Early Day Motions

Margaret Birse and Niaroo Maternity Hospital, Malawi

That this House recognises the remarkable generosity of Margaret Birse, of Arbroath, who ran the Niaroo guest house for many years and, following her death in April 2022, left over £650,000 to the Dalitso Project; notes that this gift is now funding the construction of the Niaroo Maternity Hospital

Free speech and the use of armed police

That this House expresses its deep concern at the arrest of writer Graham Linehan by armed police officers at Heathrow Airport on allegations relating to online speech; notes with alarm that such disproportionate action risks undermining free expression in the United Kingdom; believes that police re

Asylum funding for local authorities

That this House recognises that asylum policy at UK level has a direct impact on local authorities and communities and on the level of support they are able to offer asylum seekers; further recognises the importance of ensuring that appropriate levels of funding are made available by central Governm

Journalist Sherwan Sherwani

That this House expresses its extreme concern that on 19 August 2025 journalist Sherwan Sherwani was sentenced to another four years and six months in prison for allegedly threatening a prison officer; notes that on 16 February 2021 the Erbil Criminal Court sentenced Sherwan Sherwani and four others

INtuition

That this House congratulates INtuition for serving the communities around Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme and Heald Green for ten years; and celebrates their dedicated team and wishes them all the best as they open the Cheadle Hulme branch to provide even more support and guidance for those going through th

Nuneaton Round Table

That this House recognises the commendable charity work of Nuneaton Round Table, who have made £13,000 worth of charitable grants to over 23 local causes this year, including Ambleside Sports Club, Nuneaton Food Bank, Doorway, Nuneaton Carnival Committee, Harry's Pals, Nuneaton North Scout Group, Bu

Eating disorders and online harms

That this House recognises the devastating rise in eating disorders, fuelled in part by harmful content on social media platforms promoting extreme dieting, idealised thinness, and punishing workouts; further notes the alarming findings of the Dump the Scales campaign’s recent survey and evidence pr

40mph default speed limit on country lanes

That this House notes with concern that rural roads account for around 60% of all road fatalities in the UK, with an average of three people killed every day on country lanes; recognises that the current national speed limit of 60mph on single carriageway unlit country roads is often unsafe given th

Judith Hammond

That this House congratulates Judith Hammond, who recently cycled 400 miles for charity at the age of 82; celebrates her raising over £6000 for Medical Aid for Palestine, youth projects in Tubas and The Connection; commends her for achieving this whilst injured; and recognises the determination and

300th anniversary of Shankill Parish Church, Lurgan

That this House celebrates the 300th anniversary of Shankill Parish Church, Lurgan, in 2025; notes that since the original parish church, Christ Church, opened in 1725, Shankill has stood as a landmark in the very heart of the town, its spire a constant presence on the skyline and its life and witne

Childhood Cancer Month and childhood cancer support reform

That this House marks Childhood Cancer Month and expresses its solidarity with the children and families across the UK facing the devastating reality of a childhood cancer diagnosis; pays heartfelt tribute to the courage and advocacy of families who, in the midst of grief and hardship, continue to c

Cockermouth Old Courthouse

That this House expresses grave concern over the condition of the historic Old Courthouse building in Cockermouth; notes that the building, purchased by Mr Samiul Ahmed in 2022, was allowed to collapse into the River Cocker in 2023 and remains unrestored; further notes that Mr Ahmed has failed to de

Scottish Takeaway Awards 2025

That this House congratulates The Wee Chippy in Anstruther on being named Fish n’ Chips Takeaway of the Year at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2025; recognises this achievement as a testament to the business’s commitment to quality, service, and its strong reputation as a favourite for locals and visi

Kompassion Kombucha

That this House congratulates Kompassion Kombucha, based in Elgin, for receiving two prestigious awards at the Great Taste Awards 2025, widely known as the Oscars of the food world, for their sarsaparilla root and lavender kombucha; notes that these awards are part of the world’s largest and most tr

Ben Russell Salon

That this House congratulates Ben Russell Salon in Ilminster for winning the Muddy Stilettos’ 2025 Award for the Best Salon in Somerset, Bristol and Dorset; notes the award is set to celebrate independent lifestyle businesses across the UK; celebrates the award as a recognition of Ben’s outstanding

Awdah Hathaleen

That this House condemns the killing of Palestinian teacher and activist Awdah Hathaleen, who was shot dead on 28 July 2025 by Israeli settler Yinon Levi in the village of Umm al-Khair; deplores the release of his killer despite clear video evidence proving that he is the murderer; further condemns

Tom Dunlop's UK racecourse charity cycle

That this House congratulates Tom Dunlop, from Lambourn in Berkshire, who recently began his journey to cycle over 2,600 miles around the UK visiting 60 racecourses as part of a charity challenge; recognises the hard work of Tom who started the ride at Newton Abbot racecourse in Devon aiming to rais

The Castle School’s World of Work celebration

That this House congratulates The Castle School in Newbury on the success of its annual World of Work (WOW) celebration, which brings together local employers and the wider community to support young people with additional needs; commends the school for its outstanding commitment to providing specia

Motor neurone disease

That this House recognises the significant challenges faced by people living with motor neurone disease and other long-term health conditions; notes the importance of timely diagnosis, personalised care, and access to emerging treatments; encourages the provision of a named GP for individuals with l

Prostate screening in Hampshire

That this House recognises the work of Fleet Lions Group, who, with sponsorship from Fleet Hospital and Community Friends, screened 400 men for prostate cancer on 9 August 2025; celebrates the efforts of local volunteers in promoting the health and well-being of the community in North East Hampshire

Crumbs Bakery

That this House congratulates Crumbs Bakery for opening their new family business in Longton; notes that they won the Longton Exchange's Win a Shop Competition which grants them one year of free rent, and Longton Exchange's impressive improvement over the past year; and congratulates Charlotte Blund

Bengrys the Bakers world's largest cream tea party

That this House congratulates Bengrys the Bakers for their work in delivering the world's largest cream tea party in celebration of Stoke-on-Trent’s centenary; notes that Bengrys are a family-run business that have been operating in Stoke-on-Trent for five generations; and celebrates their work with

Award to Barry Fraser

That this House congratulates Barry Fraser, Site Manager at Barratt Homes’ Findrassie development in Elgin, on winning a National House Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job Quality Award; recognises that these awards are among the most prestigious accolades in the UK homebuilding industry and ar

Glasgow 850 celebrates Sir Billy Connolly

That this House notes that, as part of Glasgow’s 850th anniversary celebrations, the Big Yin Weekend will be held to celebrate the life and legacy of Sir Billy Connolly; understands that on the 6 and 7 of September various events will be held across the city in honour of the comedian including a com

Celebrating Northern Ireland Bands and Drum Majors at the World Championships 2025

That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland Branch bands and drum majors on their remarkable achievements at the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (RSPBA) World Championships 2025; recognises the dedication and talent of all who competed, which placed the Branch firmly on the world stage;