Early Day Motions

Primary sponsor: Sarah Olney (LD)

That this House believes that victims of crime should be able to access a transcript of court proceedings free of charge; notes that this would improve transparency throughout the criminal justice pro...

Primary sponsor: Jon Trickett (Lab)

That this House expresses deeps concern that local government net debt across UK has doubled since 2010 and is spiralling out of control; notes a funding gap of £6.4 billion forming in the day-to-day ...

Primary sponsor: Pippa Heylings (LD)

That this House congratulates Community Energy Pathways (CEP), a not-for-profit community energy social enterprise based in Lewes, East Sussex, on being awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Sustai...

Primary sponsor: Mary Kelly Foy (Lab)

That this House recognises 12 May 2025 as International Nurses Day and pays tribute to the exceptional dedication, professionalism and expertise of nursing staff across the UK and around the world; no...

Primary sponsor: Karl Turner (Lab)

That this House recognises and applauds the historic trade deal established between the UK and the UK as a major achievement for the UK economy and a testament to the Government's commitment to enhanc...

Primary sponsor: Liz Jarvis (LD)

That this House notes significant backlogs in access to practical driving tests in Hampshire; recognises the impacts on young drivers and access to employment opportunities; acknowledges new measures ...

Primary sponsor: Chris Kane (Lab)

That this House congratulates Stirling’s Wallace High School Senior Girls Football Team on their resounding 9–1 victory on Friday 9 May to win the Scottish Schools’ Football Association Senior Girls S...

Primary sponsor: Siân Berry (Green)

That this House celebrates the contribution that the trans community, binary and nonbinary, makes to the UK; recognises that transgender transition liberates trans people to be their true selves; note...

Primary sponsor: Adam Jogee (Lab)

That this House congratulates the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Australia, the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP, on his historic victory and successful re-election in the Australian General Election h...

Primary sponsor: Lisa Smart (LD)

That this House notes with deep concern the persistence of dangerous speeding on roads such as Strines Road in the constituency of Hazel Grove, where residents have repeatedly raised the alarm over un...

Primary sponsor: Shockat Adam (Ind)

That this House notes with concern the continued increase in rail ticket prices across the UK; further notes that the cost of rail travel has become unaffordable for many people, placing an unfair bur...

Primary sponsor: Rupert Lowe (Ind)

That this House reaffirms its unwavering commitment to freedom of expression as a fundamental pillar of British democracy; notes with concern recent efforts, both formal and informal, to reintroduce b...

Primary sponsor: Stephen Gethins (SNP)

That this House celebrates the unveiling of the Peace Child time capsule in Perth, 34 years after it was buried by 60 young people from Perth Youth Theatre and 60 young people from around the world; n...

Primary sponsor: James MacCleary (LD)

That this House notes with deep concern the ongoing threats to peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly the actions of Milorad Dodik in rejecting the authority of the international ...

Primary sponsor: Graham Leadbitter (SNP)

That this House congratulates Air Commodore Alistair Monkman CBE on his appointment as Lord Lieutenant of Moray; pays tribute to the exemplary service of his predecessor, Major General Seymour Monro C...

Primary sponsor: Cat Eccles (Lab)

That this House recognises and celebrates National Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) Day on 14 May, which highlights the vital role ODPs play in the delivery of safe, effective and compassionat...

Primary sponsor: Jim Allister (TUV)

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2025 (SI, 2025, No. 407)...

Primary sponsor: Calum Miller (LD)

That this House expresses its outrage at proposals by the Israeli Government to indefinitely occupy Gaza; condemns the plans for the further forced displacement of Palestinians; affirms its belief tha...

Primary sponsor: Patricia Ferguson (Lab)

That this House recognises the VE day commemoration to be held at the Knightswood War Memorial in Glasgow West constituency on Saturday 10 May; notes that 2025 is the 80th anniversary of VE day; congr...

Primary sponsor: Chris Kane (Lab)

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotlan...