Early Day Motions

Russian shadow fleet

That this House recognises that the Baltic Sea, and specifically Danish waters, form a strategic maritime choke-point on which the Russian shadow fleet relies to export oil, and that the operation of this fleet presents a serious threat to sanctions on Russian oil and on the environment; notes that

Habitat regulations

That this House recognises that the public overwhelmingly values nature, and expresses concern that recommendations 11 and 12 of the Nuclear Regulatory Review propose a weakening of the Habitats Regulations; believes that this would constitute a sledgehammer to crack a nut; notes that the Habitats R

Palestinian children in Israeli military detention

That this House notes with concern that Israeli forces continue to arrest, detain and try several hundred Palestinian children in the Israeli military court and detention system each year despite evidence that that process violates international law; highlights that Israel regularly prosecutes Pales

Political prisoners in Bangladesh

That this House notes with concern that many former MPs, journalists and judges have been imprisoned without charge for over a year in Bangladesh; recalls that justice delayed is justice denied; expresses its concern that there has been a resurgence of human rights abuses by state institutions, incl

North East Fife restaurants named among world’s best

That this House congratulates two outstanding North East Fife restaurants on being named among the world’s best in the prestigious LaListe 2026 guide; celebrates Haar in St Andrews and The Peat Inn near Largoward, two of only 10 Scottish restaurants to receive this honour; recognises the remarkable

Asylum reform proposals

That this House expresses deep concern toward the Home Office’s recently announced proposals on asylum system reform; notes that these proposals fail to address the underlying causes and impacts of the current asylum crisis; regrets that the proposals do not provide clear mechanisms for the enforced

Sheringham bus shelter

That this House notes with grave concern the plans of Norfolk County Council to demolish Sheringham’s historic bus shelter; recognises that the shelter is of Streamline Moderne art-deco design, dating from the 1950s; further notes that it contains a treasured poppy mural painted by a local artist wh

Tenth anniversary of Storm Desmond

That this House recognises the tenth anniversary of Storm Desmond and remembers the severe impact that it had on communities across Cumbria, which experienced unprecedented rainfall, extensive flooding, widespread disruption and significant damage to homes, businesses, farms and critical infrastruct

Chalk streams and salmon in Hampshire

That this House notes with concern the dwindling number of the Atlantic Salmon in the chalk streams of the River Test and the River Itchen; notes that Atlantic Salmon were named as an endangered species in Great Britain in December 2023; is concerned that analysis by Project White Hart found that ju

Wrightbus CEO

That this House congratulates Wrightbus on the appointment of Axel J. Maschka as its new Chief Executive; notes the company’s plans for global expansion and the creation of new jobs in Ballymena and Malaysia; recognises its leadership in zero-emission transport, including hydrogen, electric and repo

Detention of Hassan Mushaima and Dr Abduljalil Al-Singace

That this House condemns the continued detention of Bahraini opposition leader Hassan Mushaima and human rights defender Dr Abduljalil Al-Singace, who have been imprisoned since 2011 for their peaceful political activity; notes with deep concern that both men are elderly and suffer from serious, unt

Julie Whitton

That this House commends the exemplary charity work of Julie Whitton, Swimbridge community champion and fundraising officer for the Royal Devon Hospitals Charity; recognises her instrumental role in NHS fundraising appeals that delivered the £3m Seamoor Chemotherapy and Day Treatment Unit, re-equipp

Jury trial rights

That this House expresses grave concern at recent Government proposals to abolish or severely restrict the right to trial by jury in England and Wales by limiting jury trials to cases attracting sentences of less than three years; notes that trial by jury has been a centuries-old constitutional safe

The Kilt Studio Bathgate

That this House congratulates Bathgate’s The Kilt Studio on winning the Best Groomswear Supplier Award at the Your Scottish Wedding Awards 2025; recognises their craftsmanship, customer service, and commitment to preserving Scotland’s cultural heritage through bespoke Highland dress; commends their

60 years of the new Bathgate Academy

That this House congratulates Bathgate Academy on the 60th anniversary of its new building, which opened in November 1965; notes that this milestone represents six decades of learning and community spirit at the heart of Bathgate; acknowledges the Academy’s proud heritage dating back to the 17th cen

150th Anniversary of Bo’ness Public School

That this House congratulates Bo’ness Public School on its 150th anniversary, marking a century and a half of education, community, and opportunity; celebrates the generations of students inspired by the school since founding in 1875; welcomes the community concerts at Bo’ness Parish Church as an ex

West London Orbital

That this House supports the proposed West London Orbital (WLO) as a shovel-ready, low-carbon rail scheme that would deliver a high-value new connection across west London; notes that it requires no major tunnelling or land acquisition and aligns with the Government’s national renewal agenda; recogn

Nettlebed Community School

That this House applauds the imagination and concern for the world shown by the children of Nettlebed Community School during their participation in UK Parliament Week, when they shared their suggestions for how society can be kinder and more sustainable; notes their calls to protect the environment

Reopening of The Bayford Inn in Wincanton

That this House celebrates the re-opening of The Bayford Inn in Wincanton, formerly known as The Unicorn Inn; notes that the pub was saved from permanent closure owing to the generosity of over 70 residents from Bayford, who secured the pub at auction, with The Bayford Inn Benefits Society Limited,

Reports of funding for performance poetry workshops in Colombian prisons

That this House expresses serious concern at reports in The Telegraph that the British Council, a charity receiving £162.5 million in overseas development aid from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office this year, is using public funds to run performance poetry workshops in Colombian priso

Reports of UK funding of Ethiopian tax collectors

That this House notes with deep concern recent reports in The Telegraph that £20 million of British taxpayers’ money has been used to train tax collectors in Ethiopia; expresses its dismay that such funding was approved; and urges the Government to undertake an urgent review of all overseas funding

The Fixy Project wins Green Apple Environmental Award

That this House congratulates The Fixy Project, a local Somerset initiative promoting reuse, repair and recycling of electronic devices, on winning the International Green Apple Environment Award; notes that The Fixy Project, which was launched in 2022 by Resource Futures and Somerset Council, has s

Lisa Petrie's response to her son's fatal stabbing

That this House welcomes the tireless work of Lisa Petrie in fundraising for and distributing bleed kits following the fatal stabbing of her son John in September this year; understands that bleed kits are specifically designed to handle life threatening bleeding from an injury or attack; and agrees

Palestine Action hunger strike

That this House expresses its extreme concern that six prisoners associated with Palestine Action have felt that they had no other recourse to protest against their prison conditions but to launch a hunger strike; and calls upon the Secretary of State for Justice to intervene urgently to ensure thei

Gig economy and illegal workers

That this House notes with serious concern that the gig economy has become a magnet for organised crime and illegal workers, creating significant risks to public safety and lawful employment, particularly as seasonal demand increases; further notes that enforcement in this area remains shockingly lo