Early Day Motions

End of Alcohol Awareness Week

That this House notes the end of Alcohol Awareness Week, which took place from 8 to 13 July 2025; highlights the theme of alcohol and work where around 10 million people regularly drink alcohol in ways that can harm health and wellbeing; underlines the affects of alcohol use, from headaches to hango

Twelfth July Celebrations 2025

That this House notes the Twelfth of July 2025 celebrated across Northern Ireland and beyond; highlights the fantastic community spirit demonstrated and those Orangemen and women, and members of the public, who gather alongside wonderful music to remember the importance of the Battle of the Boyne; u

Irish Republic and Israel

That this House notes widespread concern at reports that the government of the Irish Republic has recently passed into law its intention to ban the purchase of goods from some parts of Israel; understands that this means the Irish state would appear to be the first European nation since Nazi Germany

The Waid Academy and the HRUC National Innovation Challenge 2025

That this House congratulates students Lucas Bain and Murray Allan of The Waid Academy in North East Fife for reaching the final three schools in the 2025 HRUC National Innovation Challenge with their innovative project entitled Brickteria, a concept designed to create sustainable alternatives in co

Mental health in farming (No. 2)

That this House recognises the significant stresses faced by farmers, including rising production costs, lower margins, Government policies and long hours, and acknowledges the negative impact these factors can have on their mental health; notes with concern that 95% of young farmers in the UK consi

Fiftieth anniversary of 15th Coatbridge Boys' Brigade

That this House acknowledges the fiftieth anniversary of the 15th Coatbridge Boys’ Brigade; notes that the 15th Company formed in December 1974 at Blairhill Dundyvan Church, Coatbridge, following the merger of the 2nd and 14th Coatbridge Boys’ Brigade Companies; understands that fifty-four members a

Mandatory ethnicity pay gap reporting and action plans

That this House notes with concern that nationally, there is a 6% pay gap between employees from Black, African Caribbean or Black British ethnic groups and their White counterparts; further notes that in London the ethnicity pay gap is the highest in the country at 23.8%; expresses concern that Bla

Peace and sovereignty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

That this House expresses deep concerns about the devastating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and the humanitarian crisis that’s caused over 15 million civilian deaths since 1996; notes that Amnesty International and UN experts have reported that the Rwandan-backed M-23 militia

National Day of Memory for Victims of Honour-Based Abuse, 14 July

That this House recognises the National Day of Memory for Victims of Honour-Based Abuse on 14 July as an opportunity for remembrance, reflection and collective action in commemoration of those that have lost their lives due to honour-based abuse; commemorates with profound sadness that the day falls

Parthenon Sculptures

That this House notes that the British Museum still holds about half of the Parthenon Sculptures, controversially removed from Athens by Lord Elgin between 1801 and 1812, during the Ottoman occupation of Greece, and that they remain on display in the British Museum to which they were transferred by

Mick Conroy retirement as a postman

This House congratulates Mick Conroy on his nearly two decades of service as a postman in Bury St Edmunds; thanks him for his dedicated work as a central part of the local community; and pays tribute to the vital role of postmen and women across the country.

50th anniversary of Triton Showers

That this House acknowledges and congratulates the 50 year anniversary of Triton Showers in Nuneaton, which was established in 1975; notes that the business has been at the forefront of providing customers with energy efficient electric and mixer showering products ever since; further notes that, in

Animals

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Welfare of Animals (Transport) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 (SI, 2025, No. 776), dated 30 June 2025, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 July, be annulled.

RealTechBot, first Lego League International Open Winners

That this House notes success of the robotics team RealTechBot, who have emerged victorious at the first Lego League International Open in Florida; recognises that they were successful in beating 96 teams from 11 countries; praises their winning design, the PH Wanderer, a low-cost, solar-powered, au

Remembering PC Ian Minett

That this House pays tribute to the life of PC Ian Minett, a dedicated and admirable public servant who died unexpectedly whilst on duty; recognises the daily sacrifices he made as an officer, putting himself at risk to protect the safety and security of the people of Gloucestershire; and commends P

Recognition of Wiltshire schools achieving the Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark

That this House congratulates the fifteen schools across Wiltshire, including several in the Chippenham constituency, that have been awarded the British Dyslexia Association’s prestigious Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark; celebrates this landmark achievement as a powerful step towards inclusive educat

Reform of the special educational needs and disabilities system

That this House notes with deep concern the persistent crisis in the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, following years of neglect; welcomes the Government’s acknowledgement of the urgent need for reform; further notes the widespread anxiety among parents, carers and professio

Impact of net zero policies on the agricultural sector and rural communities

That this House expresses deep concern over the damaging and disproportionate impact of the Government’s net zero policy on the agricultural sector, which is essential to food production, economic stability and the resilience of rural communities across the United Kingdom; notes that the pursuit of

Bath and North East Somerset Community Wellbeing Hub

That this House celebrates the Bath and North East Somerset Community Wellbeing Hub, which was voted second, Highly Commended, in the Innovations in Public Private Partnerships category at the Municipal Journal Awards; praises all the work of the team involved in the Hub and wider partnership; celeb

Access to mental health support for children and young people

That this House is deeply concerned that nearly one million people are currently waiting for mental health services across the UK; notes with particular concern the impact on children and young people, including the 300 currently on the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) caseload in

Funding and role of community pharmacies

That this House notes the vital role played by community pharmacies in delivering frontline healthcare and reducing pressure on general practice and hospitals; recognises that in areas such as West Dorset, 17 pharmacies dispense around 160,000 prescriptions each month and help save approximately 2,5

Governance arrangements in local government

That this House recognises the value of the committee system as a democratic and transparent form of local governance, allowing decisions to be made collectively by elected councillors from across political parties; notes that the committee system enhances accountability, fosters cross-party collabo

Longlevens Mixed Ability Rugby Team champions

That this House congratulates the Longlevens Mixed Ability Rugby Team on being crowned Gold Cup Champions of the 2025 International Mixed Ability Rugby Tournament; recognises that, despite extreme weather conditions, the team won all six of their matches, including a victory over the reigning champi

100 years of RAF Odiham

That this House acknowledges the immense contribution that the RAF and air bases across the UK make to our national security; recognises the critical support they have given throughout numerous conflicts and the invaluable assistance they give to all branches of the military; congratulates RAF Odiha

Cool hubs

That this House is deeply concerned about the impacts of extreme temperatures this summer; is further concerned that poorly insulated housing puts lives at risk during heat waves especially for the most vulnerable people suffering with extreme temperatures in care homes, hospitals and temporary acco