Steve Darling

That this House recognises the important work that hospices do for local communities across the United Kingdom, in particular in providing comfort and support to patients and families in end-of-life care; further recognises the work of staff and volunteers, who provide an integra

8 Sept 2026

That this House congratulates Phoenix Rising on their recent charity status, having been running for five years as a Community Interest Company; commends them on the work that they do in Torbay and surrounding areas in supporting women over 18 who suffer from domestic abuse and i

8 Sept 2026

That this House congratulates Torbay Civic Society on its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking half a century of dedicated voluntary service to the communities of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham; recognises that, since its foundation in 1976, the Society has worked tirelessly to promo

2 Sept 2026

That this House celebrates the 160th anniversary of Torbay RNLI, established in 1866 in the aftermath of the devastating Great Storm of January that year; notes that during one night of exceptional violence around 60 ships were wrecked in and around Torbay and more than 70 sailor

15 Jul 2026

That this House notes the growing humanitarian, security and governance challenges facing parts of sub-Saharan Africa; recognises that freedom of religion or belief, including the right to hold no religion, is a fundamental human right; expresses concern at the persecution of rel

6 Jul 2026

That this House recognises the valuable contribution made by physician associates and anaesthesia associates to patient care across the NHS; notes that these professions have worked in the UK health service for over two decades and support multidisciplinary teams in a range of cl

24 Jun 2026

That this House celebrates the opening of the new sensory room at Upton St James Primary School in Torquay; commemorates the presence of Darcy, Cody, Chanel, Michal, Millie, and Susannah at the event; appreciates the continued effort and dedication of the staff to go above and be

18 Jun 2026

That this House recognises the 20th anniversary of the Lewy Body Society; acknowledges the charity's work over the past two decades to improve awareness and understanding of Lewy body dementia, support people living with the condition and their families, and fund vital research;

15 Jun 2026

That this House congratulates the Princess Theatre, Torquay, on the occasion of its 65th anniversary; notes that since opening in 1961, with Tommy Cooper and Morecambe and Wise among the headline acts, the theatre has established itself as one of the South West’s leading entertai

9 Jun 2026

That this House celebrates the tireless dedication and professionalism of staff at Torbay Hospital, as well as health and social care staff across Torbay and Devon; notes with concern the scale of required savings and spending cuts across Devon NHS Trusts and the potential impact

2 Jun 2026