Early Day Motions

Jeanette Miller

That this House recognises the achievement of Jeanette Miller, from Lochgelly, in raising awareness of endometriosis and its debilitating effects on one in ten women across Scotland; and furthermore applauds her campaign to improve NHS services for those affected by the condition, including the need

First female Astronomer Royal

That this House congratulates Professor Michelle Dougherty on her recent appointment as Astronomer Royal, becoming the first woman to hold the post in its 350 year history advising the monarch on astronomical issues; recognises the important contribution which she has made in her career to astronomy

Air Ambulance Week 2025

That this House recognises Air Ambulance Week 2025, taking place from 8–14 September, and pays tribute to the lifesaving work of the UK’s air ambulance charities, which collectively responded to over 49,000 missions in 2024; welcomes the forthcoming publication on 29 September of the sector’s manife

75th anniversary of St Monica's Parish Church in Coatbridge

That this House acknowledges the 75th anniversary of St Monica’s Roman Catholic Parish Church in Coatbridge; recognises that the parish was founded during the post-Second World War wave of church building in the Diocese of Motherwell; further recognises that following its establishment in September

Local Healthwatch

That this House supports the principle that people should be able to speak up and be heard without fear, favour, or interference about health and care services; believes an independent patient voice service is vital to representing the experiences of patients, service users, and the public in health

Public service of PCSO Elaine Cave and PCSO Bev Jackson

That this House applauds the outstanding public service of Police Community Support Officers Elaine Cave and Bev Jackson, who, after 19 years on the beat in Street, have retired from their posts; recognises their tireless efforts in building trust, reassurance and safety across the community by help

Passing of Maggie Bowden former General Secretary of Liberation

That this House notes with deep sadness the passing on 1 September 2025 of Maggie Bowden, Joint President and long-serving former General Secretary of Liberation; pays tribute to her three decades of tireless work as a true internationalist and fighter for peace, showing solidarity with peoples oppr

Sanctions on Israel and International Court of Justice findings

That this House notes the International Association of Genocide Scholars' recent decision to declare genocide in Gaza and the official declaration of famine in Gaza by the UN-linked Integrated Food Security Phase Classification; further notes it is over a year since the International Court of Justic

Grower’s Garden

That this House celebrates the success of Cupar-based company Grower’s Garden, whose range of healthy snacks made from surplus broccoli and other fresh produce has secured a deal to be stocked in Tesco stores across Scotland; notes that the company is a collaboration between local farming businesses

30th anniversary of Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre

That this House recognises the important milestone of the 30th anniversary of the Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre; notes that the centre has served as a vibrant community hub for three decades, providing a wide range of services for people of all ages, including classes, activities and social events des

Margaret Birse and Niaroo Maternity Hospital, Malawi

That this House recognises the remarkable generosity of Margaret Birse, of Arbroath, who ran the Niaroo guest house for many years and, following her death in April 2022, left over £650,000 to the Dalitso Project; notes that this gift is now funding the construction of the Niaroo Maternity Hospital

Free speech and the use of armed police

That this House expresses its deep concern at the arrest of writer Graham Linehan by armed police officers at Heathrow Airport on allegations relating to online speech; notes with alarm that such disproportionate action risks undermining free expression in the United Kingdom; believes that police re

Asylum funding for local authorities

That this House recognises that asylum policy at UK level has a direct impact on local authorities and communities and on the level of support they are able to offer asylum seekers; further recognises the importance of ensuring that appropriate levels of funding are made available by central Governm

Journalist Sherwan Sherwani

That this House expresses its extreme concern that on 19 August 2025 journalist Sherwan Sherwani was sentenced to another four years and six months in prison for allegedly threatening a prison officer; notes that on 16 February 2021 the Erbil Criminal Court sentenced Sherwan Sherwani and four others

INtuition

That this House congratulates INtuition for serving the communities around Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme and Heald Green for ten years; and celebrates their dedicated team and wishes them all the best as they open the Cheadle Hulme branch to provide even more support and guidance for those going through th

Nuneaton Round Table

That this House recognises the commendable charity work of Nuneaton Round Table, who have made £13,000 worth of charitable grants to over 23 local causes this year, including Ambleside Sports Club, Nuneaton Food Bank, Doorway, Nuneaton Carnival Committee, Harry's Pals, Nuneaton North Scout Group, Bu

Eating disorders and online harms

That this House recognises the devastating rise in eating disorders, fuelled in part by harmful content on social media platforms promoting extreme dieting, idealised thinness, and punishing workouts; further notes the alarming findings of the Dump the Scales campaign’s recent survey and evidence pr

40mph default speed limit on country lanes

That this House notes with concern that rural roads account for around 60% of all road fatalities in the UK, with an average of three people killed every day on country lanes; recognises that the current national speed limit of 60mph on single carriageway unlit country roads is often unsafe given th

Judith Hammond

That this House congratulates Judith Hammond, who recently cycled 400 miles for charity at the age of 82; celebrates her raising over £6000 for Medical Aid for Palestine, youth projects in Tubas and The Connection; commends her for achieving this whilst injured; and recognises the determination and

300th anniversary of Shankill Parish Church, Lurgan

That this House celebrates the 300th anniversary of Shankill Parish Church, Lurgan, in 2025; notes that since the original parish church, Christ Church, opened in 1725, Shankill has stood as a landmark in the very heart of the town, its spire a constant presence on the skyline and its life and witne

Childhood Cancer Month and childhood cancer support reform

That this House marks Childhood Cancer Month and expresses its solidarity with the children and families across the UK facing the devastating reality of a childhood cancer diagnosis; pays heartfelt tribute to the courage and advocacy of families who, in the midst of grief and hardship, continue to c

Cockermouth Old Courthouse

That this House expresses grave concern over the condition of the historic Old Courthouse building in Cockermouth; notes that the building, purchased by Mr Samiul Ahmed in 2022, was allowed to collapse into the River Cocker in 2023 and remains unrestored; further notes that Mr Ahmed has failed to de

Scottish Takeaway Awards 2025

That this House congratulates The Wee Chippy in Anstruther on being named Fish n’ Chips Takeaway of the Year at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2025; recognises this achievement as a testament to the business’s commitment to quality, service, and its strong reputation as a favourite for locals and visi

Kompassion Kombucha

That this House congratulates Kompassion Kombucha, based in Elgin, for receiving two prestigious awards at the Great Taste Awards 2025, widely known as the Oscars of the food world, for their sarsaparilla root and lavender kombucha; notes that these awards are part of the world’s largest and most tr

Ben Russell Salon

That this House congratulates Ben Russell Salon in Ilminster for winning the Muddy Stilettos’ 2025 Award for the Best Salon in Somerset, Bristol and Dorset; notes the award is set to celebrate independent lifestyle businesses across the UK; celebrates the award as a recognition of Ben’s outstanding