Early Day Motions

Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo

That this House notes with grave concern the recent declaration of a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in the Democratic Republic of Congo following 904 suspected cases and 119 suspected deaths from Ebola for which there is currently no vaccine o

110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme

That this House commemorates the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme on 1 July 2026; remembers all those who fought and lost their lives during one of the most significant and tragic battles of the First World War; recognises the immense contribution and sacrifice made by soldiers from undi

Boroughmuir High School fundraising efforts for PAPYRUS

That this House commends the staff, pupils and wider community of Boroughmuir High School for their outstanding fundraising efforts in support of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide through participation in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival; notes that the fundraising campaign was organised in memory

Findlay Curtis's selection for Scotland World Cup squad

That this House congratulates Findlay Curtis from Balfron on his selection for the Scotland squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognises the remarkable progress of this talented young footballer, who began his career in Rangers’ academy at the age of six and has since developed into a first-team pl

Scotland Loves Local Week 2026

That this House recognises the importance of Scotland Loves Local Week 2026, which takes place from 15 to 20 June, in celebrating and supporting the businesses, organisations and local services that form the backbone of communities across Scotland; commends the work of Scotland's Towns Partnership a

Ban on industrial action by prison officers

That this House notes it has been over 30 years since prison officers in the UK were banned from taking industrial action under section 127 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994; further notes that prison officers in Scotland have had the right to strike enshrined in law since 2015, yet

Public health campaign on the dangers of swimming in open water

That this House notes with deep sadness the recent deaths of young people and others in lakes, reservoirs, rivers, ponds and other open water during the recent period of hot weather; extends its condolences to the families, friends and communities affected by these tragedies; recognises the particul

Sunday Times Rich List

That this House expresses concern at the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few as seen by the increase in wealth of the 350 richest people in Britain; notes that the Sunday Times Rich List has increased its wealth by £11 billion since last year and a massive £526 billion since the financial

Scotland's Beach Awards 2026

That this House celebrates seven beaches in North East Fife constituency for securing national recognition after being awarded Scotland’s Beach Award for 2026; notes that this is more than any other region in the country and that the announcement reinforces Scotland's long standing reputation for co

Torbay Hospital

That this House celebrates the tireless dedication and professionalism of staff at Torbay Hospital, as well as health and social care staff across Torbay and Devon; notes with concern the scale of required savings and spending cuts across Devon NHS Trusts and the potential impact on the quality, saf

10th anniversary of Templepatrick Action Community Association

That this House congratulates the Templepatrick Action Community Association on celebrating its 10th anniversary; recognises the invaluable contribution the association has made to the local area since its establishment; commends the dedication of its committee members, volunteers and supporters who

Social Security

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment, Jobseeker’s Allowance and Employment and Support Allowance (Decisions and Appeals) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 457), dated 27 April 2026, a copy of which was laid bef

55 Years of the Misuse of Drugs Act

That this House notes that the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, which received Royal Assent 55 years ago, has failed to reduce drug consumption and that drug deaths are now at a record high; regrets that the Act is clearly not fit for purpose, having instead increased harm, damaged public health and exacer

Improvements to and funding for Hertfordshire’s SEND service

That this House congratulates the Liberal Democrat administration at Hertfordshire County Council and the Central East Integrated Care Board on their work to reform the local Special Education Needs and Disabilities service for the county; welcomes the lifting of the Improvement Notice on 15 April 2

The arrest and detention of Ehsan Ali by Pakistan authorities

That this House expresses its grave concern at the arrest and detention of leading members of the Awami Action Committee Gilgit-Baltistan, including chairman Ehsan Ali, Nusrat Hussain, Mehboob Wali, Nafees Advocate and Mehar Ali , who have been been groundlessly charged under anti-terror laws and ac

Torbay and District Deaf Society

That this House celebrates Torbay & District Deaf Society, founded on 8 September 1929 when deaf residents first met in Plainmoor, Torquay, to establish a vital community organisation; notes its early development through collaboration across Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Newton Abbot and Dartmouth, an

Devon Day 2026

That this House recognises and celebrates Devon Day on 4 June 2026; notes the significance of this date as the feast day of St Petroc, one of Devon’s patron saints; celebrates the county’s rich heritage, distinct identity and outstanding natural beauty, from Dartmoor and Exmoor to the Jurassic Coast

Government response to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman report on communication of changes to women’s state pension age

That this House condemns the Government’s continued refusal to provide any compensation to women affected by changes to the state pension age, turning its back on millions of pension-age women who were harmed through no fault of their own; regrets Ministers’ decisions to effectively ignore the recom

Carleith Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Centre inspection sucess

That this House congratulates Carleith Primary School and its Early Learning and Childcare Centre (ELCC) on receiving an outstanding inspection report; notes that the school was rated excellent for learning, teaching and assessment, and very good for raising attainment and achievement; further notes

Support for the Red Arrows

That this House recognises the longstanding contribution of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, to the promotion of the United Kingdom overseas through public displays, diplomatic engagement and support for defence outreach; notes concerns regarding the planned retirement of traditio

VAT for UK hospitality

That this House notes with alarm that the UK hospitality sector is under severe and compounding pressure, with thousands of businesses entering insolvency and margins eroded by rising energy costs, increased business rates, staff shortages, and supply chain inflation; recognises that the United King

East-West Rail

That this House regrets the continued delay to the introduction of passenger services between Oxford and Milton Keynes; notes that while the railway has successfully been running freight and charter trains, passenger services are still nowhere to be seen; further notes that passenger services were t

Anstruther Fish Bar and The Wee Chippy

That this House congratulates Anstruther Fish Bar and The Wee Chippy, both based in North East Fife, on their outstanding success at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2026; notes that Anstruther Fish Bar was named Fish N’ Chips Takeaway of the Year and that The Wee Chippy received the award for Chippy of

Medical Training and students

That this House appreciates the contribution made by trained doctors to the NHS; understands the importance of prioritising UK medical students in NHS Foundation training programmes that is set out in the Medical Training Prioritisation Act; notes the injustice of medical students training at the Qu

Civil Service pensions

That this House notes severe delays and administrative failures in the Civil Service Pensions Scheme following the implementation of the McCloud remedy; recognises that rectifying the unlawful age discrimination in the 2015 reforms has created significant complexity but that this does not excuse the