Early Day Motions

ENQUIRY INTO GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WITH LIBYA 2001 TO 2010

That this House notes with serious concern reports about the last administration's relations with Colonel Gaddafi's regime, which became too close, especially in the area of the security services, major business agreements, and our universities; further notes in particular that relations became too

BT PHONE BOOKS AND THE LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS

That this House is astonished that the cover of the new BT London Central phone book, featuring the logos of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, has the slogan Backing Britain for Generations under its own logo; observes that the phone book is printed in Spain; recalls with disapproval tha

RELIGIOUS LIBERTY IN PUBLIC LIFE

leave out from `welcomes' to end and add `notes the decision of the Equality and Human Rights Commission to intervene in support of four cases involving discrimination against Christians that are presently with the European Court of Human Rights; is concerned that two of these cases involve discrimi

RECOGNITION OF JOHN MCGUINESS

That this House notes the contribution John McGuiness has made to motorcycle racing; further notes that he has received a number of local awards but never been honoured nationally; believes that Mr McGuiness should receive an award in the next honours list; and calls on the Main Honours Advisory Com

COASTAL COMMUNITIES FUND

That this House notes that HM Treasury has written to hon. Members explaining the details ofthe new Coastal Communities Fund; further notes that this fund will see over 23 million invested in coastal communities; believes that this fund provides a lifeline to important projects such as the Morecambe

CURRENCY ACCEPTED ON THE EUROSTAR

That this House notes that the Eurostar has dropped its proposal to stop accepting pounds onits services; further notes that this was due to outrage expressed by British customers; believes that in a time of instability across Europe having an independent currency is beneficial to both Britain and t

SCRAP METAL THEFT

That this House notes with concern the increasing prevalence of scrap metal theft; denounces the recent desecration of the Civilian War Memorial in Portsmouth's Kingston Cemetery and theft of its plaques for sale; calls on the Government to introduce regulations on the buying of scrap metal includin

PROPOSED WELSH LANGUAGE SCHOOL: YSGOL GYMRAEG GWYNFOR

That this House notes that next year will be the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Gwynfor Evans of Barry, who was voted the fourth most important Welsh hero of the last millennium in a National Assembly of Wales poll; further notes that Gwynfor was a Christian and a pacifist who campaigned peac

DEATHS FROM METHADONE ABUSE

That this House deeply regrets the loss of four young lives to methadone abuse in recent months in Gateshead; notes that this has occurred thanks to a loophole identified by the police which allows registered users who don't take the drug at the point of prescription to sell on some of their prescri

CASUAL WORKERS' RIGHTS

That this House is troubled at the lack of protection for casual workers in the United Kingdom; notes with disappointment that at present casual workers can have their shifts cut short with no prior notice; acknowledges that temporary agency workers can often be amongst the most vulnerable in the Un

BRISTOL AND WEST BANK AND THE IRISH GOVERNMENT

That this House notes the recent offer of the Bank of Ireland to purchase the erstwhile Bristol and West Permanent Interest Bearing Shares; thanks the Bank for recognising the retail nature of this security and making an offer which is optional; further notes with concern that the Bank is indicating

PALESTINIAN MEMBERSHIP OF THE UNITED NATIONS

That this House recalls the target set by President Obama last year of welcoming `a new member of the United Nations - an independent sovereign state of Palestine' by September 2011, a target also endorsed by the EU and the Quartet; notes that the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, United Nati

PRIVATE FINANCE INITIATIVE AND TAX AVOIDANCE

That this House notes the concerns expressed in reports made by both the Public Accounts Committee and the Treasury Select Committee regardingevidence of tax avoidance being practised by companies who successfully bid for Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts and then move their assets overseas

CAMPAIGN TO SAVE THE IRISH POST NEWSPAPER

That this House expresses its concern at the sudden decision of the Cork-based Thomas Crosbie Holdings to close the longest running, largest circulation community weekly newspaper for the Irish in the UK; notes the belief of former staff and management that viable alternatives to closure are availab

VODKA REVOLUTION, WILMSLOW ROAD, MANCHESTER AND PAYMENT OF BAR STAFF

That this House notes that those in Fallowfield applying for bar staff posts at Vodka Revolution, Wilmslow Road are required to work for a full day for no pay under the practice of trying out and are promised that they will be paid if appointed, then are not appointed; believes this practice to be u

WALSALL SAMARITANS 24:7 EVENT

That this House recognises the vital service provided by the Samaritans, which makes available confidential, 24-hour emotional support to everyone, every day of the year; congratulates Walsall Samaritans on their successful awareness day event at Walsall New Art Gallery on23 July 2011, during which

LANCASHIRE POLICE SUPPORT FOR THE METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

That this House notes that the Chief Constable of Lancashire Police recently sent 76 constables and a commander to assist in the policing of London following the recent disturbances; and thanks those brave officers for their service to the Crown.

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION APPLICATION TO THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS

That this House welcomes the application by the Equality and Human Rights Commission to intervene in four cases at the European Court of Human Rights which involve alleged religious discrimination in the workplace; notes the Commission's concern that UK and European Courts have created a body of con

WORLD VETERINARY YEAR 2011

That this House notes that 2011 is World Veterinary Year, marking the 250th anniversary of the establishment of the world's first veterinary school; recognises the key role of veterinarians in a changing world where issues of public health, animal health and welfare and global food security are incr

CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL SCHOOL TRANSPORT POLICY

That this House notes with grave concern the plans put forward by Cumbria County Council to change the transport policy for prospective students planning to attend sixth form or further education colleges that exceed the statutory walking distance; further notes that the Council has specifically sta

ACTIONS IN RESPONSE TO RIOTS

That this House notes that work-shy thugs are attacking the homes and businesses of ordinary hardworking Britons; further notes that these people cannot be allowed to succeed; believes that bullies only ever respond to strength; and further believes that it is right to encourage the police to use wa

LOW PAID WORKERS IN WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL AREA

That this House deplores the decision of Westminster City Council to change its parking policy in a way that will penalise low paid workers who work in Westminster City Council area, such as cleaners who undertake their work after 7pm or during the weekend, and asks the City Council to reconsider it

BLIND DAVE HEELEY'S TOP2TOE CHALLENGE

That this House sends its best wishes to West Bromwich marathon runner Blind Dave Heeley as he starts out on his latest endurance challenge to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support on its centenary anniversary; notes that Dave Heeley will cover 1,000 miles, including 10 marathons and 750 miles of

HOMELESSNESS AND SQUATTING

That this House notes research by Crisis showing that 39 per cent. of single homeless people have squatted; acknowledges that conditions in squats are often horrendous; further notes that homeless people who squat are among the most vulnerable in society, with 37 per cent. having mental health probl

GREAT BRITAIN STUDENT RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM

That this House congratulates the Great Britain Student Rugby League team on their historic test series win in Australia; recognises that it is the first time this has been achieved in Australia and is the first series win over Australian students since 2000; applauds the work of all the players, co