Information between 13th January 2026 - 2nd February 2026
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Wednesday 21st January 2026 7 p.m. Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Adjournment - Main Chamber Subject: Anti-social behaviour on canals and rivers in Bath View calendar - Add to calendar |
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20 Jan 2026 - Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 62 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 344 Noes - 182 |
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20 Jan 2026 - Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 63 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 347 Noes - 185 |
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20 Jan 2026 - Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 347 Noes - 184 |
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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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21 Jan 2026 - Northern Ireland Troubles: Legacy and Reconciliation - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 60 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 373 Noes - 106 |
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21 Jan 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse 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 - 316 Noes - 194 |
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21 Jan 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 63 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 195 Noes - 317 |
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21 Jan 2026 - National Insurance Contributions (Employer Pensions Contributions) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse 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 - 191 Noes - 326 |
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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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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 68 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 187 Noes - 351 |
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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 65 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 348 Noes - 167 |
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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 64 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 1 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 184 Noes - 331 |
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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 62 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 172 Noes - 334 |
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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 59 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 181 Noes - 335 |
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13 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 62 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 344 Noes - 173 |
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12 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 63 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 324 Noes - 180 |
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12 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 60 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 167 Noes - 350 |
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12 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 63 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 188 Noes - 341 |
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12 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 64 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 185 Noes - 344 |
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12 Jan 2026 - Finance (No. 2) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 65 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 344 Noes - 181 |
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14 Jan 2026 - Public Order - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse 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 - 301 Noes - 110 |
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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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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Antisocial Behaviour on Canals and Rivers: Bath
Wera Hobhouse contributed 5 speeches (1,760 words) Wednesday 21st January 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (37 words) Tuesday 20th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Mobile Phones and Social Media: Use by Children
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (88 words) Tuesday 20th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Science, Innovation & Technology |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Oral Answers to Questions
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (82 words) Monday 19th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Education |
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Wera Hobhouse speeches from: Arctic Security
Wera Hobhouse contributed 1 speech (69 words) Monday 19th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office |
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Wednesday 21st January 21 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary since Emperor Haile Selassie moved to Fairfield House in Bath in 1936 while in exile during the Italian occupation of East Africa; recognises the significance of Haile Selassie as the central figure in Rastafarianism; further recognises his many years campaigning against fascist dictator … |
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Monday 9th February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2026 5 signatures (Most recent: 11 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 34 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 9 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 11 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 73 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 16 signatures (Most recent: 9 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 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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Tuesday 3rd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th February 2026 Artificial Intelligence chatbots 33 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 11 signatures (Most recent: 10 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 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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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 32 signatures (Most recent: 10 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 90th anniversary of the Spitfire 26 signatures (Most recent: 11 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 33 signatures (Most recent: 9 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 43 signatures (Most recent: 10 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 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 12 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 19 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 23 signatures (Most recent: 6 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 27 signatures (Most recent: 6 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 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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Monday 2nd February Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 37 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 Role of the House of Lords in scrutinising legislation 46 signatures (Most recent: 12 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 12 signatures (Most recent: 6 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 13 signatures (Most recent: 9 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 70 signatures (Most recent: 12 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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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 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 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 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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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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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 28 signatures (Most recent: 9 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 37 signatures (Most recent: 10 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 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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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 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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Wednesday 21st January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd January 2026 Edinburgh Zoo’s veterinary achievements and Poly the northern rockhopper penguin 12 signatures (Most recent: 5 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House congratulates Edinburgh Zoo on the remarkable recovery of Poly, a northern rockhopper penguin, following her second surgery to treat a serious infection in her eye socket; notes that Poly has now returned to her colony at Penguins Rock and continues to be monitored by expert veterinary staff; … |
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Wednesday 21st January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd January 2026 Geoffrey Hayes contribution to engineering 8 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife) That this House congratulates Mr Geoffrey Hayes, a resident of Lomond View in North East Fife, on being celebrated for a remarkable 50-year contribution to engineering; recognises the outstanding dedication and impact of his work over five decades, both locally and within the wider engineering community; honours the positive difference … |
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Tuesday 20th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st January 2026 27 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester) That this House recognises lack of adequate action on the importation of illegal meat coming in to the UK via ports like Dover; notes that Dover Port Health has now removed over 300 tonnes of illegal meat; further notes that this has been a recognised issue for over two decades … |
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Tuesday 20th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st January 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House is deeply concerned by reports of the killing of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu labourer, in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, in December 2025, following an incident of mob violence; expresses grave alarm at continued reports of attacks, intimidation and violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh, including members of the … |
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Tuesday 20th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st January 2026 Commemorating National Care Leaver’s Month November 2025 22 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle) That this House notes the importance of the first National Care Leavers Month in November 2025 and celebrates that a month is dedicated to this important cause; acknowledges the difficulties and inequities that care leavers face, including a cliff edge of support and services that disappear suddenly, a postcode lottery … |
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Thursday 15th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th January 2026 Sustainable and Integrated Transport for Ullswater 10 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale) That this House commends the outstanding work of Sustainable and Integrated Transport for Ullswater (SITU) who are dedicated to reducing car dependency and improving access to the Ullswater Valley through affordable, environmentally friendly transport; recognises that SITU’s Ullswater Bus service carried over 5,500 passengers in 2025, up from 3,669 in … |
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Monday 19th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th January 2026 Public health campaign on tackling stigma towards suicide 43 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House highlights, on Blue Monday, that every life lost to suicide is a tragedy; recognises the importance of breaking down barriers surrounding the stigma towards the topic of suicide; understands the importance of opening up conversations on the issue; further acknowledges that many people do not feel comfortable … |
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Monday 19th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th January 2026 23 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House wishes Dolly Parton a happy 80th birthday; recognises her philanthropic efforts through the Dollywood Foundation to inspire children in her home county to achieve educational success; acknowledges that the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has been in operation for over 30 years, gifting millions of free books to … |
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Monday 19th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th January 2026 17 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes the Big Garden Bird Watch which runs from 23 to 25 January 2026; notes that the RSPB are asking people to spend an hour watching the birds in their patch, garden and local area, and to record the highest number of each bird species you see … |
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Monday 19th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th January 2026 9 signatures (Most recent: 29 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House celebrates the re-opening of Chard Young People’s Centre as The Hive; recognises the tireless efforts of Chard Town Council and local community activists in saving the site from closure; notes the importance of youth clubs up and down the country in providing safe and supportive environments for … |
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Thursday 15th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th January 2026 Richard Clothier MBE for services to sustainable agriculture and food production 12 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House congratulates Richard Clothier, a third-generation cheesemaker and the managing director of Wyke Farms in Wykechampflower, on being awarded an MBE in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours for services to sustainable agriculture and food production; recognises that for over 160 years, Wyke Farms has been producing … |
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Thursday 15th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 19th January 2026 33 signatures (Most recent: 10 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House recognises that 13,000 people a year are diagnosed with brain cancer yet treatment and survival chances have not significantly progressed in decades; notes a key reason for the poor survival rates is due to a lack of tissue freezing; is concerned that in many hospitals, tumour tissue … |
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Thursday 15th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th January 2026 Sarah Massey MBE for services to women’s rugby 7 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jan 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House congratulates Sarah Massey on being awarded an MBE in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours for services to women’s rugby following the successful delivery of the Women’s Rugby World Cup and the triumph of the England Women’s Rugby Team; notes that under Sarah’s leadership, the tournament … |
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Thursday 15th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 19th January 2026 12 signatures (Most recent: 21 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire) That this House acknowledges the excellent work of the Veterans’ Orthopaedic Service based at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Gobowen; commends the delivery of more than 35,000 veteran patient appointments since the service opened a decade ago; notes its status as the largest provider of specialist … |
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Wednesday 14th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th January 2026 Peter Hill, visiting every pub in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2020 17 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans) That this House congratulates the outstanding achievement of Peter Hill who has visited all 4,429 pubs featured in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2020; notes that on Friday 9 January 2026 the award-winning pub The Mermaid in St Albans had the honour of being the final pub Peter visited as … |
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Wednesday 14th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 15th January 2026 52 signatures (Most recent: 6 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House applauds the courage and resilience shown by the Iranian people in standing up to the tyrannical leaders of their country, and recognises the echoes of the bravery demonstrated following the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022 at the hands of the religious morality police; believes that the … |
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Wednesday 14th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 15th January 2026 70 signatures (Most recent: 11 Feb 2026) Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House notes with serious concern reports that, from 31 December 2025, international non-governmental organisations operating in the Occupied Palestinian Territories have been informed that their registrations are due to expire under a newly introduced Israeli registration system, requiring the cessation of activities and the withdrawal of staff within … |
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Tuesday 13th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th January 2026 Somerset Bus Partnership and Bus Users UK Awards 2025 13 signatures (Most recent: 4 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House congratulates Somerset Bus Partnership on winning the Non Stop Impact Award at the Bus Users UK Catch the Bus 2025 Awards; notes that the award was received in recognition of the partnership’s tireless campaigning throughout the year which led the way to the highest number of events … |
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Monday 12th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th January 2026 Use of UK bases by the United States and international law in relation to Greenland 46 signatures (Most recent: 3 Feb 2026)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House expresses concern at increasingly explicit rhetoric from the US Administration regarding Greenland; reaffirms that the future of Greenland is a matter for the Greenlanders and the Kingdom of Denmark alone, and that Denmark is a NATO ally whose sovereignty must be respected; recalls the 1952 Churchill–Truman Communiqué, … |
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Wednesday 7th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th January 2026 Newborn bloodspot screening for spinal muscular atrophy 34 signatures (Most recent: 2 Feb 2026)Tabled by: Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley) That this House recognises the life-changing difference early diagnosis and treatment can make for babies with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA); notes that SMA is a rare but serious genetic condition which, if untreated, can cause severe disability or early death; further notes that gene therapies exist which are most effective … |
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Monday 12th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th January 2026 13 signatures (Most recent: 16 Jan 2026) Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon) That this House commends volunteers and trustees of Earth Action North Devon, formerly Plastic Free North Devon, for their exemplary environmental leadership during 2025; applauds more than fifteen hundred community volunteers who collected more than 2.4 metric tonnes of discarded plastic and other waste across more than forty community clean-ups; … |
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19 Jan 2026, 7:25 p.m. - House of Commons "partnership to strengthen our maritime security. Wera Hobhouse. " Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP, Foreign Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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19 Jan 2026, 2:51 p.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse. proudly welcomed hundreds of Ukrainian refugees, and we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, especially in Alexandria, " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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20 Jan 2026, 12:46 p.m. - House of Commons ">> Wera Hobhouse Mr Speaker. >> Through his new folly over Greenland, President Trump is " Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP, Foreign Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley, Labour) - View Video - View Transcript |
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20 Jan 2026, 1:56 p.m. - House of Commons " Wera Hobhouse Deputy Speaker After more than a year raising the issue in this House, illegal drugs, issue in this House, illegal drugs, including spice, are still blazingly sold to children online. If that is not harm, I don't know " Wera Hobhouse MP (Bath, Liberal Democrat) - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 Jan 2026, 7:28 p.m. - House of Commons "do now adjourn. Wera Hobhouse. >> Thank you, Madam Deputy Speaker. Our waterways in Bath are the envy " Remaining Orders of the Day - View Video - View Transcript |
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21 Jan 2026, 7:28 p.m. - House of Commons "now adjourn. >> The question is that this House do now adjourn. Wera Hobhouse. " Remaining Orders of the Day - View Video - View Transcript |
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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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Railways Bill (Third sitting)
64 speeches (11,181 words) Committee stage: 3rd sitting Thursday 22nd January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Railways Bill (Fourth sitting)
123 speeches (25,726 words) Committee stage: 4th sitting Thursday 22nd January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Antisocial Behaviour on Canals and Rivers: Bath
16 speeches (4,026 words) Wednesday 21st January 2026 - Commons Chamber Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Mentions: 1: Mary Creagh (Lab - Coventry East) Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) on securing the debate and thank her for raising this important issue - Link to Speech 2: Jim Shannon (DUP - Strangford) Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) in trying to find a way forward. - Link to Speech |
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Railways Bill (First sitting)
97 speeches (17,938 words) Committee stage: 1st sitting Tuesday 20th January 2026 - Public Bill Committees HM Treasury |
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Railways Bill (Second sitting)
173 speeches (33,734 words) Committee stage: 2nd sitting Tuesday 20th January 2026 - Public Bill Committees Department for Transport |
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Chinese Embassy
71 speeches (6,839 words) Tuesday 13th January 2026 - Commons Chamber Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Mentions: 1: Luke Taylor (LD - Sutton and Cheam) Friend the Member for Bath (Wera Hobhouse) being prevented from going into Hong Kong, and sanctions being - Link to Speech |
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Wednesday 21st January 2026
Oral Evidence - Flexitricity, ADE: Demand, and University of Reading The cost of energy - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Bill Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Lizzi Collinge; Torcuil Crichton; Graeme Downie; Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 21st January 2026
Oral Evidence - Energy Networks Association, Energy Systems Catapult, and University of Strathclyde The cost of energy - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Bill Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Lizzi Collinge; Torcuil Crichton; Graeme Downie; Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 21st January 2026
Special Report - 4th Special Report – Tackling the energy cost crisis: Government Response Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Torcuil Crichton (Labour; Na h-Eileanan an Iar) Graeme Downie (Labour; Dunfermline and Dollar) Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 14th January 2026
Oral Evidence - Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Building support for the energy transition - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Sir Christopher Chope; Lizzi Collinge; Graeme Downie; Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 14th January 2026
Oral Evidence - Ofgem, Ofgem, Ofcom, and Ofcom Building support for the energy transition - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Sir Christopher Chope; Lizzi Collinge; Graeme Downie; Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 28th January 2026 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Unlocking community energy at scale At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Helen Seagrave - Director of Local Energy at Great British Energy Victoria Moxham - Director of Customer and Code Management at Elexon Marzia Zafar - Deputy Director, Energy Systems Design and Development at Ofgem At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Michael Shanks MP - Minister for Energy at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Emma Floyd - Director, Clean Energy Investment at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero View calendar - Add to calendar |
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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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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. |