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Cabinet Office (including Topical Questions)

MPs question Cabinet Office ministers on government policy and administration. Topical Questions allow members to raise urgent or current issues affecting the public. This is a routine accountability mechanism where the government's grip on cross-departmental priorities—from civil service reform to constitutional matters—comes under parliamentary scrutiny.

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs if she will make a statement on the situation in Sudan and diplomatic efforts towards a ceasefire

Priti Patel, the Conservative shadow foreign secretary, has tabled an urgent question demanding a statement from the Foreign Secretary on the humanitarian and military crisis in Sudan and the government's diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire. Sudan has been wracked by civil conflict since April 2023, triggering one of the world's worst humanitarian emergencies. This urgent question tests whether the Labour government has an active strategy to end the fighting and protect British interests in the region.

Business Questions to the Leader of the House

Business Questions to the Leader of the House is a weekly procedural session where MPs quiz the government's chief business manager about the timetable of Commons debates, legislative priorities, and parliamentary arrangements. Sir Alan Campbell, the current Leader of the House, fields questions on what business will be scheduled in coming weeks and handles requests to debate specific issues. The session allows backbenchers to lobby for time on matters they regard as urgent.

Business of the House (Today)

This is a procedural motion to set out the business of the House for the day. Sir Alan Campbell, as a Labour MP, is sponsoring the motion to outline which bills, statements, and other items will be debated in the Commons chamber today. It is a routine scheduling item with no specific policy content.

Modernisation Committee: Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee Debates

The Modernisation Committee will take oral evidence on potential reforms to how the Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee conduct their debates in the Commons. This is a procedural review examining whether these committees' current arrangements for scheduling and managing backbench and public-facing business remain fit for purpose, or whether changes could improve their effectiveness and responsiveness.

e-petition 752646 relating to pro Israel influence on UK politics and democracy

A Westminster Hall debate on an e-petition concerning the alleged influence of pro-Israel lobbying on UK politics and democracy. The debate will air concerns about the scale and nature of pro-Israel advocacy groups' activities in Parliament and their potential impact on UK foreign policy decision-making and parliamentary independence.

Presentation of ballot bills

Twenty MPs from across Conservative, Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Reform UK parties are presenting private members' bills drawn from the ballot. This is a routine procedural event where backbench MPs introduce legislation they wish to pursue. The bills will now proceed to their first reading and join the queue for Commons time, though most private members' bills face substantial hurdles to passage unless they command broad cross-party support or government tacit approval.

Backbench Business Committee: Proposals for backbench debates

The Backbench Business Committee is receiving oral evidence on proposals for how to structure and allocate time for backbench-led debates in the House of Commons. This is a procedural and governance matter that determines which topics backbench MPs can raise and debate when, affecting parliamentary scrutiny and the voice of non-frontbench members.

Business of the House (today)

A routine procedural motion on the day's parliamentary business, sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell, the Labour MP for Tynemouth and current Leader of the House of Commons. This is a standard daily fixture that sets out the order of Commons debates and business for the sitting, allowing the government to manage the parliamentary timetable and giving MPs notice of what will be debated.

Business of the House

This is a procedural motion on the Business of the House, tabled by Sir Alan Campbell (Labour, Tynemouth). Such motions allow the government to set out parliamentary business for the coming week or sitting, or to propose changes to the order of business. The motion itself has no specific policy content; it is a routine mechanism for managing Commons timetabling and priorities.

Scotland

This is a scheduled oral questions session on Scotland, where MPs will pose questions to the Scotland Office or relevant Scottish ministers. Oral questions provide an opportunity for backbench MPs to scrutinise government policy affecting Scotland and raise constituency concerns on the record. The specific topics covered will depend on the questions tabled by MPs, which have not yet been published.

International Development Committee: The situation in the West Bank and East Jerusalem

A private meeting of the International Development Committee scheduled for June 2026. The committee will discuss matters within its remit of overseeing UK aid policy, development programmes, and international development spending. No specific agenda items are listed in the published business papers.

Backbench Business Committee: Proposals for backbench debates

The Backbench Business Committee is receiving oral evidence on proposals for how backbench MPs can secure time for Commons debates on issues of their choosing. This is a procedural inquiry into the mechanisms by which backbenchers—MPs not in government or shadow cabinet roles—can initiate parliamentary business and raise constituents' concerns on the floor of the House.

Modernisation Committee: Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee Debates

The Modernisation Committee will hear oral evidence on reforming how the Backbench Business Committee and Petitions Committee operate their debate slots in the Commons. This is an internal parliamentary procedure review to assess whether current mechanisms for backbench-led business and constituent petition debates are fit for purpose, and whether changes could improve their effectiveness and visibility.

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs if she will make a statement on the humanitarian situation in Cuba, following the US naval and financial blockade

Jeremy Corbyn has tabled an urgent question asking the Foreign Secretary to make a statement on the humanitarian crisis in Cuba, attributed to the decades-long US naval blockade and financial sanctions. The question seeks to draw government attention to the effects of these measures on Cuban civilians and to establish the UK's position on this longstanding geopolitical dispute.

Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee: The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's investigations into the Charity Commission

The Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee will hear oral evidence from the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman about their investigations into the Charity Commission. The session will examine whether the regulator has handled complaints and governance issues properly, with implications for how charities are overseen and how complaints against regulatory bodies are resolved.

Preparedness for national emergencies

A Westminster Hall debate on how prepared the UK is for major national emergencies, sponsored by Graeme Downie. The debate will examine civil contingency planning, the resilience of critical infrastructure and public services, and whether government systems can respond effectively to large-scale crises such as pandemics, natural disasters, or security threats.

Response to Humble Address Motion

Darren Jones, the Chief Secretary to the Treasury, will respond to a Humble Address Motion in the House of Commons. A Humble Address is a formal parliamentary device by which the Commons petitions the Crown (in practice, the government) to take action or provide information on a matter of public concern. The exact subject of this Address is not specified in the available information, but Jones's role suggests it may concern fiscal, economic, or treasury matters. The response will set out the government's position on whatever issue the Commons has formally raised.

Imprisonment of Craig and Lindsay Foreman in Iran

Tony Vaughan will raise in the Commons the case of Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who are imprisoned in Iran. The adjournment debate will focus on securing their release and pressing the government to pursue diplomatic channels to free the British nationals.

Business Questions to the Leader of the House

Business Questions is a standing weekly opportunity for MPs to quiz the Leader of the House about the government's legislative agenda, priorities, and parliamentary management. MPs ask about forthcoming business, reasons for the shape of the Commons timetable, and government intentions on major issues. The session tests the government's ability to defend its scheduling choices and communicate its direction to Parliament.

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade if he will make a statement on the Government’s return to the Humble Address regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Chris Bryant is asking the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to make a statement about the Government's response to a Humble Address concerning Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. A Humble Address is a formal parliamentary mechanism for requesting information or action from the Crown or Government on a matter of public concern. The item suggests Parliament has formally petitioned the Government on an issue involving the King's son, and Bryant is seeking clarity on the Government's position and next steps.

Joint Committee on Human Rights

This is a procedural motion to establish or reconstitute the Joint Committee on Human Rights, a cross-party body comprising MPs and peers that scrutinises the government's compliance with human rights law and the European Convention on Human Rights. Jessica Morden, a Labour MP, is sponsoring the motion on behalf of the Committee of Selection. The motion formalises the committee's membership and terms of reference for the new parliamentary session.

Continuation of the debate on the King’s Speech on backing business to create economic growth

The Debate on the Address is a procedural parliamentary occasion held after a new session begins, in which MPs respond to the Queen's Speech (or, in this case, a formal address outlining the government's legislative agenda). This May 2026 debate will give backbenchers and opposition parties the chance to air priorities and challenge the government on its stated aims across all policy areas. The debate typically lasts several days and covers the full range of government business.

Dillon Judgment

Hilary Benn will make a ministerial statement to the Commons about the Dillon Judgment. The judgment's precise subject matter is not specified in the available details, but ministerial statements on court rulings typically address government response to legal decisions affecting policy or administration. This statement will likely outline how the government intends to comply with or respond to the court's findings.

Commons - Main Chamber

This is the formal Debate on the Address, a procedural Commons sitting that follows the State Opening of Parliament. MPs debate the Government's legislative agenda and priorities as set out in the Queen's Speech. The debate allows opposition parties and backbenchers to scrutinise the Government's programme and set out their own positions before business begins in earnest.

Commons - Main Chamber

The State Opening of Parliament is a ceremonial event marking the formal start of a new Parliamentary session. The monarch outlines the government's legislative agenda through the Queen's (or King's) Speech, setting out the bills and priorities the government intends to pursue over the coming year.

Business of the House (Today)

This is a procedural motion on the Business of the House, typically used to outline or confirm the upcoming parliamentary business for the day. Sir Alan Campbell, the Labour MP for Tynemouth and a senior Commons figure, is sponsoring this motion. It allows the House to agree on the order and content of today's business.

A Royal Commission is expected: any business scheduled after it has been received will not be proceeded with The Speaker will not adjourn the House until a Message has been received from the Lords Commissioners (if the Business of the House (Today) motion is agreed to).

This is a procedural notice that Parliament will be prorogued (dissolved). A Royal Commission message from the Lords Commissioners is expected, and once received, no further business will be conducted that day. The Speaker will keep the House in session until this formal message arrives, which formally ends the parliamentary session.

In-Person Banking Services

This is a procedural motion under Standing Order No. 23 to seek permission to introduce a Bill. The specific details of the proposed legislation are not yet provided. Alan Mak, Conservative MP for Havant, is sponsoring a Ten Minute Rule Motion to gain leave to bring forward a Bill, which will be outlined during the debate.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Business of the House (Today)

This is a procedural motion setting out the business of the House for the day of 27 April 2026. It is sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell, the Labour MP for Tynemouth and a senior parliamentary figure. Such motions are routine governance items that formally notify MPs of the day's parliamentary agenda.

Progress update on the Government's ongoing work to respond to the Humble Address motion

This is a ministerial statement providing a progress update on the Government's response to a Humble Address motion passed by Parliament. A Humble Address is a formal parliamentary request to the Government to take action or provide information on a matter of public concern. The statement will outline what steps have been taken to address the motion's requirements.

Consideration of a carry-over motion relating to the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill

This is a procedural business item scheduled for the Commons on 27 April 2026. It provides time for consideration of any messages from the House of Lords, should they be necessary. Lords messages typically relate to amendments to bills or requests for further consideration of Commons decisions, and would be handled on an as-needed basis.

Criminal proceedings (juror absence)

This is a procedural motion to allow Sally Jameson (Labour MP for Doncaster Central) to introduce a new Bill under the Ten Minute Rule. The specific details of the proposed Bill have not yet been disclosed. The motion itself is a standard parliamentary procedure that, if agreed, permits the MP to present the Bill's objectives in a ten-minute speech before the Commons.

Business of the House (Today)

This is a procedural motion on the Business of the House for 22 April 2026, sponsored by Sir Alan Campbell (Labour, Tynemouth). Such motions are routine parliamentary business that set out the agenda and conduct of Commons proceedings for that day. This item does not relate to specific policy substantive content.

Courts and Tribunals Bill: Further to consider the Bill

Parliament is continuing detailed scrutiny of the Courts and Tribunals Bill in General Committee, where MPs examine clauses and propose amendments. This stage focuses on the technical provisions governing how courts and tribunals operate, their administration, and potentially their reform.