Early Day Motions

VAT rate in the hospitality sector

That this House recognises the ongoing impact of the covid-19 pandemic on the hospitality industry; acknowledges that the VAT reduction to 5% was a lifeline for the sector and is disappointed that this rate cannot be maintained beyond 30 September 2021; appreciates that a 12.5% rate is of real benef

Burger Island's success at British Takeaway Awards

That this House congratulates Burger Island in Burntisland on being crowned Best Takeaway in Scotland at the British Takeaway Awards 2021; notes that the Burger Island kiosk has been well established on the Links in Burntisland for almost three decades and that earlier this year the firm expanded to

Discounted Office Supplies Fife Business Awards success

That this House congratulates Discounted Office Supplies (DOS) on their success at the Fife Business Awards 2020; understands that the Dalgety Bay-based company was awarded the best performing business with under 10 employees accolade; notes that DOS is a family business run by Directors Roger and C

Anniversary of the invasion of Famagusta

That this House supports the comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem based on a bi-communal, bi-zonal federation with political equality, as set out in the relevant Security Council Resolutions and the High Level Agreements; endorses the Declaration of the European Parliament of 14 February 2

Haddington Pipe Band celebrate 40 years

That this House congratulates Haddington Pipe Band for celebrating their 40th year, which they are commemorating with a calendar that will be shipped to customers all over the world including Australia, India, Spain, USA, and more; understands that the pipe band attracts members from eight to eighty

Livingston cyclist Josh Quigley sets new Guinness World Record

That this House notes that on 27 September 2021 Guinness World Records confirmed that 29 year old Josh Quigley from Livingston broke the record for the greatest distance cycled in one week, unpaced; understands that he did so by completing laps of an 80-mile route between Aberdeen and the Cairngorms

Livingston gym Steve Marsden Fitness receives multiple industry awards

That this House notes that Steve Marsden Fitness has been named Best Personal Training Specialist in Scotland by Prestige Awards, and Best Boutique Gym by the Health and Fitness Awards; recognises the remarkable turnaround given the impact that the covid-19 outbreak has had on the industry over the

West Lothian Council opens new Calderwood Primary School and early years nursery

That this House notes the opening of the new Calderwood Primary School and early years nursery by West Lothian Council; recognises that this facility will enhance the education provision in the area which is one of West Lothian's top three core development areas with a significant number of new home

Work of the Samaritans’ local branch in Hamilton

That this House recognises the essential and emotionally sensitive work undertaken by volunteers at the Hamilton branch of the charity Samaritans; further recognises the significant contribution of volunteers over the last 18 months, which have sadly seen an increase in demand for their services, wh

James ‘Midge’ Ure Lifetime Achievement Award

That this House congratulates Cambuslang-born musician James ‘Midge’ Ure for his recent Lifetime Achievement Award at Scotland’s Champions Ceremony; recognises his significant contributions to the music industry, having written and produced iconic songs that defined the new wave era; celebrates his

Haddington Athletic Football Club litter pick

That this House praises the youngsters of Haddington Athletic Football Club, teamed up with social enterprise Lil, for switching their football boots for litter picks coinciding with Recyling Week and the Marine Conservation Society's Great British Beach Clean in the Haddington Litter Blitz; commend

In remembrance of Bruce McFee

That this House recognises the life of Bruce McFee, councillor, MSP, and campaigner following his recent death at the age of 60; notes his long-standing campaigning for Scottish independence over many decades starting with his joining the SNP at the age of 17; recalls his work in subsequent years as

Campaign to secure the future of the Covid Memorial Wall

That this House welcomes the creation of the Covid Memorial Wall on Albert Embankment by Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice; notes that this memorial now includes over 150,000 hand-painted hearts to symbolise all those who lost their lives during the coronavirus pandemic; praises the work of Cov

Town and Country Planning (Napier Barracks) Special Development Order 2021 (SI 2021, No. 962)

That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (Napier Barracks) Special Development Order 2021 (SI 2021, No. 962), dated 26th August 2021, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27th August 2021, be annulled

Mandatory labelling system for plastic present in clothing and accessories

That this House notes the fashion industry’s significant contribution to global plastic pollution; recognises that some 60 per cent of material made into clothing is plastic, with more than a third of all microplastics released into the ocean deriving from these synthetic fibres; further notes that

Clarkston gas explosion of 21 October 1971

That this House recalls, fifty years on, the dreadful events of 21 October 1971, when Scotland’s worst peace-time explosion ripped through the Clarkston Toll shopping precinct, quickly reducing the shops to rubble; recognises the devastating impact on the local community, with 22 people losing their

East Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau 50th anniversary

That this House congratulates East Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau on reaching its 50th Anniversary; acknowledges that the charity, which offers free, confidential and independent advice to local people on any problem, has been serving East Renfrewshire since opening its doors on 1 November 1971

Honour for Petula Clark

That this House notes that Petula Clark is playing the Bird Lady in Mary Poppins, proving yet again what a remarkable actress and singer she is; further notes that she is one of the top selling British female recording artists of all time and transcends time; and believes that in the year of the Pla

Protecting Nature Recovery Areas

This House is dismayed by Horsham District Council’s proposed allocation of the Buck Barn site for a new development in its local plan which means that a planned Nature Recovery Area, linking the Knepp Estate with coastal and forest habitats, including St. Leonard’s Forest and Ashdown Forest, to cre

Congratulations to Asylum Link Merseyside

That this House congratulates Asylum Link Merseyside in the constituency of Liverpool Wavertree, for being awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; notes this is the most prestigious award in the country bestowed to voluntary groups, recognises that to win this award, groups must provide a s

Staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members

That this House recognises and celebrates the efforts of staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members; applauds their efforts on behalf of constituents, particularly during the course of the covid-19 pandemic when workloads have increased enormously; specifically thanks caseworkers who have recently worked ti

Devolved governments and the Shared Prosperity Fund

That this House notes that nine months on from the ending of the transition period, the UK Government has yet to publish detail on the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF); further notes that no steadfast guarantees have been given that each region will receive equivalent funding to what they received under

Nationality on electoral registration forms

That this House notes that it is not possible to identify as Welsh as a separate nationality on the electoral registration form or on the annual Household Enquiry Form; further notes that census data shows that 58 percent of the population in Wales identify as Welsh and not British; warns that this

Well-Fed (Scotland) CIC charity

That this House recognises the important work of Glasgow-based charity, Well-Fed (Scotland) CIC; notes Well-Fed's mission of eradicating food poverty in the west of that city; applauds the organisation for successfully running a café, family restaurant, catering service, community pantry and homewor

Hyndland primary school's cookbook, Our World Kitchen

That this House notes the release of Hyndland Primary School's cookbook, Our World Kitchen; congratulates pupils, staff and families for all their hard work researching, designing, and publishing the cookbook; notes that the cookbook contains recipes from more than 30 countries across the world, spa