Coming up in the Commons 19-22 May
16 May 2025
Here is an overview of debates scheduled in the Commons Chamber over the coming week.
This business was announced in the Commons Chamber by the Leader of the House of Commons, Lucy Powell on Thursday 15th May. It is possible that changes will be made to the schedule of business throughout the week. Any changes will be reflected in What's on in Parliament.
For a complete list of questions and updates on urgent questions and statements see the Order of Business on the day or the Question Book for questions in advance.
Monday 19 May
The House will sit from 2.30pm, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey.
The main business will be:
- Second reading of the Mental Health Bill (Lords).
Tuesday 20 May
The House will sit from 11.30am, starting with questions to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves.
The main business will be:
- Second reading of the Victims and Courts Bill.
Wednesday 21 May
The House will sit from 11.30am, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn.
Prime Minister’s Questions will take place at 12 midday.
The main business will be:
- Opposition Day debate. Debate on a motion in the name of the Official Opposition (subject to be announced).
- Motion to approve a Statutory Instrument relating to terrorism.
Thursday 22 May
The House will sit from 9.30am, starting with questions to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy.
The main business will be:
- If necessary, consideration of Lords amendments.
Backbench Business:
- General Debate on access to NHS dentistry
- General Debate on dementia care
The subjects for these debates were determined by the Backbench Business Committee.
The House will rise for the Whitsun recess at the conclusion of business on Thursday 22 May and return on Monday 2 June.
All business is subject to change. More information about forthcoming Business in the House of Commons can be found in the Parliamentary Calendar.