House of Commons Debates
305 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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| 2026 - 23 Feb - 26 Mar (8 debates) | ||
| March - 03-26 Mar (6 debates) | ||
| 26 Mar 2026 (2 debates) | ||
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Local Government Reorganisation
Ministerial Statement
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Alison McGovern Wirral South Lab | View |
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Palliative Care
Ministerial Statement
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Layla Moran Oxford West and Abingdon Lib Dem | View |
| 18 Mar 2026 (1 debate) | ||
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Flooding: Rural Communities
Adjournment Debate
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Alicia Kearns Rutland and Stamford Con | View |
| 16 Mar 2026 (1 debate) | ||
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Heating Oil Support
Ministerial Statement
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Martin McCluskey Constituency Lab | View |
| 09 Mar 2026 (1 debate) | ||
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Social Cohesion Action Plan
Ministerial Statement
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Steve Reed Streatham and Croydon North Labour (Co-op) | View |
| 03 Mar 2026 (1 debate) | ||
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SEND Provision: Local Authorities
Adjournment Debate
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Chris Coghlan Dorking and Horley Lib Dem | View |
| February - 23 Feb (2 debates) | ||
| Recess February Recess (13 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026) | ||
| 23 Feb 2026 (2 debates) | ||
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Local Government Reorganisation
Ministerial Statement
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Steve Reed Streatham Labour (Co-op) | View |
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Kinship Carer Identification
Adjournment Debate
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Tom Collins Worcester Lab | View |
| 2024 - 08 Jan - 22 May (41 debates) | ||
| May - 07-22 May (9 debates) | ||
| 22 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Funding for Local Councils
Adjournment Debate
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Helen Morgan North Shropshire Lib Dem | View |
| 21 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Constitutional Law
General Debate
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John Lamont Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk Con | View |
| 20 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Families in Temporary Accommodation
Adjournment Debate
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Siobhain McDonagh Mitcham and Morden Lab | View |
| 17 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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School Attendance Bill - Clause not specified, debate on third reading of the bill
Bill Debate
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Vicky Ford Chelmsford Con | View |
| 13 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Substandard Housing
Adjournment Debate
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George Galloway Rotherham Ind | View |
| 09 May 2024 (2 debates) | ||
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Local Government Officials: Bullying
Adjournment Debate
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Julian Lewis New Forest East Con | View |
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Backbench Business
General Debate
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Grahame Morris Easington Lab | View |
| 08 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Coastal Communities: East Devon
Adjournment Debate
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Richard Foord Honiton and Sidmouth Lib Dem | View |
| 07 May 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Tamar Crossings
Adjournment Debate
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Sheryll Murray South East Cornwall Con | View |
| April - 15-30 Apr (9 debates) | ||
| 30 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Public Amenities (Adoption by Local Authorities)
General Debate
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Gareth Thomas Harrow West Labour (Co-op) | View |
| 26 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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High Streets (Improvement) Bill - Third Reading
Bill Debate
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Jack Brereton Stoke-on-Trent Central Con | View |
| 24 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Heritage Public Houses
General Debate
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Marco Longhi Dudley South Con | View |
| 23 Apr 2024 (2 debates) | ||
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Childcare Entitlements
Ministerial Statement
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David Johnston Constituency Con | View |
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Derbyshire County Council
Adjournment Debate
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Roger Gale Herne Bay and Sandwich Con | View |
| 22 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Food Poverty Strategy
Adjournment Debate
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Chris Stephens Glasgow South West SNP | View |
| 18 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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New Build Homes Standards: North Yorkshire
Adjournment Debate
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Andrew Jones Harrogate and Knaresborough Con | View |
| 17 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Midge Hall Railway Station
Adjournment Debate
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Katherine Fletcher South Ribble Con | View |
| 15 Apr 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Gender Non-conforming Young People
Adjournment Debate
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Neale Hanvey Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath SNP | View |
| March - 05-26 Mar (7 debates) | ||
| 26 Mar 2024 (2 debates) | ||
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National Networks National Policy Statement
General Debate
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Guy Opperman Erith and Thamesmead Con | View |
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Disposal of Waste (Advertising and Penalty Provision)
General Debate
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Paul Bristow Peterborough Con | View |
| 20 Mar 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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HMRC Self-Assessment Helpline
Ministerial Statement
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Nigel Huddleston Droitwich and Evesham Con | View |
| 19 Mar 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Music Education
Adjournment Debate
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Michael Ellis Northampton North Con | View |
| 14 Mar 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Estimates Day
General Debate
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Robin Walker Worcester Con | View |
| 07 Mar 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Pavement Parking
Adjournment Debate
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Liz Twist Blaydon and Consett Lab | View |
| 05 Mar 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Automated and Electric Vehicles Bill - Second Reading (general debate on the bill)
Bill Debate
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Mark Harper Fittleworth Con | View |
| February - 01-27 Feb (6 debates) | ||
| 27 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Road Safety: North Yorkshire
Adjournment Debate
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Keir Mather Selby Lab | View |
| 22 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Mole Valley Local Plan
Adjournment Debate
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Paul Beresford Mole Valley Con | View |
| 20 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Walking and Cycling: Government Support
Adjournment Debate
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Trudy Harrison Copeland Lab | View |
| 07 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Local Government Finance
General Debate
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Lee Rowley North East Derbyshire Con | View |
| 02 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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School Attendance (Support and Guidance) Bill - Clause 1 & Clause 2
Bill Debate
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Vicky Ford Chelmsford Con | View |
| 01 Feb 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Financial Distress in Local Authorities
Ministerial Statement
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Clive Betts Sheffield South East Lab | View |
| January - 08-26 Jan (10 debates) | ||
| 26 Jan 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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High Street (Improvement) Bill - Clause 1
Bill Debate
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Jack Brereton Stoke-on-Trent Central Con | View |
| 23 Jan 2024 (3 debates) | ||
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Revised National Planning Framework
Adjournment Debate
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Maria Miller Basingstoke Con | View |
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Miscellaneous
General Debate
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Bridget Phillipson Houghton and Sunderland South Lab | View |
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Children Not in School: National Register and Support
General Debate
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Bridget Phillipson Houghton and Sunderland South Lab | View |
| 18 Jan 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Adjournment Debate
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Shaun Bailey West Bromwich West Con | View |
| 15 Jan 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Public Services in Cornwall: Funding
Adjournment Debate
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Steve Double St Austell and Newquay Con | View |
| 11 Jan 2024 (2 debates) | ||
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Cost of Living Support: Carshalton and Wallington
Adjournment Debate
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Elliot Colburn Carshalton and Wallington Con | View |
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Backbench Business
General Debate
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None | View |
| 09 Jan 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Grangemouth Oil Refinery: Energy Security
Adjournment Debate
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Kenny MacAskill East Lothian SNP | View |
| 08 Jan 2024 (1 debate) | ||
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Storm Henk
Ministerial Statement
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Robbie Moore Keighley and Ilkley Con | View |
| 2023 - 18 Dec (1 debate) | ||
| December - 18 Dec (1 debate) | ||
| 18 Dec 2023 (1 debate) | ||
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Highways Maintenance and Integrated Transport Funding
Adjournment Debate
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Jonathan Gullis Stoke-on-Trent North Con | View |
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