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Democratic Unionist Party
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 6 February 2019
A Bill to require public authorities to deliver services in accordance with the armed forces covenant; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 December 2015
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 December 2020
A Bill to require the installation of automated external defibrillators in public buildings, sporting facilities, schools, higher education and other education and skills facilities, and facilities that provide care to vulnerable people; and to make associated provision about training and signage.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 June 2021
A Bill to require the installation of automated external defibrillators in public buildings, sporting facilities, schools, higher education and other education and skills facilities, and facilities that provide care to vulnerable people; and to make associated provision about training and signage.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 June 2022
A Bill to require the installation of automated external defibrillators in public buildings, sporting facilities, schools, higher education and other education and skills facilities, and facilities that provide care to vulnerable people; and to make associated provision about training and signage.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 6 December 2023
A Bill to make provision for Irish citizens who have been resident in the United Kingdom for five years to be entitled to British citizenship; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 6 December 2023
A Bill to make provision for Irish citizens who have been resident in the United Kingdom for five years to be entitled to British citizenship; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 5 June 2026
A Bill to affirm and protect the sovereignty of the United Kingdom over the Chagos Islands and the British Indian Ocean Territory; to make provision restricting the cession or transfer of sovereignty without the approval of Parliament and without the consent of the Chagossian people; to provide for the protection of the Territory’s strategic and defence importance; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 December 2014
A Bill to require the provision of audio announcements on public buses; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 November 2011
A Bill to impose a duty on the devolved administrations to report annually on the Military Covenant and the effects of membership, or former membership, of the armed forces on service people; and for connected purposes
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 January 2022
A Bill to grant a right of access to the digital devices of a dead or incapacitated person to their next of kin; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 June 2021
A Bill to bring into force the remaining sections of Part 3 of the Digital Economy Act 2017
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 3 June 2026
A Bill to make provision to modify the effect on domestic law of arrangements relating to the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 July 2023
A Bill to require the Chancellor of the Exchequer to report to Parliament on the likely effects of increasing in line with inflation the income threshold for the High Income Child Benefit Charge and of determining that threshold by reference to household income instead of individual income.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2009
A Bill to require the holding of a referendum on the Treaty of Lisbon and to require the repeal of the European Union (Amendment) Act 2008 if the decision to ratify is not approved in the referendum; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 8 November 2022
A Bill to require a supermajority of votes in favour of a proposal for constitutional change on which a referendum is being held in order for it to be decided in the affirmative.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 21 October 2024
A Bill to require the continued appointment of a special envoy for freedom of religion or belief and make provision about the special envoy’s functions.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 13 November 2012
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to set up a body to establish a public initiative for the prevention of suicide and self harm, to work with internet providers and others to reduce access to information on the internet and through other sources on methods of suicide and to develop a system of alerts and blocks for internet searches relating to suicide; and for connected purposes
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 25 April 2012
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to set up a body to establish a public initiative for the prevention of suicide and self harm, to work with internet providers and others to reduce access to information on the internet and through other sources on methods of suicide and to develop a system of alerts and blocks for internet searches relating to suicide; and for connected purposes
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 10 November 2010
A Bill to promote awareness of abuse of elderly people and adults at risk, to promote training on how to recognise and respond to such abuse amongst those who are likely to encounter abuse in the course of their work, to promote greater awareness and understanding of the rights of victims of abuse amongst agencies with responsibilities for providing, arranging, commissioning, monitoring and inspecting care services, to promote the development of local strategies for preventing abuse of elderly people and adults at risk and for ensuring that victims are assisted in recovering from the effects of abuse.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 July 2013
A Bill to amend the definitions of victims and survivors for the purposes of the Northern Ireland Act 1998, the Victims and Survivors (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and related legislation; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 May 2018
A Bill to make provision about support for victims who have been severely injured or bereaved as a result of acts of terrorism by an unconnected person or organisation in the United Kingdom; to establish a review of pension support for such victims; to require that review to make proposals for additional support taking account of the effects on occupational pension provision for such victims; and for connected purposes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 4 September 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how much has been paid to the French government for help in dealing with small boat crossings in each of the last five years.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, in developing her Department’s peatland calculator for carbon losses, whether the Government will include peat destruction caused by (i) wind farm developments and (ii) wildfires cause
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 1 September 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what estimate he has made of the number of parents entitled to an enhanced State Pension as a result of Home Responsibilities Protection but yet to apply.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 July 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what steps are being taken to improve broadband and digital infrastructure in rural areas.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 1 September 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with the National Farmers Union on the continuation of Brazilian beef imports from September 2026.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 July 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what steps are being taken to improve public confidence in Northern Ireland’s political institutions.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 1 September 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, when does he expect to receive the first report from the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 28 August 2026
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when the Year Two Fees for the Extended Producer Responsibility Scheme will be published.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 14 July 2026
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what recent comparative assessment her Department has made of average house prices and average household incomes.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 December 2022
What assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of the report by UK100 on Local Net Zero Delivery Progress Report: Local Powers.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 7 September 2026
That this House commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States; remembers the 2,977 innocent lives lost, including 67 British citizens, and the countless families whose lives were forever altered on that fateful day; pays tribute to the immense bravery of the first responders, including firefighters, police officers, and medical personnel, who risked and sacrificed their lives to save others; acknowledges that 9/11 was a world-shifting event that fundamentally reshaped global security, international relations, and our collective consciousness; emphasises the enduring importance of remembering this tragedy to ensure that future generations understand the profound impact of terrorism and the vital need to continue to defend democratic values and freedom; and reaffirms the UK’s steadfast commitment to standing united with our allies against extremism and against those who believe that terrorism could ever be an acceptable tool understanding that there is always an alternative to this form of evil.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 7 September 2026
That this House remembers the 32 members of the Prison Service who lost their lives largely as a result of civil unrest and the Troubles, due to their employment; expresses its profound gratitude to them for their faithful service to upholding and maintaining the justice system in Northern Ireland for the protection of the wider public; recognises the many others and their families who have been seriously injured or subject to prolonged verbal, psychological intimidation or abuse; acknowledges the deep importance of continuing to remember and commemorate the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in the prison service; further expresses sincere sympathy to the families and friends of all those who have lost their lives in the course of duty; and calls on the Government to support a memorial in each council area in Northern Ireland to honour the 32 lives lost.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 7 September 2026
That this House notes the exceptional friendly welcome that awaits visitors to Northern Ireland, from the people who live there; recognises that it is particularly true in Londonderry and the North West, but is deeply concerned at the very real threat posed to that friendly welcoming environment by small unrepresentative groups that have regularly protested in recent years against Royal Navy vessels docking locally, at Police recruitment events, forcing Army recruitment involvement out of a jobs fair, holding regular anti Israel demonstrations and most recently causing Jewish athletes from Israel to be withdrawn from a Triathlon event; and expresses total condemnation of such activities which serve only to cause division and disruption for both local people and visitors alike.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2025
That this House condemns without reservation the continued rise of antisemitism, violent extremism and religious hatred; expresses its solidarity with all those affected by the horrific attack in the Bondi area of Sydney and with communities living under the threat of ideologically driven violence; notes with serious concern that antisemitism is no longer confined to the fringes of society but is increasingly tolerated, excused or downplayed in public discourse; further notes that following the Hamas terrorist attacks of 7 October 2023 there has been a marked increase in threats, intimidation and violence directed at Jewish people in the United Kingdom and internationally; states that there can be no moral equivalence between terrorism and self-defence and no justification for the targeting of civilians; believes that political silence, evasive language or selective outrage in response to antisemitism represents a failure of leadership; calls on all political parties, public bodies and those with influence to speak clearly and act decisively against antisemitism wherever it appears; urges His Majesty’s Government to strengthen protections for Jewish communities, to confront antisemitism in all its forms including online and in public life, and to challenge the extremist narratives that fuel hatred; and affirms that antisemitism is a poison that corrodes society and must be opposed firmly, consistently and without qualification.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2025
That this House congratulates Laurelvale Cricket Club on the occasion of its 150th anniversary; notes that the club was founded in 1875 by the Sinton family for workers at the linen mill in the village and played its first competitive match in September of that year; recognises the integral role the club has played in Laurelvale and the wider local community over the past century and a half; welcomes the range of events planned to mark this significant milestone, including the publication of the commemorative book 150 Years of Laurelvale CC, a gala anniversary dinner and an exhibition match against an NCU President’s XI; commends the club’s thriving youth section and its contribution to the development of cricket locally; further welcomes the granting of planning permission for ambitious redevelopment plans for the club’s facilities; and wishes the club’s First XI every success in the forthcoming season following their promotion to the Northern Cricket Union Premier League.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 December 2025
That this House notes the appointment of the new Grand Master of the Orange Order in Ireland, Harold Henning from County Down, and the Deputy Grand Master, Derek Reaney; acknowledges their long-standing dedication to the work, traditions, and community activities of the Order throughout Northern Ireland and to ensuring the organisation continues to grow and develop in the years ahead; and expresses deep appreciation to the previous leadership for all they have done to promote Orangeism and wishes the new leadership every success in their roles.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 December 2025
That this House recognises Christmas and the true celebration of the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, marking the beginning of God’s redemptive plan; highlights the greatest gift given at the first Christmas, a gift of love and forgiveness in the form of the Christ child, and expresses gratitude for the freedom to openly practise and express our faith at Christmas and throughout the year; notes the tremendous charity work that is being carried out by Trussell Trust Foodbanks and Salvation Army, amongst many others, to ensure that families have food and are able to enjoy the festivities; and takes the opportunity to wish all a very happy Christmas and a blessed, peaceful and safe New Year.
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2024
That this House expresses its deep concern at the scale of violence against women and girls in Northern Ireland; notes with sadness that seven women have lost their lives this year alone, contributing to a total of 25 women murdered since 2020, with many of these killings occurring within their own homes; acknowledges the tragic loss of Karen Cummings in Banbridge, which has caused shock and grief within the local community, as well as the second anniversary of Natalie McNally’s murder in Lurgan, both of which serve as a painful reminder of the urgent need for action; recognises the devastating impact such violence has on families and communities; calls on the Government to work closely with devolved institutions to develop and deliver a joined-up UK-wide strategy to tackle violence against women and girls; urges action to address root causes, improve conviction rates, implement tougher sentencing for perpetrators, and provide greater support for victims; and commits to working towards a society where all women and girls can live free from fear and violence.