Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat), on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 11 members in total.
Dose of Nature
That this House recognises the work of Dose of Nature, a charity based in Guildford and Richmond, which improves mental health through supported access to natural environments; congratulates them on the recent opening of their new community garden in Guildford, opened in conjunction with Natural Trust and RHS Wisley; notes the growing body of literature showing the link between regular time spent in nature and reduced symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression; acknowledges the impact of Dose of Nature’s work on relieving financial pressure on primary care services; and commends them on the lasting impact which their work has on the mental wellbeing of local residents.
Secondary information
- Type
- Early day motion
- Reference
- 1698
- Session
- 2024-26
- Other sponsors
- Wera Hobhouse
- Jim Shannon
- Clive Jones
- Will Forster
- Helen Maguire
- Subjects
- Mental health Outdoor recreation Dose of Nature
- Link
- View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk
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- Timestamp
- 2025-09-05 23:59:41 +0100
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- http://data.parliament.uk/edms/64092
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