Early Day Motions

Imprisonment for Public Protection sentences: Justice Committee report

That this House welcomes the Justice Committee's report on Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences, which were introduced under the Criminal Justice Act 2003 to detain people in prison who posed a significant risk of causing harm to the public; notes that IPP sentences were abolished pros

Cystic fibrosis and mental health provision

That this House recognises the vital importance of psychosocial professionals in supporting those with long term health conditions including cystic fibrosis (CF) with their mental health and wellbeing, alongside providing support in employment or education; believes that everyone with CF who require

Sylvia's Soapy Suds

That this House congratulates family business, Sylvia’s Soapy Suds in Ardrossan, on winning the prestigious accolade of Best Laundry Business at the grand finale of Scotland’s Business Awards 2022; appreciates that this business, which was established almost 11 years ago, is now a cherished feature

All Saints Secondary School World Schools Football Cup success

That this House congratulates All Saints Secondary School, Barmulloch, on their recent triumph in winning the World Schools Football Cup; notes they made it to the semi-finals of the competition back in 2019 and won the final match 2-0 at the Futbol Salou Sports Center in Barcelona; recognises the h

Deaths in The Gambia and contaminated medicines imported from India

That this House is dismayed by the death of more than 60 children in The Gambia from acute kidney problems believed to be linked to the use of contaminated paracetamol syrups imported from India, which were subsequently subject to a medical product alert by the World Health Organisation (WHO); notes

A Dyslexic Life campaign

That this House welcomes A Dyslexic Life campaign, which originated in Na h-Eileanan an Iar and has gained traction in Scotland and across the UK; recognises that one in 10 people have dyslexia and notably over five in 10 prisoners have dyslexia; calls on the UK Government to support the Private Mem

Kaf goods, Bearsden

That this House congratulates kaf goods in Bearsden, a general store and takeaway café offering high quality ingredients and goods, on their first birthday; praises them for their contribution to the local economy; recognises the challenges that all businesses currently face; and commends kaf goods

Anti-bullying Week 2022

That this House notes Anti-bullying Week 2022, which runs from 14 to 18 November; further notes this year's Reach Out campaign by the Anti-bullying Alliance that shines a light on the impacts of bullying and encourages all those young and old alike to take action against acts of bullying; underlines

Commemoration of hero John Herivel

That this House commemorates hero John Herivel, born on Malone Avenue in Belfast in 1918 and who worked as a codebreaker at Bletchley Park during the war to help decipher the Enigma Code; notes the time spent by John and his colleague Alan Turing in deciphering the code, with Herivel's tip being a v

Brendan Harris, 145th Glasgow Scout Group

That this House recognises the vast contribution and dedication of Brendan Harris as he stands down as the Leader of the 145th Glasgow Scout Group in Giffnock; notes that Brendan has been involved with the group for 29 years, first joining the group in 1993 and then becoming the leader in 1995; appr

Derek France named School Librarian of the Year

That this House congratulates Derek France, the school librarian at Preston Lodge High School in Prestonpans, East Lothian, on being named the School Librarian of the Year by the School Librarian Association; understands that there was a significant process to get to the Honour List stage therefore

Cost of Living Support from St Andrews University

That this House welcomes the comprehensive steps which the University of St Andrews and their Student’s Association are taking to support their students, staff, and community during the cost of living crisis; and notes that these steps include reduced bus fares, increases to the university’s student

Global hunger and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (No. 3)

That this House is concerned by warnings from the World Food Programme (WFP) that 18.9 million Afghans are acutely food insecure and six million are on the brink of famine; highlights that Save the Children report a 47 per cent increase in dangerously malnourished children in Afghanistan; notes that

Derry City Football Club

That this House congratulates Derry City Football Club for its 4-0 win against Shelbourne F.C. in the Football Association of Ireland Senior Challenge Cup, securing its sixth win in the competition and winning by the largest-ever goal margin; recognises the immense contribution of all the players, t

Mixed-age couples and Universal Credit

That this House expresses its concerns about the eligibility rules for pension credit and housing benefit for mixed-age couples on low incomes; notes that a mixed-age couple is made up of a pensioner and their partner below the state retirement age; understands that since 2019 pensioners in mixed-ag

Protests in Iran

That this House notes that protests against the Iranian government have been taking place for the last two months in Iran following the death in custody of Mahsa Amini; further notes with alarm that the Iranian authorities have killed more than 300 people and detained thousands of others in response

Nutrient and water neutrality

That this House notes with concern that phosphates and nitrates are types of nutrients that can damage wildlife at high levels; further notes that patterns of nutrient pollution vary by region, depending on population density, extent and type of agriculture and habitats; recognises the importance of

A decade of fundraising by Ruth Moore, East Kilbride

That this House commends the extensive fundraising over a decade of Mrs Ruth Moore from East Kilbride; notes Ruth’s fundraising was inspired by the death of her late father; further notes that Ruth has raised over £10,000 for both local and national charities including East Kilbride Dementia Carers

Arrest of journalists at protests

This House notes with alarm the arrest and detention of the LBC journalist, Charlotte Lynch, on the suspicion of causing conspiracy to commit public nuisance during her coverage of a Just Stop Oil Protest, despite showing police officers a legitimate press accreditation; notes that she was detained

Domestic Abuse and public life

This House notes that domestic abuse involves a pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner; understands that not all domestic abuse takes place in the home or during a cur

UK Disability History Month

That this House recognises that 16 November to 16 December is Disability History Month which is now in its thirteenth year of being celebrated in the United Kingdom and that Disability History Month is a month to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities and rights; notes that this year

Domestic Abuse and workplaces

This House note that domestic abuse involves a pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner; recognises that domestic abuse can have profound long-term effects on survivors

Retirement of Father David Brown from St Pauls Church

That this House commends Father Brown on his years of service to St Pauls Church in Shettleston; thanks Father Brown for his leadership within the Church and his commitment to the local community of Shettleston; recognises the hard work and dedication of Father Brown; and wishes him a well-earned re

60th anniversary of St. Barnabas RC Church

That this House celebrates 60 years since the opening of St. Barnabas RC Church in Shettleston; commends the Church on six decades of service to the local community in the East End of Glasgow as well as inspiring generations of Glaswegians towards faith; and congratulates them on the 60th anniversar

British Indian Ocean Territory sovereignty negotiations

That this House congratulates His Majesty’s Government on its decision to begin negotiations with Mauritius concerning sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago (British Indian Ocean Territory) to seek agreement to resolve all outstanding issues in accordance with international law including those relat