Early Day Motions
Formal motions tabled by MPs to draw attention to issues, campaigns and concerns.
61,520 EDMs
Merchant Navy Day
That this House recognises 3 September as Merchant Navy Day, established to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present; notes the historic and continuing dedication of merchant seafarers, and their supportive families residing in Eastleigh; celebrate
Proposed Scottish Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame
That this House welcomes the proposal by ScotsRock to establish Scotland's first dedicated Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame to honour the country's outstanding musical history and support the next generation of talent; celebrates Scotland's extraordinary, world-class contribution to global music and its l
Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing, Cupar
That this House congratulates Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing of Cupar, North East Fife, on securing four nominations in the prestigious 2026 Salon Awards; notes that the salon has been shortlisted in the categories of Best Salon, Best Colour Salon, Creative Image of the Year, and Stylist of the Year; re
Retford Town Hall
That this House congratulates Eddie Matthews on his retirement as caretaker of Retford Town Hall; thanks him for his many years of dedicated service and for the care, professionalism and warm welcome he has shown to everyone using the building; recognises the important contribution he has made to th
25 years of Glasgow ANSAR
That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of Glasgow ANSAR, a local community group deep-rooted in inclusion and respect; highlights the crucial work they do across Glasgow in creating opportunities through sports, arts and community, allowing many marginalised groups a place of comfort and sa
10 years since the start of Edinburgh’s 20mph scheme
That this House celebrates 10 years since the City of Edinburgh Council began implementing its 20mph speed limit scheme under the Leadership of Councillor Lesley Hinds; notes that the programme, initiated in 2016, was one of the first city-wide speed-reduction initiatives in the UK and has since bec
Closure of High Borrans Outdoor Education Centre
That this House regrets the decision by North Tyneside Council to close High Borrans Outdoor Education Centre in Windermere in November 2026; notes that High Borrans has provided vital outdoor learning experiences for thousands of children and young people living in urban and disadvantaged areas sin
Chichester Priory Park Cricket Club, 175th anniversary
That this House congratulates Chichester Priory Park Cricket Club on celebrating its 175th anniversary, tracing its origins back to the first recorded match played in Priory Park on 7 August 1851; recognises the club's historic role in English cricket, including former member Arthur Hobgen's role in
Essential energy guarantee
That this House recognises that access to affordable energy is a basic necessity and that no household should face a choice between heating their home and meeting other essential needs; notes that households continue to face significant financial pressure from energy bills following continued volati
Hedgehog Rescue
That this House commends the vital work of Hedgehog Rescue, which treats, rehabilitates and cares for over 300 hedgehogs a year in South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Bath, Somerset and Bristol, including orphaned young that must be hand reared before release; recognises the tireless dedication of the
Yoker Athletic Football Club's 140th anniversary
That this House congratulates Yoker Athletic Football Club on its 140th anniversary, marking an extraordinary milestone since the club’s formation in 1886; notes that while the club represents the Yoker area in the west of Glasgow, it has for most of its history been based at Holm Park in Clydebank;
Abuse Doesn't Fly campaign
That this House welcomes Unite the Union’s safety campaign entitled Abuse Doesn't Fly; notes with concern the widespread abuse, aggression, and physical assaults reported by airport workers across the aviation sector; regrets the severe impact this hostility has on the wellbeing of staff, the travel
National bank holiday should England win the FIFA World Cup 2026
That this House notes the immense pride, joy and sense of unity that would be generated across the UK should the England football team win the FIFA World Cup; recognises the contribution of players, coaches, staff and supporters in bringing communities together through a shared national celebration;
The King's Award for Enterprise in Newcastle-under-Lyme
That this House congratulates Lyngard, a local business based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on being awarded the King's Award for Enterprise; recognises this prestigious national award is a testament to the hard work, commitment and dedication of the team at Lyngard; notes that the King's Award is one of
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
That this House recognises Glasgow’s successful bid to host the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games which begins next week, running from 23 July 23 to 2 August; notes that Glasgow is an excellent choice as a host city; acknowledges the significance of such an event in welcoming 3,000 athletes from a to
Detention of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya
That this House expresses continuing concern over the ongoing detention of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, the former Director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, following his arrest by Israeli forces in December 2024; notes with grave concern reports that he continues to be held without charge or tria
Local government reorganisation in Newcastle-under-Lyme
That this House notes the very strong feeling about local government reorganisation among many local people in Newcastle-under-Lyme; further notes that both the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council have set out clearly their support for a Newcastle-under-Lyme
Bell ringing in Newcastle-under-Lyme
That this House commends Sam Martin, a professional jazz musician and tower leader based in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme, for establishing a youth bell ringing group; acknowledges the importance of bell ringing as a centuries-old British tradition rooted in church towers across the ancient county o
Techbuyer, Harrogate, receives King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development
That this House congratulates Techbuyer, based in Harrogate, for the exceptional achievement of being honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development; applauds its innovative IT solutions that extend equipment lifespan through refurbishment and reuse, reducing electronic waste
Death of Jim Hampton
That this House notes with the greatest sadness the death, on 1 July 2026, of Jim Hampton, managing director of the Newcastle-under-Lyme based Hamptons Group, at the age of 79; pays tribute to his lifetime of dedication to building up his family business and supporting the local economy in Newcastle
2026 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year
That this House congratulates Shifra Ainomugisha of Uganda on being named the 2026 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year at the Commonwealth Youth Awards ceremony held in London on 25 June 2026; recognises Ms Ainomugisha as founder and CEO of Solafam, an agri-tech social enterprise delivering climat
St Mary’s Primary School’s Speech Fest 2026
That this House congratulates the pupils of St Mary's Primary School, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on their outstanding success at their annual Speech Fest, held on 5 June 2026 at Castle House in Newcastle-under-Lyme; commends the children for their confidence, hard work and dedication in preparing for
Orkney creel fishery, Community Catch Standard accreditation
That this House congratulates the Orkney creel fishery for achieving a world-first accolade in being certified against the Community Catch Standard for small scale fisheries; notes that the accreditation is intended to mark high standards for responsible, transparent and community-led seafood sourci
Amnesty International UK report on the anti-rights movement in the UK
That this House expresses extreme concern at Amnesty International UK's report entitled A Growing Threat: the Anti-Rights Movement in the UK, published on 8 July; condemns its depiction and listing of organisations defending the rights of women, girls, children, and gay and bisexual people as anti-r
Walford Mill Crafts’ 40th anniversary
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of Walford Mill Crafts, a cherished artistic hub formed from a grade II listed water mill in the heart of Wimborne; commends the work of the Mill’s artists, designers and makers in hosting open studios, pop-ups, craft workshops for adults and children,