March 13, 2025
UK Parliament addressed diverse issues including business support, NHS restructuring, mental health in schools, and immigration policy. Commemorations for VE and VJ Day were planned, alongside debates on farming policies and the role of backbenchers in influencing government action.

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🌾 Farming
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️Farmers are facing a crisis due to sudden policy changes and tax reforms, causing widespread frustration and uncertainty about their future. The government’s decision to abruptly close the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme and cut delinked payments has led to financial…
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🤔 Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill [ Lords ] (First sitting)
Public Bill Committees🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The UK Parliament discussed a bill aimed at transferring the functions of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) to Skills England, a new executive agency under the Department for Education. The debate highlighted concerns over the potential loss…
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🤝 Oral Answers to Questions
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The parliamentary session focused on various issues affecting businesses across the UK, with a particular emphasis on supporting rural, manufacturing, and high street enterprises. Discussions highlighted the government’s commitment to launching a new business growth service and addressing the challenges…
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📅 Business of the House
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The session outlined upcoming parliamentary business, including debates on children’s wellbeing, knife crime, and coastal communities, alongside the processing of various bills related to infrastructure and energy. MPs expressed concerns over issues like wheelchair provision delays, the impact of national…
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👏 NHS England Update
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, announced a major restructuring of NHS England, aiming to merge it into the Department of Health and Social Care to cut bureaucracy and redirect resources to frontline care. This…
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📜 Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill (Eleventh sitting)
Public Bill Committees🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️In a crucial session, the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill saw the introduction of a vital safeguard with clause 92, which mandates a code of practice for new debt recovery measures. This code aims to ensure transparency and…
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🚫 Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill (Ninth sitting)
Public Bill Committees🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The parliamentary session focused on the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill, where amendments and new clauses were debated. A key discussion revolved around ensuring that all EU citizens and their families with status under the EU Settlement Scheme have…
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🎉 Victory in Europe and Japan: 80th Anniversaries
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The UK Parliament announced a comprehensive plan to commemorate the 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day, highlighting a series of events and initiatives to honor the end of World War II. These celebrations include street parties, a military…
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😔 Mental Health Support: Educational Settings
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️The House of Commons debated the urgent need for improved mental health support in educational settings, highlighting the increasing prevalence of mental health issues among young people. MPs across parties called for better resources and access to mental health professionals…
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🙏 Contribution of Muslims to Communities
Commons Chamber🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️Muslims across the UK significantly contribute to society, donating £1.79 billion annually to charity and generating £25 billion through businesses. Despite their positive impact, British Muslims face rising anti-Muslim hatred, with over 6,000 incidents reported last year. The government has…
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🙏 Young Carers: Educational Opportunities
Westminster Hall🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️Young carers often face significant educational challenges, with many reporting bullying, difficulty studying for exams, and frequent lateness due to their caring responsibilities. MPs are pushing for better identification and support in schools, including mandatory teacher training on recognizing young…