Early Day Motions

Anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street

That this House marks the 89th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street when on 4 October 1936, Oswald Mosley and members of the British Union of Fascists were blocked from marching through East London by the Jewish community, trade unionists, socialists and others; recognises the continuing import

Dyslexia Awareness Week

That this House celebrates dyslexia awareness week from 6 tob10 October 2025; notes that the theme of this year’s dyslexia awareness week is raise the volume, focusing on the voices of young people with dyslexia and their stories, challenges, and successes; notes with concern that too many dyslexic

Leeds Stand Up To Racism’s event

That this House congratulates Leeds Stand Up To Racism for organising a vibrant and inspiring 3,000 strong, women-led anti-racist event in Leeds City Centre on Saturday 11 October backed by trade unions, trades councils, political parties, student societies, community organisations and campaign grou

Castlemilk Youth Complex

That this House recognises the achievements of Castlemilk Youth Complex’s cycling programmes which make use of the fantastic facilities on Cathkin Braes; acknowledges the starring role of Castlemilk’s young people in Aimi Kenyon’s movie Urban Delights; and congratulates Castlemilk Youth Complex on e

65th Anniversary of St. Columbanus’ College

That this House congratulates St. Columbanus’ College, Bangor, on reaching its 65th anniversary; recognises the College’s outstanding contribution to education and the local community since its founding; pays tribute to the dedication of its past and present staff, pupils, and families who have help

10th Anniversary of Decorum Northern Ireland

That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of Decorum Northern Ireland, a social enterprise that has made a significant contribution to community wellbeing and cultural development across Northern Ireland since its founding in 2015; notes its work related to Operation Banner, providing space fo

Dentists in Hazel Grove constituency

That this House expresses deep concern over the crisis of NHS dentistry in Hazel Grove constituency; notes with alarm that a recent health survey of local residents found that 46.4 per cent were not registered with an NHS dentist, and 44 per cent had been forced to pay for private treatment because

50 Years of the Linlithgow Union Canal Society

That this House congratulates the Linlithgow Union Canal Society (LUCS) on its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of dedicated service to the restoration, preservation, and celebration of Scotland’s canal heritage; commends the efforts of LUCS to rally local support to revive the rundown Union C

Black Scottish Awards 2025

That this House congratulates the West Lothian African Women’s Network on winning the community organisation of the year at the Black Scottish Awards 2025; recognises the Network’s outstanding contribution to community cohesion, empowerment, and support for African and Black women across West Lothia

Service of Union for Bo’ness Parish Church

That this House congratulates the congregations of Bo’ness Old Kirk and St Andrew’s Parish Church on the occasion of their Service of Union; celebrates the joining together of both congregations to form the new Bo’ness Parish Church; thanks all who joined the service; celebrates the spirit of unity

Extinction of the slender-billed curlew

That this House notes with deep sadness the confirmed extinction of the Slender-Billed Curlew, the first recorded extinction of a mainland bird species from mainland Europe, North Africa and West Asia; acknowledges the likely causes of its decline, including the drainage of bog and wetland breeding

Chinook helicopter crash at Mull of Kintyre

That this House notes with deep concern the continued distress of the families of the 29 people who lost their lives in the RAF Chinook helicopter crash at the Mull of Kintyre on 2 June 1994, including 25 personnel from MI5, the Royal Ulster Constabulary, and the British Army; further notes that the

Men Matter Scotland

That this House commends Men Matter Scotland on their work providing a positive support network for men across Scotland; understands that the charity, based in Drumchapel in Glasgow West, aims to improve men’s quality of life, expand and enrich men’s connections, and supports men with a range of men

Pavement parking consultation response

That this House regrets the failure of successive Governments to respond in full to the consultation entitled Pavement parking: options for change, which closed on 22 November 2020, despite widespread evidence of the dangers caused by pavement parking and overwhelming public support for reform; note

The Chilterns National Landscape boundary review

That this House notes with concern the decision to cancel the Chilterns Boundary Review; acknowledges the Government’s commitments to biodiversity, landscape protection and access to nature; recognises that Protected Landscapes, National Parks and National Landscapes, are critical in delivering thos

Arts for Recovery in the Community in Stockport

That this House congratulates Arc (Arts for Recovery in the Community) on its 30th anniversary this year and commends the charity for its outstanding work leading arts and mental health work in Stockport; recognises Arc’s vital role in promoting wellbeing and recovery from mental ill-health through

Emma Kennedy

That this House congratulates Emma Kennedy, Nurse Manager at Hilary Cottage Surgery in Fairford, on being awarded the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse by The Queen’s Nursing Institute; recognises her 19 years of dedicated service at Hilary Cottage Surgery, where she manages an amazing team of nurs

Police front counters in London

That this House recognises the invaluable provision of police front counters in London, whether they are located in purpose-built police stations or in multi-use shared spaces such as community centres, libraries, and supermarkets; acknowledges that police accessibility and the provision to report c

80 years of the Moomins

That this House celebrates the 80th anniversary of the first Moomin book, The Moomins and the Great Flood, written by Tove Jansson in 1945; notes that the story, written during the Second World War, reflects the experience of families seeking safety and belonging, themes which remain relevant today;

Yemen

That this House expresses deep concern at the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Yemen, which has caused immense suffering to millions of people; notes the central role of the United Nations in mediating peace efforts in Yemen and urges the UN to intensify and accelerate its facilitation of

Masala Inn, winner of best of London curry house 2025

That this House congratulates Masala Inn in Bexleyheath on being named the best of London curry house at the 14th English Curry Awards 2025; acknowledges the hard work and dedication of the owners and staff in providing the constituents of Bexleyheath and Crayford, and beyond, with excellent food an

90th anniversary of Hart Memorial Primary School

That this House congratulates Hart Memorial Primary School in Portadown on celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2025; notes that the school first opened its doors on 2 October 1935, following the amalgamation of several smaller local schools on Charles Street, and has since provided nine decades of s

80th anniversary of Seagoe Church Girls’ Brigade

That this House congratulates Seagoe Church Girls’ Brigade on the occasion of its 80th anniversary, 1945–2025; notes that over the past eight decades the brigade has provided friendship, guidance, and opportunities for hundreds of young girls in Portadown and the wider area; recognises the invaluabl

University of St Andrews and Guardian University Guide 2026

That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on being ranked the top university in Scotland and second in the UK, behind only Oxford, in The Guardian University Guide 2026; notes that St Andrews is one of six Scottish institutions placed in the UK’s top 30; further notes the outstandin

Leasehold reform (No. 2)

That this House is deeply concerned by the Government’s significant delays to leasehold reform legislation and the implications for leaseholders who live still in unsafe buildings; regrets that the previous Government failed to protect leaseholders from dangerous cladding or abolish residential leas