Sir Lindsay Hoyle

That this House recognises that 2010 marks 70 years since one of the most iconic episodes in British military history and one of the most important in Royal Air Force history, the Battle of Britain; wishes to honour all the brave aircrews who fought the battle and those who gave

18 Jan 2010

That this House commends the eight Lancashire firefighters who have deployed to Haiti to support the rescue mission following the devastating earthquake; notes that the team has helped rescue two people from collapsed buildings and continues to make valuable contributions to the

18 Jan 2010

That this House is concerned by the growing illegal practice of trapping and eating songbirds in Cyprus; notes that thousands of birds migrating in search of warmer climates face being lured, killed and sold to restaurants as part of an illegal multi-million pound industry; belie

12 Jan 2010

That this House acknowledges and takes pride in the annual tradition of laying a wreath at the Cenotaph in Whitehall on Remembrance Sunday in recognition of the contribution made by members of Her Majesty's armed services from each of the British Overseas Territories; believes th

11 Jan 2010

That this House recognises the courageous work and immeasurable sacrifices made by all members of the UK armed forces serving around the world this festive season; acknowledges how hard this time of year is for troops' families and friends; and wishes all service personnel at hom

15 Dec 2009

That this House notes with concern the Human Rights Watch report that attributes up to 11,000 deaths to the hands of Brazilian police since 2003; urges the Brazilian federal government to challenge state governments about the figures and to question the power the police have to i

15 Dec 2009

That this House commends the joint Home Office and Age Concern campaign to help older people take measures to feel secure at home this winter; and welcomes the free advice leaflet available through Age Concern offering advice on how to beat bogus callers, deter thieves and, most

15 Dec 2009

That this House shows its support and gratitude to the emergency services around the UK at Christmas; acknowledges the vital and often life saving services provided by the police, ambulance services and fire brigades all year round, and notes particularly their hard work and dedi

15 Dec 2009

That this House acknowledges the excellent service provided by W B Gurney and Sons since 1813 as Official Shorthand Writers to the Houses of Parliament; is concerned that splitting of the Select Committee contract into different tranches may result in poorer quality transcripts a

15 Dec 2009

That this House notes with concern the large number of Christians who are suppressed from practising their beliefs in countries such as China and India; recognises that as Christmas approaches, Christians around the world wish to celebrate the birth of Christ and promote the virt

10 Dec 2009