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Published – Monday 14 September 2026

Early Day Motions tabled on Friday 11 September 2026

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New EDMs

79640th anniversary of Follifoot Park Disabled Riders Group

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Tom Gordon

That this House congratulates Follifoot Park Disabled Riders Group on reaching its 40th anniversary; recognises the vital contribution the group has made since its foundation in 1986 to providing disabled children and adults in Harrogate and the wider area with opportunities to enjoy horse riding; celebrates the confidence, independence and wellbeing that accessible riding can provide; pays tribute to the founders, including local rider Rosie Towers, and to the generations of riders, families, volunteers, supporters and sponsors who have sustained the group over four decades; notes that around 150 volunteers now support hundreds of riders each year; commends the longstanding partnership between Follifoot Park Disabled Riders Group and Follifoot Park Riding Centre; and wishes the group every success for its 40th anniversary celebrations and many years of continued service to the local community.

797Stem cell transplant policy

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Sorcha Eastwood

That this House notes that NHS England's current policy denies a second allogeneic stem cell transplant to blood cancer patients who relapse within 12 months of their first; further notes that this policy was introduced in 2017 and has not kept pace with advances in transplant medicine; expresses concern that patients who could benefit from a second transplant are left to fund treatment costing over £100,000 privately, meaning access depends on a patient's ability to fundraise rather than clinical need; commends Anthony Nolan, DKMS UK and Leukaemia UK for their joint campaign in raising awareness of this issue and giving a voice to those affected; welcomes the independent evidence review commissioned by NHS England into the case for a second allogeneic transplant; calls on the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to ensure NHS England completes this review without delay and updates its policy so that transplant decisions are made by clinicians on the basis of individual clinical circumstances rather than a blanket time limit; and further calls on the Government to work with the devolved administrations in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales to ensure that any change in policy leads to equitable access to second stem cell transplants for patients across the whole of the UK.

798Celebrating the great British postie

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Mr Will Forster

That this House recognises and celebrates the invaluable contribution made by postal workers across the United Kingdom, whose dedication, reliability and commitment help bind communities together in every corner of the country; pays tribute to the many postmen and postwomen who go beyond the duties of their role by providing a familiar, reassuring and friendly presence for residents, particularly older and vulnerable people; notes the exceptional service of postman Paul Pettengall, who served the residents of Dartnell Park, West Byfleet, for approximately 25 years and earned the trust, affection and gratitude of the community he served; further notes the strength of feeling demonstrated by local residents following his reassignment to another delivery round; acknowledges the petition and representations made by residents who wish to see his return; calls on Royal Mail to return Paul to serving Dartnell Park; and also notes this long-serving postal worker’s commitment strengthened community spirit in Dartnell Park, while the bond between him and the community exemplifies the very best of public service.

799Royal National Lifeboat Institution (No. 2)

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 2

Vikki Slade

Mohammad Yasin

That this House celebrates the outstanding work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), which for more than 200 years has stood ready to save lives at sea, regardless of who is in danger; recognises the thousands of RNLI volunteers who give their time, often at considerable personal risk, to respond to emergencies and bring people safely home, providing an essential service to the nation; further celebrates the RNLI’s unique place in the life of communities across the United Kingdom and Ireland, and particularly recognises the important contribution made by the organisation to the town of Poole, where its headquarters and the RNLI College are based; expresses its pride in the RNLI’s world-leading role in international drowning prevention and in providing water safety education and awareness campaigns; notes that the RNLI is an independent charity whose lifeboat crews work in partnership with HM Coastguard to respond to people in distress at sea and whose lifeguards patrol our beaches; condemns the recent abuse, threats, and misinformation directed towards brave RNLI volunteers and staffers; insists that the RNLI’s volunteers should be able to carry out their lifesaving work without political pressure, prejudice or fear for their own safety; and urges the Government and the public to continue their support for this vital organisation to guarantee their future as a national institution of which communities across the country can be proud and so that the RNLI team can continue to act with courage, compassion and without discrimination.

800Connor McElwaine's cycle from Clydebank to Canberra

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Douglas McAllister

That this House congratulates Connor McElwaine, a 34 year old former teacher from Clydebank, on completing an extraordinary 18,000 kilometre cycling journey from Canberra Avenue in Dalmuir to Canberra, Australia; notes that the remarkable expedition spanned nearly a year across 23 countries and involved climbing over 250,000 metres, the equivalent of ascending Mount Everest more than 12 times; praises his dedication to raising over £5,200 for Venture Scotland, a youth-led organisation delivering outdoor-based programmes to help young adults discover their self-worth and hope for the future; applauds the support of Connor’s family and the generosity of all those who contributed to the fundraising effort; and wishes Connor the very best as he embarks on his cycle home through New Zealand, the USA, and Europe, back to Clydebank.

801Second Reading of the Mental Capacity (Duty to Assess) Bill

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 3

Chris Coghlan

Hilary Benn

Sir Jeremy Hunt

That this House notes that on 8 July 2026 the Mental Capacity (Duty to Assess) Bill, also known as Christopher’s Law, was introduced with cross-party support; recognises that cases where the process for deciding on the presumption of capacity under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 was not correctly followed are associated with deaths, including 160 cases identified by King’s College London in 2023 alone; further notes that the Bill addresses critical gaps illustrated by the tragic death of Christopher Laskaris; acknowledges the legislation drafted by Alex Ruck Keene KC to introduce statutory duties to assess capacity where a person is reasonably understood to have an impairment or disturbance in the functioning of their mind or brain, or where a person properly interested in their circumstances has raised concerns; welcomes the Government’s commitment to review and reform the Mental Capacity Act; and calls on the Prime Minister and the Government to allocate Government time for the Bill’s Second Reading.

802UK firefighters attending the Terry Farrell Patriot Memorial Stair Climb

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Martin Wrigley

That this House recognises the contributions of the 236 UK firefighters from 48 UK fire and rescue services who are attending the Terry Farrell Patriot Day Memorial Stair Climb at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia; further recognises the more than 2000 steps they will climb to represent the 110 floors climbed at the World Trade Centre; congratulates them on the honour of each of them wearing a lanyard bearing a photograph and name of the 343 members of the NYC fire department who lost their lives that day; also recognises the honour of being chosen to lead the climb and carry the ceremonial steel from the structure of the World Trade Centre on the opening ceremony; and believes these firefighters deserve recognition for doing this important event.

803Passenger safety, security and accessibility on East West Rail

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 3

Cat Eccles

John McDonnell

Grahame Morris

That this House notes that Chiltern Trains was appointed the operator of the first phase of East West Rail; understands that despite concerns being raised by the RMT union about the impact on passenger safety, security and accessibility, Chiltern intends to operate these services via Driver Only Operation (DOO); is aware that on services operated via DOO, there is no guarantee of a second safety-critical person on board to undertake vital functions including passenger assistance and responding to incidents and emergencies; believes that recent incidents such as the multiple stabbing in Huntingdon and the Bedford train crash have bought to the fore the importance of all services having a safety-critical guard; further notes that in passenger watchdog Transport Focus’ recent rail customer survey, passengers’ safety and security on trains had risen to the second highest priority and that six in 10 passengers strongly agreed that the visible presence of uniformed staff on trains is very important; also notes that the RMT union is holding an industrial action ballot of its Chiltern Train Manager members as a result of the company's refusal to operate the East West Rail services with a safety-critical guard; recognises that Chiltern is coming into public ownership on 20 September 2026; and therefore calls on the Government to withdraw the proposals to run these services via DOO and instead provide a commitment that all East West Rail services will be operated with a second safety-critical guard.

804Support for retired service animals

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Martin Wrigley

That this House recognises the important work service animals do in the public service sector to enable emergency services to respond and solve key incidents; believes that these animals deserve support in old age after their careers; notes the many challenges these animals face after leaving active service including issues such as the financial burden of veterinary treatment for service-related injuries and age-related conditions, inconsistent support across different services and organisations, limited recognition of the work they do in active service and the limited support for the owners and handlers who take on the financial and emotional responsibility after retirement; further believes that these animals deserve long term sustainable solutions; further recognises the work that may charities and voluntary organisations do in this sector; and calls on the Government to give greater support to service animals in their retirement and to engage with said charity and voluntary organisations.

805Stewarton Annick Ladies Football Club in the Scottish FA Cup

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Lillian Jones

That this House congratulates Stewarton Annick Ladies Football Club on reaching the Scottish FA Cup and participating in the club's first ever match in the competition; recognises this as a significant achievement for the players, coaching staff and volunteers whose dedication and commitment made this milestone possible; commends the remarkable fundraising efforts undertaken by the club and the outstanding support provided by local businesses, the wider Stewarton community and Loganair, which enabled the team to travel to Shetland for this historic fixture; notes that the club represented Stewarton with pride and demonstrated the positive impact of grassroots women's football in bringing communities together; further recognises the contribution of Simon McNamara and colleagues at Loganair for their assistance in supporting the team's participation; and wishes Stewarton Annick Ladies every success in the future as they continue to inspire participation and achievement in women's sport across Ayrshire and beyond.

806Accountability and child safeguarding in Surrey County Council

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Mr Will Forster

That this House condemns Surrey County Council for not being open and transparent regarding its Children's Services cases; and notes that following repeated failures of the County Council’s Children’s Services, the local authority is unable and unwilling to learn lessons about their previous failures which fundamentally undermine public confidence in their continued and future ability to safeguard children.

807Wyke Farms at the 2026 Global Cheese Awards

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 1

Sarah Dyke

That this House congratulates Wyke Farms, the UK’s largest independent cheese producer, based in Bruton, Somerset, on being named British and Irish Supreme Champion at the 2026 Global Cheese Awards, held at the Frome Agricultural & Cheese Show, for its Ivy's Reserve Vintage Cheddar; notes that Wyke Farms also received recognition for its Extra Mature Cheddar at the same awards; recognises the exceptional standard of entries at this year's competition; commends the skill and dedication of the Wyke Farms' team in producing award-winning cheese from milk sourced within a 50-mile radius; applauds Wyke Farms' contribution to Somerset's food and farming sector as pioneers of sustainable farming and a carbon-neutral cheddar producer; and urges the Government to invest more in circular food production models that retains value in their region, supports farmers and reduces environmental impact.

Added Names

Below are EDMs tabled in the last two weeks to which names have been added. Only the first 6 names and any new names are included.

668Treatment of security staff employed at the National Gallery

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 16

John McDonnell

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Andy McDonald

Ian Byrne

Apsana Begum

Nadia Whittome

That this House is deeply concerned that the National Gallery’s security staff, of whom the vast majority are from minority ethnic backgrounds, are being unfairly treated compared to the mainly white staff employed directly by the National Gallery; notes that directly employed staff enjoy a six-star staff hub with bright and airy recreation rooms for their breaks, while outsourced guards employed by CIS Security are forced to use a windowless unventilated basement storage area; regrets the effect of creating a two-tier workforce where BAME staff are literally kept hidden away among broken furniture, dirty walls and continuing rodent problems; recognises that both the National Gallery and CIS Security are London Living Wage employers and that when they gained accreditation, the National Gallery backdated the uplift for six months, while CIS Security did not; and joins the PCS union in calling on the gallery to ensure its security staff receive equal treatment to the directly employed staff, be given access to the staff hub, receive back pay on the same line as the National Gallery staff they work alongside, and to receive the uplift at the same time of year, rather than waiting six months each year.

705National strategy for fertility

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 20

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Adam Dance

Peter Lamb

Vikki Slade

That this House notes with concern that there is currently no national strategy for fertility in England; further notes that a number of Integrated Care Boards, including Kent and Medway ICB and Sussex ICB, have reduced the number of NHS-funded IVF cycles available to eligible patients from three to one; also notes the declining fertility rate in the United Kingdom; notes that one in seven couples experience difficulty conceiving; recognises that infertility is a medical condition and that fertility problems can have a significant impact on mental health and wellbeing; and calls on the Government to introduce a national fertility strategy to end the postcode lottery in access to fertility treatment and ensure fair and consistent access to NHS-funded fertility services across England.

708Deaths of PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 46

Andy McDonald

Luke Myer

Mr Jonathan Brash

Emma Lewell

Mary Glindon

Ian Lavery

That this House expresses its immense sadness at the deaths of PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough, two brave and dedicated Cleveland Police officers, who died in the line of duty on 22 August 2026; further expresses its sorrow for the heart-breaking loss felt by their families and by their colleagues in Cleveland Police; notes with admiration the work of frontline Cleveland Police officers, Police and Community Support Officers and all Cleveland Police staff in carrying on their duties in protecting and serving the Cleveland community despite their pain and grief; further notes with thanks the support for Cleveland Police provided by officers and staff from Durham, Northumbria and North Yorkshire Police; thanks Chief Constable Victoria Fuller and Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Storey for their exemplary leadership at this difficult time; welcomes the support of Cleveland Fire Brigade and North East Ambulance Trust and Great North Air Ambulance personnel in responding to the incident; also notes with pride the response and solidarity of the people of Teesside and their heartfelt expressions of sorrow and for their incredible generosity and that of people from across the entire country in the generous donations to the Cleveland Police Federation fundraising initiative for the police officers’ families; and resolves that this House will remember the two officers.

732E1 settlement project and international law

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 13

Manuela Perteghella

Wera Hobhouse

Dr Roz Savage

Vikki Slade

Mr Lee Dillon

Mr Will Forster

That this House notes with deep concern the advancement of the E1 settlement project in the occupied West Bank; believes that continued settlement expansion undermines the prospects for a negotiated two-state solution; reaffirms that Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories are considered illegal under international law; further notes ongoing humanitarian suffering in Gaza, restrictions on the delivery of aid, and reports of violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank; welcomes diplomatic efforts aimed at securing peace, security and dignity for both Israelis and Palestinians; and recognises that the United Kingdom has responsibilities under international law and should ensure that its policies are consistent with those obligations.

743Modern Service Framework for neurological conditions

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 10

Shockat Adam

Vikki Slade

Jim Shannon

Adrian Ramsay

Hannah Spencer

Siân Berry

That this House recognises that neurological conditions affect 1 in 6 people in the UK, are the leading cause of disability globally and cost the UK economy an estimated £96 billion every year; further recognises with regret that people with neurological conditions across the country face long waits for specialist care, significant variation in access to services, and avoidable hospital admissions caused by a lack of timely support; notes with concern the absence of neurological conditions in the Government’s first and second waves of Modern Service Frameworks; welcomes the report from the MS Society and Neurological Alliance entitled Neurological conditions: the case for a modern service framework that calls for the strategic focus necessary to transform neurological care; calls on the Government to commit to publishing a Modern Service Framework for Neurological Conditions to ensure better care, support and outcomes for patients; and further calls on the Government to adopt the ambitious, measurable and achievable goal of reducing avoidable emergency admissions for people with neurological conditions by 30% by 2035.

746Industrial action at V&A Museum

Tabled: 3/09/26 Signatories: 15

John McDonnell

Apsana Begum

Ian Byrne

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Andy McDonald

Kim Johnson

That this House supports members of the Public and Commercial Services union employed across the Victoria and Albert Museum who are taking strike action for improvements to pay, health and safety, and meaningful trade union engagement; recognises that trade unions have been negotiating the 2026-27 pay award since February, but that no acceptable agreement has been reached; calls on the V&A to become an accredited London Living Wage employer to maintain London Living Wage protection for the lowest paid staff and extend it to outsourced workers, to meet the union’s modest pay demand of 4 per cent for staff above the lowest band and for fairer compensation for bank holiday working; is concerned that Visitor Assistants at V&A Storehouse are not allowed to carry or drink from water bottles while in position, despite staff at other V&A sites being allowed to do so, and calls on the employer to meaningfully engage on this and other serious health and safety issues including the failure to adopt consistent heatwave protections across all sites and providing adequate seating for staff; and further calls on Victoria and Albert Enterprises to renegotiate recognition and facilities agreements so that union representatives can engage constructively with management and urges the museum’s director, Tristram Hunt, to meet with the unions to resolve the damaging dispute.

747Radiotherapy road map to improved cancer treatment plan

Tabled: 3/09/26 Signatories: 8

Grahame Morris

Luke Akehurst

Kim Johnson

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Brian Leishman

Apsana Begum

That this House welcomes the National Cancer Plan's commitment to restore the three cancer waiting time standards by March 2029 and end the postcode lottery in cancer treatment; notes with regret that the Plan sets no radiotherapy trajectory, milestone or accountable body to deliver that ambition; further notes that NHS data shows performance against the 62-day referral-to-treatment standard is lowest for radiotherapy of the three main modalities, and that improving it requires clinical expertise from across the country; also notes that commissioning now rests with Integrated Care Boards, that Freedom of Information requests in 2023 found around 70 per cent had no named radiotherapy lead, and that most contain only one or two centres, leaving a highly specialised, capital-intensive service without the scale, data or expertise it requires; observes that this fragmentation delays innovation, as shown by artificial intelligence auto-contouring funding not taken forward and by prostate stereotactic ablative radiotherapy, commissioned only in 2026 despite 2023 evidence, and that adaptive, molecular and other advanced radiotherapy risk the same fate; recalls that the original National Radiotherapy Advisory Group oversaw the national rollout of intensity-modulated radiotherapy and contributed to an estimated 2,500 lives saved a year, equivalent to 3,000 today; and calls on the Government to establish an independent, clinician-led National Radiotherapy Advisory Group and implementation group, including patient representation, empowered to set a national framework against which each Board publishes a radiotherapy action plan, and to place accountability for radiotherapy standards on a statutory footing through the NHS Modernisation Bill.

750Claudia Adolphus-Green

Tabled: 4/09/26 Signatories: 10

Mr Will Forster

Clive Jones

Jess Brown-Fuller

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

That this House pays tribute to Claudia Adolphus-Green, a 33-year-old from Byfleet, who has bravely faced a diagnosis of blood cancer on three occasions since 2024; notes that Ms Adolphus-Green was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma just weeks before her wedding in 2024, and despite her condition, choosing to take part in the Brooklands Parkrun while undergoing chemotherapy to raise awareness of blood cancer and encourage others to sign up as stem cell donors; welcomes the donor recruitment event organised in collaboration with blood cancer charity DKMS UK at Brooklands Community Park on Saturday 30 August, which gave runners and supporters the opportunity to register as potential stem cell donors; and calls on the Government and the public to support national efforts to grow the stem cell donor register.

751North Wales Police Mountain Rescue Support Team

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 5

Liz Saville Roberts

Jim Shannon

Ann Davies

Ben Lake

Llinos Medi

That this House commends North Wales Police on the creation of the first dedicated Police Mountain Rescue Support Team in England and Wales; recognises the unique challenges posed by the mountainous and rural landscapes of North Wales, which attract millions of visitors each year while also presenting demanding conditions for emergency responders; notes that the new team will work alongside established mountain rescue organisations and other emergency service partners to support incidents involving vulnerable individuals and situations where there is a risk of harm in difficult-to-access terrain; further notes that the North Wales Police Support Team comprises around 30 specially trained officers deployed across different shifts, ensuring operational coverage and availability when required; praises the officers who have volunteered to undertake this specialist role in addition to their existing duties; acknowledges the importance of effective partnership working in safeguarding residents and visitors alike; welcomes this innovative approach to enhancing public safety and emergency response capabilities; and congratulates Chief Constable Amanda Blakeman and all involved in developing a model that could provide a template for policing and rescue services across the United Kingdom.

757Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon UK Rugby Kitchen of the Year

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 5

Liz Saville Roberts

Jim Shannon

Ann Davies

Ben Lake

Llinos Medi

That this House congratulates Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon on being named UK Rugby Kitchen of the Year, an outstanding achievement in recognition of the dedication and community spirit demonstrated by the club's volunteers; pays particular tribute to Mr Keith Parry, who has led the club's kitchen for many years and has volunteered at the club for more than five decades; recognises the invaluable contribution of fellow volunteers, parents, supporters and all those who give their time to ensure that players and visitors are welcomed and fed each week; notes that the kitchen serves hundreds of young people and supporters every weekend, providing meals for youth teams and girls' rugby participants; further notes that the award was judged by a distinguished panel including renowned chefs and rugby figures and was ultimately selected by celebrated chef and former rugby player Pierre Koffmann; commends the club's commitment to fostering participation, inclusion and community wellbeing through sport; acknowledges the vital role played by volunteers in sustaining grassroots rugby across Wales; and wishes Clwb Rygbi Caernarfon continued success in the years ahead.

760Contribution of cinemas to local communities

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 9

Dr Peter Prinsley

Andrew George

Vikki Slade

Jim Shannon

Christine Jardine

Ann Davies

That this House recognises the important cultural, social and economic contribution of cinemas to communities across the UK; notes the success of National Cinema Weekend in encouraging people to enjoy films on the big screen; celebrates the role of cinemas in supporting town centres and bringing people together; further recognises the importance of accessible and autism-friendly screenings; commends organisations including Bury Film Group CIC for widening access to cinema; and encourages continued support for cinemas and community film initiatives across the country.

76250th Anniversary of the Grunwick Strike

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 27

Dawn Butler

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Iqbal Mohamed

Kim Johnson

Nadia Whittome

Margaret Mullane

That this House recognises and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Grunwick strike, a historic industrial dispute led by predominantly Asian women workers in Willesden, Brent; celebrates the courage and leadership of Jayaben Desai and the Grunwick women, who challenged poor working conditions after being denied union representation; recognises the solidarity of around 20,000 trade unionists and supporters who gathered outside the factory in July 1977; pays tribute to the work of the late Jack Dromey MP in ensuring the legacy of Grunwick was remembered and honoured; believes Grunwick demonstrated that the rights of migrant workers are inseparable from the rights of all workers and that an injustice to one is an injustice to all; notes that the women’s courage inspired generations of trade unionists from all backgrounds and transformed the labour movement; and calls on the Government to honour the legacy of Grunwick by continuing to promote dignity, equality and fairness at work for all.

767World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 17

Dr Danny Chambers

Freddie van Mierlo

Wera Hobhouse

Andrew George

Jess Brown-Fuller

Jim Shannon

That this House marks World Suicide Prevention Day; remembers all those who have lost their lives to suicide or who have lost a loved one to suicide; pays tribute to the tireless work of both national and community groups such as Winchester Youth Counselling which provides invaluable support for young people in need; urges the Government to commit to putting funding for mental health services on an equal footing for funding for physical health services; notes that despite mental health services account for 20% of NHS workload they receive a mere 8% of NHS funding; calls on the Government to heed Liberal Democrat calls for a mental health professional in every school; and further urges support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide as well as those suffering with poor mental health.

768Lord Lieutenancy of Surrey transition

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 6

Zöe Franklin

Jim Shannon

Mr Will Forster

Clive Jones

Sir Jeremy Hunt

Dr Al Pinkerton

That this House congratulates Mr Michael More-Molyneux CVO on the completion of eleven years of distinguished service as His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey, a role he has held since 2015; thanks him for his dedication to public service, his steadfast support for communities, voluntary organisations, businesses and civic institutions across the county, and his commitment to promoting Surrey and representing the Crown with dignity, integrity and distinction; recognises his leadership in celebrating and encouraging the contribution of individuals and organisations to county life; welcomes the appointment of Mrs Neelam Dharni Devesher MBE DL as the new Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey following her appointment by His Majesty The King; notes her longstanding record of public service, community leadership and commitment to inclusion, equality of opportunity and community cohesion across Surrey; and wishes both Michael More-Molyneux and Neelam Devesher every success for the future as Surrey marks this important transition in its civic life.

769Support for hospices

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 45

Steve Darling

Freddie van Mierlo

Wera Hobhouse

Jess Brown-Fuller

Andrew George

Neil Duncan-Jordan

That this House recognises the important work that hospices do for local communities across the United Kingdom, in particular in providing comfort and support to patients and families in end-of-life care; further recognises the work of staff and volunteers, who provide an integral service; notes that there is a postcode lottery around hospice care, where the funding and standard of care is not equal across the country; further notes that 70% of hospices believe they would need to cut services due to rising cost pressures; acknowledges that there are great disparities between funding across the country; calls on the Government to make sustainable hospice funding a priority and provide better funding for hospices by establishing strong multi-year NHS contracts and the full funding of specialist palliative care; and praises the cross-party working that has taken place so far, but calls on all parties to progress these talks further as a priority of the Government.

770Air Ambulance Week 2026

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 14

Pete Wishart

Andrew George

Jim Shannon

Dave Doogan

Adrian Ramsay

Hannah Spencer

That this House recognises Air Ambulance Week 2026, taking place from 7 to 13 September under the theme Every Mission Starts With You, highlighting the vital role of supporters, donors and fundraisers whose actions help power every lifesaving response; celebrates the UK’s 21 air ambulance charities, which collectively respond to an average of 137 missions every day, delivering specialist pre-hospital critical care across the UK; further recognises the vital contribution these services make in support of the NHS; and calls on the Government to support the sector by developing a national policy for safeguarded 24/7 on-site hospital helipad access.

774National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 14

Cat Eccles

Andrew George

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Jim Shannon

Ayoub Khan

Mr Will Forster

That this House recognises the National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers on 17 September, jointly led by Doctors in Distress and NHS Practitioner Health; honours the memory of all health and care workers who have died by suicide; acknowledges the profound contribution that health and care professionals make to society and the pressures many face in delivering care; notes with concern evidence that stigma surrounding mental ill health remains prevalent within the health and care workforce, creating barriers to seeking support; further notes Office for National Statistics data indicating that an average of four healthcare workers die by suicide each week; further recognises the impact of excessive workloads, long working hours, workplace pressures and moral injury on the wellbeing of health and care staff; commends the work of organisations such as Doctors in Distress and NHS Practitioner Health in providing support, advocacy and peer networks for professionals experiencing mental health difficulties; encourages the Government, NHS organisations, regulators and employers to promote a culture in which healthcare workers can seek support without fear of professional or personal consequences; supports efforts to raise awareness of the mental health services available to health and care professionals throughout the year; and calls on the Government to mark National Suicide Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers and reaffirm its commitment to protecting the health, wellbeing and mental health of the health and care workforce.

777Phoenix Rising charity status

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 4

Steve Darling

Jim Shannon

Gideon Amos

Clive Jones

That this House congratulates Phoenix Rising on their recent charity status, having been running for five years as a Community Interest Company; commends them on the work that they do in Torbay and surrounding areas in supporting women over 18 who suffer from domestic abuse and in post-relationship support as well; further congratulates them on their recent funding from the National Lottery, which has allowed them to employ two more permanent members of staff and is allowing them to expand their operation into other local areas such as South Hams; and celebrates their work in the local area training professionals in trauma-informed support.

779Baby Loss Awareness Week

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 14

Martin Rhodes

Dr Ellie Chowns

Adrian Ramsay

Hannah Spencer

Carla Denyer

Siân Berry

That this House recognises Baby Loss Awareness Week from 9 to 15 October and its importance in raising awareness of pregnancy and baby loss; acknowledges the profound and lasting impact that miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death and other forms of pregnancy and baby loss can have on parents and wider families; further recognises this year’s theme, Together We Care, and the powerful message that compassionate support for those affected by baby loss is a shared responsibility across families, communities, healthcare services, charities and wider society; commends the work of Baby Loss Retreat in providing a safe and compassionate environment for individuals and families affected by pregnancy and baby loss, offering them space to grieve, reflect and receive support; also recognises the dedication of volunteers, healthcare professionals, charities, support organisations and everyone who provides compassionate care to bereaved families; believes that no parent or family should have to face the grief of baby loss alone and that appropriate emotional, practical and bereavement support should be accessible to everyone who needs it; welcomes the opportunities provided by Baby Loss Awareness Week for people to speak openly about pregnancy and baby loss, helping to challenge stigma and break the silence that often surrounds bereavement; supports the Wave of Light candle ceremony, when families and communities come together to remember babies whose lives were sadly too short; and calls on Parliament and wider society to continue working together to improve awareness, understanding and support for everyone affected by pregnancy and baby loss.

780150th anniversary of the Cruelty to Animals Act 1876

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 13

Seamus Logan

Adrian Ramsay

Carla Denyer

Hannah Spencer

Siân Berry

Dr Ellie Chowns

That this House marks the 150th anniversary of the Cruelty to Animals Act 1876 gaining Royal Assent; notes that this was the first UK legislation to regulate animal experimentation; reaffirms its commitment to the prohibition of testing on animals for cosmetics and to the ultimate phase-out of all animal testing for all chemicals, ingredients in consumer products and medicines, as well as uses of animals in scientific experimentation; recognises the need to bring science into the 21st century and ensure that no tests on animals occur when alternative approaches exists; acknowledges the opportunities that exist in non-animal methods; and understands the possibilities for British scientists to become world-leaders in this field.

782Road fuel prices

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 11

Mr Lee Dillon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Andrew George

Wendy Chamberlain

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Brian Mathew

That this House notes with concern the persistently high and variable road fuel prices faced by drivers across the United Kingdom; further notes the Competition and Markets Authority findings that prices remain significantly above levels seen before the conflict in the Middle East, alongside passive pricing strategies by some retailers that have failed to promptly pass on reductions in wholesale prices to motorists; recognises that rural communities are particularly exposed to high fuel costs, where limited public transport alternatives and greater distances to travel leave households with little choice but to pay elevated prices at the pump; stresses that rural households continue to face wider and unrelenting cost-of-living pressures, including a 4% increase in the Ofgem energy price cap from October and rocketing fertiliser and red diesel prices for farmers after a summer of extreme weather; believes that additional targeted support must be provided to vulnerable consumers while fuel retailers continue to benefit from historically high margins; calls on the Government to introduce immediate relief by cutting fuel duty by 10p per litre and to strengthen enforcement to ensure that reductions in wholesale prices are fully and swiftly passed on to motorists; and urges the Government to expand the Rural Fuel Duty Relief Scheme to additional rural communities facing disproportionately high fuel costs.

783150th anniversary of St John's Church, Wimborne

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 5

Vikki Slade

Jess Brown-Fuller

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Gideon Amos

That this House celebrates the 150th year of St John’s Church in Wimborne; commends the role the Church has played and continues to play at the centre of its community through numerous events open to all; further commends the Church for the education offer they deliver through St John’s Pre-School and through the closely linked St John’s Church of England First School; welcomes the new Vicar, Reverend Tim Partridge, to his place at the Church next month; recognises the building as a fine example of the work of the Victorian architect Thomas Jackson; recommends visitors enjoy the ornate Italianate floor mosaics in the Church’s Chancel and Sanctuary; encourages locals and tourists to explore other beautiful churches dotted throughout Mid Dorset and North Poole; and urges the Government to do more to support the preservation of important places of worship across the country.

786Deported Chinese seafarers

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 12

Kim Johnson

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Jim Shannon

Siân Berry

Hannah Spencer

That this House notes that this is the 80th anniversary of the forced deportations of thousands of Chinese seafarers after the Second World War, which left many families abandoned without support and with no idea of what had happened; further notes that the restricted papers, made public after 50 years, show that decisions taken by the Home Office led to the forced deportation of over 2000 Chinese seafarers from Liverpool, many of whom put their lives on the line for the Allied war effort and who were repaid with this act; also notes that this was one of the most nakedly racist incidents ever instigated by the Government, and that countless families suffered a lifetime of trauma as a result, many of whom died without ever knowing the truth about what happened to their loved ones with descendants still searching for answers and lost family members; and calls on the Government to acknowledge this atrocity and issue a full and formal apology for these grave injustices.

788Contribution of women to the Bayeux Tapestry

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 14

Ian Sollom

Anna Sabine

Jess Brown-Fuller

Andrew George

Wendy Chamberlain

Gideon Amos

That this House welcomes the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry to the public at the British Museum, one of the world's most famous and celebrated works of art; notes that it was created by English women, whose individual names and identities were never recorded; further notes that despite its fame, popular and historical attention has repeatedly returned to its male patrons rather than to the women whose skill and artistry produced it; celebrates those unknown women, whose work has endured for almost a thousand years and continues to delight and inspire all who see it; and calls on the Government to consider what more can be done to ensure that women's historic contributions to art, culture and history are properly recognised, researched and celebrated.

789Review of Personal Independence Payment

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 10

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Siân Berry

Hannah Spencer

Carla Denyer

Adrian Ramsay

Dr Ellie Chowns

That this House requests that the Review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) takes account of the findings of the recent Disability Rights UK, Toynbee Hall, and Commission on Social Security co-produced survey of disabled people in receipt of PIP; notes its key findings that disabled people have major problems with the level, criteria, and processes for PIP; understands that there are further concerns arising from co-produced research by Durham University and Disability Rights UK, that the activity trap is preventing disabled people from engaging in sports and recreation for fear of losing access to PIP; further notes that PIP is essential to working-age disabled people both in and out of work; considers that the PIP Review should prioritise designing a fairer system over working to pre-determined financial projections; and recommends that, to pursue true co-production, the Review must fully engage with disabled people’s organisations to shape Review recommendations.

790Hailes Quarry junior parkrun's first anniversary

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 2

Dr Scott Arthur

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Hailes Quarry junior parkrun on reaching its first anniversary; recognises the tremendous contribution made by the volunteer team who have established and maintained a free, welcoming, inclusive and successful weekly event; warmly thanks each of the 225 volunteers that supported the event in its first year; notes that the Hailes Quarry junior parkrun has encouraged hundreds of people of all ages and abilities to take part in regular physical activity, improving health and wellbeing whilst fostering community spirit; commends the support of local participants, volunteers, linked primary schools and partners whose commitment has helped make the event a valued part of community life in Edinburgh South West; congratulates each of the 820 young people who completed the course in its first year; acknowledges the wider benefits that junior parkrun brings through tackling social isolation, promoting active lifestyles and providing opportunities for volunteering; thanks the London Marathon Foundation for its ongoing funding for junior parkrun across the UK, and supports its aim of getting one million children get active through this commitment; and wishes Hailes Quarry parkrun every success for the future as it continues to grow and inspire local residents to become more active.

791Stepping Stones' 35th anniversary

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 2

Douglas McAllister

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Stepping Stones, a mental health charity that helps people across West Dunbartonshire, on its 35th anniversary; notes that the member-led organisation was founded by local people determined to improve mental health awareness and support in their community; recognises its evolution into a trusted and well-established provider of mental health services, supporting around 1,000 referrals each year; commends its wide range of support, including peer-to-peer learning, counselling, psychoeducation, hospital drop-ins and its neurodiversity project; pays tribute to the dedication of its staff, volunteers, members and trustees whose commitment has sustained the charity for over three decades; acknowledges the challenges faced by voluntary organisations in securing funding and recruiting volunteer board members; and wishes Stepping Stones every success as it continues its invaluable work improving mental health and wellbeing across West Dunbartonshire.

792Milngavie & Bearsden Men's Shed

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 4

Susan Murray

Clive Jones

Gideon Amos

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Milngavie & Bearsden Men's Shed on finishing second in Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year 2026, a nationwide awards initiative organised by the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMAS), Scotland’s leading men’s health and wellbeing charity; recognises that in 2017 the group worked tirelessly to convert the King George V Park tennis changing rooms into the facility it is today; further recognises the ongoing work carried out by the group to provide a safe and friendly environment where members can pursue creative, physical, purposeful activities of their choice which reduces isolation and contributes to the physical and mental wellbeing of members; notes the incredibly important opportunity for members to drop in for a cup of tea or coffee and have a chat; and celebrates the important role that Milngavie & Bearsden Men’s Shed and all SMSA groups play in creating communities where social isolation is prevented and people are looked out for and supported.

793Battle of Britain Day 2026

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 10

Jess Brown-Fuller

Mr Will Forster

Andrew George

Ian Roome

Mr Lee Dillon

Clive Jones

That this House commemorates Battle of Britain Day on 15 September 2026 and pays tribute to the courage, sacrifice and determination of all those who served during the Battle of Britain; recognises that the battle represented a pivotal moment in the defence of the UK and the preservation of democracy and freedom in Europe; notes the significant role played by the airfields of West Sussex in the conduct of the battle, including RAF Tangmere; commends the work of the Tangmere Military Aviation Museum in conserving and promoting the area's rich aviation heritage and educating future generations about the sacrifice and service of those involved in the defence of the nation; and encourages the continued commemoration, preservation and promotion of this heritage for future generations.

794Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) rescue operations

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 20

Jess Brown-Fuller

Mr Will Forster

Andrew George

Ian Roome

Clive Jones

Martin Wrigley

That this House commends the outstanding work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), a charity which provides a 24-hour lifesaving service across the waters of the UK and the Republic of Ireland; notes that, since its formation, the RNLI has helped save 147,096 lives; pays tribute to the courage, dedication and professionalism of its volunteer lifeboat crews, lifeguards and support staff, who stand ready at all hours to assist those in danger at sea; further notes the exceptional service of Selsey RNLI, whose volunteers have been saving lives along the Sussex coast since 1861 and whose crews have received ten awards for gallantry in recognition of their bravery; acknowledges the vital role played by RNLI stations in protecting coastal communities, fishermen, sailors and visitors throughout the British Isles; thanks all those who continue to give their time, expertise and commitment to this lifesaving service; and expresses its gratitude for the RNLI's continued work in saving lives at sea and promoting water safety for all.

795Royal National Lifeboat Institution

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 13

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Mr Will Forster

Andrew George

Ian Lavery

Marie Goldman

Ben Lake

That this House gives its unreserved support to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), its many local lifeboat stations around the country and the thousands of staff and volunteers that are involved in upholding the charity’s long-held aims and values; recognises that their job is to rescue those in danger without fear or favour, saving lives based on need rather than engaging in political debates; is appalled that the RNLI has recently been the target of unwarranted and unacceptable public criticism, including protests outside its headquarters in the Poole constituency, the abuse of local volunteers and the intimidatory tactics whereby personal addresses of volunteers have been published online, alongside accusations that they are traitors; believes that the RNLI represents the very best of Britain and that criticism of the charity is unpatriotic; and calls on hon. Members of both Houses to stand in solidarity with the charity and the selfless work of all who are involved.