Information between 12th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
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12 May 2025 - Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 2 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 98 Noes - 402 |
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12 May 2025 - Border Security, Asylum and Immigration 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 - 90 Noes - 318 |
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12 May 2025 - Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House One of 61 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 87 Noes - 404 |
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13 May 2025 - UK-EU Summit - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 62 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 104 Noes - 402 |
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16 May 2025 - Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 54 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 12 Liberal Democrat Aye votes Tally: Ayes - 243 Noes - 279 |
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16 May 2025 - Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - View Vote Context Wera Hobhouse voted Aye - in line with the party majority and in line with the House One of 55 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 10 Liberal Democrat No votes Tally: Ayes - 288 Noes - 239 |
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Agriculture: Inheritance Tax
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Monday 12th May 2025 Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief on the (a) Agricultural Transition Plan and (b) Food Security Strategy. Answered by Daniel Zeichner - Minister of State (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) The Agricultural Transition Plan was the policy of the previous Government and covers the period 2021 to 2024. This Government remains committed to supporting the farming industry by carrying on the transition away from payment for land ownership and towards paying to deliver public goods for the environment. This is why we are investing £5 billion of funding in the farming budget which this Government secured over a two-year period for sustainable farming and nature. More than 50,000 farm businesses and more than half of all farmed land is now being managed in Environmental Land Management (ELM) schemes, including over 38,000 multi-year live Sustainable Farming Incentive agreements covering 4.3 million hectares of land.
The food strategy is about working through partnership across the food system and Government to make our food system one that we can be proud of, protects British traditions, grows the economy, improves people’s health and strengthens food security. We are in the process of developing outcomes and delivery mechanisms for the food strategy, through a programme of stakeholder engagement, alongside expert advice and partnership across Government and the four nations. |
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Eating Disorders: Death
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Tuesday 13th May 2025 Question to the Department of Health and Social Care: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure the accurate recording of deaths related to eating disorders; and what steps he is taking with the (a) National Medical Examiner, (b) Office for National Statistics and (c) Coroners' Society of England and Wales to increase understanding of how eating disorders contribute to deaths. Answered by Ashley Dalton - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department of Health and Social Care) It is important that all deaths are recorded accurately, and it is right that the extent to which eating disorders and other factors have caused or contributed to deaths should be explored further, in collaboration with stakeholders including the National Medical Examiner, the Office for National Statistics, and the Coroners' Society of England and Wales. The National Medical Examiner’s Good Practice Series No. 7 on mental health and eating disorders, published in June 2022, makes it clear to medical examiners how mental health conditions, including eating disorders, should be recorded on the medical certificate of cause of death. The Good Practice Series No. 7 is available at the following link: |
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Drax Power Station: Subsidies
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Thursday 15th May 2025 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, for what reason The Contracts for Difference (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2025 do not include time limits on extended subsidies to Drax. Answered by Michael Shanks - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) The Government agreed Heads of Terms with Drax for short-term support from 2027-2031 to ensure UK security of security, as outlined in the ministerial statement in February. This represents a step-change in arrangements and Drax will provide power only when the system, and consumers really need it. This halves the level of consumer subsidies compared to existing arrangements, saving nearly £6 per household in annual bills.
The referenced statutory instrument makes amendments to the definition of an eligible generator to facilitate support for large scale biomass generators. It does not specify the terms of contracts for difference for individual companies, including time limits. |
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Electricity Interconnectors
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 16th May 2025 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to support interconnector infrastructure. Answered by Michael Shanks - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Interconnector development is a developer-led process in GB. Projects are given regulatory approval through Ofgem, a process with no formal role for Government. We welcome Ofgem’s decision to approve five new interconnector projects, including two Offshore Hybrid Assets, in November 2024.
The Department is in regular communication with interconnector projects at all stages of development and we of course look to support their development where appropriate. |
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Hydrogen: Carbon Emissions
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 16th May 2025 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he is taking steps to develop a strategic framework to enable the integration of hydrogen into future net zero energy systems. Answered by Sarah Jones - Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) Hydrogen will be key in reaching net zero, helping decarbonise industrial processes and heavy transport where it’s harder or more expensive to electrify, complementing wider electrification efforts. Hydrogen to power was identified in our December Clean Power Action plan as a key technology providing low carbon dispatchable generation at a range of scales, benefiting from the UK’s abundance of offshore wind and supporting a decarbonised power system.
We have a comprehensive framework of investible business models to support infrastructure deployment, supporting projects that create real jobs and growth. An update on our hydrogen strategy will be provided later this year. Hydrogen will be key in reaching net zero, helping decarbonise industrial processes and heavy transport where it’s harder or more expensive to electrify, complementing wider electrification efforts. Hydrogen to power was identified in our December Clean Power Action plan as a key technology providing low carbon dispatchable generation at a range of scales, benefiting from the UK’s abundance of offshore wind and supporting a decarbonised power system.
We have a comprehensive framework of investible business models to support infrastructure deployment, supporting projects that create real jobs and growth. An update on our hydrogen strategy will be provided later this year. |
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Active Travel
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Friday 23rd May 2025 Question to the Department for Transport: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact of trends in the size of vehicles on the uptake of active travel by (a) young and (b) other people. Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport) There are no current plans to make an assessment of the potential impact of vehicle sizes on active travel uptake. Active Travel England is working with local authorities across England to support the development of safe and accessible walking and cycling infrastructure and funds various programmes to support the uptake of active travel in young people.
Before a new vehicle is permitted to be sold in Great Britain it is subject to rigorous and comprehensive testing to ensure it meets high standards of passenger and pedestrian safety and complies with emission standards. |
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Energy Company Obligation
Asked by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath) Wednesday 28th May 2025 Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of removing the social housing obligation from future iterations of the Energy Company Obligation scheme on the retrofit measures provided to fuel poor households. Answered by Miatta Fahnbulleh - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) We are committed to meeting fuel poverty and Net Zero targets, and we are currently considering what policy mix will best achieve that, including what role energy company obligations should play post-2026. |
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Thursday 5th June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th June 2025 Lionesses and Welsh women’s national team at the UEFA Women’s European Championship in Switzerland 17 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Chris Bloore (Labour - Redditch) That this House offers its full support to both the England and Wales women’s national football teams as they prepare to compete in the UEFA Women’s European Championship, beginning on 2 July 2025 in Switzerland; acknowledges the England team, led by manager Sarina Wiegman, as the defending champions; celebrates the … |
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Thursday 5th June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 9th June 2025 46 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House expresses deep concern about the proposed construction of a Chinese mega-Embassy in London; notes with alarm the potential national security risks which would result from the proposed Embassy, including an increased capacity for surveillance by the Chinese Communist Party; acknowledges the grave concerns raised by pro-democracy Chinese … |
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Thursday 5th June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th June 2025 16 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford) That this House recognises Surrey Search and Rescue for their invaluable voluntary work in assisting the emergency services to find missing vulnerable adults and children; acknowledges their 24/7 commitment to supporting those in need; commends their team of over 80 people and search dogs for their tireless efforts to keep … |
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Monday 20th January Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 5th June 2025 27 signatures (Most recent: 6 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House recognises the United Kingdom’s long-standing leadership in animal welfare and its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in farming; celebrates the dedication and innovation of British farmers in producing high-quality food while improving animal welfare standards; acknowledges the significant public concern about the welfare of laying hens … |
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Wednesday 4th June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th June 2025 Dental provision in the South West 8 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove) That this House expresses deep concern over the shortage of NHS dental services in the North West of England; is alarmed that parents are frequently advised to seek private dental care for their children simply to access routine check-ups; notes with particular concern that more than 100,000 children aged six … |
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Tuesday 3rd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th June 2025 22 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Roz Savage (Liberal Democrat - South Cotswolds) That this House supports Volunteers Week 2025; celebrates the extraordinary work that volunteers, charities, and grassroots organisations do to support their local communities; notes the work of volunteer-supported organisations across the South Cotswolds, including Cirencester Stroke Club, Tetbury Men's Shed, The Big Yellow Bus Project, Food for Thought, The Churn … |
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Tuesday 3rd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th June 2025 11 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates World Cider Day on 3 June, founded in 2013 to promote the heritage, craftsmanship and cultural significance of cider making around the globe; recognises that cider holds a unique place in British life, with the UK cider industry valued at over £3.4 billion annually, supporting thousands … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 23 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire) That this House notes with concern the chronic delays in the Department for Work and Pensions’ administration of the Access to Work (AtW) scheme, which is vital in supporting disabled people to enter and remain in employment; further notes that new claims for employed applicants are currently taking around nine … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 Wastewater Infrastructure and Environmental Protection in Planning Applications 18 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted) That this House expresses concern about the potential impact of new developments on local water and drainage systems, particularly in areas with chalk streams, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and other protected habitats; notes that water companies often claim a site holds sufficient capacity despite local systems being under strain … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 24 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham) That this House recognises the urgent need to improve diagnostic pathways for brain tumours, the largest cancer killer of the under 40s; notes with concern the findings of The Brain Tumour Charity’s April 2025 report entitled Exploring GP Access to Imaging in England, which highlights significant delays in diagnosis, with … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 50 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex) That this House supports Carers Week 2025, taking place from 9 to 15 June; recognises this year’s theme is entitled Caring about equality; emphasises that millions of unpaid carers looking after family members and friends often face significant challenges and inequalities in their daily lives; asks the Government to address … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 National Fish and Chip Day 2025 17 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh) That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2025, which marks the 10th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging, … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 Reform of NHS dentistry services 36 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham) That this House notes with concern the findings of the Public Accounts Committee's report entitled Fixing NHS Dentistry, which highlights the failure of the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England's 2024 dental recovery plan to improve access to NHS dental services; is alarmed that only 40% of … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 12 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House notes with concern the significant underfunding of schools, leading to severe budgetary pressures and cuts; recognises the considerable strain placed on staff and students, including at a secondary school in Newbury, which faces a projected deficit of £870,000 this year; expresses concern for the impact on staff … |
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Monday 2nd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 19 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates Libraries Week 2025, taking place from Monday 2 June to Sunday 8 June, as a national campaign recognising the vital role libraries, professional librarians and volunteers play in strengthening communities and driving opportunity; welcomes this year’s theme entitled Libraries change lives by sustaining economic growth, which … |
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Tuesday 3rd June Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd June 2025 74 signatures (Most recent: 12 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton) That this House expresses its condemnation of the Israeli government's expansion of military activity in Gaza and declaration of 22 new settlements in the West Bank; denounces Prime Minister Netanyahu's unwillingness to comprehensively lift the devastating aid blockade; rejects as dangerous, insufficient and unworkable the operation of the Gaza Humanitarian … |
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Monday 11th November Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 2nd June 2025 52 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil) That this House notes with concern the dramatic decline in swift populations across the country; recognises that swift bricks are a sensible, low-cost solution to support the reintroduction of swift nesting sites in areas where they have been lost; further notes that swift bricks can be easily implemented into different … |
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Tuesday 11th March Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 2nd June 2025 Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 35 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford) That this House notes that March is Prostate Cancer awareness month; highlights that prostate cancer has become the most common cancer in England, with a massive 25% increase in cases between 2019 and 2023 and a further 1,100 men being diagnosed each year in Northern Ireland; underlines the importance of … |
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Wednesday 30th April Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 2nd June 2025 21 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Carla Denyer (Green Party - Bristol Central) That this House notes that communities across the UK are negatively impacted by inconsiderate pavement parking and its knock-on effects on pavement use by wheelchair users, parents and carers with prams, and other pedestrians; further notes this is a major concern for the charity Guide Dogs who have been calling … |
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Thursday 22nd May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd June 2025 28 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell) That this House welcomes the establishment of the UK-EU Security and Defence Partnership as an important step toward rebuilding structured cooperation on defence issues; recognises the shared interest of both the UK and the EU in strengthening collective European security, particularly in light of Russian aggression in Ukraine and uncertainty … |
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Thursday 22nd May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd June 2025 19 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates Nature-Friendly Farming Week; acknowledges the important role farmers across the UK play in growing food, restoring habitats, protecting wildlife, and strengthening rural communities; congratulates the nature-friendly farming network on their work to expand and support nature-friendly farming in the UK; notes with concern that the abrupt … |
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Wednesday 21st May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd May 2025 36 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2025) Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House welcomes the steps taken at the recent reset Summit to improve UK-EU relations and move beyond the instability and confusion of recent years; recognises the potential for cooperation in areas such as science, defence and food trade to bring tangible benefits to people and businesses across the … |
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Tuesday 20th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st May 2025 12 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House notes with concern the decline of the Shrill carder bee; is alarmed that the Shrill carder bee is now only found in several areas of the UK including the Somerset Levels; further notes the vital role bees and other pollinators play in our ecosystems and food security; … |
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Monday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 23 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset) That this House expresses grave concern over the ongoing sewage pollution crisis in England, particularly in rural constituencies like West Dorset; notes with alarm that over 450,000 sewage spills were recorded across England in 2024, including almost 4,200 in West Dorset, resulting in over 48,000 hours of sewage discharges into … |
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Friday 16th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 Digital-only immigration status 18 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and Kinross-shire) That this House expresses serious concern about the implementation of the digital-only immigration status, which was first rolled out in 2018 for those with status under the EU Settlement Scheme and by the end of 2024 had been extended to all migrants with an immigration status in the UK; notes … |
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Monday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 25 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset) That this House celebrates World Bee Day, a UN-designated day whose theme this year is to highlight the critical roles bees and other pollinators play in agri-food systems and the health of our planet's ecosystems; notes with concern the rise of the Asian hornet and its effect on wildlife and … |
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Monday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 25 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House notes that 19 May 2025 marks World IBD Day, a global initiative to raise awareness of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis; recognises that over 500,000 people in the UK are currently living with Crohn’s or colitis, with 25,000 more diagnosed each year; … |
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Monday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 7 signatures (Most recent: 20 May 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton) That this House celebrates St Dunstan’s Day on 19 May, honouring the life and legacy of one of England’s most influential saints; acknowledges that St Dunstan was born in 909 AD in Baltonsborough, near Glastonbury, and that his early life in Somerset helped shape the values and spiritual depth that … |
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Monday 19th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th May 2025 45 signatures (Most recent: 10 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton) That this House celebrates 20 May 2025 as World Bee Day, designated by the United Nations in order to raise awareness of the essential role bees and other pollinators play in promoting individual and planetary health; recognises the centrality of bees to the British way of life, from the quiet … |
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Friday 16th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th May 2025 International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia 36 signatures (Most recent: 6 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House recognises 17 May as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia; further recognises the concern and fear that many LGBTQ+ people have felt in recent years, particularly in the trans community, despite the progress made in securing rights and protections for LGBTQ+ people in law; notes … |
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Friday 16th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th May 2025 24 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House recognises the profound impact of dementia on both those living with the condition and their loved ones; commends the work of the Alzheimer's Society in establishing Dementia Action Week to encourage people experiencing signs of dementia to seek vital help and support; applauds the initiatives of Thatcham … |
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Thursday 15th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th May 2025 UK aid for global forests and indigenous peoples 20 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House expresses deep concern at the threat to UK support for global forests and the rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities (IPLCs) as a result of reductions to the Official Development Assistance (ODA) budget; notes that tropical forests are vital to climate regulation, biodiversity, food security and … |
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Wednesday 14th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 15th May 2025 Import of goods from Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory 33 signatures (Most recent: 4 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire) That this House notes that the International Court of Justice has called for all states to abstain from entering into economic or trade dealings with Israel concerning the Occupied Palestinian Territory or parts thereof which may entrench its unlawful presence in the territory and to take steps to prevent trade … |
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Wednesday 14th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th May 2025 45 signatures (Most recent: 5 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House regrets the decision taken by organisers of several Pride marches and parades across the UK to not allow political parties to march; further regrets that that decision partly stems from a lack of trust in politicians and Government amongst many in the LGBTQ+ community; notes that many … |
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Wednesday 14th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th May 2025 24 signatures (Most recent: 22 May 2025) Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West) That this House expresses deep concern at the decision by the Jewish LGBT+ charity KeshetUK and other Jewish LGBTQ+ groups to withdraw from Pride in London this year, marking the second consecutive year they have felt unable to participate due to safety concerns and a lack of adequate assurances from … |
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Wednesday 14th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th May 2025 Universities and international students 29 signatures (Most recent: 3 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire) That this House is deeply proud of the UK’s place as a world-leader in research and teaching in universities and other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), home to many of the world’s leading universities; notes with concern the deep financial issues facing many universities and HEIs, with more than four in … |
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Monday 12th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Thursday 15th May 2025 Improving equestrian road safety awareness 29 signatures (Most recent: 19 May 2025)Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury) That this House acknowledges the vital role of horses in rural communities, particularly in areas such as Lambourn, known for its contributions to British horse racing; notes with deep concern that in 2024 alone, 3,100 road incidents involving horses were reported to the British Horse Society; recognises that one third … |
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Thursday 24th April Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th May 2025 30 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Jess Asato (Labour - Lowestoft) That this House celebrates Foster Care Fortnight from May 12 to May 25 in its aim to raise awareness about fostering and highlight the transformative role of foster carers; recognises the importance of foster care for providing children who are unable to live with their families with a safe, stable … |
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Monday 12th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025 38 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2025) Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House recognises the benefits of a comprehensive Youth Mobility Scheme between the UK and the European Union; urges the Government to adopt a more ambitious approach to negotiations, acknowledging that such a scheme would enhance cultural exchange, expand opportunities for our young people and boost our economy; calls … |
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Monday 12th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025 29 signatures (Most recent: 13 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Roz Savage (Liberal Democrat - South Cotswolds) That this House notes that around 5,000 overseas-qualified dentists are currently waiting to sit the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) in order to practice dentistry in the UK; further notes that each application process costs individuals approximately £5,000; highlights the case of one South Cotswolds constituent who has been unable to … |
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Monday 12th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025 31 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park) That this House believes that victims of crime should be able to access a transcript of court proceedings free of charge; notes that this would improve transparency throughout the criminal justice process; regrets the extortionate costs associated with court transcript fees, noting particular instances where victims were changed up to … |
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Monday 12th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025 Community Energy Pathways and the King’s Award for Sustainable Enterprise 30 signatures (Most recent: 11 Jun 2025)Tabled by: Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire) That this House congratulates Community Energy Pathways (CEP), a not-for-profit community energy social enterprise based in Lewes, East Sussex, on being awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Sustainable Enterprise; notes that this award reflects two years of rigorous due diligence by the King’s Fund, acknowledging CEP’s outstanding contribution to empowering … |
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Thursday 8th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th May 2025 45 signatures (Most recent: 6 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough) That this House recognises the importance of, and celebrates, Deaf Awareness Week 2025; acknowledges this year’s theme, Beyond Silence; congratulates organisations such as the British Deaf Association, the Royal National Institute for Deaf People, and the National Deaf Children’s Society for the vital work they do in supporting deaf people, … |
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Wednesday 30th April Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 12th May 2025 69 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East) That this House welcomes the second annual Trans+ History Week; notes the week held from 5 to 11 May 2025 will celebrate the millenia-old history and contributions of transgender, non-binary, gender-diverse and intersex people; highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Trans+ communities that includes high rates in hate crimes and … |
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Thursday 8th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th May 2025 UK role in peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina 22 signatures (Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)Tabled by: James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes) That this House notes with deep concern the ongoing threats to peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly the actions of Milorad Dodik in rejecting the authority of the international peace envoy and undermining the Dayton Agreement; recalls the consistent warnings of the late Lord Ashdown, former High Representative … |
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Thursday 8th May Wera Hobhouse signed this EDM on Monday 12th May 2025 71 signatures (Most recent: 9 Jun 2025) Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock) That this House expresses its outrage at proposals by the Israeli Government to indefinitely occupy Gaza; condemns the plans for the further forced displacement of Palestinians; affirms its belief that, if realised, these would constitute clear breaches of international law; notes with immense concern that these proposals will only make … |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Fourteenth sitting)
67 speeches (14,323 words) Committee stage: 14th sitting Thursday 22nd May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Thirteenth sitting)
76 speeches (14,451 words) Committee stage: 13th sitting Thursday 22nd May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Eleventh sitting)
86 speeches (16,955 words) Committee stage: 11th sitting Tuesday 20th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Twelfth sitting)
142 speeches (27,590 words) Committee stage: 12th sitting Tuesday 20th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Ninth sitting)
74 speeches (12,250 words) Committee stage: 9th sitting Thursday 15th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Tenth sitting)
118 speeches (23,223 words) Committee stage: 10th sitting Thursday 15th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Seventh sitting)
124 speeches (16,905 words) Committee stage: 7th sitting Wednesday 14th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Eighth sitting)
164 speeches (24,119 words) Committee stage: 8th sitting Wednesday 14th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Local Housing Need Assessment Reform
42 speeches (14,104 words) Tuesday 13th May 2025 - Westminster Hall Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Sixth sitting)
143 speeches (25,762 words) Committee stage: 6th sitting Tuesday 13th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill (Fifth sitting)
103 speeches (18,732 words) Committee stage: 5th sitting Tuesday 13th May 2025 - Public Bill Committees Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government |
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Thursday 22nd May 2025
Report - 1st Report - Retrofitting homes for net zero Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: Christopher Chope (Conservative; Christchurch) Torcuil Crichton (Labour; Na h-Eileanan an Iar) Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025
Oral Evidence - Energy UK, Island Green Power, and RWE Renewables National planning for energy infrastructure - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: meeting Members present: Bill Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Melanie Onn; Torcuil Crichton; Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025
Oral Evidence - Energy Networks Associaiton, National Grid Electricity Transmission, and National Energy System Operator (NESO) National planning for energy infrastructure - Energy Security and Net Zero Committee Found: meeting Members present: Bill Esterson (Chair); Ms Polly Billington; Melanie Onn; Torcuil Crichton; Wera Hobhouse |
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Jun. 02 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 2 June 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 30 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 30 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 23 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 23 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 22 2025
Chair’s provisional selection and grouping of amendments in Committee - 22 May 2025 Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-26 Selection of amendments: Commons Found: Chairs: Wera Hobhouse, Dr Rupa Huq, Christine Jardine, Derek Twigg Clerks: Simon Armitage x3276 |
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May. 22 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 22 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 21 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 21 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Victoria Collins Kenneth Stevenson Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 21 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 21 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 20 2025
Chair’s provisional selection and grouping of amendments in Committee - 20 May 2025 Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-26 Selection of amendments: Commons Found: the course of debate on amendments to the clause/schedule (Standing Order No. 68) Chairs: Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 20 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 20 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 19 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 19 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Victoria Collins Kenneth Stevenson Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 19 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 19 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 16 2025
Consideration of Bill Amendments as at 16 May 2025 - large print Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Victoria Collins Kenneth Stevenson Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 16 2025
Consideration of Bill Amendments as at 16 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Victoria Collins Kenneth Stevenson Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 16 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 16 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 15 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 15 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Mr Angus MacDonald Sarah Smith Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 15 2025
Chair’s provisional selection and grouping of amendments in Committee - 15 May 2025 Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-26 Selection of amendments: Commons Found: the course of debate on amendments to the clause/schedule (Standing Order No. 68) Chairs: Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 15 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 15 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 14 2025
Bill 183 2024-25 (as introduced) Political Donations Bill 2024-26 Bill Found: Chowns, Liz Jarvis, Sorcha Eastwood, James MacCleary, Claire Young, Mr Alistair Carmichael, Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 14 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 14 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Rebecca Paul Mr Angus MacDonald Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 14 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 14 May 2025 Crime and Policing Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Christine Jardine Emily Darlington Sarah Champion Daisy Cooper Sarah Dyke Antonia Bance Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 13 2025
Notices of Amendments as at 13 May 2025 Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26 Amendment Paper Found: Cocking Sarah Olney Rebecca Paul Patricia Ferguson Simon Hoare Adam Jogee Mary Kelly Foy Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 13 2025
Chair’s provisional selection and grouping of amendments in Committee - 14 May 2025 Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-26 Selection of amendments: Commons Found: the course of debate on amendments to the clause/schedule (Standing Order No. 68) Chairs: Wera Hobhouse |
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May. 12 2025
Chair’s provisional selection and grouping of amendments in Committee - 13 May 2025 Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2024-26 Selection of amendments: Commons Found: the course of debate on amendments to the clause/schedule (Standing Order No. 68) Chairs: Wera Hobhouse |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025 2:15 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: National planning for energy infrastructure At 2:30pm: Oral evidence Lawrence Slade FEI - Chief Executive at Energy Networks Associaiton Charlotte Mitchell - Chief Planning Officer at National Grid Electricity Transmission At 3:30pm: Oral evidence Charles Wood - Deputy Director, Policy (Systems) at Energy UK Chandni Ruparelia - Chief Operating Officer at Island Green Power Eleri Wilce - Head of Offshore Consents UK & Ireland at RWE Renewables View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025 2:15 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: National planning for energy infrastructure View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025 9 a.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: National planning for energy infrastructure At 9:30am: Oral evidence Sam Richards - Chief Executive Officer at Britain Remade Jackie Copley MRTPI - Campaigns Lead at Campaign for Protection of Rural England Isobel Morris - Senior Policy Officer - Energy at Royal Society for the Protection of Birds At 10:30am: Oral evidence Peta Donkin - Board Member and Policy and Practice Lead at National Infrastructure Planning Association Ali Leeder - Director at Aeos Infrastructure Planning Graham Gunby - National Infrastructure Planning Manager at Suffolk County Council View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 21st May 2025 2:15 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: National planning for energy infrastructure At 2:30pm: Oral evidence Lawrence Slade FEI - Chief Executive at Energy Networks Associaiton Charlotte Mitchell - Chief Planning Officer at National Grid Electricity Transmission Julian Leslie CEng FIET - Director Strategic Energy Planning and Chief Engineer at National Energy System Operator (NESO) At 3:30pm: Oral evidence Charles Wood - Deputy Director, Policy (Systems) at Energy UK Chandni Ruparelia - Chief Operating Officer at Island Green Power Eleri Wilce - Head of Offshore Consents UK & Ireland at RWE Renewables View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The cost of energy At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Caroline Abrahams - Charity Director at Age UK Maria Booker - Head of Policy at Fair By Design Matt Copeland - Head of Policy and Public Affairs at National Energy Action View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 4th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: The cost of energy At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Caroline Abrahams - Charity Director at Age UK Maria Booker - Head of Policy at Fair By Design Matt Copeland - Head of Policy and Public Affairs at National Energy Action At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Merlin Hyman - Chief Executive at Regen Angus McCarey - Chief Executive Officer at Uswitch Dhara Vyas - Chief Executive Officer at Energy UK View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 11th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Smart meters At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Sara Higham - Director of Corporate Affairs at Smart Energy GB Alex Belsham-Harris - Head of Energy Consumer Markets at Citizens Advice Ned Hammond - Deputy Director for Policy at Energy UK At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Penny Brown - Chief Operating Officer at Smart DCC Pil Krogh Tygesen - Energy Counsellor at Embassy of Denmark Simon Elam - Principal Research Fellow at UCL Energy Institute View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 18th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Building support for the energy transition At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Luke Tryl - Executive Director at More in Common Rachel Brisley - Director, Energy and Environment at Ipsos UK Professor Karen Bickerstaff - Professor of Human Geography at University of Exeter and Chair of ACCESS Net Zero Taskforce At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Amanda Grimm - Policy Manager at Community Energy Scotland Claire Chappell - Head of Behaviour Change & Engagement at Climate Action Wales Dr Amanda Slevin - Co-Director, Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action at Queen's Univeristy Belfast View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 18th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Building support for the energy transition At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Luke Tryl - Executive Director at More in Common Rachel Brisley - Director, Energy and Environment at Ipsos UK Professor Karen Bickerstaff - Professor of Human Geography at University of Exeter and Chair of ACCESS Net Zero Taskforce At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Amanda Grimm - Policy Manager at Community Energy Scotland Claire Chappell - Head of Behaviour Change & Engagement at Climate Action Wales Dr Amanda Slevin - Co-Director, Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action at Queen's University Belfast View calendar - Add to calendar |
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Wednesday 18th June 2025 2:30 p.m. Energy Security and Net Zero Committee - Oral evidence Subject: Building support for the energy transition At 3:00pm: Oral evidence Luke Tryl - Executive Director at More in Common Rachel Brisley - Director, Energy and Environment at Ipsos UK Professor Karen Bickerstaff - Professor of Human Geography at University of Exeter and member of ACCESS Net Zero Taskforce At 4:00pm: Oral evidence Amanda Grimm - Policy Manager at Community Energy Scotland Claire Chappell - Head of Behaviour Change & Engagement at Climate Action Wales Dr Amanda Slevin - Co-Director, Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action at Queen's Univeristy Belfast View calendar - Add to calendar |