Early Day Motions

Christian persecution in Kebbi State, Nigeria

That this House notes with extreme concern reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including the coordinated targeting of at least six predominantly Christian villages in the Danko Wasagu local government area of Kebbi State between 8 and 15 May 2025: further notes that the

Scottish Opera wins Classical:NEXT Innovation Award

That this House congratulates Scottish Opera on being awarded the prestigious worldwide Classical: NEXT Innovation Award for its pioneering health and arts initiative, Breath Cycle; notes that the project, the first of its kind, which began in 2013, now supports people living with a range of respira

Funding for Ely and Haughley Rail junction upgrades

That this House recognises the critical role of the Ely and Haughley rail junctions in supporting national economic growth, regional development, and the transition to greener transport; notes that these long-overdue infrastructure upgrades have been in planning for decades and are now essential to

Mauritius Treaty

That the Agreement, done at London and Port Louis on 22 May 2025, between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of the Republic of Mauritius concerning the Chagos Archipelago including Diego Garcia, should not be ratified.

PA Media Ltd parliamentary newswire coverage

That this House notes with concern the proposals by PA Media Ltd, trading name of the Press Association, to cut posts and merge the previously separate teams responsible for monitoring the House of Commons and House of Lords for the purposes of providing a newswire service to journalists, and reduce

Mauritius Treaty (No. 2)

That this House believes the Mauritius Treaty should not pass because completing the decolonisation of Mauritius cannot be achieved without reference to the people of the Chagos islands (See: UN 742 VII, 1953) who have not been afforded a voice in the treaty negotiations; observes that the Mauritian

Scottish Rugby and the British and Irish Lions

That this House congratulates Pierre Schoeman and Duhan van der Merwe of Edinburgh Rugby on their selection for the British and Irish Lions squad ahead of their tour to Australia; also congratulates Scott Cummings, Zander Fagerson, Huw Jones, Blair Kinghorn, Finn Russell and Sione Tuipulotu from the

Impact of research and development tax credit policy on UK innovation and SMEs

That this House notes with concern the case of Horizon, a retail design and brand communications agency based in Ely, East Cambridgeshire, which has been adversely affected by recent changes to the research and development tax credit scheme; recognises Horizon’s contribution to UK innovation and exp

75th anniversary of Comber Rec FC

That this House notes the 75th Anniversary of Comber Rec FC, celebrated on the 2 June 2025; highlights that the club started in 1950, where Comber Rec played in the Churches League up until 1955 and then played in the Northern Amateur Football League, a league in which they still take part to this d

Prayer for Pentecost

That this House warmly welcomes news that Christians from across the British Isles will be taking part in 72 hours of unbroken prayer this weekend to celebrate Pentecost, the birth of the Church and to pray for our local communities; highlights that, since 2006, the National Day of Prayer and Worshi

Water quality of the River Mole

That this House expresses deep concern over the deteriorating water quality of the River Mole; notes recent data collected by River Mole River Watch reveals persistently high levels of phosphate pollution in the River Mole over the last two years, with average concentrations increasing from 0.48 par

Scotstoun Primary School’s inspection report

That this House congratulates Scotstoun Primary School for being awarded a wonderful inspection report; commends the staff and teachers at the school who were praised for their professionalism ensuring positive outcomes for all children and driving improvements in attainment and gaps in learning, wi

Glasgow Warriors and the British and Irish Lions tour selection

That this House congratulates Scott Cummings, Zander Fagerson, Huw Jones and Sione Tuipulotu on their selection for the British and Irish Lions touring squad; commends Glasgow Warriors Rugby Club, based in Glasgow West for producing the joint-second highest number of players selected for the touring

Glasgow 850 Close Knit project

That this House commends Glasgow Presbytery for marking the 850th anniversary of the City of Glasgow with an exhibition of patchwork blankets; notes that the blankets will be formed of individual squares sewn together by churches, community groups, businesses, organisations and individuals across Gl

World Cider Day 2025

That this House celebrates World Cider Day on 3 June, founded in 2013 to promote the heritage, craftsmanship and cultural significance of cider making around the globe; recognises that cider holds a unique place in British life, with the UK cider industry valued at over £3.4 billion annually, suppor

Volunteers Week 2025

That this House supports Volunteers Week 2025; celebrates the extraordinary work that volunteers, charities, and grassroots organisations do to support their local communities; notes the work of volunteer-supported organisations across the South Cotswolds, including Cirencester Stroke Club, Tetbury

50 years of Stepps Community Fire Station

This House recognises 50 years of life saving service of Stepps Community Fire Station; congratulates Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for this and for their ongoing commitment to community fire stations; notes that this purpose-built station is a local landmark with the fire tower easily recognised

Young game designers

That this House congratulates the young game designers of Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre who, in collaboration with the Tinderbox Collective have created the interactive game Escape Drylaw; understands that this project and others like it are invaluable in helping young people develop transferable skil

Dylan Wood

That this House congratulates Dylan Wood, a talented theatre actor from Tillicoultry in the Wee County, on his outstanding performance as Orpheus in the West End production of Hadestown; celebrates his continued success in the role into 2026 following a widely praised and accomplished run; recognise

Gaza (No. 2)

That this House expresses its condemnation of the Israeli government's expansion of military activity in Gaza and declaration of 22 new settlements in the West Bank; denounces Prime Minister Netanyahu's unwillingness to comprehensively lift the devastating aid blockade; rejects as dangerous, insuffi

Climate Finance Fund (Fossil Fuels and Pollution) Bill

That this House welcomes the contribution made by the Climate Finance Fund (Fossil Fuels and Pollution) Bill, published on 15 May 2025, to the debate on how to fund the urgent action needed to address climate change; welcomes the Bill’s emphasis on the ‘polluter pays’ principle that fossil fuel gian

Whitstone’s Fish and Chip Shop in Midsomer Norton

That this House celebrates Whitstone’s Fish and Chip shop in Midsomer Norton, which was voted the best chippy in Frome and East Somerset by a public vote ahead of National Fish and Chip Day; celebrates all the other brilliant outlets who received votes; recognises their hard work in making and servi

Devon Day 2025

That this House recognises and celebrates Devon Day on 4 June 2025, a day to honour the rich history, culture and natural beauty of the county of Devon; notes the significance of this date as the feast day of St Petroc, one of the patron saints of Devon; acknowledges the contributions of Devon's com

School funding

That this House notes with concern the significant underfunding of schools, leading to severe budgetary pressures and cuts; recognises the considerable strain placed on staff and students, including at a secondary school in Newbury, which faces a projected deficit of £870,000 this year; expresses co

Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre young game designers

That this House congratulates the young game designers of Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre who, in collaboration with the Tinderbox Collective, have created the interactive game entitled Escape Drylaw; understands that this project and others like it are invaluable in helping young people develop transfe