Early Day Motions

CENTENARY OF ULSTER FARMERS UNION

That this House congratulates the Ulster Farmers Union on reaching the milestone of 100 years since its inception; and wishes its leadership and membership continued success as it looks forward to the next 100 years making representations on behalf of all the farming community, regardless of religio

TERRORIST ATTACK IN INDONESIA

That this House condemns the terrorist attack on three churches and on the innocent worshippers in Indonesia which killed 13 people; assures the Indonesian Government of the UK's full support; and conveys to all the families who grieve and are struggling with injuries the most sincere sympathy and p

TEACHERS' PAY

That this House notes that the School Teachers' Pay Review Body is likely to make its 2018 recommendations to the Government in the near future; believes that if that body recommends an increase in pay for teachers that Her Majesty's Government must accept the recommendation in full and ensure that

SHETTLESTON NEW HERITAGE PROJECT

That this House warmly commends Shettleston New Parish Church of Scotland on a highly successful exhibition, held on 19 May 2018; notes that visitors were warmly welcomed into the church and treated to a performance from the Shettleston Community Choir and also had the opportunity to visit a number

FRACKING IN THE FORMER COALFIELD AREAS

This this House welcomes the contribution of Professor Emeritus Peter Styles of Keele University, past-President of the Geological Society and formerly advisor on fracking seismology to Prime Minister David Cameron and the Department for the Environment and Climate Change on his new report presented

THE ROONEY RULE IN THE ENGLISH FOOTBALL LEAGUE

That this House welcomes the introduction of the Rooney Rule in January 2018 by the Football Association; notes that the rule ensure that at least one Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidate is interviewed for roles within the English League; further notes that only five coaches across 92

UK ARMS EXPORTS TO ISRAEL

That this House notes with concern that UK licences have been granted in the past two years for the export to Israel of categories of arms and arms components including sniper and assault rifles, pistols, weapon sights, targeting equipment, ammunition for small arms and grenades, smoke canisters, ta

ILLEGAL DRUGS MARKET

That this House notes the comments of the Chief Constable of Durham Constabulary on the Today programme on 16 May 2018 concerning the levels of violence associated with illegal drugs markets; further notes the increasing proportion of murders linked to the illegal sale or use of drugs; recognises th

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT IN SCOTLAND

That this House welcomes the announcement by the Government to drive more foreign investment into the UK; recognises that foreign direct investment and growth is important to all parts of the country; congratulates the six Scottish companies being officially recognised for their excellence in intern

EHLERS-DANLOS AWARENESS MONTH 2018

That this House supports Ehlers-Danlos (EDS) Awareness Month 2018 which takes place throughout May 2018; thanks all of the charities and organisations which work to support those living with EDS and their families and those who raise awareness; recognises the hard work that is carried out by organis

BEETHAM WOMEN'S INSTITUTE CENTENARY 2018

That this House congratulates the Beetham Women's Institute (WI) on reaching its centenary year; notes that they are the oldest surviving WI in the Cumbria-Westmorland Federation; recognises its important contribution to the village of Beetham through its local work, including decorating the villag

THE WEE KELPIE, HELENSBURGH NAMED BEST TAKEAWAY IN SCOTLAND 2018

That this House congratulates The Wee Kelpie fish and chip shop in Helensburgh on being named the Best Takeaway in Scotland at the 2018 Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards; commends owners Kerr and Nicola Raeburn and all their staff on retaining their Scottish title, that was last awarded

LA BARCA HELENSBURGH SCOTLAND 2018

That this House congratulates La Barca restaurant in Helensburgh on winning the title of Best World Cuisine for the fifth consecutive year at the 2018 Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards; understands that the restaurant beat nine other finalists from right across Scotland to retain this mu

CELTIC FOOTBALL CLUB - DOUBLE TREBLE WINNERS

That this House congratulates all the players and management of Celtic Football Club on winning the 2018 Scottish Cup having beaten Motherwell FC by two goals to nil, thanks to goals from Callum McGregor and Olivier Ntcham thereby securing an unprecedented double-treble of back-to-back SPFL titles,

LIVERPOOL'S BID FOR CHANNEL 4 RELOCATION

That this House warmly welcomes the relocation of parts of Channel Four from central London; commends Liverpool's comprehensive and exciting bid to become a new destination for the broadcaster; notes the extraordinary cultural prowess of the city and clear commitment from the creative sector behind

CONDEMNATION OF INDIAN FLAG BURNING

That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the desecration of the Indian flag in Parliament Square on 18 April 2018; further condemns the timing of this action as it coincided with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting and was deeply insulting to both the Indian diaspora and the

BARON AND BARONESS KILKEEL

This House congratulates HRH Prince Harry and Ms Megan Markle on their marriage and wishes them both many years of happiness together; notes that our Sovereign has been pleased to grant to the Royal couple the title of Baron and Baroness of Kilkeel in the County of Down; and looks forward to Harry a

UNITED NATIONS HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL COMMISSION OF INQUIRY INTO VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL LAW

That this House welcomes the resolution of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) on 18 May 2018 to establish an independent, international Commission of Inquiry to investigate all violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law in the context of large-scale ci

PRISON SERVICE PARLIAMENTARY SCHEME

That this House welcomes recent Ministerial support for a Prison Service Parliamentary Scheme; notes that similar schemes for the Police Service, Fire Service and Armed Forces are popular with hon. Members; believes that such a scheme for the Prison Service would provide hon. Members with invaluable

JOB LOSSES AND CUTS AT STV

That this House is seriously disappointed and concerned at plans by Scotland's leading commercial broadcaster to shed 59 jobs across the STV and STV2 channels, with the latter closing altogether; notes that the plans involve ending the flagship STV News Tonight Scottish and international news progra

BASQUE PEACE PROCESS

That this House welcomes the International Event to Advance in the Resolution of the Conflict in the Basque Country which took place on 4 May 2018 in Kanbo, Cambo-les-Bains and the resulting Arnaga Declaration; agrees that the dissolution of ETA is a positive step towards a lasting and just peace in

INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA AND BIPHOBIA

That this House welcomes the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT); understands that the date of 17 May was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization's decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder; believes that IDAHOT uni

INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA AND BIPHOBIA (No. 2)

That this House recognises 17 May as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia; highlights the significance of marking this day to raise awareness of the persecution, discrimination and violence faced by many LGBT people around the world; notes that in 37 of the 53 Commonwealth

NEW HOSPITAL FOR HARLOW - TOPICAL HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE QUESTIONS ON 8 MAY 2018

That this House notes the question of the right hon. Member for Harlow to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care on 8 May 2018, which asked about the desperate need for a new hospital in Harlow; further notes the Minister for Health's response in which he stated that he recognises that t

HOSPITAL CAR PARKING - WQ 131746

That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care guidance, entitled NHS patient, visitor and staff car parking principles; further notes that the guidance suggests specifically that NHS organisations should work with public transport providers to make sure that users can get to the sit