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Wendy Chamberlain

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42 records where Wendy Chamberlain is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 4184open

Gambling Act 2005 (Mandatory Conditions of Lottery Operating Licences) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 22 June 2026

A Bill to remove monetary limits on proceeds from the mandatory conditions of lottery operating licences; to make further provision about the mandatory conditions of lottery operating licences; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 556open

Dr Mackay appointed Scotland's new Makar

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 December 2024

That this House congratulates Dr Peter Mackay on being appointed Scotland’s new Makar; notes that Dr Mackay’s appointment as Scotland’s Makar, the National Poet for Scotland, is a historic milestone because he is the first Makar to write primarily in Gaelic; celebrates the deep connection to Scotland’s linguistic and cultural heritage that this appointment symbolises; understands that Dr Mackay is currently a Senior Lecturer at the University of St Andrews and notes that now, as the Makar, he will also be tasked with producing work reflecting significant national events and fostering a deeper appreciation of poetry throughout the country; and wishes Dr Mackay all the best for this role and for the future.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Ballot Bill)Bill 3792open

Gambling Act 2005 (Monetary Limits for Lotteries) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 October 2024

A Bill to remove monetary limits on proceeds from the mandatory conditions of lottery operating licences; and for connected purposes.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 3688open

High Income Child Benefit Charge (Review and Impact Assessment) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 February 2024

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to undertake and publish a review of the merits of raising the income threshold for the High Income Child Benefit Charge and of reforming the process for declaring income above that threshold; to require the Secretary of State to publish an assessment of the impact of the High Income Child Benefit Charge on single parents and on full-time caregivers for children; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 235open

Life in the UK test

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 19 December 2023

That this House recognises the importance of the Life in the UK test for applicants and their concern that if something goes wrong they may face severe delays to their settlement, the risk of deportation, the loss of their livelihood and separation from their families; notes with concern that the Government has failed to publish details of adjustments and alternatives to the test for those unable to complete it due to long term mental or physical health conditions; is dismayed by reports of lost evidence and delays to applications and further that the Home Office does not record data relating to requests for exemptions; expresses distinct unease that the Home Office many not be able to monitor its compliance with equalities duties without such information; regrets that the Government has failed to address the concerns in the House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee report dated 28 June 2022; and urges the Government to review the functioning of the Life in the UK test, consider means of making the test fully accessible to disabled candidates, publish a range of reasonable adjustments available to candidates who need them and urgently monitor and report on the extent of processing delays and errors for applicants requiring adaptions and take steps to address them.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 222open

St Leonards School Award

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 December 2023

That this House celebrates St Leonards School in St Andrews, Fife for being named Scottish Independent School of the Year for Academic Performance 2024 (A-level) by The Sunday Times’ Good Schools Guide 2024; recognises this ranks the co-educational boarding and day school above every other Scottish independent secondary school; acknowledges that St Leonards were also named Top Independent School in Scotland for IB/A Level results in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2022; and commends the teachers, students and the Head of St Leonards, Simon Brian for their hard work and dedication in order to achieve this award.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 223open

Pratis Barns

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 December 2023

That this House celebrates Pratis Barns on winning the Fife and Tayside Venues award at the Your Scottish Wedding Awards in November 2023; understands Pratis Barns is a luxury events venue which specialises in weddings with in-house service such catering headed by Chef Calum and onsite events manager Louise; recognises the owners Nicola and Patrick Gilmour’s commitment to sustainability, such as past couples donating wedding decorations and props that can be re-used to avoid creating waste; commends Business Gateway Fife’s support for Pratis Barns through the Expert Help and Fife Investment Fund; notes that this award is a result of the Gilmours and their team’s passion and dedication for the venue; and welcomes the contribution of Pratis Barns and other hospitality businesses to the local community.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 218open

Lady Prue Penn

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 14 December 2023

That this House expresses its deepest condolences following the death of Lady Prue Penn at the age of 97; understands that Lady Prue’s father was born in St. Andrews and that she spent time living in Carnbee, situated in the East Neuk of Fife; notes her impressive accomplishments working at the Foreign Office and for MI6 in a male-dominated era; acknowledges her services to the royal family as a close friend of the late Queen Elizabeth II, a former lady-in-waiting to the Queen Mother, and a confidante of Princess Margaret; understands this loss is felt widely; and expresses sympathy to her friends and family following the sad news of her passing.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 219open

Letham Nights award nomination

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 14 December 2023

That this House congratulates North East Fife music venue Letham Nights on their nomination for Club of the Year in the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards on Saturday 2 December at Dundee’s Caird Hall; understands Letham Nights brings small gigs to Letham Village Hall; recognises they are a member of Scotland’s Green Arts Initiative who promote sustainability; commends them for using their profit from gigs to make Letham Village Hall carbon neutral; celebrates that this is a platform for local talent to shine and local businesses to sell their alcohol and food; and notes the venue opened in 2008 and this nomination is testament to the founders and local community’s support.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 3467open

Ministerial Conduct (Training) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 24 May 2023

A Bill to require Ministers of the Crown to undertake annual training in matters relating to propriety, ethics and standards; and for connected purposes.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 3425open

National Insurance (Voluntary Class 2 and 3 Contributions) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 1 March 2023

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to report to Parliament on the merits of extending to 5 April 2025 the period for which voluntary Class 2 and 3 National Insurance contributions may be paid in respect of one or more of the tax years 2006-07 to 2016-17; to require the Secretary of State to publish certain information about the performance of the Future Pension Centre in providing advice about voluntary Class 2 and 3 contributions in relation to the state pension; to require the Secretary of State to publish a strategy for increasing public awareness of voluntary Class 2 and 3 contributions; and for connected purposes.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 704open

Howe of Fife Bell Baxter Under-16 Rugby Team

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 14 December 2022

That the House congratulates the Howe of Fife Bell Baxter under-16 rugby team on their joint-win in the final of the Scottish Rugby Union Schools Shield which was held at Murrayfield on 7 December; understands that the match against North Berwick ended with a 14-14 tie but that Howe of Fife recovered from 14-7 at half time; recognises the success of the partnership between Howe of Fife and Bell Baxter High School; and commends the hard work of the team’s coaches and the commitment of its players.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 3233open

Public Bodies (Representation from Devolved Nations) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 June 2022

A Bill to require the Government to have regard to the desirability of boards of public bodies including at least one person with relevant experience in at least one of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Law· Private Members' Bill (Ballot Bill)Bill 3199enacted

Carer's Leave Act 2023

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 June 2022

A Bill to make provision about unpaid leave for employees with caring responsibilities.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2932open

Public Bodies (Representation from Devolved Nations) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 June 2021

A Bill to require the Government to have regard to the desirability of boards of public bodies including at least one person with relevant experience in at least one of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2779open

Overseas Development Assistance Committee Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 September 2020

A Bill to require a Minister to move a motion in the House of Commons seeking to establish a select committee to monitor Overseas Development Assistance expenditure by government departments.

Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2715open

International Development (Women’s Sanitary Products) Bill

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 March 2020

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to report on the use of official development assistance to increase the availability of women’s sanitary products; and for connected purposes.