Commons business papers

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Published: Thursday 29 June 2023

Early Day Motions tabled on Wednesday 28 June 2023

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

138525th anniversary of the Drumcree dispute

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Carla Lockhart

That this House notes that Sunday 2 July 2023 will mark the 25th anniversary of the Drumcree parading dispute in Portadown; regrets that the Parades Commission continues to deny the brethren of Portadown District LOL 1 their right to return home from an act of worship via their traditional route; expresses dismay that despite the willingness of Portadown District to engage in direct or indirect dialogue with residents to find compromise to end the dispute, this has been rejected by the Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition; and calls on the Government to assess whether the Parades Commission is fulfilling its duties under the Public Processions (NI) Act 1998 to promote and facilitate mediation as a means of resolving disputes concerning public processions in relation to this parade.

1386Television and Radio Industries Club awards 2023

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Mr Gregory Campbell

That this House notes the recent Television and Radio Industries Club awards ceremony; recognises the changes made by the organisers in the way winning individuals and programmes were chosen this year; and expresses the hope that irrespective of the opinions of many in the news industry regarding some of those who won on this occasion, that widening the voting base of those deciding the winners to include thousands of people who actually watch and listen to the programmes should become the norm.

1387Basque peace process and policy on prisoner dispersal

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Sir George Howarth

That this House welcomes news of the end of the policy of prisoner dispersal applied to Basque politically motivated prisoners for over 30 years and that the remaining 156 prisoners are now held in jails in the Basque country; agrees that this is a positive step towards a lasting and just peace in the Basque country, Spain, France and Western Europe as a whole; finds this news particularly topical in the context of the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday agreement and the successful peace-building measures it enabled, such as the prisoner release scheme; notes that peace efforts in the Basque country and elsewhere have taken inspiration from the latter; commends the efforts of the many people, organisations and institutions who have worked over the years to achieve peace in the Basque country; calls for outstanding issues to be addressed in a positive and comprehensive manner, including the ongoing application of standard penitentiary law to remaining prisoners; commits to follow events in the Basque country and to work so that peace takes firm root and the events of the past never happen again; and urges the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs to encourage such efforts.

1388Graeme Johnston, Scotland's Youth Worker of 2023

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Patricia Gibson

That this House congratulates Graeme Johnston on receiving the prestigious title of Scotland’s Youth Worker of the Year 2023; acknowledges that this recognition builds on Graeme’s previous accolade of Youth Worker of the Year in 2017; understands that the Youth Worker of the Year Awards recognises a youth worker with a passion and dedication to improving the lives of young people through youth work; notes that since Graeme started working with Arran Youth Foundations (AYF) in 2011, he has transformed AYF from a poorly attended youth work project into an award-winning organisation, which provides a range of opportunities for young people on the Isle of Arran; further notes that AYF has achieved exceptional participation levels under Graeme’s leadership, engaging over 200 young people from a school population of fewer than 230; recognises the important role played by Graeme and all the volunteers at AYF in addressing social isolation, exclusion, lack of opportunity and substance abuse in young people by organising counselling and therapy sessions, making referrals to addiction workers and arranging weekly drop-in sessions as well as a summer programme for youths; commends the hard work and dedication of Graeme in enhancing young people’s social, emotional and physical well-being and supporting them to attain, achieve and contribute effectively in their communities while also raising a young family of his own on the mainland; and applauds his commitment, impact and leadership as a youth worker on the Isle of Arran.

1389Performance of Matilda at Coaltown of Balgonie Primary School

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Peter Grant

That this House congratulates the pupils of Primary 6 and Primary 7 in Coaltown of Balgonie Primary School on their outstanding production of Matilda for their end-of-year show; recognises the enormous challenges involved in performing such a complex and difficult show, especially in a school whose entire roll is only about 100 pupils; notes that this meant even the star soloists had to help out in tasks such as moving scenery during the show; thanks all the teachers, parents and other helpers who supported the production in any way; believes that the success of this production will help the pupils to appreciate that there should be no limits to their ambitions for themselves and their community; commends everyone at the school for helping the pupils to develop into such talented and confident young people; and wishes those who will leave the school at the end of June 2023 every success as they move up to secondary education.

1390Baldernock Primary School

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Amy Callaghan

That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of Baldernock Primary School; thanks its teachers, staff and parents for the work they do to educate the children of East Dunbartonshire; notes their work has enabled Baldernock Primary to consistently achieve outstanding standards of pupil performance; applauds the children of Baldernock Primary for the history presentation and percussion performance with which they entertained guests at the anniversary celebration; recognises that Baldernock Primary is part of an unbroken lineage of formal education in the parish going back over four hundred years; credits this fine and ancient school as a testament to Scotland’s proud and unique history of world-class formal education; and wishes the school all good luck for another successful century.

1391Craigavon Senior High School rugby team

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Carla Lockhart

That this House extends congratulations to Craigavon Senior High School Rugby Team on winning both the High Schools Cup and the Pollock Cup; expresses delight at this achievement and best wishes to all the players and coaching staff; and wishes the school ongoing sporting success in the future.

1392Father Paul Lee

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Peter Grant [R]

That this House congratulates Father Paul Lee of St Agatha’s RC Church in Methil and St Giles’ RC Church in Kennoway on the 10th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood; notes that shortly after his ordination he accepted the responsibility of being the sole priest covering these two geographically large church communities and that he was subsequently given the formal role of parish priest; thanks Father Paul for the energy and dedication with which he has served both the spiritual and corporeal needs of the people of Levenmouth and beyond; and wishes him many more years of devoted and fulfilling service.

1393Lurgan Town Football Club

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Carla Lockhart

That this House congratulates Lurgan Town Football Club on its return to Intermediate A, which it sealed with a 4-1 win over AFC Craigavon, and its victory over Rectory Rangers, which secured a league and cup double; and extends best wishes to the club for the forthcoming 2023-24 season.

1394Lurgan Junior High School

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Carla Lockhart

That this House congratulates Lurgan Junior High School U13s and U14s in winning five out of six Mid-Ulster Schools Football competitions; recognises the potential within the teams for future sporting success; and wishes the school community well for its ongoing sporting excellence.

1395Bishopbriggs Acro Gymnastics Club 40th anniversary

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Amy Callaghan

That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of Bishopbriggs Acro Gymnastics Club in East Dunbartonshire; acknowledges the work BAGC has done over the decades to promote and encourage Acro Gymnastics as both a competitive and a recreational sport; thanks the club for creating opportunities for young people to engage in healthy and rewarding activities for so many years; applauds the spirit that the club's founders showed by starting such a positive social institution; applauds the resilience that the club has shown by remaining active and relevant through the good times and the bad; and congratulates BAGC and all its members on the fantastic success of its 40th anniversary celebration and wishes them good luck for another fantastic 40 years.

1396The Stables country club, National Bar and Pub Awards

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Amy Callaghan

That this House congratulates The Stables country club on being named best in the county and a national finalist at this year’s National Bar and Pub Awards; recognises that this award is a testament to the accomplishments of The Stables' staff in the areas of food, drink, design, training, team welfare, sustainability, marketing and many others; celebrates the vital role that local pubs play in our communities as sources of employment and of socialisation; considers historic riverside inns such as The Stables, which has served the people of East Dunbartonshire since the Napoleonic Wars, to be a treasured element of our national character that is worth protecting; admires The Stables for creating a family friendly space for the community, with original dishes for patrons of all ages and deserts celebrating classics of children’s literature; and wishes The Stables good luck as it heads to the National Bar and Pub Award finals in London.

1397The Theatre House Bishopbriggs showcase

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Amy Callaghan

That this House congratulates the The Theatre House Bishopbriggs on the stellar success of its 2023 Schoolz Out showcase; thanks The Theatre House for its work to give the kids in this year's show and so many others a route to develop their creative passions; is impressed by the talent and dedication demonstrated by the young women who performed in this spectacular showcase; cherishes the role that local musical theatre schools such as The Theatre House play in enriching our cultural and community life; looks forward to next year's season of magnificent musicals; and wishes The Theatre House good luck for its summer camp for little super stars.

1398Local Government

Tabled: 28/06/23 Signatories: 1

Sir Mike Penning

That the draft Castle Point (Electoral Changes) Order 2023, which was laid before the House on 23 May 2023, be not made.

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.

1327Improved public transport to support cleaner air

Tabled: 15/06/23 Signatories: 23

Grahame Morris

Andy McDonald

Ian Mearns

Chris Stephens

Kim Johnson

Rachael Maskell

That this House welcomes initiatives such as Clean Air Day, which this year is on 15 June, and highlights the need to support improvements in air quality and public health; notes that poor air quality exists in the transport sector, arising from a failure to introduce affordable and attractive alternatives to private car use and a continuing reliance on diesel for rail and bus services; welcomes the RMT union’s campaign to improve air quality in the workplace environment, which will benefit the health of communities, passengers and workers, and encourages transport companies to work with the RMT to meet the union’s concerns; further notes that Network Rail has admitted that it is “almost impossible” to achieve its targets to electrify the railway and to reduce reliance diesel trains; believes that the fragmented and privatised nature of much of public transport, alongside cuts to funding, services, jobs and skills, mitigates against a proper and deliverable plan to reduce emissions; and calls on the Government to recognise the vital role of public transport in delivering clean air by investing to deliver a radically expanded and affordable public transport network.

1339Detention of Vladimir Kara-Murza in Russia

Tabled: 19/06/23 Signatories: 14

Layla Moran

Jim Shannon

Jamie Stone

Richard Foord

Wera Hobhouse

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House condemns the Russian government for the arrest and sentencing to 25 years in prison of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a dual British-Russian national and prominent Russian opposition figure and activist; expresses concern that Kara-Murza is in poor health following the two poisonings he was subjected to in 2015 and 2017, and that he may not be receiving adequate healthcare for his condition; commends Kara-Murza’s constant advocacy for democracy and the rule of law in Russia; notes that human rights organisations such as Amnesty International consider Kara-Murza to be a prisoner of conscience; welcomes Canada giving consideration to awarding him honorary citizenship; draws attention to the advocacy reception organised by the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign; calls on the Government to investigate all measures that could accelerate his release, including establishing an office that deals with hostage situations; and urges the Russian government to release him immediately.

1341Endometriosis awareness campaign

Tabled: 19/06/23 Signatories: 20

Daisy Cooper

Ed Davey

Mary Kelly Foy

Jim Shannon

Jonathan Edwards

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House notes the struggles that more than one million women in the UK suffering from endometriosis face; recognises that no one should suffer from endometriosis or any health condition in silence; acknowledges that endometriosis can severely affect a woman’s life and that there is very little public understanding of it; notes that proper diagnosis is essential for a women’s well-being, and can improve mental health while empowering them to make informed decisions about planning for a family; supports the need to boost awareness and diagnosis education for better health outcomes; reaffirms that some women with endometriosis are entitled to certain rights and adjustments in the workplace under the Equality Act 2010; and calls on the Government to launch a wider awareness campaign on endometriosis to encourage women to get diagnosed and improve public understanding of the condition.

1345The Ministerial Code and parliamentary standards

Tabled: 20/06/23 Signatories: 27

Dawn Butler

Ian Blackford

Mary Kelly Foy

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Wendy Chamberlain

Claire Hanna

That this House believes that trust in the Ministerial Code has been eroded; further believes that the Prime Minister should no longer be the guardian of the Code as this does not provide necessary safeguards; and calls for steps to be taken to make the House of Commons responsible for deciding whether alleged breaches should be investigated and determining whether Ministers have breached the Code.

1346National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire

Tabled: 20/06/23 Signatories: 6

Kirsten Oswald

Drew Hendry

Allan Dorans

Jim Shannon

Sir George Howarth

Chris Stephens

That this House congratulates the National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire Branch for winning the Outstanding branch community impact award at the 2023 Branches Awards; notes there are 116 National Autistic Society branches across the UK working to transform lives, change attitudes, and help to create a society that works for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK; commends the fantastic work and dedication of volunteers who provide a wide range of sessions for people with autism in East Renfrewshire, supporting them to fulfil their potential, dispel myths about autism, and to assist parents and carers who have a child or a young person on the pathway to a diagnosis of autism or a recent diagnosis; further notes that the East Renfrewshire Branch has been active since March 2020 and has grown to become a much cherished local organisation; and wishes everyone involved with the National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire Branch all the best for the future as they continue their invaluable work.

1352Time For Change Coalition Against Hunting

Tabled: 20/06/23 Signatories: 9

Rachael Maskell

Mohammad Yasin

Claire Hanna

Caroline Lucas

Jon Trickett

Christina Rees

That this House is concerned that hunting with dogs is still taking place in England and Wales under the guise of trail hunting and exemptions in the law; recognises that the ban on hunting with dogs is weak and is failing to protect animals from cruelty; believes that until this changes animal welfare will not be treated with the seriousness the public expect; welcomes the launch of the Time For Change Coalition Against Hunting, a coalition of over 30 leading animal welfare and environmental organisations united in calling for the law to be strengthened to end hunting with dogs for good, on 29 June 2023; and calls for the Hunting Act 2004 to be strengthened and improved by banning trail hunting, removing loopholes and exemptions which enable hunting and by introducing custodial sentences for those who break the law.

1358Maggie Lennon and 21 years of the Bridges Programmes

Tabled: 20/06/23 Signatories: 7

Anne McLaughlin

Allan Dorans

Drew Hendry

Jim Shannon

Alison Thewliss

Stuart C McDonald

That this House congratulates CEO and founder of the Bridges Programmes, Maggie Lennon, on the Bridges Programmes marking 21 years since it was founded; notes that when Maggie Lennon started the charity in response to the growing number of asylum seekers housed in Glasgow it was to provide humanitarian services which would give people back confidence and dignity; acknowledges that the charity has grown through Maggie Lennon’s leadership to now also include a wide range of courses and support for asylum seekers and refugees to develop their skills, improve their education and support them into appropriate work; appreciates her leadership in working with the Scottish NHS to support doctors into work; recognises that the Bridges Programmes has become a leader of best practice in its field in Scotland, the UK and Europe through Maggie Lennon and the Bridges Programmes staff's determination to support asylum seekers and refugees to settle successfully; wishes Maggie Lennon well for the future as she steps down from her role as CEO at the end of June 2023; and further wishes the Bridges Programmes continuing success.

1360Banking hubs

Tabled: 21/06/23 Signatories: 15

Sarah Green

Wendy Chamberlain

Wera Hobhouse

Helen Morgan

Jonathan Edwards

Hywel Williams

That this House recognises the need to maintain access to in-person banking services; notes that banking hubs offer an important alternative to traditional high street banks but that the rollout of such services is not happening quickly enough; further notes that this disproportionally affects the vulnerable and older populations who are increasingly becoming excluded from their local economies as long-distance travel for cash or the use of digital monies is unviable; believes that banks should take all reasonable steps to increase the pace of the rollout of banking hubs; and calls on the Government to legislate to allow the Financial Conduct Authority to require the establishment of a banking hub.

1364Ultra Low Emissions Zone Expansion in London

Tabled: 22/06/23 Signatories: 7

Munira Wilson

Ed Davey

Sarah Olney

Daisy Cooper

Sarah Green

Jim Shannon

That this House recognises the importance of action to reduce harmful air pollution and traffic emissions in London; yet notes with concern both the way and speed with which the expansion of the Ultra Low Emissions Zone to outer London has been handled by the Mayor of London; believes the design of the ULEZ expansion has failed to take into account people’s different transport needs in London’s suburbs and the current cost of living crisis; notes that the first expansion of the ULEZ was rolled out over three years, compared to just eight months for the second; notes that, despite a welcome broadening of eligibility criteria for the Mayor’s scrappage scheme, this will only become effective a month before the expansion, has not been accompanied with an increase in funding and still excludes many vulnerable residents and businesses; notes that central government has provided funding towards scrappage schemes in Bristol, Birmingham, Portsmouth and Manchester, but has failed to provide equivalent support for those living in the home counties travelling into London regularly; is especially worried that this failure means many keyworkers and others vital to London’s economy and public services will be badly hit; and therefore calls on the Mayor of London to delay the roll out of ULEZ to the outer London boroughs given the cost of living crisis and the scheme’s design faults, to double the London scrappage scheme and improve public transport in the suburbs, and calls on the Government to fund a home counties scrappage scheme.

136650th anniversary of Tuite Opticians

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 3

Steven Bonnar

Jim Shannon

Chris Stephens

That this House congratulates Tuite Opticians as they mark their 50th anniversary; notes their first opening in March 1973 in Coatbridge as an independent family-run business; notes the high-quality practice and home eyecare services they provide to residents across Lanarkshire; applauds their Right to Sight mantra, ensuring that everyone has access to basic healthcare; supports their ethos of patient-centred care, particularly to those suffering from dementia and other debilitating conditions; further notes the work they have done in giving back to the community by supporting local foodbanks through monthly donations, collecting money for local charities from spectacle repairs and offering patients the chance to enter into a monthly prize draw to win prescription sunglasses; thanks the practice owner, Eamonn Tuite, optometrist Stephen Kirley and practice manager Michelle Campbell for their unwavering commitment to the community; and wishes the practice all the very best for another 50 years.

1367Winnie Ewing

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 13

Angela Crawley

Jonathan Edwards

Jim Shannon

Amy Callaghan

Dr Philippa Whitford

Owen Thompson

That this House commemorates the life of Winnie Ewing; celebrates her immense contribution to Scottish Politics, the SNP and the independence movement; highlights that she was a trailblazer for women in politics and inspired many to get politically active; recognises that Winnie first served in this House as MP for Hamilton following her historic by-election win in 1967 which she summed up in the now iconic quote Stop the world, Scotland wants to get on; acknowledges that she further served in this House as MP for Moray and Nairn from 1974 to 1979 before becoming one of the longest-serving MEPs as representative for Highlands and Islands from 1979 to 1999; commends her work as MEP for which she became affectionately known as Madame Écosse while promoting and protecting Scotland’s interests in Europe; understands that Winnie, as the oldest qualified member, presided over the opening of the Scottish Parliament when it was reconvened in 1999 for the first time since 1707; further recognises that Winnie is the only person to have been elected and served in the Westminster, Holyrood and European Parliaments; and sends condolences to Winnie’s family and friends including her children Fergus, Annabelle and Terry.

1368Calderwood Lodge Primary School 60th Anniversary

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 3

Kirsten Oswald

Jim Shannon

Chris Stephens

That this House congratulates all at Calderwood Lodge Primary School on the occasion of reaching 60 years; notes that Calderwood Lodge is now situated in Newton Mearns, having moved from a site in Glasgow in 2017, and shares a joint campus with St Clare’s Primary School making it Scotland’s only joint Jewish Catholic Campus; appreciates that both Calderwood Lodge and St Clare’s work closely together; understands that Calderwood Lodge is Scotland’s only Jewish faith school, working to foster a sense of pride and identity in pupils’ heritage within a strong Jewish ethos while promoting respect for all global cultures and religions; further notes that Calderwood Lodge has around 150 pupils and a nursery attached with options for wrap-around childcare; recognises Calderwood Lodge’s importance to the large local Jewish population in East Renfrewshire and the surrounding areas, with the school promoting the study of Hebrew and Jewish culture; highlights that the school’s 60th anniversary will be marked with an exhibition and tours on 26 and 27 June; and wishes all the staff and pupils at Calderwood Lodge Primary School all the very best for the future.

1369Apprentices and the Living Wage

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 4

Sir George Howarth

Jim Shannon

Jon Trickett

Chris Stephens

That this House recognises the challenges faced by apprentices, especially at this time of high inflation and a cost of living crisis, notes that four out of five apprentices surveyed by the NUS required additional assistance to cover their living expenses, often resorting to credit cards or personal savings due to their low wages, notes that 64 per cent of apprentices said that their wage did not cover the cost of their energy bills and 59 per cent said it did not comfortably cover their cost of living, further notes that Workpays, a prominent training provider, states that low pay is deterring potential candidates from pursuing apprenticeships, recognises The Withers review which states that low wages are reducing the attractiveness of apprenticeships; further recognises that analysis by FE Week of the Government’s Find an Apprenticeship website revealed that 50 per cent of intermediate level apprenticeships were advertised at the then legal minimum wage of £4.81 per hour; and calls on the Government to support the recommendation of the NUS, the National Society of Apprentices, the TUC and the Government’s own Social Mobility Commission, that apprentices should be paid the Real Living Wage.

137125 Years of Amina Muslim Women's Resource Centre

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 4

Alison Thewliss

Jim Shannon

Apsana Begum

Chris Stephens

That this House acknowledges the 25th anniversary of the founding of Amina, the Muslim Women's Resource Centre (MWRC), which works to empower Muslim and BAME women across Scotland; acknowledges that to this day, BAME and Muslim women remain one of the most disadvantaged groups in the UK with poor access to health, housing and financial support, high rates of unemployment, and discrimination based on their gender, ethnicity and religion; welcomes Amina MWRC's longstanding commitment to tackling these issues via domestic abuse advocacy, financial advice, the Amina Hardship Fund, employability and language training, and device loaning services; notes Amina MWRC is widely recognised as the chief national hub for consultation with Muslim and BAME women across Scotland; congratulates Amina MWRC on this momentous occasion; and wishes them all the best in all future endeavours.

137220th anniversary of the Hidden Gardens, Glasgow

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 3

Alison Thewliss

Jim Shannon

Chris Stephens

That this House acknowledges the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Hidden Gardens in the Southside of Glasgow; notes that since its opening in 2003, the Hidden Gardens has served as an inclusive and accessible green space for educational, artistic and social activity on the site of the old Coplawhill Tram Works and Depot, with architectural and horticultural influences from Scotland, South Asia and beyond; celebrates 20 years of collaboration between the Hidden Gardens and dozens of artists in permanent and temporary art installations throughout the Gardens; recognises the importance of the Hidden Gardens to the daily life of the communities of Pollokshields and Govanhill, providing a haven in a busy urban area; and wishes the Hidden Gardens team the best in all future endeavours.

1373Hosepipe bans

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 4

Tim Farron

Jim Shannon

Richard Foord

Wendy Chamberlain

That this House notes with concern the impact of hosepipe bans on households already struggling with the cost of living; further notes that households should not have to pay in full for a service they are only receiving in part; regrets that water companies have paid out large bonuses instead of investing in fixing water infrastructure; and calls on the Government to ensure water companies discount water bills after imposing their hosepipe bans and invest in fixing leaks to prevent the unnecessary loss of water.

1374St Ninians Primary School support for the Education in Emergencies campaign

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 3

Alyn Smith

Jim Shannon

Chris Stephens

That this House commends St Ninians Primary School in Stirling for their hard work and dedication in campaigning to improve educational access for children across the world; recognises the efforts of the children who are taking part in the Education in Emergencies campaign by Send My Friend to School, which aims to highlight the estimated 258 million children worldwide who are missing out on school; and backs calls to the Government to prepare, protect, invest and act to support global education through proper funding, exchange programmes, international aid and diplomacy.

1375Sixth anniversary of Life After charity

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 5

Mr Gregory Campbell

Sir Mike Penning

Jim Shannon

Paul Girvan

Carla Lockhart

That this House acknowledges the sixth anniversary of the founding in Northern Ireland of the charity Life After, set up to offer help and support to families and friends who have been bereaved through road traffic collisions; commends all volunteers and those associated with the group who have campaigned tirelessly to raise the issue of the ongoing problems faced by those who lost loved ones in such tragic circumstances; and expresses the hope that support and awareness of the issue will continue to grow for the charity.

1376Death of Craig Brown CBE

Tabled: 26/06/23 Signatories: 50

Gavin Newlands

Stephen Flynn

Mhairi Black

Alan Brown

Marion Fellows

Allan Dorans

That this House notes the sad passing of legendary Scotland Men’s Team Manager Craig Brown CBE who passed away at the age of 82; notes the regard he is held in across the football community, particularly the Tartan Army who hold him in the highest esteem; acknowledges that Craig was an excellent young footballer who was signed by Rangers, Dundee FC and Falkirk before calling time on his playing career after signing for, but never playing for Stranraer; further notes that Craig started his managerial career as an assistant at Motherwell before becoming the part-time manager of Clyde FC; recognises that he returned to football full-time as Scotland men’s team assistant manager, having been appointed after Sir Alex Ferguson had asked him to assist him at the World Cup in Mexico in 1986; observes that he assumed the position of Scotland manager in 1993 leading Scotland into two tournaments Euro 96 and World Cup 98, accepts that despite the memorable 1-0 win over England at the old Wembley Stadium in 1999, Scotland would fall one goal short and fail to qualify for Euro 2000 and Craig would resign two years later, becoming the longest serving Scotland manager; further acknowledges that Craig went on to manage Preston North End, Motherwell and Aberdeen before retiring, disagrees with Craig Brown when he stated that he was the luckiest guy in Scottish football, as it was Scottish football that was lucky to have him; and conveys deepest sympathies to his friends and family.

1377Caernarfon Pride

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 5

Hywel Williams

Liz Saville Roberts

Ben Lake

Jonathan Edwards

Chris Stephens

That this House celebrates the success of the first ever Caernarfon Pride, held on 24 June 2023; congratulates Balchder Gogledd Cymru, North Wales Pride for organising the event and for their hard work and dedication to inclusion and diversity in north Wales; praises the work of those involved in officiating the parade and associated celebrations which enabled people from across the region to celebrate and come together; thanks local businesses for their show of support and unity; further notes that although significant progress has been made to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people, there are still improvements to be made to support the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights; and looks forward to future Pride gatherings in Caernarfon in years to come.

1378Gavin's Mill, Scotsman Scran Award

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 3

Amy Callaghan

Martin Docherty-Hughes

Chris Stephens

That this House congratulates Gavin’s Mill Café for winning the Hidden Gem category at the Scotsman Scran Awards; recognises the importance and value of their fair trade and sustainability policies; commends them on their range of zero waste goods and local produce which helps to champion local suppliers as well as promote environmentally friendly consumption; thanks the team at Gavin Mill for their hard work and dedication in providing these fantastic services to our community; and further thanks The Scotsman for recognising the importance of promoting these values.

1379Knox Academy's fundraising for the Teenage Cancer Trust

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 2

Kenny MacAskill

Chris Stephens

That this House congratulates pupils, staff and parents from Knox Academy in Haddington, East Lothian, on raising more than £4,500 by participating in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust; understands that the contenders ran and raised money in support of a student who was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer in October 2022; notes that the goal was to raise £3,000, and that pupils and staff had previously tackled the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in aid of East Lothian Special Needs Play-scheme; commends Kelly McInnes on completing the full marathon, Lana Borwick, Oscar Pirie, Ollie Craig, Alicia Coyle, Jacob Hippie, Connor Wightman, Sam Hutchison, Cain Coles and Calum McBain on completing the half marathon, and Leo Harrison, Rebecca Halliwell, Robert Flood, Olivia Dale, Jenny Wright, Isla Kilkenny, Ellen Davidson, Gemma Scott and Carys McKnight on completing the 10k route; and wishes everyone the very best of luck with their futures and future fundraising efforts.

1380Chris Harvie's fundraising for motor neurone disease charity

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 2

Kenny MacAskill

Chris Stephens

That this House commends the fundraising efforts of former Port Seton resident, Chris Harvie, who will cycle from Murrayfield to Malta to raise funds for the MND charity My Name'5 Doddie Foundation; understands that Chris now lives in Manchester and was a craft, design, technology and guidance teacher at Preston Lodge High School; acknowledges that Chris' brother-in-law and a former colleague both passed away after their battles with MND; notes that Chris' journey began in April 2023 and he hopes to conclude his cycle by the end of June 2023; and wishes Chris the very best of luck with his cycle and all the best for the future.

1381Northern Ireland Alcohol Awareness Week

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 4

Jim Shannon

Carla Lockhart

Jonathan Edwards

Tim Farron

That this House notes the conclusion of Northern Ireland Alcohol Awareness Week; highlights the campaign run by the Public Health Agency to outline support services that are available for individuals who misuse alcohol; further highlights the health problems associated with binge drinking; urges the general public to be aware of how much and how often they are using alcohol; and reminds those who are concerned they may have a problem with alcohol misuse to understand that they are not alone and there is help available.

138245th anniversary of the massacre of Elim missionaries in the Vumba

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 3

Jim Shannon

Carla Lockhart

Tim Farron

That this House remembers and honours the memory of Elim missionaries Peter and Sandra McCann and their children Philip and Joy, Philip and Susanne Evans and their daughter Rebecca, Roy and Joyce Lynn and their daughter Pamela Grace and Wendy White, Catherine Picken and Mary Fisher who were slaughtered during their service to God in the Vumba on 23 June 1978; extends to the families who remain most sincere sympathy on the 45th anniversary of this atrocity; highlights the Elim Church's Mission Sunday designated to continue to fundraise on this date to practically show the love of God in countries across the world in honour of those who loved not their lives even unto death; and reaffirms sincere thanks to those who give of their time and talents to be the hands and feet of Christ in this needy world.

1383Nuclear test veterans

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 19

Owen Thompson

Carol Monaghan

Stewart Malcolm McDonald

Angela Crawley

Rebecca Long Bailey

Kim Johnson

That this House acknowledges the treatment of nuclear test veterans in Scotland and the rest of the UK; notes their continuing battle for justice and recognition for their role; further notes with disappointment the latest delay to the issuing of a medal to these veterans; further acknowledges their ongoing anger and frustration; affirms the nation’s duty of care to this group of people; further applauds the works of Labrats International, a campaigning group for descendants of atomic testing programs across the world; and backs calls to the Government to fully support these veterans and their families.

1384Indigenous peoples in Brazil

Tabled: 27/06/23 Signatories: 8

Tony Lloyd

Jonathan Edwards

Jon Trickett

Hywel Williams

Ben Lake

Liz Saville Roberts

That this House is concerned about reports that Bill PL 2903, formerly Bill PL490, in Brazil could, inter alia, invalidate indigenous peoples’ claims to their ancestral lands and result in their forced displacement and the obliteration of their communities; notes this proposed legislation is expected to allow for mining, logging, ranching, and agribusiness, and the continuation of such activities now being carried out illegally, on these lands; further notes this Bill is strongly backed by relevant commercial lobbies and opposed by indigenous peoples and their international allies; supports Brazil’s hosting of COP 30 in 2025; encourages both at the conference and more generally President Lula da Silva’s Government to build on steps already taken to engage and collaborate with indigenous communities, widely regarded as the most effective guardians of the Amazon rainforests; and calls on the UK Government to continue working with civil society organisations, among others, to bolster Brazil’s efforts in protecting indigenous peoples, including uncontacted tribes who are deemed to be especially vulnerable, and their territories.