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Early Day Motion
Impact of Storm Herminia in Somerset and the South West (13 Signatures)
30 Jan 2025
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is concerned by the impact of the flash flooding caused by Storm Herminia in Somerset and the South West; notes that communities in South Petherton, Chard, and Ilminster were some of the worst affected; thanks the Emergency Services and Somerset Council personnel for their bravery and tireless …
Early Day Motion
Cancer Connect Yeovil (11 Signatures)
21 Jan 2025
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House celebrates the work of Cancer Connect Yeovil; notes that the group is part of the non-medical support offered by the Cancer Support Team based at Yeovil District Hospital; also notes that the group is open to anyone at any stage of cancer treatment or recovery and aims …
Early Day Motion
Sale of caged hens’ eggs (24 Signatures)
20 Jan 2025
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House recognises the United Kingdom’s long-standing leadership in animal welfare and its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in farming; celebrates the dedication and innovation of British farmers in producing high-quality food while improving animal welfare standards; acknowledges the significant public concern about the welfare of laying hens …
Early Day Motion
Renewal of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme (36 Signatures)
16 Dec 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern that the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme is due to expire in March 2025; notes that the scheme enables congregations of all faiths to recover the Value Added Tax costs of vital repairs to their listed buildings, making it the most universal and …
Early Day Motion
Apprenticeships in the trades industry (21 Signatures)
6 Dec 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the challenges faced by trades people across the country in recruiting and maintaining apprentices; acknowledges the vital role trades people play in the UK’s economy and society; celebrates the value of trade apprenticeships; recognises the need for better engagement from schools to promote and …
Early Day Motion
Assistance and access for disabled people at railway stations (36 Signatures)
27 Nov 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is gravely concerned by the challenges disabled people face in getting support at railway stations, particularly in rural constituencies such as Yeovil; expresses alarm at the absence of available assistance staff in stations such as Yeovil Penn Mill; notes with concern that only one in four train …
Early Day Motion
ARK at Egwood, King’s Award for Voluntary Service (4 Signatures)
18 Nov 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House congratulates the team at ARK at Egwood for receiving the King’s Award for Voluntary Service; thanks the volunteers at ARK at Egwood for their work in providing a safe outdoor environment that supports people of all ages and varying needs and wishes them continued good fortune; commends …
Early Day Motion
Use of swift bricks (37 Signatures)
11 Nov 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the dramatic decline in swift populations across the country; recognises that swift bricks are a sensible, low-cost solution to support the reintroduction of swift nesting sites in areas where they have been lost; further notes that swift bricks can be easily implemented into different …
Early Day Motion
Access to banking hubs (34 Signatures)
30 Oct 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is concerned about the lack of banking services in rural towns such as Ilminster, which has yet to receive a banking hub; recognises the importance of maintaining access to in-person banking and cash services; notes that banking hubs are a key alternative for communities that have lost …
Early Day Motion
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication shortages (47 Signatures)
30 Oct 2024
Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the shortage and intermittent availability of ADHD medications such as concerta XL; notes the symptoms those with ADHD exhibit, such as difficulty focusing and acting without thinking, as well as the impacts of these on the daily functioning of individuals; further notes the …