Early Day Motions

International sport and alleged United States violations of international law

That this House expresses concern over the escalation of United States actions against Venezuela, including the use of military force, the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro, and ongoing military strikes in Venezuelan territory; notes that these actions are a direct intervention in the internal

Situation in Iran

That this House expresses its strong support for the people of Iran, and their courage and resolve in their ongoing struggle against all forms of dictatorships of the past and present and for freedom, human rights, and a democratic republic, where people of Iran have the opportunity to elect their o

Challenges in the family justice system

That this House regrets the ongoing failures that continue to permeate the family justice system; acknowledges the debilitating effects that family breakdowns have upon parents and children, as well as the complexities and difficulties in fairly mediating disputes over custody; notes the profound im

Novar Drive Espresso Bar

That this House congratulates the team at Novar Drive Espresso Bar for raising £3,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity; recognises that the coffee shop in Hyndland, Glasgow West, opened for a few hours on Christmas Day, and instead of taking payments for purchases, asked customers to make a d

Parliamentary screening of The Removed and historic forced adoptions

That this House welcomes the screening of The Removed, a film that sheds light on the pain and suffering caused by historic forced adoptions in the UK, illustrating the harrowing experiences of unmarried mothers who had their babies taken from them during the 1950s to the late 1980s; notes the injus

75 years of Mebyon Kernow

That this House celebrates 75 years of Mebyon Kernow (Sons of Cornwall), the Cornish political party campaigning to win greater self-government for Cornwall through their own legislative Parliament; notes that the historic nation of Cornwall, with its own distinct identity, language and heritage, ha

US military attack on Venezuela

That this House condemns in the strongest terms the military aggression ordered by Donald Trump against Venezuela on Saturday 3 January, which involved widespread aerial bombardment, loss of life and the kidnapping of Venezuela’s President; notes that this action constitutes a flagrant violation of

Cancellation of May 2026 Local Elections

That this House regrets the Government’s decision to invite local councils to cancel anticipated elections; notes with deep concern the impact this will have on the public’s faith in Government; expresses further deep concern that Parliament learned of this proposal through media reports rather than

Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School

That this House celebrates the outstanding achievements of Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School in Blackburn, West Lothian; congratulates the school which has been named the best primary school in Scotland by The Sunday Times Primary School League Table 2025; commends the innovative methods used to eq

St Mirren Football Club

That this House congratulates Saint Mirren Football Club on winning the Premier Sports Cup, securing their second League Cup victory, a great achievement for the community based club, the management and the team.

Passing of Callum McVeigh

That this House expresses its deep regret at the passing of Callum McVeigh, from Derryboy, County Down, aged 23, who died in a tragic accident on Christmas Eve; notes his business acumen and success in coordinating operations at McVeighs Contracts Traffic Management; acknowledges his achievements as

Seventy years of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

That this House recognises that 2026 will mark the 70th anniversary year of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award; notes with appreciation the thinking and contribution of the founder of the Awards, His late Royal Highness Prince Philip who once said, there is more in you than you might think; acknowledges

Newcastle-under-Lyme Christmas Card Competition 2025

That this House notes the launch of the Newcastle-under-Lyme Christmas Card Competition 2025 in October by the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme; thanks all pupils from across Newcastle-under-Lyme who took part and sent in their submissions, with so many thoughtful and creative designs; appreciat

North Staffordshire Pensioners’ Convention 35th anniversary

That this House celebrates, with residents from across north Staffordshire, the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the North Staffordshire Pensioners’ Convention; recognises the excellent work the convention has done for more than three decades to serve its members, provide support, advocacy a

First anniversary of the closure of Walleys Quarry landfill site in Newcastle-under-Lyme

That this House acknowledges the first anniversary, on Thursday 28 November 2025, of the Closure Notice being issued to the operators of Walleys Quarry landfill site in Newcastle-under-Lyme; welcomes the 365 days, and counting, of relief felt by all those who live, learn and work in Newcastle-under-

50th anniversary of Kingsmills Massacre

That this House notes that 5 January marks the 50th anniversary of the Kingsmills Massacre in which 10 Protestant workmen were ordered off their work minibus, lined up and shot dead by the IRA in a brutal sectarian attack; regrets that, as with so many terrorist murders, no one has been brought to j

Refurbishment and re-opening of historic Coleraine building

That this House notes the significant private sector investment in the former property of the Coleraine Chronicle and Northern Constitution newspapers on Railway Road in Coleraine, Co. Londonderry which has resulted in the property which dates back to 1898, now becoming a thriving business hub in th

Business rates revaluation

That this House notes that businesses will see their rateable values recalculated as part of the business rates revaluation; expresses serious concern that the resulting increases in bills for many companies risk placing unsustainable pressure on high streets, town centres and small businesses, part

Gender apartheid

That this House notes the omission of the crime against humanity of gender apartheid from the current Draft Articles on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes Against Humanity; further notes that gender apartheid has long been recognised by the international community, including by the UN Secretary Gen

The Gatehouse in Oxford

That this House recognises the vital work which The Gatehouse charity in Oxford does to help those living in poverty and experiencing homelessness; celebrates the amazing contribution which The Gatehouse and its volunteers have made to the thousands of people who have used their services over the pa

Bank holiday for celebrations if England win the 2026 FIFA World Cup

That this House notes that the final of the 2026 World Cup will be played on Sunday 19 July 2026; recognises that a World Cup victory by England would be a rare national moment likely to bring together families, neighbours and communities across the country, including through local celebrations in t

Wemyss Ware wins Best Heritage Pottery Company

That this House congratulates Wemyss Ware on winning the Best Heritage Pottery Company at the Scottish Enterprise Awards 2025; notes that Wemyss Ware is a highly collectable and sought-after pottery; celebrates that the pottery has been produced by Griselda Hill and her team at her Pottery in Ceres

Winifred Maduko Ambassador of the Year Award

That this House congratulates Winifred Maduko, PhD student at University of St Andrews and Youth Ambassador for The ONE Campaign, on receiving the Ambassador of the Year Award at The ONE Campaign’s End of Year wrap up; recognises the incredible work Winifred does as an ambassador and her outstanding

In memory of Andrew Arbuckle MBE

That this House notes with great sadness the death of Andrew Arbuckle MBE, former Scottish Liberal Democrat Member of the Scottish Parliament for Mid Scotland and Fife, who passed away peacefully on Christmas Day at the age of 81; recognises his long and distinguished career as a journalist, includi

Incident in Switzerland

That this House notes with deep regret the tragic fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland on New Year’s Eve 2025, in which at least 40 people lost their lives and many more were injured; recognises the need for careful fire safety measures in public venues and adequate staff t