Early Day Motions

GP access

That this House regrets the ongoing and sustained difficulties accessing GP appointments across the country; expresses concern that over 1,300 GP surgeries have closed since 2015; notes that one GP surgery a week has closed under this Government; recognises that GP surgeries are serving an extra 917

Access to GP appointments

That this House regrets that many people are struggling to access GP appointments; notes that on average one GP surgery a week has closed and month-long waits for GP appointments have increased by over 250,000 this Parliament; acknowledges that prolonged waits for GP appointments are terrible for pa

Dr Anna Hewison, finalist for the British Veterinary Association’s Young Vet of the Year Award 2026

That this House congratulates Dr Anna Hewison, a farm veterinary surgeon from Glastonbury, on being shortlisted as a finalist for the British Veterinary Association Young Vet of the Year Award 2026; notes that Dr Hewison has been recognised for consistently high standards of care and service to anim

World Cider Day

That this House celebrates World Cider Day on 3rd June and recognises the important contribution made by the UK’s 450 cider makers, supporting 65,000 jobs, contributing almost £2.7 billion to the UK economy and sustaining rural communities across agriculture, production and hospitality; notes that m

National Fish and Chip Day 2026

That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2026, which marks the 11th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, r

England’s long-term water security

That this House notes projections of a shortfall of up to five billion litres of water per day in England by 2050; recognises that current policy relies heavily on demand reduction while supply infrastructure remains insufficient and slow to deliver; further notes concerns about fragmented regulatio

50th anniversary of Leatherhead and Dorking Gymnastics Club

That this House congratulates Leatherhead and Dorking Gymnastics Club on their 50th anniversary; recognises the tireless work of its founder and president Margaret Miler; thanks everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes for their brilliant work, all the staff including the chairman, the manage

Jean Currie’s contribution to her community

That this House congratulates Jean Currie of Laurieston on her continued dedication to supporting Strathcarron Hospice; recognises her extraordinary contribution as a volunteer over more than 30 years; notes that, at the age of 94, she recently organised a community coffee morning raising more than

50 years of Landward on BBC Scotland

That this House congratulates BBC Scotland’s Landward programme on reaching its 50th anniversary, having been first broadcast in April 1976; notes that the programme continues to be made in Aberdeen where it was instigated under founding producer Arthur Anderson and continues today under production

Abolition of Healthwatch

That this House expresses deep concern over proposals in the NHS Modernisation Bill to abolish Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch organisations; commends Healthwatch's essential role as the health service's only statutory independent patient voice; notes that the changes will leave the NHS an

School uniforms

That this House is deeply concerned by the rates of poverty and deprivation in the UK; notes that the 50 richest families now own more wealth than 34 million people in Britain; highlights the extreme strain on family finances and the detrimental impact this is having on school children; commends the

Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer

That this House welcomes the significant progress made towards the establishment of the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer in the Midlands of the United Kingdom; notes the vision to create a landmark of national significance comprising one million bricks, each representing an answered prayer; recognise

S38 agreements and unadopted roads

That this House recognises the issue of unadopted roads in new planning developments; highlights that there have been a number of instances within the planning system of developers failing to enter into s38 agreements to ensure money is available to complete roads in their developments; particularly

Exemptions permitting the carrying of ceremonial knives

That this House expresses its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Henry Nowak following his tragic death; notes with concern the continued existence of exemptions in legislation permitting the carrying of certain ceremonial or religious knives in public; believes that public safety must

Edinburgh Taxi Outing 2026

That this House welcomes the reinstatement of the Edinburgh Taxi Outing for children with additional needs; recognises that the event has been a cherished part of the Edinburgh community since 1947; understands that it brings joy and support to children and their families; notes concerns following c

Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk

That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the Climate Change Committee’s Fourth Independent Assessment of UK Climate Risk, A Well-Adapted UK; is alarmed that, by 2050, 92% of homes could be at risk of overheating, peak river flows could rise by up to 45%, annual flood damage already co

Youth unemployment in Wales

That this House expresses deep concern at the sharp rise in youth unemployment in Wales; notes that the youth unemployment rate in Wales has increased to 16.3 per cent, with 32,800 young people currently unemployed; further notes that youth unemployment in Wales has risen significantly faster than e

Somme 110

That this House commends the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner and his staff on their sponsored walk across Northern Ireland to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme in support of charitable organisations the Somme Association and the Air Ambulance NI; notes that Somme 110 is mo

FTD brothers

That this House recognises the outstanding courage, resilience and public service of Jordan and Cian Adams of Redditch, Worcestershire, in raising awareness of Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) and supporting dementia research; notes that the brothers experienced the devastating impact of inherited FTD

Brecon War Memorial Hospital League of Friends

That this House recognises the longstanding contribution of the League of Friends of Brecon War Memorial Hospital to patients, staff and the wider community; notes the closure of the League's hospital shop after 19 years of dedicated service providing refreshments, essential items and everyday goods

Closure of Thatcham Broadway Post Office

That this House expresses deep concern over the planned closure of Thatcham Broadway Post Office; recognises the branch’s importance to residents in Thatcham and nearby villages who depend on a range of essential postal, travel and other face-to-face services; further recognises that many elderly an

Wealth taxation

That this House notes the recent publication of the Sunday Times Rich List showing that the combined wealth of the UK’s richest 350 individuals has risen to £784 billion; further notes that this means the UK’s richest 50 families now own more than the poorest 34 million Britons combined; recognises

40th anniversary of Hawth Gymnastics

That this House congratulates Hawth Gymnastics on its 40th anniversary; recognises the club's remarkable journey from the basement of the old Crawley Leisure Centre to delivering for Team GB at the international level; commends the huge contribution the club has made to helping young people to learn

Wimborne Rugby Club 75th anniversary

That this House congratulates Wimborne Rugby Club on celebrating its 75th anniversary; values the immense positive social impact the club has had on the area since its establishment; commends the dedication of its members who work tirelessly to maintain a strong community and develop young people; r

Metachromatic leukodystrophy and newborn screening

That this House remembers Teddy Johnston of Portadown, who tragically lost his life to metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD); commends the courage and determination of his parents, Marvin and Gemma Johnston, in campaigning for change; recognises that a commissioned treatment for MLD already exists in t