,185 words) 1st reading Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Mentions: 1: Richard Quigley (Lab - Isle of Wight West) wherever they are in their journey.Question put and agreed to.Ordered,That Mr Richard Quigley, Wera Hobhouse - Link to Speech |
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Point of Order
3 speeches (255 words) Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Commons Chamber Mentions: 1: Caroline Nokes (Con - Romsey and Southampton North) Non-consensual Recording and Distribution) BillPresentation and First Reading (Standing Order No. 57)Wera Hobhouse - Link to Speech |
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Railways Bill (Eleventh sitting)
59 speeches (15,344 words) Committee stage: 11th sitting Thursday 5th February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Twelfth sitting)
108 speeches (20,011 words) Committee stage: 12th sitting Thursday 5th February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Ninth sitting)
105 speeches (15,301 words) Committee stage: 9th sitting Tuesday 3rd February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Tenth sitting)
130 speeches (24,397 words) Tuesday 3rd February 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Bill
30 speeches (5,364 words) Consideration of Lords amendments Monday 2nd February 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Mentions: 1: Roz Savage (LD - South Cotswolds) Friend the Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse), who has consistently made the case for stronger high seas - Link to Speech |
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Railways Bill (Seventh sitting)
67 speeches (15,447 words) Committee stage: 7th sitting Thursday 29th January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Sixth sitting)
119 speeches (25,373 words) Committee stage: 6th sitting Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Digital Exploitation of Women and Girls
49 speeches (9,169 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Westminster Hall Home Office Mentions: 1: Jess Phillips (Lab - Birmingham Yardley) Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) talked about people who are asleep and being filmed, like Gisèle Pelicot - Link to Speech |
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Railways Bill (Fifth sitting)
81 speeches (15,885 words) Committee stage: 5th sitting Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Women’s Safety: Walking, Wheeling, Cycling and Running
59 speeches (13,864 words) Tuesday 27th January 2026 - Westminster Hall HM Treasury Mentions: 1: Marie Goldman (LD - Chelmsford) Friend the Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) spoke about her personal experience of harassment while cycling - Link to Speech 2: Greg Smith (Con - Mid Buckinghamshire) Members for Bath (Wera Hobhouse), for Bolton North East (Kirith Entwistle) and for North West Leicestershire - Link to Speech 3: Lilian Greenwood (Lab - Nottingham South) Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse), my hon. Friend the Member for Shipley (Anna Dixon) and the hon. - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 4th February 2026 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Building support for the energy transition At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Professor Neil Morisetti - Professor of Climate and Resource Security at University College London Dr Marina Romanello - Executive Director, Lancet Countdown & Associate Professor at Institute for Global Health, University College London Judicaelle Hammond - Director of Policy and Advice at Country Land and Business Association At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Katie White MP - Minister for Climate at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Ryan McLaughlin - Director of Net Zero Strategy at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 11th February 2026 1 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Work of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero At 1:30pm: Oral evidence Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP - Secretary of State at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Clive Maxwell CB CBE - Interim Permanent Secretary at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 25th February 2026 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Revisiting the nuclear roadmap At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Sue Ferns - Senior Deputy General Secretary at Prospect Trade Union David Cunningham - Chartered nuclear engineer Mark Rouse - Skills Director at Nuclear Sector Skills Team At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Zion Lights - Science communicator Cllr Struan Mackie - Highland Councillor at Thurso and Northwest Caithness and Chair of Dounreay Stakeholder Group Cllr Richard Rout - Chair of the New Nuclear Local Authorities Group at Suffolk County Council View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th March 2026 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The cost of energy At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Jonathan Brearley - Chief Executive at Ofgem Akshay Kaul - Director General for Infrastructure at Ofgem Fintan Slye - Chief Executive Officer at National Energy System Operator (NESO) Claire Dykta - Director of Strategy and Policy at National Energy System Operator (NESO) View calendar - Add to calendar |
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6 Feb 2026
Reviewing the electricity market Energy Security and Net Zero Committee (Select) Submit Evidence (by 27 Mar 2026) The Committee is inquiring into what reforms are needed to the UK electricity market to enable the transition to clean, lower cost energy by 2023. After long consultation, the Government indicated last year that it does not intend to undertake wholesale reform toward a model of locational pricing. But it has not set out its thinking or research on the range of possible individual reforms to the current system, that could break down some of the blocks and inefficiencies in the current market (see the Committee’s ongoing inquiry on the Cost of Energy for more work on those). Progressive vs wholesale reform The Committee is now inviting evidence on the range of possible reforms open to Government to implement and their impacts on reaching the UK’s twin goals of 95% clean energy generation by 2030 and bringing down energy bills. |