That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk, A Well-Adapted UK; is alarmed that, by 2050, 92% of homes could be at risk of overheating, peak river flows could rise by up to 45%, annual flood damage already costs an estimated £3.3 billion, water shortfalls could exceed five billion litres per day, and high-quality agricultural land could decline significantly; further notes that global warming of 4°C cannot be ruled out and that climate change is already affecting food production, infrastructure and public health; recognises that successive governments have failed to adequately prepare the UK for the impacts of climate change, leaving communities increasingly exposed to flooding, drought, wildfires and extreme heat; calls on the Government to urgently review the resilience of hospitals, care homes and other critical public services during extreme weather events; further calls on the Government to develop and implement a comprehensive national climate adaptation strategy embedding resilience across all Government departments and public bodies; supports long-term investment in local climate resilience measures, including nature-based flood management, sustainable drainage, building retrofits and urban greening; urges the introduction of resilience standards across the energy, water, transport and telecommunications sectors; and also calls on the Government to introduce a Good Food Bill establishing a statutory framework for food security and supporting farmers to adopt resilient and sustainable practices through an additional £1 billion investment in the farming budget.

That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk, A Well-Adapted UK; is alarmed that, by 2050, 92% of homes could be at risk of overheating, peak river flows could rise by up to 45%, annual flood damage...

That this House recognises the Climate Change Committee (CCC)’s seventh carbon budget as a clear pathway to UK energy security, protecting families and businesses from volatile fossil fuel prices controlled by authoritarian regimes; is deeply concerned by the CCC's findings that the UK has deliverable plans for only a third of the emissions reductions needed to meet climate targets; understands that urgent action is required to expand domestic energy capacity; regrets that the former Conservative Government cut home insulation schemes, which would have saved customers thousands and made homes warm and safe; is further concerned by the Government’s continued subsidies for the Drax biomass plant, airport expansion, and delays to the energy-saving benefits of Future Home Building Standards; calls for ambitious upfront investment in a ten-year emergency upgrade programme to provide free insulation and heat pumps for low-income households; urges the Government to introduce an energy social tariff to tackle fuel poverty and health inequalities caused by cold, damp homes; welcomes the CCC’s recognition of nature’s role in tackling climate change and strengthening communities against extreme weather; further calls for urgent action on nature recovery, including tree planting and regenerative farming, to ensure food security, restore ecosystems, and reduce carbon emissions; and further urges the Government to restore the UK’s position as a global leader in renewable energy.

That this House recognises the Climate Change Committee (CCC)’s seventh carbon budget as a clear pathway to UK energy security, protecting families and businesses from volatile fossil fuel prices controlled by authoritarian regimes; is deeply concerned by the CCC's findings that the UK has deliverable plans for only a third...

That this House believes the publication of the Warm Homes Plan in January 2026 was a welcome step after long delays from the Government; condemns that delays meant vulnerable households were left without the anticipated support to upgrade homes and cut energy bills in winter 2024-25, and again for winter 2025-26; notes that UK housing stock is the oldest in Europe and among the least energy efficient, homelessness in the UK is at record high and an estimated six million households are in fuel poverty; further notes that new decent homes standards have been further delayed to 2035; and calls on the Government to urgently implement a 10-year emergency home upgrade programme, provide incentives for installing heat pumps that cover the real costs, and bring forward a social energy tariff to reduce energy bills to protect vulnerable households this winter.

That this House believes the publication of the Warm Homes Plan in January 2026 was a welcome step after long delays from the Government; condemns that delays meant vulnerable households were left without the anticipated support to upgrade homes and cut energy bills in winter 2024-25, and again for winter...

That this House notes with concern the announcement on 8 May 2025 of the UK-US Trade Deal which significantly expands tariff-free access for US beef exports from 1,000 to 13,000 tonnes annually; further notes that while the Government has stated that sanitary and phytosanitary standards must be maintained, the deal does not address the lower animal welfare standards under which US beef is often produced; is concerned that the widespread use of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the US, involving intensive confinement, routine use of antibiotics, and limited environmental oversight, creates an unfair economic advantage over UK producers who operate under higher animal welfare, environmental, and food safety standards; and calls on the Government to ensure all future trade agreements do not undermine the animal or environmental standards of UK farmers to ensure fairness and food security.

That this House notes with concern the announcement on 8 May 2025 of the UK-US Trade Deal which significantly expands tariff-free access for US beef exports from 1,000 to 13,000 tonnes annually; further notes that while the Government has stated that sanitary and phytosanitary standards must be maintained, the deal...

That this House expresses serious concern about the detrimental impact of short-term visas granted under the Ukraine Sponsorship and Ukraine Family Schemes on the education and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children in the UK; notes the case of a Year 9 student living in south Cambridgeshire, whose limited 18-month visa leaves her uncertain whether she will be permitted to remain in the UK to complete her secondary education and sit GCSE exams; further notes that this situation is widespread, with many families due to apply for extensions under the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme, which also only provides a further 18 months of leave; highlights the stress and instability caused by this uncertainty, particularly for those seeking to access GCSEs, A-levels, university places and student finance, and for adults attempting to retrain or gain professional accreditation; draws attention to the Government’s statutory obligation under section 17 of the Children Act 1989 to safeguard and promote the welfare of children; and calls on the Government to urgently review the implications of short-term leave for displaced Ukrainian families and to provide guarantees that children will be able to remain in the UK to complete their education and sit public exams, clear guidance on eligibility for student finance and access to higher education and a more flexible and longer-term visa extension process that allows families to plan, integrate and contribute without fear of disruption.

That this House expresses serious concern about the detrimental impact of short-term visas granted under the Ukraine Sponsorship and Ukraine Family Schemes on the education and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children in the UK; notes the case of a Year 9 student living in south Cambridgeshire, whose limited 18-month visa...

That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing war; further notes cases of fraudulent visa sponsorship offers and predatory behaviour, including single men targeting young Ukrainian women; recognises the efforts of volunteers and sponsors who have sought to report such activity and protect refugees from harm; believes that refugees fleeing war should be able to seek safety and support online without fear of abuse, exploitation or intimidation; and calls on the Government to work urgently with social media platforms, law enforcement and civil society to ensure proactive moderation, clear accountability, and enforcement action against those exploiting Ukrainian refugees online.

That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing...

That this House celebrates reports that renewable energy overtook coal as the world's leading energy source in the first half of 2025; notes that solar and wind power have met and outpaced new global energy demand, supporting economic growth and energy security; highlights that solar energy in particular was key to keeping up to new energy demands, especially in low-income countries where 58 per cent of solar energy was generated; welcomes reports from the International Energy Agency indicating that global renewable capacity could more than double by the end of the decade; and emphasises that the continued expansion of renewable energy is essential to tackling the climate crisis, promoting sustainable economic growth, and reducing household energy bills.

That this House celebrates reports that renewable energy overtook coal as the world's leading energy source in the first half of 2025; notes that solar and wind power have met and outpaced new global energy demand, supporting economic growth and energy security; highlights that solar energy in particular was key...

That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America leaving the Paris Agreement to global climate action; expresses concern over reports that other countries are considering following the actions of America to leave the Paris Agreement; highlights the importance of renewable energy to the UK’s energy security and to ensuring affordable energy for households and businesses; further highlights the devastating social and economic impacts of climate inaction globally, as well as within the UK; further notes that aligning ourselves with allies who are similarly committed to tackling the climate crisis is a matter of urgency; and finally calls on the Government to build the UK's relationship with our European partners, link the UK and EU emissions trading scheme, join the EU’s internal electricity market, and re-join the European Environment Agency.

That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America...

That this House condemns proposals to scrap the Climate Change Act 2008 and upend the scientific and political consensus on the need to tackle climate change; understands that meeting the UK’s legally binding net zero target by 2050 is our best chance to limit warming to 1.5°C and avoid the worst climate impacts for future generations; is concerned by the worsening impacts of climate change in the UK, including heatwaves leading to more than 1,000 avoidable deaths this summer, escalating food prices due to one of the worst harvests on record, and the growing threat to nature from extreme heat, drought, flooding and rising sea temperatures; reasserts the importance of halving energy bills over a decade, and welcomes the Government's decision to implement the Liberal Democrat call to break the link between volatile gas prices and electricity costs; further understands that reliance on fossil fuels makes the UK vulnerable to energy price shocks; recognises that the green economy is critical to the UK’s economic success and is worth over £83 billion, employing nearly a million people, and growing three times faster than the economy as a whole; is further deeply concerned by the damage to business, investment certainty and the UK’s industrial future that the removal of the Climate Change Act 2008 would create; rejects the idea that keeping Britain dependent on imported fossil fuels is good for economic growth or reducing energy bills; and urges all political parties to support action to tackle climate change and restore nature.

That this House condemns proposals to scrap the Climate Change Act 2008 and upend the scientific and political consensus on the need to tackle climate change; understands that meeting the UK’s legally binding net zero target by 2050 is our best chance to limit warming to 1.5°C and avoid the...

That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally significant chalk streams flowing through South Cambridgeshire, including the River Cam, River Rhee, River Granta and Bourn Brook; acknowledges the profound environmental, cultural and scientific importance of these globally rare ecosystems and the growing pressures they face from pollution, over-abstraction, sewage discharges and unsustainable development; welcomes the introduction of the Chalk Streams (UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site) Bill on 25 February 2026; further recognises the tireless work of local communities, conservation organisations and chalk stream groups working to protect these fragile habitats; and calls on the Government to begin the formal process of nominating England’s chalk streams as a serial UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, strengthen planning and environmental protections for chalk streams, tackle over-abstraction and pollution, and ensure that fines levied on water companies for environmental damage are reinvested directly into restoring and protecting these irreplaceable rivers.

That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally...

That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions of households and pensioners already struggling to make ends meet during the ongoing cost of living crisis; further recognises that the UK remains highly exposed to international fossil fuel price volatility, with gas frequently setting the price of electricity; recalls the significant costs borne by households and businesses during recent energy price shocks; believes that continued dependence on fossil fuels leaves the UK vulnerable global price shocks; congratulates the Government on listening to longstanding Liberal Democrat calls to break the link between the cost of electricity and the price of gas; and calls on the Government guarantee that energy bills will not rise by £500 this year, establish energy price reduction schemes and accelerate investment in secure, homegrown renewable energy to strengthen the UK’s long-term security.

That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions...

That this House believes that Ukrainian refugees fleeing war must be treated with compassion in the UK; recognises that the war in Ukraine still wages on, more than three years after Putin first invaded; notes with concern recent reports that some Ukrainian refugees have faced losing their homes and jobs due to uncertainty around their visa extensions; acknowledges that Ukrainian refugees deserve certainty, enabling them to rebuild their lives in the UK if they wish and fully contribute to our economy; further acknowledges that certainty regarding visa extensions would grant young Ukrainians the opportunity to complete their education in the UK to protect and enhance their future; and calls on the Government to give Ukrainian refugees the certainty they deserve by automatically extending their visas and setting out a pathway for obtaining Indefinite Leave to Remain.

That this House believes that Ukrainian refugees fleeing war must be treated with compassion in the UK; recognises that the war in Ukraine still wages on, more than three years after Putin first invaded; notes with concern recent reports that some Ukrainian refugees have faced losing their homes and jobs...

That this House welcomes the Government’s continued commitment to the fracking moratorium, but expresses concern that current legislation defines hydraulic fracturing only by high fluid volume thresholds, excluding lower-volume techniques such as proppant squeeze which have previously caused seismic events, including at Preston New Road in Lancashire; notes that such methods, while technically outside the current definition, pose similar environmental and public safety risks; recognises the urgency of this issue, with proposals for proppant squeeze in North Yorkshire pending; and therefore calls on the Government to update planning legislation to include all forms of hydraulic fracturing within the moratorium to protect communities, meet seismic safety standards and align with the UK’s climate commitments and transition to renewable energy.

That this House welcomes the Government’s continued commitment to the fracking moratorium, but expresses concern that current legislation defines hydraulic fracturing only by high fluid volume thresholds, excluding lower-volume techniques such as proppant squeeze which have previously caused seismic events, including at Preston New Road in Lancashire; notes that such...

That this House recognises the overwhelming public support for nature and understands that restoring the natural environment is critical to public health and a strong, sustainable and resilient economy; expresses concern that recommendations in the Nuclear Regulatory Review may weaken habitats regulations and undermine legal protections for our most important sites for wildlife at a time of accelerating nature decline and biodiversity loss; notes that a regression from the existing legal protections for nature could undermine EU-UK trade relations; believes that high environmental standards and efficient development can and must go hand in hand; urges the Government to uphold strong environmental protections and deliver infrastructure alongside nature recovery by urgently implementing Biodiversity Net Gain for major infrastructure projects to enable well-planned, sustainable development; and calls on the Government to implement the recent recommendation from the Office for Environmental Protection to set a legally binding target to increase and improve the condition of protected sites.

That this House recognises the overwhelming public support for nature and understands that restoring the natural environment is critical to public health and a strong, sustainable and resilient economy; expresses concern that recommendations in the Nuclear Regulatory Review may weaken habitats regulations and undermine legal protections for our most important...

That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing war; further notes cases of fraudulent visa sponsorship offers and predatory behaviour, including single men targeting young Ukrainian women; recognises the efforts of volunteers and sponsors who have sought to report such activity and protect refugees from harm; believes that refugees fleeing war should be able to seek safety and support online without fear of abuse, exploitation or intimidation; and calls on the Government to work urgently with social media platforms, law enforcement and civil society to ensure proactive moderation, clear accountability, and enforcement action against those exploiting Ukrainian refugees online.

That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing...

That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions of households and pensioners already struggling to make ends meet during the ongoing cost of living crisis; further recognises that the UK remains highly exposed to international fossil fuel price volatility, with gas frequently setting the price of electricity; recalls the significant costs borne by households and businesses during recent energy price shocks; believes that continued dependence on fossil fuels leaves the UK vulnerable global price shocks; and calls on the Government to break the link between the cost of electricity and the price of gas, guarantee that energy bills will not rise by £500 this year, establish energy price reduction schemes and accelerate investment in secure, homegrown renewable energy to strengthen the UK’s long-term security.

That this House notes the recent surge in global gas prices following the 2026 Iran War and disruption to liquefied natural gas supply; expresses deep concern that families could see their energy bills rise by £500 a year as a result of instability in global energy markets; recognises the millions...

That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally significant chalk streams flowing through South Cambridgeshire, including the River Cam, River Rhee, River Granta and Bourn Brook; acknowledges the profound environmental, cultural and scientific importance of these globally rare ecosystems and the growing pressures they face from pollution, over-abstraction, sewage discharges and unsustainable development; welcomes the introduction of the Chalk Streams (UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site) Bill on 25 February 2026; further recognises the tireless work of local communities, conservation organisations and chalk stream groups working to protect these fragile habitats; and calls on the Government to begin the formal process of nominating England’s chalk streams as a serial UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, strengthen planning and environmental protections for chalk streams, tackle over-abstraction and pollution, and ensure that fines levied on water companies for environmental damage are reinvested directly into restoring and protecting these irreplaceable rivers.

That this House recognises that chalk streams are among the rarest freshwater habitats on Earth, with around 200 known globally and approximately 85% found in England; notes that these unique rivers support exceptional biodiversity, including Atlantic salmon, water vole, brown trout, southern damselfly and white-clawed crayfish; further notes the internationally...

That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America leaving the Paris Agreement to global climate action; expresses concern over reports that other countries are considering following the actions of America to leave the Paris Agreement; highlights the importance of renewable energy to the UK’s energy security and to ensuring affordable energy for households and businesses; further highlights the devastating social and economic impacts of climate inaction globally, as well as within the UK; further notes that aligning ourselves with allies who are similarly committed to tackling the climate crisis is a matter of urgency; and finally calls on the Government to build the UK's relationship with our European partners, link the UK and EU emissions trading scheme, join the EU’s internal electricity market, and re-join the European Environment Agency.

That this House condemns President Trump’s formal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement; criticises this reckless decision to ignore the climate crisis and continue the extraction of fossil fuels; further condemns the breakdown of climate consensus that this has given rise to in the UK; notes the devastating impacts of America...

That this House marks the signing of the Hamburg Declaration, a clean energy pact with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, which offers the opportunity for the development of the North Sea as a regional, shared, clean energy hub, and an opportunity to addressing energy affordability; recognises that the UK must urgently build a closer relationship with our European allies to tackle climate change, bring down bills and reduce our dependency on volatile fossil fuels; highlights the importance of British energy resilience, security, and coordination with European allies given the political volatility and the weaponisation of fossil fuels by foreign leaders; acknowledges the importance of developing and investing in innovative green technology and infrastructure, such as Offshore Hybrid Assets and interconnectors; and finally calls on the Government to capitalise on opportunities to develop and progress our clean energy infrastructure alongside our European allies.

That this House marks the signing of the Hamburg Declaration, a clean energy pact with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, which offers the opportunity for the development of the North Sea as a regional, shared, clean energy hub, and an opportunity to addressing energy affordability; recognises that the UK...

That this House pays tribute to Lance Corporal George Thomas Hooley, who tragically lost his life while serving with the British Army in Ukraine; notes the unwavering support for Ukraine across the UK which Lance Corporal Hooley embodied; recognises his courage, professionalism and commitment to defending democratic values; acknowledges the vital role played by UK Armed Forces personnel in training and supporting Ukraine in the face of Russia’s illegal invasion; extends its deepest condolences to Lance Corporal Hooley’s family, friends and colleagues; and honours his service and sacrifice in the pursuit of peace, security and international law.

That this House pays tribute to Lance Corporal George Thomas Hooley, who tragically lost his life while serving with the British Army in Ukraine; notes the unwavering support for Ukraine across the UK which Lance Corporal Hooley embodied; recognises his courage, professionalism and commitment to defending democratic values; acknowledges the...