Early Day Motions

COMMON FISHERIES POLICY

at end add `; but believes that the only long-term solution is to take back control of British waters as defined by international law.'.

YOUNG PEOPLE IN EMPLOYMENT

leave out `multi-billion pounds' and insert `properly-funded'.

RETAIL CARBON REDUCTION SCHEME

That this House congratulates the British Retail Consortium on developing a pilot scheme to display publicly energy performance certificates for retail premises; supports this retail initiative designed to raise awareness of the importance of energy efficiency amongst consumers, as well as to encour

EUROPEAN COMMISSION BAN ON SEAL IMPORTS

That this House welcomes the UK Government's policy to press the European Commission to ban the import of harp and hooded seal products into the EU; notes that a Written Declaration signed by a record number of Members of the European Parliament called for the European Commission to take action imme

REVIEW OF HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS OFFICE CLOSURES

That this House notes the recent announcement by the Government regarding the restructuring and closure of HM Revenue and Customs' offices across the United Kingdom, and the implications this will have for staff involved; and calls upon the Government to give serious consideration in Northern Irelan

BT AND FINANCIAL EXCLUSION

That this House notes with concern the decision by British Telecom to introduce a charge on customers who decide not to pay their bill by direct debit or monthly payment plan; acknowledges that these forms of payment may save BT some administrative costs but that consumers deserve to be able to make

FOREIGN OWNERSHIP

That this House believes that it has become increasingly difficult to define the British economy in the face of industrial takeover by foreign interests; notes with concern that increasing tranches of industry based in the UK are now owned by individuals and companies registered outside the UK, incl

HORSE RIDING ESTABLISHMENTS AND INSURANCE

That this House notes that horse-riding establishments continue to encounter difficulty with insurance claims following accidents and in obtaining insurance cover generally following the House of Lords interpretation of the Animals Act 1971 in the case of Mirvahedy v Henley [2003] 2 AII ER 401; furt

DOLPHINS

That this House notes with concern the slaughtering of dolphins in Japan; expresses concern for the tradition of the annual cull near the southern port of Taiji for dolphin meat to be supplied to restaurants, supermarkets or for pet food; further notes with concern the sale of those kept alive to be

HEALTH PROVISIONS FOR THE ELDERLY

That this House notes with concern the current imbalance in health provisions for the elderly; expresses its concern at the postcode lottery which means that in some areas of the country one in 20,000 have their care home bill funded by the National Health Service; also notes with concern the estima

PANATHLON CHALLENGE

That this House recognises the enormous contribution made to school sport by the Panathlon Challenge, which has provided multi-sport competition for over 250,000 children, including disabled and able-bodied, over the last 10 years at an average cost of approximately £15 per head; notes the demand fo

PARLIAMENT AND QUANGOS

That this House notes with grave concern that since the Government was elected in 1997, Parliament has lost many of its powers, which have been ceded to unelected quangos; further notes that, despite the Government having promised to reduce the number of quangos, over 110 have been created since 199

CREATION OF HYBRID AND CHIMERA EMBRYOS

That this House agrees with the Government's proposal, as set out in paragraph 2.85 of its paper Review of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act (Cm 6989), that the creation of hybrid and chimera embryos in vitro should not be allowed; but disagrees with its proposal to create a power enabling

STATUE OF MARGARET THATCHER

leave out from `recalls' to end and add `the great achievements of Baroness Thatcher in changing Britain for the better including curbing excessive trades union powers, standing up to naked aggression in the Falklands, extending popular capitalism, giving millions of Britons the chance of home owner

FUEL POVERTY AND PRE-PAYMENT METERS

That this House notes with concern that users of pre-pay meters (PPMs), who, according to Ofgem research, are concentrated amongst low-income consumers, pay as much as £123 per year more for their gas and electricity than other account-based users; acknowledges that PPMs can incur additional unit an

COST OF DEMENTIA

That this House welcomes the Alzheimer's Society report Dementia UK, which highlights the continued and rising prevalence, cost and impact of dementia on those with the condition and their families and carers; recognises that more than one in 10 people suffer dementia at some point in their lives; n

PUNISHMENT BY THE FOOTBALL AUTHORITIES AGAINST AFC WIMBLEDON

That this House regrets that AFC Wimbledon of the Ryman League Premier Division has been deducted 18 points, fined and thrown out of the FA Trophy and the Surrey Senior Cup for registering a player without also completing an International Transfer Certificate, even through his previous club, Cardiff

MAGGOT THERAPY

That this House notes that it is estimated that treatment is required for 650,000 diabetic and venous ulcers in the UK each year at an estimated cost of £3 billion; acknowledges that effective debridement or removal of necrotic (rotting) material from the wound is a key element in preparing a wound

INVESTIGATION OF PRIVATE EQUITY BUY-OUTS

That this House is concerned with the level and quality of assessment of the financial risk attached to private equity buy-outs and that there is insufficient financial disclosure by the private equity companies; is concerned about the tax incentives which are driving private equity buy-outs and the

COMMON FISHERIES POLICY

That this House is deeply concerned about the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) fishing policy, in particular the failure of the EU Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) regulations, which have led to progressive cuts in quota and are now denying smaller and inshore boats and local

BRITISH TSUNAMI

That this House notes the consensus expert view that a tsunami caused the flood of the Gwent and Somerset levels in January 1607; believes a similar event now would result in massive destruction and loss of life; and calls for an early warning tsunami watch on British coasts.

WAR HEROES STAMP

That this House congratulates the Turner Prize-winning artist Steve McQueen for his work Queen and Country, which depicts photographs of 98 British soldiers killed in Iraq printed in a stamp format; and calls on the Royal Mail to respect the wish of the artist and the loved ones of the fallen soldie

BISHOPS IN THE LORDS

That this House notes the Government's proposals in the document The House of Lords: Reform that the reformed chamber should include Church of England bishops who will hold their seats as of right; further notes the overwhelming public wish shown in the 2002 consultation on Lords reform to abolish a

CHILDREN AND FAMILY COURT ADVISORY AND SUPPORT SERVICE

That this House believes that standstill budgets at the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (CAFCASS) is leading to pressure on services and to delay in administering cases involving vulnerable children; and therefore calls on the Government to ensure, as a priority, that CAFCASS

SYRIA

That this House welcomes the recommendation made by the Iraq Study Group that an Iraq International Support Group should be formed which would actively enter into diplomatic dialogue with Syria; believes that it is only by engaging with Syria that President al-Assad and his administration may be enc