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House of Commons Commission
18 June 2026
Lead MP
Alex Mayer
Debate Type
General Debate
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Other Contributors: 4
At a Glance
Alex Mayer raised concerns about house of commons commission in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Asked about the steps being taken to reduce non-cruelty-free cleaning products used on the parliamentary estate and suggested meeting with the body that runs the international approval programme for cruelty-free products.
Nick Smith
Lab
Blaenau Gwent
Reported progress in reducing non-cruelty-free cleaning products from nine to three, and stated willingness to put the cleaning contractor in touch with the suggested body. Additionally, he discussed the Commission's assessment of the potential impact of closure on education outreach teams.
Inquired about the impact of closing the Education and Engagement Outreach Team on schools, expressing concern that it may make Parliament more removed from young people across the country.
Expressed dismay at the proposal to not have humans in contact with young people and emphasised the importance of personal engagement for youth.
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