Early Day Motions
Formal motions tabled by MPs to draw attention to issues, campaigns and concerns.
61,520 EDMs
Multilateral funding for education
That this House recognises the central importance of education to sustainable development, including its role in securing peace, prosperity and equality; expresses its serious concern that, despite these benefits, 273 million children and young people globally are out of school, while millions more
Modern Service Framework for neurological conditions
That this House recognises that neurological conditions affect 1 in 6 people in the UK, are the leading cause of disability globally and cost the UK economy an estimated £96 billion every year; further recognises with regret that people with neurological conditions across the country face long waits
Free short-stay parking to support high streets and town centres
That this House recognises the vital contribution of high streets and town centres to local economies, employment and community life; notes with concern the challenges facing town centre businesses, including declining footfall, changing consumer habits and competition from out-of-town retail parks
100 years of Yeovil Bowls and Squash Club
That this House congratulates Yeovil Bowls and Squash Club on marking 100 years at its current site in Higher Kingston, Yeovil; recognises the work done by volunteers to make the club accessible to all members of the community, including juniors and people with visual impairment; further recognises
Right to independent advocacy for care home residents
That this House recognises that many people living in registered care settings do not have appropriate family members or friends available to support them in expressing their views, understanding decisions about their care, or exercising their rights; notes that existing statutory advocacy provision
Bersted Parish Council Summer Playscheme 2026
That this House commends Bersted Parish Council for organising its annual Summer Playscheme, providing a free packed lunch for all local children every Thursday and Friday during the school holidays as well as entertainment; recognises that the summer holidays can place significant additional financ
First female guizer jarl in Shetland’s Junior Up Helly Aa
That this House congratulates Erin Harries of Shetland for becoming the first female in history to take on the role of guizer jarl in the 2027 Junior Up Helly Aa festival; notes that Erin’s appointment marks an important moment in history for the festivals past, present and future; recognises that a
Jespers of Harrogate 125th anniversary
That this House congratulates Jespers of Harrogate on its 125th anniversary; notes that the business was founded in 1901 by Foster Barrett Jesper as a hand engraving workshop on Prospect Crescent, undertaking commission work for London jewellers, the Royal Family and major sporting and business inst
Rocoil's contribution to UK energy innovation
That this House congratulates Rocoil, based in Harrogate, on the successful validation of its systems; commends the company’s success in deploying Rogowski coils to measure both low and high electrical currents in contained spaces around the world; recognises its work with the UK Atomic Energy Autho
Park View School, Chester-le-Street
That this House congratulates Park View School, Chester-le-Street, and its students, on the outstanding success and development of its Academy of Sport; notes its growth from a relatively small men's football programme into a substantial multi-sport provision within a mainstream state school; recogn
John Martin and Whitkirk Cricket Club
That this House recognises and celebrates John Martin's extraordinary service to Whitkirk Cricket Club in East Leeds; notes that John's contribution to Whitkirk Cricket Club started in the early 1960s, where from the age of just 7 he took responsibility for keeping the scores in matches, and has con
Treatment of security staff employed at the National Gallery
That this House is deeply concerned that the National Gallery’s security staff, of whom the vast majority are from minority ethnic backgrounds, are being unfairly treated compared to the mainly white staff employed directly by the National Gallery; notes that directly employed staff enjoy a six-star
His late Majesty King Harald V
That this House notes with sadness the death of His Majesty King Harald V of Norway, at the age of 89, on Friday 28 August 2026 at the national hospital in Oslo; acknowledges the words of His Majesty King Charles III who sent his condolences on behalf of The Royal Family and the United Kingdom of Gr
Coach Casey Young
That this House celebrates Casey Young on being awarded Coach of the Year in the disability pathway at the FA Grassroots Football Awards; commends Casey on the hard work and determination he has demonstrated in his work with Bristol City Cerebral Palsy FC, never missing a coaching session despite un
Health and Remedy named Natural Lifestyle Retailer of the Year
That this House celebrates Health and Remedy in Chard on being awarded Natural Lifestyle Retailer of the Year; commends the hard work and dedication the owners have put into building their business and providing an exceptionally high standard of service to their customers; recognises the vital role
150 Years of St Paul’s Church Harrogate
That this House congratulates St Paul’s Church in Harrogate on celebrating its 150th anniversary; recognises the church’s long and proud history, having begun as a preaching station in 1875 before becoming a sanctioned charge in 1876; celebrates the generations of ministers, members and volunteers w
Nigel Bevan and Berkshire Scouts
That this House pays tribute to Nigel Bevan on stepping down as County Lead Volunteer for Berkshire Scouts after 12 years; recognises that under his leadership the county consolidated and expanded its team of paid development officers, strengthening support to groups across Berkshire and helping to
100th anniversary of Limavady Baptist Church
That this House notes the one hundredth anniversary of Limavady Baptist Church, Co. Londonderry; recognises the faithful gospel witness that has been maintained since 1926; and expresses the hope that the preaching and testimonies of those whose lives have been transformed through faith in Jesus Chr
30 years of SAT-7's ministry
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of SAT-7, founded in 1995 at a meeting held in Larnaca, Cyprus; recognises the vision of Terence Ascott in creating a Christian Arabic-language satellite channel; highlights the growth of SAT-7 as it now reaches millions of viewers in 25 countries broa
Passing of global icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton
That this House expresses profound sadness at the death of country singer Dolly Parton; highlights the contribution her songs made to the creative industry especially in the late 1960s, early 1970s; notes the hit song I will Always Love You which means so much to so many people across the United Kin
National Playlist Day (No. 2)
That this House commends Playlist for Life on its work in supporting people living with dementia through the use of personalised music playlists; recognises the positive impact that personally meaningful music can have in reconnecting people living with dementia and their memories; acknowledges Nati
Ahmadiyya Muslims in Pakistan
That this House condemns the systematic persecution of Ahmadiyya Muslims in Pakistan; deplores the violence, disenfranchisement, arbitrary arrest, and restrictions on religious practice Ahmadis endure daily under Pakistan’s blasphemy and anti-Ahmadi laws; denounces the desecration of Ahmadi graves a
56th anniversary of the election of Salvador Allende
That this House marks the 56th anniversary of the election of Salvador Allende as President of Chile on 4 September 1970; notes with concern evidence from declassified Foreign Office files that the UK Government conducted covert propaganda operations aimed at preventing his election in 1964 and 1970
Funding of Jodrell Bank Observatory
That this House notes with grave concern the decision by UK Research and Innovation to withdraw £2.8 million in annual funding from Jodrell Bank Observatory, placing at risk the future of the Lovell Telescope and e-MERLIN, the UK's national radio astronomy network; further notes that, unless alterna
Cosmetic specifications for fresh produce and national food security
That this House notes with concern the impact of extreme summer heat on UK fresh produce; calls for greater flexibility in cosmetic specifications for fresh produce, given that appearance does not reflect nutritional value, in order to reduce food waste before it leaves the farm gate; further calls