Opposition day motion: fuel duty

What was this vote about?

This was an opposition day motion — a debate topic chosen by an opposition party. These motions are not binding on the government, but they signal political positions and can put pressure on ministers.

The result

362 of 650 eligible MPs voted (56% turnout)

How each party voted

Who rebelled?

Why it matters

An opposition day motion on fuel duty was put to a division in Parliament. The result was 259 MPs voting against and 103 voting in favour, a margin of 156 votes. The motion's defeat indicates there was not sufficient cross-party support for the opposition's proposed stance on fuel duty at this time.

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Turnout by party

What happens next?

Opposition day motions are non-binding. Even if passed, the government is not legally required to act on them — but a defeat is politically significant.