Early Day Motions

F-GASES REGULATION

That this House notes that hydrofluorocarbon chemicals used in refrigeration and air-conditioning have on average 2,274 times the global warming potential of carbon dioxide; recalls the statement, firstly, in the UK Climate Change Programme that 'HFCs are not sustainable in the long term', and secon

BUXTON MINERAL WATER

That this House notes that Buxton Mineral Water has had a reputation for its pure and wholesome qualities for around 2,000 years; further notes that it has a significant place in the retail bottled water market and is the official drink for the Wimbledon tennis championship; further notes that the B

COAGULOMETERS

That this House notes that approximately 1.5 per cent. of the population require oral anticoagulation therapy; recognises that hospital warfarin clinics consume substantial resources with time and travel implications for patients; further notes that new hand-held coagulometers can be used by patient

TRANSFER OF FAMILIES ON BENEFITS TO TAX CREDITS

That this House notes the Government's plans to transfer families with children currently receiving income-based jobseeker's allowance and income support on to child tax credit from April; further notes with concern the reports of delays in the systems testing of the computer software needed to faci

REDUCING ALCOHOL DEATHS

That this House is seriously concerned about the high and rising levels of harmful alcohol consumption in Britain; notes with great interest the report published on 4th March by the Academy of Medical Science drawing attention to the crucial significance of price in alcohol consumption levels; empha

SINGLE FARM PAYMENT IN SEVERELY DISADVANTAGED AREAS

That this House supports the principle of decoupling of farm subsidies from production and the move to a single farm payment; notes that the Government's decision to adopt a phased introduction of area payments in England contrasts with the historic method of allocation in Wales and Scotland and wil

LICENSING ACT 2003 AND CIRCUSES

That this House notes that the circus was invented in this country over 200 years ago and is a much-loved British entertainment tradition; commends the work of the Circus Arts Forum who promote circus in all forms; recognises that the Arts Council and other organisations are extremely concerned at t

CANCER CHARITIES

That this House recognises that cancer is a major killer disease in the United Kingdom; pays tribute to all the charities involved in conducting research into treatment for cancer and to those charities which provide support and care for people suffering from cancer; expresses its support and apprec

EFFECTS OF EU EXPANSION

That this House welcomes the recent reports published by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research and Ernst & Young Item Club stating clearly that the economy will benefit from European Union expansion; agrees with the reports that because of the forthcoming European Union enlargement

HIZB UT-TAHRIR

That this House congratulates the Reading Council for Racial Equality and its Director, Rajinder Sohpal, on publicly dissociating themselves from the extremist Hizb ut-Tahrir organisation; and calls upon Reading Borough Council to cease providing subsidised facilities to Hizb ut-Tahrir, in the inter

CLOSURE OF POST OFFICES IN SOUTH BIRMINGHAM

That this House notes with concern the area plans drawn up by Post Office Ltd for constituencies across South Birmingham which propose the closure of 29 post offices in the area; believes that the plans are poorly researched, that they do not demonstrate any understanding of the needs of people in S

PENSIONERS COMMISSIONER

That this House notes the growing numbers of pensioners as a percentage of the population and, as a consequence, the growing number of people in need of care and support; recognises the importance of promoting pensioner welfare and tackling pensioner poverty in addition to maintaining high standards

COMMONWEALTH DAY 2004

That this House proudly observes Commonwealth Day on Monday 8th March; recognises the shared heritage between the peoples of all Commonwealth countries; applauds the Commonwealth Secretariat in choosing Building a Commonwealth of Freedom as the theme for Commonwealth Day 2004, with the aim of strivi

BRITISH FOOTBALL AND THE OLYMPIC GAMES

leave out from 'see' to end and add 'teams from all four home nations participating in the 2008 Olympic Games, guaranteeing maximum participation of sportsmen and women from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in all sporting disciplines.'.

DENTAL CARE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

That this House recognises dental care in Northern Ireland to be the worst in the United Kingdom, with 60 per cent. of the Province's five year olds experiencing tooth decay; notes that those from socially disadvantaged backgrounds are much less likely to attend a dentist; further notes that particu

LORD PENROSE'S REPORT ON EQUITABLE LIFE

That this House notes that Lord Penrose's Report finds extensive evidence of regulatory failure, including operational failure, throughout the 1990's; and calls on the Government to find a way in which either the Parliamentary Ombudsman or Lord Penrose himself can now examine possible maladministrat

ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES & THE EU WORKING AT HEIGHT DIRECTIVE

That this House is surprised and concerned at the attitude of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in respect of EU Directive 2001/45/EC laying down safety rules for working with ladders and ropes; notes the sensible approach of other EU countries, which realise that the Directive was never intende

MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF COUNCIL HOUSES

That this House notes that there is a significant gap of £2.5 billion between the money allowed by the Government for the management and maintenance of council houses, £3.0 billion, and the amount required £5.5 billion as determined by research carried out for the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister

AWARDING OF GREATER ANGLIA PASSENGER FRANCHISE TO NATIONAL EXPRESS GROUP PLC

That this House congratulates National Express on winning the Greater Anglia passenger rail franchise after a competitive process; recognises this success as a reflection of the Government's new franchising policy which makes the ability of bidders to meet service quality standards, punctuality and

WESTMINSTER GYMNASIUM

That this House congratulates the Westminster Gymnasium (Jubilee Hall Clubs) on becoming runners-up in the corporate club section of the FAME Awards 2003 and for winning the customer satisfaction survey section; commends and thanks the staff for their unfailing cheerfulness, helpful attitude and pro

MUSEUMS, LIBRARIES AND ARCHIVES COUNCIL

That this House welcomes the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council's launch of its Investing in Knowledge campaign, designed to create new and enticing routes to the collections of museums, archives and libraries so that everyone has access to the knowledge and information they need to shape their

JOHN KERRY

That this House congratulates Senator John Kerry on his resounding victory in the primaries for the Democratic Presidential nomination to stand against President Bush; welcomes his progressive economic and social policies for the future of the American people; and looks forward to his victory on 2nd

CHEWING GUM LEVY

Line 5, after 'Chancellor', insert 'in view of the Government's commitment to the principle of producer responsibility.'

BRITISH FOOTBALL AND THE OLYMPIC GAMES

That this House wishes to see a football team representing Great Britain and Northern Ireland in the 2008 Olympic Games; and calls upon the British Olympic Association and the football associations of the four home nations to agree a formulation based either on a directly selected team or on the win

DEVELOPMENT OF CARLISLE AIRPORT

Line 4, after 'District' insert 'the Scottish Borders'.