Early Day Motions

Contribution of Liam McVey and Mark O’Donnell to St.Fillan's Primary School

That this House congratulates Liam McVey and Mark O’Donnell for their 18 years of volunteering at St. Fillan’s Primary School in Cathcart, Glasgow; notes that both men have been a vital part of the St. Fillan’s family and have now decided to step down from their volunteering roles; recognises they h

Reducing methane emissions

That this House acknowledges with concern that methane emissions are responsible for about half of net global warming to date; recognises that it is not possible to limit global warming to 1.5°C or 2°C without drastically reducing anthropogenic methane emissions; notes that the Norwegian government

University of Durham win on University Challenge

That this House congratulates the team from Durham University on their victory on University Challenge this year; notes that this is the third time a team from Durham University has won the show; recognises the hard work of the team; and wishes them well for the future.

Honouring Laura Nuttall

That this House recognises the life of Laura Nuttall; commends her positivity and hope she showed since her diagnosis with a glioblastoma in 2018; acknowledges that more needs to be done to raise awareness of the unmet need for brain tumours and accelerate the development of new treatment options an

Gullane Tennis Club fundraising for Maggie's Centres

That this House commends the efforts of ten tennis players from Gullane Tennis Club who will cycle more than 70 kilometres and take part in six hours of cardio tennis at six different East Lothian tennis clubs to raise money for Maggie's Centres; understands that the members hope to raise more than

Jonathan Revell retirement as headteacher of Macmerry Primary School

That this House congratulates Jonathan Revell, headteacher at Macmerry Primary School in East Lothian, on his retirement from the role; understands that Jonathan has been the headteacher at Macmerry Primary School for the last four years, having previously served as the headteacher at Prestonpans Pr

Ken Reid Plays and the See Sport Differently campaign

That this House congratulates Ken Reid from North Berwick on playing a key role for See Sport Differently, a campaign to make sport more accessible to people who are blind or partially sighted; notes that the See Sport Differently campaign was launched by the Royal National Institute if Blind People

James Stout and Sports Chaplaincy UK

That the House congratulates James Stout, chaplain at Dunbar United, on climbing Ben Nevis in aid of Sports Chaplaincy UK, an organisation that offers pastoral help to anyone who in involved in sport, whether playing or in a committee; commends the fundraising efforts of the group for climbing the h

End Child Poverty Coalition All Kids Count campaign

That this House notes the publication of the End Child Poverty Coalition’s local child poverty statistics; highlights that the statistics show that 29 per cent of 0 to 19 year-olds were living in poverty in the UK in 2021-22; commends the End Child Poverty Coalition for their campaign All Kids Count

Luton Town Football Club, winners of the EFL Championship Play-Off 2022-23

That this House congratulates Luton Town Football Club on winning the English Football League Championship Play-Off Final and being promoted to the Premier League; celebrates the contribution and success of the players, manager Rob Edwards, club staff and club’s officials, including the Chairman, Da

Drumsagard Football Club 2007s wins Lanarkshire League Cup

That this House congratulates Drumsagard Football Club 2007s, from Cambuslang, on winning the Lanarkshire League cup; notes that this is the second consecutive year in which the club has won the cup; commends the team and coaches for their hard work; congratulates Jude Cummins and Jacob Jukes on sco

Blantyre Foodbank and Scottish SPCA Pet Aid service

That this House commends Blantyre Foodbank on joining the Scottish SPCA’s Pet Aid scheme; notes that through this scheme the foodbank will provide essential food and care supplies to pet owners struggling with the cost-of-living crisis; further notes that this will allow people to better take care o

Calderwood Primary School summer fair

That this House congratulates the parents, teachers, and pupils of Calderwood Primary School, in Rutherglen, on their triumphant summer fair; notes that the school was able to raise a massive £6,163 and that this will be used to fund school activities and equipment; thanks local businesses and commu

Seventh anniversary of Complexions Beauty Salon

That this House congratulates Complexions Beauty Salon in Blantyre on celebrating their seventh anniversary on 30 May 2023; recognises the hard work, commitment and passion of the owners Emma and Lynn; notes that the business provides beauty treatments, a welcoming environment and stylish interior;

Rain or Shine South Lanarkshire

That this House commends the work of Rain or Shine South Lanarkshire; notes that the social enterprise provides new and pre-loved children’s clothes, toys, books, maternity and nursery items to those in need; recognises the hard work of its owner, Paula, and her team in their efforts to support loca

Callum Tracey receives bravery award

That this House commends Callum Tracey, from Blantyre, for his quick thinking and courage following his father, Kevin Hay, taking unwell; notes that five-year-old Callum was able to remain calm and alert emergency services to his father’s condition; rejoices as Callum’s father received support from

Stephanie Thornton marathon for charity

That this House commends Stephanie Thornton, from Blantyre, for running a marathon for Macmillan Cancer Support; notes that she raised a massive £785 for the charity; recognises the importance of Stephanie’s cause and the impact that cancer continues to have on so many families across the UK; commen

Blantyre Volunteer Group and funding for community transport

That this House congratulates Blantyre Volunteer Group on being awarded £28,000 in funding; identifies that the group plays a key role in providing accessible transport and serving their community; notes that the group will use this money to provide transport to hospital patients, shoppers, children

Ann Nisbet and the 2023 Royal Incorporation of Architects award

That this House congratulates Ann Nisbet on being named by the Royal Incorporation of Architects as a winner of their 2023 awards; commends the work of Ann and her studio on the design and creation of building within a ruin, which earned her this esteemed accolade; notes the dedication and skill req

Targets for rooftop solar power

That this House welcomes data released by the Countryside Charity showing that installing solar panels on new buildings and existing warehouse rooftops and other large constructions could provide at least 40-50 gigawatts of low carbon electricity, contributing more than half of the total national ta

Colin Wallace and the Love Kirkcaldy community Facebook group

That this House commends Colin Wallace on his love letter to Kirkcaldy; congratulates him on his self-funded creation of Love Kirkcaldy, a popular community Facebook group that celebrates food, culture, creativity and community; further congratulates him on his advocacy for and partnership with loca

Mike Lowe, Simon Dugmore and Cupcake Coffee Box

That this House commends and congratulates Simon Dugmore and Mike Lowe, who are retiring after eight years as owner-operators of Cupcake Coffee Box and applauds the couple's commitment to foster caring for 50 children over a 12-year period; recognises their business as a welcoming community hub in t

St Roch’s Secondary School and the Institute of Engineering and Technology Faraday Challenge

That this House congratulates the pupils from St Roch’s Secondary School in Royston Glasgow for coming top in the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Faraday Challenge regional heats at Glasgow Airport, where they competed as real-life engineers for the day, researching, designing and buil

Eritrea and the UN Human Rights Council

That this House notes the publication on 17 May 2023 of an open letter, signed by 35 non-governmental and civil society organisations, including Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and Christian Solidarity Worldwide, addressed to Permanent Representatives of Member and Observer States of the U

Papers requested by the UK Covid-19 Inquiry

That this House considers that a motion for an humble address should be debated that gives directions that there will be laid before this House all papers requested of His Majesty’s Government by the UK Covid-19 Inquiry for the the sole purpose of the Inquiry’s use and including any unredacted Whats