TuesdayPast
28 April 2026 — 32 items
Foreign Affairs Committee: Work of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
The Foreign Affairs Committee will scrutinise the work and priorities of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). This oral evidence session examines the department's performance in managing UK foreign policy, international development, and diplomatic operations across its global network.
Education Committee: Screen Time and Social Media
The Education Committee is conducting oral evidence sessions to investigate the effects of screen time and social media on young people. This inquiry will examine how digital devices and social platforms impact children's wellbeing, development, and educational outcomes, and will likely explore what regulatory or policy measures should be considered.
Courts and Tribunals Bill: Further to consider the Bill
Parliament is continuing detailed scrutiny of the Courts and Tribunals Bill in General Committee. This stage allows MPs to examine the Bill's clauses in depth, propose amendments, and debate specific provisions affecting the court and tribunal system.
Culture, Media and Sport Committee: Major events
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee is holding an oral evidence session to examine issues related to major events in the UK. This inquiry will likely explore how major sporting, cultural, and entertainment events are organized, funded, and regulated, and what challenges or opportunities exist in hosting such events.
Government support for park home owners
This Westminster Hall debate examines government support measures for park home owners in the UK. Park home owners face particular vulnerabilities including site rent increases, limited legal protections, and potential eviction risks, making this a targeted discussion on housing security and affordability for this specific residential sector.
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee: Work of the Department and its arm’s-length bodies
The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee will hold an oral evidence session examining the work and performance of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and its arm's-length bodies. This is a routine parliamentary accountability exercise where MPs scrutinise how the department is delivering its policy objectives across environmental protection, farming, food systems, and rural development.
Defence Committee: Defence in the High North
The Defence Committee is holding an oral evidence session to examine UK defence strategy and capabilities in the High North region, which encompasses Arctic and sub-Arctic areas including waters around Greenland, Iceland, and northern Scandinavia. This inquiry focuses on understanding military preparedness, NATO operations, and strategic challenges in this increasingly geopolitically significant area as Russia expands its Arctic presence.
City of London (Markets) Bill: To consider the Bill
The Commons is considering the City of London (Markets) Bill, which relates to the regulation and operation of markets within the City of London's jurisdiction. This oral evidence session before a select or joint committee will examine the bill's provisions, likely focusing on how market operations, trading rules, and regulatory oversight should be reformed or updated.
UK-India Technology Security Initiative
A Westminster Hall debate on the UK-India Technology Security Initiative, exploring enhanced technological and security cooperation between the UK and India. The debate will examine the strategic partnership's scope, implementation, and implications for both nations' technological sovereignty and defence capabilities.
Treasury (including Topical Questions)
This is a regular Treasury oral questions session where MPs question the Treasury minister on government spending, taxation, and economic policy. Topical Questions allow members to raise urgent current issues affecting public finances and the economy without advance notice.
International Development Committee: The UK’s development partnership with Nigeria
The International Development Committee will hear oral evidence on the UK's development partnership with Nigeria. This inquiry examines the nature, scope, and effectiveness of British development assistance to Nigeria, Africa's most populous country and a major regional economic power.
Justice Committee: Work of the Ministry of Justice
The Justice Committee will conduct oral evidence sessions examining the overall work and performance of the Ministry of Justice. This is a routine parliamentary oversight hearing where the committee will scrutinise the department's operations, policy delivery, budget allocation, and departmental priorities across its areas of responsibility including courts, prisons, legal aid, and sentencing.
Home Affairs Committee: Violence Against Women and Girls strategy update
The Home Affairs Committee will receive oral evidence on the government's Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy. This hearing will examine the current approach, progress, and effectiveness of policies and measures designed to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls, including domestic abuse, sexual assault, and harassment.
Women and Equalities Committee: Experiences of women in live comedy
The Women and Equalities Committee will hear oral evidence on the experiences of women in live comedy. This inquiry examines barriers, discrimination, and workplace conditions that women comedians face in the live performance sector, including issues of safety, harassment, pay equity, and opportunities for progression.
Business and Trade Committee: Industrial Strategy
This is a private meeting of the Business and Trade Committee, a select committee responsible for scrutinising government policy and performance on business, trade, and enterprise matters. The committee examines issues affecting the UK's economic competitiveness, trade relationships, and business environment.
City of London (Markets) Bill: To consider the Bill
The Commons is considering the City of London (Markets) Bill, which will regulate markets under the jurisdiction of the City of London Corporation. This is likely to address the governance, operation, and modernisation of traditional markets in the City of London, potentially affecting market traders, vendors, and the historic market infrastructure in central London.
Courts and Tribunals Bill: Further to consider the Bill
Parliament is reconvening in General Committee to continue detailed examination of the Courts and Tribunals Bill. This is the second or further consideration of the Bill, where MPs scrutinise specific clauses, amendments, and provisions affecting the court system and tribunal structures across the UK.
International parental child abduction
This Westminster Hall debate, sponsored by Rachel Gilmour MP, examines the issue of international parental child abduction—when one parent unlawfully removes a child across international borders. The debate will explore how the UK can better protect children caught in cross-border family disputes and improve coordination with international authorities and legal frameworks.
Funding for fire and rescue services
Matt Vickers is raising concerns about funding for fire and rescue services in a Westminster Hall debate. This forum allows MPs to highlight issues and seek accountability from government on specific topics without requiring legislation, giving Vickers an opportunity to press the Labour government on firefighter resources, service adequacy, and budget allocation.
Potential merits of a national accident prevention strategy
This Westminster Hall debate explores whether the UK should adopt a national accident prevention strategy to reduce injuries and deaths across the population. Sir Andrew Mitchell is sponsoring discussion on how a coordinated, cross-government approach to accident prevention could save lives and reduce the burden on NHS and emergency services.
Backbench Business Committee: Election of Chair and nomination of members in the 2026-27 Session
This is a procedural motion to elect a new Chair and nominate members of the Backbench Business Committee for the 2026-27 parliamentary session. The Backbench Business Committee is responsible for allocating time in the House of Commons for debates chosen by backbench MPs rather than the government, ensuring backbenchers have a voice in setting the parliamentary agenda.
Business of the House (Today)
This is a routine procedural motion on the Business of the House for 28 April 2026, sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell (Labour, Tynemouth). It sets out the Commons' agenda and business items for that day, allowing the government to organize parliamentary time and priorities.
Local Area Energy Plans
This is a procedural Ten Minute Rule Motion by Labour MP James Naish seeking permission to introduce a new Bill under Standing Order No. 23. The specific details of the proposed Bill have not yet been provided, so the subject matter and policy intent cannot be determined from this notice alone.
Houses in multiple occupation
This adjournment debate, sponsored by Reform UK MP Lee Anderson, addresses the policy and regulation of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) — residential properties occupied by unrelated people sharing facilities. The debate will examine issues surrounding HMO licensing, management standards, and their impact on local communities and housing supply.
If necessary, Consideration of Lords message to the Pension Schemes Bill
The Commons is considering amendments or objections sent back by the House of Lords to the Pension Schemes Bill. This is a key stage in the legislative process where the two chambers reconcile their positions on pension reforms before the Bill can receive Royal Assent.
If necessary, Consideration of Lords message to the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill
The Commons will consider a message from the House of Lords regarding the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. This procedure occurs when the Lords has made amendments or objections to legislation passed by the Commons, requiring the lower house to decide whether to accept, reject, or further amend the Lords' position. The bill aims to devolve powers to local communities and regions in England.
Consequential amendments arising from the Backbench Business Committee motion
This is a procedural motion concerning consequential amendments arising from a previous Backbench Business Committee motion. Consequential amendments are technical changes made to existing legislation or parliamentary procedure to reflect or implement the effect of another measure. The item allows Parliament to make necessary adjustments following the backbench motion without requiring a separate full debate.
If necessary, Consideration of Lords messages
This is a procedural holding slot in the Commons parliamentary timetable for consideration of Lords messages, if needed on 28 April 2026. Lords messages typically relate to amendments made by the House of Lords to bills passed by the Commons, or requests for Commons reconsideration of Lords positions on legislation. The 'if necessary' designation means this business will only be scheduled if Lords messages requiring Commons consideration are formally transmitted.
Privilege
An emergency debate on parliamentary privilege, sponsored by senior members from Conservative and Liberal Democrat parties. This concerns a matter of parliamentary procedure and the rights and protections afforded to Members of Parliament, likely triggered by a specific incident or breach affecting one or more MPs.
Backbench Business Committee
This is a procedural motion relating to the Backbench Business Committee, sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell. The Backbench Business Committee is responsible for allocating time in the Commons for backbench-led debates and business, allowing non-frontbench MPs to raise issues of their choice. This motion likely relates to committee operations, membership, or the allocation of backbench business time.
Select Committee chair elections
This is the annual election of chairs for Commons Select Committees, scheduled for April 2026. Select Committee chairs are elected by MPs and hold significant responsibility for scrutinising government departments and policy areas. The motion is being sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell, a senior Labour MP.
Select Committee Statements
Sir Alan Campbell (Labour MP for Tynemouth) will make a statement to the Commons on behalf of a Select Committee. Select Committee statements are formal reports presented to Parliament on inquiries, investigations, or findings within a committee's remit. The specific subject matter of this statement is not detailed in the scheduling information provided.