Early Day Motions

Kingdom Theatre Company's Kelty Clippie

That this House recognises the exceptional accomplishments of Kingdom Theatre Company; notes that the company was founded by John Murray and Lorraine Brown who recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary; acknowledges the sold-out performances and five-star reviews of Kelty Clippie The Musical at

Prepayment meter energy customers and self-disconnection

That this House acknowledges the rising cost of energy for households; notes that prepayment meter customers pay more in standing charges and unit rates for energy; recognises that prepayment meter customers are not afforded the same rights when in energy debt as direct debit customers; understands

Effect of rising energy costs on small and medium-sized businesses, public sector organisations and charities

That this House recognises the impending cost of the energy crisis facing small businesses, public sector organisations and charities; is dismayed at the delays in offering support and the lack of planning to mitigate against this foreseeable crisis for these sectors; considers the lasting impact of

Pension Credit and the cost of living payment eligibility period

That this House understands that the eligibility period for the £650 cost of living payment for anyone receiving Pension Credit has passed; recognises that the uptake of Pension Credit is low; understands that Pension Credit and the associated benefits, including the £650 cost of living payment, pro

Peter McLagan MP

That this House commemorates Peter McLagan, MP for the Constituency of Linlithgowshire from 1865 to 1893; applauds that, as Scotland’s first mixed-race MP, he withstood negative campaigning and became Parliament’s longest serving Scottish Member until his resignation; acknowledges his progressive co

Three Dads Walking campaign and suicide-awareness and mental health first aid in educational settings

That this House expresses its support for the brave, tireless and selfless campaigning of the Three Dads Walking, Andy Airey, Tim Owen, and Mike Palmer, who with their UK walk are raising awareness of young suicide and boosting charity funds following the tragic losses of their daughters, Sophie, Em

Caernarfon Amateur Boxing Club

That this House warmly congratulates Caernarfon Amateur Boxing Club for their recent success in the prestigious Monkstown International Boxing Tournament, securing two silver and three bronze medals; commends the club for raising £2,000 to enable six of their junior boxers to compete in the tourname

Sittings of the House and Conference recess

That this House does not wish to enter recess at this time of national crisis; notes with concern that the House would be entering recess before considering the necessary legislation to reassure British businesses of their future; notes with further concern that the House will enter a recess before

Conduct of the Right hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip

That this House notes that the Right hon. Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip stated incorrectly in the House on twelve occasions between 24 November 2021 and 20 July 2022 that total employment was higher than before the pandemic; further notes that he accepted at the Liaison Committee on 30 March

Loss and Damage Action Day 2022

That this House acknowledges Loss and Damage Action Day, which is taking place on 22 September 2022, to highlight the severe impacts of climate change already affecting communities around the world; notes that climate change induced loss and damage is projected to cost between $290bn and $580bn a ye

Fracking ban

That this House deeply regrets the Government’s announcement to lift the ban on fracking; notes with concern how extracting new fossil fuels distracts from investing in renewable projects and decarbonising heating systems; recognises the importance of reducing the demand for gas to heat homes in ord

Detention of MPs in Eswatini

That this House is concerned about the continued detention of Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube, members of Parliament in the Southern African country of Eswatini, who have now been held for over a year on trumped up charges under the Suppression of Terrorism Act following pro-democracy demon

Wales women's national football team

That this House congratulates the Welsh national Women’s football team on securing a play off spot for the forthcoming World Cup; recognises that the team has caught the imagination of the Welsh public with a record 12,000 crowd attending the last group game against Slovenia; welcomes the broadcast

Small and medium-sized businesses

That this House recognises the massive scale of the emergency facing small businesses from not just the cost of living crisis, but the 'cost of doing business crisis', to quote the Small Business Commissioner, Liz Barclay; considers the staggering energy bill rises and vastly increased costs that ma

England women's national football team

That this House wholeheartedly congratulates the Lionesses, England women's national football team, and their manager Sarina Wiegman, for their victory in this summer's UEFA Women's EURO competition; recognises the work of the FA in ensuring a successful home tournament with a lasting legacy for the

The UN OCHR's Assessment of Human Rights Concerns in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

That this House notes with great concern the findings of the United Nations OCHR report Assessment of Human Rights Concerns in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region released on 31 August 2022; is horrified by the details in this report including the use of arbitrary detention, forced sterilization a

75 Years of the Edinburgh Festivals

That this House congratulates the Edinburgh Festivals on their successful 75th anniversary season; notes that the first festivals took place in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War and sought to use culture as a healing balm to bring peoples and nations together in celebration of common h

18th Anniversary of the attacks on Gatumba

That this House notes with great sadness that it is now 18 years since the night of August 13-14, 2004, when 166 Banyamulenge were murdered, 106 were wounded, and 8 went missing in the refugee camp in Gatumba, Burundi, the majority of whom were children and women; regrets that the attack occurred ev

75th Anniversary of the Diocese of Paisley

That this House congratulates the Diocese of Paisley on the 75th anniversary of its erection from the Archdiocese of Glasgow in 1947; welcomes the service of the five Bishops who have served the people of the county of Renfrewshire in that time, including the current incumbent Bishop John Keenan; no

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 2022

That this House notes September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and an opportunity to raise public awareness, call for an increased focus on funding scientific research, and to help support families affected by childhood cancers; regrets that every day in the UK twelve children and young people

John Ferguson and Parkhead Housing Association

That this House congratulates John Ferguson for serving on the board of the Parkhead Housing Association for over 40 years; notes that John will be stepping down from his role on the board after serving with distinction for four decades; further notes that John was a founding member of the Associati

Braidbar primary school fundraising

That this House congratulates Braidbar Primary School Parent Council who successfully fundraised £20,000 in order to replace and upgrade trim trail playground equipment; puts on record appreciation for the hard work of the Parent Council who organised and hosted several events including a pub quiz,

Achievements of Daniel Cornet

That this House praises Dunfermline’s Daniel Cornet on winning gold in mini tennis at the British Transplant Games; notes that Daniel accomplished this just one week after leaving hospital following a major operation; commends Daniel for the strength and resilience he has shown since he was diagnose

Heriot-Watt University bicentenary 1821 Appeal

That this House congratulates Heriot-Watt University on raising over £4 million for its 1821 Appeal; acknowledges that the initiative was launched with the aim to widen access to education at Heriot-Watt University by providing opportunities to all students regardless of their background, ethnicity,

International Clean Air Day 2022 and car manufacturers

That this House celebrates International Clean Air Day 2022 on Wednesday 7 September; acknowledges that air pollution is the largest environmental risk to public health in the UK, accounting for as many as 64,000 premature deaths each year; expresses deep concern over reports that the emissions scan