Early Day Motions

Human rights in Burma/Myanmar

That this House expresses its grave concern about the continuing egregious human rights violations and desperate humanitarian crisis in Burma/Myanmar; notes with alarm that over 4 million people have been forcibly displaced; further notes with concern that more than 100,000 homes, along with hospita

Armed Forces Day in Newtownards 2025

That this House celebrates the success of Armed Forces Day in Newtownards in the constituency of Strangford last Saturday 21 June 2025, that took place from 10am-5pm in Ards Airfield; notes the day kicked off with an official armed forces parade, featuring bands, pipes and drums of the Royal Irish R

Prison education insourcing

That this House notes the worrying state of prison education, with 82 percent of prison and young offender institutions judged by Ofsted as requiring improvement or inadequate for overall effectiveness of education, skills and work provision; further notes that contracts for the new Prison Education

Recognition of Paul McVey's service to martial arts and charity

That this House congratulates Paul McVey, a former veteran and firefighter, 8th Dan Chief Instructor of the Zen-Bu Do International Martial Arts Academies, and martial arts instructor based in Kilmarnock, on receiving his second International Hall of Fame Award; notes that he has been nominated for

Bank charges for micro-charities

That this House is concerned by the introduction of bank charges on accounts held by charities and community organisations with annual incomes ranging from £1 to £250,000; notes that this change disproportionately affects micro-charities and grassroots groups, including those with incomes of only a

Press ownership by foreign states

That this House recognises that a free press is the cornerstone of our democracy; understands that holding power to account relies on journalistic independence and editorial freedom; notes with concern that foreign state ownership of national newspapers risks allowing foreign states to undermine the

Protected title for anaesthetists

That this House notes that the job title anaesthetist is not currently legally protected for use by doctors; further notes that two thirds of patients staying in hospital have contact with anaesthetists; believes that protecting the title would increase patient confidence in who they were being trea

Christian persecution in Taraba State, Nigeria

That this House notes with extreme concern reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including an attempted raid on Jen Village in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State on 25 May 2025; further notes that while the attack was thwarted by the timely intervention of

Cancer Prevention Action Week on alcohol and cancer

That this House commemorates Cancer Prevention Action Week on alcohol and cancer organised by World Cancer Research Fund and supported by 25 organisations working to reduce alcohol harm and cancer incidence and improve public health; acknowledges that alcohol is a Group One carcinogen and a well-est

Impact of proposed immigration changes on migrants living in the UK

That this House is deeply concerned by proposals outlined in the White Paper entitled Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May 2025, to extend the qualifying period for settlement from five to ten years; notes that this change has created significant uncertainty and anxiety

Visas and access to education for Ukrainian refugee children

That this House expresses serious concern about the detrimental impact of short-term visas granted under the Ukraine Sponsorship and Ukraine Family Schemes on the education and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children in the UK; notes the case of a Year 9 student living in south Cambridgeshire, whose

Inverness ranked top Scottish city for outdoor enthusiasts

That this House congratulates the city of Inverness on being named the top city in Scotland for outdoor enthusiasts, according to a new study by train operator LNER; notes that the study ranked 71 towns and cities on family-friendliness, sustainability, culture, outdoor experiences and food, with In

Gurkha pensions

That this House honours the extraordinary loyalty and service of the Gurkha soldiers who have fought alongside British forces for over 200 years; notes with deep concern that thousands of Gurkha veterans who retired before 1 July 1997 remain trapped on inferior pensions under the outdated Gurkha Pen

Role of relationship education in preventing violence against women and girls

That this House recognises the critical role of comprehensive, age-appropriate relationship education in preventing violence against women and girls (VAWG); notes with concern that many young people are growing up in environments where harmful and misogynistic messages are prevalent both online and

Local authority funding

That this House is deeply concerned by the crisis in local government funding and the findings of the Thirty-First Report of the Committee of Public Accounts of Session 2024–25 on Local Government Financial Sustainability, published on 18 June 2025, and the estimate that local authority deficits wil

Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Club

That this House congratulates Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Club of Torquay on its remarkable 90th anniversary, founded on 22 June 1935 at a meeting on Oddicombe Beach; recognises the vision of its founding officers, including President Mr H Thomas and Commodore Mr W Terry, known fondly as The Admir

David Maxwell Fyfe

That this House commends the work of David Maxwell Fyfe, a prosecutor at the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials and notes his important role in drafting the European Convention on Human Rights; understands David’s childhood and early education took place in Edinburgh; applauds the work of Songs of the Peop

Myeloma Awareness Week 2025

That this House recognises that 16 to 22 June is Myeloma Awareness Week; is concerned that myeloma has one of the longest times to diagnosis of any cancer; welcomes the Know the Warning Signs campaign from Myeloma UK which aims to raise awareness of the most common symptoms of myeloma including fati

80th anniversary of Age UK Norwich

That this House congratulates Age UK Norwich as it celebrates 80 years of service to older people in Norwich and parts of Norfolk and Waveney, improving the quality of life for our most vulnerable older people; acknowledges the significant positive impact and contribution made by the very many volun

LoveOliver

That this House recognises the tremendous achievements of the charity LoveOliver, established by parents Andy and Jennifer Gill in 2011 after the loss of their beloved first son, Oliver, who died as a result of cancer, aged just 24 weeks, on Christmas Day in 2010; applauds the charity’s team in tire

20th anniversary of DAY1

That this House congratulates DAY1, a Highland-based charity supporting vulnerable children and young people to make positive choices for their future, on its 20th anniversary; notes the charity’s outstanding work since 2005 in helping over 1,400 young people across the Highlands to re-engage with s

Clean air awareness campaign

That this House welcomes the efforts of Highland pupils taking part in this year’s Clean Air Day campaign, the UK’s largest air pollution awareness initiative; notes that Highland Council’s Environmental Health Team is supporting local schools to highlight the dangers of engine idling during school

Mandatory relationship education for 16 to 19-year-olds

That this House notes with concern that Relationship and Sex Education is not currently mandatory in post-16 education settings; further notes that young people aged 16 to 19 are among the most at risk of experiencing relationship abuse; recognises the campaign Make It Mandatory, which calls for the

Shared Lives Carers

That this House recognises the exceptional work of Shared Lives Carers across the UK, particularly through services such as Shared Lives South West, which supports over 450 people across Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Torbay, and Somerset through long-term placements, respite care, and day support in fa

The Three Chimneys restaurant fundraising for Scottish Ambulance Service

That this House commends the outstanding work of The Three Chimneys restaurant near Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye, which has raised over £12,000 for the Scottish Ambulance Service team based in the village; notes that the funds were raised through voluntary contributions from diners between 2024 and