Early Day Motions

Heart Unions Week and the contribution of trade unions

That this House marks Heart Unions Week and celebrates the long and proud history of the trade union movement in improving the lives of working people across the United Kingdom; recognises that unions have been central to securing landmark advances including safer workplaces, limits on excessive hou

International Epilepsy Day 2026

That this House notes International Epilepsy Day 2026 taking place on Monday 9 February 2026, focusing on the Epilepsy Pledge to turn awareness into action; highlights the Epilepsy Pledge, urging people to commit to one concrete action for awareness or inclusion in 2026; further notes that the 50 Mi

Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney

That this House notes with sympathy the passing of Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney who was killed during a training exercise in Northumberland, England serving with the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery; highlights that this young man was known to be an officer and a gentleman born in Roscommon and join

70th anniversary of Tayto Crisps

That this House notes the 70th anniversary of Tayto Crisps; highlights that the crisps and snacks giant Tayto Group was founded in 1956 in Tandragee, Co Armagh by Thomas Hutchinson; further notes that the business is still proudly run by the Hutchinson family and today is the largest locally-owned c

Keith Butcher

That this House mourns the passing of Keith Butcher, a much-loved figure in West Berkshire’s sporting community whose dedication helped shape grassroots and youth football in Newbury; recognises his tireless contribution to local clubs, schools, and young people throughout his life; acknowledges the

15th anniversary of the Bahrain pro-democracy uprising

That this House notes the 15th anniversary of Bahrain’s 2011 uprising, when widespread protests demanding democratic change and opposing structural inequality, corruption and repression, and the lack of meaningful political representation were met with state violence and repression, resulting in doz

Closure of McKillens Fashions, Ballymena

That this House notes with dismay that after 100 years as the key retailer on Ballymena’s Church Street, McKillens Fashion is closing, robbing the town of this trailblazing retailer; further notes that the Northern Ireland Executive has failed to sustain town centres, or protect them from unbearable

Refugee homelessness and the asylum move-on period

That this House notes with concern reports that the number of refugee households in England who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has increased fivefold in four years, rising from 3,560 in 2021-22 to 19,310 in 2024-25; further notes evidence from charities and local authorities that this rise

Public inquiry into Epstein links

That this House stands with Jeffrey Epstein’s victims whose relentless courage and pursuit of justice has led to the publication of the Epstein files; notes with concern the number of British public figures included in these files; recognises that child sexual abuse on this scale is likely to have i

Grey belt policy and the impact on villages and rural communities

That this House notes that the December 2024 National Planning Policy Framework, and the December 2025 consultation version, defines the term grey belt planning applications as those on Green Belt land that does not strongly contribute to three Green Belt purposes which all relate to towns and large

Conduct of Lord Mandelson (No. 3)

That this House notes the revelations around Peter Mandelson and his relationship with the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, especially his actions during his time as a Cabinet Minister when he reportedly shared confidential Government information with Epstein; is concerned about the ability of

Enforced disappearance and collective punishment in Balochistan, Pakistan

That this House expresses grave concern at the enforced disappearance of Mohammad Bakhsh Sajidi, Naeem Sajidi, and Rafeeq Baloch, who were reportedly abducted from their home in Sky Blue, Hub Chowki, Balochistan, at approximately 3:30am on 2 February 2026 by Pakistan’s Counter Terrorism Department a

Timmergreens Primary School, Arbroath

That this House commends the pupils and staff of Timmergreens Primary School in Arbroath for their compassionate and creative act of solidarity with children in the Sumy Oblast region of Ukraine; notes that pupils wrote letters and produced drawings for children in Sumy as part of the Friendship Agr

Murder of Royal Navy sailor David Cuthbert

That this House marks the 54th anniversary of the murder of David Cuthbert, a teenage Royal Navy sailor who was shot dead in Rio de Janeiro on 5 February 1972 while serving his country overseas; remembers that David Cuthbert was deliberately targeted by Brazilian terrorists as an act of solidarity w

World Cancer Day and breast cancer

That this House marks World Cancer Day by recognising the urgent need to improve the early detection of breast cancer in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43 per cent of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25 to 49 years; further notes that breast cancer in younger wo

140th anniversary of Clydesdale Harriers Athletics Club

That this House congratulates Clydesdale Harriers Athletics Club on their 140th anniversary; recognises the club’s legacy as Scotland’s first open amateur athletics club, founded in 1885; acknowledges its rich history and deep roots in the local community; commends the club’s sustained contribution

100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion in Dromore

That this House marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion in Dromore in Lagan Valley; recognises the proud history of the Dromore Branch of the Royal British Legion, first formed in 1925, folding in the late 1970s and later reforming in December 1998 and going from strength to strength

Financial Support for the Music and Dance Scheme

That this House notes the vital contribution of the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) in enabling talented young people from all backgrounds to access world-class specialist training in music and dance; further notes that MDS providers have historically operated under multi-year funding settlements, enab

Together Alliance

That this House notes with grave concern the growing confidence and visibility of far-right movements in the UK, including the increasing scale of far-right protests on the nation’s streets; further notes that such movements exploit genuine economic problems faced by many in order to scapegoat migra

Artificial Intelligence chatbots

That this House notes the rapid advancement and accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots by both adults and children; further notes that many AI chatbots provide human-like responses and are designed to encourage emotional connection, friendship and intimacy; expresses concern t

New US sanctions on Cuba

That this House expresses grave concern at the executive order signed on 29 January 2026 by US President Donald Trump, which unjustifiably declares Cuba as an “extraordinary threat” to the national security of the United States and authorises new sanctions against any country supplying oil to Cuba;

Stamp Duty liability for periodic tenancies

That this House notes that periodic tenancies under the Renters' Rights Act could become liable for stamp duty; notes with concern that this will mean hundreds of thousands of tenants have to pay stamp duty over the next few years; recognises that renters were neglected by the former Government who

Flooding as a result of Storm Chandra

That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of Storm Chandra on Somerset and the South West; expresses alarm that 50 properties have been flooded in the area, with more homes being evacuated due to further risk of flooding; recognises that Somerset is particularly vulnerable to flood

Peter Quinney

That this House congratulates Peter Quinney for winning two gold medals at an adult trampolining championship at the age of 91; commends the effort he has put in with his fellow competitors to win these awards; congratulates him for returning to the sport after over 40 years, being British trampolin

Seafarer pay and conditions at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary

That this House notes the pay dispute between 1,700 civilian seafarers, the recognised trade unions, including the RMT and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA); applauds the hard work of RFA seafarers which involves over 65% of the Royal Navy's task tasking on top of their own work, on a reduced fleet af