Published – Monday 23 June 2025

New EDMs

1521Bank charges for micro-charities

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Helen Maguire

That this House is concerned by the introduction of bank charges on accounts held by charities and community organisations with annual incomes ranging from £1 to £250,000; notes that this change disproportionately affects micro-charities and grassroots groups, including those with incomes of only a few hundred pounds per year, for whom even modest fees represent a significant burden; further notes that these charges risk undermining the financial viability of essential local organisations that provide vital services and support in communities across the UK; recognises that micro-charities, defined as those with annual incomes of £0–£10,000, often operate entirely through volunteer effort and rely heavily on small donations and minimal resources; and therefore calls on banks to implement a minimum income threshold of £10,000 before account fees are applied, to safeguard the work of the smallest charities and community groups and ensure they can continue their contributions without facing avoidable financial hardship.

1522Press ownership by foreign states

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Max Wilkinson

That this House recognises that a free press is the cornerstone of our democracy; understands that holding power to account relies on journalistic independence and editorial freedom; notes with concern that foreign state ownership of national newspapers risks allowing foreign states to undermine the independence and integrity of British journalism; further recognises that the Government’s proposed 15% non-cumulative threshold opens the door to foreign state influence in our press; and calls on the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport to remove the right of foreign states to own any part of the British news media ecosystem immediately.

1523Anaesthetics protected title

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Michelle Welsh

That this House notes that the job title anaesthetist is not currently legally protected for use by doctors; further notes that two thirds of patients staying in hospital have contact with anaesthetists; believes that protecting the title would increase patient confidence in who they were being treated by; acknowledges that the term anaesthesiologist is used for the profession in other countries and may be adopted in the UK in the future; and calls on the Government to use forthcoming legislation around medical regulation to protect both terms.

1524Christian persecution in Taraba State, Nigeria

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Sammy Wilson

That this House notes with extreme concern reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including an attempted raid on Jen Village in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State on 25 May 2025; further notes that while the attack was thwarted by the timely intervention of troops, the incident highlights the persistent threat of violence faced by Christian communities in the region; 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.

1525Cancer Prevention Action Week on alcohol and cancer

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Cat Smith

That this House commemorates Cancer Prevention Action Week on alcohol and cancer organised by World Cancer Research Fund and supported by 25 organisations working to reduce alcohol harm and cancer incidence and improve public health; acknowledges that alcohol is a Group One carcinogen and a well-established modifiable risk factor for seven cancer types, including two of the most common in the UK, breast and bowel; highlights that these risks are present even at low levels of consumption; notes with concern that a poll commissioned by the World Cancer Research Fund found that only 7% of the British public were aware that alcohol is linked to cancer when asked unprompted; acknowledges that Government policy on alcohol does not reflect that it is responsible for around 17,000 cancer diagnoses annually; recognises that the covid-19 pandemic led to an increase in high risk drinking behaviours which could result in 18,785 extra cancer cases by 2035; urges the Government to introduce a comprehensive national alcohol strategy for England, without delay, which includes mandatory health warnings, marketing restrictions and minimum unit pricing; stresses that the strategy must align with a focus on alcohol as a risk factor in the National Cancer Plan for England; recognises the importance of working with devolved administrations to tackle alcohol-attributable cancers; and affirms that, in taking bold action, the Government will make significant strides in its health mission to shift from sickness to prevention, and achieve its ambitions to reduce NHS waiting times, address health inequalities and grow the economy.

1526Impact of proposed immigration changes on migrants living in the UK

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Pippa Heylings

That this House is deeply concerned by proposals outlined in the White Paper entitled Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May 2025, to extend the qualifying period for settlement from five to ten years; notes that this change has created significant uncertainty and anxiety for thousands of individuals and families who are already building their lives in the UK and are now facing uncertainty about their future; acknowledges the essential contribution made by many highly skilled workers who may be affected by this policy, especially those employed in the NHS and technology sectors; expresses deep concern at the absence of clarity in the White Paper regarding the impact on British National (Overseas) visa holders from the Hong Kong community, many of whom have made significant life changes based on a promise of a clear and fair route to settlement and citizenship; recognises the distress caused by this ambiguity and the urgent need for reassurance; and calls on the Government to confirm that the qualifying period of settlement for people already building their lives in the UK will remain at five years, providing much needed certainty for migrants that will enable smoother integration into their communities and reduce bureaucracy costs.

1527Visas and access to education for Ukrainian refugee children

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Pippa Heylings

That this House expresses serious concern about the detrimental impact of short-term visas granted under the Ukraine Sponsorship and Ukraine Family Schemes on the education and wellbeing of Ukrainian refugee children in the UK; notes the case of a Year 9 student living in south Cambridgeshire, whose limited 18-month visa leaves her uncertain whether she will be permitted to remain in the UK to complete her secondary education and sit GCSE exams; further notes that this situation is widespread, with many families due to apply for extensions under the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme, which also only provides a further 18 months of leave; highlights the stress and instability caused by this uncertainty, particularly for those seeking to access GCSEs, A-levels, university places and student finance, and for adults attempting to retrain or gain professional accreditation; draws attention to the Government’s statutory obligation under section 17 of the Children Act 1989 to safeguard and promote the welfare of children; and calls on the Government to urgently review the implications of short-term leave for displaced Ukrainian families and to provide guarantees that children will be able to remain in the UK to complete their education and sit public exams, clear guidance on eligibility for student finance and access to higher education and a more flexible and longer-term visa extension process that allows families to plan, integrate and contribute without fear of disruption.

1528Inverness ranked top Scottish city for outdoor enthusiasts

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Mr Angus MacDonald

That this House congratulates the city of Inverness on being named the top city in Scotland for outdoor enthusiasts, according to a new study by train operator LNER; notes that the study ranked 71 towns and cities on family-friendliness, sustainability, culture, outdoor experiences and food, with Inverness leading the table for its outstanding outdoor opportunities; celebrates Inverness’s reputation as the gateway to the Highlands, offering easy access to world-class walking and cycling routes, lochs, trails and mountains, as well as natural beauty within the city itself, including the Ness Islands, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and the Inverness Botanic Gardens; and recognises the value of this accolade in attracting tourism, supporting local businesses and celebrating the unique identity of the Highland capital.

1529Gurkha pensions

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

David Chadwick

That this House honours the extraordinary loyalty and service of the Gurkha soldiers who have fought alongside British forces for over 200 years; notes with deep concern that thousands of Gurkha veterans who retired before 1 July 1997 remain trapped on inferior pensions under the outdated Gurkha Pension Scheme, leaving many in poverty here in the UK, including in communities such as Brecon where Gurkha veterans and their families have made an enduring contribution; condemns this longstanding injustice, which denies these veterans the full recognition and support they deserve; rejects the Government’s current transfer offer as wholly inadequate and financially punitive; believes that all Gurkhas, regardless of date of retirement, should be granted full access to the Armed Forces Pension Scheme on an equal, year-for-year basis; further believes that this ongoing discrimination against Gurkha veterans is a dereliction of the UK's moral duty under the Armed Forces Covenant; and calls on the Government to act without further delay to end this injustice and ensure that every Gurkha veteran receives the full and equal pension they have earned through their loyal service to the United Kingdom.

1530Role of relationship education in preventing violence against women and girls

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Helen Maguire

That this House recognises the critical role of comprehensive, age-appropriate relationship education in preventing violence against women and girls (VAWG); notes with concern that many young people are growing up in environments where harmful and misogynistic messages are prevalent both online and offline; acknowledges that without early, preventative education focusing on respect, consent, boundaries, and recognising coercive behaviour, efforts to combat VAWG address symptoms rather than root causes; highlights that one in four women and one in six men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime, with those aged 16–19 being most at risk; further notes that despite increasing political attention, sexual assault rates among women have risen in recent years; believes that embedding relationship education in schools is vital to challenge harmful norms and promote healthy relationships; and calls on the Government to incentivise schools to extend Relationships, Sex and Health Education lessons to include 16-18 year-olds and invest in training for school staff to better understand the online spaces that young people navigate today.

1531Local authority funding

Tabled: 20/06/25 Signatories: 1

Vikki Slade

That this House is deeply concerned by the crisis in local government funding and the findings of the Thirty-First Report of the Committee of Public Accounts of Session 2024–25 on Local Government Financial Sustainability, published on 18 June 2025, and the estimate that local authority deficits will reach between £2.9bn and £3.9bn per year by 2027–28; regrets that the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government cannot guarantee local government funding increases will result in improved outcomes for residents; understands that a reduction in local authority funding directly impacts the provision of social care, SEND and vital local public services; is shocked that neither the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government nor HM Treasury undertook an assessment ahead of increases to national insurance contributions on the impact to local authority budgets; notes that the crisis in local government funding was exacerbated by the previous Government which ultimately failed to fix the social care crisis; recognises the burdens on local government budgets are compounded by the Government’s plans for local government re-organisation; and calls on the Government to publish a proper plan to end the crises in social care and SEND provision which are pushing councils to the brink of collapse and ensure local authorities have the resources they require to provide the vital local public services communities deserve and desperately need.

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.

1457Support for farmers

Tabled: 13/06/25 Signatories: 46

Tim Farron

Clive Jones

Helen Maguire

Lisa Smart

Mr Lee Dillon

Liz Jarvis

John Milne

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.

1467UK-US Trade Deal and animal welfare and farming

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 21

Pippa Heylings

Helen Maguire

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Martin Wrigley

Mr Will Forster

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: 22

Clive Jones [R]

Helen Maguire

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Jess Brown-Fuller

Martin Wrigley

Mr Will Forster

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.

1474Peter Krykant

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 6

Grahame Morris

Jim Shannon

Euan Stainbank

Kim Johnson

Charlotte Nichols

John McDonnell

That this House is shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden death of Peter Krykant, a courageous campaigner for harm reduction and drug policy reform; sends sympathy and condolences to his family, friends and colleagues; recognises that his pioneering, unofficial, drug consumption van paved the way for the establishment of Britain’s first official Safer Drug Consumption Facility at The Thistle in Glasgow; pays tribute to his tireless work in challenging stigma and saving lives; and urges the Government to promote his caring and compassionate approach to drug policy and dedication to reducing drug-related deaths.

1475Peter Krykant (No. 2)

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 8

Euan Stainbank

Wendy Chamberlain

Jim Shannon

Dr Scott Arthur

Torcuil Crichton

Richard Baker

Charlotte NicholsJohn McDonnell

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.

1476Proposed withdrawal of Huntington’s Disease specialist services in Glasgow

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 6

Martin Rhodes

Jim Shannon

John Grady

Patricia Ferguson

Maureen Burke

Douglas McAllister

That this House expresses concern over the proposal by Glasgow City Integration Joint Board to end funding for the Scottish Huntington’s Association, which would result in the loss of specialist Huntington’s Disease services across the city; recognises the complex and progressive nature of Huntington’s Disease and the essential role that specialist staff play in supporting individuals and families affected; notes cross-party concern and the lack of consultation with clinical leads, service users and other key stakeholders; and calls on the Board to pause the proposal and undertake a full and inclusive consultation to ensure that any future decisions are based on accurate and comprehensive information.

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

Tabled: 16/06/25 Signatories: 24

Martin Wrigley

Helen Maguire

Jim Shannon

Pippa Heylings

Jamie Stone

Wera Hobhouse

Mr Will Forster

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: 15

Dawn Butler

Jim Shannon

Paulette Hamilton

Ms Diane Abbott

Ellie Chowns

Alison Hume

Iqbal Mohamed

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.

148650th anniversary of Summerston

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 3

Martin Rhodes

Jim Shannon

Douglas McAllister

That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Summerston community in Glasgow; notes that the first residents moved into the area in late 1974, laying the foundations for what has become a vibrant and resilient neighbourhood; recognises the strong sense of community that has developed over the decades, shaped by the dedication and civic spirit of local people; commends the Summerston Community and Environmental Group for its ongoing work to enhance the local environment and mark this important milestone; acknowledges the valuable contributions of the North Maryhill, Acre and Summerston Community Council and other community organisations in supporting local initiatives and fostering civic engagement; believes that active community involvement is vital to the wellbeing and future of areas like Summerston; and wishes the community continued success in the years ahead.

1488Harmful chemicals in period products

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 32

Martin Wrigley

Tom Morrison

Wendy Chamberlain

Claire Hanna

Sorcha Eastwood

Sarah Dyke

Julia BuckleyIqbal Mohamed

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.

1493Farmers, growers and the supermarket supply chain

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 21

Andrew George

Rebecca Long Bailey

Sir John Hayes

Ann Davies

John McDonnell

Rachel Gilmour

David Chadwick

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

1499Air India crash

Tabled: 17/06/25 Signatories: 11

Shockat Adam

Ayoub Khan

Jim Shannon

Brian Leishman

Andrew George

Andrew Rosindell

Ben LakeLiz Saville RobertsAnn DaviesLlinos Medi

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.

1500Terrance McCourt MBE

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 2

Patricia Ferguson

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Terrance McCourt on being awarded an MBE for services to veterans in Scotland as part of the King’s Birthday Honours this year; thanks Mr McCourt, a former Parachute Regiment veteran and British Army Recruiting Sergeant, for his service to the country; recognises the important work he now does supporting veterans and their families in his role as the Secretary of the Glasgow Branch of the Parachute Regimental Association; and commends Mr McCourt for his fundraising initiatives, which have resulted in more than £500,000 being raised for the Soldiers’, Sailors’, and Airmen’s Families Association over the past 25 years.

1501Include Me 2 family festival

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 2

Blair McDougall

Jim Shannon

That this House commends the hard work and dedication of the staff and volunteers at the Include Me 2 Club in organising their free family festival in Cowan Park, Barrhead on 21 June 2025; further commends the Include Me 2 Club for the excellent work that they do throughout the community in ensuring that people of all ages and abilities are treated equally, with respect, and are able to have an enjoyable time, working to achieve any goals that they may have; and wishes everyone who is attending the festival an enjoyable day.

1502Monteiths and the Southside Bar at the Food Awards Scotland 2025

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 2

Blair McDougall

Jim Shannon

That this House congratulates Monteiths in Clarkston, and the Southside Bar in Giffnock on becoming finalists in the 11th Food Awards Scotland 2025 for Bar and Grill of the Year; notes the significance of this achievement, with two venues in East Renfrewshire constituency selected out of all the bar and grills across the entirety of the Scotland eligible for consideration; celebrates the high quality of hospitality both venues provide and the clear dedication of their staff; and offers both best wishes for the final.

1503UK trade with illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 13

Mr Will Forster

Siân Berry

Neil Duncan-Jordan

Wera Hobhouse

Martin Wrigley

Andrew George

Ben LakeLiz Saville RobertsAnn DaviesLlinos Medi

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: 4

Alex Brewer

Adam Dance

Mr Angus MacDonald

Jim Shannon

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.

1506Fracking moratorium and onshore fossil fuel exploration

Tabled: 18/06/25 Signatories: 14

Pippa Heylings

Adrian Ramsay

Siân Berry

Wera Hobhouse

Tom Gordon

Adam Dance

James MacClearyMr Will ForsterCameron Thomas

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: 20

Calum Miller

Luke Taylor

Wera Hobhouse

Martin Wrigley

Tom Gordon

Andrew George

Victoria CollinsDr Danny ChambersJames MacClearyMr Will ForsterJim Shannon

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: 20

Tom Morrison

Martin Wrigley

Andrew George

Adam Dance

Ellie Chowns

Helen Maguire

Ian SollomVictoria CollinsBen MaguireDr Danny ChambersTom GordonMr Will ForsterJim Shannon

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: 6

Mr Angus MacDonald

Martin Wrigley

Helen Maguire

Dr Danny Chambers

Mr Will Forster

Jim Shannon

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.

1510Babbacombe Corinthian Sailing Club

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 2

Steve Darling

Jim Shannon

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: 2

Christine Jardine

Jim Shannon

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: 6

Sorcha Eastwood

Andrew Rosindell

Mr Clive Betts

Graeme Downie

Andrew George

Jim Shannon

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: 3

Clive Lewis

Alice Macdonald

Jim Shannon

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: 2

Richard Baker

Jim Shannon

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: 2

Mr Angus MacDonald

Jim Shannon

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: 4

Mr Angus MacDonald

Helen Maguire

Mr Will Forster

Jim Shannon

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.

1518Shared Lives Carers

Tabled: 19/06/25 Signatories: 4

Martin Wrigley

Brian Mathew

Helen Maguire

Jim Shannon

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: 2

Mr Angus MacDonald

Jim Shannon

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: 6

Mr Lee Dillon

Dr Danny Chambers

David Chadwick

Helen Maguire

Mr Will Forster

Jim Shannon

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.