Early Day Motions

Nature-Friendly Farming Week

That this House celebrates Nature-Friendly Farming Week; acknowledges the important role farmers across the UK play in growing food, restoring habitats, protecting wildlife, and strengthening rural communities; congratulates the nature-friendly farming network on their work to expand and support nat

Former secretary of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

That this House notes that Gary Kent, a parliamentary staff member since 1987, was secretary of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for nearly two decades until last year; welcomes the recent decision of the Kurdistan Regional Government to commend his notable service a

British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme (No. 2)

That this House condemns the ongoing injustice faced by members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme (BCSSS) and urges the Government to act immediately to ensure that all former mineworkers are treated with fairness and dignity; notes that, while the Government has recently released fund

Arms exports to Israel

That this House calls on the Government to immediately suspend all arms exports to Israel in line with majority public opinion and urgently provide full transparency over Britain’s military relationship with Israel considering new evidence of significantly increased military shipments during the war

Humanitarian aid into Gaza

That this House calls on the United Nations, alongside the Security Council, to take urgent action to facilitate humanitarian aid access to Gaza, in light of the statement by the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs that 14,000 babies will die in Gaza if aid supplies do no

Hillhead Primary School fundraising marathon

That this House congratulates the pupils, staff, parents and wider community of Hillhead Primary School in Glasgow on raising over £1,500 through a marathon relay at Scotstoun Stadium to upgrade the school’s outdoor spaces and play areas; applauds the 21 Primary 3 pupils, all aged between seven and

Falkirk Delivers named Policing Partner of the Year for Forth Valley

That this House congratulates Falkirk Delivers on being named Policing Partner of the Year for Forth Valley; notes that as the Business Improvement District for Falkirk town centre, it represents over 600 businesses and has worked closely with Police Scotland to support crime prevention, public safe

Braes High School awarded Climate Action Project of the Year in Eco-Schools Scotland Awards

That this House congratulates Braes High School in Falkirk on winning the Climate Action Project of the Year at the Eco-Schools Scotland 2025 Awards; commends the leadership and commitment of its pupils in promoting climate action and working with schools across Falkirk to raise awareness; and wishe

Steins Thistle win Scottish Amateur Cup

That this House congratulates Steins Thistle on their historic victory in the Only Sport Scottish Amateur Cup final, defeating FC Pather 3-1 at Hampden Park; commends the players, coaching staff, and supporters for this outstanding achievement; recognises their qualification for next season’s Scotti

Horsham FC

That this House congratulates Horsham Football Club on a historic 2024-25 season; commends the team for reaching the first-round proper of the FA Cup for the third time in four years, securing the Isthmian League title, and achieving promotion to the National League South for the first time in the c

Impact of No Recourse to Public Funds on child poverty

That this House recognises the urgent need for child poverty measures to include all children living in the UK, regardless of immigration status; notes with concern that an estimated 1.5 million children in families with migrant parents live in poverty, accounting for more than a third of the total

Progress in UK-EU relations

That this House welcomes the steps taken at the recent reset Summit to improve UK-EU relations and move beyond the instability and confusion of recent years; recognises the potential for cooperation in areas such as science, defence and food trade to bring tangible benefits to people and businesses

65 years of song from Kirkintilloch Ladies Choir

That this House congratulates Kirkintilloch Ladies Choir on their 65th anniversary; notes that their celebratory concert held on 10 May 2025 provided a diverse programme of music from the choir’s wide repertoire; further notes that the aim of the choir is to promote the enjoyment of singing among wo

130th anniversary of R.J. Mitchell

That this House pays tribute to R.J. Mitchell, lead designer of the Spitfire, on the 130th anniversary of his birth; notes his contribution to victory in the Battle of Britain through his work on the Spitfire; and further notes his connection to North Staffordshire and celebrates his collaboration w

Gillies 130 years in business in Broughty Ferry

That this House congratulates Gillies of Broughty Ferry in marking 130 years in business; celebrates its role as one of the largest furniture retailers in Scotland; notes their involvement in giving back to the community of Broughty Ferry by supporting the Summer Gala Week and raising money for a no

Legacy League’s fundraising for Newbury Cancer Care

That this House recognises the efforts of the organisers of the Legacy League, Andrew Downing and Ashley Stockwell, for hosting a charity football tournament at Trinity School in Newbury to raise funds for Newbury Cancer Care; notes that the tournament consisted of eight teams and 85 players; congra

Carnoustie Golf Links wins Best Golf Course in Scotland award

That this House congratulates Carnoustie Golf Links on being awarded Best Golf Course in Scotland over £250 at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards; recognises the significance of this achievement in celebrating excellence in Scottish golf; commends the dedication of the entire Carnoustie team in mainta

120 years of DC Thomson

That this House marks 120 years since the establishment of DC Thomson in Dundee, celebrating its profound impact on publishing, journalism, and popular culture; recognises its role in shaping the city’s identity and entertaining generations through some of the most iconic comic characters in history

Women in Transport's 20th anniversary

That this House congratulates Women in Transport on the occasion of its 20th anniversary; recognises and commends the organisation’s outstanding work in championing gender diversity and inclusion across the transport sector; applauds its commitment to supporting, connecting and advancing women at al

Imprisonment of Lucy Connolly

That this House notes with concern the continued imprisonment of Lucy Connolly, a young mother, for a non-violent offence; recognises that the UK’s prison system is facing unprecedented overcrowding; further notes that the use of custodial sentences for non-violent offenders, particularly primary ca

Shrill carder bee

That this House notes with concern the decline of the Shrill carder bee; is alarmed that the Shrill carder bee is now only found in several areas of the UK including the Somerset Levels; further notes the vital role bees and other pollinators play in our ecosystems and food security; celebrates Worl

Glenskirlie Castle, Scottish Prestige Hotel Awards

That this House congratulates Glenskirlie Castle in Banknock on being highly commended in the Best 4-Star Hotel (Central) category at the Scottish Prestige Hotel Awards 2025; recognises the hard work and dedication of all staff in delivering outstanding hospitality; and wishes the team continued suc

Employee ownership of United Auctions

That this House congratulates United Auctions on becoming the first employee-owned livestock auctioneering business in the UK; notes that this landmark transition to employee ownership marks an exciting new chapter for the company, which has been at the heart of Scotland’s agricultural community for

Sewage pollution

That this House expresses grave concern over the ongoing sewage pollution crisis in England, particularly in rural constituencies like West Dorset; notes with alarm that over 450,000 sewage spills were recorded across England in 2024, including almost 4,200 in West Dorset, resulting in over 48,000 h

50th anniversary of Hambleton Choral Group

That this House celebrates 50 years of singing from Hambleton Choral Group; notes that the group was the idea of the Vicar of Hambleton at the time, Rev. Ted Swinnerton who brought together a dozen men and women from the Lancashire village, and the group grew and the repertoire of music became more