Early Day Motions

HENRIK LARSSON

That this House salutes the outstanding contribution made by Henrik Larsson to Celtic Football Club, Scottish football and the cause of sportsmanship over the past seven years; acknowledges his conduct both on and off the park as an unfailing role model for all who have admired him; and wishes him a

CHARGES FOR INFORMATION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT 2000

That this House notes with concern that the Government is considering introducing substantially higher fees for obtaining information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 that those promised by ministers during its Parliamentary passage; considers that high fees would deter the public from usin

QUALITY OF SERVICE TO DISABLED RAIL USERS

That this House condemns the poor service endured by Keith Roads and other disabled rail users as a result of the failure of Central Trains to make reasonable adjustments to overcome the barriers presented by inaccessible stations; agrees with the Disability Rights Commission that it is reasonable t

LABELLING OF FOOD CONTAINING NUTS

That this House notes that the number of children with allergies in this country is on the increase and that nut allergy is one of the more serious allergies; further notes that food manufacturers often use the labelling, may contain nuts, which is not sufficient information for a nut allergy suffer

G-WIZ ELECTRIC CARS

That this House welcomes GoinGreen's G-Wiz, the first mass produced, commercially available and emission-free electric car in Europe; believes that the increased availability and use of electric emission-free cars reduces the damage done to the environment by petrol and diesel fuelled vehicles and w

IMMIGRATION AND ASYLUM (S.I.,2004,No.1313)

That an humble address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Asylum Support (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2004 (S.I., 2004, No. 1313), dated 11th May 2004, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13th May, be annulled.

OFCOM AND ELECTRONIC PROGRAMME GUIDES

That this House believes that the providers of electronic programme guides (EPGs) hold a significant position of power in deciding how digital television channels should be listed on the EPG; notes that certain channels are seriously limited in their ability to compete by their position on the EPG;

MR JOHN NEGROPONTE (No.1)

That this House is aware that Mr John Negroponte will be the US Ambassador to Iraq after the 30th June sovereignty transfer, in which position he will wield enormous power; notes the content of the CNN.com report in 2001 to the effect that he served as Ambassador to Honduras from 1981 to 1985 during

MR JOHN NEGROPONTE (No.2)

That this House is aware that Mr John Negroponte will be the US Ambassador to Iraq after the 30th June sovereignty transfer, in which position he will wield enormous power; notes that, whilst US Ambassador to the UN, he said in November 2002 in relation to Resolution 1441 that the Resolution contain

LANCASHIRE'S PLANS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT REORGANISATION

That this House notes that Lancashire County Council's proposal for a unitary authority of 168 members serving a population of more than one million people would be 40 per cent. larger than the next largest English local authority and perhaps have more elected members than any other local authority

EDUCATION OF DOWN'S SYNDROME CHILDREN

That this House commends the Down's Syndrome Association and the Government for supporting the right of children with Down's Syndrome to receive the education they need to fulfil their individual potential in either mainstream or special school; recognises the contribution that the Down's Syndrome A

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CHILDREN'S FOOD BILL

That this House notes that there is a crisis in children's diet-related health, demonstrated by alarming increases in childhood obesity and the appearance of adult-onset diseases, such as type II diabetes, in schoolchildren, which the Food Standards Agency has described as a timebomb which needs to

LONDON OLYMPIC BID(2)

That this House congratulates all those involved in the London Olympic bid on making the final shortlist; wishes to thank Barbara Cassani for her efforts to get London to the final stages of the bidding process and to give full backing to Sebastian Coe in his efforts to secure the games for 2012; ex

SITUATION IN ZIMBABWE(2)

That this House notes the deteriorating situation in Zimbabwe and the growing contempt for democracy, human rights and the rule of law being demonstrated by Robert Mugabe and his Zanu-PF regime; is appalled by continuing political cleansing of black farm workers, by continuing political oppression,

TREATMENT OF VICTIMS OF CRIME

That this House recognises that the Police and the Crown Prosecution Service are expected to act under the provisions of the Victims Charter in providing explanations to those claiming to be victims of crimes whenever it is decided that these bodies will not instigate criminal charges or will drop o

BBC RESTORATION PROGRAMME AND THE LION SALT WORKS IN CHESHIRE

That this House notes that the Lion Salt Works at Marston in Cheshire is the only candidate from the North West of England in the BBC's new Restoration programme; is impressed by the proposal from its charitable trust to restore what was the last open pan salt works in Britain and turn it into a wor

WREXHAM ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL CLUB

That this House is concerned to note the present uncertainty at Wrexham Football Club; recognises the great tradition of the club and its contribution to football in Wales and the United Kingdom; observes that the club is synonymous with its Racecourse ground; and opposes any move to divorce the clu

PROSECUTION FOR WAR CRIMES IN IRAQ

That this House recalls that Western values are embodied in democracy, the rule of law and respect for human rights; further recalls that these values are given effect by United Kingdom adherence to the European Convention of Fundamental Rights; notes that Article 2 - providing for protection of the

SUPPORTERS OF MANCHESTER UNITED AND MILLWALL

That this House expresses its appreciation to the supporters of Manchester United and Millwall for the contribution they made to the success of the FA Cup Final at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff; applauds the friendship and good humour that rival supporters displayed to each other; congratulates th

CURRENT FIREFIGHTERS DISPUTE

That this House appreciates the bravery and dedication of this country's firefighters, which is demonstrated daily in our communities; and calls for the urgent resolution of the current dispute, enabling the full payment of the agreed pay settlement.

20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ATTACK ON THE GOLDEN TEMPLE, AMRITSAR

That this House commemorates the 20th anniversary of the assault by the Indian army on the Sikh's Golden Temple at Amritsar and recalls the tragic loss of life and terrible suffering subsequently inflicted on the people of the Panjab; and further expresses its support for the Coalition for Truth and

LICENSING ACT AND GOLF CLUBS

That this House recognises the concerns of private member golf clubs regarding the implementation of the Licensing Act 2003; notes the potential impact of the Act's provisions on the clubs' ability, under the proposed club premises certificate, to serve alcohol to visiting players (including oversea