Unfortunately, the APPG's severe ME inquiry evidence session, scheduled for last Thursday, did not go ahead due to a limited number of MPs being in Parliament that day.
We are currently working to rearrange the session to ensure that the evidence session still goes ahead and will share further news on this once a new date has been secured.
Chair of the APPG, Jo Platt MP, shared the following update:
“Thank you to everyone who has shown such strong interest in the APPG inquiry into Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). We deeply value your engagement and support.
The evidence session scheduled for last week unfortunately did not go ahead, as many MPs had returned to their constituencies on that day. While invitations were sent to all members, the session fell on a day without a three-line whip in Parliament. This meant MPs were not formally required to be in Westminster and typically use that time to meet with constituents. This was especially the case following a three-line whip the previous Thursday, which had already extended their time in Parliament.
It’s important to emphasise that this does not reflect a lack of commitment from MPs. I’ve had meaningful conversations with colleagues across the House about ME and the work of the APPG, and there is genuine interest and concern. The timing simply didn’t align.
We are working to reschedule the session as soon as possible and will keep you updated. Thank you again for your patience and continued advocacy.”
You can find a full list of APPG members and officers on the APPG's website, here.
If your local MP is not currently a member or an officer, then we would encourage you to write to them using this template letter, asking that they join the APPG and show their support for people affected by ME.
