Early Day Motions

BAA HEATHROW BOND SCHEME

That this House notes that when the Government announced its support for a third runway at Heathrow airport a commitment was given that BAA would bring forward a scheme to protect those families whose homes were blighted by the proposed runway; further notes with concern that, despite repeated promi

RESIDENTS AND DISABILITY PARKING SCHEMES

That this House notes the range of parking schemes for different individual circumstances, including residents' parking schemes, reserved places for people with disabilities and other parking restrictions; further notes that there remain difficulties who some schemes in preventing people from abusin

NEWCASTLE BROWN ALE

That this House is gravely concerned at the news of the impending closure of the Scottish and Newcastle brewery in Gateshead with the loss of over 60 jobs and the resultant damage to the local economy; notes that this decision will mean that Newcastle Brown Ale will no longer be brewed on Tyneside;

FREEDOM FROM FEAR CAMPAIGN

That this House congratulates the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (USDAW) on its groundbreaking Freedom from Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers; welcomes the Government's continued investment in policing and community safety, which ha

PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS IN ORISSA STATE

That this House condemns the violent persecution of Christians in Orissa State, India; and calls for the immediate ending of this religious persecution and for the Government to press the Indian authorities to ensure the safety and religious freedom of Christians throughout India to ensure that the

NATIONAL DECLARATIONS OF COMMITMENT TO ERADICATION OF HUNGER AND MALNUTRITION BY 2025

That this House expresses profound concern that for the first time in history, more than one billion people, or nearly one in every six people are hungry; is further concerned that undernutrition continues to cause the unnecessary deaths of 3.1 million children every year and that infant deaths in t

LONDON MUSCLE GROUP

That this House welcomes the launch of the London Muscle Group; notes that the new group will campaign to improve access to essential specialist care and support for patients living with muscle disease; further notes that the Group is led by local families and people affected by muscular dystrophy a

REALLOCATION OF MEMBERS' SEATING IN THE TERRACE (FORMERLY STRANGERS) CAFETERIA

That this House regrets the re-allocation of half of the hon. Members' seating in the Strangers' Cafeteria to non-Members; notes that no consultation of hon. Members took place prior to the decision; further notes that since the reduction there is often insufficient capacity for hon. Members and the

MAJOR TOM RONAGHAN TD

That this House pays tribute to Major Tom Ronaghan who is retiring after a military career spanning 47 years; notes that Major Ronaghan joined the Infantry Junior Leaders in 1962 before being posted to the Kings Own Border Regiment in 1964, retiring from the Regular Army in 1989 and then embarking u

RUGBY WORLD CUP AND RUGBY IN THE OLYMPICS

That this House welcomes the decision to award the 2015 Rugby World Cup, the world's third largest sporting event, to the Rugby Football Union; notes the wide appeal of rugby union as the fastest growing team sport in England and its general appeal across the UK; recognises the positive impact the R

MANCHESTER AND THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY CONFERENCE

That this House thanks Greater Manchester Police and all the conference, security, hotel and restaurant staff as well as all those who extended such a warm welcome to representatives attending the Conservative Party conference in Manchester, 4-8 October 2009; notes that their courtesy and profession

LONDON DECLARATION ON MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH IN THE UK

That this House supports the London Declaration of 14 October 2009 on mental health research in the UK, which highlights that mental ill health is a leading cause of suffering, economic loss, social problems and death in the UK; points out that only proper investment in mental health research will b

CITY BONUSES (No. 2)

That this House recalls that every year since 2005 a number of hon. Members have supported early day motions calling upon the Government to take action against the obscene level of City bonuses; notes with concern recent reports that this year's City Christmas bonuses are forecast to total at least

DEPORTATION TO IRAQ

That this House is alarmed at reports that over the last week, detainees in various immigration detention centres have been given removal directions that state they will be removed to Iraq and that the first deportation charter flight to southern Iraq was expected to leave on 14 October 2009; is con

CLIMATE CHANGE

That this House believes that climate change poses a serious threat to all; welcomes the Prime Minister's pledge to lead the UK delegation to Copenhagen this December; acknowledges the urgent need for a fair, ambitious and binding agreement there; notes that industrialised countries are most respons

BRITISH MOTOR SPORT CHAMPION FROM NORTHERN IRELAND

That this House notes the outstanding achievement of Colin Turkington in winning the British Touring Car Championship; further notes that the final race at Brands Hatch was closely contested among three drivers; warmly congratulates Mr Turkington on a magnificent victory; and wishes him every succes

DON'T WRITE ME OFF CAMPAIGN

That this House recognises that eighty per cent. of people with autism on incapacity benefit want to work yet only 15 per cent. are currently in full time work; acknowledges that one third are without access to either benefits or work; further recognises that the system is failing people with autism

BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN WEAR IT PINK 2009

That this House recognises that over 45,500 women and around 300 men in the United Kingdom will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009; endorses Breast Cancer Campaign's Wear It Pink on 30 October 2009; notes the importance of the event in promoting awareness of breast cancer among the general publ

FUNDING FOR LEEDS ARENA

That this House condemns the Government's decision to refuse the funding bid for the Leeds Arena; considers that an arena in Leeds would be of enormous economic and social benefit to the City of Leeds; regrets the fact that there is no large central concert venue in Leeds; recognises the need for a

KERRIE WOOLTORTON AND THE MENTAL CAPACITY ACT

That this House records with deep regret the tragic death of Kerrie Wooltorton, who attempted suicide by swallowing anti-freeze and handed a letter to hospital staff stating that she did not want to be saved; notes the great distress of her parents who informed doctors that she was suffering from a

MEDICAL AND FOOD SUPPLIES TO GAZA

That this House condemns the continued illegal blockade of Palestinian Gaza territory by Israel; notes that the blockade causes immense pain and suffering to Palestinians in Gaza; is further concerned that medical and food supplies are not allowed into Gaza by the Israeli forces; further notes that

PRESIDENT OBAMA AND 2009 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE

That this House warmly welcomes the award of the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize to President Obama; recalls his historic speech at Hradcany Square in Prague on 5 April 2009 when he announced to acclamation that `as the only nuclear power to have used a nuclear weapon, the United States has a moral responsib

VISIBILITY OF HEAVY GOODS VEHICLES

That this House very much regrets the Government's decision to postpone making retro-reflective markings mandatory on all newly registered heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) until 2011; is dismayed that this announcement was made just 24 days before the measure was due to come into force; is concerned that

RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP 2013 (No. 2)

That this House welcomes the decision that the 2013 Rugby League World Cup will be played in the UK; notes the wide appeal of the sport both in the United Kingdom and elsewhere; recognises the positive impact such an event will have on participation levels, spectator numbers and the UK economy; and

ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

That this House recognises the outstanding 200 year history of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and its consistent promotion of excellence in gardening and horticulture; further recognises that the Society's charitable purpose is the `encouragement and improvement of the science, art and practi