Early Day Motions

LIVING LANDSCAPE SCHEMES

That this House congratulates The Wildlife Trusts for having developed a hundred Living Landscape schemes across the UK as part of a programme to help the natural environment adapt to climate change; acknowledges the importance of the services the natural environment provides to society such as poll

UN CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (No. 2)

That this House is concerned by the delay in the Government's ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities; notes that to date 41 signatories have ratified this progressive international human rights instrument, including Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Ch

ECUADORIAN GOVERNMENT'S PROPOSAL FOR SAVING THE YASUNI FOREST

That this House welcomes the proposal of the Ecuadorian government to preserve the Yasuní forest by asking the international community to pay for not exploiting the oil reserves which lie underneath it; but believes that the proposal must include an unconditional, non-reversible commitment from the

DENTAL TREATMENT FOR MEMBERS OF THE TERRITORIAL ARMY

That this House notes that currently members of the Territorial Army cannot access army dentists based at army barracks free of charge in the same way as regular troops; recognises the invaluable role that Territorial Army troops play in providing frontline support to the regular Army being deployed

AFGHANISTAN STRATEGY

That this House salutes the courage and professionalism of British forces in Afghanistan; records its sorrow at the 120 deaths on active service; regrets the groundless optimism on the possibility of military victory; welcomes the British Ambassador Sir Sherard Cowper-Coles' warning that a British t

MEDIA COVERAGE OF COMMENTS ABOUT RELIGIONS

That this House notes the condemnation by sections of the media, particularly in Northern Ireland and Scotland, of those who use language which could be construed as anti-Catholic; but also notes the lack of criticism or condemnation by similar sections of the media about comments which could equall

NATIONAL PARKS

That this House notes that National Parks are run by appointed individuals; further notes that National Parks have many of the powers of local councils, but without any formal accountability; recognises that the National Parks' authorities would gain more trust and respect if a proportion of their m

IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON FARMERS

That this House recognises that the agriculture sector is likely to suffer severely as a result of climate change; notes with concern the impact of climate change on soil moisture in the growing season, on vernalisation, germination and senescence, on pesticide resistance and on yield productivity;

CHRIS HOY

That this House congratulates and celebrates Chris Hoy on his sensational Olympic gold medal tally; notes that Chris Hoy's triple gold triumph secures his place as Scotland's greatest Olympian to date; and believes that the cyclist's inspirational success and hard work should be officially recognise

SOCIAL SECURITY (S.I., 2008, No. 2424)

That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2008 (S.I., 2008, No. 2424), dated 10th September 2008, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15th September, be annulled.

3 MOBILE

That this House condemns the 3 Mobile company, run by Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, for failing to refund money owed by them to a constituent of the right hon. Member for Manchester, Gorton, despite acknowledging that they owe this money, and despite months of correspondence with them both by the right hon.

TAX CREDIT OVERPAYMENTS

That this House believes that some families are experiencing excessive hardship through being required to repay tax credits after failing to finalise their award; and considers that the Government should review the statutory recovery of such overpayments and institute an appeals process so that wher

GARSTANG ENTENTE FLORALE SUCCESS

That this House congratulates the Lancashire town of Garstang on its recent success in winning the Entente Florale Europe competition; notes that the international competition is run by the European Association for Flowers and Landscape in order to promote a greener and more pleasant environment in

SUE RYDER CARE WHEATFIELDS HOSPICE

That this House congratulates the Sue Ryder Care Wheatfields Hospice in Leeds for reaching its 30th birthday; recognises the high level of commitment from staff who provide an exceptional service of care to the patients, ensuring they experience a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere whilst staying ther

LEEDS METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY AND UK CENTRE FOR COACHING EXCELLENCE

That this House congratulates Leeds Metropolitan University on being selected to host the UK Centre for Coaching Excellence in sport and disability sport, a superb achievement; congratulates all staff and students involved with making this happen; recognises the important role that this centre will

MTV AND MODEL MAKER

That this House notes that MTV are considering broadcasting the US show Model Maker, which is to be shown on MTV in the USA, which seeks women `between the ages of 17 and 24, 5'9'' tall and 130 to 190 pounds (9 to 13.5 stones)' who `may be...not thin enough' or `not photogenic' and which according t

LONDON FASHION WEEK

That this House notes the Model Health Inquiry's Report in March 2007 containing 14 recommendations for the British Fashion Council on ways of improving the conditions of models employed on the catwalks of London Fashion Week in response to public concerns for the health of models following the deat

NATIONAL IDENTITY FRAUD PREVENTION WEEK 2008

That this House welcomes work undertaken under the banner of National Identity Fraud Prevention Week in continuing to raise awareness of the personal and economic cost to the UK of identity fraud; looks forward to this, the fourth annual awareness week, taking place between 6th and 12th October; and

CHILD POVERTY (NO. 2)

That this House considers that the application of resources to reduce child poverty to try to reach the Government's 2010 interim target should be the highest priority in the Chancellor's pre-Budget report, and that this should not be diluted by the provision of resources to banks.

RYAN JONES AND SHANE WILLIAMS

That this House recognises the excellent contribution of Ryan Jones as Welsh rugby captain and Shane Williams in being short-listed for the World IRB Player of the Year Award; and wishes both players the best of luck and notes the accolade is a fitting tribute to the fine performances they have cont

TREATMENT OF CHILDREN IN SECURE TRAINING CENTRES

That this House notes that at any one time there are at least 200 children held in secure training centres (STCs) in the UK; notes with concern that from 6th July 2007 staff in STCs were permitted to physically restrain children and were authorised by Ministers to use the very painful rib and thumb

BREAST CANCER WEAR IT PINK DAY CAMPAIGN

That this House recognises that over 45,500 women and almost 300 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 in the UK; endorses Breast Cancer Campaign's organisation of Wear it Pink on 31st October 2008; notes the importance of the event in promoting awareness of breast cancer among the genera

PRICE OF BEER IN SUPERMARKETS

That this House notes with concern that Asda supermarkets are selling Skol lager at a price of £0.90 pence for 4x440ml cans which is the equivalent of 5.11 pence per 100ml; further notes that Asda supermarkets are selling Evian still water at 5.55 pence per 100ml; is appalled that any supermarket is

BANKERS' CONDUCT

That this House believes that the financial crisis is the result of reckless overtrading by banks and their establishment of special purpose companies to evade regulations; notes that, unlike in the United States, no bankers in the United Kingdom have been investigated for possible criminal actions

MICHAEL REISS

That this House regrets the resignation of Michael Reiss from his post at the Royal Society.