Early Day Motions

National debt

That this House notes with alarm the report by the Office for National Statistics that public sector net debt rose to 94.5 per cent of GDP in October 2025; and calls on the Government to urgently produce a report on how it intends to return the level of public sector net debt to the pre-financial cr

Freezing tax thresholds

That this House notes with concern reports by the Taxpayers' Alliance that the freeze on Income Tax and National Insurance thresholds, if extended to 2029-30, will result in those on a median income paying £2,310 more in taxes compared to if thresholds had not been frozen in 2021-22 and if the secon

Gold awards for Nonsuch Park in South & South East in Bloom 2025

That this House congratulates Nonsuch Park on winning both the Heritage Park of the Year and Large Conservation Area gold awards in the 2025 South & South East in Bloom Awards; notes that the site, once home to King Henry VIII’s Nonsuch Palace begun in 1538, now serves as a vital country park of anc

Escalating human rights violations in Balochistan

That this House is alarmed by the recent reports of escalating human rights violations in Balochistan including reports of the drone strike in Zehri, District Khuzdar, on 5 October 2025 in which six civilians, including four children, were killed; is concerned by the reports of enforced disappearanc

Marjorie Bahhaj

That this House wishes to place on record its gratitude to Marjorie Bahhaj for devoting her life to the service of others both as a caring and professional midwife and as a campaigner for the human rights, safety and security of people the world over but in particular the Palestinian families in Gaz

Repression following the Iran-Israel war

That this House condemns the new and brutal wave of widespread repression that the Iranian Islamic Republic has initiated following the 12-day Iran-Israel war; is alarmed that the regime has intensified arrests, executions and escalated the systemic violence used to suppress social and political opp

Newbury Racecourse and the Racecourse Association Showcase Awards

That this House congratulates Newbury Racecourse on being crowned Champion Groundstaff Team for 2025 and winning the Racing Post Readers’ Award at the 14th annual RCA showcase awards; recognises that these honours reflect the dedication and excellence of the Newbury Racecourse team; notes that Briti

Surrey Youth Focus

That this House expresses regret at the announcement that Surrey Youth Focus will close at the end of 2025; recognises their important work since 2011, bringing charities, children’s and youth organisations, and the public sector together and supporting them to improve the lives of children, young p

Borestane Explorers’ participation in UK Parliament Week and the Scout Manifesto

That this House congratulates Borestane Explorers on their enthusiastic participation in UK Parliament Week, recognising their commitment to civic engagement and democratic education; notes that they used the event to promote the Scout Manifesto, particularly the focus on volunteering, community ser

50th anniversary of Centra Store Cloughey

That this House celebrates 50 years of the Centra Store in Cloughey, which is run by Conor and Dean Watson, who have a long history of community retailing; notes that the brothers own two Centra stores down the Ards Peninsula in the constituency and have been supporting the business from their teena

International Day of People with Disabilities

That this House recognises the importance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on 3 December 2025; notes the significant contribution that disabled people make to society across this nation and that that many disabled people still face barriers to employment and health;

Hook-a-Duck Bakery in Galgate, Lancashire

That this House congratulates Galgate resident and Ellel Parish Councillor Jasmine Peach on the opening of her new pop-up business, The Hook-a-Duck Bakery, in the Galgate Community Rooms; recognises Jasmine’s exceptional talent as a baker, reflected in her prize-winning cakes at the annual Galgate G

Magic Lantern Cinema in Tywyn, BIFA Award 2025

That this House congratulates the Magic Lantern Cinema in Tywyn on being named Cinema of the Year at the British Independent Film Awards 2025; notes that this accolade recognises the Magic Lantern’s exceptional contribution to independent film and its role as a vital cultural hub for the local commu

Gaelic and Scots recognised as official languages

That this House welcomes the commencement of the Scottish Languages Act 2025 on St Andrew’s Day, which formally recognises Gaelic and Scots as official languages of Scotland; notes that the Act introduces new measures to strengthen language education, expand qualifications available in Gaelic, and s

Treatment of the Darlington nurses

That this House notes with deep concern the reported treatment of the Darlington nurses, who raised safeguarding and dignity concerns about being required to share female changing facilities with a biologically male colleague and were allegedly dismissed, sidelined, and later referred to regulators

Occupational Therapist Week

That this House recognises Occupational Therapy Week 2025, celebrating the vital contribution of occupational therapists across the UK; notes that occupational therapists take a holistic approach, considering the mental, physical and environmental factors that enable people to live independently and

Whitkirk Brownies and Rainbows

That this House congratulates Whitkirk Brownies and Rainbows on their success and wonderful contribution to the local community since the new Brownies group was set up a year ago and the new Rainbows group was set up two years ago; commends Heather, Sarah, Nicola, Diane, Jenny, Catherine and all the

Sewage discharge in the Severn and Avon

That this House notes the ongoing sewage discharge into the Rivers Avon and Severn; expresses alarm at data showing 2024 recorded the highest ever number of hours of sewage released into local waterways that feed into the Avon; recognises the need for increased development to be matched by investmen

Football Supporters’ Association’s Stop Exploiting Loyalty campaign

That this House expresses support for the Football Supporters’ Association’s Stop Exploiting Loyalty campaign which seeks to stop ticket price rises in the top-flight of English football by way of a two-year price halt for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons; congratulates the 115 supporter organisation

Independent Office for Police Conduct findings on Norman Bettison

That this House notes the findings of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) investigations relating to Sir Norman Bettison and the circumstances surrounding his application for the post of Chief Constable of Merseyside in 1998; further notes the IOPC view that had Sir Norman Bettison stil

140th anniversary of the North West of Ireland Football Association

That this House notes that the North West of Ireland Football Association of Ireland celebrates its 140th anniversary, having been founded in 1885; acknowledges the long standing contributions that so many volunteers have put in to make the Association as successful as it has been; and expresses the

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Edinburgh’s participation in UK Parliament Week and promoting debate on single-use plastics in fast food

That this House congratulates Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Edinburgh for its active participation in UK Parliament Week, recognising its commitment to fostering democratic engagement and civic responsibility; notes that the group used this opportunity to debate the environmental impact of single-use plas

10,000th Robotic Procedure at Royal Surrey County Hospital

That this House congratulates the Royal Surrey County Hospital on completing its 10,000th robotic procedure since the technology was first introduced at the hospital in 2009; recognises the significance of this major milestone in terms of supporting thousands of patients undergoing cancer surgery, i

Rural Fuel Duty Relief Scheme

That this House recognises the high cost of transport faced by those in the most rural areas; asserts the importance of the Rural Fuel Duty Relief Scheme which provides support to remote communities in Scotland, Cumbria, Northumberland, North Yorkshire, on Exmoor and the Isles of Scilly, via a 5ppl

Welfare benefits for foreign nationals

That this House notes with deep concern the escalating cost of the UK welfare system, including widespread evidence that the current framework allows non-UK nationals to access taxpayer-funded benefits on an industrial scale despite having made little or no contribution to the Exchequer; further not