Early Day Motions

Defence Investment Plan

That this House expresses deep concern at the publication of the Defence Investment Plan (DIP), which is nearly a year delayed and delivers a fundamentally unambitious funding package for the nation's security; notes that the £15 billion in new military spending falls significantly short of the sum

International Court of Justice's July 2024 Advisory Opinion on the Occupied Palestinian Territories

That this House acknowledges the second anniversary of the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on 19 July 2024, which noted that Israel’s continuing presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) is unlawful; regrets the Government's continuing and unjustifiable failure to pro

Military housing

That this House expresses deep concern over the substandard living conditions endured by service personnel and their families; believes that all military accommodation should be legally included under the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) to ensure that service men and women and their families are guarant

Local Housing Allowance rates

That this House notes with concern that across the country, fewer than 2% of advertised private rented homes are affordable based on Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates; recognises that this has become significantly worse due the LHA freeze since April 2024 with research by Crisis and Zoopla suggest

Retirement of Godfrey Asare and Margaret Labulo from the Members' Tea Room

That this House pays tribute to Godfrey Asare and Margaret Labulo, General Assistants in the Members' Tea Room, on the occasion of their retirement from the service of Parliament; recognises their many years of dedicated and loyal service to this House and its Members and staff who have relied upon

Prohibiting Members of Parliament from having paid second jobs

That this House welcomes the presentation of the Members of Parliament (Prohibition of Second Jobs) (Motion) Bill as a positive contribution to the debate on ending paid second jobs for MPs; notes with concern that MPs have reportedly received more than £11 million in outside earnings since the last

Torbay RNLI 160th anniversary

That this House celebrates the 160th anniversary of Torbay RNLI, established in 1866 in the aftermath of the devastating Great Storm of January that year; notes that during one night of exceptional violence around 60 ships were wrecked in and around Torbay and more than 70 sailors lost their lives,

20th anniversary of Shine Harrogate

That this House congratulates Shine in celebration of its 20th anniversary; recognises the remarkable achievement of one of Harrogate’s local businesses, established in 2005, retailing jewellery, gifts and accessories; acknowledges the business' unwavering commitment to serving customers across Harr

Russian sanctions

That this House condemns the ongoing, unprovoked, and illegal aggression of the Russian Federation both at home and across Europe; notes with grave concern the increasing hostility by Russian naval vessels and aircraft across northern European waters, including within the British Channel and the Nor

Keele Business School, Higher Education Provider of the Year at the Midlands Education Awards 2026

That this House congratulates Keele Business School, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on being named Higher Education Provider of the Year at the Midlands Education Awards 2026; commends the School's commitment to inspiring and developing future leaders through the highest quality teaching and research, and

Newcastle-under-Lyme and the 70th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award

That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award; recognises the scheme's outstanding contribution to the personal development of millions of young people in Newcastle-under-Lyme, across the UK and around the world; commends the vision of His late Royal Highness Princ

Madeley Carnival 2026

That this House celebrates the successful Madeley Carnival 2026, held in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme on 11 July 2026; congratulates the organisers, volunteers, committee members at the Madeley Centre and members of Madeley Parish Council for their tireless work in planning and delivering a safe, s

Work of the Dove Service in Newcastle-under-Lyme

That this House recognises the valuable work of the Dove Service in providing bereavement and loss support to individuals, families and children across Newcastle-under-Lyme and North Staffordshire; commends the dedication of its staff and volunteers in offering counselling, support groups and specia

WOW travel tracker and Ysgol Llanfawr

That this House congratulates pupils at Ysgol Llanfawr in Ynys Môn for reaching the top of a national leaderboard celebrating children who are making strides to walk or wheel to school; notes that WOW, the walk to school challenge from charity Living Streets Cymru, sees pupils record how they get to

Legacy League 2026 fundraising for Newbury Cancer Care

That this House congratulates the organisers of the Legacy League charity football tournament, Andrew Downing and Ashley Stockwell, on raising an outstanding £15,274.99 for Newbury Cancer Care; praises the generosity and endurance of around 90 players, volunteers, sponsors, local businesses and supp

Merchant Navy Day

That this House recognises 3 September as Merchant Navy Day, established to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present; notes the historic and continuing dedication of merchant seafarers, and their supportive families residing in Eastleigh; celebrate

Proposed Scottish Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame

That this House welcomes the proposal by ScotsRock to establish Scotland's first dedicated Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame to honour the country's outstanding musical history and support the next generation of talent; celebrates Scotland's extraordinary, world-class contribution to global music and its l

Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing, Cupar

That this House congratulates Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing of Cupar, North East Fife, on securing four nominations in the prestigious 2026 Salon Awards; notes that the salon has been shortlisted in the categories of Best Salon, Best Colour Salon, Creative Image of the Year, and Stylist of the Year; re

Retford Town Hall

That this House congratulates Eddie Matthews on his retirement as caretaker of Retford Town Hall; thanks him for his many years of dedicated service and for the care, professionalism and warm welcome he has shown to everyone using the building; recognises the important contribution he has made to th

25 years of Glasgow ANSAR

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of Glasgow ANSAR, a local community group deep-rooted in inclusion and respect; highlights the crucial work they do across Glasgow in creating opportunities through sports, arts and community, allowing many marginalised groups a place of comfort and sa

10 years since the start of Edinburgh’s 20mph scheme

That this House celebrates 10 years since the City of Edinburgh Council began implementing its 20mph speed limit scheme under the Leadership of Councillor Lesley Hinds; notes that the programme, initiated in 2016, was one of the first city-wide speed-reduction initiatives in the UK and has since bec

Closure of High Borrans Outdoor Education Centre

That this House regrets the decision by North Tyneside Council to close High Borrans Outdoor Education Centre in Windermere in November 2026; notes that High Borrans has provided vital outdoor learning experiences for thousands of children and young people living in urban and disadvantaged areas sin

Chichester Priory Park Cricket Club, 175th anniversary

That this House congratulates Chichester Priory Park Cricket Club on celebrating its 175th anniversary, tracing its origins back to the first recorded match played in Priory Park on 7 August 1851; recognises the club's historic role in English cricket, including former member Arthur Hobgen's role in

Essential energy guarantee

That this House recognises that access to affordable energy is a basic necessity and that no household should face a choice between heating their home and meeting other essential needs; notes that households continue to face significant financial pressure from energy bills following continued volati

Hedgehog Rescue

That this House commends the vital work of Hedgehog Rescue, which treats, rehabilitates and cares for over 300 hedgehogs a year in South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Bath, Somerset and Bristol, including orphaned young that must be hand reared before release; recognises the tireless dedication of the