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Emergency Medicine Day 2026

Early day motion 239, tabled 1 June 2026 by Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 40 members.

That this House recognises the vital contribution of emergency medicine professionals, up and down the country, who deliver urgent and life-saving care and pays tribute to them for their dedicated service in our A&E Departments as we celebrate Emergency Medicine Day 2026; notes with concern the increasing levels of violence, aggression and abuse directed towards staff working in emergency departments; further notes the impact of unsafe working conditions on staff wellbeing, workforce retention and patient care; believes that all healthcare workers have the right to work free from fear of violence, intimidation or abuse; calls for enforcement of a zero-tolerance approach to violence and abuse against healthcare staff; and expresses its gratitude to emergency medicine professionals across the UK for their dedication, professionalism and resilience.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 23, Green 5, Plaid Cymru 4, Labour 3, DUP 1, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, Traditional Unionist Voice 1.