Early Day Motions

Digital sovereignty and sovereign public procurement strategy

That this House notes that we live in an increasingly digitised world, with our jobs, finance, transport and national security depending on technological solutions; further notes that many of these services, including Government services and critical national infrastructure, depend on technology and

Meta and YouTube and legal liability for addictive design and online harms

That this House notes with alarm the findings of recent legal proceedings in the United States in which Meta and YouTube have been found liable for creating platforms with addictive features that cause mental health distress and social media addiction, and in which Meta has further been found liable

Falkland Islands

In the first clause, leave out "the Government" and insert "all Governments since the premiership of Margaret Thatcher".

Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday

That this House wishes Richmond Park resident, Sir David Attenborough, a very happy 100th birthday, and commends his advocacy for the natural world, conservation and biodiversity; recognises his contribution to broadcasting and consequentially to communities around the world, who have enjoyed his pr

International Workers’ Memorial Day 2026

That this House marks International Workers’ Memorial Day 2026; remembers all those who have been killed, injured or made ill as a result of their work; sends solidarity to bereaved families, injured workers and all those living with work-related illness; recognises the vital role of trade unions, h

140th anniversary of the Cathcart Manufacturing Facility

That this House recognises the 140th anniversary of the opening of the Cathcart Manufacturing Facility; acknowledges the aviation heritage of the site as an early producer of the autogyro; notes that the site has operated continuously since 1871, training generations of Scotland's brightest engineer

York City Football Club

That this House sincerely congratulates York City for its promotion from the National League and its return to League Two, following the last minute goal scored by Josh Stones; recognises the hard work of all the players and wider community at York City Football Club and the incredible support of Yo

Knightswood Football Club, Scottish Cup Winners

That this House congratulates Knightswood Football Club’s U17s boys’ team on winning the Scottish Youth Football Association Cup Final; commends the whole team on their incredible 3-0 win over the Cumbernauld Colts in the final; recognises the contribution of the goalscorers Mac Massie, Kyle King, a

DD8 Music and BonFest's 20th anniversary

That this House congratulates Kirriemuir’s BonFest and community based charity DD8 Music on the occasion of the festival’s 20th anniversary; recognises the success of the annual festival, which celebrates the life and legacy of former AC/DC frontman and son of Kirriemuir, Bon Scott; notes the signif

Boston Marathon and Aaron Beggs’ act of sportsmanship

That this House congratulates Bangor runner Aaron Beggs on his outstanding performance at the Boston Marathon; notes that he completed the race in an impressive time of 2:44:45, placing him among a very large international field of competitors; further notes that, in the closing stages of the race,

City of Stoke-on-Trent Male Voice Choir’s dementia fundraising tour

That this House congratulates The City of Stoke-on-Trent Male Voice Choir on their initiative to raise funds and awareness for dementia; recognises that the choir will be giving concerts in all six towns which form the city, Tunstall, Burslem, Hanley, Fenton, Longton and Stoke; notes that singing ca

100th anniversary of the 1st Ewell Village (St Mary’s) Brownies

That this House congratulates the 1st Ewell Village (St Mary’s) Brownies on their 100th anniversary; recognises the work of Division and Assistant County Commissioner, Mary Zoeller, who runs the 1st Ewell Village Brownie unit; thanks everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes for their brillian

Leatherhead FC's first league title in 62 years

That this House congratulates Leatherhead FC, otherwise known as The Tanners, on winning the league for the first time in 62 years and on being promoted to the Isthmian Premier Division; and thanks everybody behind this achievement including the players, the management team including Manager Ian Sel

Falkland Islands

That this House welcomes the steadfast support of the Government for the Falkland Islanders' right to self-determination; notes that the position of the UK on the sovereignty and defence of the Falkland Islands remains resolute and consistent; reiterates the view that the Falkland Islands are Britis

Anzac Day 2026

That this House respectfully acknowledges Anzac Day 2026; notes that this year is the 111th anniversary of the landings at Anzac Cove on 25 April 1915; gives thanks for the sacrifice and bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who courageously fought alongside British and other Allied f

Appointment of Pritpal Singh Nagi MBE DL as High Sheriff of Staffordshire

That this House congratulates Pritpal Singh Nagi MBE DL, in the warmest terms, on his appointment as High Sheriff of Staffordshire; welcomes the important fact that Mr Nagi is the first Sikh to hold the historic position of High Sheriff in Staffordshire; notes Mr Nagi’s long career as a local busine

Bryan Carnes MBE

That this House notes with sadness the decision of the Chair of the Board of Trustees at the New Vic Theatre in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Bryan Carnes MBE, to stand down from his role at the end of 2026, concluding almost 25 years of dedicated service to the theatre and to the community who live, learn

Staffordshire Day 2026

That this House marks Staffordshire Day 2026 with much excitement; acknowledges the wonderful, ancient and proud county of Staffordshire from Tamworth to Newcastle-under-Lyme, Lichfield to Stoke-on-Trent and onto the Staffordshire Moorlands, Stafford to Burton and Stone to Cannock; notes that Staffo

British citizens' right to a family life with spouses in the UK

That this House notes that British citizens wishing to return to live in the UK with a foreign-born spouse face complex, costly visa application conditions; believes that UK citizens should have a presumed right to a family life in their own country, subject to proper checks on the bone fide nature

Cost of red diesel

That this House notes with concern the sharp increase in the price of red diesel, which as of April 2026 has risen to 123.7p per litre, representing a 79 per cent increase from its 2025 average price of 69p per litre; acknowledges that this increase has coincided with a rise in the cost of imported

Increase in rates of skin cancer

That this House notes with concern that skin cancer is now the most common form of cancer in Northern Ireland, accounting for over 31 per cent of all cancer diagnoses; further notes that cases of malignant melanoma have quadrupled since the mid-1980s, with over 400 cases now diagnosed annually; expr

Pyjamas for PanCan 2026 and pancreatic cancer awareness

That this House notes that Friday 24 April 2026 marks Pyjamas for PanCan, an annual fundraising event organised by Pancreatic Cancer Action; recognises that pancreatic cancer remains the UK’s fifth biggest cancer killer, with approximately 11,100 people diagnosed annually; further notes with concern

Dave Palin's 40 years of service at KMF Precision Sheet Metal UK in Newcastle-under-Lyme

That this House notes that Dave Palin has just celebrated 40 years of employment at KMF Precision Sheet Metal UK based in Newcastle-under-Lyme; further notes that over his four decades with KMF, Dave has worked in numerous roles which includes as a CNC Operator, Press Brake Operator, working within

60th anniversary of St James the Great in Clayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme

That this House notes Wednesday 29 April 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of the consecration of St James the Great in Clayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme; acknowledges its 60 years of bringing the community together and its active commitment to Holy scripture; gives thanks for all those who have embraced

Impact of the Abortion Act 1967 on levels of abortion

That this House notes with deep concern that an estimated 11,105,671 lives have been lost to abortion in the United Kingdom since the Abortion Act 1967 came into effect 58 years ago; recognises this as a profound human tragedy; further notes that approximately 98 per cent of abortions are carried ou