The Speaker of the UK House of Commons, the Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, is set to attend the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania. The Assembly, which is being hosted by Tanzania for the first time, will take place between 5-9 October 2026 and will bring together more than 600 parliamentarians globally.
Sir Lindsay and other parliamentarians will discuss how to achieve good governance, empower communities, and address shared challenges, including climate change and inequality. Sir Lindsay Hoyle stated that the Assembly offers a significant opportunity for parliamentarians to exchange ideas and best practices in an interconnected world.
During his visit, Sir Lindsay is also scheduled to meet young Tanzanians and alumni of UK-supported Commonwealth and Chevening scholarship programmes. He will also visit a Special Secondary School to learn about UK-Tanzanian efforts to enhance inclusive education for children with disabilities and special educational needs.
Sally Hedley, UK Chargé d’Affaires to Tanzania, welcomed Sir Lindsay Hoyle, highlighting the UK's role as a longstanding development partner in Tanzania, particularly in expanding inclusive education and providing opportunities for young leaders.