Early day motion · EDM 1881 · 10 Sep 2025

Commemoration of H G Wells’ birthday

Tabled by Mr Will Forster (Liberal Democrat) 21 signatures

The motion

That this House acknowledges and commemorates the birthday of Herbert George Wells, commonly known as H G Wells, born on 21 September 1866, as one of Britain’s most influential authors and the father of science fiction; notes in particular his time living in Woking, where he wrote The War of the Worlds and other works that helped define modern science fiction; celebrates the strong cultural legacy H. G. Wells left in Woking and across the country, inspiring generations of writers, filmmakers, and thinkers; recognises the importance of the local area in his life and career, which is remembered through local landmarks, exhibitions and national pride; and encourages efforts to continue promoting Wells’ work and Woking’s rich literary heritage to future generations through formation of H G Wells Day to be celebrated as a day in English calendars.