Early Day Motions

Issuing defence bonds to help restore Britain’s military

That this House believes that, in a world made more dangerous by Donald Trump's reckless war in the Middle East and Vladimir Putin’s aggression in Ukraine and the rest of Europe, the UK cannot afford to continue drifting on defence; recognises the urgent need to rebuild the country’s armed forces an

Walker's Shortbread Ltd, King's Award for Enterprise

That this House congratulates Walker’s Shortbread Ltd, a family-owned Scottish shortbread and biscuit company based in Aberlour, on being awarded The King’s Award for Enterprise under the International Trade Category; pays tribute to its status as one of the UK’s largest branded food exporters; note

Proportional Representation for UK Elections

That this House celebrates the hard work of candidates who stood for election on 7th May; congratulates those who succeeded in their bid for election; notes that the representation of parties on Councils across the UK does not reflect the vote share each party will have received; recognises that the

Llandovery RFC victory in the Super Rygbi Cymru Trophy 2026

That this House congratulates Llandovery RFC, known as The Drovers, on their achievement of winning the Super Rygbi Cymru trophy following the final against Ebbw Vale RFC over the weekend; notes that this is the third time the club, from a North Caerfyrddin town of 2,500 residents, have won this acc

Two-state solution in Israel and Palestine

That this House notes with alarm the deteriorating situation in Gaza, where millions of Palestinians are still in the grip of a humanitarian catastrophe following the Israeli Government’s military campaign, and Hamas’ reassertion of control; condemns increasing illegal settler expansion and violence

UK arms sales to Israel

That this House notes with deep concern breaches of international humanitarian law by the Israeli Government in Palestine; expresses its grave concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit war crimes, particularly in Gaza; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s

David Tennant

That this House congratulates Cheltenham constituent David Tennant for his recent successful legal action to claim compensation for damages to his vehicle by a pothole; understands that David’s vehicle sustained over £500 of damages in January 2024 due to falling into a dangerous section of Moorend

Hillsborough Law

That this House calls for the Public Office (Accountability) Bill, better known as the Hillsborough Law, to be passed in full as one of the first Acts of the new Parliamentary session; notes with concern the lack of progress on the Bill since the postponed Report Stage and Third Reading in January;

120 years of the Language Assistant Programme and international cultural exchange

That this House celebrates the Language Assistant Programme, which has been running for 120 years since its establishment in 1905 between the United Kingdom, France and Germany; recognises that what began as a small initiative has grown into a global exchange connecting people and classrooms across

78 years of the Palestinian Nakba

That this House marks 78 years since the start of the Nakba, when more than 750,000 Palestinians were forcibly displaced from their homes by Israeli forces; recognises that the Nakba is not merely a historical event, but an ongoing process of dispossession, displacement and oppression affecting Pale

Digital sovereignty and sovereign public procurement strategy

That this House notes that we live in an increasingly digitised world, with our jobs, finance, transport and national security depending on technological solutions; further notes that many of these services, including Government services and critical national infrastructure, depend on technology and

Meta and YouTube and legal liability for addictive design and online harms

That this House notes with alarm the findings of recent legal proceedings in the United States in which Meta and YouTube have been found liable for creating platforms with addictive features that cause mental health distress and social media addiction, and in which Meta has further been found liable

Falkland Islands

In the first clause, leave out "the Government" and insert "all Governments since the premiership of Margaret Thatcher".

Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday

That this House wishes Richmond Park resident, Sir David Attenborough, a very happy 100th birthday, and commends his advocacy for the natural world, conservation and biodiversity; recognises his contribution to broadcasting and consequentially to communities around the world, who have enjoyed his pr

International Workers’ Memorial Day 2026

That this House marks International Workers’ Memorial Day 2026; remembers all those who have been killed, injured or made ill as a result of their work; sends solidarity to bereaved families, injured workers and all those living with work-related illness; recognises the vital role of trade unions, h

140th anniversary of the Cathcart Manufacturing Facility

That this House recognises the 140th anniversary of the opening of the Cathcart Manufacturing Facility; acknowledges the aviation heritage of the site as an early producer of the autogyro; notes that the site has operated continuously since 1871, training generations of Scotland's brightest engineer

York City Football Club

That this House sincerely congratulates York City for its promotion from the National League and its return to League Two, following the last minute goal scored by Josh Stones; recognises the hard work of all the players and wider community at York City Football Club and the incredible support of Yo

Knightswood Football Club, Scottish Cup Winners

That this House congratulates Knightswood Football Club’s U17s boys’ team on winning the Scottish Youth Football Association Cup Final; commends the whole team on their incredible 3-0 win over the Cumbernauld Colts in the final; recognises the contribution of the goalscorers Mac Massie, Kyle King, a

DD8 Music and BonFest's 20th anniversary

That this House congratulates Kirriemuir’s BonFest and community based charity DD8 Music on the occasion of the festival’s 20th anniversary; recognises the success of the annual festival, which celebrates the life and legacy of former AC/DC frontman and son of Kirriemuir, Bon Scott; notes the signif

Boston Marathon and Aaron Beggs’ act of sportsmanship

That this House congratulates Bangor runner Aaron Beggs on his outstanding performance at the Boston Marathon; notes that he completed the race in an impressive time of 2:44:45, placing him among a very large international field of competitors; further notes that, in the closing stages of the race,

City of Stoke-on-Trent Male Voice Choir’s dementia fundraising tour

That this House congratulates The City of Stoke-on-Trent Male Voice Choir on their initiative to raise funds and awareness for dementia; recognises that the choir will be giving concerts in all six towns which form the city, Tunstall, Burslem, Hanley, Fenton, Longton and Stoke; notes that singing ca

100th anniversary of the 1st Ewell Village (St Mary’s) Brownies

That this House congratulates the 1st Ewell Village (St Mary’s) Brownies on their 100th anniversary; recognises the work of Division and Assistant County Commissioner, Mary Zoeller, who runs the 1st Ewell Village Brownie unit; thanks everyone who works tirelessly behind the scenes for their brillian

Leatherhead FC's first league title in 62 years

That this House congratulates Leatherhead FC, otherwise known as The Tanners, on winning the league for the first time in 62 years and on being promoted to the Isthmian Premier Division; and thanks everybody behind this achievement including the players, the management team including Manager Ian Sel

Falkland Islands

That this House welcomes the steadfast support of the Government for the Falkland Islanders' right to self-determination; notes that the position of the UK on the sovereignty and defence of the Falkland Islands remains resolute and consistent; reiterates the view that the Falkland Islands are Britis

Anzac Day 2026

That this House respectfully acknowledges Anzac Day 2026; notes that this year is the 111th anniversary of the landings at Anzac Cove on 25 April 1915; gives thanks for the sacrifice and bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who courageously fought alongside British and other Allied f