Early Day Motions

IRISH COMMUNITY IN BRITAIN

That this House notes the recommendations of the Citizenship Review conducted by former Attorney-General Lord Goldsmith QC that call for a re-examination of the entitlements of the Irish in Britain; notes the failure of the review team to consult with representatives of the Irish community or the Ir

CARDINAL HUME AND THOMAS HEPBURN SCHOOLS

That this House congratulates Cardinal Hume and Thomas Hepburn schools in Gateshead on being the 19th and 33rd most improved schools in the country since 2004 based on key stage 3 results; echoes the praise for education in Gateshead given by the Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families

ADACTUS AND SPINOZA KENNEDY VESEY PR

That this House is astonished to learn that Adactus employs the public relations firm of Spinoza Kennedy Vesey PR to respond to press queries made to this publicly-funded housing association; demands to know how much taxpayers' money is spent on this frippery; and calls on the Housing Corporation an

INDEFINITE LEAVE TO REMAIN FOR GURKHAS

That this House believes that Gurkhas who serve and have served in the British Army are a credit to the nation and deserve the highest recognition for their bravery and commitment; notes however that Gurkhas who were discharged before 1997 have no right of leave to remain in the United Kingdom or to

UNIFORM IN PUBLIC PLACES

That this House supports the encouragement of service personnel of all ranks in the wearing of uniform in public places; is saddened by the lack of respect shown by individuals and organisations that discriminate against personnel wearing uniform prescribed in uniform regulations; believes there sho

2011 CENSUS AND LOCKHEED MARTIN

That this House is concerned at the possibility that American company Lockheed Martin will win the contract for the 2011 Census; notes that the company is heavily involved in the production of missiles and integrated threat information; further notes that 80 per cent. of the company's business is wi

HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS OFFICES IN GREATER MANCHESTER

That this House notes with concern proposals to close half of Greater Manchester's 18 HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) offices; recognises that the staff employed provide a first-class service to people in Greater Manchester; is concerned that the ability of HMRC to provide tax advice to the public and

COMMUNITY LIBRARY CLOSURES IN ERSKINE AND GALLOWHILL

That this House notes the concern of the people of Erskine and Gallowhill following the decision by the SNP/Liberal Democrat-led Renfrewshire Council to close Bargarran and Gallowhill community libraries without any consultation with these communities; and shares the dismay that local councillors on

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY STRIKE ACTION

That this House expresses deep concern about the continuing poor industrial relations in the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA); notes that starting salaries within the MCA are as little as £12,000, creating significant disparities between pay for MCA workers and others doing comparable jobs in ot

CELEBRATION OF ST PATRICK'S DAY IN MONTSERRAT

That this House joins the people of the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat in celebrating St Patrick's Day on 17th March; recognises the shared heritage and special relationship between the people of the United Kingdom and Montserrat that dates back to Christopher Columbus's epic journey in 14

COLOMBIAN HOSTAGES

That this House expresses concern for all those political hostages being held throughout Colombia; is particularly concerned by the plight of Ingrid Betancourt, a former Colombian presidential candidate, who has been held hostage by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) for the last six

HEARING INDUCTION LOOPS ON THE PARLIAMENTARY ESTATE

That this House is concerned that the House of Commons Banqueting Department is currently unable to provide the free hire of hearing induction loops in all its facilities; notes that the cost of £192 plus VAT required to hire equipment for an event is prohibitively expensive and restricts equal acce

HOSPITAL MEALS

leave out from `untenable;' to end and insert `notes that a survey by leading children's cancer charity CLIC Sargent found that, overall, the quality of food provided to children and young people with cancer in hospital is rated as poor; further notes that adequate and effective nutrition can help s

BRITISH GAS PENSIONS

That this House notes the recent announcement by Centrica/British Gas of record profits; is aware that the shareholders of Centrica have benefited hugely with a 22 per cent. increase in the dividend, which is exactly the same rise as the rise in British Gas bills; is concerned about British Gas's st

ADACTUS HOUSING

That this House deplores the incompetence and lack of concern of Manchester-based Adactus Housing Association which, informed on 15th January by the right hon. Member for Manchester, Gorton of a life-threatening situation affecting a constituent of the right hon. Member, due to the negligence and la

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CLINICAL EXCELLENCE APPRAISAL OF TREATMENT FOR PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION

That this House expresses its concern at the Appraisal Consultation Document regarding treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension published by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE); notes that NICE's recommendation to no longer use intravenous epoprostenol and inhaled i

HON. MEMBER FOR KEIGHLEY'S CAMPAIGNS

That this House applauds the courage and persistence of the hon. Member for Keighley in her nine year long campaigns to expose the dreadful consequences of forced marriages and the hazards of consanguineous marriages; and commends her persuasive measured response to criticism as a model for others t

FIRECONTROL PROJECT

That this House is concerned about the serious financial and service implications for both central and local government, and for the Fire Service and the public, of the Department for Communities and Local Government's (DCLG) FireControl Project; notes that an independent review of the latest busine

CONDUCT OF THE LIBERAL DEMOCRAT PARTY IN LIVERPOOL

That this House deplores the distribution of Liberal Democrat leaflets in Liverpool which politicise the tragic death of Rhys Jones; further condemns the inaccurate and misleading statements in those leaflets which malign the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and distort the budget for the Merseysi

AIR CHIEF MARSHAL SIR KEITH PARK

That this House salutes the memory of Air Chief Marshal Sir Keith Park GCB, KBE, MC and Bar, DFC, RAF, a neglected hero of World War Two; recognises the huge contribution of this great commander to some of the most decisive tactical victories of the war; endorses wholeheartedly the comments of Lord

DARTFORD-THURROCK CROSSING

That this House notes the annual traffic flow at the Dartford Crossing decreased between 2004 and 2007 while overall income from charges increased; further notes that charging at the Dartford Crossing was to cease when financial commitments for the Crossing had been met; acknowledges the Department

CLOSURES OF CRÈCHES BY EDINBURGH CITY COUNCIL

That this House notes with concern the proposed closures of crèches in public swimming pools and leisure centres in Edinburgh as a result of financial cutbacks imposed by the Liberal Democrat/SNP administration on Edinburgh City Council; notes that these crèche facilities are a well-used community r

MEHDI KAZEMI AND THE TREATMENT OF HOMOSEXUALITY IN IRAN

That this House is concerned by the case of Iranian teenager Mehdi Kazemi who is currently living in Holland; notes reports that Mr Kazemi's boyfriend was forced by Iranian authorities to denounce other gay men, including Mr Kazemi himself; is appalled at reports that Mr Kazemi's boyfriend was then

ROYAL MAIL RNLI LIFEBOAT STAMPS

That this House congratulates the Royal Mail on the launch of six commemorative stamps featuring the rescue work of RNLI lifeboats and Coastguard helicopters and particularly praises the inclusion of the Barra Island Lifeboat on the first class stamp; notes poignantly that the launch of the stamps,

AEGIS SPECIALIST RISK MANAGEMENT

That this House regards upholding the rule of law as a primary duty of all servants of the state; rejects the statement by Aegis Specialist Risk Management that there was political motivation behind the convictions of Guardsmen James Fisher and Mark Wright for the murder of innocent teenager Peter M