Early day motion · EDM 2246 · 11 Nov 2025

Tobias Gutteridge

Tabled by Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat) 15 signatures

The motion

That this House celebrates the awarding of Tobias Gutteridge, constituent of Mid Dorset and North Poole, with an Honorary Degree from Bournemouth University; commends in this week of remembrance Mr Gutteridge’s exemplary service as part of the Royal Marines and Special Boat Service; recognises the sacrifice Mr Gutteridge made as part of his military career, returning from Afghanistan with injuries sustained in service and permanently reliant on a ventilator; celebrates his resilience through the rehabilitation process and his recommitment to education, completing his GCSEs, A Levels and a First Class Degree in Business Studies from Bournemouth University; expresses its gratitude to Mr Gutteridge for the example he sets, sharing his story of enduring strength through his memoir ‘Never Will I Die’ and in person as part of his speech to Bournemouth University graduates; and remembers other veterans injured or who gave their lives serving this country.