Early Day Motion
RESP and St Andrews Aquarium nominated for award
(3 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the River Eden Sustainability Partnership (RESP) on being nominated for the Great British Wildlife Restoration Award, organised by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA); recognises this nomination as a significant achievement and notes that RESP is one of only two Scottish projects …
Early Day Motion
Bake Shop, Ely named Best Bakery in Cambridgeshire
(1 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire)
That this House congratulates The Bake Shop in Ely on being named Best Bakery in Cambridgeshire at the 2025 National Bakery Awards; recognises the remarkable achievement of the Bake Shop team led by general manager Ruth Reyes and head baker Tessa Johnstone; notes that this accolade adds to an impressive …
Early Day Motion
Newborn bloodspot screening for spinal muscular atrophy
(4 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House recognises the life-changing difference early diagnosis and treatment can make for babies with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA); notes that SMA is a rare but serious genetic condition which, if untreated, can cause severe disability or early death; further notes that gene therapies exist which are most effective …
Early Day Motion
Hunger strike by pro-Palestinian activists
(36 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House calls upon the Secretary of State for Justice to engage urgently with the legal representatives of the pro-Palestinian activists who are on hunger strike in UK prisons; notes that, although some have paused their hunger strike, Heba Muraisi, aged 31 is on day 66 of her hunger …
Early Day Motion
Matthew Doyle's appointment to the House of Lords
(8 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House notes with concern that Matthew Doyle is to be appointed to the House of Lords; further notes that Matthew Doyle campaigned for former Scottish Labour councillor Sean Morton after Morton had been charged with child-sex offences, and that Morton was subsequently convicted of these offences; further notes …
Early Day Motion
Birmingham bin strikes (No. 2)
(1 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House acknowledges that 6 January 2026 marks one year since the industrial dispute between Birmingham City Council and its waste management workers began; expresses concern at the continued distress and interruption that the dispute has caused for Birmingham’s 1.1 million residents and 37,000 businesses; regrets the failure of …
Early Day Motion
Homelessness support in Eastbourne
(3 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of Eastbourne Borough Council and the many local organisations and charities in Eastbourne that support people experiencing homelessness; commends their commitment to providing emergency assistance, outreach, advice and long-term support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community; notes the contributions …
Early Day Motion
Falkirk Braes Grange Centre
(1 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Euan Stainbank (Labour - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates The Falkirk Braes Grange Centre on securing £15,089 from The National Lottery Community Fund; notes that the funding will be used to enhance accessibility through the installation of a platform lift to a fully wheelchair-accessible toilet; recognises the importance of ensuring community facilities are inclusive to …
Early Day Motion
125 years of Three Bridges Football Club
(1 Signatures)
7 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Peter Lamb (Labour - Crawley)
That this House congratulates Three Bridges Football Club on their 125th anniversary; notes the important role non-league football plays in the cultural life and identity of communities; recognises the team’s exceptional current form sitting at the top of the Isthmian League South East Division; and commends the tireless dedication of …
Early Day Motion
US military attack on Venezuela
(31 Signatures)
6 Jan 2026
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the military aggression ordered by Donald Trump against Venezuela on Saturday 3 January, which involved widespread aerial bombardment, loss of life and the kidnapping of Venezuela’s President; notes that this action constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and the principles of …