House of Commons Debates
236 main chamber debates on legislation and government business
What are House of Commons Debates?
House of Commonsdebates take place in the main chamber of the House of Commons, where MPs scrutinise legislation, debate government policy, and hold ministers accountable. These debates are central to the UK's democratic process and cover everything from new bills to urgent matters of national importance.
- Debates cover bills at various stages of the legislative process, from first reading to final approval
- MPs from all parties can participate, question ministers, and propose amendments to legislation
- Urgent debates address time-sensitive issues requiring immediate parliamentary attention
- General debates allow wide-ranging discussion on government policy and current affairs
Types of House of Commons debates:
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Ministerial Statements: Government ministers announce major policy decisions. Minister speaks -> Shadow Secretary responds -> MPs ask questions.
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Urgent Questions: MPs ask pressing questions requiring immediate government response. MP asks -> Minister answers -> Follow-up questions.
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Adjournment Debates: End-of-day debates where an MP raises a constituency concern. MP presents issue (15-30 mins) -> Minister responds.
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General Debates: Multiple MPs debate legislation, budgets, or policies. Various speakers -> May include minister/shadow responses -> Sometimes ends with vote.
| Debate | Lead MP | Actions |
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| 2023 - 10 Jan - 09 Nov (34 debates) | ||
| November - 07-09 Nov (2 debates) | ||
| 09 Nov 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Funding for Canals
Adjournment Debate
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David Morris Morecambe and Lunesdale Con | View |
| 07 Nov 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Debate on the Address
General Debate
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Robert Goodwill Scarborough and Whitby Con | View |
| October - 16-25 Oct (4 debates) | ||
| 25 Oct 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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International Rail Services: Kent
Adjournment Debate
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Damian Green Ashford Con | View |
| 20 Oct 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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The Regulatory Impact Assessment Bill - Clause 1 and Clause 2
Bill Debate
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Christopher Chope Christchurch Con | View |
| 18 Oct 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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South Fylde Line
Adjournment Debate
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Mark Menzies Fylde Con | View |
| 16 Oct 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Zero-emission Vehicles, Drivers and HS2
General Debate
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Mark Harper Fylde Con | View |
| September - 18-19 Sep (3 debates) | ||
| 19 Sep 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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West Coast Main Line Franchise
Ministerial Statement
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Jesse Norman Hereford and South Herefordshire Con | View |
| 18 Sep 2023 (2 debates) | ||
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High Speed 2
Ministerial Statement
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Richard Holden Basildon and Billericay Con | View |
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UK Automotive Industry
General Debate
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Nusrat Ghani Sussex Weald Con | View |
| July - 06-18 Jul (2 debates) | ||
| 18 Jul 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Transport Infrastructure: Warrington
Adjournment Debate
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Andy Carter Warrington South Lab | View |
| 06 Jul 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Rail Ticket Offices
Ministerial Statement
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Huw Merriman Dover Con | View |
| June - 07-26 Jun (4 debates) | ||
| 26 Jun 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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East Birmingham Tram Line
Adjournment Debate
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Liam Byrne Birmingham Hodge Hill Lab | View |
| 20 Jun 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Transport Accessibility: Bolton West
Adjournment Debate
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Chris Green Bolton West Con | View |
| 12 Jun 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Stem Cell Transplant Patients
Adjournment Debate
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Mark Tami Alyn and Deeside Lab | View |
| 07 Jun 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Road Safety (Cycle Helmets)
General Debate
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Mark Pawsey Rugby Con | View |
| May - 02-22 May (6 debates) | ||
| 22 May 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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G7 Summit
Ministerial Statement
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Rishi Sunak Richmond and Northallerton Con | View |
| 17 May 2023 (2 debates) | ||
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Buses: Funding
Ministerial Statement
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Richard Holden Basildon and Billericay Con | View |
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Local Bus Services: Funding
Adjournment Debate
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Liz Twist Blaydon and Consett Lab | View |
| 11 May 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Rail Services
Ministerial Statement
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Mark Harper Bexhill and Battle Con | View |
| 03 May 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Greater London Authority Act 1999 (Amendment)
General Debate
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Theresa Villiers Chipping Barnet Con | View |
| 02 May 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Wythenshawe and Sale Town Centres: Regeneration
Adjournment Debate
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Mike Kane Wythenshawe and Sale East Lab | View |
| March - 03-28 Mar (7 debates) | ||
| 28 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Bus Services (Consultation)
General Debate
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Dean Russell Watford Con | View |
| 22 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Small Businesses in Railway Arches
Adjournment Debate
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Helen Hayes Dulwich and West Norwood Lab | View |
| 20 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Rail Services
Ministerial Statement
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Mark Harper West Worcestershire Con | View |
| 16 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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HS2 Ltd and Local Community Relations
Adjournment Debate
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Saqib Bhatti Meriden and Solihull East Con | View |
| 14 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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HS2: Revised Timetable and Budget
Ministerial Statement
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Huw Merriman Bewdley Con | View |
| 09 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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New Clevedon Seafront Road Scheme: Safety
Adjournment Debate
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Liam Fox North Somerset Con | View |
| 03 Mar 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Major Transport Infrastructure Construction
Adjournment Debate
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Greg Smith Mid Buckinghamshire Con | View |
| January - 10-31 Jan (6 debates) | ||
| 31 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Clean Air
General Debate
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Geraint Davies Croydon Hills Lab | View |
| 26 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Midlands Metro Extension
Adjournment Debate
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Shaun Bailey West Bromwich West Con | View |
| 25 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Britishvolt
Adjournment Debate
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Ian Lavery Wansbeck Lab | View |
| 18 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Train Services: South Gloucestershire
Adjournment Debate
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Luke Hall Thornbury and Yate Con | View |
| 11 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Pokesdown Railway Station
General Debate
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Tobias Ellwood Bournemouth East Con | View |
| 10 Jan 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Industrial Action
Ministerial Statement
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Grant Shapps Sarcelles Con | View |
| 2022 - 15 Jun - 20 Dec (16 debates) | ||
| December - 01-20 Dec (5 debates) | ||
| 20 Dec 2022 (2 debates) | ||
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Bus Routes: Local Consultation
Adjournment Debate
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Dean Russell Watford Con | View |
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Christmas Adjournment
General Debate
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Bob Blackman Harrow East Con | View |
| 15 Dec 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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West Coast Main Line: Services
General Debate
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Virginia Crosbie Ynys Môn Con | View |
| 01 Dec 2022 (2 debates) | ||
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Rail Cancellations and Service Levels
Ministerial Statement
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Huw Merriman Bewley Con | View |
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Unadopted Roads: New Housing Estates
Adjournment Debate
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Andrew Selous South West Bedfordshire Con | View |
| November - 02-18 Nov (4 debates) | ||
| 18 Nov 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Fleet Solid Support Ships
Ministerial Statement
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Alex Chalk Conway Con | View |
| 14 Nov 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Low Traffic Neighbourhoods: Latchford
Adjournment Debate
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Andy Carter Warrington South Con | View |
| 08 Nov 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Night Flights: Impact on Communities
Adjournment Debate
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Sarah Olney Richmond Park Lib Dem | View |
| 02 Nov 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Bus Services: Blaydon
Adjournment Debate
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Liz Twist Blaydon Lab | View |
| October - 12 Oct (1 debate) | ||
| 12 Oct 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Hedge End Train Station: Accessibility
Adjournment Debate
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Paul Holmes Hamble Valley Con | View |
| September - 07 Sep (1 debate) | ||
| 07 Sep 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Avanti West Coast
Ministerial Statement
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Trudy Harrison Constituency Con | View |
| June - 15-20 Jun (5 debates) | ||
| 20 Jun 2022 (4 debates) | ||
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Industrial Action on the Railway
Ministerial Statement
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Grant Shapps Welwyn Hatfield Con | View |
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HS2 (High Speed Rail) Bill - Section from Crewe to Manchester
Bill Debate
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Wendy Morton Aldridge-Brownhills Con | View |
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Business of the House (Today)
General Debate
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Peter Bone Wellingborough Con | View |
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Other
General Debate
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Yvonne Fovargue Wigan Lab | View |
| 15 Jun 2022 (1 debate) | ||
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Rail Strikes
General Debate
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Grant Shapps, MP for Welwyn Hatfield Conservative Con | View |