Commons business papers

Contents

Published – Friday 9 May 2025

Early Day Motions tabled on Thursday 8 May 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

[R] Indicates that a relevant interest has been declared.

New EDMs

1221Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Adam Jogee

That this House congratulates the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia, the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, on his historic victory and successful re-election in the Australian General Election held on Saturday 3 May 2025; notes the increase in seats in the House of Representatives and swing to the Australian Labor Party that Prime Minister Albanese secured; acknowledges the strong bonds of solidarity, comradeship and friendship between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Commonwealth of Australia; reflects that six Australian Prime Ministers were born in the UK including Billy Hughes and Tony Abbott in England, Julia Gillard in Wales, George Reid and Andrew Fisher in England and Joseph Cook in Newcastle-under-Lyme; recognises the importance of increased trade and economic security for working people in both counties; commits to working with Australia's elected representatives to help secure peace and prosperity in the Euro-Atlantic and the Indo-Pacific; and looks forward to both governments, both parliaments and both peoples working closely together in the years ahead.

1222Speed camera guidance

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Lisa Smart

That this House notes with deep concern the persistence of dangerous speeding on roads such as Strines Road in the constituency of Hazel Grove, where residents have repeatedly raised the alarm over unsafe driving conditions and the inadequacy of current enforcement mechanisms; regrets that under current guidance issued by the Department for Transport, most notably in Circular 01/2007: Using speed and red-light cameras for traffic enforcement: deployment, visibility and signing, fixed speed cameras are typically only deployed after three or more fatal or serious injury collisions have occurred; believes that this reactive approach undermines efforts to protect lives before preventable tragedies occur; supports the principle that road safety policy should be guided by clear evidence of danger, repeated community reporting, and visible patterns of high-speed driving; welcomes the Department's intention to include measures on speeding in the forthcoming Road Safety Strategy; and calls on the Government to use this opportunity to revise Circular 01/2007 to shift the focus to proactive, preventative intervention based on risk assessment and local need.

1223Rail ticket prices

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Shockat Adam

That this House notes with concern the continued increase in rail ticket prices across the UK; further notes that the cost of rail travel has become unaffordable for many people, placing an unfair burden on those who rely on public transport; recognises that high rail fares risk undermining efforts to promote greener transport and reduce dependency on cars; acknowledges that not only are prices increasing, trains are also becoming more overcrowded and less frequent; believes that public transport is a vital public service and should not be run for private profit; calls on the Government to bring the railways back into public ownership to ensure fair pricing, greater investment in infrastructure and services, and to deliver a rail service that works in the public interest.

1224Protection of free expression and resistance to blasphemy laws

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Rupert Lowe

That this House reaffirms its unwavering commitment to freedom of expression as a fundamental pillar of British democracy; notes with concern recent efforts, both formal and informal, to reintroduce blasphemy-style restrictions under the guise of hate crime, or public order; recalls that the UK formally abolished its blasphemy laws in 2008, recognising that in a free society, no religion or belief system, including Islam, should be immune from criticism, debate, satire or offence; and calls on the Government to issue clear guidance to police forces, public bodies and educational institutions that the United Kingdom upholds freedom of thought, speech, and expression, including the right to criticise, mock, or reject religious ideas, and that it will not tolerate any drift, intentional or otherwise, toward the reintroduction of blasphemy laws in any form whatsoever.

1225Peace Child International time capsule in Perth

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Stephen Gethins

That this House celebrates the unveiling of the Peace Child time capsule in Perth, 34 years after it was buried by 60 young people from Perth Youth Theatre and 60 young people from around the world; notes that the time capsule is filled with notes of how young people in 1991 hoped to see the world in 2025; acknowledges that this programme promoted peace and unity and has remained a memorable experience for all who participated; and recognises that Peace Child International continues to empower young people globally through their education and training programmes.

1226UK role in peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

James MacCleary

That this House notes with deep concern the ongoing threats to peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly the actions of Milorad Dodik in rejecting the authority of the international peace envoy and undermining the Dayton Agreement; recalls the consistent warnings of the late Lord Ashdown, former High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, about the fragility of peace in the region; further notes with regret the UK Government’s 2020 decision to withdraw British troops from the EUFOR Althea peacekeeping mission, which sent the wrong signal about the UK’s commitment to the region; and calls on the Government to urgently reconsider its position, recommit to EUFOR and work in close coordination with international partners to strengthen regional stability and prevent further deterioration of the situation in the Western Balkans.

1227New Lord Lieutenant of Moray

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Graham Leadbitter

That this House congratulates Air Commodore Alistair Monkman CBE on his appointment as Lord Lieutenant of Moray; pays tribute to the exemplary service of his predecessor, Major General Seymour Monro CBE LVO, who served with distinction for five years and demonstrated outstanding leadership and compassion, particularly during the challenges of the covid-19 pandemic, including co-founding the Moray Emergency Relief Fund; commends Major General Monro’s dedicated involvement in supporting disadvantaged families, hosting royal visits, and championing civic events such as the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the King’s coronation; welcomes Air Commodore Monkman’s commitment to continuing this important role by supporting communities and voluntary organisations across Moray; further notes the appointment of Lucy Mackenzie as Vice Lord Lieutenant, recognising her deep-rooted contributions to the community through voluntary work and local initiatives; thanks outgoing Vice Lord Lieutenant Nancy Robson OBE and former Clerk Roddy Burns for their significant contributions to the Lieutenancy; and wishes the new Lieutenancy team every success as they continue to foster community spirit, support local causes, and represent His Majesty the King throughout Moray.

1228National Operating Department Practitioner Day

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Cat Eccles

That this House recognises and celebrates National Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) Day on 14 May, which highlights the vital role ODPs play in the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care in our hospitals and surgical theatres across the United Kingdom; commends the dedication, skill and professionalism of ODPs who work tirelessly as key members of multidisciplinary surgical teams, often behind the scenes, ensuring the highest standards of patient care before, during and after operations; further welcomes efforts to raise awareness of the ODP profession among the public and prospective healthcare workers, particularly through outreach and education on National ODP Day; and calls on the Government to support and invest in the ODP workforce through education, career progression opportunities and public recognition of their essential contribution to the NHS.

1229Environmental Protection

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Jim Allister

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2025 (SI, 2025, No. 407), dated 27 March 2025, a copy of which was laid before this House on 31 March 2025, be annulled.

1230Gaza occupation proposals

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Calum Miller

That this House expresses its outrage at proposals by the Israeli Government to indefinitely occupy Gaza; condemns the plans for the further forced displacement of Palestinians; affirms its belief that, if realised, these would constitute clear breaches of international law; notes with immense concern that these proposals will only make it more difficult to ensure the remaining Israeli hostages in Hamas' captivity will return to Israel safely; believes that these measures will not bring more long-term security to Israel; urges the Government to commit to banning the export of all UK arms to Israel to ensure no UK weapons can be used to perpetrate human rights abuses in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; further urges the Government to sanction the extremist Ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich, who actively promote expansion into the Occupied Palestinian Territories; and calls on the Government immediately to recognise the state of Palestine, as a way of giving hope to millions of Palestinians and affirming their right to self-determination.

1231Commemorating VE Day in Glasgow West constituency

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Patricia Ferguson

That this House recognises the VE day commemoration to be held at the Knightswood War Memorial in Glasgow West constituency on Saturday 10 May; notes that 2025 is the 80th anniversary of VE day; congratulates Terrence McCourt who was instrumental in the establishment of the War Memorial, which has become a focal point for local events; thanks the Glasgow and West of Scotland Branch of the Parachute regiment for organising the event, which will feature the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Balaclava Pipe Band; further notes that the event will include a service and wreath laying; and acknowledges with thanks all those from the communities of Glasgow West who served in World War II, their families, and communities for their contribution to securing peace in Europe.

1232Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Workers national award

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Chris Kane

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotland annual conference in Glasgow on 7 May 2025; recognises the outstanding contribution of the team, hosted by Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface and Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, in providing vital person-centred support to people experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, and financial pressures; commends the team for their collaborative work across two local authority areas and their strong connections with 198 groups and organisations offering specialist support; acknowledges the support of the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership and NHS Forth Valley; notes the important role CLWs play in reducing pressure on GP practices and improving wellbeing in local communities; and sends best wishes to the team as they continue their invaluable work across the region.

1233Deaf Awareness Week 2025

Tabled: 8/05/25 Signatories: 1

Tom Gordon

That this House recognises the importance of, and celebrates, Deaf Awareness Week 2025; acknowledges this year’s theme, Beyond Silence; congratulates organisations such as the British Deaf Association, the Royal National Institute for Deaf People, and the National Deaf Children’s Society for the vital work they do in supporting deaf people, their families, and the wider deaf community; commends local councils, including North Yorkshire Council, for openly supporting Deaf Awareness Week; encourages local authorities, businesses, and other organisations to continue improving their information and support for the deaf community; celebrates the diverse ways in which deaf people communicate and the richness of Deaf culture; and further recognises the importance of breaking down barriers to full accessibility for individuals with hearing loss, as well as those with other physical and mental disabilities.

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.

1141Armenian genocide

Tabled: 24/04/25 Signatories: 17

Chris Law

Sir John Whittingdale

Siân Berry

Colum Eastwood

Liz Saville Roberts

Ann Davies

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: 10

Rupert Lowe

Jack Rankin

Jim Allister

Carla Lockhart

Alex Easton

Mr Peter Bedford

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.

1144Tartan Talkers

Tabled: 25/04/25 Signatories: 8

Richard Baker

Jim Shannon

Chris Law

Graeme Downie

Kirsteen Sullivan

Alison Taylor

That this House recognises the tremendous achievements of Tartan Talkers, a charity founded following the tragic death of Scott Taylor, of Cowdenbeath, in 2022; acknowledges the vital support the charity provides to young men across Fife at risk of suicide through its peer-to-peer buddy system, which undoubtedly saves lives, as well the profound comfort Tartan Talkers provides families affected by suicide; further recognises the breadth of experience provided by the charity’s remarkable volunteers; and calls on hon. and Rt hon. Members to continue to support measures which help raise awareness of, and help prevent, young male suicide.

1149Comic art

Tabled: 28/04/25 Signatories: 14

Tim Farron

Jim Shannon

Steve Darling

Clive Jones

Adam Dance

Chris Law

That this House celebrates the UK’s vibrant and flourishing comic industry; praises the ingenuity and originality of British comic artists and publishers; notes the launch of Comic Book UK as a representative voice for the industry, which includes the publishers of some of the world's most celebrated comics and best known characters; recognises the influence of the Lakes International Comic Art Festival, held annually in Bowness, in promoting the diversity and creativity of comic art old and new; and further celebrates the potential of comics to inspire a love of reading and engagement in creativity among people of all backgrounds.

1151Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week

Tabled: 28/04/25 Signatories: 30

Liz Jarvis

Vikki Slade

Jim Shannon

Steve Darling

Wera Hobhouse

Clive Jones

That this House marks Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week from 26 April to 4 May 2025; recognises the unpredictability and variable presentation of the disease in the 150,000 living with MS in the UK; notes the need to provide individualised support to manage the unique symptoms and needs of each person living with the condition; calls on the Government to ensure neurology is a priority of the NHS 10-Year Plan so that timely diagnosis and treatment can be accessible to all; acknowledges the need to empower employers to make work more inclusive and better support people with MS to stay in good-quality employment for longer; and highlights the importance of protecting PIP payments that provides vital support to help sufferers manage extra costs associated with living with the disease and accessing work.

1153Prevent strategy

Tabled: 28/04/25 Signatories: 31

Lisa Smart

Vikki Slade

Steve Darling

Tom Gordon

Zarah Sultana

Cameron Thomas

That this House welcomes the transparency in publishing the recent Prevent Learning Reviews; further welcomes the announcement of a permanent Commissioner who will likely undertake engagement with communities impacted by Prevent; urges the Government to swiftly act on concerns of the communities disproportionately impacted by Prevent; and further urges the Government to collect and publish data on Prevent’s operation disaggregated by ethnicity and faith.

1157Thames Valley Police resources

Tabled: 28/04/25 Signatories: 4

Mr Lee Dillon

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Sarah Dyke

That this House recognises the vital work carried out by police officers across the Thames Valley in reducing crime rates; expresses deep concern about structural changes in Newbury constituency that risk increasing crime rates through reduced local police presence; notes that the closure of Newbury custody suite necessitates officers traveling 20 miles to Reading, significantly reducing their presence on Newbury's streets; and calls on the Government to provide Thames Valley Police with adequate resources to ensure effective policing in Newbury.

1160Curry Rivel Active Travel Group's new cycle path

Tabled: 28/04/25 Signatories: 5

Sarah Dyke

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Gideon Amos

Sarah Gibson

That this House welcomes the completion and opening of the first phase of a new active travel route between Curry Rivel and Langport, providing a safe, off-road alternative to the busy A378 for both pedestrians and cyclists; notes that this initial section was delivered through the sustained efforts of the Curry Rivel Active Travel Group in partnership with Curry Rivel Parish Council, local landowners, and neighbouring parishes; acknowledges funding support from Somerset Council and the Rural England Prosperity Fund, alongside valuable community contributions and volunteer efforts led by Tony Greenaway; recognises the significant public health and wellbeing, environmental and road safety benefits for rural residents, particularly school children and those without access to cars; further notes the plight of many rural communities who continue to lack safe walking and cycling routes and would greatly benefit from similar infrastructure; highlights the potential for easy to access routes to boost the local economy, supporting rural businesses; welcomes the role of this new path in a wider network planned across the Somerset Levels and Moors; and calls on the Government to prioritise investment in rural active travel infrastructure, adopting a nationwide active travel strategy.

1167100th anniversary of the Children's Library at Torquay Library

Tabled: 29/04/25 Signatories: 6

Steve Darling

Sarah Dyke

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Charlotte Cane

Chris Kane

That this House congratulates Torquay Library on the 100th anniversary of the opening of its Children’s Library in 1925; recognises the history of the Library, established following Torquay’s successful application for funding from Andrew Carnegie in 1902, leading to the opening of the Carnegie Public Library in 1907; notes the vital role played by civic leaders including Councillor E.H. Sermon and the Rev. J. Charteris Johnson in the creation and promotion of the Children’s Library; acknowledges the continued importance of public libraries in providing universal, free access to books, art, culture, and safe community spaces, particularly through the work of Libraries Unlimited across Torbay and Devon; expresses concern about the ongoing challenges of literacy deprivation, highlighted by the National Literacy Trust, and recognises the role of libraries in supporting literacy, wellbeing, social connection, and opportunities for all; and celebrates the exciting programme of centenary events taking place over the next 12 months, including storytelling sessions with local author Clare Helen Welsh, Alice in Wonderland tea parties, Story Sculptor workshops, and community activities designed to inspire creativity, learning, and connection for people of all ages, that will enrich our community across Torbay.

1169Challenges in the hair and beauty sector

Tabled: 29/04/25 Signatories: 13

Liz Jarvis

Sarah Dyke

Adam Dance

Jess Brown-Fuller

Jim Shannon

Mr Will Forster

That this House is concerned by the challenges facing the hair and beauty industry due to the labour-intensive nature of the sector and structural issues within the VAT system, challenges to the employer model, and the lingering impact of the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges the year-round demand for these services and the value they bring to high streets; notes the British Hair Consortium report which estimates a loss of £2.4 billion in VAT receipts since 2009; recognises the fast growth of the self-employed model within the sector that is projected to rise to 76% by 2030 and is largely devoid of the employment rights that come with being an employee; expresses concern at the decline of apprenticeships in the sector and the resulting loss in lifetime productivity benefits; calls on the Government to monitor disguised employment and ensure HMRC takes appropriate action to ensure businesses operate on a level playing field; and commends the efforts of hair and beauty businesses across Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford, including Elite Hair Salon and Jemma George Hair Artistry.

1181Trans+ History Week

Tabled: 30/04/25 Signatories: 38

Kate Osborne

Charlotte Nichols

Nadia Whittome

Emily Thornberry

Catherine Fookes

Emily Darlington

That this House welcomes the second annual Trans+ History Week; notes the week held from 5 to 11 May 2025 will celebrate the millenia-old history and contributions of transgender, non-binary, gender-diverse and intersex people; highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Trans+ communities that includes high rates in hate crimes and threats to their rights; encourages efforts to protect Trans+ rights as well as ensuring Trans+ histories are included in education public life; and further welcomes Trans+ History Week efforts to ensure that all Trans+ people can thrive in a future of dignity respect and equality.

1184Climate and Nature Bill

Tabled: 1/05/25 Signatories: 42

Clive Lewis

Dr Roz Savage

Alex Sobel

Olivia Blake

Nadia Whittome

Dr Simon Opher

That this House declared an environment and climate change emergency on 1 May 2019, recognising the urgent need for action; notes that the Second Reading debate of the Climate and Nature Bill was adjourned, but not concluded, on 24 January 2025; further notes that the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs was disappointed that the Bill did not progress; acknowledges the Government’s recognition of the climate and nature crisis as our greatest, long-term, global challenge, but that climate and nature policies remain siloed; welcomes the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero’s commitment to collaborate with the Bill’s proponents to advance its objectives, including via legislation, alongside the Government’s acceleration of four related workstreams, and an annual climate and nature statement; reaffirms the Government’s obligations to limit global warming to 1.5°C under the Paris Agreement, and to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030 under the Global Biodiversity Framework; also welcomes Ministers’ statements that legally-binding climate goals and nature goals provide certainty, spur investment, address market failures and deliver policy outcomes; notes with concern the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ recognition that Britain is among the world’s most nature-depleted countries, and the Prime Minister’s warning that exceeding 1.5°C will expose thousands of people in the UK to flood risk, economic instability, and national security threats; and therefore urges the Government to allocate parliamentary time for further debate on the Climate and Nature Bill to address these critical challenges.

1186Blockade of aid to Gaza

Tabled: 1/05/25 Signatories: 60

Calum Miller

Wendy Chamberlain

Helen Maguire

Munira Wilson

Mr Alistair Carmichael

Anna Sabine

That this House expresses its deep concern that the Israeli Government's current blockade of Gaza has now exceeded 50 days; notes with alarm the recent announcement from the World Food Programme that it has fully depleted its food stocks in Gaza; further notes the severe shortages of medicine, medical equipment, and staff to provide medical attention to those most in need; acknowledges that the vast majority of international and Palestinian aid organisations working in Gaza have had to suspend or scale back services since the recommencement of hostilities on 18 March 2025; and urges the Government to use all levers at its disposal to put pressure on the Israeli Government to immediately reopen aid routes into Gaza to allow essential goods and supplies to reach those suffering and alleviate the catastrophic humanitarian crisis.

1187RAF Lossiemouth, Station of the Year

Tabled: 1/05/25 Signatories: 3

Graham Leadbitter

Jim Shannon

Chris Kane

That this House congratulates RAF Lossiemouth on being named Station of the Year at the RAF Benevolent Fund’s annual awards ceremony; commends the station’s outstanding support of the Fund, including hosting a Christmas dinner for more than 120 veterans and engaging in numerous charitable activities throughout the year; acknowledges the leadership of Group Captain Sarah Brewin and the collective efforts of all personnel at RAF Lossiemouth in fostering a strong spirit of community and welfare within the RAF family; recognises the essential work of the RAF Benevolent Fund in providing practical, financial and emotional support to serving personnel, veterans and their families; further recognises the vital contribution RAF Lossiemouth makes to the local community in Moray and the wider north-east of Scotland; and sends its best wishes to all those at RAF Lossiemouth as they continue their exemplary contribution to both national defence and the wellbeing of the RAF community.

1191Safe sleep standards in early years settings

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 17

Tom Morrison

Helen Maguire

Liz Jarvis

Jim Shannon

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

That this House expresses its heartfelt condolences to the family of nine-month-old Genevieve (Gigi) Meehan, who tragically died in May 2022 while in the care of a nursery in Cheadle, Greater Manchester; pays tribute to her mother Katie Wheeler and father John Meehan for their courage and determination in campaigning for change to prevent further tragedies; acknowledges the vital support and expertise of the Lullaby Trust in championing safer sleep guidance; notes with serious concern the failings in nursery safety standards and oversight that led to Gigi’s death, including dangerous sleep practices and a lack of proper monitoring; also notes with concern that there have been 5,795 allegations of children being harmed in nursery settings in the last five years; believes urgent reform is needed to ensure consistent, enforceable safer sleep standards across early years settings; calls on the Government and Ofsted to conduct a full review of current guidance and practice; and further calls for mandatory safer sleep training for all early years staff and inspectors, compulsory installation of CCTV in all nurseries and early years settings, routine review of CCTV footage during inspections, regular genuinely unannounced Ofsted visits where concerns have been raised, and clear, statutory guidance on safe sleep practices and products for babies under two.

1194Falkirk FC Scottish Championship winners

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 4

Euan Stainbank

Brian Leishman

Jim Shannon

Chris Kane

That this House recognises Falkirk Football Club's incredible achievement in winning the Scottish Championship in the 2024-25 season; notes that this victory constitutes back-to-back league titles after the club won Scottish League One without losing a league game; and commends the players, staff and board for this exceptional achievement and their contribution towards the community of Falkirk.

1195Better Jobs, Better Services campaign

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 20

Kim Johnson

John McDonnell

Rachael Maskell

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Apsana Begum

Grahame Morris

That this House notes that the Government has committed to oversee the biggest wave of insourcing for a generation; welcomes the RMT’s new Better Jobs, Better Services campaign, calling for an end to outsourcing of essential rail services such as cleaning, station staffing, catering, security, infrastructure and engineering across the rail and metro networks; further notes that RMT research shows outsourcing has cost the taxpayer and farepayer £400 million annually in profits leaking out of the rail industry, the equivalent of a 3.8 per cent fare cut, while insourcing and integrating these services with the rest of the network would provide better quality, safety and value for money; also notes concerns that outsourcing is driven by employers engaging workers on inferior terms and conditions, such as poor sick pay and pensions, and that outsourcing could be embedding systemic racism on parts of the rail network where workers are disproportionally from a BME background; is encouraged that cleaning, station, catering, infrastructure and engineering services are already provided in-house, or there are discussions to do so, on many parts of the parts of the network; and therefore calls on the Government and devolved transport authorities to extend the policy of building an integrated and publicly-owned railway network to also become a vehicle to end rail outsourcing, delivering better jobs and services.

1196World Asthma Day 2025

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 5

Jim Shannon

Rachael Maskell

Robin Swann

Chris Kane

Ellie Chowns

That this House notes World Asthma Day 2025 on 6 May, and it’s theme, Make Inhaled Treatments Accessible for All; understands that 7.2 million people in the UK are living with asthma and that it is the most common long-term childhood health condition; regrets that, despite four people dying daily from asthma, of which the majority are preventable according to data from Asthma + Lung UK, 70% of people with asthma are not receiving all three basic elements of asthma care, including an annual review, inhaler technique check and written action plan; supports efforts to extend better care to all those living with asthma, and the implementation of new asthma guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, British Thoracic Society and Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network; and recognises the work of charities such as Asthma + Lung UK to improve asthma prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care across the country.

1198Household Support Fund (No. 2)

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 5

Mr Lee Dillon

Helen Maguire

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Sarah Dyke

That this House notes with deep concern that applications for the Household Support Fund in Newbury have increased by nearly 1,000 to 2,715 applications between April 2024 and March 2025 compared to the previous year; while welcoming the Government's allocation of over £1 million to West Berkshire Council's Household Support Fund, expresses serious concern that this funding is insufficient given the stark increase in demand; recognises the vital role of this fund in supporting vulnerable pensioners struggling with the cost of living crisis; further notes with concern that the increase in applications may be attributed to the withdrawal of winter fuel payments for pensioners; and calls on the Government to review and increase the level of support available through both the Household Support Fund and winter fuel payments to ensure adequate protection for vulnerable residents during this continuing cost of living crisis.

1199Legal protection of the nurse job title

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 23

Dawn Butler

Paulette Hamilton

Tulip Siddiq

Mrs Sharon Hodgson

Barry Gardiner

Juliet Campbell

That this House notes with concern that the job title of nurse is not currently a legally protected term, despite the high levels of public trust placed in the profession; further notes that, while the title of registered nurse is protected, the widespread and unregulated use of the term nurse by individuals without appropriate qualifications and registration on parts one and two of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register poses a serious risk to patient safety and undermines the integrity of the profession; recognises the findings of a Nursing Standard freedom of information request that revealed over 8,000 individuals across 93% of NHS trusts are using the title of nurse without being registered; is alarmed that individuals struck off the NMC register, including those with criminal convictions, can continue to use the title without legal consequence; acknowledges that the term nurse is protected in many other countries as a means of safeguarding the public; supports the Protect Nurse campaign backed by professional bodies, patient safety organisations, unions and the Royal College of Nursing; believes exemptions should apply for the use of the designations such as veterinary nurse and dental nurse; and calls on the Government to support the Nurse (Use of Title) Bill in the name of the hon. Member for Brent East to include nurse as a protected professional title, thereby ensuring that only those registered on part one and two of the NMC register may legally use the term.

1202Sewage discharge

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 16

Mr Lee Dillon

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Adam Dance

Helen Maguire

Tom Gordon

Gideon Amos

That this House notes with grave concern the 450,000 sewage discharges from storm overflows recorded in England during 2024; further notes with alarm the 512 sewage discharges into waterbodies in Newbury from just eight storm overflows, lasting 8,981 hours in total; expresses particular concern about these discharges affecting Newbury's internationally significant chalk streams, which require special environmental protection; condemns the Government's continued failure to take decisive action to stop water companies from dumping raw sewage into our rivers, lakes and seas; and calls on the Government to introduce mandatory monitoring of all sewage outlets, legally binding targets to reduce sewage discharges, and proper enforcement of existing regulations.

1205Publication of the Police Ombudsman’s Report on the Kingsmill Massacre

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 5

Gavin Robinson

Carla Lockhart

Sammy Wilson

Jim Shannon

Jim Allister

That this House notes the publication of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland’s report into the Kingsmill massacre of 5 January 1976, in which ten Protestant workmen were brutally murdered by the IRA; acknowledges the courage and enduring dignity of the sole survivor, Mr Alan Black, whose testimony and persistence have been instrumental in the pursuit of justice; expresses deep concern at the findings of the report which highlight the inadequate police investigation that followed the atrocity; further recognises the Ombudsman’s conclusions regarding systemic failings and lost investigative opportunities; regrets the prolonged decade delay in the publication of the report, in part due to the withholding of vital information by the Irish Government; and calls on all relevant authorities, both in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, to cooperate fully and transparently in any ongoing or future efforts to secure accountability and justice for the victims and their families.

1206Upholding biological sex-based protections in single-sex spaces

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 9

Rupert Lowe

Mr Peter Bedford

Simon Hoare

Jim Shannon

Sir John Whittingdale

Sir Gavin Williamson

That this House notes the recent UK Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers, which clarified that the terms man, woman, and sex in the Equality Act 2010 refer to biological sex; recognises the significance of this clarification in ensuring the integrity of single-sex spaces and services, including but not limited to changing rooms, hospital wards, prisons, refuges, toilets, and sports; acknowledges the importance of these protections in safeguarding the dignity, privacy, and safety of women and girls; affirms that while the rights of transgender individuals must be respected, such rights should not come at the expense of compromising the rights of biological women; calls upon the Government to provide clear guidance to public bodies and service providers on the implementation of this ruling to ensure that policies reflect the legal definitions as clarified by the Supreme Court; and urges all relevant stakeholders to uphold and enforce the maintenance of single-sex spaces based on biological sex to protect the rights and well-being of women and girls across the United Kingdom.

1209Torquay United Football Club

Tabled: 6/05/25 Signatories: 6

Steve Darling

Helen Maguire

Jim Shannon

Clive Jones

Dr Roz Savage

Sarah Dyke

That this House applauds Torquay United Football Club for its outstanding performance during the National League South 2024/25 season, securing a place in the play-offs and demonstrating remarkable resilience and determination; commends their achievements throughout the season, which stand as a testament to their skill, commitment, and passion for the game; further commends The Bryn Consortium, including co-chairmen Mark Bowes-Cavanagh and Michael Westcott, for their exceptional dedication and investment in transforming the club’s fortunes, ensuring a strong and promising future for Torquay United and its devoted supporters; and recognises the vital role of football in fostering local pride, unity, and community engagement in Torbay and beyond, celebrating the impact of sport in bringing people together and inspiring future generations.

1212Fire fighters and the Cumbernauld Wild Fires

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 4

Katrina Murray

Jim Shannon

Chris Kane

Patricia Ferguson

This House recognises the courageous professionalism and dedication of fire fighters from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service who have had to deal with two serious fires in recent weeks in the constituency of Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch; commends the fire fighters who were on scene and dealt with an unpredictable wildfire for two days in the Fannyside loch area, which is a natural rural environment on the outskirts of Cumbernauld; notes that their efforts brought the wildfire to a safe conclusion before it reached homes and businesses, that no injuries or fatalities were reported and that the fire could be seen for miles around with the night sky glowing orange with flames; further commends the fire fighters that dealt with another fire in an industrial unit in the Lenziemill area which resulted in explosions and six people being injured and who tackled the blaze as explosions and plumes of black smoke from the recycling centre filled the sky; recognises that fire fighters put their lives in jeopardy every day to keep our communities, people and places safe; appreciates their heroic efforts in dealing with the diverse causes of fire; and calls on the Government to ensure that information and professional advice on the prevention of fires in natural spaces, homes and businesses is understood by everyone, enabling us all to play our part in reducing fires.

1213Ancre Somme Association Scotland 10 year anniversary

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 4

Euan Stainbank

Gregor Poynton

Jim Shannon

Chris Kane

That this House congratulates Ancre Somme Association Scotland on its 10th anniversary and commends its tireless voluntary work in supporting Scotland’s armed forces community; recognises the charity’s outstanding efforts in engaging with schools, cadet forces, veterans, clergy, local councils, elected representatives and the wider public to ensure continued awareness and education around the history and contributions of the armed forces, past, present and future; further congratulates the Association for their Finalist position at the Scottish Veteran’s Awards; congratulates the Association’s secretary, Tommy Davidson, on receiving the Veteran of the Year Bronze Award at the Scottish Veterans Awards; and thanks all those involved in the charity for their commitment to remembrance, education, and support for veterans across the country.

1214Access to NHS dentists

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 12

Mr Lee Dillon

Tom Gordon

Wera Hobhouse

Ian Roome

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

That this House notes with grave concern that only 30.7% of adults in West Berkshire have been seen by a dentist in the last two years, significantly below the national average of 40.3%; further notes with alarm the 7.8% decline in West Berkshire adults accessing dental services since 2015; recognises the vital role of NHS dentistry in preventative healthcare and reducing inappropriate pressure on hospital services; expresses deep concern that limited NHS dental provision in Newbury constituency, with only 17 NHS dental practices, is creating substantial barriers to access and resulting in unacceptable waiting times; and calls on the Government to implement an urgent and comprehensive NHS dental reform strategy and introducing measures to support dental practices in taking on more NHS patients.

1215Wemyss Ware Pottery 40th anniversary

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 4

Wendy Chamberlain

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

That this House congratulates Wemyss Ware Pottery on their 40th anniversary later this month; notes that Wemyss Ware is a highly collectable and sought-after pottery, with famous collectors including Elton John and King Charles; further notes that the pottery includes a range of hand painted pottery cats, pigs, other animals, decorative tableware, tiles and limited edition collections; celebrates that the pottery has been produced by Griselda Hill at her Pottery in Ceres since 1985; and acknowledges that the site is a four-star visitor attraction with a visitor centre where guests can see first-hand her talented team at work.

1216Tailend St Andrews Deliveroo Restaurant Awards

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 4

Wendy Chamberlain

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Sarah Dyke

That this House congratulates Tailend St Andrews on being shortlisted for the Best Fish and Chips in the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards for the Scotland region; celebrates that Deliveroo’s annual awards recognise the country’s best and most-loved independent restaurants; understands that Tailend St Andrews is popular with golfers, tourists, students and locals for its use of fresh seafood and local produce; and wishes them all the best for the awards.

1217Electoral reform

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 21

Sarah Olney

Tom Gordon

Wera Hobhouse

Ian Roome

Adam Dance

Clive Jones

That this House believes there is urgent need for electoral reform for elections in England; further believes that the local and mayoral elections which took place across England on 1 May 2025 are the latest result to highlight the inadequacy of the current system, showing a record breaking fragmentation of the vote; notes with concern that three in five English people did not vote for the candidate who won in their local, mayoral, and parliamentary elections, of the 1,282 contested wards in last week's elections, the average two-party vote share was just 36.8% which is the lowest on record; urges the Government to bring forward legislation to reform the electoral system via proportional representation for UK general elections as well as local elections in England; and calls on the Government to outline what plans they have to reform the electoral system to make it more representative of the British electorate and deliver fair votes.

1218Fife Carers Centre’s 30 year anniversary

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 6

Wendy Chamberlain [R]

Clive Jones

Dr Roz Savage

Jim Shannon

Steve Darling

Sarah Dyke

That this House celebrates Fife Carers Centre’s 30 year anniversary; recognises that the aim of Fife Carers Centre is to provide information and support to carers in Fife; acknowledges that the Centre was founded in June 1995 with one part-time worker with the purpose of developing recognition and support for carers within Fife; notes that the centre now have 25 staff and support around 2,500 new contacts from carers each year; and wishes Fife Carers Centre all the best for the future.

1219Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 6

Sojan Joseph

Dr Simon Opher

Jim Shannon

Colum Eastwood

Chris Kane

Ellie Chowns

That this House recognises that Mental Health Awareness Week is between 12 and 19 May 2025; notes that the theme for this year is community; believes that being part of a safe, positive community is vital for our mental health and wellbeing; further believes that people thrive when they have strong connections with other people and supportive communities to remind them that they are not alone; notes with concern that while most online communities are accommodating places, 76 percent of secondary school teachers are extremely concerned about the influence of online misogyny on their schools; encourages those who do feel alone to seek out support; calls for increased support for community mental health services to ensure there is a shift in mental health care from hospitals to the local community; further recognises the important role that Mental Health Awareness Week plays in bringing attention to mental health; and pays tribute to all those working in this sector.

1220150th anniversary of Condorrat Parish Church

Tabled: 7/05/25 Signatories: 3

Katrina Murray

Jim Shannon

Patricia Ferguson

That this House recognises and congratulates Condorrat Parish Church on its 150th anniversary on 4 April 2025; notes that a commemorative service to celebrate this important anniversary involving the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Reverend Doctor Shaw Paterson, took place on Sunday 6 April 2025; further notes the Parish's roots from the old village in 1872 and that through the hard work of parishioners, who were the weavers, quarrymen and miners, the congregation raised the funds required of £3,535 in 1874 to commence the building of the Church and Manse; also notes that the church hall followed in 1891; notes that the Parish has always actively supported the village of Condorrat through the war years and in times of hardship as well as in times of peace; and further notes that Condorrat Parish Church has always been at the heart of the community of Condorrat.