Early Day Motions

LONDON POST OFFICE CLOSURES

That this House regrets the planned closure of 170 post offices in London; recognises that hundreds of thousands of people will be affected by these closures because they may not be able to travel the extra distance to the next post office; notes that once a branch is closed it is highly unlikely th

TRADE UNION WEEK

That this House recognises that free and independent trade unions are a force for good in UK society and around the world; further notes that workplaces with organised trade unions have better pay and conditions and health and safety protection than non-trade union workplaces; therefore welcomes the

POST OFFICES IN FINCHLEY AND GOLDERS GREEN

That this House notes with concern the proposal to close five sub-post offices in the Finchley and Golders Green constituency, namely Childs Hill, East End Road, High Road, Nether Street and Pennine Parade; further notes that a post office is a vital community facility of great value to many residen

VAT ON ESSENTIAL SUN CARE HEALTH PRODUCTS

That this House recognises the need for a greater focus on preventative health care and that skin cancer cases in the UK have more than doubled in the last 20 years with 60,000 people diagnosed and 1,700 deaths each year from melanoma; further notes that children are particularly at risk with around

IMPACT OF THE ABOLITION OF THE 10 PER CENT. TAX BAND ON PENSIONERS AGED 60 TO 64 YEARS

That this House expresses its concern that the aboliton of the 10 per cent. tax band introduced in the 2007 Budget will have a detrimental impact on a number of low income groups, particularly pensioners aged between 60 and 64 years; notes that those who have retired on medical grounds under 60 year

TURKISH INCURSION INTO KURDISTAN

leave out from `forces' to end and add `and calls for a ceasefire and political dialogue in Turkey so that the diversity of the population is recognised and the national borders of all countries in the region are recognised and respected.'.

MEDIA AND POLITICIANS

That this House recognises that the normal state of affairs is for the media to report on, criticise and comment on politicians; and believes that, although it is fair game and good sport to reverse roles, politicians should usually have the sense, strength and humour to live with robust coverage.

ELECTION OF DEMETRIS CHRISTOFIAS AS PRESIDENT OF CYPRUS

That this House warmly congratulates Demetris Christofias, leader of AKEL, on his election in the Cyprus Presidential elections on 24th February; also welcomes the statement of the runner-up, former Cyprus Foreign Minister, Ioannis Kasoulides MEP, offering his unconditional support to the new Presid

CHILD PROTECTION IN JERSEY

That this House commends the campaign waged by Senator Stuart Syvret in Jersey to draw attention to the long-standing problem of child abuse in the island; condemns the attacks made on him by the establishment elite which controls Jersey's political and judicial institutions, attacks which after a l

ANTI-DEPRESSANT DRUG TRIALS

That this House welcomes the revelation under Freedom of Information of un-published trial reports on anti-depressants that prove they are no more effective than placebos for the great majority of patients; deplores the practice of pharmaceutical companies of suppressing publication of trials with n

VIREMENT OF FARM TAX

That this House notes that cereal farms in England saw an increase of 70 per cent. in average income in 2006-07 and a further increase of 45 per cent. in 2007-08; regrets the consequent increase in the price of grain to pig and other farmers; and believes virement of the windfall profits from grain

MALTESE BIRD HUNT

That this House condemns the Maltese bird hunt which results in the senseless slaughter of spring migrant birds on the island of Malta; congratulates the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds along with Maltese conservationists on highlighting the mass destruction of birds; and urges action by M

RE-UNIFICATION OF CYPRUS AND THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS

That this House congratulates Demetris Christofias on his election victory in Cyprus and further welcomes his reported commitment to explore how to reunite the island of Cyprus and to build a consensus between northern and southern communities.

BRUCE FORSYTH

That this House acknowledges the 80th birthday and celebrates the prolific career of Bruce Forsyth CBE; applauds his outstanding contribution to the British entertainment industry and the general happiness he has brought to the nation; acknowledges his standing as a national institution and one of B

CARBON EMISSIONS AND NEW HOMES

That this House recognises the need to improve domestic energy efficiency in order to tackle climate change and reduce fuel poverty; welcomes the introduction of carbon reduction targets for new homes; however notes that in line with the Code for Sustainable Homes all new homes built using Governmen

MAYOR OF LONDON'S YOUTH OFFER

That this House believes it is vital that every young Londoner is given the chance to fulfil their potential; welcomes the Mayor of London's Youth Offer which will help provide young people with more safe places to go and things to do outside of school hours, to support them and help them back into

COUNTER TERRORISM BILL

That this House notes with concern Clause 27 (Jurisdiction to try offences committed in the UK) in the Counter Terrorism Bill, which would allow terrorism offences committed in Scotland to be tried in any court in the United Kingdom; recognises that the constitutional independence of the Scottish le

HACAN AND JOHN STEWART

That this House congratulates HACAN and its co-ordinator, John Stewart, for the excellent role played by both in organising the successful series of public meetings and events, culminating in 3,000 people attending a rally in Central Hall, Westminster, which has enabled people and communities to exp

POST OFFICES IN HYNDBURN

That this House notes with concern the proposal to close five sub-post offices in Hyndburn constituency, namely Longshoot in Haslingden, St Hubert's in Great Harwood, Church, Huncoat and Belthorn; recognises that these post offices are at the heart of their communities and believes it to be wholly w

RIGHT CARE RIGHT DEAL

That this House welcomes the Right Care Right Deal Campaign launched by Counsel and Care, Carers UK and Help the Aged; notes with concern that two thirds of people in the UK have no plans to put aside any money to fund their social care; further notes that the value of unpaid care for the over 65s t

TEN PER CENT. TAX RATE

That this House notes that the 10 per cent. starting rate of income tax on earned income will be abolished on 5th April 2008; further notes the report by Community Links, the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group and the Child Poverty Action Group entitled Interact: benefits, tax credits and moving into work

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

That this House recognises the importance of International Women's Day on 8th March; notes that it has been observed for almost 100 years and that significant achievements have been made to advance women's equality during that time; further notes with dismay the continuing challenges women face to a

POST OFFICES IN WALES

That this House regrets the proposed closures of sub-post offices in Wales; believes that sub-post offices provide much needed services which should be expanded; is concerned that the well-being of many people will be harmed if the closures go ahead; and calls on Post Office Ltd to abandon the closu

BOYS DON'T SING TELEVISION PROGRAMMES

That this House congratulates the inspirational Gareth Malone, Helen Collins, the staff and particularly the boys of Lancaster School for their commitment, dedication and courage during the making of the enthralling television programmes, for their outstanding achievements in representing the school

SSRI ANTI-DEPRESSANTS

That this House welcomes the Department of Health's announcement to increase the provision of talking therapy for depression; notes Professor Irving Kirsch's study of the manufacturer's trials of the SSRI anti-depressants Prozac, Seroxat and Efexor and his conclusion that these drugs are not effecti