Early Day Motions
Formal motions tabled by MPs to draw attention to issues, campaigns and concerns.
61,441 EDMs
DARTFORD-THURROCK CROSSING
after `Bexley', insert `and Havering'.
DARTFORD-THURROCK CROSSING
after `Bexley', insert `and Havering'.
INCOME SHIFTING AND THE FUTURE OF SMALL BUSINESS TAXATION
leave out from `partnerships;' to end and add `commends the Government for recognising that the initial proposals had serious flaws and for taking the time to consult further; calls on HM Treasury to recognise that profits from a business do not simply represent remuneration for labour, but are a re
BEHAVIOUR OF CHINESE FORCES IN TIBET
leave out from `and' to end and add `welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement that he will meet the Dalai Lama when he is in London in May.'.
POST OFFICES IN BRENT
after `open', insert `notes that the national post office closure programme results from EU regulation and interference in UK's domestic policies'.
POST OFFICE CLOSURES IN CEREDIGION AND POWYS
at end insert `notes that the national post office closure programme results from EU regulation and interference in the United Kingdom's domestic policies'.
COLIN WORTON
That this House recognises the injustice caused to the UDR 4 and Colin Worton in particular who was wrongly accused of involvement in murder; commends Colin for his ongoing campaign to have his name cleared; and calls on the Government to make an appropriate compensation payment to Colin Worton in l
FUNDING OF ARMAGH OBSERVATORY
That this House applauds the Armagh Observatory's considerable contribution to astronomical research and its very high international standing; believes the observatory is one of the world class scientific institutions in the British Isles; is very concerned about the funding shortfall currently faci
FREE NATIONAL BUS PASS FOR PEOPLE OVER 60 YEARS
That this House congratulates the Government on the introduction of a free national bus pass for all people over 60 years living in England; believes that this will enhance the lives of many older people by enabling them to stay active and get out and about in their communities; notes the finding of
BUSINESS CRIME
That this House believes that business crime damages communities and restricts growth; recognises the need to record the extent of business crime so that the full scale of the problem can be understood; and calls on the Government to take action to reduce business crime.
HUNTING IN PUBLIC PARKS IN KNOWSLEY
That this House reaffirms its abhorrence of the practice of hunting live animals with dogs; condemns attempts to circumvent the legislation which it has passed on this matter, and in particular the practice of hunting wild animals clandestinely in urban parks such as Stadt Moers Park in Knowsley; an
WAR GRAVES PHOTOGRAPHIC PROJECT
That this House notes that the War Graves Photographic Project has been established to integrate the work being carried out by volunteers photographing designated war graves and memorials around the world; commends this work which provides an uncomplicated facility for families to obtain a photograp
ACCRINGTON HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS OFFICE
That this House notes with dismay the reversal of the interim decision to keep Accrington HM Revenue and Customs office open; notes with concern that the staff there face the possibility of being relocated to jobs in Manchester or Bootle, destinations which far exceed a reasonable daily travelling d
CENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF SAM ENGLISH
That this House notes that 2008 marks the centenary of the birth of Sam English, born near Coleraine, who became the highest goal scorer for Glasgow Rangers in a single season, with a total of 44, a record still held to the present day; acknowledges the tragedy that occurred during a Rangers versus
POISONS INFORMATION SERVICE
That this House expresses its concern about the threat to the future of the Guy's and St Thomas' Poisons Unit (GTPU) which provides a 24-hour poisons advice and support service to clinical staff in both human and animal healthcare; notes that it has operated continuously for 44 years and has answere
IMPACT OF SCHOOL COSTS ON FAMILIES AND CHILD POVERTY
That this House notes the publication of Adding up: The Range and Impact of School Costs on Families by the School Costs Coalition; further notes that the report reveals restrictive supply arrangements making school uniforms unaffordable, restrictive costs for learning materials such as books, sport
ETHIOPIAN TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION
That this House shares the deep concern of Education International, the TUC and the National Union of Teachers over the future of the legitimate Ethiopian Teachers' Association (ETA) following the recent Ethiopian Supreme Court ruling which resulted in an order for the union's property, assets and e
DEATH SENTENCE OF TROY ANTHONY DAVIS
That this House notes with concern the conviction of Troy Anthony Davis on a charge of murdering the police officer Mark MacPhail in Georgia in 1989; notes that Mr Davis is facing the death penalty in Georgia and that there are substantial concerns and questions being raised by campaigning organisat
RISEBRIDGE GOLF COURSE
That this House expresses its dismay at the developments that have taken place at Risebridge Golf Course in Romford where, under the guise of landscaping improvements, developers have been granted permission to deposit thousands of cubic metres worth of landfill waste onto Green Belt land; is concer
65th ANNIVERSARY OF THE BETHNAL GREEN TUBE SHELTER DISASTER
That this House marks and commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Bethnal Green tube shelter disaster; celebrates the 173 lives, including 62 children, that were tragically lost on 3rd March 1943 when a panicked crowd surged into the air raid shelter in the station trapping people on the stairs and
ST GEORGE'S DAY
at end add `by designating an additional national bank holiday.'.
PREVENTION OF FORCED MARRIAGES
That this House wishes to put on record its appreciation of the work of Philip Balmforth in protecting thousands of vulnerable girls in the Bradford district; further wishes to commend West Yorkshire Police and Bradford social services for having the foresight to engage Philip 12 years ago, thus ena
SIR KEITH PARK MEMORIAL CAMPAIGN
That this House recognises the vision and skill of Air Chief Marshal Sir Keith Rodney Park, GCB, KBE, MC and Bar, DFC, RAF, in leading to victory those who fought on the ground and in the air during the Battle of Britain; notes that the failure of Nazi Germany to defeat the RAF in 1940 was Hitler's
SHANNON MATTHEWS
That this House welcomes the discovery, apparently safe and well, of nine year-old Shannon Matthews after more than three weeks missing from home in Dewsbury Moor; congratulates West Yorkshire Police for the way in which it has handled a complex and sensitive case; and pays tribute to the dedication
PORTRAIT OF A NATION
That this House welcomes the launch of the Portrait of a Nation programme of events by the Liverpool Culture Company, the Heritage Lottery Fund and participating cities and places; recognises its importance in celebrating national and local heritage and distinctiveness; notes that the campaign will