Early Day Motions

Councillor Stephen Lismore

That this House notes with sadness, the tragic death of Councillor Stephen Lismore in a climbing accident in Italy on the weekend of 7 February 2026; passes on its condolences to the partner, family and friends of Councillor Lismore; further notes that Stephen had represented Staveley North on Chest

Thatcham level crossing

That this House notes with concern that Thatcham level crossing is closed for approximately 30 minutes in every hour during peak times; recognises the frustration caused by these prolonged closures for regular commuters and the significant social and economic impact this has on the local community;

Local Government

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Local Authorities (Changes to Years of Ordinary Elections) (England) Order 2026 (SI, 2026, No. 96), dated 3 February 2026, a copy of which was laid before this House on 5 February 2026, be annulled.

20th anniversary of Time Twisters

That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Time Twisters, the family entertainment and soft play centre in Edinburgh; notes that since opening in 2006 it has welcomed thousands of children, families and community groups, providing a safe, imaginative and educational environment inspired by a

Home-Start North Glasgow volunteers Health and Wellbeing Champion award

That this House commends the volunteers of Home-Start North Glasgow for receiving the Glasgow Times Community Champions Health and Wellbeing Award; notes that Home-Start Glasgow North integrates midwifery, perinatal mental health and third sector organisations together; acknowledges the key role of

Wilma Mather Senior Champion award

That this House congratulates Wilma Mather for being awarded the Glasgow Times Community Champions Senior Champion Award for fostering community spirit in Summerston; acknowledges Wilma’s commitment to community work since moving to Summerston in 1975; notes Wilma’s tireless work volunteering with s

Ella Hayes Little Champion award

That this House congratulates Ella Hayes for being awarded the Glasgow Times Community Champions Little Champion Award; notes that the Shakespeare Street Youth Club is the oldest youth club in Scotland, and supports young people to engage in play, sport and days out; recognises that she has been an

Lambhill Stables Green Champion award

That this House commends Lambhill Stables in receiving the Glasgow Times Community Champions Green Award; notes that Lambhill Stables is a community hub offering a café, community garden, social groups and a forum to solve local issues; further commends Lambhill Stables for their commitment to the e

Online abuse

That this House notes the ever increasing toxic nature of many online exchanges, particularly in instances when topical issues are being shown on mainstream news bulletins and carried over into online platforms which often results in numerous poisoned, vicious, and vile assertions that have no basis

Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan

That this House welcomes the publication of the National Cancer Plan and its ambition to meet all cancer targets by 2029; notes with concern the lack of a comprehensive plan for radiotherapy; recognises that while references to Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy are positive, they fall far short of

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