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Published – Tuesday 15 September 2026

Early Day Motions tabled on Monday 14 September 2026

Early Day Motions (EDMs) are motions for which no days have been fixed.

The number of signatories includes all members who have added their names in support of the Early Day Motion (EDM), including the Member in charge of the Motion.

EDMs and added names are also published on the EDM database at www.parliament.uk/edm

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New EDMs

808Cammell Laird 37

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Kim Johnson

That this House remembers the 37 Cammell Laird shipyard workers who, in 1984, were imprisoned for 30 days after occupying their workplace in protest against compulsory redundancies, privatisation and the threatened destruction of their industry; notes that they were subsequently dismissed, lost redundancy and pension rights, and that many struggled to secure stable employment thereafter; recognises that they were trade unionists defending their jobs, livelihoods, families and communities in the face of deindustrialisation on Merseyside; believes they should never have been imprisoned for standing up for their livelihoods; further notes that the occupation was conducted peacefully, without damage to property, and that Ministry of Defence inspectors were allowed access to inspect the Royal Navy frigate involved; further recognises parallels with other historic injustices involving organised labour and the state, including the Shrewsbury pickets and Orgreave; also notes with sadness that a number of the Cammell Laird 37 have died without seeing their names cleared; welcomes the continued efforts of the Justice for Cammell Laird 37 campaign, the workers, their families and legal representatives; calls on the Government to release all relevant records relating to the case; further calls for an independent public inquiry into the circumstances surrounding their imprisonment, including the role of Ministers and Government departments; urges full cooperation with any legal proceedings seeking to overturn the convictions; and also calls on the Government to issue a formal apology to the surviving workers and the families of those who have died, so that justice may finally be delivered.

809Birmingham Four

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Kim Johnson

That this House notes that this year marks the ten year anniversary of the incarceration of Khobaib Hussain, Naweed Ali, Mohibur Rahman and Tahir Aziz, known as the Birmingham Four, who were convicted in 2017 and sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism offences following a covert police operation; further notes that the men maintain their innocence and that their legal representatives have raised serious concerns about the conduct of undercover officers, the alleged fabrication and planting of evidence, and the disclosure and handling of evidence during the investigation and trial, with their case now resting with the CCRC; expresses concern that the men have now spent ten years in prison while these allegations remain unresolved; recalls the historic miscarriage of justice suffered by the Birmingham Six, whose wrongful convictions exposed grave failures in West Midlands policing, prosecution and the criminal justice system and ultimately contributed to the establishment of the CCRC; is deeply concerned by the parallels raised between the Birmingham Six and the Birmingham Four, particularly the danger of a suspect community being treated differently by the criminal justice system; believes that allegations of police misconduct and evidence fabrication must be thoroughly and urgently investigated at the earliest opportunity, regardless of the nature of the allegations against defendants; and urges the CCRC to reach a prompt determination on the application concerning the convictions.

810Reece Mckie

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Dr Zubir Ahmed

That this House celebrates the incredible work of local champion, Reece Mckie, who has dedicated his own time and resources to tackling fly-tipping and clearing local waterways; recognises the huge impact his and others work has had in restoring vital habitats and protecting wildlife; applauds his exceptional commitment having joined the one hundred days of cleaning up the community initiative and the remarkable success it has already achieved; highlights the inspiration both Reece and Kieran have become for not just their local community but the UK as a whole; calls for tougher action against those responsible for fly-tipping; and asks businesses to engage with local stakeholders and elected representatives to develop long-term solutions to prevent the abandonment of shopping trolleys and other debris in communities and waterways.

811Undercover Policing Inquiry

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 14

Nadia Whittome

Ian Lavery

John McDonnell

Paula Barker

Kim Johnson

Yasmin Qureshi

That this House expresses its grave concern at the mounting evidence emerging from the Undercover Policing Inquiry (UCPI) of extremely serious police misconduct and corruption on a scale far outstripping expectations at the Inquiry’s inception; welcomes the numerous apologies issued by the Metropolitan Police Service for misconduct which includes but is not limited to abusive sexual misconduct by officers, the theft of dead children's identities, and unjustifiable spying on campaign and community groups; recognises the vital importance to survivors of truth, accountability and answers; acknowledges that the work of the UCPI is far from complete, with key aspects of its terms of reference outstanding, including Tranches 4 and 5, which deal with the most recent and relevant undercover deployments, carried out under the existing regulatory framework and guidelines, such as the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, and Module 3, recommendations for the future; urges the Home Office to urgently appoint an expert panel and a new Chair, and ensure resources are available to complete the Terms of Reference in full under the Inquiries Act 2005; and calls for steps to be taken to ensure candour and openness from the state parties under investigation, with a clear process for prompt disclosure of evidence to survivors that prevents the excessive secrecy and the resulting delays that have plagued the Inquiry to date.

812Imprisoned Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant workers

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Nadia Whittome

That this House condemns the imprisonment and abuse of workers at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine by Russian occupation forces; notes that workers are being coerced into accepting Russian citizenship and contracts with the Russian State Atomic Energy Corporation (Rosatom); expresses grave concern that of the 11,000 workers at the plant prior to occupation, only 3,000 remain and 1,000 have been subjected to abuse and torture, placing the ZNPP's safety at serious risk; further condemns the abduction, torture, and show trials on fabricated charges of fifteen employees, members of the Nuclear Power and Industry Workers’ Union of Ukraine, Atomprofspilka, who have received sentences of up to 25 years; calls for the immediate release of Oleksii Brazhnyk, Serhii Korzh, Serhii Spartesnii, Serhii Potyng, Roman Matviichenko, Vadym Trachuk, Ruslan Lavryk, Olexandr Matyukhin, Natalia Shulga, Volodymyr Zverev, Lidiya Kachkariova, Rolan Mainov, Oleg Morochkovskyi, Dmytro Sergeiev and Larysa Merkulova; deplores the incarceration of Serhii Potyng, a member of the Central Council of the youth organisation of Atomprofspilka, who was abducted, tortured and sentenced to 20 years on fabricated charges of terrorism; calls on the Russian Federation to comply with its international human rights obligations, including respect for freedom of association and trade union rights; and urges the Prime Minister to make urgent representations to the Russian Federation, raise this matter with international partners to press for the release of all detained ZNPP workers, introduce full sanctions on Rosatom, and review the status of Russia in the International Atomic Energy Agency.

813Launch of Bainfield Bowling & Social Club's Junior Development Programme

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Dr Scott Arthur

That this House warmly welcomes the launch of the Junior Development Programme at Bainfield Bowling & Social Club, Edinburgh, commencing on 4 October 2026; recognises the club's commitment to developing the next generation of bowlers by providing affordable year-round coaching and training opportunities for young people under the age of 18 who remain in education; notes that the programme will offer weekly coaching sessions, support for participation in competitions, and assistance with travel expenses; commends the dedication of Club President Gerry Walker, coaches Neil Thomson of Bainfield Bowling & Social Club, Beth Isbister of Sighthill Bowling Club, and Robert Wood of Leith Bowling Club, and the many volunteers supporting this initiative; further notes the club's investment of £1,000 and ongoing annual funding to ensure the programme's sustainability; acknowledges the valuable role played by bowling clubs in promoting physical activity, confidence, social inclusion, teamwork and community engagement among young people; also notes that Bainfield Bowling & Social Club is home to the only indoor bowling centre in Edinburgh, providing a unique year-round sporting facility for Scotland's capital; and wishes all participants every success as they develop their skills and represent their clubs and communities in future competitions.

81490th anniversary of the Bangor Missionary Convention

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Jim Shannon

That this House celebrates 90 years of the Bangor Worldwide Missionary Convention, an interdenominational organisation with a strong evangelistic focus; recognises the significance of this milestone; commends the continuation of this rich legacy of global mission engagement; highlights the work the Worldwide Mission has done to make Jesus known across the street and across the world since 1937; notes the thousands who have gathered at Hamilton Road Baptist year after year, from young to old, from church leaders to churchgoers, gaining an insight into the heart of the church’s mission; further commends the work the Convention has done to gathering people who care about the world beyond their own shores; expresses appreciation for the international speakers who made the journey to Northern Ireland including Timothy Cho, a two time escapee who endured imprisonment in China and North Korea, and David Gordon, director of the Dohnavur Fellowship in India, the ongoing ministry of the late Amy Carmichael; and wishes the Worldwide Missionary Convention every success in helping every generation step in Gods global mission.

815100 years of the Cafolla restaurant

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates the Cafolla family on the historic 100th anniversary of Cafollas Cafe in Newtownards; recognises the extraordinary milestone of achieving a century of business on the local high street since its establishment in 1926; highlights that the Cafolla family has become an integral part of the fabric of Newtownards, serving generations of local residents with exceptional warmth, dedication, and their famously renowned ice cream; notes that the cafe has served as a central hub for community life, fostering countless cherished memories, first dates, family gatherings, and traditions over the last one hundred years; applauds the resilience, passion and enduring community spirit demonstrated by the family and their dedicated staff, past and present, through decades of societal and economic change; thanks the Cafolla family for their unwavering commitment to the area and their significant contribution to the local economy and town culture; and wishes the family continued success as they embark on their next century at the heart of the Newtownards community.

816Our Lady and St Mark’s centenary celebrations

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Douglas McAllister

That this House congratulates Father Charles McElwee and the parishioners of Our Lady and St Mark’s Roman Catholic Church in Alexandria on the celebration of the centenary of their church building; notes with appreciation 100 years of faithful worship, witness and service at the heart of the local community; recognises the church’s contribution to the spiritual, social and charitable life of Alexandria and the surrounding areas across generations; welcomes the celebration of a Mass of Thanksgiving to mark this significant milestone, at which the Principal Celebrant will be The Most Reverend William Nolan, Archbishop of Glasgow; gives thanks for 100 years of faith, community and blessing; commends all of the clergy, parish volunteers and parishioners, past and present, whose dedication has sustained the parish throughout the last century; and wishes Father McElwee and the parishioners of Our Lady and St Mark’s all the best as they continue their work and ministry for future generations.

817Faifley Parish Church’s 70th anniversary

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Douglas McAllister

That this House congratulates Faifley Parish Church on the 60th anniversary of its church building and the 70th anniversary of its church hall; recognises the significant contribution made by the church to the people of Faifley and the surrounding communities over many decades; notes that, under the leadership of Rev Gregor McIntyre, the congregation continues a proud tradition of service that extends far beyond spiritual guidance; expresses its gratitude to Rev Gregor McIntyre for his dedicated ministry, leadership and commitment to supporting local people and fostering a strong sense of community over 35 years; acknowledges that the church hall serves as a vital community hub, providing accommodation and supports local organisations including Faifley Foodshare, the Boys' Brigade, Brownies and numerous other groups; further recognises the historic roots of the congregation, founded in Hardgate in 1843 before moving to the new estate of Faifley in the late 1950s; commends the church for its commitment to adapting to the changing needs of the community through initiatives such as Messy Church, its weekly Walk and Talk programme promoting friendship, wellbeing and exercise, and its Upcycling Project, which provides clothing and household goods free of charge to those who need them, while also hosting the Community Council's Foodshare; praises the congregation, volunteers and community partners whose dedication has helped make Faifley and Duntocher Parish Church a welcoming and compassionate environment; and wishes all those involved every success as they celebrate these important anniversaries and continue their work at the heart of the local community.

818Appointment of Satty Singh as Army Honorary Colonel

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Dr Zubir Ahmed

That this House congratulates Satty Singh, Glasgow restaurateur and community stalwart, on his appointment as Honorary Colonel of the 52nd (Lowland) Support and Signal Squadron; recognises his decades of dedication to Glasgow's business community and the strong ties he has built across the city; notes that this appointment has been timed to coincide with Saragarhi Day, which marks the extraordinary courage of the 36th Sikh Regiment, who in 1897 held the Saragarhi post against overwhelming odds, a story of sacrifice and duty that continues to inspire; celebrates the significance of a proud son of Glasgow taking on this distinguished role; and commends Satty Singh as an example of what community leadership and service to others truly looks like.

819Political donations and campaign finance regulation

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Lisa Smart

That this House expresses alarm at the exposure of UK democracy to the undue influence of an ultra-wealthy minority; notes that donations are uncapped meaning that two individuals have been able to give £72 million to one party in one week; further notes recent investigations reporting foreign money and impermissible donations entering UK politics; believes that this issue is of existential importance for the integrity of our democracy; calls on the Government to introduce a statutory cap on individual political donations as well as launching a cap on party spending limits outside of General Elections; regrets that the Government has not yet used the opportunity of the Representation of the People Bill to do so; and urges the Government to strengthen the Electoral Commission and police enforcement of electoral law.

820Dave Rollo Stand

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House celebrates Howe of Fife Rugby Football Club on its decision to name the main stand at Duffus Park The Dave Rollo Stand in honour of one of Scotland's most distinguished rugby players and devoted club players; recognises the outstanding contribution made by Dave Rollo to Howe of Fife, Scottish rugby and the wider game over more than seven decades; notes that he first played for Howe of Fife in 1953, at the age of 19, in what remarkably was his first-ever game of rugby; further notes that he went on to become one of Scotland's finest prop forwards, earning 40 caps for Scotland between 1959 and 1968 while remaining a Howe of Fife player throughout his international career, and touring South Africa with the British and Irish Lions in 1962; acknowledges his role in Scotland's famous 0-0 draw against New Zealand in 1964, denying the All Blacks a Grand Slam tour; commends his lifelong loyalty to his home club and the values of friendship, community spirit and service that he has embodied; further recognises the inspiration he continues to provide to successive generations of players and supporters; welcomes the celebration of his achievements through the naming of the stand from which he has watched and supported the club for many years; and wishes Dave Rollo, now aged 92, every happiness as Howe of Fife and the wider rugby community celebrate his remarkable legacy and enduring contribution to the sport.

821Barbering and hairdressing

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Vikki Slade

That this House notes with concern the challenges facing the barbering and hairdressing sector with a 23% employment decline in 2025; further notes the damage done to future employment in the sector, with the number of young people starting apprenticeships in hairdressers or barbers falling from 13,180 in 2015 to 4,160 in 2023; celebrates within that context the tireless work done by Mike Taylor and the Great British Barbering Academy to provide training opportunities and welcomes the work he and others are doing to support men's mental health and support for neurodiverse customers through their holistic approach to barbering; acknowledges that one in two salon owners now say they are considering closure before the end of the year, yet highlights that more than 750 new barbers opened in 2024 alone; shares the view of industry experts and the National Crime Agency that some new barbershops are illegitimate businesses with practices that are unsafe for customers; highlights that 13 barbershops were listed as having received illegal working civil penalties across the UK between 1 January and 31 March 2026; urges the Government to support the work of industry organisations such as the Hair and Barber Council to ensure the security and future of the sector; and calls for mandatory registration for barbershops and hairdressers in England to guarantee a level playing field for all hairdressers and barbers, to support the provision of clear pathways for hairdressing and barbering careers and to enable the effective targeting of enforcement activity where necessary.

822Independent cafes and coffee shops

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Mr Lee Dillon

That this House recognises the increasingly important contribution made by independent cafés and coffee shops to high streets across the United Kingdom, acting as community hubs and welcoming workspaces, while offering young people their valuable first job opportunity; celebrates the many specialist and charming cafés across Newbury and West Berkshire which enrich local communities and high streets; highlights analysis by Hospitality UK showing that small hospitality businesses with rateable values below £51,000 face a cumulative £318 million increase in business rates over the next three years; welcomes the Government’s recognition of the severe burden on small high street businesses and its decision to provide an additional 20% reduction in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues from April 2027; notes with concern, however, that independent cafés and coffee shops facing similar and prolonged financial pressures have been excluded from this targeted support; regrets that the Government’s recently announced review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels also does not extend to cafés and other hospitality businesses; calls on the Government to extend the 20% business rates reduction to independent cafés and coffee shops and include them in any review of business rates valuations; and further calls for an emergency 5% reduction in VAT for hospitality until April 2027 to support independent businesses, protect local jobs and rejuvenate high streets and town centres.

82367th anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery Disaster

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Katrina Murray

That this House acknowledges that 18 September 2026 marks the 67th anniversary of the Auchengeich colliery disaster; respectfully remembers the 47 men who perished in a fire caused by faulty equipment in the mine; recognises that 41 women were widowed, 76 children lost their fathers and countless family members and friends were impacted by the tragedy; understands that this was Scotland’s worst mining disaster of the 20th century and that the grief continues to this day in Moodiesburn, surrounding villages, across Lanarkshire and beyond; commends the Auchengeich Miners Memorial Committee for organising its annual service on Sunday 13 September 2026 to continue to honour the memory of those who died; further recognises the work of Hugh Gaffney in memorialising each of the victims not just as miners, but as the people they were; pays tribute to the resilience, courage and spirit shown by the local community; and also recognises the tremendous sacrifices made by miners and their families.

824Coventry City Council contract with Palantir Technologies

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Zarah Sultana

That this House notes with deep concern Coventry City Council’s decision to renew its £750,000 children’s services contract with the US firm Palantir; believes that a company with a well-documented history of profiting from providing data surveillance infrastructure to immigration enforcement agencies, military entities, and the Israeli government to commit genocide and impose apartheid against Palestinians has no place in the delivery of UK public services; expresses solidarity with the residents, campaigners, and community members demanding Coventry City Council to immediately cancel this contract; shares their concern that public money is being funnelled to multinational corporations at a time when essential local services face budgetary constraints and workers face the risk of job cuts; rejects the use of local authorities as testing grounds for Big Tech surveillance systems; calls on the Government to ensure greater ethical oversight in public procurements; and urges Coventry City Council to immediately cancel its contract with Palantir and protect the integrity of its community services.

825Kirkintilloch Band remembering Peter Fraser MBE

Tabled: 14/09/26 Signatories: 1

Katrina Murray

That this House acknowledges that Kirkintilloch Band will play a special concert to remember Peter Fraser MBE who was a towering figure in Scottish brass banding and a devoted servant to the musical community for over seven decades; recognises that Peter, Scottish Brass Band Association honorary vice president and contest controller for the Scottish Challenge contest, had been an active supporter of Scottish banding for more than 70 years during which time he has had an enduring connection to his beloved Kirkintilloch Band; further acknowledges that his relationship with Kirkintilloch Band marks one of the most remarkable periods of continuous service in the history of Scottish banding where he contributed as a player, manager, administrator, mentor and, ultimately, president of the organisation; notes Peter’s unswerving service to Playback Recording Service for the blind and visually impaired as its coordinator earned him the MBE as well as the SBBA President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement which reflected not only his longevity, but also the profound impact he had on the musical landscape and disability services; and expresses its condolences and acknowledges that to those who knew him, Peter was much more than a leader, he was a constant source of encouragement, wisdom and warmth.

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.

662Bersted Parish Council Summer Playscheme 2026

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House commends Bersted Parish Council for organising its annual Summer Playscheme, providing a free packed lunch for all local children every Thursday and Friday during the school holidays as well as entertainment; recognises that the summer holidays can place significant additional financial pressure on parents and families, and welcomes this scheme's role in helping to alleviate that burden; thanks the Rotary Club of Bognor Hotham for providing and funding the packed lunches; and calls on the Government to provide greater support to parish councils in facilitating similar schemes within their communities across the country.

663First female guizer jarl in Shetland’s Junior Up Helly Aa

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 7

Mr Alistair Carmichael

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Wendy Chamberlain

Christine Jardine

Sarah Dyke

That this House congratulates Erin Harries of Shetland for becoming the first female in history to take on the role of guizer jarl in the 2027 Junior Up Helly Aa festival; notes that Erin’s appointment marks an important moment in history for the festivals past, present and future; recognises that although the festival has been on the go since the 1950s, girls were only allowed to join in following 2023; further recognises that Erin’s election following a vote amongst young people in Shetland on Wednesday echoes the enthusiasm shown by young people around Shetland for the festival; praises them on their passion for equal participation, ensuring that all participants have the chance to contribute to the future of this ever cherished tradition; and finally wishes Erin and her squad all the best for their celebrations next January.

664Jespers of Harrogate 125th anniversary

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Tom Gordon

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Jespers of Harrogate on its 125th anniversary; notes that the business was founded in 1901 by Foster Barrett Jesper as a hand engraving workshop on Prospect Crescent, undertaking commission work for London jewellers, the Royal Family and major sporting and business institutions; recognises that during the Second World War Dennis Jesper and chief machinist Jack Elsworth signed the Official Secrets Act to produce engraved control panels for the Allies' early radar systems; further notes that the business grew under four generations of the Jesper family into one of the UK's premier independent stationery, art supplies and office supplies retailers, winning UK Retail Stationer of the Year in 1991; acknowledges that since 2019 the store has been in the custodianship of the Vickers family, who have committed to preserving its character and securing its future on Harrogate's high street; celebrates the anniversary festivities taking place this September, culminating in a special evening event on Thursday 10 September; pays tribute to its dedicated staff, including manager Lynne Cummings, who has served the store for 32 years; and believes that Jespers' 125-year story of resilience through two world wars, the rise of the internet and the Covid-19 pandemic demonstrates that independent retail and the British high street can continue to thrive.

665Rocoil's contribution to UK energy innovation

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Tom Gordon

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Rocoil, based in Harrogate, on the successful validation of its systems; commends the company’s success in deploying Rogowski coils to measure both low and high electrical currents in contained spaces around the world; recognises its work with the UK Atomic Energy Authority in developing technologies that support alternatives to fossil fuels in the UK energy mix; and calls on the Government to actively support and champion highly specialised UK enterprises whose innovative components are of strategic importance both domestically and internationally.

670Coach Casey Young

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 6

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Steve Darling

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House celebrates Casey Young on being awarded Coach of the Year in the disability pathway at the FA Grassroots Football Awards; commends Casey on the hard work and determination he has demonstrated in his work with Bristol City Cerebral Palsy FC, never missing a coaching session despite undergoing major surgeries and travelling over an hour from Crewkerne each time; recognises the hugely positive impact his coaching has had on his community and the players he works with; further recognises the important role sport plays in fostering a sense of belonging; notes that this can be especially important for disabled people, who often face unique challenges when trying to participate in sport; calls on this Government to do more to support community and volunteer-led institutions, particularly those that are inclusive of people with disabilities, and properly recognise their importance to society; and urges the Government to consider how it can better support hard-working volunteers like Casey, whose contributions are invaluable to the people around them.

671Health and Remedy named Natural Lifestyle Retailer of the Year

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House celebrates Health and Remedy in Chard on being awarded Natural Lifestyle Retailer of the Year; commends the hard work and dedication the owners have put into building their business and providing an exceptionally high standard of service to their customers; recognises the vital role independent businesses play across Yeovil and South Somerset, forming the bedrock of the local economy; notes the importance of health shops in encouraging people to make informed choices to improve their health and wellbeing; acknowledges that the current tax system is having a detrimental impact on businesses across Somerset; further acknowledges that Health and Remedy’s success is all the more remarkable within this context; calls on this Government to do more to support businesses in rural and semi-rural communities like Yeovil, which require a different approach to big cities like London and Manchester; and urges this Government to start by overhauling the unfair business rates system, providing more support with energy costs, and reducing Value Added Tax on high street businesses.

672150 Years of St Paul’s Church Harrogate

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Tom Gordon

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates St Paul’s Church in Harrogate on celebrating its 150th anniversary; recognises the church’s long and proud history, having begun as a preaching station in 1875 before becoming a sanctioned charge in 1876; celebrates the generations of ministers, members and volunteers whose dedication has sustained St Paul’s and its congregation over the past 150 years; further recognises the important role the church has played in bringing the local community together, through social groups, societies, fundraising and support for those in need; notes that during the war years a Ladies’ Sewing Society was formed to send parcels to members on active service; further notes the thriving community life of the church in the early twentieth century, including its badminton group and regular Women’s Missionary and Literary Society meetings; also recognises the generations of Harrogate residents who have found friendship and community at St Paul’s; and wishes St Paul’s Church every success as it looks ahead to the next 150 years.

673Nigel Bevan and Berkshire Scouts

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 9

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Clive Jones

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Mr Lee Dillon

Peter Swallow

That this House pays tribute to Nigel Bevan on stepping down as County Lead Volunteer for Berkshire Scouts after 12 years; recognises that under his leadership the county consolidated and expanded its team of paid development officers, strengthening support to groups across Berkshire and helping to secure the growth and sustainability of Scouting in the county; further recognises that he steered Berkshire Scouts through the exceptional difficulties of the pandemic, including through a county recovery fund which he introduced for groups which had not benefited from the local government support available to those owning their own premises, helping them regain financial stability at a time of falling membership, reduced subscriptions and lost fundraising income; commends him for assembling a County Team known for its effectiveness and for a culture of mutual respect and support; observes that the reputation of that team led Scouts headquarters to look to Berkshire as an early adopter of the transformation programme now reshaping the movement, including new administration systems, team based volunteering and updated governance arrangements for trustee boards; and also recognises that volunteers such as Mr Bevan are the foundation on which Scouting rests, and that the benefit of his service will be felt by young people across Berkshire for many years to come.

678Ahmadiyya Muslims in Pakistan

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 8

Luke Taylor

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Wendy Chamberlain

Peter Lamb

Andrew George

That this House condemns the systematic persecution of Ahmadiyya Muslims in Pakistan; deplores the violence, disenfranchisement, arbitrary arrest, and restrictions on religious practice Ahmadis endure daily under Pakistan’s blasphemy and anti-Ahmadi laws; denounces the desecration of Ahmadi graves and mosques by Pakistani police; and calls upon the Government to implement the findings of the 2026 IHRC Annual Report and its five actions, first, to make full voting rights, equal citizenship and constitutional protections for Ahmadis a named demand in every bilateral engagement with Pakistan, second, to press Pakistani authorities to protect Ahmadi mosques and cemeteries, third, to use the UK’s Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020 against named perpetrators of serious human rights abuses against Ahmadis, fourth, to make UK aid, trade, and diplomatic engagement with Pakistan dependent on verifiable reforms to the treatment of Ahmadis, and fifth, to issue updated UK asylum guidance recognising the risks faced by Ahmadis and ensure that Ahmadi Muslims at risk of persecution have access to safe and legal protection routes to the UK.

680Funding of Jodrell Bank Observatory

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 25

Tom Morrison

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Helen Morgan

Brian Mathew

Dr Roz Savage

That this House notes with grave concern the decision by UK Research and Innovation to withdraw £2.8 million in annual funding from Jodrell Bank Observatory, placing at risk the future of the Lovell Telescope and e-MERLIN, the UK's national radio astronomy network; further notes that, unless alternative funding is secured, all scientific observations at the site are expected to cease by 1 April 2028; recognises that Jodrell Bank is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a cornerstone of British scientific achievement, from tracking Sputnik in 1957 to its ongoing contribution to international radio astronomy and its strategic importance for space domain awareness, recognised by a NATO Excellence Award; is deeply concerned that this decision puts up to 28 jobs at risk, threatens the research of nearly 3,000 scientists worldwide, and undermines science education and the training of future researchers and engineers; believes that reducing Jodrell Bank to a tourist attraction with no live scientific function would be a closure in all but name and a devastating loss to the UK's scientific standing; further believes that the £2.8 million saving is a false economy set against the UK's £300 million investment in the Square Kilometre Array Observatory, whose international headquarters is sited at Jodrell Bank; and calls on the Government to halt the withdrawal of funding, work with the University of Manchester to secure a sustainable long-term solution, and reassure staff, scientists and communities that this national asset's future will be protected.

681Cosmetic specifications for fresh produce and national food security

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 26

Sarah Dyke

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Dr Danny Chambers

Jim Shannon

Mr Joshua Reynolds

That this House notes with concern the impact of extreme summer heat on UK fresh produce; calls for greater flexibility in cosmetic specifications for fresh produce, given that appearance does not reflect nutritional value, in order to reduce food waste before it leaves the farm gate; further calls on the Government to strengthen the powers of the Groceries Code Adjudicator to protect both producers and consumers; believes that food security is national security; and further believes that a Good Food Bill would help transform England's food system to reduce reliance on foreign imports rather than domestic self-sufficiency, improve access to nutritious food, support lower prices for consumers, and establish a statutory national food strategy.

683Devon maternity services

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 28

Ian Roome

Helen Morgan

David Reed

Rachel Gilmour

Ben Maguire

Sir Geoffrey Cox

That this House is deeply alarmed by the temporary suspension of births at North Devon District Hospital from 11 August 2026, and the redirection of pregnant mothers across Northern Devon and Cornwall to other hospitals; expresses great concern for the safety of babies and mothers travelling up to two hours to give birth, despite the risk of medical complications; recognises the staffing shortfall and recruitment challenge faced by NHS maternity units across the country, particularly in remote and rural areas; notes that maternity services in Barnstaple deliver more than one thousand local births each year, and highlights the added pressure on maternity provision at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital during the suspension; expects the Government to ensure that every family in the UK is within 45 minutes travel time of a fully operational maternity unit; urges the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to expedite hiring procedures to fill vacant consultant roles in gynaecology and obstetrics, to undertake a review of the suspension and work to improve workforce resiliency; and calls on the Board to approve a plan to resume births at North Devon District Hospital at the earliest possible date it is safe to do so.

684Society lottery limits

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 14

Wendy Chamberlain

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Jim Shannon

Steve Darling

That this House acknowledges the role played by Britain’s charity lottery sector in providing over £450 million in vital funds for good causes each year at no cost to the Government; recognises the unique nature of charity lottery fundraising, which is centred on long-term, unrestricted giving; further acknowledges such a model complements the overwhelmingly project-based funding offer from the National Lottery’s distribution bodies; notes that despite their low risk, charitable nature, such lotteries are the only gambling or fundraising product subject to such restrictions, which places constraints on their fundraising not faced by the much larger National Lottery and unregulated prize draws; understands that analysis by both the Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport and by Britain’s biggest charity lottery fundraiser, Postcode Lottery, projects that reforming monetary limits for charity lotteries would generate around £150 million in additional funding for supported charities; and urges the Government to re-establish the cross-party consensus around charity lottery reform by announcing measures to help charity lotteries raise even more for good causes across Britain.

688King's Award for Enterprise to ErgoChair Ltd

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Claire Young

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Ergochair Ltd of Yate on receiving a King's Award for Enterprise 2026 in the category of Innovation; notes that the company has spent more than two decades designing and manufacturing specialist task seating for people with musculoskeletal conditions and complex clinical needs, enabling many of those users to remain in work and to live more comfortably; further notes that Ergochair employs 27 people, manufactures its products in the United Kingdom and exports internationally; recognises that Ergochair is one of only 186 recipients in 2026 and one of 52 businesses recognised for Innovation; believes that firms combining skilled British manufacturing with a direct contribution to disability inclusion and workplace accessibility merit particular recognition; and wishes Ergochair and its workforce continued success in the future.

689King's Award for Enterprise to Sharpak Yate LTD

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Claire Young

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Sharpak Yate on receiving a King's Award for Enterprise 2026 in the category of Innovation for its Litepak technology; notes that Litepak is a recyclable poultry tray developed, tested and manufactured in Yate which reduces packaging weight and plastic use by up to 27 per cent without compromising shelf life, food safety or performance on high speed production lines; further notes that Litepak was previously named Resource Efficient Pack of the Year at the 2022 UK Packaging Awards; recognises that Sharpak Yate is a leading supplier of food grade polypropylene packaging to retailers and food producers in the United Kingdom, and trains its own production workforce locally; believes that reducing plastic at source is more effective than material substitution or disposal in meeting the United Kingdom's plastic reduction and circular economy commitments; commends the skilled employment the company sustains in South Gloucestershire; and wishes the workforce at the Yate site continued success.

690Meredith's DIY hardware and ironmongery

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Claire Young

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House notes with sadness the closure of Meredith's, the family run hardware store and ironmongers that has traded in Yate Shopping Centre since it opened and is one of the last of the centre's original shops, serving the community for 60 years since the centre's opening in 1965; recognises that Meredith's has been a much loved fixture of Yate life across the generations, remembered with great affection by the local community; pays tribute to its owner, Patrick Meredith, for six decades of dedicated service, warmth and expertise to the people of Yate and South Gloucestershire, as one of the town's longest serving independent traders; congratulates him on a remarkable career; and wishes Patrick a long, happy and fulfilling retirement.

691Miscarriage care

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 22

Claire Young

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House notes with concern that under current NHS practice most women must endure three miscarriages before they are routinely offered investigation and follow up care; believes that leaving those who have lost one or two babies without referral or care is a grave injustice at a time of acute physical and emotional need; recognises the 2021 Lancet Miscarriage Matters series, which called for support to be evaluated and offered after every loss through a graded model of care rather than withheld until a third miscarriage; further notes that as many as one in five women develop a mental health problem during pregnancy or in the first year after birth, and that pregnancy loss carries a heavy and often unrecognised psychological toll for women and their partners; and urges the Government to end the three miscarriage wait by adopting a graded model of miscarriage care across the NHS and to ensure that mental health support is offered to women and their partners after every pregnancy loss.

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House commends Grovelands Care Home in Yeovil for earning a place on Lottie's List, a not-for-profit initiative celebrating the top 100 care homes across the UK; celebrates that this follows Grovelands being awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission; further commends the years of persistent hard work and dedication shown by Grovelands staff, alongside their unwavering commitment to providing an excellent standard of care to residents; expresses admiration at the tangible impact this has on residents' quality of life and that of their loved ones; recognises, however, that the social care system requires fundamental reform and that Grovelands and other care homes need greater support as the UK population continues to age; further notes the particular challenges for rural areas such as Somerset which have an older than average population facing greater social isolation, limited transport links, and poor access to services; and urges the new Government to honour its commitment to prioritise social care reform so that everyone in the UK can grow old with dignity no matter their postcode or socio-economic status.

72430 years of Knaresborough Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts (FEVA)

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Tom Gordon

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Knaresborough Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts (FEVA), recognising that the festival first began in 1996 before being rebranded as FEVA in 2001; notes that over three decades it has become one of North Yorkshire's most cherished community festivals, bringing together performers, artists, volunteers and visitors in celebration of arts, culture and community; recognises that FEVA is a constituted not-for-profit organisation run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers whose passion and commitment have helped sustain this much-loved annual event; commends the wide-ranging programme of music, theatre, visual arts, spoken word, family activities, street entertainment, open-air performances, exhibitions and community events that showcase the extraordinary talent and creativity of Knaresborough; further notes the important role FEVA has played in strengthening community spirit, supporting local artists, attracting visitors and helping to put Knaresborough firmly on the map as a vibrant cultural destination; and wishes everyone involved in FEVA every success for its 30th anniversary celebrations and for many years to come.

727Contribution of Rotary Clubs

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 8

Adam Dance

Jess Brown-Fuller

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Wendy Chamberlain

Mr Will Forster

That this House commends the important contribution of Rotary Clubs, such as the Rotary Club of Crewkerne, to the inspiration and development of young engineers and scientists through the Rotary Technology Tournaments; recognises that these tournaments support not only academic learning, but also teach skills such as teamwork, communication and timekeeping; further recognises the wider contribution of Rotary Clubs to education both domestically and internationally through the construction of facilities and supply of equipment; and applauds the charitable work of Rotary Clubs across Great Britain.

731Working 4 Wellbeing: fifth anniversary

Tabled: 1/09/26 Signatories: 5

Dr Roz Savage

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Working 4 Wellbeing on celebrating its fifth anniversary of supporting people across Fairford, Lechlade and the surrounding rural communities; recognises the charity's outstanding work in tackling loneliness, reducing social isolation and promoting positive mental health and wellbeing; commends the dedication of its trustees, staff and more than 50 volunteers whose commitment has enabled the organisation to grow from a small Talking Café welcoming six people into a thriving community charity supporting more than 50 people at its regular Fairford sessions; acknowledges the wide range of activities it now provides, including craft and chat groups, peer movement sessions, senior yoga, wellbeing walks, family hub sessions, toddler groups, community gardening, Warm Welcome initiatives, community meals and support for Fairford Men's Shed; notes the charity's continued expansion into neighbouring communities, including Lechlade, in response to local need; further recognises the invaluable contribution that voluntary organisations such as Working 4 Wellbeing make in strengthening community resilience, improving health and wellbeing and ensuring that no one feels isolated or alone; and wishes everyone involved every success for the future as they continue to make a lasting and positive difference to the lives of people across the South Cotswolds.

732E1 settlement project and international law

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 14

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.

73350th anniversary of Torbay Civic Society

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 11

Steve Darling

Wera Hobhouse

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Martin Wrigley

Caroline Voaden

That this House congratulates Torbay Civic Society on its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking half a century of dedicated voluntary service to the communities of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham; recognises that, since its foundation in 1976, the Society has worked tirelessly to promote public interest in the history, heritage, character and built environment of Torbay and to encourage the preservation and sympathetic development of the places that make the Bay distinctive; commends its important contribution to local heritage through its extensive Blue Plaque programme, historical research and publications, public lectures, community events and engagement with planning, conservation and regeneration matters; acknowledges the generations of officers, committee members, volunteers, supporters and local residents whose commitment has sustained the Society throughout its first 50 years; celebrates the Society's continuing work to increase public awareness and appreciation of Torbay's rich architectural, cultural and social heritage; further recognises the important contribution that independent civic societies make across the United Kingdom in protecting local identity, encouraging civic pride and giving communities a voice in shaping their future; and wishes Torbay Civic Society every success as it celebrates its Golden Jubilee and continues its work of celebrating Torbay's past and shaping its future for generations to come.

734Employer National Insurance contributions

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 13

Alex Brewer

Jess Brown-Fuller

Dr Danny Chambers

Wera Hobhouse

Dr Roz Savage

Vikki Slade

That this House celebrates the small business owners of North East Hampshire constituency, including hairdressers, garages, care homes, pubs, garden centres and beauty salons, for their entrepreneurship, resilience and dedication to their trade, and recognises small businesses as the true backbone of communities; expresses concern over the impact of changes to National Insurance Contributions on small businesses, social care providers and GPs in North East Hampshire and across the country; notes that staffing costs represent a far greater share of expenditure for labour-intensive small businesses than for other businesses, meaning this increase hits them disproportionately hard; further notes that this impact is compounded by high energy costs and rises in business rates; also notes that the increase in NICs undermines any serious effort to tackle the NEETs crisis, revive high streets, or deliver sustainable growth; and calls on the Government to reverse the increase in employer NICs at the earliest opportunity, giving small businesses the certainty they need to invest, grow and create jobs.

737Love Me Love My Mind 20th anniversary

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 6

Helen Maguire

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Sarah Dyke

Liz Jarvis

That this House congratulates Love Me Love My Mind, based in Epsom, on their 20th anniversary; recognises its founders, Reverend Michael Preston and the late Reverend Susan Bull, for their tireless work and commitment to their inspiring vision; thanks all volunteers and fundraisers who work tirelessly behind the scenes for the brilliant work; acknowledges the creation of a space welcoming for all in the community; further acknowledges the positive impact on the community through compassionate, non-clinical drop-ins, Men's Pit Stop, and the facilitation of Epsom's Mental Health Week; and wishes Love Me Love My Mind further success for the next 20 years and beyond.

738Josh Kerr's mile world record

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 9

Helen Maguire

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Wendy Chamberlain

Sarah Dyke

That this House congratulates Josh Kerr on breaking the historic mile world record in a time of 3 minutes and 42.66 seconds; recognises his outstanding hard work, dedication and commitment in achieving this historic milestone; and celebrates his contribution to British athletics and the inspiration he provides to athletes and young people across the country.

739Epsom Common Local Nature Reserve awarded 20th consecutive Green Flag Award

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 8

Helen Maguire

Dr Roz Savage

Mr Lee Dillon

Jim Shannon

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Clive Jones

That this House congratulates Epson Common Local Nature Reserve on receiving a Green Flag Award for the 20th consecutive year; recognises the two decades long commitment to excellence in managing one of Epsom and Ewell’s most important natural spaces and creating habitats that enable biodiversity to flourish; appreciates that this extraordinary achievement is the result of the hard work and dedication of all those involved including, the Countryside team, the volunteers and the partners; and supports important environmental initiatives like this which strive to ensure that natural habitats and species are protected for future generations to come.

741Stirling University

Tabled: 2/09/26 Signatories: 6

Chris Kane

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

Graeme Downie

Euan Stainbank

Seamus Logan

That this House congratulates the University of Stirling on being named Scottish University of the Year and UK Sports University of the Year in the Daily Mail University Guide 2027; notes that these awards recognise Stirling’s exceptional performance across academic excellence, student experience and sporting achievement; further notes that the Scottish University of the Year award reflects Stirling’s sustained rise in national rankings since 2023, its entry into the UK top 50, and its strong outcomes for students; acknowledges the University’s high-quality facilities, internationally diverse community, respected research strengths and commitment to ensuring that ability, not background, determines opportunity; further recognises that the UK Sports University of the Year award highlights Stirling’s longstanding reputation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, supported by world-class facilities, national training centres and leadership in sports research and education; commends the University’s outstanding success at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, where 22 Stirling athletes secured 24 medals, and notes its significant contribution to health, wellbeing and sports participation across the wider community; and pays tribute to the dedication of Stirling’s staff, students and alumni, whose collective efforts continue to strengthen the University’s reputation for excellence in both education and sport.

746Industrial action at V&A Museum

Tabled: 3/09/26 Signatories: 16

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.

750Claudia Adolphus-Green

Tabled: 4/09/26 Signatories: 11

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.

753Right to peaceful protest against illegal immigration

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 6

Rupert Lowe

Jim Allister

Carla Lockhart

Alex Easton

Jim Shannon

Sammy Wilson

That this House recognises the fundamental democratic right of British citizens to engage in peaceful protest; acknowledges the legitimate public concern regarding illegal migration and the arrival of people in the United Kingdom through unlawful Channel crossings; believes that citizens must be free to express opposition to the Government’s immigration and border policies without being dismissed, insulted or unfairly characterised for doing so; affirms that peaceful protest must remain protected irrespective of whether those in positions of political authority agree with its message; further recognises the particular impact of illegal Channel crossings and associated disruption upon British communities; and calls on His Majesty’s Government to restore effective control of the United Kingdom’s borders, enforce immigration law and ensure that those with no lawful right to remain in the United Kingdom are removed.

76250th Anniversary of the Grunwick Strike

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 28

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.

763Publication of Legal Advice on Local Government Reorganisation

Tabled: 7/09/26 Signatories: 36

Zöe Franklin

Alison Bennett

Caroline Voaden

Marie Goldman

Jess Brown-Fuller

Rachel Gilmour

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be laid before this House the legal advice received by His Majesty's Government relating to the lawfulness and legal robustness of the local government reorganisation programme, including the decisions made in March 2026 in respect of Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk and Suffolk and the subsequent withdrawal of those decisions.

767World Suicide Prevention Day 2026

Tabled: 8/09/26 Signatories: 21

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: 9

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: 53

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: 16

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: 22

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: 5

Steve Darling

Jim Shannon

Gideon Amos

Clive Jones

Liz Jarvis

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: 16

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: 14

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: 13

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: 6

Vikki Slade

Jess Brown-Fuller

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Gideon Amos

Liz Jarvis

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.

784John McNab Not In Vain campaign

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 6

Tracy Gilbert

Katrina Murray

Patricia Ferguson

Christine Jardine

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

That this House remembers John McNab, who tragically lost his life following a stabbing in Leith on 2nd September 2025; commends his mother, Lisa Petrie, for establishing the Not In Vain campaign in his memory; recognises the campaign's work is to increase access to emergency bleed control kits and training across local communities, with more than 100 bleed kits now distributed across Edinburgh and Leith; notes the potential of such kits to save lives following traumatic injuries; and welcomes efforts to install bleed kits in public spaces, schools, sports clubs and community venues.

786Deported Chinese seafarers

Tabled: 9/09/26 Signatories: 14

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: 19

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.

790Hailes Quarry junior parkrun's first anniversary

Tabled: 10/09/26 Signatories: 3

Dr Scott Arthur

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

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: 3

Douglas McAllister

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

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: 5

Susan Murray

Clive Jones

Gideon Amos

Jim Shannon

Liz Jarvis

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: 18

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: 28

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: 27

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.

79640th anniversary of Follifoot Park Disabled Riders Group

Tabled: 11/09/26 Signatories: 5

Tom Gordon

Steve Darling

Liz Jarvis

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

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: 3

Sorcha Eastwood

Douglas McAllister

Jim Shannon

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: 11

Mr Will Forster

Wera Hobhouse

Jess Brown-Fuller

Dr Danny Chambers

Brian Mathew

Helen Maguire

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: 25

Vikki Slade

Mohammad Yasin

Dr Roz Savage

Mr Lee Dillon

Liz Jarvis

Sarah Olney

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: 3

Douglas McAllister

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

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: 20

Chris Coghlan

Hilary Benn

Sir Jeremy Hunt

Dr Danny Chambers

Manuela Perteghella

Steff Aquarone

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: 10

Martin Wrigley

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Mr Will Forster

Jess Brown-Fuller

Brian Mathew

Helen Maguire

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: 9

Cat Eccles

John McDonnell

Grahame Morris

Kim Johnson

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Charlotte Nichols

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: 15

Martin Wrigley

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Mr Will Forster

Jess Brown-Fuller

Brian Mathew

Helen Maguire

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: 3

Lillian Jones

Jim Shannon

Kirsteen Sullivan

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: 4

Mr Will Forster

Zöe Franklin

Steve Darling

Jim Shannon

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: 8

Sarah Dyke

Mr Will Forster

Jess Brown-Fuller

Wera Hobhouse

Liz Jarvis

Anna Sabine

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.