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Backbench Business Committee

The Backbench Business Committee gives opportunities to backbench Members of Parliament to bring forward debates of their choice. It was the first business committee of any kind to be established by the House of Commons. Application form for backbench debates | Application form for Estimates Day debates

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Next meetings

13 Oct 2026, 16:00
Formal meeting (oral evidence session)

Many sessions are open to the public and shown live on Parliament’s site.

Who is on it

MemberPartyRole
Bob BlackmanConservativeChair
Alison HumeLabourMember
Jonathan DaviesLabourMember
Martin VickersConservativeMember
Mary GlindonLabourMember
Mr Lee DillonLiberal DemocratMember
Will StoneLabourMember

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Source: Committees API · Updated 4 Oct 2026