Carla Lockhart

68475 • Livestock: IVF

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to help establish a UK-wide genetic resource bank for the cryopreservation of (a) embryos and (b) semen for rare livestock breeds.

68009 • Somalia: Religious Freedom

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to raise concerns about the treatment of (a) Christians and (b) other religious minorities in Somalia at the United Nations.

68010 • Gabapentin

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what recent assessment his Department has made of the potential link between the use of gabapentin and cognitive impairment in patients.

68011 • Mali: Religious Freedom

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to raise concerns about the treatment of (a) Christians and (b) other religious minorities in Mali at the United Nations.

68012 • National Wealth Fund Taskforce

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment his Department has made of the effectiveness of the National Wealth Fund Taskforce since its establishment; and what recommendations the Taskforce has made in relation to investment projects in Northern Ireland.

68013 • Quantum Technology

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what recent progress his Department has made on the implementation of the UK National Quantum Strategy.

68014 • Airports: Northern Ireland

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the regulatory oversight of (a) private and (b) unlicensed airfields in Northern Ireland.

68015 • Official Visits: Northern Ireland

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many official visits were made by foreign diplomats to Northern Ireland in the last 12 months.

68016 • Cybersecurity: Northern Ireland

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what discussions he has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on UK-wide civil contingency (a) planning and (b) response frameworks on cyberattacks on critical infrastructure.

68017 • Sheep: Farmers

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to help sheep farmers from Northern Ireland to participate in UK-funded livestock (a) genomics and (b) breeding research programmes.

68018 • Livestock: Animal Breeding

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether rare livestock breeders based in Northern Ireland are eligible to (a) contribute to and (b) benefit from UK-wide genetic preservation schemes for (i) heritage and (ii) exotic breeds.

66666 • Transport: Disability

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent steps his Department has taken to promote collaboration between the (a) Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee, (b) Inclusive Mobility and Transport Advisory Committee in Northern Ireland and (c) Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland.

66667 • Public Transport: Disability

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions he has had with public transport bodies on (a) partnering with AccessAble and (b) providing equivalent information to improve accessibility for disabled passengers.

66668 • Public Buildings: Access

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to encourage local authorities to (a) join AccessAble and (b) provide publicly available information on disability access to (i) public buildings and (ii) services.

65895 • Nigeria: Christianity

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the humanitarian situation of Christians in Nigeria’s Middle Belt, in the context of the number of Christians who were killed in Islamist attacks in April 2025.

65896 • Nigeria: Christianity

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has made recent representations to his Nigerian counterpart on the accountability of militant groups targeting Christian communities in (a) Benue and (b) Plateau States.

65897 • Nigeria: Religious Freedom

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department has considered implementing (a) sanctions and (b) conditionality on development aid to Nigeria in the context of attacks on (i) Christians and (ii) other religious minorities in the Middle Belt region.

65898 • Nigeria: Religious Freedom

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the adequacy of the steps take by the Nigerian government to (a) protect religious minorities and (b) prevent attacks by Fulani Islamist militias.

65334 • Bereavement Counselling and Maternity Services: Ethnic Groups

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to ensure equitable access to (a) maternity and (b) bereavement care services for Black and Asian families.

65335 • Perinatal Mortality

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many additional (a) neonatal, (b) stillbirth and (c) maternal deaths have occurred since 2018 compared to the Government’s target to halve 2010 rates by 2025; and what steps he is taking to meet these targets.

EDM 1736 • Impact of terrorism glorification on reconciliation and victims

That this House unequivocally condemns the continuing glorification of terrorism in Northern Ireland and across the Unit...

EDM 1746 • 160th anniversary of the Salvation Army

That this House notes the upcoming 160th anniversary of the Salvation Army, founded on 2 July 1865 by William Booth in t...

EDM 1748 • 50th anniversary of the Blair Memorial Flute Band

That this House notes the 50th anniversary of the Blair Memorial Flute Band, founded in 1975 in Omagh in memory of Drew ...

EDM 1674 • Impact of net zero targets on UK agriculture and rural communities

That this House expresses grave concern over the disproportionate impact of UK-wide net zero emissions targets on the ag...

EDM 1676 • Royal Black Preceptory 1000, Royal Black Institution and the Royal 13th at Scarva

That this House congratulates Royal Black Preceptory (RBP) 1000 on its exceptional leadership and organisation of the Ro...

EDM 1677 • 12 July celebrations and commending the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland

That this House congratulates the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland on the successful organisation of the 2025 Twelfth of Ju...

EDM 1645 • Impact of net zero policies on the agricultural sector and rural communities

That this House expresses deep concern over the damaging and disproportionate impact of the Government’s net zero policy...

EDM 1627 • 150th anniversary of Carleton Street Orange Hall

That this House congratulates Carleton Street Orange Hall and Heritage Centre in Portadown on its 150th anniversary; rec...

EDM 1587 • 10th anniversary of the Museum of Orange Heritage at Sloan’s House

That this House congratulates the Museum of Orange Heritage at Sloan’s House, Loughgall, on reaching its 10th anniversar...

EDM 1581 • 75th anniversary of the Corcreeney Branch, Baker Club, Apprentice Boys of Derry

That this House congratulates the Corcreeney Branch, Baker Club, one of the parent clubs of the Apprentice Boys of Derry...

EDM 1563 • Checks on movement of used agricultural and forestry machinery from GB to NI

That this House expresses deep concern at the implementation, from 23 June 2025, of EU regulations requiring used agricu...

EDM 1553 • 50th anniversary of Bethany Free Presbyterian Church, Portadown

That this House congratulates Bethany Free Presbyterian Church in Portadown on reaching its 50th anniversary; acknowledg...

EDM 1498 • 75th anniversary of the Korean War

That this House marks the 75th anniversary of the commencement of the Korean War, which began on 25 June 1950 and conclu...

EDM 1441 • 60th anniversary of Hanover Football Club

That this House congratulates Hanover Football Club on the celebration of its 60th anniversary, recognising six decades ...

EDM 1443 • 50th anniversary celebration of the Portadown BBOB Football Club

That this House congratulates Portadown BBOB Football Club on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, marking five decades...

EDM 1402 • 100th anniversary of the Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland

That this House congratulates the Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland on its 100th anniversary, marking a century since...

EDM 1351 • Support for families affected by childhood cancer

That this House recognises the unimaginable pain experienced by families receiving a childhood cancer diagnosis; pays he...

EDM 1210 • 90th anniversary of Edgarstown Accordion Band

That this House congratulates Edgarstown Accordion Band on the occasion of its 90th anniversary; recognises the band’s o...

EDM 1211 • 65th anniversary of Girlguiding Waringstown

That this House congratulates Girlguiding Waringstown on celebrating its 65th anniversary; recognises the exceptional se...

EDM 1137 • 20th anniversary of the Upper Bann Fusiliers Flute Band

That this House congratulates the Upper Bann Fusiliers Flute Band on the occasion of their 20th anniversary; notes the b...

EDM 1748 • 50th anniversary of the Blair Memorial Flute Band

That this House notes the 50th anniversary of the Blair Memorial Flute Band, founded in 1975 in Omagh in memory of Drew ...

EDM 1746 • 160th anniversary of the Salvation Army

That this House notes the upcoming 160th anniversary of the Salvation Army, founded on 2 July 1865 by William Booth in t...

EDM 1524 • Christian persecution in Taraba State, Nigeria

That this House notes with extreme concern reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including an...

EDM 691 • 95th Anniversary of Young Farmers' Clubs of Ulster

That this House congratulates the Young Farmers Clubs of Ulster on their 95th Anniversary; acknowledges the positive con...

EDM 1159 • Northern Ireland's golfing legacy and the Open Championship

That this House notes the Open Golf Championship is due to be held at Royal Portrush Golf Club; and recognises that Nort...

EDM 1617 • Portstewart Strand award

That this House notes that Portstewart Strand has been voted Best Beach in the UK by the Times and Sunday Times Newspape...

EDM 1666 • Irish Republic and Israel

That this House notes widespread concern at reports that the government of the Irish Republic has recently passed into l...

EDM 1678 • Celtic FC supporters and banner

That this House notes that as the new UK football season begins, a deeply regrettable outstanding issue remains from Feb...

EDM 1665 • Twelfth July Celebrations 2025

That this House notes the Twelfth of July 2025 celebrated across Northern Ireland and beyond; highlights the fantastic c...

EDM 1604 • 80 years of Christian Aid

That this House notes 80 years of Christian Aid, celebrating eight decades of generosity, prayer and humanitarian respon...

EDM 1605 • Dedication of LOL1363 Arch

That this House celebrates the dedication of Greenwell Street LOL1363's new arch; notes that after the damage that occur...

EDM 1706 • Ballykeel Conservative Flute Band

That this House notes the 125th anniversary of Ballykeel Conservative Flute Band; congratulates the current members of t...

EDM 1722 • Samaritans Awareness Day 2025

That this House notes the annual Samaritans Awareness day to be held on 24 July 2025; highlights the charity’s wonderful...

EDM 1693 • Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

That this House deplores the political attack by the Chief Commissioner of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission ...

EDM 1730 • Road Traffic (No. 2)

That this House calls on the Government to withdraw the Road Vehicles (Type-Approval) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 becau...

EDM 1718 • Road Traffic

That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Road Vehicles (Type-Approval) (Amendment) Regulatio...

EDM 1733 • EU Import Control System 2

That this House opposes the imposition of the EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2) on the movement of goods from Great Br...

EDM 1736 • Impact of terrorism glorification on reconciliation and victims

That this House unequivocally condemns the continuing glorification of terrorism in Northern Ireland and across the Unit...

EDM 1677 • 12 July celebrations and commending the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland

That this House congratulates the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland on the successful organisation of the 2025 Twelfth of Ju...

EDM 1676 • Royal Black Preceptory 1000, Royal Black Institution and the Royal 13th at Scarva

That this House congratulates Royal Black Preceptory (RBP) 1000 on its exceptional leadership and organisation of the Ro...