Early Day Motions

MR RONNIE MCFALL

That this House recognises the achievement of the former Portadown FC manager, and the longest-serving manager in European football, Mr Ronnie McFall MBE, who, during his 29 years of management won four Irish league titles, 23 major trophies and transformed Portadown FC into an invaluable asset for

THE KENSINGTON PARK HOTEL, COMMUNITY PUB AND LIVE MUSIC

That this House recognises that the Kensington Park Hotel (KPH) has a long history of providing a community pub and music venue to its local area; celebrates the success of the KPH as a profitable local pub and a popular music venue; criticises the behaviour of Steven Archer, the owner of SWA Develo

TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP AND THE EUROPEAN UNION REFERENDUM

That this House notes the concerns of grassroots campaigners about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members and EU sovereign member states to make decisions in the public interest; in particular notes concerns surrounding the in

SOCIAL SECURITY

That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 246), dated 25 February 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 March 2016, be annulled.

CANCER

That this House welcomes the cancer breakthrough which seeks to use the immune system to target cells with tumours; and congratulates Cancer Research and all other bodies that made this possible and which will continue to fight every day for an end to cancer.

LEGAL HIGHS (No. 2)

That this House welcomes the breakthrough in tackling the legal high problem by creating technology that will identify substances in the drugs; congratulates Queen’s University, Belfast, on perfecting the method by which these substances can be identified so that more prompt health diagnosis can be

PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS THROUGH PRESCRIPTION OR VOUCHERS

That this House believes that no-one should have to go without sanitary products during menstruation; recognises that many women in poverty are unable to afford sanitary towels and tampons and are ashamed to ask food banks for assistance; recommends that sanitary goods be made available without char

ST PATRICK'S DAY 2016

That this House notes that 17 March each year marks St Patrick's Day; understands that this day is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the island of lreland, as well as highlighting the massive contribution that Ireland and its diaspora has made in shaping nations across

28th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SUMGAIT MASSACRES

That this House notes the 28th anniversary of the massacre of Armenians in the Azerbaijani city of Sumgait and expresses its sympathy to the families of those men, women and children victims; calls on the Azerbaijani government to end its aggression towards Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, end its cros

NATIONAL LIVING WAGE

That this House notes that some employers are cutting staff allowances, reducing overtime and bank holiday pay, and overall compensation packages to offset the cost of the national living wage; is concerned that as a result of the changes, many low-paid employees will be left worse off even after mi

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE DISCOVERY

That this House recognises the work of researchers at the University of Dundee who have identified a key mechanism that damages the cornea in Meesmann epithelial corneal dystrophy, a rare blinding disorder which is passed from parents to their children; notes the collaboration of scientists at the U

FAIRY BOX CHARITY

That this House congratulates Fairy Box, a charity that has collected and distributed toys to hospital-bound children throughout Scotland for the last 10 years; notes the dedication and relentless hard work by the charity's volunteers to deliver a unique gift box to a countless number of children in

PUPPY FARMING

That this House notes the report, Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing legislation is need

OOR WULLIE'S 80TH ANNIVERSARY

That this House celebrates the 80th birthday of Dundee comic character, Oor Wullie; notes that Oor Wullie has been causing havoc since 8 March 1936 when he first appeared in DC Thomson, Dundee publication, the Sunday Post; recognises the work of creator Robert Low and cartoonist Dudley Watkins; furt

KING'S HILL DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS

That this House notes with concern the proposals by Warwickshire District Council to give planning permission for the building of hundreds of new homes on green belt land in the King's Hill area adjacent to Coventry; further notes the housing shortage both nationally and across the West Midlands alo

MS THERAPY CENTRE RECEIVE QUEENS AWARD

That this House congratulates Tayside MS Therapy Centre in Dundee which has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; commends the group of volunteers who have been dedicated to improving the lives of sufferers of multiple sclerosis since 1982; notes that the group, which was formed to use h

SAFEGUARD THE NATIONAL ANTHEM OF WELSH SPORT HEN WLAD FY NHADAU

That this House notes the well-established tradition that Hen Wlad fy Nhadau is the national anthem of Welsh sports teams and competitors; recognises the important role the anthem plays in uniting the Welsh nation, bringing Welsh and non-Welsh speaking citizens together; is concerned about a campaig

ELECTORAL REGISTRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE

That this House notes that data released recently by the Office for National Statistics further exposes an electoral registration crisis in our democracy, particularly for 16 and 17 year-old attainers; further notes the success of the Chief Electoral Officer of Northern Ireland's Schools Initiative

BAN ON MICROBEADS

That this House notes with concern the biological and toxicological harm caused by microbeads, tiny plastic particles used as exfoliating agents in a variety of cosmetic products such as scrubs, soaps and toothpaste; further notes that in the US a ban on microbeads in cosmetic and personal care prod

CLOSED SYSTEM FOR CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PLACES

That this House rejects the comments made by Charlie Stillitano, Chairman of Relevent Sports, that the largest five teams in British football should be given a permanent place in the Champions League in a modified closed system; notes the regrettably blasé comments by Mr Stillitano about historic fo

40TH ANNIVERSARY OF ACTION AT THE GRUNWICK PHOTO PROCESSING PLANT

This House recognises and celebrates the solidarity, persistence and determination of the predominantly female and Asian workforce at the Grunwick Photo Processing Plant in West London who took part in landmark action to secure trade union recognition; notes that 2016 is the 40th anniversary of that

SWANSEA

That this House notes its appreciation of Swansea and her people; further notes that Swansea is the birthplace of world renowned poet Dylan Thomas, global star Catherine Zeta-Jones and one of the world's greatest footballers, John Charles, and that it is founded on the copper industry known as Coppe

UK-MALAWI TAX TREATY

That this House welcomes the renewed focus from the Government and the government of Malawi to renegotiate the double taxation treaty between the UK and Malawi, and the UK Financial Secretary to the Treasury's statement that the new treaty is close to conclusion; notes with concern that the existin

TACKLING RACISM CAMPAIGN

That this House commends the Member of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Aberdeenshire East, Kain McLeod, on his efforts to tackle racism; condemns unreservedly all forms of racism and supports initiatives to tackle this blight on our society; notes the massive level of youth engagement evident acro

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AGAINST WOMEN HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS

That this House commends the vital work of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) in light of International Women's Day and more generally; is very concerned about serious and systemic violence against WHRDs around the world, such as the recent murder of WHRD Berta Cáceres in Honduras; is appalled by