Early Day Motions

EU TREATY REFERENDUM TIMETABLE

That this House calls on the new Prime Minister to demonstrate his desire for a new style of politics by keeping to the spirit of promises made to the British people by setting out the timetable for a referendum on the new EU treaty.

COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF EU MEMBERSHIP

That this House calls on the new Prime Minister to demonstrate his humility, and his faith in the British people by agreeing to a full and independent cost-benefit analysis of the UK's membership of the European Union.

REPATRIATION OF POWERS FROM EUROPE

That this House calls on the new Prime Minister to demonstrate his leadership and trustworthiness by setting out for the British people how he will achieve the repatriation of powers to this Parliament from Europe.

CHILDHOOD LEUKAEMIA AND SAGE

That this House notes the second anniversary of the Department of Health-funded Draper Report, published in the British Medical Journal in June 2005, which found that children who lived within 200 metres of high voltage power lines had a 70 per cent. higher risk of developing leukaemia than those wh

OFCOM'S PROPOSALS ON RADIO MICROPHONES

That this House welcomes the revised proposals by Ofcom on the long-term supply of radio spectrum for the users of wireless microphones and similar equipment; recognises that the new proposals demonstrate that Ofcom has listened to the concerns of wireless microphone users about initial plans to auc

REUSABLE NAPPY SCHEMES

That this House welcomes the Government's Waste Strategy for England; observes that one of the most effective means of reducing the amount of waste going to landfill is to encourage the use of reusable nappies instead of the three billion disposable nappies sent to landfill each year; and invites th

PARKING ATTENDANTS IN EDINBURGH

That this House notes that parking attendants in the City of Edinburgh Council area, contracted by NCP and members of the Transport and General Workers section of Unite, have democratically voted to take industrial action to highlight their fight for a living wage; acknowledges that these workers cu

SUSTRANS' `CHANGE YOUR WORLD' CAMPAIGN

That this House commends Sustrans' Change Your World campaign, which involves people giving up one car journey in the week of the 1st to 7th July, to encourage methods of transport which are kinder to the environment; acknowledges that if everyone was to give up just one car journey the level of tra

REDUCING CARBON MONOXIDE DEATHS AND INJURIES

That this House notes with concern that every year at least 20 to 30 lives are lost from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, and possibly many more, because domestic gas appliances have not been properly installed or maintained and congratulates organisations such as Consumer Safety International, CO-Ga

LYMPHOEDEMA

That this House notes that at least 100,000 people in the UK suffer from lymphoedema, a chronic swelling which can affect any part of the body; is aware that the condition can be a distressing side effect of cancer and its treatments, but also occurs far more commonly in people who have not suffered

RACECOURSE BOOKMAKERS

That this House observes that racecourse bookmakers are part of the historical and cultural fabric of horse race meetings in this country; notes that all racecourse bookmakers will lose significant amounts of money, and run the risk of going out of business, if racecourses are allowed to assume the

HOUSING (S.I., 2007, No. 1668)

That the Housing Act 2004 (Commencement No. 8) (England and Wales) Order (S.I., 2007, No. 1668), dated 8th June 2007, be revoked.

VIOLENCE AND INEQUALITY

That this House notes the establishment of the new Commission for Equality and Human Rights (CEHR) due in October; recognises that violence and abuse is a violation of human rights and often both a consequence and perpetuator of inequality; further notes, for example, the higher levels of sexual abu

THOMAS TELFORD AND MORAY'S TELFORD CELEBRATIONS

That this House recognises the celebrated work of Scots-born engineer Thomas Telford; notes that 2007 represents the 250th anniversary of his birth; further notes Telford's astonishing contribution to engineering, including the design of over 1,000 bridges, amongst them the world-renowned Craigellac

COUNCIL FOR EX-MUSLIMS OF BRITAIN

That this House supports the human right to freedom of religion or belief, including the right to change one's religion; and welcomes the launch on 21st June of the Council for ex-Muslims of Britain, an organisation dedicated to speaking up for the rights of those raised as Muslim but who have now l

FLOODING IN SHEFFIELD

That this House recognises the terrible flooding experienced across South Yorkshire, particularly in Sheffield and Rotherham; pays tribute to the courage and resilience of all residents affected; offers condolences to the families of Ryan Joe Parry, Mike Barnett and other casualties; applauds the am

HUMAN RIGHTS AND HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY

That this House believes that the Human Rights Act 1998 should apply to fundamental rights of citizens, such as the right to a secure home; further believes that pensioners suffering from diseases of old age are particularly vulnerable, and are especially in need of having their living rights protec

FREEDOM OF ASSEMBLY IN EASTERN EUROPE

That this House notes with disgust the violent reaction to Gay Pride events that have been taking place in eastern Europe over the past weeks; further notes that in some countries Gay Pride events are banned; recognises that the banning of such events contravenes the European Convention on Human Rig

ORAL EVIDENCE TAKEN BY THE JOINT COMMITTEE ON THE DRAFT HUMAN TISSUE AND EMBRYOS BILL

That this House notes with consternation that the Joint Committee on the Draft Human Tissue and Embryos Bill has significantly truncated the evidence taking process by inviting 19 organisations, the majority of whom have expressed criticism of provisions of the Bill, to an attenuated one and a half

EQUAL PAY IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

That this House acknowledges that equal pay between women and men is a legal right under UK and EU law; is concerned that, despite the best efforts of trade unions, women in local government continue to be unlawfully underpaid; notes that the lack of financial help offered to local authorities to as

LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

That this House expresses its deep regret at the refusal of London Metropolitan University to consult the University College Union (UCU), which is recognised by staff as their representative union; and urges the university's governors to insist that the Vice-Chancellor acknowledge that UCU is the re

WITHDRAWAL OF BRITISH TROOPS FROM IRAQ

That this House calls upon the new Prime Minister to announce as his first act in office a timetable for the withdrawal of British troops from Iraq.

SMART METERING SYSTEMS

That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to smart metering in the Energy White Paper; notes that the use of smart metering systems can better engage consumers and suppliers by giving up to the minute information on energy usage whilst helping the environment and security of energy supply

MADAGASCAR NATIONAL DAY 26th JUNE 2007 AND CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY

That this House commends the government of Madagascar for its remarkable efforts to conserve the unique biodiversity of its country through the Durban Vision of President Marc Ravalomanana; recognises the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria in supporting conservation in Madagascar by designatin

HOLOCAUST AND VETERANS' DAY

That this House welcomes Veterans' Day on 27th June; recognises with enormous gratitude the immense contribution made by veterans throughout the ages who risked their lives to uphold the great British values of freedom, democracy and tolerance; further recognises that the courage and sacrifice of Br