Sir Lindsay Hoyle

That this House notes that in 2004 Gibraltar will be celebrating 300 years as a British Overseas Territory; notes the loyalty of Gibraltar's citizens to the British crown, particularly during times of war, and the essential role Gibraltar has played and continues to play in provi

9 Jan 2002

That this House expresses its outrage at the whale hunting carried out by Japanese ships in the Antarctic's Southern Ocean; notes that the Southern Ocean is recognised as a no-go zone for hunters and that whaling is still banned under international law; recognises that the Japane

19 Dec 2001

That this House notes that a large proportion of pensioners are dependant on public transport; realises that many pensioners are on low incomes and transport costs amount to a significant amount of their spending, even though they are entitled to free passes for concessionary tra

18 Dec 2001

That this House congratulates both the English Rugby Union team and Great Britain Rugby League team on their victories against their Australian counterparts; notes that Great Britain's defeat of the Australians marked their first loss for 12 matches and will significantly heighte

12 Nov 2001

That this House notes with concern the current dispute between the Professional Footballers Association and the Premier League over the share of television revenue; understands and shares the concerns of the PFA given that they would see a major reduction in revenue leading to a

29 Oct 2001

That this House notes the poor conditions in which retired Gurkha soldiers are treated with pension levels much lower compared to British ex-servicemen who served alongside them; recognises the high regard in which the Gurkhas are held and the skill and bravery which they have di

22 Oct 2001

That this House notes with concern the lack of suitable telephones for those who are hard of hearing or deaf at rail and bus stations throughout the country; believes that people with hearing disabilities should not be excluded from an everyday service at rail and bus stations wh

16 Oct 2001

That this House congratulates the Australian Rugby League for reversing its decision to cancel the 2001 tour to Great Britain; notes that the Australian Rugby League has listened to the views of Rugby League fans across the world and realised the benefits that the tour will bring

16 Oct 2001

That this House notes with concern the reluctance of the Australian National Rugby League body to ensure that the tour to Great Britain by the Australian Rugby League national team takes place as scheduled; notes that a number of the members of the Australian team have expressed

15 Oct 2001

That this House notes with concern the statement made by Japanese Fisheries Minister Maseyuku Komatsu in relation to using overseas aid to influence other countries in the Caribbean and South Pacific to support their commercial whaling proposals; believes this is an abuse of much

18 Jul 2001