Wednesday, 20 May 2026
I remind Members that the private Members’ Bill ballot book is open today in the No Lobby until 6 pm. It will then be taken into the Public Bill Office and remain open for signatures until...
The Secretary of State was asked—
If she will take urgent steps to protect children online.
What discussions she has had with the science and technology sector on closer regulatory alignment with the EU.
What steps she is taking to support grassroot organisations working to improve digital inclusion.
What steps her Department has taken to help ensure that parents and children are able to engage with the consultation entitled “Growing up in the online world: a national consultation.”
What steps she is taking to help ensure artificial intelligence is developed responsibly.
If she will make a statement on her departmental responsibilities.
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 20 May.
12.39 pm
On a point of order, Mr Speaker. The west bank village of Khan al-Ahmar is under threat at the moment and is being forcibly evacuated by Israeli forces and illegal settlers. Will you advise me on...
Debate resumed (Order, 19 May). Question again proposed, That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, as follows: Most Gracious Sovereign, We, Your Majesty’s most dutiful and loyal...
I inform the House that I have selected the amendment (o) in the name of the Leader of the Opposition, which will be moved at the start of the debate, and amendments (l) in the name of the right...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 118(6)),
That the draft Controlled Drugs (Drug Precursors) (Amendment and Revocation) Regulations 2026, which were laid before this House on 26 February, in the last session of Parliament, be approved....
That the draft Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) Act 1990 (Amendment) Order 2026, which was laid before this House on 26 February, in the last session of Parliament, be...
That the draft Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations 2026, which were laid before this House on 2 March, in the last session of Parliament, be approved.—(Mark Ferguson.)...
Shropshire is the only county in England without a direct train service connecting it to London. I stand here today alongside my neighbours from Wrexham, Ruabon, Wolverhampton, South Shropshire,...
The proposed rushed closure of the care unit at Bridlington hospital in my constituency is deeply concerning and must not go ahead. The unit provides vital short-stay rehabilitation close to...
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Mark Ferguson.)
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