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Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1152open

20 years of Energy Ombudsman

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2026

That this House recognises the 20th anniversary of Energy Ombudsman, established in 2006; understands that, following concerns about energy billing and switching processes, the Energy Supply Ombudsman Scheme was launched in July 2006; notes that the scheme was voluntary, applied only to the six largest energy suppliers, dealt solely with billing and switching complaints, and handled just over 2,000 complaints in its first year; further notes that, in 2008, participation became mandatory for all licensed energy suppliers, extending access to independent dispute resolution across all aspects of energy supply services; welcomes the subsequent expansion of Energy Ombudsman's remit to include consumers using heat networks and small businesses with up to 50 employees; further recognises the vital role that Energy Ombudsman plays in supporting consumer confidence in the energy market by providing a free-to-use, independent and impartial dispute resolution service while identifying systemic issues to help drive improvements across the sector; further welcomes recent announcements designed to shorten complaint journey times, strengthen decision-making, improve access to the service and enhance consumer compensation; and congratulates Energy Ombudsman on supporting more than one million energy consumers over the past two decades through the delivery of free-to-use, independent and impartial dispute resolution.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1101open

Rehabilitation and reintegration of Ukraine’s veterans

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 November 2026

That this House recognises the profound human cost of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, especially the physical injuries, psychological trauma and lasting disabilities suffered by military personnel, former prisoners of war and civilians; acknowledges that the comprehensive rehabilitation and the economic reintegration of Ukraine's veterans and war wounded are critical components of the country's future stability, security, social cohesion and recovery; highlights the urgent need for accessible specialist treatment for burns, scarring, disfigurement, amputations and psychological issues such as PTSD and complex trauma; further recognises the importance of long-term single rehabilitation pathways, accessible transport, and tailored skills development; calls upon His Majesty's Government to demonstrate international leadership by supporting the establishment of the UK-Ukraine Coalition for Rehabilitation and Reintegration, bringing together public authorities, private enterprise, medical institutions, academic expertise and civil society organisations to coordinate expertise, investment, innovation and practical assistance; and further calls for this coalition to work in partnership with the Ministry of Veterans’ Affairs of the Government of Ukraine to develop sustainable, Ukrainian-led rehabilitation services and pathways to economic independence, ensuring that those who have sacrificed and suffered in defence of UK and European security are central to its recovery and future prosperity.