Tuesday, 24 March 2026
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.
404 of 650 eligible MPs voted (62% turnout)
1 MP voted against their party whip.
On 24 March 2026, MPs voted on a Defence Opposition Day motion. The motion was defeated 306 to 98, a margin of 208, indicating broad government opposition to the proposal. One MP broke with their party whip in this division.
AI-generated context — may contain errors.
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.
