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Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1934open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2018
That this House welcomes the announcement by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres that a truce has been agreed in Stockholm for Hudaydah port in Yemen; expresses its support for other measures agreed at the talks, including the mutual transfer of up to 15,000 prisoners in the conflict, funds for the country’s central bank, and a humanitarian corridor into Taiz; recognises the work of UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths for his diligence in bringing the Parties together; commends the Foreign Secretary for travelling to Stockholm in support of the agreements; hopes that this will act as the basis for future talks, including those planned in January; and further hopes that it continues to press for a wider and enduring ceasefire.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 2259open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 7 June 2018
A Bill to increase the minimum custodial sentence on conviction for possession of a knife or other offensive weapon for an offender aged 18 years or over and to increase the minimum period of detention and training order for a person aged 16 or 17; to set a minimum custodial sentence on conviction for an offender in possession of a knife or other weapon and intending to commit any offence or having such a weapon available to use in committing murder; and for connected purposes.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 714open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 19 December 2017
That this House recognises that today marks the 1,000 day anniversary of the beginning of the civil war in Yemen; notes that the war has caused the worst humanitarian crisis of this generation with 80 per cent of Yemen's population requiring urgent humanitarian assistance; further notes that the Saudi Arabian supported coalition still enforces a blockade on Yemen that may be in prohibition of international humanitarian law; calls on the Government to use all the leverage that it has to ensure that the coalition blockade is lifted; and urges the Government to use every diplomatic instrument available to bring this conflict to an end.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 1975open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 22 March 2017
A Bill to increase the minimum custodial sentence on conviction for possession of a knife or other offensive weapon for an offender aged 18 years or over and to increase the minimum period of a detention and training order for a person aged 16 or 17; to set a minimum custodial sentence on conviction for an offender in possession of a knife or other weapon and intending to commit any offence or having such a weapon available to use in committing murder; and for connected purposes.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 1967open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 2 March 2017
A Bill to require those responsible for the selection and interviewing of candidates for, and appointment to, the posts of Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, the President of the Queen's Bench Division of the High Court of England and Wales, the Keeper or Master of the Rolls and Records of the Chancery of England and the President of the Family Division of the High Court of England and Wales to disregard the age of applicants under 70 years of age; and for connected purposes.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 831open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 December 2016
That this House congratulates Claudio Ranieri and Leicester City Football Club on winning the BBC Sports Personality Coach and Team of the Year Awards for their Premier League victory during the 2015-16 season; commends Claudio Ranieri for his outstanding role in leading his team to victory; and sends Senor Ranieri and the Foxes the very best for their Champions League campaign in 2017.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 1941open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 December 2016
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to ensure that all diabetic patients are identified on admittance to hospital and have their diabetes condition monitored while in hospital by a specialist diabetes team; and for connected purposes.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 1564open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 19 March 2015
A Bill to provide that payment of the recoverable amount determined in a confiscation order by a court must be included as a component of a custodial sentence; to provide that non-payment of the recoverable amount be a criminal offence; and for connected purposes.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (Presentation Bill)Bill 1560open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 11 March 2015
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to provide annual standardised tests for diabetes for those aged 40 and over; and for connected purposes.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 626open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 December 2014
That this House is deeply concerned that visa decision-making in South Asia is being centralised at the risk of creating poorer service and less effective oversight; notes crucial regional visa hubs such as Mumbai and Dhaka are being downsized, with Mumbai's visa staff reduced from 70 to 20 despite receiving a similar volume of applications to New Delhi; further notes 323,575 visa applications were made in India alone in 2013; recognises the importance of these areas to the 1.4 million people of Indian origin and 300,000 people of Bangladeshi origin in the UK; considers it vital to maintain good relations with India and Bangladesh; and endorses the campaigns launched by Asian Voice and Curry Life Magazine and the two e-petitions to the UK Government which call on the Government to review these regrettable decisions.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 622open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 11 December 2014
That this House applauds the decision by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence to recommend that the drug eculizumab be used for treating atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome (aHUS); notes that this life-threatening disease affects around 200 people in England with 20 to 30 new patients diagnosed with the condition each year; and recognises that a petition of 30,000 signatures was presented to the House calling for the use of this drug.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 1374open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 14 May 2014
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 882open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2013
That this House congratulates Leicester Forest East resident Sam Bailey on her stunning and triumphant victory in the X-Factor final on Sunday; notes that her outstanding range and spectacular voice has inspired the nation; believes that her victory is further evidence that Leicester is the capital of culture; and calls on the whole country to congratulate and applaud Sam Bailey.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 976open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 April 2012
A Bill to establish a programme of research into diabetes prevention; to require manufacturers of soft drinks to reduce the sugar content of soft drinks by 4 per cent; to make provision for a mechanism through which manufacturers of soft drinks are required through reinvestment of part of their profits to support the research programme from 2012; and for connected purposes
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 2533open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 December 2011
That this House congratulates the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) on its recent hosting of the Global Diabetes Forum in Dubai; welcomes the work of the IDF in bringing together Government, private sector organisations and diabetes specialists to discuss practical solutions to this global epidemic; urges the Government to build upon the momentum of events such as this to formulate a clear and informed plan to combat a condition that the IDF estimates will affect 522 million adults, or one in 10 adults, within the next two decades.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 816open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 January 2011
A Bill to remove any distinction between the sexes in determining the succession to the Crown.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1222open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 20 December 2010
That this House notes with concern that the Government will not be opting in to the EU Directive on Human Trafficking; further notes that Operation Golf, a joint human trafficking investigation team between the Metropolitan Police and the Romanian National Police came to an end in December 2010; praises the outstanding work of the Operation that targeted one of the largest child trafficking rings in Europe; calls on the Government to consider human trafficking as an international crime that requires an international response founded on partnership working across EU countries; and urges the Government to encourage more joint EU investigations such as that of Operation Golf in order to protect those who fall victim to human trafficking and to prosecute those who commit this crime.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 1212open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 15 December 2010
That this House notes with concern that the UK is one of the unhealthiest nations in Europe according to the OECD Health at a Glance report; further notes that the UK, with an average of 24.5 per cent. adult obesity, has the highest level of obesity in the EU; recognises that there is a high prevalence of Type 2 diabetes in those overweight or obese and that 2.8 million adults in the UK suffer from diabetes;urges the Government to recognise the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle to prevent the condition; and calls on the Government to provide more information about obesity and its related illnesses such as diabetes.
Bill· Private Members' Bill (under the Ten Minute Rule)Bill 279open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 6 February 2008
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 590open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2007
That this House condemns the decision by the Video Appeals Committee to overturn the ban on the sale of the video game Manhunt 2; notes that the predecessor to this game, Manhunt, was linked to the death of Leicester school boy Stefan Pakeerah; congratulates the Culture, Media and Sports Committee on its inquiry into the effects of video games; and calls on the British Board of Film Classification to seek a judicial review of the Video Appeals Committee's decision.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 591open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 17 December 2007
That this House supports the excellent work done by the Boyhood to Manhood Foundation; notes that the Home Affairs Committee commended the work that the Foundation has done in reaching out to educationally and socially excluded black boys of African and Afro-Caribbean descent in London; is concerned that, due to the expansion of the Foundation, it is now experiencing funding difficulties; and calls upon the Home Office to provide regular funding to allow the Foundation to remain operational.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 554open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 19 December 2006
That this House welcomes the change of name of Nottingham East Midlands Airport to East Midlands Airport - Nottingham, Leicester, Derby; believes that the airport will be a conduit for continued growth and investment; and notes that Leicester East Midlands Airport would be an even more fitting name given Leicester's position as hub of the Midlands.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 536open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 December 2006
That this House welcomes the news of the appointment of Sir Nigel Sheinwald and John Sawers as Her Majesty's Ambassadors to the United States and the United Nations, respectively; further congratulates Kim Darroch on his appointment as Permanent Representative to the European Union; recognises that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is the premier diplomatic service in the world and these appointments reflect the great expertise and dedication found within the Department; notes that relations with the United Nations, the European Union and the United States are three of the most important relationships for the UK; and believes that they will continue to improve and remain effective under these new appointees.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 537open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 December 2006
That this House, while accepting that the legal aid system is in need of reform, is concerned that the Government's planned implementation of Lord Carter's proposals could force several hundred law firms out of business leaving vulnerable clients without access to effective representation; is concerned that the proposals identified in the Carter Review could further endanger the supplier base; notes that the changes to the proposals announced by the Government on 28th November 2006, while welcome, do not go far enough; welcomes the Law Society's `What Price Justice' campaign to boost awareness of the potential risk to the most vulnerable people in society and notes that it is supported by MIND, the NSPCC, Shelter, the Refugee Council, the Child Poverty Action Group and others; and calls upon the Government to guarantee a legal aid system ensuring quality representation and fair access to justice for all.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 309open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 16 December 2003
That this House notes that Dalip Tahil who plays Dan Ferreira in Eastenders may face removal from Britain for breach of work permit regulations; further notes press reports that he has received a letter from the Home Office rejecting his application to stay and work here; expresses its concern about these reports; and calls upon the Home Secretary to intervene in this case to ensure that Mr Tahil will be allowed to continue in his role not just because he is an excellent actor, and one of the few actors of Asian origin on national television, but also because the Ferreira family with their trials, tribulations and trysts will be left fatherless at this crucial time in all their lives.
Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 426open
United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 18 December 2002
That this House acknowledges the significant achievements of the BBC Children in Need Appeal in helping socially disadvantaged children and young people across the United Kingdom; notes that since 1980, when the Appeal first was established, it has raised over £300 million, that in the last 12 months it awarded grants totalling £25.2 million and that during the Appeal night on 15th November it raised £13.5 million; and wishes it continued success for the future.