Sir Lindsay Hoyle

That this House notes the continuing distress caused to residents, and in particular pets, by fireworks; recognises that while the sale of fireworks has been restricted through the Fireworks Act 2003 to New Year and a three week period around Bonfire Night the number of people us

23 Oct 2006

That this House notes that one in seven of the heaviest lorries on UK roads now come from overseas; recognises that these vehicles contribute nothing towards the costs they impose in terms of road wear and air quality, which in turn gives them an unfair competitive advantage over

19 Oct 2006

That this House objects to the decision taken by the Icelandic government to resume commercial hunting of whales; notes that Icelandic ships will take nine fin whales, an endangered species, and 30 minke whales each year; recognises that Iceland committed themselves to end commer

18 Oct 2006

That this House notes with concern the number of sharks which are being hunted in the Pacific Ocean; further notes that sharks are being pushed to the verge of extinction while illegal fishing companies are making a lucrative business out of hunting sharks and selling their fins

17 Oct 2006

That this House notes the plight of many dairy farmers who currently receive in the region of 17 pence per litre for the milk they produce; recognises that the future of dairy farming is not sustainable with such prices; further notes the increase in milk being imported, particul

17 Oct 2006

That this House congratulates the Rugby Football League for hosting the 2006 Grand Final which attracted a record attendance of 72,500; further congratulates St Helens on securing the Super League title with a 26-4 victory over Hull FC; pays tribute to all the teams involved in t

17 Oct 2006

That this House notes the National Federation of Subpostmasters lobby of Parliament on 18th October; recognises the essential role played by the 14,500 subpostmasters in the UK with post offices offering a range of 170 different services and products attracting 28 million custome

16 Oct 2006

That this House notes that 2006 marks the 100th anniversary of the first year of the Northern Rugby Football League, the inaugural competition which was established following the meeting on 29th August 1895 at the George Hotel in Huddersfield where 21 clubs voted unanimously to b

11 Oct 2006

That this House recognises the excellent service provided by Chorley and South Ribble Open Mind Group looking after those with severe mental disability; recognises that the Open Mind Centre has moved from providing a couple of afternoon sessions at its centre through to the profe

19 Jul 2006

That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying dairy products to consumers; recognises the high quality dairy products which are supplied by local farmers and the benefits which dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expres

19 Jul 2006