Early Day Motions

Anne Munro retires after 47 years from Pilmeny Development Project

That this House congratulates Anne Munro who is retiring from the Pilmeny Development Project on 31st March after 47 years of loyal service; notes that Anne started working for the project when it was established in 1979; further notes that the project is a vital lifeline for many people in the loca

Memorial for Amrit and Saroj Lal

That this House commemorates Amrit and Saroj Lal, founders of the Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Cultural Centre; notes that a memorial service was held for them in March 2026 following Amrit’s passing earlier this year and Saroj’s passing in 2020; understands that both Amrit and Saroj worked tirelessly

Royal Mail's performance

That this House notes with serious concern the ongoing failures in Royal Mail's delivery performance, including credible reports of post being batched over periods of one to two weeks rather than delivered on a daily basis, in breach of its statutory obligations under the Universal Service Obligatio

Diagnosis of neurodevelopmental conditions in women and girls

That this House recognises that many women and girls receive diagnoses of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism and ADHD, significantly later than boys and men; notes evidence that differences in presentation, masking behaviours and historical diagnostic criteria have contributed to missed

15th anniversary of Non-League Day 2026

That this House commemorates the forthcoming 15th anniversary of Non-League Day on 28 March, and celebrates both professional and amateur men’s football in this country as a significant part of British culture and a cornerstone of local communities; recognises the event’s ongoing contribution to cha

Blackdown Support Group's 35 year anniversary

That this House thanks the volunteers of the Blackdown Support Group on the organisation’s 35 year anniversary; recognises their vital work helping people stay connected with their communities, strengthening wellbeing, and giving people across the Blackdowns better health and greater independence by

Restructuring at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

That this House considers that the main focus of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) should be on tackling pressing issues arising from the conflict in the Middle East alongside emerging and ongoing crises across the globe; regrets, however, that internal restructuring means that

Kirkliston and South Queensferry Libraries recognised at The British Book Awards 2026

That this House congratulates Kirkliston Library and South Queensferry Library on being named finalists in the Scotland category of the Library of the Year Award at The British Book Awards 2026; commends their work supporting children and young people through the transition from primary to secondary

Visa concessions for sheep shearers (No. 2)

That this House welcomes the Home Office's decision to retain the visa concession for work as sheep shearers this year; recognises the vital role that the exchange of sheep shearers between the UK, and Australia and New Zealand plays in fulfilling workforce demands and ensuring timely shearing for a

Workers Memorial Day

That this House commemorates Workers Memorial Day and pays tribute to all workers who have lost their lives, suffered injury or experienced illness as a result of their work; calls on employers, employees, and trade unions across the UK to mark this occasion by renewing their commitment to workplace

Newbury Fire Station’s fundraising efforts

That this House congratulates Newbury Fire Station’s Green Watch for hosting a charity car wash in support of The Fire Fighters Charity; praises their efforts during the event, which saw hundreds of cars queueing for up to 30 minutes before the event began and left vehicles sparkling; further praise

Short breaks provision and support for carers in Surrey

That this House expresses concern at proposed reductions to Short Breaks provision for disabled children in Surrey; notes the decision to end contracts with Crossroads Care Surrey for carer support services and the wider changes to support available to carers in the county; recognises that these cha

Waste crime

That this House expresses deep concern regarding the ongoing issues at the Flusco waste site in Newbiggin; highlights failures in gas and leachate management by Seletia, including their non-compliance with regulatory notices; calls for urgent reforms in waste management regulations to ensure account

Rural postal services

That this House notes with concern the changes announced by Royal Mail and Ofcom to second-class postal services, which will result in deliveries taking place on alternate weekdays with no service on the remaining days; recognises the importance of reliable postal services, particularly in rural are

Heating oil financial support

That this House notes with concern the ongoing price shocks rural residents that rely on heating oil and LPG are facing; appreciates the Government’s offer of financial support for the most vulnerable; is anxious about whether the package will alleviate the pressures rural residents face right now,

Scott Meenagh

That this House conveys gratitude to Scott James Meenagh for his contribution to the armed forces and sport, a constituent of Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch and a veteran British Army Parachute Regiment whose life changed forever when he lost both legs after stepping on an improvised explosive device

Southdale Primary School

That this House congratulates the pupils and staff at Southdale Primary School in Armadale on their outstanding achievement of being awarded the UNICEF UK Gold Award; acknowledges their commitment to promoting children’s rights within the school community through meaningful community engagement and

125th anniversary of the British Standards Institution

That this House celebrates the 125th anniversary of the British Standards Institution (BSI) as the United Kingdom’s National Standards Body and the world’s first standards organisation; recognises the role of the BSI since 1901 in improving safety, quality and best practice across industry, public s

Outdoor learning specialist apprenticeships

That this House regrets the proposed defunding of the Level 5 Outdoor Learning Specialist Apprenticeship from 1 September 2026; recognises that this apprenticeship prepares practitioners to design and deliver outdoor learning programmes that support educational achievement, children’s wellbeing, enr

Water sector reform

That this House recognises the Government’s intention to publish legislation on water sector reform following the publication of their Water White Paper and that this Bill is due to be announced in the upcoming King’s Speech; further recognises the urgent need for structural reform of England’s wate

Escalating settler violence in the West Bank

That this House expresses grave concern at the surge of violence by Israeli settlers across the occupied West Bank, including arson, violent assaults, vandalism, and intimidation targeting Palestinian homes, vehicles, and public infrastructure in al-Fandaqumiya, Seilat al-Dahr, Masafer Yatta, Qaryou

Future Homes Standard

That this House welcomes the publication of the Future Homes Standard; notes that it includes positive measures such as requirements for solar panels, support for heat pumps, and cleaner heating; further notes that the Future Homes Standard remains insufficiently ambitious given the scale of the hou

2026 British and World Marbles Championship

That this House notes that the 2026 British and World Marbles Championship will once again be held at the Greyhound public house in Tinsley Green, Crawley on Good Friday; recognises that the Greyhound has successfully hosted the tournament annually since 1932 and that Tinsley Green was the venue of

Archbishop Hosam and Gaza

That this House notes with concern the decision of the Israeli authorities to deny entry into Gaza to Archbishop Hosam Naoum of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem; further notes that the Diocese is responsible for the Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City, which has continued to operate throughout the curre

Online abuse and exploitation of Ukrainian refugees

That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing