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Published – Friday 25 April 2025

Early Day Motions tabled on Thursday 24 April 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

1136Travel-related restrictions and haemoglobin tests for blood donations

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

That this House celebrates the opening of the new Brixton Blood Donation Centre, which has welcomed over 3,700 donors in its first three months of operation, including more than 1,000 first-time donors and 10 per cent identifying as Black; recognises this as a promising step towards improving the diversity of the donor pool; notes with concern that this progress remains insufficient in the face of rising demand for the Ro blood subtype commonly found in people of African descent, which is essential for treating sickle cell anaemia, the fastest-growing genetic condition in the UK, with usage increasing by 15 per cent annually; is aware that only 2 per cent of regular blood donors currently have the Ro subtype; further notes that many willing donors, particularly of African and Caribbean heritage, are being turned away due to travel deferral rules due to the presence of diseases which can be tested for and iron testing protocols that are not precise and reject a number of Black women from donating for low iron levels when a further test could be done; acknowledges the importance of maintaining a safe blood supply, but stresses that outdated and overly restrictive guidelines are excluding healthy donors and putting patients’ lives at risk; and calls on the Government, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and NHS Blood and Transplant to urgently review travel-related deferral policies and haemoglobin thresholds in line with the latest scientific evidence and international practice, including the use of more accurate, population-sensitive testing methods.

113720th anniversary of the Upper Bann Fusiliers Flute Band

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Carla Lockhart

That this House congratulates the Upper Bann Fusiliers Flute Band on the occasion of their 20th anniversary; notes the band’s commitment to music, tradition and community over the past two decades; recognises the role flute bands play in cultural heritage and youth engagement across Northern Ireland; further notes that the band will mark this milestone with a commemorative parade in Lurgan on Friday 25th April 2025; commends all those involved in organising the event and participating bands; and wishes the Upper Bann Fusiliers continued success for the years ahead.

1138Foster Care Fortnight

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Jess Asato

That this House celebrates Foster Care Fortnight from May 12 to May 25 in its aim to raise awareness about fostering and highlight the transformative role of foster carers; recognises the importance of foster care for providing children who are unable to live with their families with a safe, stable and loving home; urges the Government to commit to a dedicated national foster care strategy to recruit more foster carers and improve commissioning processes to get children in the right home for them the first time; further urges Ministers to acknowledge the outstanding contribution of foster carers, including those approved for by both local authorities and independent fostering agencies, and to ensure they have continued access to the support, training and resources needed to provide the highest standard of care for vulnerable children; and encourages all hon. Members to promote Foster Care Fortnight and engage with their local authority and providers to raise awareness of the vital work they do.

1139Birmingham Airport

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Ayoub Khan

That this House acknowledges the vital role of aviation in bolstering trade, tourism, and cultural exchange; recognises Birmingham Airport as a crucial gateway serving the Midlands and beyond; calls upon the Government to work collaboratively with airlines and relevant stakeholders to increase the number of direct international flights from Birmingham Airport; welcomes the potential agreement forthcoming for direct flights from Birmingham to Sylhet, Bangladesh, in light of the significant British Bangladeshi community residing in the region, enhancing connectivity and economic opportunities; notes that facilitating direct travel routes would aid in reducing unnecessary travel times and costs currently faced by passengers who must transit via other airports; further notes that such services would contribute positively to regional development by attracting business and tourism, aligning with the Government's growth agenda and its commitment to regional economic growth and prosperity; and urges the prioritisation of the expansion of direct flight routes from Birmingham Airport, especially to underserved destinations like Sylhet, and to engage in dialogue with both domestic and international airlines to address this demand, thereby supporting the UK's broader strategic interests in aviation, trade, and community connectivity.

1140Birmingham bin strikes

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Ayoub Khan

That this House expresses profound concern over the ongoing bin strikes in Birmingham, which have significantly disrupted waste collection services and impacted the daily lives of residents across the city; notes the importance of essential frontline services being maintained efficiently and the need for fair and equitable working conditions for refuse collection staff; calls on Birmingham City Council to engage constructively with trade unions and all relevant stakeholders to swiftly reach an immediate settlement that addresses the concerns of the workers involved; and urges the Government to support local negotiations where possible, ensuring that adequate resources and guidance are provided to facilitate a fair resolution to the industrial action and to re-establish reliable waste management services for all communities in Birmingham.

1141Armenian genocide

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Chris Law

That this House joins the Armenian community in commemorating the 110th anniversary of the Medz Yaghern, or Great Crime, otherwise known as the Armenian genocide where 1.5 million Armenians were massacred and starved by the Ottomans; notes the urgent need to formally recognise the Armenian genocide, fully support commemorative activities, and promote educational initiatives; pays tribute to the victims, survivors and their descendants, who faced the Armenian genocide; encourages the sharing of testimonies in order to ensure the horrors of the past are never repeated or forgotten; expresses thanks to all of those who work to educate every person from every background in the UK about the Armenian genocide, its contemporary relevance, and why we must acknowledge this crime as having happened; urges all hon. and Rt hon. Members to observe this day and to pledge to speak out against the denial of the Armenian genocide; and calls on the Government to formally recognise the Armenian genocide.

1142Mass deportation of illegal migrants

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 1

Rupert Lowe

That this House expresses grave concern at the continued presence of over one million illegal migrants in the United Kingdom; notes that illegal entry into the country represents a clear breach of national law and undermines the integrity of the UK’s immigration system; further notes the considerable cost to the taxpayer in housing, processing and supporting individuals with no legal right to remain in the UK; recognises the growing public demand for decisive and consistent enforcement of immigration laws; and therefore urges the Government to implement a comprehensive national strategy to identify, detain, and deport all individuals found to be residing in the United Kingdom illegally, and to ensure that such policies are backed by the necessary legislative, diplomatic, logistical and financial resources to restore confidence in the rule of law and the security of our borders.

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.

1061British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme

Tabled: 7/04/25 Signatories: 23

Ann Davies

Ben Lake

Llinos Medi

Liz Saville Roberts

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Dave Doogan

That this House is deeply concerned regarding the impact of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme (BCSSS) scandal; notes that, in the Autumn Budget, the Government released equivalent funds from the Miners’ Pension Scheme (MPS), but this welcome move to improve former miners’ pensions was not extended to the BCSSS; highlights that the Government’s failure to release frozen funds is causing immense hardship for people who have paid into the system for decades but are now left without the vital support they need and deserve; further notes that the BCSSS Trustees have been campaigning for members of the BCSSS to be treated equally to members of the MPS; agrees with the Trustees in their view that the £2.3bn BCSSS investment reserve should be transferred to members as soon as possible; and calls on the Government to review how any future surplus in the BCSSS is shared between members and the Government.

1074International Day of the Midwife

Tabled: 7/04/25 Signatories: 49

Dr Simon Opher

Jim Shannon

Margaret Mullane

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Ms Diane Abbott

Robin Swann

That this House recognises the International Day of the Midwife, on 5 May, along with its theme for 2025, ‘Midwives: critical in every crisis’; expresses its support for midwives in the United Kingdom and around the world for the vital contribution they make in providing care and support to women and their families during pregnancy, throughout labour and during the period after a baby’s birth; notes however that, globally, we are facing a growing number of compounding crises, including natural disasters, war, and the ongoing impact of climate change, which can threaten the safe, effective delivery of maternity care; recognises the importance of the role of midwives in caring for women during these challenging times; further recognises that, in both times of peace and in times of crisis, midwives can and do support safe births and provide antenatal and postnatal care as well as sexual and reproductive healthcare, and educate and prepare women with the knowledge and tools they need to stay safe and healthy; and commends the contribution made by the International Confederation of Midwives and the Royal College of Midwives in championing better, safer maternity care, at home and abroad.

1077Chalk stream river protection

Tabled: 8/04/25 Signatories: 23

Alex Brewer

Sarah Dyke

Helen Maguire

Martin Wrigley

Edward Morello

Steff Aquarone

That this House recognises the crucial role of chalk stream rivers in ensuring water security and supporting local ecosystems; acknowledges the significant threats faced by chalk stream rivers, including over-abstraction, wastewater pollution, sewage dumping, and urban development; notes with concern that, without action, incidents of water scarcity and ecological degradation in these unique waterways will increase due to ongoing environmental harm; further notes that in 2024 there was more than 975 hours’ worth of sewage pumped into the river Loddon and the river Whitewater, two chalk stream rivers that run through North East Hampshire; and calls on the Government to recognise the ecological distinctiveness of chalk streams and implement specific protections to preserve them, as these irreplaceable ecosystems are at risk of disappearing without urgent intervention.

1085Ian Gibson Fellowship

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 5

Alice Macdonald

Jim Shannon

Clive Lewis

Jess Asato

Siân Berry

That this House welcomes the announcement by the Quadram Institute and UK charity, Invest in ME Research, to fund the first postdoctoral fellowship for research into myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME); congratulates Dr Katharine Seton on being the first fellow and notes that this new position was created to continue and extend research into ME and build on the foundations already in place for further developing the UK/European Centre of Excellence for ME research on the Norwich Research Park; is pleased that the charity has decided to name this fellowship the Invest in ME Research Ian Gibson Fellowship in memory of scientist, Scottish footballer and good friend of people with ME, the late Dr Ian Gibson, who led research into cancer and became Dean of Biological Sciences at the University of East Anglia in 1991 and elected Member of Parliament for Norwich North in 1997; and believes this is a fitting tribute to the former Member for Norwich North who was a highly respected Chair of the Science and Technology Select Committee and an outstanding advocate for science and health.

1088Northfleet School for Girls award of the Lionesses Futures Fund Pitch

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 3

Dr Lauren Sullivan

Jim Shannon

Daniel Francis

That this House congratulates Northfleet Schools Trust on securing £970,000 from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation; celebrates the creation of a new 3G pitch at Northfleet School for Girls to expand women’s and girls’ football in Gravesham; commends England’s Lionesses as reigning European champions and sends them the support of this House and country as they prepare to defend their title this summer; and welcomes the positive impact this investment will have on sport and community life across Gravesham.

1090Introduction of the Hillsborough Law and the 36th anniversary

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 31

Tom Morrison

Jess Brown-Fuller

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Vikki Slade

That this House supports the urgent introduction of the Hillsborough Law to ensure justice, transparency and accountability in public inquiries and inquests; recognises the tireless campaigning of the Hillsborough families and survivors, who have fought for over three decades for the truth to be acknowledged and for meaningful reform; notes that the Hillsborough Law would enshrine a statutory duty of candour on public authorities and officials, ensuring they act with honesty and integrity during investigations and would provide bereaved families with parity of legal representation during inquests; further notes with concern that, despite a commitment made by the Prime Minister in September 2024 that the law would be introduced before the 36th anniversary of the tragedy on 15 April 2025, this deadline was unfortunately missed; believes that this delay risks further undermining trust in the system and prolonging the pain of those affected; and calls on the Government to honour its promise by bringing forward and implementing the Hillsborough Law in full, without dilution, as a lasting legacy of justice and reform in memory of the 97 lives lost at Hillsborough.

1094NHS parking charges

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 17

Sarah Gibson

Jim Shannon

Zöe Franklin

Sarah Dyke

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Helen Maguire

That this House notes with concern that hospital patients, staff and visitors have been charged over £1 billion in car parking fees over the past eight years; recognises the significant financial burden this places on National Health Service staff, who work tirelessly to provide care, and on patients and their families, who should not face exorbitant costs while accessing essential healthcare services; further notes that hospital parking charges amount to an unfair tax on the sick and those who care for them; calls on the Government to cut hospital parking fees for National Health Service staff, patients and visitors; and urges the Government to establish a visitors and caring fund to ensure that National Health Service trusts can offset the revenue lost from parking fees without compromising investment in frontline services.

1100Rory McIlroy’s grand slam victory

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 5

Alex Easton

Jim Shannon

Jim Allister

Clive Jones

Ben Lake

That this House congratulates Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy on his historic victory at the 89th Masters Tournament at Augusta National, becoming only the sixth male golfer in history to complete the modern career Grand Slam; notes that McIlroy’s triumph, following a dramatic sudden-death playoff against England’s Justin Rose, sees him join the legendary ranks of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods as winners of all four major championships; pays tribute to his remarkable journey from his early days at Holywood Golf Club in County Down, where his talent was first nurtured and developed; recognises the immense pride his achievement brings to the people of Northern Ireland and the inspiration he provides to young athletes across the region; and acknowledges McIlroy’s continuing role as a global ambassador for Northern Irish sport, demonstrating the strength, character, and sporting excellence that his home nation contributes to the world stage.

1107St George’s Day 2025

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 17

Adam Jogee

Leigh Ingham

David Williams

Dave Robertson

Dr Allison Gardner

Mr Luke Charters

That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St. George's Day on 23 April 2025; understands the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity across the United Kingdom; welcomes the opportunity to celebrate England's patron saint and all that is great about England not least its history, identity, cultures and traditions; notes the application from the Hon. Members for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Buckingham and Bletchley to the Backbench Business Committee for a debate to mark St George’s Day 2025 and English Affairs and looks forward to the debate taking place at the earliest opportunity; encourages schools and their leaders in counties, cities, towns and villages across England to give our young people the chance to engage with and enjoy this day; and gives thanks for the leadership role that England, and the United Kingdom, plays on the world stage and reaffirms its commitment to preserving, celebrating and cherishing England’s green and pleasant lands, and her people, this year and all years.

1108Glastry College success

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 2

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

That this House notes the success of Glastry College in winning the under-16 Ulster High Schools Rugby Shield; highlights the fantastic efforts of the Rugby Team and how all their hard word and dedication has paid off; underlines the ongoing support of the coaches and that this success would not have been possible without everyone's enthusiasm; further notes that Glastry College is a secondary school in Strangford that has over 600 pupils, including 90 students in their sixth form college; further highlights how proud everyone is of the team and that this will inspire younger pupils in the school wanting to get involved in sports; wishes the team continued success for the future; and trusts that this remarkable achievement will go down in history for the school.

1112The death of His Holiness Pope Francis

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 3

Adam Jogee

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Clive Jones

That this House notes with deep sadness the death of the Holy Father, His Holiness Pope Francis, on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025; gives thanks for his life of service to the Catholic Church, his loyalty to the teachings of Jesus Christ and compassion for those most in need right across the world; and stands in solidarity and sympathy with the Catholic community in Newcastle-under-Lyme and up and down the United Kingdom who mourn his passing and expresses its wish that Pope Francis rests in eternal peace.

1115LED headlights

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 11

Martin Wrigley

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

Helen Maguire

Clive Jones

Mr Will Forster

That this House notes with concern the growing number of reports and studies from organisations including the RAC indicating that excessive brightness and improper alignment of some LED headlights can cause discomfort, temporary blindness, and pose safety risks to other road users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians; is concerned about the lack of specific regulations to address LED's brightness levels and align standards for LED headlights in the UK; awaits the findings of the Department for Transport's independent review into headlight glare; and calls on the Government to ensure regulation for the brightness of LED car headlights improves road safety for all users, with collaboration from automotive manufacturers, safety experts, and international bodies, and to implement standards for vehicle lighting which balance technological advancement with public safety as soon as possible.

1116Sentencing Guidelines and pre-sentence reports

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 18

Josh Babarinde

Clive Jones

Wera Hobhouse

Martin Wrigley

Jess Brown-Fuller

Zöe Franklin

That this House recognises that everyone should be treated equally under the law; further recognises the vital role pre-sentence reports (PSRs) play in providing courts with the information they need to make informed sentencing decisions that keep our communities safe while aiming to rehabilitate offenders; believes that the equal application of justice is a fundamental principle of a fair society; expresses concern that the use of PSRs has declined sharply by 44% between 2013 and 2023; notes with concern that the Probation Service has been left overstretched and under-resourced, making it difficult to consistently deliver high-quality PSRs; acknowledges the importance of addressing disproportionality that sees ethnic minority communities over-represented in the criminal justice system, including by fully implementing the recommendations of the Lammy and Angiolini Reviews; and calls on the Government to restore public confidence and ensure everyone is treated equally under the law by taking steps to make PSRs consistently available and bringing forward a Royal Commission on Sentencing to restore public confidence and guide evidence-based reforms.

1117Collapse of Rana Plaza, Bangladesh

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 9

Apsana Begum

John McDonnell

Ian Byrne

Jim Shannon

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

That this House marks that on 24 April 2025 it is 12 years since the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which killed at least 1,132 workers and injured more than 2,500, a large proportion of whom were women in what was one of the worst industrial accidents on record; is concerned at the ongoing poor labour conditions, low wages and unsafe work environments, with a high incidence of work-related accidents and deaths, faced by workers in the garment sector worldwide; notes the emergence of new health and safety risks in the wake of the climate crisis, such as heat stress and flood risk; recognises that without the ability to organise, workers are inhibited from fully securing improved working conditions and challenging abuse; believes that all workers deserve a workplace that provides them with a living wage, safe working conditions and trade union rights including the right to refuse unsafe work, to take strike action and to collectively bargain; and calls on global clothing brands to uphold commitments to conduct enhanced human rights due diligence with workers and their representatives and implement responsible and ethical purchasing practices.

1118Bracknell Town Council 70th anniversary

Tabled: 22/04/25 Signatories: 3

Peter Swallow

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

That this House notes the 70th anniversary of Bracknell Town Council; recognises the significant contribution the Town Council has made over seven decades; expresses its heartfelt thanks to all those who have served as town councillors, of all parties, as well as its hard-working staff; and commends its continued commitment to provide services for the residents of Bracknell Town.

1120Second state visit by Donald Trump

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 17

Kate Osborne

Ms Diane Abbott

Steve Witherden

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Kim Johnson

Nadia Whittome

That this House notes the record of US President Donald Trump, including his misogynism, racism and xenophobia; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; further notes several problematic diplomatic developments since the invite for a second state visit was issued; also notes concerns on his comments about the UK, parliamentary democracy, the middle east and equalities; expresses concern about his conduct around Ukraine; believes it would be inappropriate for President Trump to address Parliament; notes previous motions, debates and decisions in the House including on the withholding of the honour of a joint address to the Houses of Parliament; and calls on the Speakers of both Houses and the Leader of the House to ensure that previous precedents are upheld and President Trump does not officially address either House.

1121Restless legs syndrome

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 9

Helen Morgan

Vikki Slade

Adam Dance

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Jim Shannon

Wera Hobhouse

That this House recognises the significant impact of restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, which affects up to 10% of the UK population; notes with concern that current NICE guidelines do not reflect the increasing clinical evidence regarding the risks associated with dopamine agonists, including the growing incidence of impulse control disorders such as gambling addiction and hypersexuality; acknowledges the economic and personal toll of untreated or misdiagnosed RLS on individuals and the NHS; supports the call by the charity RLS UK for a revision of the NICE guidelines to ensure they reflect modern best practice and patient experience; calls for improved training for general practitioners to support early diagnosis and safer treatment options; and urges the Government to work with RLS UK and relevant stakeholders to update policy and clinical guidelines, ensuring better outcomes for those affected by this debilitating condition.

1122Earth Day 2025

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 11

Sarah Dyke

Vikki Slade

Adam Dance

Tom Morrison

Jim Shannon

Wera Hobhouse

That this House celebrates Earth Day on 22 April 2025, marking its 55th anniversary; recognises the global importance of this year’s theme, Our Power, Our Planet; acknowledges that Earth Day brings together millions of people worldwide in collective action to protect the environment, and that this year’s theme highlights the need to empower individuals to drive climate solutions and hold those in power to account; notes the urgent need to triple global renewable energy generation by 2030, embracing solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and tidal power to combat climate change and secure a sustainable future; calls for ambitious investment in renewables to ensure 90% of the UK’s electricity comes from clean sources by 2030; and urges the Government to commit to doubling nature by 2050 by planting at least 60 million trees each year to restore biodiversity and tackle the climate crisis.

1123Close season for hare shooting

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 2

Ruth Jones

Neil Duncan-Jordan

That this House notes with concern the ongoing absence of a statutory close season for the shooting of hares in England and Wales, despite their status as a priority species under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan; recognises that this lack of protection allows hares to be shot during their breeding season, leading to the orphaning of dependent leverets, compromising the welfare of lactating does and having a detrimental impact on local populations; further notes that brown hare numbers have declined significantly over the past century due to changes in agricultural practices, habitat loss, and persecution such as coursing made illegal under the Hunting Act 2004; acknowledges that Scotland and Northern Ireland have already implemented close seasons for hares; and therefore calls on the Government to introduce a statutory close season for the shooting of hares in England and Wales, in line with modern wildlife management principles and animal welfare standards, to ensure the recovery and long-term survival of this iconic species.

1124Knockhill Racing Circuit

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 2

Graeme Downie

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates the team at Knockhill Racing Circuit on their 50th anniversary; thanks Jillian Shedden, Stuart Gray and the whole team at Knockhill for their hard work at making the venue a key stop for stages of British Touring Cars and British Superbikes; welcomes their dedication to the Armed Forces Covenant; notes that they have raised over £100,000 for the Benevolent Funds of the Armed Forces; acknowledges the vital role that Knockhill play to help people develop their skills and knowledge in motor racing; supports their work to make motor sports inclusive for all; and wishes the whole team the best for the next 50 years.

1125Palantir Technologies, Peter Thiel and the NHS (No. 2)

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 14

Martin Wrigley

Manuela Perteghella

Andrew George

Jim Shannon

Ian Sollom

Wera Hobhouse

That this House believes that every individual deserves high-quality healthcare, accessible when and where it’s needed and free at the point of use; further believes in the importance of upholding British democratic values throughout the work of the Government and all public services; notes the negative implications of Government contracts being awarded to those who do not share such values; further notes with concern the awarding of NHS data contracts to Palantir Technologies, a company whose founder and chair has repeatedly been shown not to be in alignment with such values; and supports the call of the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee to protect the interests of data owners such as NHS patients.

1126Immigration application fees for young adults and children

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 11

Tim Farron

Adam Dance

Jim Shannon

Wera Hobhouse

Wendy Chamberlain

Tom Gordon

That this House expresses deep concern over the current cost of visa application fees, particularly the lack of a fee waiver for indefinite leave to remain (ILR); notes that in June 2022, the previous Government changed the immigration rules for young adults and children to shorten the settlement route for young migrants on the private life route, making them eligible for settlement after five years of temporary status; further notes that, since then, limited leave to remain application fees having risen by 47% since 2022 to £3,845, making them increasingly unaffordable and pushing young people and families into financial hardship with risk of losing their lawful status; recognises that the absence of a fee waiver for those unable to afford ILR has a profound impact on young people who have grown up in the UK and are eligible, leading to severe financial and mental health challenges, and no hope of permanent status, simply because of the lack of fee waiver; and urges the Government to conduct a full review of the impact of current visa fees on young migrants and children and to extend fee waivers to ILR applications on the private life route to enable these young adults and children to secure their future and fully participate in the society they call home.

1127Morrisons breakfast clubs

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 8

Christine Jardine

Adam Dance

Jim Shannon

Wendy Chamberlain

Wera Hobhouse

Clive Jones

That this House commends Morrisons for providing free breakfasts to support families during the Easter school holidays between 7 and 27 April 2025; notes this is the third year of their partnership with Kellogg’s, and in that time, they have provided over 22,000 bowls of cereal; recognises the breakfast clubs in over 396 cafés for providing cereal and fruit for the whole family; and further commends the companies for providing vital support for many families during the absence of school breakfast clubs.

1129Great British Beef Week 2025

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 6

Mr Alistair Carmichael [R]

Adam Dance

Jim Shannon

Ian Roome

Martin Wrigley

Clive Jones

That this House recognises Great British Beef Week (GBBW) from 23 April to 30 April 2025, a nationwide campaign which celebrates the exceptional taste of British beef and which highlights the hard work and dedication of the farmers who produce it; notes that GBBW is now in its 15th year; congratulates Ladies in Beef who founded the campaign which is now supported by farming unions and a wide range of other British food producer groups; further notes that British beef is produced to globally high standards and that this should be celebrated and supported; calls on the Government to embrace these standards and not to undercut British beef farmers in any future trade agreements; and wishes the organisers of Great British Beef Week all the best in their work this year and into the future.

1130Go! Youth Trust awarded Tesco Stronger Starts Golden Grant

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 2

Euan Stainbank

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Go! Youth Trust, a community group based in Falkirk, on being awarded a £5,000 Tesco Stronger Starts Golden Grant; recognises the vital work Go! Youth Trust does in supporting young people through mentoring, outreach and youth work programmes; welcomes the support provided by Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme, which promotes children’s health and wellbeing by funding access to nutritious food and active lifestyles; notes that Go! Youth Trust was one of just 100 schools and community groups across the UK selected to receive a Golden Grant, as chosen by a customer in-store on 15 March 2025; and commends the ongoing contribution of community organisations like Go! Youth Trust in improving opportunities and outcomes for children and young people in Falkirk and beyond.

1131Blooming Bairns and Falkirk Town Centre

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 2

Euan Stainbank

Jim Shannon

That this House recognises and commends the outstanding work of Blooming Bairns, a volunteer-led community group in Falkirk, for their commitment to enhancing the town centre’s green spaces; notes that the group recently received a £3,132 grant from the Falkirk Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund, administered by CVS Falkirk and District, which will support their efforts to create vibrant, nature-filled environments that improve mental wellbeing and foster community pride; applauds their initiative in organising volunteer days and promoting environmental care and social connection through gardening and greening projects; and wishes Blooming Bairns continued success as they transform Falkirk into a more welcoming, healthy and uplifting place for all.

1132UK parliamentarians sanctioned by the Russian Federation

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 21

Tom Gordon

Claire Young

Vikki Slade

Charlotte Cane

Richard Foord

Edward Morello

That this House unequivocally supports those hon. and Rt hon. Members and Peers targeted by the Russian Federation in the latest round of retaliatory sanctions announced on 23 April 2025; condemns the Russian Government’s continued attempts to stifle international criticism and accountability for its illegal and unjustified invasion of Ukraine; rejects the Russian Foreign Ministry’s inflammatory rhetoric and baseless accusations against UK parliamentarians; reaffirms the right and duty of hon. and Rt hon. Members and Peers to speak out in defence of human rights, international law, and the sovereignty of democratic nations; expresses solidarity with all those sanctioned for standing up against authoritarianism, including members from across the political spectrum; and calls on the Government to continue providing steadfast support to Ukraine, to stand with the Russian people who oppose the war, and to hold the Putin regime accountable for its actions.

1133Life of Pope Francis

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 3

Valerie Vaz

Mary Glindon

Ben Lake

That this House celebrates the life of Pope Francis, the 265th Pope, Bishop of Rome and Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church; recognises his historic role as the first Jesuit and Latin American Pope; acknowledges that the Holy Father was a champion of Church reform, advocating for the inherent worth of every person, breaking tradition to wash the feet of women, refugees, victims of abuse, the homeless and prisoners on Maundy Thursdays, continuing in illness visiting Rome's Regina Coeli prison on Maundy Thursday on 17 April 2025; further recognises his efforts towards equity, encouraging steps toward allowing women to be deacons, inviting the homeless to celebrate his 80th birthday, creating a Vatican office for the care of refugees and migrants, urging the world in Laudato Si to develop a relationship with the Earth, Our Common Home describing an environmental-social crisis marked by the globalisation of indifference to the poor; honours his work to democratise the Church with the Synod on Synodality in October 2023 and 2024, and his decision to make it mandatory for all Catholic priests to report safeguarding cases to state authorities and the Church while protecting the seal of the confessional; notes his commitment to peace with daily calls to Father Gabriel Romanelli of the Holy Family Church in Gaza City for 18 months; and extends condolences to around 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide and 6.2 million in the United Kingdom who mourn the loss of a spiritual leader whose legacy transcends religious boundaries.

1134Viewpark and Bellshill Community Alcohol Partnership

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 2

Frank McNally

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Viewpark and Bellshill Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) on being named Scotland’s joint CAP of the Year at the recent CAP Awards ceremony in the Houses of Parliament; notes the strong programme of diversionary activities that it offers to young people and the wider community, including mountain biking lessons and community litter-picks; considers that the successes of the programme stem from its wide involvement of organisations in the community, including Police Scotland, Scotmid, Thorniewood Community Council, and North Lanarkshire Council; and hopes that the success of the Viewpark and Bellshill Community Alcohol Partnership will continues into the future.

1135Sanctioning of UK Parliamentarians by Russia

Tabled: 23/04/25 Signatories: 25

James MacCleary

Calum Miller

Vikki Slade

Claire Young

Adam Dance

Tom Morrison

That this House condemns the Russian Federation’s decision to impose sanctions on Members of the UK Parliament, for standing up in support of Ukraine and in defence of democracy across Europe; notes that this action by the Kremlin is part of a wider pattern of intimidation and disinformation aimed at weakening democratic institutions and undermining international support for Ukraine; reaffirms the UK Parliament’s cross-party commitment to holding Vladimir Putin’s regime accountable for its illegal invasion of Ukraine, war crimes, and repeated violations of international law; further reaffirms its resolute commitment to support the defence of Ukraine with military, financial and humanitarian aid; and urges continued unity across all political parties in resisting authoritarian interference and defending the principles of sovereignty, freedom, and democracy on which European peace and security depend.