Early Day Motions

25th Anniversary of Arora International Gatwick Crawley

That this House congratulates the Arora International Gatwick on its 25th anniversary this month; expresses its gratitude for the extensive investment in Crawley which has been undertaken by Arora Group, bringing jobs, infrastructure, and enhancing the public realm; and recognises the remarkable ach

25th anniversary of the Police Service of Northern Ireland

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI); highlights that, during this time, the PSNI has had six Chief Constables leading from the front; recognises the many challenges that come with policing and commends the commitment of officers across all

Harley Cunningham climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for Cruse Bereavement Support

That this House congratulates Woking resident Harley Cunningham on her extraordinarily moving achievement in climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa; notes that Harley undertook this incredible challenge in memory of her late son James, who tragically passed away aged just 21 months;

80th anniversary of Portavogie Fishermen's Choir

That this House congratulates Portavogie Fishermen's Choir on celebrating 80 years of performing and bringing music to communities across Northern Ireland and beyond; recognises the choir's proud origins in the fishing village of Portavogie and its important connection to the area's maritime and fis

Aaron Sarwar U19 World Boxing Champion

That this House congratulates Aaron Sarwar of Kilmarnock on becoming U19 World Boxing Champion at the World Boxing U19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro; notes that the 18-year-old secured the men's 50kg flyweight title after defeating Vladimir Orlov in the final; further notes that he won five bou

Tullochan's 30th anniversary

That this House congratulates Tullochan, the West Dunbartonshire youth development charity, on their 30th anniversary; recognises the outstanding contribution they have made to the lives of young people and their families across West Dunbartonshire since 1996; notes that Tullochan has supported more

Captain David Seath Memorial Fund 10-year anniversary

That this House congratulates the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund in Dunfermline on reaching the milestone of ten years of fundraising in support of veterans and their families across Scotland through Help for Heroes; notes that the fund was established by Gary Seath following the tragic death of

Reducing heading in training in football

That this House welcomes the parliamentary e-petition submitted by Dr Judith Gates on behalf of Head Safe Football, which calls for legal safeguards to limit repetitive heading in football training in order to protect brain health; notes growing evidence linking repetitive head impacts in football w

The Kinneuchar Inn named best pub in Scotland

That this House congratulates The Kinneuchar Inn based in the East Neuk village of Kilconquhar on being named the best pub in Scotland in the Good Food Guides 100 best pubs for 2026; notes it is the only Scottish pub in the top 50 places overall; recognises the incredible work of Chef James Ferguson

Edinburgh Zoo's baby boom

That this House congratulates Edinburgh Zoo on its remarkable baby boom in 2026, including the birth of two Asiatic lion cubs, three capybara pups, a pygmy hippo named Piper and Scotland's first-ever baby sloth, Atty; recognises the dedication and expertise of the keepers, veterinary staff and conse

Ken Windsor and Kelvindale Community Council

That this House pays tribute to Ken Windsor on his retirement from Kelvindale Community Council in Glasgow after many years of service; notes that he served as a volunteer in the community council in a number of roles, including Secretary, Vice-Chair and Chair; commends his dedication to representin

Retail Trust's Let’s Respect Retail campaign

That the Parliament welcomes the Retail Trust's Let’s Respect Retail campaign supported by the British Retail Consortium and trade union USDAW that commenced on 9 November 2026, which aims to encourage the promotion of kind, courteous and respectful behaviour in stores towards retail workers and fel

Rhea Space Activity UK

That this House commends Rhea Space Activity UK, a space technology company based in Edinburgh South West constituency, for its contribution to Scotland’s growing space sector; notes the company’s work on quantum technology and its development of advanced navigation technology; recognises the skille

Balerno High School visit to Parliament

That this House celebrates the recent visit to Parliament from the Rights Respecting Schools Award Group from Balerno High School; praises their special recognition from UNICEF for their work on the OutRight campaign; notes the students' draft petitions on issues including banning fireworks near zoo

Fireworks Night and the protection of people and animals

That this House recognises and commends the work of police officers, fire and rescue services, emergency service personnel, volunteers, local authorities, animal welfare organisations and others across the UK who worked throughout Bonfire Night to support communities, maintain public safety and mini

10th anniversary of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre

That this House congratulates Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre, on the occasion of its 10th anniversary; recognises the significant contribution that Oriam has made since opening in 2016 as a world-class facility for sport, health, wellbeing and sporting excellence; notes that the centre,

Global pause on superintelligent AI

That this House expresses concern about the rapid acceleration toward superintelligent AI; notes that while AI presents transformative opportunities for economic growth and medical breakthroughs, uncontrolled frontier systems pose severe risks to national security; calls on the Government to convene

Closure of Leweston School

That this House notes with concern the sudden closure of Leweston School on 27 October 2026, announced with just three days’ notice before the end of half term, leaving over 570 pupils without a school place, and teaching and support staff facing unemployment and financial hardship; recognises the p

Ruth Favede’s fundraising for Behçet’s UK

That this House congratulates Ruth Favede on receiving the Behçet’s UK Members Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the charity; notes that what began as a one-off fundraising event to mark her 40th birthday in 2011, inspired by her sister Janet’s experience of Behçet’s, has expan

Nasser Zefzafi

That this House, in marking his birthday on 4 November, recognises the work of human rights activist Nasser Zefzafi in seeking better healthcare, education and employment opportunities; reflects on his ongoing imprisonment in Morocco since his arrest in 2017 as a prisoner of conscience; and calls fo

150th anniversary of the Crossley brothers' Otto Crossley Patent Engine

That this House on the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the Otto Crossley Patent Engine of 1876 recognises the ground-breaking achievements of County Antrim pioneering engineering brothers Francis, Frank, William Crossley, 1839 – 1897, and Sir William John Crossley, 1844 – 1911, 1st Baronet,

Withdrawal from Investor-State Dispute Settlement Treaties

That this House expresses deep concern that UK-based Cadence Minerals and REM Mexico are suing Mexico over its nationalisation of lithium, undermining the right of Mexican communities and their democratically elected government to determine how their country’s natural resources are used; opposes Inv

70th anniversary of the Stratford upon Avon Canal Society

That this House congratulates the Stratford upon Avon Canal Society on the occasion of its 70th anniversary; notes that the Society, founded in 1956, is widely regarded as the oldest canal restoration society in the United Kingdom; recognises the extraordinary efforts of volunteers who successfully

Chris and Viv Lane and the Keinton Mandeville Big Breakfast

That this House pays tribute to Chris and Viv Lane for their ten years of service in organising the Keinton Mandeville Big Breakfast; notes that since its inception more than 27 years ago, the Big Breakfast has grown into the largest event in the village calendar, serving delicious, freshly cooked b

Penny and Keith Bird of Wot a Picture, Street

That this House recognises the contribution of Wot a Picture, a photography and framing business in Street, as a fine example of the family-run enterprises that sustain rural Somerset; thanks its owners, Penny and Keith Bird, for providing the community with high-quality photographic and framing ser