Sir Lindsay Hoyle

That this House condemns the Japanese government for its proposals to increase the scale of its whaling in the name of science; notes that the Japanese have forwarded plans to the International Whaling Commission which would involve research vessels taking more than 1,000 whales

27 Jun 2005

That this House recognises the diversity of the UK's 14 overseas territories spread throughout the globe; respects the varied cultures, history and people of the overseas territories and the loyalty to the United Kingdom expressed by governments and their people over many years;

15 Jun 2005

That this House notes that St George's Day is celebrated on 23rd April; recognises that while St George's Day is widely celebrated across England it is not a national holiday; believes that if St George's Day were made a national holiday people would be able to enjoy and reflect

14 Jun 2005

That this House expresses its disappointment at the decision taken by Marconi to reduce its workforce at its Chorley site; notes that in the region of 100 employees are being made redundant to take advantage of cheaper labour in China; condemns the lack of commitment to a loyal a

15 Mar 2005

That this House notes the advantages to pensioners in Wales, London and many cities and metropolitan districts throughout England who enjoy free public transport and bus travel; recognises that many elderly people are totally dependent on public transport and that the costs of th

8 Mar 2005

That this House notes that the Royal Gibraltar Police Force is due to celebrate its 175th anniversary this year; recognises that the Royal Gibraltar Police Force is the second oldest UK police force, formed only nine months after the Metropolitan Police Force; pays tribute to all

23 Feb 2005

That this House condemns the Chinese Government over its treatment of Tibet and for a regime of religious intolerance within the People's Republic of China; notes that China is due to host the 2008 Olympic Games; recognises that the Olympic Games look to promote peace, tolerance

18 Jan 2005

That this House notes with concern the report by the World Wildlife Fund which found that key species in the United Kingdom seas are under serious threat with 13 of the 16 species and habitats investigated in decline, including reefs and salt marshes; further notes that the blame

18 Jan 2005

That this House notes the vital role played by carers throughout the UK; recognises that much of the work performed by an estimated six million carers goes unnoticed with only minimal financial support; welcomes the package of measures included in the National Strategy for Carers

18 Jan 2005

That this House notes with concern the excessive rates of interest charged on store cards; recognises that rates can be up to 30 times higher than credit cards and do not reflect low interest rates which currently exist; further notes the study by the Office of Fair Trading, publ

12 Jan 2005