Early Day Motions

Flooding in Bangladesh

That this House is alarmed that flooding in Bangladesh has taken lives, swept away homes and shut schools, stranded and displaced hundreds of thousands of people, and that the forecast for more heavy rain is expected to worsen the situation; is further alarmed the heavy rain has resulted in landslid

Richard Pengelly

That this House celebrates Richard Pengelly and his 37 years of dedicated service to the House of Commons; notes that he began his parliamentary career in the Pugin Room before becoming one of the best-known and best-loved faces behind the bar in the Strangers’ Bar; recognises that his warmth, kindn

Masala City, Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year

That this House congratulates Masala City in Chichester on being named Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year at the British Curry Championship 2026; recognises the hard work and dedication of the entire team in delivering outstanding food and service; notes that Masala City has been a proudly family-ow

Hampshire Day 2026

That this House celebrates Hampshire Day on 15 July 2026; commends the people of Hampshire for their pride, friendliness and camaraderie; expresses gratitude to the small businesses, charities and public sector workers who form the bedrock of the county; further thanks the farming and hospitality in

Memorial for Ann Widdecombe

That this House expresses its profound sadness at the death of Ann Widdecombe and condemns the violence that led to her death; extends its deepest condolences to her family, friends and all those who knew and admired her; recognises her distinguished record of public service, including her 23 years

Changing Places Awareness Day 2026

That this House recognises Changing Places Toilet Awareness Day 2026 which takes place on 19 July; further recognises the importance of Changing Places toilets for disabled people and their families across the United Kingdom; also recognises that they provide everyone, regardless of their access nee

Generation Z and the State Pension

That this House notes with concern recent polling indicating that almost half of Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, do not expect the State Pension will exist by the time they reach retirement age; recognises the vital role of the State Pension in providing a foundation of financial sec

London South Bank University industrial dispute

That this House notes with concern the escalating industrial dispute between London South Bank University (LSBU) and University and College Union (UCU) over fire and rehire proposals to terminate the contracts of all academic staff and require them to compete in a redundancy selection process as par

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

That this House commends the tireless campaigning of EDS UK to raise awareness about hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD); recognises that these multisystem conditions are often undiagnosed for years, leaving patients to suffer a litany of seemingly unc

Bracknell community mural

That this House warmly welcomes Bracknell's new community mural; notes that the mural was created by members of the community, including Bracknell Royal British Legion, Youthline, Bracknell Town Council and the Interfaith Forum; celebrates the involvement of Bracknell and Wokingham College in leadin

UK Town of Culture 2028 shortlist

That this House congratulates Ilfracombe, Isle of Bute, Lerwick, Sandown, Strabane, Stockton Town Centre Ward, Corby, Great Yarmouth, Leith, Pontypridd, Port Talbot, Basildon, Birkenhead, Grimsby and Rotherham on being shortlisted for the first UK Town of Culture competition; applauds the creativity

Landau Centre, Newstead

That this House congratulates the Landau Centre in Newstead on its outstanding contribution to the local community; recognises its long-standing commitment to supporting young people and disabled people through opportunities to develop skills, build confidence, access employment and live more indepe

The Boar's Head in Auchtermuchty

That this House congratulates The Boar’s Head in Auchtermuchty on being named AA Restaurant with Rooms of the Year Scotland 2026; recognises this outstanding achievement for the historic 300-year-old coaching inn, which reopened in 2021 following extensive renovation by owners David and Justina Joni

East Neuk Festival co-founder

That this House commends Donald MacDonald on his outstanding contribution to Scotland’s cultural life and to the success of the East Neuk Festival following his decision to step away after 22 years; recognises his role in co-founding the festival in 2004 alongside his wife Louise MacDonald and Svend

Moygashel Bonfire 2026

That this House expresses its extreme concern with the decision of Moygashel Bonfire Association to place and set alight a replica of a Mosque on top its 12 July celebration pyre; respects the right to freedom of religion and cultural expression for everyone and asks these same rights are afforded t

30 years of the Spice Girls

That this House congratulates the Spice Girls on 30 years since the release of their debut single Wannabe on 8 July 1996, which reached number one in 37 countries and launched one of the most remarkable careers in British music; celebrates three decades in which Victoria Beckham, Melanie Brown, Emma

Cancer and access to travel insurance

That this House notes with concern that people who have cancer, or who have had cancer, who are declared fit to travel by NHS clinicians continue to face refusals and excessive premiums from travel insurers, creating a disconnect between clinical judgement and insurance practice; recognises that the

Emmeline Pankhurst Day

That this House recognises 14 July as Emmeline Pankhurst Day, commemorating the birth of Emmeline Pankhurst, one of the most influential campaigners for women's rights in British history; celebrates her leadership of the suffragette movement and her unwavering determination to secure votes for women

Nelson Mandela Day

That this House recognises 18 July as Nelson Mandela Day, established by the United Nations to honour the life, legacy and values of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela; notes with pride that Nelson Mandela was awarded the Freedom of the City of Glasgow in 1981 in recognition of his courageous opposition to a

30th anniversary of the State Visit of President Nelson Mandela of the Republic of South Africa to the United Kingdom

That this House notes with affection that July 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the State Visit of President Nelson Mandela of the Republic of South Africa to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; further notes that President Mandela’s State Visit was the first for a South Afri

Duty to assess mental capacity

Leave out from “believes” and add “regrets that amendment 24 was rejected at Report Stage of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill in June 2025 to ensure capacity is established for individuals seeking to end their own lives; and believes that the principle of having a duty to assess mental c

Norman MacLeod

That this House congratulates journalist Norman MacLeod of Scalpay on 40 years of broadcasting in Gaelic and English to audiences across the Grampian and STV area; pays tribute to his skill and dedication in news presenting, local, national and international reporting; commends his professional pres

Strike action and industrial dispute at Tower Hamlets leisure centres

That this House expresses solidarity with members of Unite the Union taking strike action at Tower Hamlets’ public leisure centres; notes that workers have been waiting for over two years for in-house contracts to be issued after the commitment to insourcing rightly made by Tower Hamlets Council in

Commencement of section 106 of the Equality Act 2010

That this House believes that Parliament and political parties should better reflect the diversity of the communities they serve; notes ongoing concerns regarding the underrepresentation of women and disabled people, alongside other groups with protected characteristics, in elected office across the

The Bookmonger, Bearsden Cross

That this House congratulates Caitlyn Payne on the first birthday of The Bookmonger, the bookshop, wine and cheese bar she opened on New Kirk Road at Bearsden Cross; notes that Caitlyn was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer at the age of 39 and received treatment at NHS Greater Glasgow and Cly