MondayPast
13 April 2026 — 13 items
Housing, Communities and Local Government (including Topical Questions)
This is a scheduled question time session where MPs will quiz the Housing, Communities and Local Government Secretary on departmental issues and policies. Topical questions allow MPs to raise urgent or current housing, community, and local governance matters affecting their constituencies. The session covers a broad range of issues from housing supply and affordability to local government funding and community cohesion.
e-petition 732342 relating to statutory menstrual leave
A Westminster Hall debate on an e-petition calling for statutory menstrual leave in the UK. The debate will examine whether employers should be legally required to allow employees time off during menstruation, exploring the potential health, equality, and workplace implications of such a policy.
First Delegated Legislation Committee: The draft Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026
This is a technical amendment to building safety regulations that affects the Responsible Actors Scheme, which governs who can work on higher-risk buildings. The regulations modify rules about which organisations and individuals are permitted to take on safety responsibilities in new residential construction.
e-petition 731497 relating to a disclosure and safeguarding mechanism for at-risk children
This Westminster Hall debate examines proposals for a new disclosure and safeguarding mechanism designed to better protect children identified as at-risk. The petition calls for improved systems to identify vulnerable children and ensure relevant information is shared between agencies to prevent harm.
Business and Trade Committee
This is a procedural motion for the Committee of Selection to appoint or confirm members of the Business and Trade Committee. The Committee of Selection is responsible for allocating MPs to departmental select committees. This particular motion, sponsored by Jessica Morden (Labour, Newport East), relates to staffing arrangements for the Business and Trade Committee.
Southport Inquiry
Shabana Mahmood will make a ministerial statement to the Commons regarding the Southport Inquiry. This concerns the public investigation into the circumstances surrounding the serious incident in Southport, likely including matters of public safety, emergency response, and potential policy implications arising from the inquiry's findings.
North Atlantic activity
A ministerial statement on North Atlantic activity, likely covering NATO operations, naval activities, or security developments in the North Atlantic region. This provides Parliament with an update on UK defence and security posture in a strategically important area.
Business of the House (Today)
This is a procedural motion on the Business of the House for 13 April 2026, sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell (Labour MP for Tynemouth). It sets out the Commons' scheduled business for that day. Such motions are routine parliamentary procedure used to organise the legislative agenda and debate timetable.
Update on Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill
A ministerial statement providing an update on the Diego Garcia military base and the British Indian Ocean Territory Bill. This addresses the UK's sovereignty and defence interests in the Indian Ocean, likely following diplomatic developments regarding the territory's status and the future of the strategic US-UK military installation.
Middle East
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will make a ministerial statement to Parliament on Middle East affairs. This is likely to address the UK government's position on recent developments, conflicts, or diplomatic initiatives in the region, including issues relating to Israel-Palestine, Syria, Iran, or other regional tensions.
Experiences and outcomes for young people with cancer
An adjournment debate on the experiences and outcomes for young people diagnosed with cancer. The debate will examine how the NHS and support services are meeting the needs of young cancer patients, including treatment outcomes, psychological support, and quality of life during and after treatment.
Debate on a motion on SEND provision and reform
This backbench debate examines provision and reform in the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) system. The motion will likely scrutinise current support for children with additional needs, identify gaps in service delivery, and discuss potential reforms to improve outcomes and ensure schools and local authorities have adequate resources.
Foreign Affairs Committee
This is a procedural motion to reconstitute the Foreign Affairs Committee membership in the House of Commons. Jessica Morden (Labour MP for Newport East) is sponsoring the motion on behalf of the Committee of Selection, which determines the composition of select committees. The motion will formally appoint or reappoint members to the Foreign Affairs Committee.