Early Day Motions

GOVERNANCE AND REGULATION OF PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL

That this House recognises that professional football has become a major part of the modern way of life for millions of people; further recognises that its future has ramifications for individuals, communities and the nation; is aware that the state of the premier league and the professional game is

REFORM OF THE VOTING SYSTEM

That this House believes that any referendum consulting the people of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on changes to the electoral system in respect of the Westminster Parliament should include a wide variety of choice, including the single transferable vote, and not a restrictive choic

CONDUCT OF THE PRIME MINISTER

That this House notes the response given to the question on local bus services from the hon. Member for Birmingham, Yardley by the Prime Minister on 3 February 2010, Official Report, column 298, that `I am sure I should call an emergency Cabinet meeting to look into the situation involving the No. 4

EXTENSION OF THE SMOKING BAN

That this House is concerned over the Secretary of State for Health's review of the current smoking ban legislation and its possible extension to include beer gardens, outside pubs and designated smoking areas; notes that pubs, bars and other similar venues have already had to make considerable alte

ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION AND SOS DAY 2010

That this House commends the life-saving work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) crews in coastal communities around the UK; recognises that this work would not be possible without the selfless generosity of 40,000 volunteers who offer their time freely; notes that 2009 was one of the

BBC AND DISABILITY GROUPS

That this House notes that over the years there have been numerous complaints by hon. Members regarding the persistent bias of the BBC on matters relating to euthanasia and other life issues and on the manner in which the BBC have misused public funds to promote changes in the law; further notes the

ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY

That this House applauds the work of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) and the dedication and bravery of its personnel, who provide such invaluable support to the Royal Navy often in war zones around the globe; is extremely concerned that the future of the RFA is under threat due to the proposal to sc

POWYS SCHOOLS

That this House notes the forthcoming consultation on the future of secondary school and sixth form provision in Powys; and calls on the officers and councillors of Powys County Council to seek a strategic solution which preserves the outstanding contribution of the existing schools and sixth forms

MOBILE TELEPHONE MASTS

That this House recognises the high level of concern in many communities regarding the planning of mobile telephone masts; believes that the current planning system is inadequate; and calls on the Government to bring all mobile telephone mast proposals under strict planning control, to include exten

ITV AIRTIME SALES AND CONTRACT RIGHTS RENEWAL

That this House notes with concern the provisional decision of the Competition Commission that the 2003 remedy, Contract Rights Renewal (CRR), applying to ITV1 airtime sales should remain largely unchanged; believes that the explosion of competition in media markets since 2003 now renders the restri

MOR GABRIEL MONASTERY

That this House whilst recognising that religious freedom is enjoyed by citizens of Turkey nevertheless expresses its concern at the impending threat to the future of Mor Gabriel Monastery as a result of court cases threatening to take away all or most of its lands; notes that Mor Gabriel Monastery

END OF LIFE ASSISTANCE

That this House supports the provisions of the End of Life Assistance (Scotland) Bill introduced in the Scottish Parliament by Margo MacDonald MSP.

SMARTER TRAVEL CHOICES INITIATIVES

That this House notes the success of Smarter Choices initiatives in providing transport advice and information resulting in significant reductions in car trips and increased use of low carbon transport modes including buses, car sharing, cycling and walking; further notes the success of the Departme

RAIL FRANCHISING AND INTEGRATED TRANSPORT AUTHORITIES

That this House supports the principle that decisions on local transport issues are best decided locally; notes the intent of the Local Transport Act 2008 further to devolve transport decision-making via the Passenger Transport Executives (PTEs) and Integrated Transport Authorities (ITAs); commends

LOW GLUCOSE LEVELS IN TYPE 2 DIABETES SUFFERERS

That this House commends research undertaken by Cardiff University into the dangers of letting blood glucose levels drop too low in type 2 diabetes sufferers; notes the health problems associated with letting blood glucose go too high or too low; further notes that it is essential that even levels o

MOSQUITO DEVICE AT TEIGNMOUTH STATION

That this House congratulates South Devon Liberal Youth's campaign against the ultrasonic Mosquito device at Teignmouth station which has led to Network Rail cutting the use of the device during the morning rush hour; believes however that Network Rail's response is inadequate and that the Mosquito

ULTRASONIC MOSQUITO DEVICES

That this House notes the growing use of ultrasonic Mosquito devices; agrees with the Children's Commissioner, Sir Alan Aynsley-Green, that these are ultrasonic weapons designed to stop young people gathering, which are a powerful symbol of a deep malaise in British society and its views towards chi

RENT A ROOM TAX RELIEF

That this House calls for an increase in the rent a room tax relief threshold which was last increased in April 1997 from £3,250 a year to £4,250 a year so as to release extra housing capital in difficult economic times and to reduce the planning pressures for much-needed housing development.

BEREAVEMENT BENEFITS

That this House recognises that bereavement benefits are paid to those who are obliged to cope with singular difficulties at an emotional time; notes that receipt of such benefits can debar an individual from access to mortgage support; and urges the Government to reconsider this policy.

RIGHT HON. TONY BLAIR'S EVIDENCE TO THE CHILCOT INQUIRY

That this House notes former Prime Minister right hon. Tony Blair's comments about Iran during his evidence to the inquiry into the war on Iraq; considers them deeply unhelpful and an astonishing breach of the inquiry's remit; expresses regret that Sir John Chilcot felt unable to intervene during Mr

90th ANNIVERSARY OF FIRST WOMAN HON. MEMBER

leave out from `Commons;' and insert, `further celebrates the 50th anniversary of the election on 8 October 1959 of Margaret Thatcher, who became the first woman Prime Minister of the United Kingdom;'.

90th ANNIVERSARY OF FIRST WOMAN HON. MEMBER

leave out from `succeeded her as' and insert, `followed their example in becoming'.

AUSTRALIA DAY

leave out from `nations' to end.

FURNISHED HOLIDAY LETTINGS

leave out from `District' to `wholly' in line 6 and add `, Yorkshire Dales and Scotland, and are'.

REPATRIATION CEREMONIES

leave out from `in which the Prime Minister leads this House's' and insert `the people of Wootton Bassett lead the nation's'.