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Human Remains (Prohibition of Sale, Purchase and Advertising) 2026-02-04
04 February 2026
Lead MP
Bell Ribeiro-Addy
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Economy
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Bell Ribeiro-Addy raised concerns about human remains (prohibition of sale, purchase and advertising) 2026-02-04 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves for leave to bring in a Bill to prohibit the buying and selling of human remains. Cites examples of human bones, skulls, and organs sold through various platforms without regulation. Stresses moral and ethical concerns about colonial era thefts and current trade practices. Emphasises need for legal prohibition to address unregulated sales.
Clapham and Brixton Hill
Calls for a Bill prohibiting the sale of human remains, citing issues such as lack of regulation, ethical concerns from colonial era thefts, and current trade practices. Highlights examples like skulls, bones, organs sold through social media and auction sites without oversight.
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