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Published – Wednesday 5 February 2025

Early Day Motions tabled on Tuesday 4 February 2025

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

739Wheelchair services provided by AJM Healthcare

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Daisy Cooper

That this House notes with deep concern the poor performance of AJM Healthcare, the leading provider of NHS wheelchair services, as set out in news reports and experienced by an increasing number of constituents; expresses its disappointment that responses to enquiries to that organisation are not forthcoming to its users, Integrated Care Boards, or their Members of Parliament; agrees with users that the waiting times for wheelchairs provided by AJM Healthcare are unacceptably long and are impacting users’ mental and physical wellbeing; regrets that the Government does not have specific plans to solicit feedback from Integrated Care Boards on the performance of AJM Healthcare in their areas; further regrets that the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board has stated that there was some way to go before they have AJM Healthcare providing the level and responsiveness of service patients and their families need; further notes with alarm that AJM Healthcare is one of the largest national wheelchair providers supplying approximately 150,000 registered users and representing around 20% of all wheelchair service needs for NHS England; calls on AJM Healthcare to respond promptly to enquiries from its customers, Integrated Care Boards, and their Members of Parliament; and calls on the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to invite AJM Healthcare to answer to all concerned hon. Members for its failures in providing essential wheelchair services.

740Unleashed Theatre Company and the King's Award for Voluntary Service

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Steve Darling

That this House congratulates Unleashed Theatre Company on being awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest honour available to a voluntary organisation; recognises the outstanding work of Unleashed Theatre Company in supporting communities in one of the most deprived areas of Torbay; commends the dedication of its volunteers in creating an inclusive and supportive environment through the power of theatre; notes the comments of founder Martin Harris, who expressed gratitude for the recognition and highlighted the company’s ambition to develop a community hub at the historic Royal Lyceum in Torquay; and wishes Unleashed Theatre Company continued success in its invaluable work bringing people together through creativity and community spirit.

741Marking World Cancer Day 2025

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Helen Maguire

That this House marks World Cancer Day on 4 February 2025 and acknowledges the profound impact cancer has on individuals, families, and friends across the UK; recognises the courage and resilience of those living with cancer and the immeasurable support provided by loved ones; further recognises those who have sadly lost their lives to cancer and the lasting impact on their families and communities; expresses gratitude to the dedicated healthcare professionals, researchers, carers and volunteers who work tirelessly in cancer diagnosis, treatment and care; commends the ongoing efforts to improve early detection, treatment options and patient outcomes; and urges the Government to reaffirm its commitment to reducing cancer inequalities and improving support for those impacted by this disease.

742Persimmon Homes' support for Dennyloanhead Community Hall

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Euan Stainbank

That this House acknowledges the generous support of Persimmon Homes East Scotland for Dennyloanhead Community Hall in Falkirk; welcomes the £1,000 donation provided through Persimmon’s Community Champions programme, which supports charities and local organisations in the communities where the company operates; recognises that this funding will contribute to the ongoing maintenance of the community-owned hall, ensuring that local residents continue to benefit from this vital facility; commends the efforts of the volunteers who dedicate their time to the hall’s upkeep and community activities; and further encourages businesses to support local initiatives that strengthen community infrastructure and social engagement.

743Callum Maclean, the Falkirk Knight

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Euan Stainbank

That this House commends Callum Maclean, the Falkirk Knight, for his community spirit during Storm Eowyn; recognises his efforts in donning full medieval armour to assist pedestrians in extreme weather, bringing support and light relief to Falkirk residents; welcomes his GoFundMe campaign to repair local storm damage, including replacing the Scotland flagpoles, repairing community buildings and fences, and supporting those in need with essential supplies; and applauds his dedication to helping Falkirk recover and rebuild after the storm.

744Electric vehicle charging costs

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Claire Young

That this House notes the growing number of electric vehicles on UK roads; is concerned that the current charging infrastructure is inadequate; recognises that helping people transition to owning an electric vehicle supports our Net Zero ambitions; further notes that making charging facilities available is key to ensuring people can make the switch to owning an electric vehicle; recognises that those in flats and shared buildings in particular are affected by a lack of at home charging; appreciates that being unable to charge your vehicle at home leaves people reliant on public charging points; is concerned about the cost to consumers if they have to rely solely on commercial charging; and calls on the Government to do more to reduce the cost of charging and to support the rollout of electric vehicle charging points, including reviewing the current planning framework to ensure new build homes are outfitted to support at home charging.

745Sally Chambers

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Kirsteen Sullivan

That this House congratulates Sally Chambers, the dedicated lead adopter at Burgh Beautiful Linlithgow, for her outstanding contributions to improving the environment around Linlithgow Railway Station; celebrates Sally's recognition in the annual ScotRail Community Awards for her dedication to both the station and the wider Linlithgow area; recognises Sally’s hard-work over 8 years to enhance the station’s appearance; welcomes the railway station as a welcoming and vibrant environment for both local residents and visitors; acknowledges the positive impact of Sally's efforts in fostering a stronger connection between the station and the community; praises the creative approach exemplifying colour and themed plant pots which beautify the station; and commends Sally for her leading example of volunteering, commitment, and community spirit.

746Contribution of the Linlithgow Munitionettes to the war effort

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Kirsteen Sullivan

That this House recognises the contributions of the women, known as the Linlithgow Munitionettes, who worked at Nobel’s Regent Works factory producing over 11 million incendiary bombs and other munitions for the war effort in both World Wars; acknowledges the courage and resilience of these women, who took on dangerous roles working with toxic chemicals like TNT and facing constant threats of explosions; commemorates the tragic loss of four women—Jane Baillie, Barbara Baillie, Margaret Wilson, and Susan Allan—who tragically lost their lives in the 5 February 1943 explosion at the factory; celebrates the advocacy and research efforts of Kathryn Welch, whose tireless work retells the stories of the Linlithgow Munitionettes and her plans for a commemorative project; supports efforts to establish a permanent tribute to the Linlithgow Munitionettes, including proposals for a memorial at the former Regent Works site; recognises the Linlithgow Munitionettes highlight a societal shift after the wars paving the way for greater workplace equality and women’s rights; and calls for stories like that of the Linlithgow Munitionettes be memorialised and retold through national educational initiatives ensuring that their sacrifices and legacy are remembered and honoured for future generations.

747S.M.I.L.E. counselling's contribution to mental health support for young people

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Kirsteen Sullivan

That this House recognises the exceptional work of Supporting, Motivating, Inspiring, Leading to self-determination, and Empowering (S.M.I.L.E.) young people by S.M.I.L.E. since 2015; praises S.M.I.L.E.’s mission of ensuring that every individual has access to the mental health support they need, regardless of circumstance; recognises the pain and angst many children experienced during lockdown and the need to promote mental health conversations and support such as S.M.I.L.E; acknowledges S.M.I.L.E.’s wide range of services, including one-to-one counselling, school-based support, community education, and training programmes, all designed to equip young people and professionals with the skills to tackle mental health challenges and build resilience; thanks S.M.I.L.E. for providing over 16,000 hours of counselling to nearly 3,000 young people; further thanks S.M.I.L.E. for training over 1,000 people in mental health awareness and suicide prevention as a valued contribution to tackling the mental health crisis and supporting NHS services; and highlights the need for early intervention mental health services for all young people.

748Police funding settlement in rural areas

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Edward Morello

That this House notes with concern the ongoing funding disparities affecting rural police forces, particularly in areas such as West Dorset; recognises that rural forces face unique challenges, including vast geographical areas to cover with fewer officers, as well as significant seasonal population increases due to tourism, which are not adequately accounted for in current funding formulas; notes that West Dorset experiences a 42% increase in population during peak seasons, placing additional pressure on already stretched police resources; further notes that the current funding deficit of £3.6 million is projected to rise to £7.3 million next year, undermining the ability of local forces to keep communities safe; is alarmed that, despite submitting evidence-backed requests for an additional £12.2 million in annual funding—primarily to recruit 250 additional officers and staff—the necessary support has not been provided; regrets that to meet budget shortfalls, the Police and Crime Commissioner has been forced to reduce Community Support Officers by 43%, freeze staff recruitment, sell off surplus vehicles and buildings, restrict overtime, and halt all non-essential spending; and calls on the Government to urgently revise the police funding formula to ensure rural forces receive a fair and sustainable settlement that reflects the true demands placed upon them.

749Hospital maintenance

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 4

Helen Morgan

Jess Brown-Fuller

Alison Bennett

Dr Danny Chambers

That this House notes the appalling state of repair of NHS hospitals across the country; notes that the NHS maintenance backlog has reached £13.8bn; further notes that decaying and inadequate facilities threaten the safety of patients and staff; believes it is an outrage that overcrowded hospitals must close operating theatres because they are no longer fit for use; regrets the last Conservative government’s record of starved repair budgets and exploding maintenance backlogs, which made sewage leaks, cracked walls, crumbling ceilings, and sinking floors commonplace; further regrets that patients have suffered a double betrayal on the New Hospital Programme, of broken promises under the last Conservative government and of dither and delay under this government; also regrets the cost to the NHS of papering over the cracks and keeping hospitals running past their natural lifespan; calls on the government to ensure no one is treated in broken, uncomfortable and unsafe facilities; and further calls on the government to reverse their delay and urgently deliver the new hospitals that patients have long been promised.

750Healthcare in Winchester

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Dr Danny Chambers

That this House expresses deep concern over the ongoing crisis in healthcare provision in Winchester, including the two declarations of critical incidents at Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester this winter; notes with alarm that a primary cause of hospital overcrowding is the lack of social care packages available from the Conservative-run Hampshire County Council, preventing patients from being discharged and freeing up vital hospital beds; condemns the years of cuts and neglect to both health and local services by the previous government, including the repeated broken promises of delivering a new hospital in Hampshire despite the lack of available funding; is dismayed by the announcement that the New Hospitals Programme for Hampshire will be delayed by another decade until between 2037 and 2039, failing to deliver the investment urgently needed in Winchester for the provision of A&E services and building improvements; recognises the tireless efforts of healthcare professionals who continue to work under immense strain; calls on the Government to release a full impact assessment of how the delays to the New Hospital Programme will affect patients and NHS staff; and urges immediate action to provide the necessary resources to improve hospital facilities in Winchester, including more support for NHS staff, increased funding for building maintenance and more social care packages.

751Drug-resistant superbugs

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Dr Danny Chambers

That this House recognises the urgent and growing challenge posed by drug-resistant superbugs emerging from the conflict in Ukraine and elsewhere, which have significantly impacted patient treatment and healthcare systems across Europe; acknowledges the severity of injuries sustained in the war and the subsequent need for medical care across multiple European nations, having at times left doctors and patients with no viable antibiotic options for life- and limb-threatening infections; notes that the UK has extensive experience in tackling antimicrobial resistance and that UK scientists have demonstrated how these superbugs can affect hospitals in the UK, leading to critical disruptions in surgical theatres and high-dependency units; further notes the UK’s long-standing leadership in the discovery of antibiotics, investment in research, and development of rapid, cost-effective testing to combat such infections; welcomes the signing of the 100 Year Partnership between the UK and Ukraine in January this year and the opportunity it presents to improve infection control in hospitals, and enhance access to new diagnostic tests and antibiotic treatments to combat these infections; and calls on the Government to prioritise collaboration with Ukrainian healthcare professionals and our European partners to combat the spread of drug-resistant infections, ensuring that both Ukrainian and UK hospitals are better equipped with the necessary situational awareness/knowledge, tools, expertise, and antibiotics to safeguard public health.

752National Apprenticeships Week 2025

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Ian Sollom

That this House welcomes National Apprenticeship Week from the 10th to the 14th February 2025; celebrates the positive impact apprenticeships have on the British economy; further welcomes any events in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week 2025; and encourages more businesses to consider the benefits of taking on apprentices within the workforce.

753LGBT+ History Month 2025

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Christine Jardine

That this House celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2025; recognises that this year's theme is activism and social change, highlighting the contributions of LGBT+ people who helped advance society for all; notes that LGBT+ History Month can facilitate conversations around the continuing struggle for LGBT+ rights; regrets that there are a growing number of anti-LGBT+ laws in place across the world in nations including Russia, Hungary and Uganda; acknowledges the progress made for LGBT+ rights in the UK, but regrets that many inequalities still persist; notes with concern that nearly two-thirds of LGBT+ people in the UK have experienced violence or abuse; welcomes the Government's announcement of a draft Bill to ban conversion practices; and calls on all Rt hon. and hon. Members of this House to work together to tackle discrimination and achieve equality for all LGBT+ people.

754Frankie Ralph 100 mile run for Alzheimer's research

Tabled: 4/02/25 Signatories: 1

Graham Leadbitter

That this House congratulates Frankie Ralph, of Lossiemouth, for his extraordinary achievement of completing a 100-mile run in a single day on January 2nd 2025; recognises that he did so in order to raise funds for Alzheimer’s research in support of his close friend who is battling the disease; acknowledges the immense physical and mental endurance required to accomplish such a challenge; further recognises that Alzheimer's disease is a condition that affects millions of people and their families across the UK; commends Frankie for surpassing his fundraising target, raising over £27,000, inspiring others to join the fight against Alzheimer’s; and pays thanks to all those who are researching Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative diseases, to improve the lives of those affected and ultimately find a cure.

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.

669Lichfield Young Farmers' Club Christmas Tractor Run

Tabled: 21/01/25 Signatories: 8

Dave Robertson

Adam Jogee

Jim Shannon

Lizzi Collinge

Sarah Edwards

Josh Newbury

That this House congratulates Lichfield Young Farmers' Club and their committee of Tom Harrison, Thomas Sabin, Jess Smith-Moon, Tabitha Heathcote, Alfie Lee and Matilda Gall for organising the 2024 Christmas Tractor Run, which brought extra seasonal cheer to the city and was well received by the community; recognises that the event raised over £11,800 for good causes including St Giles Hospice and 4Louis; and notes that, through this fundraising, the event will support people at the end of their lives and families with child loss.

679Furniture poverty in social housing

Tabled: 22/01/25 Signatories: 21

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Steve Witherden

John McDonnell

Grahame Morris

Jeremy Corbyn

Jim Shannon

That this House recognises the problem of furniture poverty; notes that 6 million people in the UK are living without basic furniture; understands that the problem is particularly serious in the social rented sector with 2.3m social housing tenants lacking three or more essential items; acknowledges that only 2% of social housing properties are currently let as furnished or part-furnished compared to 29% in the private rented sector; believes in the importance of increasing the supply of homes for social rent but that a proportion of these homes must be offered to tenants furnished to reduce the levels of furniture poverty that exist across the UK; further believes this would help to provide stable accommodation for those fleeing domestic violence, helping to improve education outcomes for children and also helping to improve health outcomes; and calls on the Government to amend the Decent Homes Standard to ensure that at least 10% of all social homes be made available as furnished properties.

681Road safety in rural areas

Tabled: 22/01/25 Signatories: 21

Edward Morello

Adam Jogee

Ian Roome

Jess Brown-Fuller

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

That this House acknowledges the persistent road safety challenges in rural areas such as West Dorset, including large potholes, poor visibility, and narrow, winding roads shared by cars, lorries, buses, cyclists, and horse riders; calls on the Government to prioritise community-based road safety improvements and implement safety measures in new road infrastructure from the outset; highlights the importance of utilising advanced safety technologies in modern vehicles and ensuring road designs are compatible with these technologies; and urges investment in rural road networks to protect all road users and support the needs of local communities.

686Rural rail services

Tabled: 23/01/25 Signatories: 20

Edward Morello

Adam Dance

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Helen Maguire

Rachel Gilmour

That this House acknowledges the inadequate rail services in rural areas such as those on the Salisbury to Exeter railway line, which serves West Dorset constituency; calls on the Government to act on the analysis and recommendations of the Connecting South West England Report from Greengauge 21 on much-needed electrification and the upgrade of single-line tracks with passing points to double lines to reduce delays and improve service reliability for passengers and operators; expresses concern over the lack of alignment between the timeline for the nationalisation of South Western Rail and the establishment of Great British Railways, and the risk this poses for achieving a cohesive and integrated rail strategy; further highlights the potential for missed opportunities in delivering a unified vision for the rail network, risking fragmenting the long term approach to reform the rail network; and calls for targeted investment in rural rail infrastructure to address the underrepresentation of these areas in public transport planning.

687Thailand legalises same-sex marriage

Tabled: 23/01/25 Signatories: 9

Brian Leishman

Sarah Dyke

Will Stone

Apsana Begum

Carla Denyer

Ellie Chowns

That this House congratulates Thailand on becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to legalise same-sex marriage, a historic milestone for rights and equality in the region; celebrates the thousands of couples who have joyfully formalised their unions since the law came into effect, recognising the profound significance this holds for their rights, dignity, and equality; commends the tireless efforts of activists and progressive lawmakers whose dedication made this landmark achievement possible; notes that the new law ensures equal legal protections for same-sex couples, including inheritance rights, adoption, and medical decision-making; recognises Thailand’s leadership in fostering a more inclusive society; and encourages other nations in the region to follow this example by advancing marriage equality, affirming that love and commitment deserve recognition and protection regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

689Publication of fuel court prices

Tabled: 23/01/25 Signatories: 25

Martin Wrigley

Adam Dance

Jim Shannon

Helen Maguire

Tom Gordon

Jess Brown-Fuller

That this House calls on the Government to commit to the pump watch petrol price comparison platform, as recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority.

693Mobile phone theft

Tabled: 24/01/25 Signatories: 38

Dawn Butler

Robin Swann

Iqbal Mohamed

Ms Diane Abbott

Sorcha Eastwood

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

That this House notes with concern that an estimated 78,000 people had phones or bags snatched from them in Britain in the year to March 2024; further notes that this represented a 153% rise when compared to the year to March 2023; acknowledges that 70% of all thefts in London are specifically related to mobile phones; recognises concerns that it is currently too easy to re-register mobile devices to new individuals; and calls on leading phone companies to do more to work with the police to design methods to discourage phone theft.

694Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2025

Tabled: 24/01/25 Signatories: 34

Anna Sabine

Adam Jogee

Adam Dance

Ian Roome

Wera Hobhouse

Helen Maguire

That this House commemorates Cervical Cancer Prevention Week which has just passed; celebrates the progress the UK has made in routine cervical screening, known as smear tests, for women and HPV vaccinations for young girls and boys; remains committed to increasing the uptake of cervical screening as well as HPV vaccinations across society, as 80% of people will contract a high risk HPV infection in their lifetime; and praises the work of nurses, doctors and healthcare professionals in the screening and treatment of cervical cancer as well as the work of charities such as Macmillan and Cancer Research UK in their support for patients, families and the bereaved.

695Attempted removal of Ayman Odeh from the Israeli Knesset

Tabled: 24/01/25 Signatories: 9

Ayoub Khan

Chris Law

Colum Eastwood

Shockat Adam

Jeremy Corbyn

Carla Denyer

That this House expresses deep concern regarding the efforts of Israeli coalition and opposition politicians to oust MK Ayman Odeh from the Knesset; joins Odeh in welcoming the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal which enabled the exchange of Israeli and Palestinian hostages and abductees; supports the sentiment of Palestinians and Israelis being freed from the burden of occupation and building a shared future; notes that, of the 90 Palestinians hostages most recently released by Israel, 69 were women, 21 were children, and most had been held without charge or trial; acknowledges the existence of myriad political mechanisms that enable the targeting, exclusion, and marginalisation of Palestinian-Israeli members of the Knesset, including the conflation of one’s support for Palestinian rights with support for terrorism or incitement to violence; further notes the similar employment of the impeachment process against MK Ofer Cassif, as a result of his signing a petition in support of the South Africa’s case forwarded in the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza; believes in the value of maintaining a representative democracy that encompasses a broad array of political, social, and ethnic creeds; and calls on the Government to vehemently oppose any efforts by Israeli parliamentarians to further solidify an ethnocratic, apartheid state, and deny the Palestinian population’s right to self-determination through the rooting out of democratically elected officials that represent their cause.

702Preventing sudden deaths from undiagnosed heart conditions

Tabled: 27/01/25 Signatories: 23

Helen Maguire

Ian Roome

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Sir Julian Lewis

Wera Hobhouse

That this House notes with concern that at least 12 young people die each week in the UK from undiagnosed heart conditions, often without symptoms; highlights that these conditions can often be detected through simple electrocardiogram screenings; calls for greater awareness of cardiac health in schools, universities and grassroots sports, where physical activity increases risks; and urges the Government to expand access to diagnostic checks and screenings to prevent avoidable deaths among young people.

705Snares

Tabled: 27/01/25 Signatories: 7

Ruth Jones

Mary Kelly Foy

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Carla Denyer

Ellie Chowns

John McDonnell

That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to ban the use of snares in England and is heartened that the governments of Wales and Scotland have already successfully implemented such a ban; notes that a 2016 motion calling for a ban on snares was passed unanimously, and further, that a 2023 parliamentary debate on snares was triggered after more than 100,000 people signed a government petition; understands that many conservation land owners, such as The Woodland Trust, RSPB and Wildlife Trusts do not use snares on welfare grounds; further notes that many organisations including the British Veterinary Association, the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission, the RSPCA, Dog’s Trust, Cats Protection and Badger Trust support a ban on snares on the grounds of animal welfare; acknowledges that snares are notoriously indiscriminate, catching, injuring and killing non-target animals, such as badgers, cats, dogs and deer, as well as causing pain and suffering to wild animals; and, in light of YouGov polling in 2025 demonstrating that 71% of those who live in England believe that the use of snares should be made illegal in the country, calls on the Government to bring in a ban on the sale, possession and use of all snares without delay.

707The Bereavement Journey programme

Tabled: 27/01/25 Signatories: 10

Ruth Jones

Adam Jogee

Jim Shannon

Christine Jardine

Ayoub Khan

Mary Kelly Foy

That this House celebrates that The Bereavement Journey community grief support programme, produced by AtaLoss, has doubled to running in 400 locations across the country since its relaunch last year; further celebrates 30 years since its start in original form; and commends the communities running the programme as they seek to respond to the cumulative impact of bereavement on society.

711Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders

Tabled: 28/01/25 Signatories: 12

Bob Blackman

Jim Shannon

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Fabian Hamilton

Ellie Chowns

Ben Lake

That this House notes the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s report into Equitable Life; acknowledges its finding of a decade of maladministration by Government Departments and their regulators and its recommendation for full financial redress; further notes the then Government’s acceptance of the report’s findings and how much individuals lost in retirement savings because of the maladministration; supports the principle that where the state has accepted responsibility for a failure, as well as the financial losses flowing from it, full redress should be provided; notes that of the £4.1billion losses suffered by Equitable Life policyholders only £1.5 billion was made available for compensation; expresses deep concern that an estimated £180 million of that severely limited compensation is set to be kept by the Treasury and not reach the individuals affected; and calls on the Government to ensure that the full value of the £1.5 billion compensation announced to and authorised by Parliament is paid to policyholders, including to the most elderly and vulnerable pre-1992 with-profits annuitants who were excluded from the Equitable Life Payments Scheme on a technicality.

713Royal Horticultural Society and A3/M25 roadworks

Tabled: 28/01/25 Signatories: 9

Zöe Franklin

Jim Shannon

Helen Maguire

Monica Harding

Dr Al Pinkerton

Sarah Dyke

That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to horticultural education and research at Wisley Gardens in Guildford; further recognises the important contribution the garden makes in terms of community engagement and events, leisure and health and wellbeing; notes with concern the current £6 million financial loss, predicted to total £11 million by 2026, that the National Highways A3/M25 roadworks are having on the Wisley Gardens and the RHS; and calls on the Government to engage with the charity and recognising this financial impact through compensation in order to safeguard for the future the RHS and its vital work.

714Changing drinking culture on the parliamentary estate

Tabled: 28/01/25 Signatories: 4

Martin Wrigley

Jim Shannon

Ellie Chowns

Siân Berry

That this House believes there should not be any alcoholic drinking on the premises during daytime working hours.

715Heathrow airport third runway expansion

Tabled: 29/01/25 Signatories: 20

Munira Wilson

Sarah Olney

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Dr Roz Savage

Dr Al Pinkerton

Edward Morello

That this House regrets that the Government has indicated its support for the expansion of Heathrow airport; highlights that Heathrow is the single largest polluter in the UK and that its emissions account for over half of all UK aviation emissions; further highlights that the addition of a third runway contradicts the Government’s stated net zero targets; believes that economic growth should be balanced by environmental and health considerations; and urges the Government to reject proposals for a third runway at Heathrow.

716Metropolitan Police’s Gangs Violence Matrix

Tabled: 29/01/25 Signatories: 14

Kim Johnson

Mary Kelly Foy

Ian Byrne

Ellie Chowns

Zarah Sultana

Ms Diane Abbott

That this House notes the imminent deadline of 13 February 2025 for the permanent deletion of the Metropolitan Police’s Gangs Violence Matrix (GVM) database following a successful legal challenge that highlighted its racist application and breaches of the European Convention on Human Rights; further notes that this database has unlawfully profiled and targeted individuals, including many who have never committed a crime, and may have been used as illegal evidence to charge or prosecute individuals using a gang narrative, including under the Joint Enterprise doctrine; expresses deep concern that the deletion of this database will destroy critical evidence needed to rectify miscarriages of justice and to ensure accountability for illegal police practices; calls on the Home Secretary to immediately intervene to delay or prevent the deletion of the database; and urges the Government to identify an independent body to safeguard the data while investigating its harmful impacts and supporting those affected to seek justice.

722Free-to-air television coverage of the Six Nations

Tabled: 29/01/25 Signatories: 26

Max Wilkinson

Adam Dance

Wera Hobhouse

Dr Roz Savage

Helen Maguire

Calum Miller

That this House recognises the unique place of the Six Nations Championship within the cultural life of each of the four nations of the UK; believes that, given the special national interest, free-to-air live television coverage of the Championship must be protected; notes with grave concern recent reports that rights for live coverage of the Championship may be sold and coverage put behind a paywall; and calls for the men’s and women’s Six Nations to be listed as Category A listed events under the Broadcasting Act 1996.

723Women's health hubs

Tabled: 30/01/25 Signatories: 23

Helen Maguire

Steve Darling

Luke Taylor

Adam Dance

Anna Sabine

Jess Brown-Fuller

That this House notes with deep concern the Government’s decision to reduce women’s health targets in NHS guidance, including the removal of the commitment to roll out women’s health hubs across all integrated care boards; recognises that these hubs provide vital services, including faster diagnosis for conditions such as endometriosis and osteoporosis, which disproportionately impact women’s quality of life; further notes that the Government’s own cost-benefit analysis found that every £1 spent on these hubs generates £5 in benefits; notes that waiting times for gynaecological services remain unacceptably high, with conditions like endometriosis taking an average of 8 years and 10 months to diagnose; warns that deprioritising women’s health risks worsening health inequalities; and urges the Government to reinstate the target for a nationwide rollout of women’s health hubs to ensure women receive the care they deserve.

724Impact of Storm Herminia in Somerset and the South West

Tabled: 30/01/25 Signatories: 11

Adam Dance

Anna Sabine

Helen Maguire

Edward Morello

Jess Brown-Fuller

Martin Wrigley

That this House is concerned by the impact of the flash flooding caused by Storm Herminia in Somerset and the South West; notes that communities in South Petherton, Chard, and Ilminster were some of the worst affected; thanks the Emergency Services and Somerset Council personnel for their bravery and tireless work in response to the flooding; further thanks local volunteers for their support and generosity; recognises the role of climate change in exacerbating extreme weather events and the threat this poses to communities across the South West; acknowledges that the funding and resources available to emergency services and Somerset Council remain under immense pressure; and calls on the Government to provide more funding for councils in the South West to respond to flash flooding and provide funding for flood defences into the future, to ensure communities can commit to long-term flood preparedness plans.

725Maternity care in the UK

Tabled: 30/01/25 Signatories: 29

Jess Brown-Fuller

Alison Bennett

Helen Morgan

Dr Danny Chambers

Adam Dance

Steve Darling

That this House notes the devastating toll of deaths and trauma in childbirth on families across the country; further notes that the Care Quality Commission investigation of over 100 maternity units found that 65% are not sufficiently safe; notes that maternity services are afflicted by low staff morale, burnout, absenteeism, and the loss of trained staff; notes that maternity cases account for nearly 60% of the cost of NHS clinical negligence claims; regrets that many women do not automatically receive referral to mental health and other services after a miscarriage; further regrets the prevalence of inadequate equipment, inappropriate and crumbling maternity wards, and of weak management of incidents and slow triage of those in need of urgent intervention; regrets that failures identified at Shrewsbury and Telford and East Kent Hospitals are widespread and, years later, have not been adequately addressed; believes that addressing disparities in obstetric care is essential for a fair society; further believes that the UK should strive to be the safest place in the world to have a baby; calls on the Government to urgently implement the Immediate and Essential Actions in the Ockenden report; and further calls on the Government to end needless tragedy in our maternity units, and ensure that every woman who is giving birth can expect the highest standards of safety, professionalism, care and respect.

727Northern Ireland Protocol

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 3

Alex Easton

Jim Shannon

Jim Allister

That this House acknowledges the ongoing harm caused by the Northern Ireland Protocol to Northern Ireland’s place within the United Kingdom and its economic and trade stability; recognises the disruption caused by the Irish Sea border, which imposes unnecessary regulatory and customs barriers between Northern Ireland and Great Britain; notes with deep concern the damage inflicted on businesses across North Down, where local firms have faced increased costs, supply chain disruptions, and reduced competitiveness as a direct consequence of the Protocol; further highlights the democratic deficit created by the imposition of EU laws without consent; welcomes the Mutual Enforcement Bill introduced by the hon. Member for North Antrim as a fair and practical alternative to the Protocol; believes that mutual enforcement would remove the need for internal trade barriers while respecting both UK and EU regulations; and urges the Government to adopt this Bill as the definitive solution to restoring Northern Ireland’s full and equal place within the United Kingdom, protecting businesses, and ensuring economic stability.

728Renaming Heathrow Airport after Queen Elizabeth II

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 10

Adam Jogee

Jim Shannon

Jim Allister

Andrew Rosindell

John Slinger

Robin Swann

That this House remembers with gratitude the 70 years of service Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gave to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; gives thanks for her commitment and dedication over seven decades; acknowledges that Tuesday 21 April 2026 will be the 100th anniversary of Her late Majesty’s birth; supports the calls of the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme to mark this anniversary by renaming Heathrow Airport after Her late Majesty as a fitting tribute to a lifetime of service; and fondly remembers the contribution to our United Kingdom made by Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II over 70 long and glorious years.

729World Cancer Day and Leukaemia UK’s Take Action, Save Lives report

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 30

Clive Jones [R]

Sorcha Eastwood

Helen Maguire

Steve Darling

Ian Roome

Martin Wrigley

That this House recognises that World Cancer Day is held on 4 February; welcomes the launch of Leukaemia UK’s report, Take Action, Save Lives, which highlights the need for a National Cancer Strategy with commitments to save and improve the lives of those affected by leukaemia; notes that nearly 60,000 people are affected by leukaemia in the UK, and 10,000 people are newly diagnosed every year, while it mainly affects adults, leukaemia is the most common childhood cancer; expresses concern that if no action is taken nearly 80% of those diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) today, will not survive this Parliament; appreciates that the five-year survival rate of AML, 22%, is one of the lowest of all cancers; urges the Government to adopt the report’s recommendations, including a commitment to double the 5-year survival of AML from 22% to 44%; and encourages all Members of Parliament to attend Leukaemia UK’s drop-in event in Parliament on World Cancer Day.

730Recognition of Mary Cobbett’s outstanding community contribution

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 5

Dr Roz Savage

Helen Maguire

Steve Darling

Adam Dance

Jim Shannon

That this House recognises the exceptional dedication and community spirit of Mary Cobbett, whose tireless efforts have made a profound difference to the lives of many in Cirencester; acknowledges her role as a founder of Cirencester Pantry, a cooperative initiative that not only helps families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis but also plays a crucial role in reducing food waste; commends her outstanding work in securing over £60,000 in benefits for local families this year, ensuring that those in need receive the support they are entitled to; further applauds her extensive involvement in organising community events, supporting local organisations such as Armes House, and advocating for vulnerable individuals; notes that her selfless commitment extends far beyond a single project, encompassing welfare support, social inclusion, and practical assistance for those facing hardship; and calls on this House to recognise Mary Cobbett as a true community hero, whose dedication and compassion continue to transform lives across Cirencester.

731World Cancer Day 2025

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 6

Jim Shannon

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Tom Morrison

Manuela Perteghella

Mary Kelly Foy

Christine Jardine

That this House notes World Cancer Day 2025, celebrated on 4 February; highlights that cancer is more than just a medical diagnosis, behind every diagnosis lies a unique human story, with the same hope but different outcomes; underlines that about one in five people develop cancer in their lifetime, and approximately one in nine men and one in 12 women die from the disease; further notes that on World Cancer Day, everyone can make a difference by sharing their stories and spreading the word; and urges Government to continue providing funding and research into further cancer study, to ensure we can live in a world where millions of cancer deaths are prevented.

732MV Princess Victoria

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 2

Jim Shannon

Jim Allister

That this House remembers the 72nd Anniversary of the sinking of the MV Princess Victoria, which went down off the County Down Coast, with the loss of 135 passengers and crew; notes that the 1950s ferry disaster was the biggest loss of life in UK waters after the second world war; highlights that the disaster happened during a gale-force wind storm, which claimed the lives of two senior Unionist figures, Northern Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, Maynard Sinclair and North Down MP Sir Walter Smiles; underlines the lifeboats fantastic crew, that saved the lives of 33 of the 44 people rescued and that a vigil is to be held on Donaghadee Harbour to mark the occasion; and remembers the lives of those lost and that this event will never be forgotten.

733Eco-Museum of Scottish Mining Landscapes

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 4

Brian Leishman

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Jim Shannon

Mary Kelly Foy

That this House recognises the cultural, historical, and environmental significance of Scotland’s mining landscapes and welcomes the creation of the Eco-Museum of Scottish Mining Landscapes; commends the work of Dr Catherine Mills of the University of Stirling, in collaboration with local communities and heritage partners, in preserving and celebrating the legacy of coal mining across the Midland Coalfield, which stretches from Ayrshire to Fife; notes that this project builds on the success of the Landscape Legacies of Coal initiative, saving and expanding a collection of over 180 miles of walking routes with more than 1,000 points of interest, illustrated with historical images, maps, oral histories, poetry, song, and art; acknowledges that coal mining once played a vital role in Scotland’s economy and social fabric, employing 150,000 workers at its post-war peak, yet the rapid decline of the industry led to the erasure of much of its industrial archaeology; further recognises that, despite this loss, mining landscapes remain rich with memory, identity, and potential, serving as spaces of heritage, ecological transformation, and green energy transition; further welcomes the community-led approach of the Eco-Museum, which ensures that local voices shape the narrative of Scotland’s industrial past; and calls on the Government to support the preservation and promotion of Scotland’s mining landscapes through heritage funding, community engagement initiatives, and the integration of these landscapes into national education, conservation, and tourism strategies.

734South Western Railway service standards and performance

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 10

Luke Taylor

Helen Maguire

Steve Darling

Martin Wrigley

Edward Morello

Neil Duncan-Jordan

That this House notes with deep concern the inadequate state of train services provided by South Western Railway, particularly affecting Worcester Park Station, but also across the broader train network; highlights the ongoing issues of frequent cancellations, delays, and short-formed trains, often leaving commuters unable to board and contributing to overcrowding; further notes the decline in service frequency, despite growing passenger demand post-pandemic; and emphasises the frustration of constituents, who are facing rising fares while enduring deteriorating service standards.

735Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (Amendment) Bill

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 5

Liz Saville Roberts

Ben Lake

Llinos Medi

Ann Davies

Jim Shannon

That this House condemns sexual harassment in the workplace; highlights a 2023 TUC poll that shows three in five women, 58%, have experienced sexual harassment, bullying, or verbal abuse in the workplace; argues that legislating in this space is long overdue, and is necessary to ensure staff safety in the workplace; notes that while international law recognises the right to work free from violence and harassment, the recommendations of the International Labour Organisation’s Convention 190 have yet to be fully implemented in the UK; calls on the Government to give its support for the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (Amendment) Bill, developed alongside the Suzy Lampugh Trust and Rights of Women, which would amend the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to make gender-based violence and harassment in the workplace an enforceable health and safety measure; further argues that the UK Government’s goal to halve violence against women and girls in the next decade cannot be achieved without a cross-departmental and public health approach which goes beyond a focus on criminal justice; and implores the Government to establish a systematic, collective, and publicly enforceable approach to gender-based violence prevention by supporting this Bill.

736Chants at the Aston Villa vs Glasow Celtic UEFA Champions League match

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 3

Mr Gregory Campbell

Jim Shannon

Gavin Robinson

That this House notes that at the recent Aston Villa versus Glasgow Celtic UEFA Champions League match there were a number of deeply regrettable and hate-filled chants from some Celtic supporters referencing the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II, in the knowledge that her grandson the Prince of Wales, a very well-known Aston Villa fan, was in attendance; and expresses the hope that where this type of chanting occurs at games there will be outright condemnation from the clubs whose so-called fans are responsible, and steps taken to identify those responsible and the appropriate action taken to prevent any repeat.

737Caton Methodist Church

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 2

Lizzi Collinge

Jim Shannon

That this House marks the closing of the Caton Methodist Church building; thanks the community for all the work undertaken out of that building; further marks the continuation of said work in their new home of the Lune Valley Methodist Hub; and recognises the work of other community organisations across Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

738Early detection of heart valve disease

Tabled: 3/02/25 Signatories: 4

Gill Furniss

Jim Shannon

Mary Kelly Foy

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House recognises heart valve disease as a common, serious, but treatable condition affecting 1.5 million people over the age of 65 in the UK; notes that with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, patients can return to a good quality of life; acknowledges the urgent need to ensure that patients diagnosed with heart valve disease have clear and timely access to care, including streamlined referral pathways within the NHS to prevent delays that could compromise outcomes and burdens the NHS; further highlights the importance of equitable access to treatment, ensuring that no one is left behind; celebrates advances in digital health, including wearable technology, AI-powered diagnostics, and telehealth, which offer transformative opportunities for early detection; and calls on the Government to champion the integration of digital stethoscopes and AI tools into routine healthcare to enable faster, more accurate diagnoses and improve outcomes for patients with heart valve disease.