Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat), on Monday, 12 October 2026, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 8 members in total.

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Afghan Musicians and Film Collaboration

That this House welcomes the return to Belfast of acclaimed Afghan musician Soraya and the visit of United States filmmaker Vidyut Latay; recognises their collaboration on the documentary film My Lost Instrument, which highlights the experiences and resilience of Afghan musicians, particularly women, whose artistic freedoms have been threatened and restricted; notes the important role that Belfast plays in the film's central story and its wider themes of cultural expression, inclusion and international solidarity; commends the contribution of the arts in promoting understanding, preserving cultural heritage and amplifying underrepresented voices; wishes Soraya, Vidyut Latay and all involved in My Lost Instrument every success with the production and its efforts to celebrate the enduring power of music, storytelling and creative freedom in the face of adversity.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

913 

Session

2026-27

Other sponsors

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Clive Jones

Jess Brown-Fuller

Subjects

Music Belfast Film Afghanistan

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk