Early Day Motions
Formal motions tabled by MPs to draw attention to issues, campaigns and concerns.
61,520 EDMs
Frances Park
That this House conveys its gratitude to Frances Park for her dedication in the evolution of Cumbernauld and Carbrain Community Hub, growing from a small women’s group in Carbrain Primary School with the vision of a community space for all the community bringing people together, reducing poverty and
70 years of Cumbernauld and new production at Cumbernauld Theatre
That this House congratulates Cumbernauld Theatre at Lanternhouse on their recent production of A Town For Tomorrow, written and directed by Lawrence Crawford and showcasing the talents of Cumbernauld People’s Theatre Company, with members of Cumbernauld Senior and Junior Youth Theatre and Adult Dan
Castle Cary in Bloom at the South West in Bloom Awards 2026
That this House congratulates Castle Cary on its outstanding results at the South West in Bloom Awards 2026, including Gold in the Champion of Champions category; further congratulates three local projects that each received Gold and Outstanding awards EatCary, a shared community growing space where
Gillingham Town Council Gold Award from the National Association of Local Councils' Award Scheme
That this House congratulates Gillingham Town Council on achieving the prestigious Gold Award from the National Association of Local Councils’ Award Scheme and notes that this is the highest level of accreditation available; notes that the award recognises councils at the forefront of best practice,
Epsom Symphony Orchestra 75th anniversary
That this House congratulates Epsom Symphony Orchestra on its 75th anniversary; celebrates their long history of being committed to delivering a high-standard and diverse variety of music for their audience; thanks all those who work tirelessly behind the scenes, both past and present, including the
Funding for Olivia’s Steps Foundation
That this House congratulates the Olivia’s Steps Foundation on securing a £7,500 National Lottery Community Fund grant to deliver Olivia’s Steps Mobility and Independence Week; recognises the importance of intensive therapy in helping children with physical disabilities develop mobility, confidence
National Lottery funding for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People
That this House welcomes the award of an £8,000 National Lottery Community Fund grant to Hearing Dogs for Deaf People; recognises the importance of its Community Drop-in sessions in providing support, advice and connection for deaf people; celebrates the role of community organisations in tackling i
Ninetieth anniversary of Ferry Fair
That this House congratulates the Ferry Fair Festival Committee on receiving a £10,000 National Lottery Community Fund grant to deliver Ferry Fair in its ninetieth year; celebrates the festival’s longstanding place in South Queensferry’s community life; recognises the importance of local festivals i
Longman’s Whey-Cream Butter wins Silver at the 2026 Great British Food Awards
That this House congratulates Longman’s Cheese of North Cadbury, Somerset, on winning Silver for its Salted Whey-Cream Butter at the 2026 Great British Food Awards, in a year when the awards received a record number of entries; notes that the butter is made from whey cream that retains living cultur
Somerset Sumo Club in Glastonbury
That this House congratulates Joe Andrews, a sumo wrestler and personal trainer, on founding Somerset Sumo Club, believed to be the first sumo club in the South West of England, based at Average Joe Fitness Studio in Glastonbury and affiliated to the British Combat Association; commends Mr Andrews’s
Glastonbury Abbey Yard and St Dunstan’s House at the Royal Town Planning Institute Awards for Planning Excellence 2026
That this House celebrates the Glastonbury Abbey Yard project, creating a welcoming and accessible new entrance to the internationally renowned abbey, and the St Dunstan’s House project, bringing a prominent town-centre building back into use as an accessible hub for community and well-being service
Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or
That this House celebrates the outstanding efforts of Harry Kane, captain of the England men’s football team; recognises him as one of this country’s greatest footballers; further celebrates him being awarded the 2026 Ballon d’Or, the first British footballer for 25 years, making him officially the
Royal National Mòd Glasgow
That this House congratulates all participants, competitors, performers, organisers and volunteers of the Royal National Mòd 2026, held in Glasgow from 9 to 17 October; celebrates the enormous success of this year’s festival, which welcomed a record number of entrants and an estimated 11,500 attende
Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d'Or
That this House congratulates Harry Kane, captain of the England men’s football team, on being named winner of the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or; recognises that he is the first English player to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001; celebrates his outstanding achievements for England and his contribut
Harry Kane and the Ballon d’Or 2026
That this House congratulates Harry Kane on becoming the first English player in 25 years to win the Ballon d’Or, an achievement that reflects one of the most extraordinary individual seasons in the history of the game; notes that Kane scored 61 goals in 51 club matches for Bayern Munich last season
Congratulations to Harry Kane on winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or
That this House congratulates England captain Harry Kane on winning the prestigious 2026 Ballon d'Or at the ceremony in London; notes that he is the first English player to receive the award in 25 years since Michael Owen in 2001; celebrates his astonishing record of 73 goals scored for club and cou
Recognising those who responded to Storms Austen and Boelo
That this House recognises the efforts of emergency response staff, including firefighters, police officers, ambulance crews, coastguards, mountain rescue teams, local authority workers, utility and transport workers, and volunteers, in responding to Storms Austen and Boelo; commends their dedicatio
Drumchapel United youth player’s 26-mile fundraising challenge
That this House congratulates eight-year-old Shay Crosbie on his remarkable fundraising effort, cycling 26 miles around Glasgow’s football stadiums in support of his team, Drumchapel United, based in Glasgow West; notes that the challenge will begin at the Donald Dewar Centre, the club’s home, and t
Phil Simms' contribution to Henley Standard
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of Phil Simms, Editor of the Henley Standard, dedicating 19 years of service to the local newspaper, having joined the publication as a reporter in 2008; notes his leadership in championing local journalism and holding public bodies to account;
Rural fuel duty relief
That this House recognises the disproportionately high fuel costs faced by rural communities, where reliance on cars is often unavoidable due to limited public transport; supports the Rural Fuel Duty Relief Scheme in reducing prices at the pump; notes that only one postcode in the whole of Cumbria c
Carys Graham as World Champion Drum Major
That this House congratulates Carys Graham from Ballynahinch on becoming World Champion Drum Major at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; recognises her outstanding achievements throughout the 2026 season, during which she won every Juvenile Drum Major grade contest she entered at home, in
Push for Stoptober
That this House encourages people to take part in Stoptober, the UK's biggest quit smoking challenge; highlights the free support services available across the UK health service to help those taking part to succeed; praises the 500 free Public Health Agency funded Stop Smoking services in Northern I
Suffolk Chamber of Commerce named UK Chamber of the Year 2026
That this House congratulates Suffolk Chamber of Commerce on being named UK Chamber of the Year at the British Chambers of Commerce Chamber Awards 2026; recognises its 142-year history of supporting local businesses, championing economic growth and promoting investment across Suffolk; commends its w
Highlands and Islands Thistle Awards and Shetland businesses
That this House welcomes the wins of Shetland business owners at the Highlands and Islands Thistle Awards; congratulates Celia Smith of Blyde Welcome on winning Individual of the Year, Seabirds and Seals on winning Best Visitor Attraction, and Shetland Seabird Tours for winning Best Outdoor Adventur
Jen Roberts and raising awareness of water pollution
That this House commends Jen Roberts of Shetland for undertaking a daily sea swimming challenge throughout October to raise funds for Surfers Against Sewage; recognises her efforts to raise awareness of sewage pollution and campaign for cleaner, safer waters across the UK; and thanks her for using h