Early Day Motions

Overseas-qualified dentists

That this House notes that around 5,000 overseas-qualified dentists are currently waiting to sit the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) in order to practice dentistry in the UK; further notes that each application process costs individuals approximately £5,000; highlights the case of one South Cotswol

25th anniversary of Ballynahinch Protestant Boys Flute Band

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of Ballynahinch Protestant Boys Flute Band; notes the band's contribution to the musical culture in Northern Ireland over the last 25 years and that to this day the band still has members that have participated from their conception; highlights the div

Future of the UK baking industry

That this House notes with concern recent media reports that Associated British Foods, parent company of Allied Bakeries which produces Kingsmill bread, are in talks over a potential merger with Hovis, owned by Endless LLP; further notes that this comes as a response to reports of unsustainable loss

Nurses Day 2025

That this House notes Nurse's Day 2025 on May 12 which celebrates the incredible skill and dedication of all nurses across the UK and further afield; highlights the vast variety of settings, from GP staff to hospitals and from community care staff to pharmacies; underlines that despite their invalua

Court transcript costs

That this House believes that victims of crime should be able to access a transcript of court proceedings free of charge; notes that this would improve transparency throughout the criminal justice process; regrets the extortionate costs associated with court transcript fees, noting particular instan

Restructure of local government debt

That this House expresses deeps concern that local government net debt across UK has doubled since 2010 and is spiralling out of control; notes a funding gap of £6.4 billion forming in the day-to-day council budgets in 2024-25 in comparison to 2019-20 budgets; acknowledges that councils will be conf

Community Energy Pathways and the King’s Award for Sustainable Enterprise

That this House congratulates Community Energy Pathways (CEP), a not-for-profit community energy social enterprise based in Lewes, East Sussex, on being awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Sustainable Enterprise; notes that this award reflects two years of rigorous due diligence by the King’s F

International Nurses Day 2025

That this House recognises 12 May 2025 as International Nurses Day and pays tribute to the exceptional dedication, professionalism and expertise of nursing staff across the UK and around the world; notes that nursing is a highly skilled and safety-critical profession requiring rigorous training, adv

Impact of the UK–US trade deal on the domestic ethanol industry and the green economy

That this House recognises and applauds the historic trade deal established between the UK and the UK as a major achievement for the UK economy and a testament to the Government's commitment to enhancing international trade relations; acknowledges the potential boost that this agreement represents f

Driving tests in Hampshire

That this House notes significant backlogs in access to practical driving tests in Hampshire; recognises the impacts on young drivers and access to employment opportunities; acknowledges new measures introduced by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, including the recruitment of additional exami

Wallace High School Senior Girls Football Team

That this House congratulates Stirling’s Wallace High School Senior Girls Football Team on their resounding 9–1 victory on Friday 9 May to win the Scottish Schools’ Football Association Senior Girls Shield; notes that this triumph crowns them Scottish champions for the second year in a row and highl

Support for the trans community

That this House celebrates the contribution that the trans community, binary and nonbinary, makes to the UK; recognises that transgender transition liberates trans people to be their true selves; notes that there is no such thing as gender ideology, but that term is used to oppose acceptance of tran

Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia

That this House congratulates the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia, the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, on his historic victory and successful re-election in the Australian General Election held on Saturday 3 May 2025; notes the increase in seats in the House of Representatives and swing to

Speed camera guidance

That this House notes with deep concern the persistence of dangerous speeding on roads such as Strines Road in the constituency of Hazel Grove, where residents have repeatedly raised the alarm over unsafe driving conditions and the inadequacy of current enforcement mechanisms; regrets that under cur

Rail ticket prices

That this House notes with concern the continued increase in rail ticket prices across the UK; further notes that the cost of rail travel has become unaffordable for many people, placing an unfair burden on those who rely on public transport; recognises that high rail fares risk undermining efforts

Protection of free expression and resistance to blasphemy laws

That this House reaffirms its unwavering commitment to freedom of expression as a fundamental pillar of British democracy; notes with concern recent efforts, both formal and informal, to reintroduce blasphemy-style restrictions under the guise of hate crime, or public order; recalls that the UK form

Peace Child International time capsule in Perth

That this House celebrates the unveiling of the Peace Child time capsule in Perth, 34 years after it was buried by 60 young people from Perth Youth Theatre and 60 young people from around the world; notes that the time capsule is filled with notes of how young people in 1991 hoped to see the world i

UK role in peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina

That this House notes with deep concern the ongoing threats to peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly the actions of Milorad Dodik in rejecting the authority of the international peace envoy and undermining the Dayton Agreement; recalls the consistent warnings of the late Lord A

New Lord Lieutenant of Moray

That this House congratulates Air Commodore Alistair Monkman CBE on his appointment as Lord Lieutenant of Moray; pays tribute to the exemplary service of his predecessor, Major General Seymour Monro CBE LVO, who served with distinction for five years and demonstrated outstanding leadership and compa

National Operating Department Practitioner Day

That this House recognises and celebrates National Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) Day on 14 May, which highlights the vital role ODPs play in the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care in our hospitals and surgical theatres across the United Kingdom; commends the dedication, sk

Environmental Protection

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2025 (SI, 2025, No. 407), dated 27 March 2025, a copy of which was laid before this House on 31 March 2025, be annulled.

Gaza occupation proposals

That this House expresses its outrage at proposals by the Israeli Government to indefinitely occupy Gaza; condemns the plans for the further forced displacement of Palestinians; affirms its belief that, if realised, these would constitute clear breaches of international law; notes with immense conce

Commemorating VE Day in Glasgow West constituency

That this House recognises the VE day commemoration to be held at the Knightswood War Memorial in Glasgow West constituency on Saturday 10 May; notes that 2025 is the 80th anniversary of VE day; congratulates Terrence McCourt who was instrumental in the establishment of the War Memorial, which has b

Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Workers national award

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotland annual conference in Glasgow on 7 May 2025; recognises the outstanding contribution of the team, h

Deaf Awareness Week 2025

That this House recognises the importance of, and celebrates, Deaf Awareness Week 2025; acknowledges this year’s theme, Beyond Silence; congratulates organisations such as the British Deaf Association, the Royal National Institute for Deaf People, and the National Deaf Children’s Society for the vit