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Published – Friday 20 June 2025

Early Day Motions tabled on Thursday 19 June 2025

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New EDMs

1510Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Club

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Steve Darling

That this House congratulates Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Club of Torquay on its remarkable 90th anniversary, founded on 22 June 1935 at a meeting on Oddicombe Beach; recognises the vision of its founding officers, including President Mr H Thomas and Commodore Mr W Terry, known fondly as The Admiral; notes the club’s roots in an old fisherman’s hut, whose stone walls still form part of today’s clubhouse; celebrates the club’s continuation of the historic Babbacombe Regatta, first recorded in 1820 and still going strong, with the 2025 event scheduled for 28 and 29 June; pays tribute to the club’s outstanding contribution to UK sailing, nurturing members who have competed at Olympic trials and international championships while maintaining a welcoming space for community sailors; commends the leadership of trustees John Lawton, Neil Spacagna and Dave Homer, and the financial stewardship of Stuart Moon during difficult times; applauds the commitment of current Commodore Adrian Mark in delivering a long-awaited clubhouse redevelopment; further celebrates the tireless dedication of Guy Hester, Principal Instructor, for training hundreds of sailors; further recognises the inspirational work of Josie Coward with the club’s cadets, acknowledged by the Royal Yachting Association and marked by a visit from HRH Princess Anne in 2008; and thanks all past and present officers and volunteers whose devotion has ensured the club’s enduring legacy and bright future at the heart of the Babbacombe community.

1511David Maxwell Fyfe

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Christine Jardine

That this House commends the work of David Maxwell Fyfe, a prosecutor at the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials and notes his important role in drafting the European Convention on Human Rights; understands David’s childhood and early education took place in Edinburgh; applauds the work of Songs of the People, a project by English Cabaret including members of a new generation of David's family, which educates people on the evolution of modern human rights; notes their production, Dreams of Peace and Freedom, which commemorates David's journey from Nuremberg to Strasbourg through his own words, archive film, original music and live performance; recognises this year marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials; celebrates the 75th anniversary of the signing of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR); acknowledges the ECHR’s crucial role in empowering individuals to uphold their rights; further understands it laid the foundation for drafting relevant laws in the United Kingdom; and believes this was especially true of the Human Rights Act 1998, which embedded this protection into domestic law and strengthened the rights of people across the UK.

1512Myeloma Awareness Week 2025

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Sorcha Eastwood

That this House recognises that 16 to 22 June is Myeloma Awareness Week; is concerned that myeloma has one of the longest times to diagnosis of any cancer; welcomes the Know the Warning Signs campaign from Myeloma UK which aims to raise awareness of the most common symptoms of myeloma including fatigue, back pain, and recurring infections; further welcomes the symptom translator that Myeloma UK has released to help aid conversations between GPs and patients, as describing the vague symptoms can be tricky; and calls on hon. Members to download Myeloma UK's symptom translator and take it to their local GPs to help GPs diagnose myeloma sooner.

151380th anniversary of Age UK Norwich

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 2

Clive Lewis

Alice Macdonald

That this House congratulates Age UK Norwich as it celebrates 80 years of service to older people in Norwich and parts of Norfolk and Waveney, improving the quality of life for our most vulnerable older people; acknowledges the significant positive impact and contribution made by the very many voluntary organisations in England on the prevention, care and wellbeing agenda for older people as outlined in the 2023 report of Professor Chris Whitty; and urges the Government to seek to strengthen the focus of its NHS and Social Care Commissioners on meaningful engagement with the voluntary sector in the planning and commissioning of such services.

1514LoveOliver

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Richard Baker

That this House recognises the tremendous achievements of the charity LoveOliver, established by parents Andy and Jennifer Gill in 2011 after the loss of their beloved first son, Oliver, who died as a result of cancer, aged just 24 weeks, on Christmas Day in 2010; applauds the charity’s team in tirelessly providing much-needed comfort and practical support to other similarly affected families throughout Scotland; acknowledges that LoveOliver has raised over £2 million, helping fund research into childhood cancers, to help earlier diagnosis, the development of gentler treatments, and, ultimately, cures; and warmly congratulates Jennifer on being awarded a much-deserved MBE in the King's Birthday Honours List 2025 for her services to charity.

151520th anniversary of DAY1

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House congratulates DAY1, a Highland-based charity supporting vulnerable children and young people to make positive choices for their future, on its 20th anniversary; notes the charity’s outstanding work since 2005 in helping over 1,400 young people across the Highlands to re-engage with society through mentoring programmes, vocational training, and community-based projects; recognises the success of its year-long mentoring scheme, which has enabled 94 per cent of participants to progress into employment, education or training; commends the charity’s innovative projects, including its Automotive Skills at Work Foundation Apprenticeship based at Inverness Kart Raceway, a social enterprise; welcomes DAY1’s ambitious plans to expand in response to growth in the renewables and construction sectors by creating a new environmentally friendly centre to deliver support, learning and skills development; and supports its vision to equip the next generation with the skills and confidence to take up opportunities presented by the Highland economy, including those linked to the £100 billion potential of renewable energy and the development of the Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport.

1516Clean air awareness campaign

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House welcomes the efforts of Highland pupils taking part in this year’s Clean Air Day campaign, the UK’s largest air pollution awareness initiative; notes that Highland Council’s Environmental Health Team is supporting local schools to highlight the dangers of engine idling during school drop-off and pick-up times, a key cause of short-term spikes in air pollution; commends schools such as Lochardil Primary for leading anti-idling campaigns and promoting cleaner, less polluting behaviours; recognises the particular vulnerability of children to the health impacts of poor air quality; and congratulates young people for taking climate-positive action, helping to build healthier communities across the Highlands.

1517Mandatory relationship education for 16 to 19-year-olds

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Sarah Gibson

That this House notes with concern that Relationship and Sex Education is not currently mandatory in post-16 education settings; further notes that young people aged 16 to 19 are among the most at risk of experiencing relationship abuse; recognises the campaign Make It Mandatory, which calls for the extension of statutory Relationship and Sex Education to cover all 16 to 19-year-olds; and acknowledges the importance of ensuring that all young people receive education on healthy relationships, coercive control, and consent to support their safety and wellbeing.

1518Shared Lives Carers

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Martin Wrigley

That this House recognises the exceptional work of Shared Lives Carers across the UK, particularly through services such as Shared Lives South West, which supports over 450 people across Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Torbay, and Somerset through long-term placements, respite care, and day support in family settings; acknowledges that Shared Lives offers a person-centred, community-based, and cost-effective alternative to traditional models of residential or institutional care, delivering better outcomes for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, dementia, and older people; notes that the Shared Lives model promotes independence, meaningful relationships, and improved mental health; expresses concern that Shared Lives remains under-utilised due to low public awareness, challenges in recruiting and retaining carers, and inconsistent investment by some local authorities; calls on the Government to fully integrate Shared Lives into the development of a National Care Service; urges the Department of Health and Social Care to provide targeted funding for the national membership body Shared Lives Plus, issue clear guidance to local authorities on the model’s benefits, and commission a national review of fees to ensure Shared Lives Carers are paid fairly for their vital work; and further calls on all hon. Members to support the expansion and recognition of Shared Lives as a vital component of the UK’s adult social care system.

1519The Three Chimneys restaurant fundraising for Scottish Ambulance Service

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House commends the outstanding work of The Three Chimneys restaurant near Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye, which has raised over £12,000 for the Scottish Ambulance Service team based in the village; notes that the funds were raised through voluntary contributions from diners between 2024 and early 2025, as part of the restaurant’s annual commitment to supporting local causes; recognises the critical role of the Dunvegan Ambulance Station in delivering emergency care and patient transport across Skye, Lochalsh and Raasay; acknowledges that the funds will be used to enhance equipment and training opportunities for paramedics; pays tribute to both staff and guests of The Three Chimneys for their contributions; and celebrates the restaurant’s wider history of charitable support for island services, including Portree Food Bank and RNLI Portree, as a shining example of community-led support for essential care and emergency services.

1520Residential estate management companies

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 1

Mr Lee Dillon

That this House notes with concern the rising service costs that many freeholders are currently facing from residential estate management companies; recognises that many people are experiencing significant financial strain due to the ongoing cost of living crisis, which is exacerbated by forecasted service charges, some of which may exceed £12,000 for the next year; further notes with concern that despite these excessively high service charges, maintenance of land and communal areas remains extremely poor, with reports of grass not being cut for months and roads left riddled with potholes; urges management companies to improve their communication with residents to ensure that concerns are properly addressed in a timely manner; and calls on the Government to introduce regulations requiring residential estate management companies to ensure that service charges are fair and affordable, and to guarantee that residents receive an appropriate level of service for the fees they pay.

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.

1433Impact of EU 90/180 day rule on UK citizens

Tabled: 10/06/25 Signatories: 36

James MacCleary

Wendy Chamberlain

Lisa Smart

John Milne

Edward Morello

Sarah Dyke

That this House is deeply concerned about the damaging impact of the EU’s 90-day limit within a 180-day period on British touring artists, professional drivers, and tourists; notes that current rules severely restrict the mobility and economic opportunities of musicians, performers, lorry and coach drivers, and British travellers who depend on working and travelling across Europe for their livelihoods; further notes that with the EU's Entry/Exit System beginning stringent monitoring from October, haulage and coach companies could see revenue reductions of up to 50 per cent, threatening their viability; observes that this situation is unfairly asymmetrical, as EU nationals visiting the UK can stay for up to six months per visit, placing British citizens at a disadvantage; and therefore urges immediate action to negotiate a reciprocal agreement with the EU that ensures fair and equal terms for British lorry drivers, coach drivers, travellers, artists and performers, securing their livelihoods and strengthening mutual benefits for both sides.

1434Unpaid Care Dashboard

Tabled: 10/06/25 Signatories: 37

Alison Bennett

Lisa Smart

Sarah Dyke

Rachel Gilmour

Clive Jones

Jim Shannon

That this House commends the second report of the Health and Social Care Committee of Session 2024–25 on Adult Social Care: the Cost of Inaction, published on 5 May 2025; agrees with their conclusion that unpaid carers are bearing the highest cost from successive governments’ failures to reform adult social care; further commends the statement by Dr Maria Petrillo of the Centre for Care, University of Sheffield, in oral evidence to the Committee, that the care they provide is worth an estimated £184 billion, which, to contextualise, is equivalent to the combined NHS budget across the four nations; congratulates the Centre for Care, in conjunction with Carers UK, in launching the Unpaid Care Dashboard, freely available to the public, to help explore patterns and demographics of unpaid care to support policymakers, practitioners, and the public in their efforts to address the needs of the carers; and calls on the UK and Welsh Governments to promote the value of the Unpaid Care Dashboard as part of their strategies to meet the needs of the millions of people who care unpaid for family or friends.

1436Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2025

Tabled: 10/06/25 Signatories: 18

Mary Kelly Foy

Kim Johnson

Jim Shannon

Andrew George

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Jeremy Corbyn

That this House recognises June as Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month; celebrates the rich and diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Romany Gypsy, Irish Traveller, Roma, New Traveller, Showmen and Liveaboard Boater communities across the UK; acknowledges that since its launch in 2008, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month has played a vital role in educating the wider public, challenging stereotypes, and promoting understanding and inclusion; further recognises the ongoing barriers faced by these communities, including discrimination, social exclusion and inequality in access to services; and encourages everyone to support and celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2025.

1437Access to Electric Vehicle charging for social housing residents

Tabled: 11/06/25 Signatories: 22

Charlotte Cane

Ellie Chowns

Jim Shannon

Adam Dance

Steve Darling

Mr Will Forster

That this House recognises the urgent need to support the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) to help tackle climate change and clean up polluted air as part of the UK’s net zero commitments; notes that residents in social housing may face practical challenges in installing EV chargers, particularly where parking arrangements or infrastructure limitations exist; further notes that some mobility vehicles are now only available in electric form, making access to home charging essential for independence and accessibility; acknowledges the potential benefits of expanding EV charging access, including reduced transport costs and improved air quality; welcomes efforts to make it cheaper and easier for all drivers to switch to electric vehicles; calls for urgent progress in expanding residential on-street charging and local grid capacity; further calls on the Government to work collaboratively with housing associations and local authorities to develop clear, supportive policies that enable social housing residents to make minor, cost-neutral adjustments, such as reallocating parking spaces, to facilitate EV charging where feasible; and encourages housing providers to proactively support social housing residents in adopting cleaner transport by enabling practical, low-cost solutions to charging access.

1442Role of B Corporations in promoting sustainable business in rural communities

Tabled: 11/06/25 Signatories: 14

Sarah Gibson

Ellie Chowns

Jim Shannon

Adrian Ramsay

Martin Wrigley

Carla Denyer

That this House recognises the contribution of Certified B Corporations in promoting high standards of social and environmental responsibility in the UK economy; notes that B Corporations are independently assessed for their impact on workers, communities, customers and the environment; welcomes the growing number of such businesses operating outside major urban centres, including in rural and regional communities; highlights the recent certification of the National Self Build and Renovation Centre in Lydiard Fields as an example of how purpose-led businesses are embedding sustainable practices and employee ownership across a range of sectors; and calls on the Government to explore ways to support and promote ethical and sustainable business models in all parts of the country.

1447Christian persecution in Niger State, Nigeria

Tabled: 12/06/25 Signatories: 6

Brendan O'Hara

Andrew George

Graham Leadbitter

Jim Shannon

Mr Gregory Campbell

Ellie Chowns

That this House notes with extreme concern, reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including the violent invasion of Zagaga, Chibani, and Kuch communities in Munya Local Government Area of Niger State on 27 May 2025; further notes that the attacks resulted in the deaths of many villagers and the abduction of others; and calls on His Majesty’s Government and the Nigerian authorities to take more effective action to protect vulnerable communities and to bring to justice those responsible.

1449Diabetes Week 2025

Tabled: 12/06/25 Signatories: 22

Sarah Dyke

Mr Will Forster

Helen Maguire

Lisa Smart

Martin Wrigley

Adam Dance

That this House commemorates Diabetes Week 2025; notes that 5.8 million in the UK are living with diabetes; understands that without the right support, diabetes can lead to other long-term conditions and complications like sight loss, amputations, stroke and heart disease; is concerned that more than 1 in 3 people are not getting all the checks they need; recognises the role that the UK’s broken food system plays in people developing long-term health conditions such as diabetes; further notes with regret that healthier foods are more than twice as expensive per calories than less healthy foods and less available; is worried by research from the Food Foundation highlighting that the most deprived fifth of the population would need to spend 45% of their disposable income on food to afford the government-recommended healthy diet; further recognises with regret that the UK only produce 17% of the fresh fruit and 55% of the fresh vegetables that we consume; and calls for the Government to provide support for homegrown produce following the closure of the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme in December 2024 and to commit to an additional £1bn a year in support for farmers to ensure they can continue to produce high quality food for our tables while protecting and enhancing our natural environment.

1450Men’s Health Week 2025 (No. 2)

Tabled: 12/06/25 Signatories: 15

Mr Angus MacDonald

Mr Will Forster

Helen Maguire

Martin Wrigley

Mr Joshua Reynolds

Clive Jones

That this House marks the end of Men’s Health Week 2025 and recognises the continuing crisis in men’s mental health; notes with concern that suicide is the leading cause of death among men under 50, with rates highest among those in middle age; welcomes the Government’s commitment to a men’s health strategy and urges the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to make suicide prevention a central focus; recognises the importance of increasing capacity and coordination across mental health services to end out-of-area placements, expanding support for young people up to the age of 25, and removing prescription charges for those with chronic mental health conditions; and commends the vital work of Highlands-based charities including Lochaber Hope, Ewan’s Room and Centred in supporting men’s mental health across the region.

1457Support for farmers

Tabled: 13/06/25 Signatories: 45

Tim Farron

Clive Jones

Helen Maguire

Lisa Smart

Mr Lee Dillon

Liz Jarvis

That this House recognises with deep concern the Chancellor’s Spending Review decision to cut the DEFRA budget in real terms by 2.3% annually, with a real terms cut to the farming budget of around £100m; understands budget cuts will have potentially devastating consequences for the environment, the rural economy, farming communities and food security whilst creating uncertainty for the funding of regulatory bodies such as Natural England and the Environment Agency; notes that this cut comes at a time of great uncertainty for farming businesses after the botched transition, bungled trade deals and budget underspend overseen by the Conservatives in government; further notes the risks to farming businesses caused by the Government's changes to Inheritance Tax, the accelerated phase out of the Basic Payments Scheme and the sudden closure of Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) applications; calls on the Government to confirm what impact DEFRA budget cuts will have on the rural economy, food security and climate and nature goals; further calls on the Government to clarify which scheme(s) will be provided funding with the £400m allocated for nature and the £300m unallocated under the farming budget; and urges the Government to properly fund profitable, sustainable and nature-friendly farming with an extra £1 billion a year for Environmental Land Management Schemes (ELMS) to make sure our farmers can continue to feed the nation, protect and enhance our natural environment.

1458Disconnection of stolen phones

Tabled: 13/06/25 Signatories: 14

Martin Wrigley

Ayoub Khan

Helen Maguire

Liz Jarvis

Mr Angus MacDonald

Adam Dance

That this House calls for an immediate crackdown on phone theft by forcing big tech & phone companies to disconnect mobile phones that have been stolen and on the International Mobile Equipment Identity blacklist; notes the public discontent with big tech companies failing to enforce easy safeguards towards protecting customers from phone theft, as companies such as Apple and Google continue to make profit and continue to sell more phones because these phones are not removed from the system.

1466Learning Disability Week 2025

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 16

Mr Lee Dillon

Helen Maguire

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Claire Young

That this House commemorates Learning Disability Week 2025; notes that this year’s theme is Do You See Me, which aims to ensure that people with a learning disability are seen, heard, included, and valued in all aspects of life, while celebrating the contributions that people with learning disabilities make to society; congratulates The Yume Project in Newbury, West Berkshire, an independent provider of day activities for adults with learning disabilities, on hosting a free arts exhibition to mark Learning Disability Week; recognises the hard work and dedication of The Yume Project, which was formed by a group of former care workers made redundant after cuts to the council’s adult social care services in 2011, with the council subsequently providing funding and training to help the group become established and support those without access to services; and calls on the Government to provide additional support to local authorities to help sustain projects such as this.

1467UK-US Trade Deal and animal welfare and farming

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 20

Pippa Heylings

Helen Maguire

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Martin Wrigley

That this House notes with concern the announcement on 8 May 2025 of the UK-US Trade Deal which significantly expands tariff-free access for US beef exports from 1,000 to 13,000 tonnes annually; further notes that while the Government has stated that sanitary and phytosanitary standards must be maintained, the deal does not address the lower animal welfare standards under which US beef is often produced; is concerned that the widespread use of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations in the US, involving intensive confinement, routine use of antibiotics, and limited environmental oversight, creates an unfair economic advantage over UK producers who operate under higher animal welfare, environmental, and food safety standards; and calls on the Government to ensure all future trade agreements do not undermine the animal or environmental standards of UK farmers to ensure fairness and food security.

1468New blood cancer drug

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 21

Clive Jones [R]

Helen Maguire

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Martin Wrigley

That this House notes that blood cancer is the UK's third largest cancer killer and that myeloma remains an incurable blood cancer; welcomes the recent announcement that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence have approved belantamab mafodotin to treat myeloma; further welcomes that eligible patients in the UK will be the first in the world to have access to the innovative drug; congratulates the hard work of the scientists who are at the forefront of fighting cancer; and calls on the Government to make the UK a superpower in cancer research.

1470Nablus

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 5

Stephen Gethins

Chris Law

Graham Leadbitter

Brendan O'Hara

Ellie Chowns

That this House condemns the Israeli government’s expansion of military activity in Nablus; expresses concern that humanitarian efforts to deliver aid in Nablus have been obstructed; calls on the UK Government to demand full humanitarian access into Nablus, including the provision of the FBU appliance donation to the firefighters of Nablus; recognises that 2025 marks the 45-year anniversary of twinning of Dundee with the Palestinian city of Nablus in 1980; commends all of those who continue to maintain the links between the two cities; and urges the UK Government to follow the City of Dundee’s lead by recognising Palestine as an independent state as the best way to move towards a just and durable long-term peace.

1471Wild Waters Festival

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 7

Brian Mathew

Jim Shannon

Martin Wrigley

Sarah Dyke

Mr Angus MacDonald

Wera Hobhouse

That this House celebrates the first Wild Waters Festival involving 13 parishes along the River Avon and its tributaries, from Box to Wingfield via Bradford on Avon; recognises the need to protect our rivers and the role of the Wild Waters Festival 2025 as a part of this effort; further recognises the effects of climate change and flooding on residents and local businesses across the South West; notes the effort made to put together a wide range of activities, including walks, documentary screenings, workshops, quizzes and scientific talks; and congratulates the Wild Waters Festival organising team and volunteers on a very successful event.

1472Allergy safety and equality in schools

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 3

Dr Lauren Sullivan

Jim Shannon

Ellie Chowns

That this House recognises the urgent need to improve safety, inclusion and equality for children with serious allergies in UK schools; expresses deep concern that inconsistent access to emergency medication, a lack of mandatory staff training, and the absence of standardised allergy management policies place allergic pupils at significant risk; notes that these failings contribute to health inequality, school exclusion, anxiety, and poor attendance; further notes that many schools struggle with the cost of providing spare adrenaline auto-injectors, and that parents are often left to advocate for their child’s safety in the absence of clear national requirements; and therefore calls on the Government to introduce Benedict’s Law, to mandate that all schools hold spare adrenaline auto-injectors, provide certified allergy awareness and emergency response training to staff, and implement a standardised national allergy policy, in order to safeguard health, promote equality, and ensure the wellbeing of all pupils regardless of medical need.

1473Three Dads Walking

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 8

Llinos Medi

Ann Davies

Ben Lake

Liz Saville Roberts

Mr Gregory Campbell

Jim Shannon

That this House applauds the outstanding efforts of the Three Dads Walking as they embark on an eight-day walking challenge to raise money for services dedicated to the prevention of young suicide; notes that on the eve of Father’s Day, Andy Airey from Cumbria, Mike Palmer from Ynys Môn, and Tim Owen from Norfolk began a 130-mile trek along the Ynys Môn Coastal Path; commends the three for walking in memory of their daughters Sophie Airey, Beth Palmer, and Emily Owen; further notes that the three are aiming to raise £30,000 for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, a charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people; highlights that the charity has warned of cuts to its HOPELINE247 service, which provides a vital helpline for children and young people in crisis; is deeply concerned that suicide is the biggest killer of those under 35 in the UK with around 200 teenagers take their own lives ever year; and praises Andy, Mike and Tim for advocating for suicide prevention measures and raising awareness over this important issue.

1475Peter Krykant (No. 2)

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 6

Euan Stainbank

Wendy Chamberlain

Jim Shannon

Dr Scott Arthur

Torcuil Crichton

Richard Baker

That this House expresses its sadness at the passing of Peter Krykant and its condolences to Peter’s family and friends; celebrates Peter’s pioneering work on drug reform and tireless campaigning on behalf of some of the most vulnerable in society; and notes that Peter’s leadership through his mobile unit has prevented overdoes, the spread of blood-borne viruses and saved lives.

1477Disturbance from small aircraft

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 4

Freddie van Mierlo

Sarah Dyke

Mr Angus MacDonald

Ellie Chowns

That this House notes with concern the growing number of complaints from residents regarding the persistent noise nuisance caused by small aircraft flying low over homes and gardens, often for recreational or training purposes; further notes the distress and disruption this causes to local communities, affecting quality of life and mental wellbeing; recognises that noise pollution is a serious environmental health issue linked to stress, sleep disturbance and other long-term health effects; is concerned that emissions from light aircraft contribute to local air pollution and undermine efforts to tackle the climate crisis; and calls on the Government to conduct a review of small aircraft operations over residential areas, including flight paths, permitted altitudes, and emissions standards.

1478Better Business Day campaign and the Company Directors (Duties) Bill

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 23

Martin Wrigley

Helen Maguire

Jim Shannon

Pippa Heylings

Jamie Stone

Wera Hobhouse

That this House welcomes Better Business Day and congratulates all those involved in raising awareness of the Better Business Act campaign, which seeks to amend company law to ensure directors have a duty to advance the interests of shareholders while also considering the wider community and the environment; recognises that this campaign reflects growing public and investor demand for responsible and sustainable business practices; further recognises the constructive engagement between campaigners, businesses and hon. Members during Better Business Day, fostering cross-party dialogue on how company law reform can strengthen long-term economic resilience; notes the broad support for the proposed Better Business Act from businesses including Iceland, Tony’s Chocolonely, Olio, Bloom & Wild, Charlie Bigham’s, Forest, Danone, Virgin Group, Little Moons, Gü, and ELEMIS, and from organisations such as ShareAction, the Institute of Directors and the RSPB; calls on the Government to bring forward legislation to move company law from a system of shareholder primacy to one of stakeholder primacy; and urges the Government to support the hon. Member for Newton Abbot's Company Directors (Duties) Bill to ensure businesses deliver for people, communities and the environment.

1479High street gambling reform

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 14

Dawn Butler

Jim Shannon

Paulette Hamilton

Ms Diane Abbott

Ellie Chowns

Alison Hume

That this House notes with concern that local authorities currently lack sufficient powers to regulate the spread of gambling premises due to the statutory aim to permit duty set out in the Gambling Act 2005; further notes that this duty restricts councils’ ability to reject applications for new gambling venues even in areas already saturated with such establishments or where serious concerns have been raised by residents, police, or public health officials; is alarmed by the clustering of gambling venues in economically challenged communities, where they contribute to rising levels of poverty, debt, and mental health problems; recognises that gambling harm is a growing public health issue, with an estimated annual cost of £1.77 billion to the NHS and related services; and acknowledges the need for greater local democratic control over licensing decisions to better reflect the needs and wellbeing of local communities.

1482Northern Ireland success in World Cup of Darts final

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 5

Jim Shannon

Mr Gregory Campbell

Dr Scott Arthur

Andrew Rosindell

Alex Easton

That this House notes the success of Northern Ireland, winning the World Cup of Darts for the first time with a fantastic victory over Wales; highlights the team of Daryl Gurney and Josh Rock, who overcame two-time champions Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton 10-9 in Frankfurt; further notes that this is the first time the pair played together and that this victory will go a long way in motivating other young athletes to pursue their dreams; congratulates both Daryl and Josh on their success; and wishes them all the best for the future of their careers in darts.

1488Harmful chemicals in period products

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 30

Martin Wrigley

Tom Morrison

Wendy Chamberlain

Claire Hanna

Sorcha Eastwood

Sarah Dyke

That this House notes that recent testing by PAN UK and the Women’s Environmental Network found glyphosate, a probable carcinogen, in period projects; further notes that tests on period products over the last 20 years have also found them to include a range of potentially harmful chemicals, heavy metals and pesticides; notes that research has shown period products to be an important and much overlooked source of exposure to endocrine disrupting substances for women, girls and those who menstruate; expresses concern that period products remain largely unregulated; calls on the Government to deliver robust testing of period products and to introduce a legal requirement for manufacturers to disclose the ingredients and additives used in their period products; and further calls for all period products provided in schools and public facilities to meet high standards for safety and health.

1491Scottish bathing water quality

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 7

Dave Doogan

Jim Shannon

Graham Leadbitter

Brendan O'Hara

Seamus Logan

Pete Wishart

That this House celebrates the record number of designated bathing waters in Scotland now rated Excellent for water quality; welcomes the start of the 2025 bathing water season; commends the Scottish Environment Protection Agency for its science-led approach to monitoring and regulation; notes the 10th anniversary of the first samples taken under the revised Bathing Water Directive, which introduced more rigorous water quality standards and enhanced public information; recognises the key role of investment in wastewater infrastructure, improved agricultural practices and targeted pollution control in water quality management; and acknowledges the importance of clean bathing waters to public health, wellbeing, tourism and community pride.

1492Military escalation between Israel and Iran

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 6

Brian Leishman

John McDonnell

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

Jeremy Corbyn

Apsana Begum

Ellie Chowns

That this House expresses immense concern at the escalating military confrontation between Israel and Iran, which has already claimed hundreds of civilian lives and risks igniting a full-scale regional war; notes that both the Israeli Government and Iranian regime have long records of repressing dissent, violating international law, and disregarding civilian life; believes this crisis stems from militarism, occupation, foreign interference, and a collective failure to prioritise diplomacy, justice, and human rights; recognises that the recent escalation has been fuelled by Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land, repeated unilateral cross-border military actions and growing defiance of international laws; condemns the Iranian regime’s repression of its people, persecution of women and minorities, and destabilising regional role – including its military support for armed terrorist groups and repeated threats against Israel; further notes with alarm mounting evidence that elements within the Israeli state view this escalation as part of a wider strategy to overthrow the Iranian government – an ambition that risks broader regional conflict and destabilisation, with potentially severe consequences for civilian populations; further condemns the UK’s complicity through continued arms sales and diplomatic cover, enabling not only the collective punishment of Palestinians but now broader regional escalation; calls on the Government to demand an immediate ceasefire, end arms sales to all parties involved and support diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions; and reaffirms this House’s commitment to a foreign policy based on international law, human rights, and the pursuit of lasting peace and dignity for all peoples in the region.

1493Farmers, growers and the supermarket supply chain

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 20

Andrew George

Rebecca Long Bailey

Sir John Hayes

Ann Davies

John McDonnell

Rachel Gilmour

That this House recognises that farmers and growers, in the UK and overseas, require fair dealing in the grocery supply chain in order to survive and thrive; welcomes the 2008 Competition Commission Inquiry which found that larger retailers and supermarkets often abused their power by transferring excessive risk and unexpected cost to suppliers and then created the Grocery Supply Code of Practice (GSCOP) in 2009 and then the Grocery Code Adjudicator (GCA) in 2013, which established the beginnings of a framework on which to build fairer trading relationships in the grocery supply chain; welcomes some outward positive trends, including that GSCOP fair trade breaches reduced from 79% to 36% between 2014 and 2023; recognises that farmers and overseas exporters, who are not directly covered under the scope of the GSCOP, are subjected to unfair trading practices by large UK corporate buyers as risks and costs are passed along the supply chain where many unfair and abusive behaviours remain masked by a climate of fear or remain unchecked; notes that the petition entitled Reform the Grocery Supply Code of Practice to better protect farmers has over 113,000 signatories; believes the creation of two separate regulators, the GCA and the Agricultural Supply Chain Adjudicator (ASCA), risks fragmenting and weakening regulatory effort; and calls on the Government to bring both regulators together under the GCA, strengthen its powers and resource base, and ensure it is empowered to apply the Principle of Fair Dealing, particularly in respect of production, delivery and payment issues

1497Bath Rugby

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 11

Wera Hobhouse

Dr Roz Savage

Edward Morello

Sarah Dyke

Anna Sabine

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House congratulates Bath Rugby on a spectacular season, winning the 2024-25 Gallagher Premiership for the first time in 29 years, and their victory over the Leicester Tigers; celebrates that Bath also became the first English team since 2001 to seal a treble, after winning the Premiership Rugby Cup and the European Challenge Cup earlier this season; and commends the support of the Bath community and all fans of the club for their unwavering and invaluable support.

1499Air India crash

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 7

Shockat Adam

Ayoub Khan

Jim Shannon

Brian Leishman

Andrew George

Andrew Rosindell

That this House expresses its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who tragically lost their lives in the Air India Flight 171 crash on 12 June 2025, shortly after take off from Ahmedabad in Gujarat; notes that 241 people onboard the plane, alongside 38 people on the ground, including medical students and staff, were killed in this devastating accident; further notes that there were 53 British nationals on board, including the lone survivor of the crash and offers the most heartfelt condolences to their families; pays tribute to the courageous emergency services and rescue teams involved; and reaffirms the UK's commitment to support India and the affected families during this difficult time, including providing assistance in victim identification and investigation.

1503UK trade with illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 9

Mr Will Forster

Siân Berry

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Wera Hobhouse

Martin Wrigley

Andrew George

That this House notes with grave concern the recent announcement of 22 new Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, in clear violation of international law; further notes that trade with illegal settlements contributes to their entrenchment and expansion, undermining the prospects for a just and lasting peace; believes that the UK must uphold its commitment to international law and the rights of the Palestinian people; therefore calls on the Government to introduce legislation prohibiting trade between the UK and illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; and urges all UK companies to ensure their supply chains are not linked to or profiting from illegal settlements.

1504Street Croft Farm awards

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 3

Alex Brewer

Adam Dance

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House congratulates Street Croft Farm of North East Hampshire on being named the winner of the Country Alliance Awards Local Food and Drink category for the South East of England; notes that Street Croft Farm is a regenerative traditional farm and farm shop, café and market garden, with sheep, pigs, chickens and cows; recognises that Street Croft Farm also won the Muddy Stilettos award for Best Farm Shop and Deli in the south of England; acknowledges the hard work, creativity and dedication of the team at Street Croft Farm in supporting rural life and promoting local produce; commends the Countryside Alliance for creating a competition that celebrates the skills, produce and communities that sustain rural life; and wishes Street Croft Farm the best of luck as they proceed to the UK finals, where they will compete against champions from the other home nations and regions of England.

1505Tewkesbury's links to the transatlantic slave trade

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 2

Cameron Thomas

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House acknowledges Tewkesbury’s connection to the transatlantic slave trade through historical political figures, including Sir William Codrington (1719–1792) and his nephew Christopher Bethell-Codrington (1764–1843), both Members of Parliament for Tewkesbury and owners of sugar plantations worked by enslaved people in Antigua and Barbados; notes that the latter received compensation following abolition; further notes William Dowdeswell (1721–1775), also MP for Tewkesbury, married Bridget Codrington and their son, William Dowdeswell (1760–1828), also served as MP for Tewkesbury and later as Governor of the Bahamas; commends the work of Tewkesbury Voices: Retain and Explain, founded by Councillor Emma Ash, Deputy Mayor of Tewkesbury Town Council, in raising understanding of Tewkesbury’s connections to the transatlantic slave trade; anticipates the forthcoming Tewkesbury Monument Review through collaboration between Tewkesbury Historical Society and the University of Gloucestershire; recognises the work of Anti-Slavery Activism in Tewkesbury by Derek Benson and John Dixon’s lecture on The Codrington Family Tree in the Age of Transatlantic Slavery; welcomes the hosting of the Abolition Medal at Tewkesbury Museum and the exhibition of the university, led by Dr Christian O’Connell with students Morgan Casley, Ella Stalker, and Sarah Crowe; and further recognises contributions from group members including Andrew Armstrong, Julian Bagg, Councillor Hilarie Bowman, Reverend Canon Nick Davies, Dr Veronica Davies, Sam Eedle, Peter Foster, Councillor Alan Hayes, Councillor Paul Jones, Olaide Kareem, Derrick McLean, Reverend Simon Phillips, Alan Purkiss, Councillor Catherine Robertson, Elanor Stanley and Patrick Webley.

1506Fracking moratorium and onshore fossil fuel exploration

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 11

Pippa Heylings

Adrian Ramsay

Siân Berry

Wera Hobhouse

Tom Gordon

Adam Dance

That this House welcomes the Government’s continued commitment to the fracking moratorium, but expresses concern that current legislation defines hydraulic fracturing only by high fluid volume thresholds, excluding lower-volume techniques such as proppant squeeze which have previously caused seismic events, including at Preston New Road in Lancashire; notes that such methods, while technically outside the current definition, pose similar environmental and public safety risks; recognises the urgency of this issue, with proposals for proppant squeeze in North Yorkshire pending; and therefore calls on the Government to update planning legislation to include all forms of hydraulic fracturing within the moratorium to protect communities, meet seismic safety standards and align with the UK’s climate commitments and transition to renewable energy

1507Democracy in Hong Kong

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 15

Calum Miller

Luke Taylor

Wera Hobhouse

Martin Wrigley

Tom Gordon

Andrew George

That this House believes this country has a proud record of standing up for Hong Kongers; condemns the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s interference in Hong Kong’s democracy, including through the 2020 National Security Law; further condemns the CCP’s efforts to intimidate Hong Kongers living abroad who are critical of the Chinese state; notes with grave concern that according to the Political Prisoner Database there are now over 1,600 political prisoners held in China, including Jimmy Lai; views as abhorrent CCP-sponsored efforts to threaten, intimidate and place bounties on democracy activists from Hong Kong who live in the UK through the distribution of posters and letters on UK soil to neighbours; further condemns actions by the Hong Kong authorities to intimidate and imprison the family members of Hong Kong democracy activists living in the UK; calls on the Government to put in place further mechanisms for pro-democracy Hong Kong activists to receive specific support in relation to allegations of intimidation by CCP-linked groups; further calls on the Government to support police training to help better identify cases of state-sponsored political intimidation; also calls on the Government to fill the gaps in the British National (Overseas) (BNO) visa scheme and to extend BNO integration funding for Hong Kongers in the UK for the duration of the Parliament; and calls for the inclusion of employees of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London on the enhanced tier of the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme.

1508Methanol poisoning, UK traveller safety and education in schools

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 12

Tom Morrison

Martin Wrigley

Andrew George

Adam Dance

Ellie Chowns

Helen Maguire

That this House is deeply concerned by ongoing deaths and serious injuries among UK nationals overseas caused by methanol poisoning, where industrial alcohol is unknowingly consumed in counterfeit or contaminated spirits; notes that methanol poisoning has occurred in countries including Indonesia, Laos, India, Brazil, Greece and within Europe; further notes the 2023 findings of coroner Alison Mutch following the death of a British citizen in Bali, highlighting low public awareness, inadequate Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office guidance and the lack of a UK Government campaign; regrets that UK travel advice requires users to navigate multiple sections and uses insufficiently strong language; contrasts this with the Australian Government’s proactive approach to warning its citizens; recognises that methanol poisoning symptoms are often mistaken for ordinary alcohol intoxication, delaying life-saving treatment; is concerned that travel industry guidance, including that from ABTA, remains minimal; believes stronger public health messaging is urgently required, including clearer online advice, outreach through universities and GPs, and warning materials akin to cigarette packaging campaigns; supports the use of student ambassadors, visual media and real-life case studies to raise awareness; calls on the Government and travel industry to adopt a more robust and visible approach to informing travellers about the dangers of methanol poisoning and staying safe; and further believes that education on this should begin earlier, and supports the inclusion of methanol poisoning awareness within the PSHE curriculum in secondary schools, supported by centrally developed teaching materials and audio-visual resources, to ensure young people are better equipped before travelling.

1509Scottish Government restrictions on NHS medical aid to Ukraine

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 3

Mr Angus MacDonald

Martin Wrigley

Helen Maguire

That this House notes with concern that the Scottish Government placed restrictions on a donation of £800,000 worth of surplus NHS medical equipment to Ukraine, stipulating that it be used for civilian purposes only; further notes that this equipment, including ventilators, beds and oxygen concentrators, was requested by the Ukrainian Government for urgent medical use, including treating wounded soldiers near the front lines; regrets that Scottish Government officials sought assurance the aid would not be used in military hospitals, despite publicly declaring unqualified support for Ukraine's defence against Russian aggression; is concerned that this ideological restriction undermines practical efforts to save lives in Ukraine and fails to match the UK Government’s unequivocal support, which has included humanitarian, financial and military aid; further notes expert views that nothing in international rules prevented the Scottish Government from donating the equipment unconditionally; and calls on the Scottish Government to remove any such restrictive conditions on future medical aid to Ukraine and ensure that all humanitarian support is offered in a manner that best supports the Ukrainian people’s right to self-defence and survival.