Early Day Motions

Health and Social Care

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 202), dated 2 March 2026, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 March 2026, be annulled.

Social care

That this House believes everyone deserves high-quality care, to live independently and with dignity; condemns successive Governments for kicking meaningful reform of social care into the long-grass; recognises that the social care crisis is a millstone around the neck of our NHS and that many probl

Israeli death penalty law and military courts

That this House expresses grave concern at the passage by the Israeli Knesset on 30 March 2026 of the Penal Law (Amendment – Death Penalty for Terrorists), which introduces the death penalty as the default punishment for Palestinians convicted of terrorism offences in territories under Israeli contr

Bankhead Primary School’s Bike Bus initiative

That this House congratulates Bankhead Primary School in Knightswood on the launch of their Bus Bike initiative; understands that the initiative allows pupils from primary one to seven to cycle to school together, alongside their teachers and parents, every Wednesday; notes that the scheme aims to r

Drumchapel Good Vibes Community Choir

That this House celebrates the launch of Drumchapel Good Vibes Community Choir; recognises that the Choir was launched on 26 February 2026 with their inaugural performance at Drumchapel St Andrew’s and Yoker Church in Glasgow West; recognises that the Choir has been make made possible thanks to fund

US sanctions against judges of the International Criminal Court

That this House condemns the decision by the Trump Administration to impose sanctions on judges and officials of the International Criminal Court; notes with serious concern that these measures have included the closure of bank, credit and digital accounts and have extended to family members; consid

Cash4Clubs funding for Visually Impaired Edinburgh

That this House congratulates Visually Impaired Edinburgh Velo on receiving a £2,000 grant through the Cash4Clubs programme; recognises the brilliant work that it does in Edinburgh West to make cycling accessible for people with visual impairments; highlights the importance of grassroots sports club

Animal protection disclosure scheme

That this House notes proposals for the creation of a Animal Protection Disclosure Scheme also known as Holly’s Law; further notes that this scheme could potentially reduce the number of repeated prosecutions against those who abuse animals and people as well as protect animals and people from poten

Lower Laing Museum, Newburgh

That this House celebrates the reopening of the Lower Laing Museum in Newburgh, Fife, following its extensive refurbishment; notes that the museum, first established in 1896, has been an important custodian of local heritage for 130 years; recognises the efforts of volunteers, community groups and s

Behind the Wall

That this House congratulates Behind the Wall, Falkirk, on being shortlisted for the 2026 National Pub and Bar Awards; notes that the venue, located on Melville Street, recently celebrated its 40th anniversary and has become a well-established and much-loved part of the local community; recognises i

Back-to-back Masters champion, Grand Slam winner and six time Major champion

That this House congratulates Rory McIlroy on securing a remarkable back-to-back victory at the The Masters Tournament, becoming one of only four players in history to achieve consecutive Masters titles; notes that this triumph marks his second Masters victory and his sixth Major Championship win ov

St George’s Day 2026

That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St George’s Day on Thursday 23 April 2026; recognises the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity a

Encompass South West

That this House congratulates Encompass South West on winning a GSK IMPACT Award in conjunction with The King's Fund; recognises the Barnstaple-based charity's exemplary efforts to tackle homelessness, poverty and hardship across northern Devon; credits the charity's work in supporting nearly 2,000

Dafad Goch Soap Box Racing Aberdyfi 2026

That this House congratulates the organisers, volunteers, and participants of the inaugural Dafad Goch Soap Box Racing Aberdyfi 2026 event held on Sunday 5 April 2026; notes that the event attracted approximately 8,000 visitors, making it the largest event hosted in Aberdyfi since the visit of Princ

Women and heart disease

That this House recognises that more than 4 million women in the UK are currently living with heart disease, and that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women globally and in the UK; and so calls on the Government to raise awareness of heart disease in women and to develop a

Anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment

That this House marks the anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment on 1 April 1970; recognises the vital role played by the Regiment in maintaining security and supporting the rule of law in Northern Ireland during a period of significant unrest; pays tribute to the bravery, dedic

Belfast Giants Elite League championship victory

That this House congratulates the Belfast Giants on their outstanding achievement in securing the Elite Ice Hockey League Championship; recognises their impressive 4–2 victory over the Nottingham Panthers at the SSE Arena Belfast; commends the players, coaching staff and management for their dedicat

Nuneaton Town FC promotion

That this House congratulates Nuneaton Town Football Club on their second promotion in two years; celebrates the hard work of fans, board members, and volunteers in resurrecting the club in 2024; thanks joint managers Darren Acton and Russell Dodd, as well as all the squad, for their dedication to t

Supporting UK hauliers and reducing border friction through UK–EU cooperation

That this House notes with deep concern that post-Brexit trading arrangements have placed severe strain on the UK haulage sector, with the number of haulage companies entering insolvency nearly doubling between 2016–2020 and 2021–2025; regrets the Government’s failure to adequately support the secto

Contribution of John McCue to astronomy and public service in North Yorkshire

That this House recognises and congratulates John McCue of Skelton on reaching 25 years of service as an Associate Lecturer with the Open University, through which he has supported and inspired over 2,000 students in astronomy and mathematics; commends his contribution to science as a founder member

Palestinian Nakba commemoration march

That this House notes that every year the Palestine Coalition organises a march in London on the anniversary of the Nakba and that this year the march falls on Saturday 16 May; expresses its strong concern that the Metropolitan Police has refused the Palestine movement its preferred route for the co

Impact of the Iran war on transport costs

That this House notes with alarm the impact of President Trump’s war with Iran on fuel prices and transport costs for people across the United Kingdom, with petrol up by 25p per litre and diesel up by 48p per litre since the war began; further notes that Government revenues from taxes on fossil fuel

Universal Credit health for under-22s

That this House expresses grave concern at the proposal to delay access to the Universal Credit health element for young disabled people under 22; notes the absence of evidence that reducing benefit income or tightening eligibility increases participation in employment, education or training; recogn

Helen Simpson’s service to Hungerford

That this House congratulates Helen Simpson on her outstanding service to Hungerford as she steps down as the town’s longest-serving Mayor and as a member of Hungerford Town Council; recognises her decade of dedicated public service, including a record eight terms as Mayor; further recognises that h

Princess Alice Hospice

That this House congratulates Princess Alice Hospice on the occasion of its 40th anniversary; notes that the hospice was officially opened on 20 March 1986 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother; recognises the outstanding care and support it has provided to patients and families across the