Early Day Motions

Wassailing in Somerset

That this House celebrates the tradition of wassailing, a pagan ceremony deeply rooted in Somerset’s cultural heritage; notes that this Anglo-Saxon and Celtic custom involves blessing orchards to ensure a fruitful apple harvest for the year ahead; recognises that this tradition, which typically take

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Big Garden Birdwatch 2025

That this House notes the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSBP) annual Big Garden Birdwatch 2025; highlights that across the UK, 600,000 people took part in Big Garden Birdwatch 2024, counting an incredible 9.7 million birds; further notes that house sparrows took the top spot, but counts

Cervival Cancer Prevention Week 2025

That this House notes Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2025, which takes place from 20 to 26 January; highlights that cervical screening is not easy for many, but screening is estimated to save 5,000 lives a year across the UK; underlines that this week is a chance to support and empower individuals

Congratulations to President Trump

That this House congratulates Donald Trump on his inauguration as 47th President of the United States of America; and looks forward to the leader of the free world defending national sovereignty and borders and insisting that the EU’s colonial control of the trade and economic laws of Northern Irela

100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Falkirk

That this House congratulates the Rotary Club of Falkirk on its 100th anniversary of service to the local community; recognises the club’s longstanding commitment to charitable initiatives, civic engagement, and community development since its establishment in 1924; notes the installation of a wishi

King Charles's visit to Sauchie Community Group

That this House congratulates Sauchie Community Group and the wider Clackmannanshire community for their outstanding efforts in hosting His Majesty King Charles III during his surprise visit to Sauchie as part of his trip to Clackmannanshire; notes the significance of this visit in recognising the i

Heart of the Game charity match raises funds for mental health

That this House congratulates Kieren Mooney, a lifelong Alloa Athletic fan, on the success of the Heart of the Game charity football match, which raised £6,600 for the Scottish Action for Mental Health (SAMH); notes that the event not only provided an entertaining 6-4 match but, more importantly, se

Garforth Town AFC and grassroots community football

That this House celebrates the work of volunteers at Garforth Town AFC, nicknamed the miners, at the Bannister Prentice Community Stadium; notes the positive impact that they make in ensuring this wonderful community football club keeps going, growing and thriving; sends condolences to the friends a

First Step to Stand: women’s participation in local politics in Falkirk

That this House commends Councillor Siobhan Paterson for organising the First Step to Stand workshop in Falkirk on Sunday 2 February at Falkirk Trinity Church between 1pm and 3pm, aimed at encouraging more women to engage in local democracy; recognises the importance of empowering women to stand for

Parks Police

That this House recognises the excellent work that the Parks Police undertakes to minimise levels of crime in parks across London; notes the important role they play in tackling anti-social behaviour in open spaces; acknowledges their expertise in their domain; understands park users’ appreciation o

British companies and the transportation of Russian liquefied natural gas

That this House stands with the people of Ukraine against the illegal invasion and occupation of their country by Russia; believes that sanctions on Russian exports and, in particular, Russian-produced fossil fuels, are necessary to help reduce the ability of Russia to fund its ongoing invasion; wel

Consultation on Work Capability Assessment

That this House notes the High Court judgement ruling that the last Government's consultation on changes to the criteria for the Work Capability Assessment was unlawful; and calls upon the new Government to ensure that any proposals to reform the Work Capability Assessment are undertaken by a proces

Blue Monday

That this House recognises Blue Monday and that January can be a particularly difficult month for those struggling with their mental health and wellbeing; commemorates the work of charities such as Samaritans for all their hard work around the year and around the clock in supporting vulnerable peopl

Anniversary of the invasion of Baku

That this House notes that on 20 January 2025 the UK will observe the anniversary of the invasion of Baku by Soviet troops in 1990 in response to the popular movement calling for independence of Azerbaijan; pays tribute to the 150 civilians who lost their lives during the invasion of the city of Bak

Commemoration of the 35th anniversary of the genocide of Kashmiri Pandit Hindus from Jammu and Kashmir in India

That this House commemorates with deep sadness and disappointment the 35th anniversary of the co-ordinated attacks in January 1990 by cross-border Islamic terrorists and their supporters on the minority Hindu population of Kashmir valley; expresses its condolences to its British Hindu citizens, whos

US trade and impact assessments

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be deposited in the Library of the House of Commons all impact assessments which His Majesty’s Government has made regarding the impact of potential US tariffs on the UK economy.

William Buchanan’s contribution to Falkirk

That this House commends William Buchanan for over 35 years of bringing festive cheer to Bonnybridge and Falkirk, starting with carol singing on a tractor and later continuing at Hopepark Sheltered Housing Complex; recognises the dedication of his family who have upheld this tradition, dressing as e

Highland hospital transport

That this House recognises the inequality in access to healthcare faced by residents in the far north of Scotland; acknowledges that thousands of people are struggling to reach Raigmore Hospital in Inverness due to inadequate hospital transport schemes; notes that residents of Caithness have to trav

Open Doors 2025

That this House notes the launch of the Open Doors World Watch List 2025 on Wednesday 15 January 2025, which assists in helping to highlight areas worldwide where Christians continue to be persecuted and where many face the most extreme oppression, threats and on many occasions death; and calls on t

Linda Norgrove Foundation wins Voluntary Sector Partnership Award

That this House congratulates the Linda Norgrove Foundation on winning the Voluntary Sector Partnership Award at the Scottish Public Service Awards; commends their collaboration with the UK and Scottish Governments in order to resettle 19 Afghan female medical students; notes that the students were

B-Eames Cutting Guide

That this House notes that the the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 is inadequate, and requires strengthening to ensure it remains in line with updated regulation; celebrates the B-Eames Cutting Guide, the use of which would improve safety standards within the industry, specifically advocatin

Interstitial Lung Disease

That this House recognises the urgent need to improve the experience of people with Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) and Pulmonary Fibrosis, a progressive and life-limiting lung disease affecting over 70,000 people in the UK; acknowledges the impact of the disease on patients, their families, and car

Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week 2025

That this House celebrates the launch of Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week 2025; notes that the initiative seeks to raise the profile of apprenticeships and promote participation across all levels and vocations; highlights that this is led by the Department for Economy and that this years theme i

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars investment in Goodwood

That this House celebrates the £300 million investment that Rolls Royce Motor Cars (RRMC) is making into its Goodwood headquarters in Goodwood, Chichester; notes that Rolls Royce Motor Cars has contributed over £4 billion to the British economy since 2003; believes that brands such as RRMC that deli

25th Anniversary of the reopening of the Forth & Clyde Canal

That this House congratulates Scottish Canals on the 25th anniversary of the reopening of the Forth & Clyde Canal in 2001 as part of the Millennium Link project; notes that this £83.4 million project was one of the largest canal restoration efforts in Britain, reconnecting the Forth & Clyde and Unio