Early Day Motions

THE SALVATION ARMY, ABERDEEN CITADEL

That this House congratulates The Salvation Army Aberdeen Citadel on being awarded a share of the £35,000 donation from The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen Society Widow Fund; notes that charities selected have been chosen for their positive contributions to local communities; and commends the

EDDIE STEVENSON

That this House welcomes the fundraising efforts of Mr Eddie Stevenson, Ashgrove Road West, Aberdeen, who has successfully raised over £250,000 for local charities in the last 36 years, with his annual children's Christmas lights display; commends Mr Eddie Stevenson for the outstanding commitment an

ARCHWAY RESPITE CARE LTD, ABERDEEN

That this House congratulates Archway Respite Care Ltd on being awarded a share of the £35,000 donation from The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen Society Widow Fund; notes that charities selected have been chosen for their positive contributions to local communities; and commends Archway Respit

PARKRUN BEACH BOULEVARD, ABERDEEN

That this House congratulates Parkrun Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen on winning the Asda Green Token Giving funding: Aberdeen Beach Local Projects Funding customer vote; recognises Parkrun will allocate this funding to the continuance of the excellent work it currently undertakes in the local community;

HIGHLAND SUPPORT FOR MIDDLE EAST REFUGEES

That this House warmly congratulates the many dedicated people in the Highlands who have given up their free time since October 2015, volunteering with The Highlands Support Refugees group in Conan Bridge; notes that they have now sent a total of 104 tonnes of aid from the Highlands for refugees fro

ARMED FORCES CHAPLAINS

That this House notes the tremendous work that is carried out by Armed Forces Chaplains both at home and overseas; acknowledges the wonderful support and guidance that they offer to all in uniform and their families; and thanks them for the dedication that takes them far beyond the call of duty out

CONTRIBUTION OF VOLUNTEERS TO SOCIETY

That this House recognises all those volunteers who do so much for society the whole year through; understands the difficult jobs they take on and highlights the value and worth that their hours of dedication bring to local communities; further acknowledges the fact that without the massive voluntee

ROADCHEF EMPLOYEES BENEFIT TRUST (No. 2)

That this House notes with concern that over 200 current and former employees of Roadchef Motorway Services at Harthill, Annandale Water, Bothwell and Hamilton in Scotland are still awaiting a decision from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to repay the Roadchef Employees Benefit Trust the £10 million w

SCOTTISH FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS 2017

That this House sends its congratulations to East Renfrewshire's, Kenneth Graham McAlpine, on his success at The Herald's Scottish Family Business Awards 2017; notes with satisfaction that McAlpine's business, of which he is a Director, won Large Scottish Family Business of the Year and the Outstand

LUCY'S LAW: IMMEDIATE BAN ON THE SALE OF PUPPIES BY PET SHOPS AND OTHER THIRD-PARTY COMMERCIAL DEALERS

That this House calls for the immediate ban on the sale of puppies by pet shops and other third­party commercial dealers; recognises that implementing Lucy's Law will be a major step forward in putting an end to unnecessary animal cruelty and helping to eradicate forms of irresponsible dog breeding

IMMIGRATION DETENTION OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE AND OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE

That this House notes with concern the recent High Court judgment against the Government which found that the Home Office 's redefinition of torture in its flagship Adults at Risk immigration detention policy was unlawful; further notes that Mr Justice Ouseley ruled that the Home Office's decision t

DEMOCRATIC FEDERATION OF NORTHERN SYRIA REPRESENTATION AT PEACE TALKS

That this House expresses grave concern regarding the on-going suffering of the Syrian people; notes that, in the statement of UN Security Council Resolution 2254 (2015) which states that the only sustainable solution to the current crisis in Syria is through an inclusive and Syrian-led political pr

DISABLED WORKERS AND PRODUCTIVITY

That this House warmly welcomes the Government's commitment, set out in the new employment strategy for disabled people, Improving Lives: the Future of Work, Health and Disability, to see one million more disabled people in work over the next 10 years; shares the Government's belief that the world o

PRIME MINISTER'S INVITATION TO THE PRIME MINISTER OF THE KURDISTAN REGION

That this House congratulates the Prime Minister on her decision to invite the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq to London; believes that the UK is well-placed, thanks to its history with Iraq and Kurdistan and the respect for the UK there, to encourage much needed dialogue on all outst

BOXING DAY TRAIN SERVICES

That this House expresses its deep disappointment that once again during this Christmas season the railways will undergo a 58-hour shutdown with no services whatsoever being provided on the overwhelming majority of lines; notes that this is in stark contrast to the situation that prevails in the res

JK ROWLING - COMPANION OF HONOUR

That this House congratulates Edinburgh author J.K. Rowling on being made a Companion of Honour, recognising her outstanding contribution to literature and culture; notes that the magical world created by Ms Rowling captured the imaginations of children and adults alike, defining childhoods, bringin

LOMOND AND HELENSBURGH RUGBY UNDER-18 CHAMPIONS

That this House congratulates all the players and coaching staff of Lomond and Helensburgh Rugby team on winning the Scottish Schools' Under-18 Plate when they defeated Marr College by 42 to 29 in a keenly contested final at Murrayfield; acknowledges the enormous contribution made to the team by Hea

BREXIT AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

That this House recognises the need to maintain and build on food, environmental and public health standards in the UK; notes that these standards have been substantially driven by the EU, and that the UK’s future departure from the EU raises significant questions on the maintenance of these standar

NORTHUMBRIA POLICE AND DENISE AUBREY

That this House is deeply concerned about the continuing dispute between Northumbria Police and Denise Aubrey; and urges the Home Secretary to consider urgent use of her powers to bring this dispute to an end in the public interest.

MFR CASH FOR KIDS

That this House recognises the contribution of MFR Cash for Kid's Mission Christmas Appeal; notes the generous donations of individuals and businesses alike; and acknowledges the efforts of volunteers at MFR Cash for Kids to ensure that no children wake up on Christmas morning without a present to

TEACHER OF PHYSICS AWARD

That this House recognises the achievement of Martyn Crawshaw in taking home the Institute of Physics Teacher of Physics Award 2017; notes his outstanding contribution to the teaching of Physics in his role of principal teacher of science in Millburn Academy; further recognises his dedication and en

MIKEYSLINE CHARITY

That this House recognises the tireless efforts of Ron Williamson who set up the Mikeysline charity in memory of his nephew Michael Williamson; welcomes the opening of The Hive in Inverness, which offers a place for people aged 17 and over to drop into those who are feeling low, depressed or simply

COVENTRY CITY OF CULTURE 2021

That this House celebrates the news that Coventry has been chosen to be UK City of Culture in 2021, reminding the UK of the incredible depth of culture and heritage found in Coventry, as well as the wider West Midlands; recognises the strong bids put forward by the other shortlisted cities of Stoke-

SLAVE TRADE IN LIBYA

That this House deplores the actions of those who seek to enslave migrants passing through Libya; condemns in the strongest terms the abhorrent use of auctions to buy and sell slaves; notes with alarm the horror faced by victims of human trafficking and slavery in Libya and the lack of government co

FALUN GONG AND HARVESTING ORGANS

That this House calls on the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to condemn the persecution of Falun Gong and the crime of harvesting organs from Falun Gong practitioners and other prisoners of conscience in China.