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That this House celebrates the 60th anniversary of the University of Bath receiving its Royal Charter; recognises its contribution to education, research and innovation; notes that its founding commitment to advancing learning and knowledge in close association with industry and commerce remains as relevant today as when first established; commends its pioneering placement programme, helping generations of students become skilled, work-ready graduates; further recognises its global network of more than 150,000 alumni across 170 countries; acknowledges its contribution to enterprise, jobs and economic growth in Bath, the South West and the UK; and wishes the University continued success in its seventh decade.
That this House notes that a record 135,580 households are stuck in temporary accommodation due to the homelessness crisis and a severe shortage of council homes; further notes that the rate at which local authorities are able to claim back the costs from the Government for temporary accommodation has been frozen since 2011, resulting in a detrimental funding gap of hundreds of millions of pounds for local councils across England and Wales every year; also notes that private landlords are charging local authorities as much as £100 per night for a single nightly paid dwelling; recognises that council taxpayers expect their Council Tax to fund clean streets, safe homes, and effective public services, not private landlords profiteering from a broken housing system; notes that the Local Government Association has said that uprating council reimbursement to 90 per cent of the current Local Housing Allowance rate would save councils in England £1.5 billion by 2030; and calls on the Government to lift this freeze as soon as possible.
That this House congratulates the Co-op Local Community Fund on its 10th anniversary; recognises the important contribution that the Fund has made to community organisations and local causes over the past decade; commends the thousands of Co-op members who have chosen to support local causes through their membership; celebrates the volunteers, supporters, donors and community champions whose time and commitment enable those organisations to make a difference in their communities; welcomes the event being held at the Chippenham Community Hub on 28 October 2026 to bring together past and present Local Community Fund causes, Co-op members and supporters to mark this milestone; further recognises the valuable work of community organisations across Wiltshire; and thanks everyone involved in the Co-op Local Community Fund for helping local organisations and communities to thrive.
That this House recognises October as Black History Month under the theme of Honouring Our Communities and celebrates the exceptional contributions that people of African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and Asian descent have made to the culture, science, economy and civic life of the UK; acknowledges that honouring communities means confronting inequalities as well as celebrating achievements, and notes with concern that Black women continue to experience significantly poorer maternity outcomes and inequalities in care; believes that research, education and practice must be informed by diverse perspectives and lived experiences if these disparities are to be addressed; appreciates the vital work of grassroots organisations, community groups, researchers, educators and health professionals who work throughout the year to ensure these contributions and challenges are visible and acted upon; further believes that Black History Month should be recognised not just in October but throughout the year; and calls on the Government to embed the history and achievements of people of African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and Asian descent in the national curriculum, address health inequalities facing Black communities, and sustain investment in the organisations that carry this work forward.
That this House expresses concerns regarding the issue of vaping and smoking among young people, its negative wider impact and the detrimental health implications; and acknowledges previously implemented legislation regarding this issue, but notes that the problem of purchasing vapes and cigarettes persists, in part due to increased visibility of vape shops on high streets across the United Kingdom.
That this House congratulates the Castlemilk Pantry, in partnership with Ardenglen Housing Association and Good Food Scotland, on expanding as a community shop; recognises that the Pantry plays an essential role in providing affordable, nutritious food to a community lacking a local supermarket; wishes the best of luck to the team at the Pantry for the shop launch on the 22nd of October; and commends the people of Castlemilk for their unbreakable sense of solidarity and supportive community spirit.
That this House expresses concern that the BBC plans to close its Scotland linear TV station as part of cost saving measures; believes that moving the service to iPlayer will make it less accessible; notes with concern that the News at Seven programme will close; further believes the decision should be reversed as it will weaken democracy due to the reduction in accurate and timely reporting of Scottish current affairs; further notes with concern that this is another change to broadcasting in Scotland after Ofcom allowed STV North to close; and also believes that this is an alarming direction of travel which sees jobs lost and Scottish broadcasting diminished.
That this House congratulates St Brigid’s Senior Football Team in South Belfast on their historic win in the Antrim Senior Football Cup Final at the weekend; recognises that it is Naomh Brid’s first time playing in the SFC final since the club’s formation 28 years ago in 1998; and wishes them luck in their Ulster Club Senior Football Cup campaign.
That this House congratulates The Enchanted Forest autumn sound and light show on reaching its 25th anniversary in 2026, marking a quarter of a century since their first event was held; recognises the Enchanted Forest Community Trust’s achievement in developing Scotland’s premier sound and light show into a nationally acclaimed event, attracting more than 80,000 visitors each autumn and contributing over £7.5 million to the local economy; commends the Trust for reinvesting event surpluses into local charities, community groups and projects across Highland Perthshire; acknowledges the contribution this funding makes to children and young people, health and wellbeing, arts and culture, sport, environmental sustainability and community resilience in the area; and applauds the volunteers, trustees, organisers, local businesses and the community partners whose dedication has helped make The Enchanted Forest such a successful Scottish institution.
That this House expresses concern that between 2011 and 2015 over 2,200 tonnes of oil and over 7,000 tonnes of chemicals were polluted into our seas by UK oil and gas operations; recognises the harms caused to a wide range of marine life from commercial fish stocks to threatened harbour porpoises; notes that water companies have for many years pumped sewage into our seas with few consequences and oil and gas companies are now doing the same with oil and chemicals; further notes that civil penalties for illegal oil pollution events are capped at £50,000, which is a level far below any meaningful deterrent, with the cap introduced to align with regulations on land, yet the cap on land was lifted in 2023; also notes that a one tonne spill on land in England could therefore bring an unlimited penalty, but a 1,000 tonne spill at sea would be capped at £50,000, and the Offshore Petroleum Regulator for Environment and Decommissioning, or OPRED, must be satisfied to a disproportionately high bar that there is enough evidence for a criminal prosecution before issuing a civil penalty; and calls on the Government to tackle this pollution by bringing forward a ban on all new exploration licences for oil and gas as soon as possible and strengthen regulation at sea with OPRED empowered to be satisfied only on the ‘balance of probabilities’ to impose uncapped penalties for this unacceptable ocean pollution.
That this House celebrates the 65th anniversary of the BBC’s long-running religious programme, Songs of Praise; recognises the significance of the programme which has produced more than 3,240 episodes and recorded hymns and worship songs in over 2,000 churches, chapels and cathedrals across the United Kingdom; highlights the contributions of Aled Jones and Pam Rhodes, who hosted the special 65th anniversary programme which aired on Sunday 27 September; looks forward to the future of the programme as it seeks to engage new and younger audiences; further recognises that the programme has been able to take congregational singing beyond traditional church settings, through large-scale gatherings at venues such as Old Trafford, the Millennium Stadium and Wimbledon’s No. 1 Court; commends the programme for its representation of all four nations of the United Kingdom and a wide range of Christian worship traditions, enabling audiences across the country to engage with and participate in its episodes; further highlights the importance the programme holds for many people, particularly through its presentation of hymns, which people often turn to during times of difficulty, to reflect; further commends the programme for creating a sense of fellowship between those singing on screen and those singing along at home, united in worship of God; and wishes the BBC and everyone involved in Songs of Praise continued success for the future.
That this House highlights the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, taking place on 1 and 8 November this year; commends the work of the World Evangelical Alliance in organising this annual event, which seeks to unite Christians across the world in prayer for persecuted brothers and sisters; recognises the importance of setting aside dedicated days to pray for Christians who face discrimination and violence because of their faith; remembers the plight of millions of Christians who face persecution, including those in countries such as North Korea, Iraq and Syria, where Christians face imprisonment and execution because of their faith; emphasises the devastating scale of Christian persecution globally, with estimates suggesting that one in seven Christians worldwide face high levels of persecution; further highlights the testimonies of Christians living in persecution who speak of the strength and peace that prayer from the global Church brings to their daily lives in the midst of suffering; further recognises the importance of strengthening the bonds of the worldwide Christian community and standing in solidarity with those who are persecuted; notes with gratitude the freedom of religion and belief enjoyed in the United Kingdom; and calls on the Government to continue to strengthen its support for persecuted Christians and freedom of religion or belief overseas.
That this House recognises the vital role of financial support in enabling students from all backgrounds to access and succeed in higher education; welcomes the commitment to increase maintenance loans in line with inflation; notes the continuing pressures that rising living costs place on students and their families; further recognises the challenges faced by estranged students and by families supporting multiple children through higher education at the same time; believes that student support should be fair, accessible and reflective of individual circumstances; further believes that the Consumer Prices Index provides a more appropriate measure of inflation for student finance calculations than the generally higher Retail Prices Index; calls on the Government to keep under review the adequacy of maintenance support, the use of parental income in determining entitlement, access to student finance for estranged students, and the eligibility criteria for future maintenance grants; and urges the Government to ensure that all students facing financial hardship are able to access the support they need to participate fully in higher education.
That this House congratulates Crab and Lobster Fish Shack in South Queensferry on being named Scotland’s Best Fish and Chip Restaurant and recognised among the UK’s top ten at the National Fish and Chip Awards; celebrates owners Bryan and Jack Coghill achieving national recognition just over a year after opening; recognises their hard work, culinary talent and contribution to the local hospitality industry; and wishes them every success in reaching the final five and beyond.
That this House congratulates Craigies Farm, on being named the best farm shop in the United Kingdom by Cottages and Castles; recognises the hard work and dedication of the team in building the business from a one-table shop in 1988 into a popular farm shop and visitor attraction; welcomes its commitment to local produce, seasonal food and family friendly activities, including its annual pumpkin and tulip festivals; notes its recognition at the 2026 Farm Retail Awards as Pick Your Own Business of the Year; and celebrates the contribution Craigies Farm makes to the local economy and community, wishing the team continued success in the years ahead.
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution of the Newcastle-under-Lyme Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association; notes their important role in organising the annual Battle of Britain Parade, that took place on Sunday 20 September 2026; further notes that a Service of Thanksgiving took place at St Giles Church, in Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, followed by an Act of Remembrance and the laying of wreaths at the Cenotaph; pays tribute to the Branch Secretary, Sue Godwin, and to the Chairman and Standard Bearer, Calvin Johnson, for their continued dedication to keeping alive the memory of the fallen, and those who survived the Battle of Britain; further recognises the vital work of the Royal Air Forces Association in supporting RAF veterans and their families in Newcastle-under-Lyme and across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; and encourages the people of Newcastle-under-Lyme to always honour the sacrifice of those who gave their tomorrow for today.
That this House congratulates St Patrick’s Primary School in Dumbarton on achieving the UNICEF Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award; recognises that this achievement reflects the school’s commitment to embedding the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child across its culture, curriculum and daily life; commends the efforts of pupils, teachers, support staff and families in promoting respect, inclusion, wellbeing and participation; notes the valuable work of the school’s Rights Respecting Schools Steering Group and pupil ambassadors in championing children’s rights; acknowledges that this work has helped create a positive and empowering environment in which young people feel valued and heard; and wishes the school every success in the future as it works towards achieving the Gold Rights Respecting Schools Award.
That this House welcomes the completion of improvement works to the pond at Lake View, Pagham; notes the pond's importance to the local community and as a valued environmental asset, including its role as nesting space for swans and other wildlife; further welcomes the upcoming transfer of responsibility for the pond from Persimmon Homes to Pagham Parish Council; thanks Jan Behr, Chair of Highways and Amenities at Pagham Parish Council, for her work in securing this outcome; and calls on the Government to provide greater support to parish councils in the maintenance of community assets, and to empower parish councils more broadly to take on the management of such assets within their communities.
That this House commends the Edinburgh South West based charity Love From Jamie for its outstanding support to families bereaved by the loss of a child; notes that Love From Jamie is run by Jamie’s parents Fiona and Martin; recognises the launch of Jamie's Journey 2026, an inspiring fundraising challenge taking place across South East Scotland in memory of Jamie; further notes that participants will complete eight parkruns over eight consecutive Saturdays, covering a total of 40 kilometres, reflecting both what would have been Jamie's eighth birthday, the 40th birthday of his father, and 40 years of Beaver Scouts; further recognises the involvement and support of South East Scotland Scouts and local communities throughout the journey; applauds all those taking part, volunteering and fundraising for this important cause; acknowledges the vital financial and practical support that Love From Jamie provides to bereaved families and families dealing with a terminal diagnosis at some of the most difficult moments in their lives; and wishes everyone involved in Jamie's Journey 2026 every success in raising awareness and funds to continue the charity's compassionate and invaluable work.
That this House recognises the resounding success of athletes from Stockport who picked up gold, silver and bronze medals at the National Special Olympics Summer Games, specifically Luke Brady, 100m, long-jump, Ethan Buxton, 800m, 1,500m, Daniel Cotton, 100m, standing long-jump, Jake Moore, 100m, 200m, Barnaby Moran, 100m, 200m, Bradley Parker, 100m, softball throw, Nathan Scallon, 100m, softball throw and Ryan Scallon, 50m, softball throw; and recognises their superb achievements in representing the borough so well.
That this House recognises the brilliant work of Taylors Fish and Chips in Woodley precinct, which has been shortlisted at the 2027 National Fish and Chip awards in the Takeaway of the Year category for the second year running; further recognises that it is the only takeaway in Greater Manchester, the home of the chippy, to have made the list; celebrates the difference that it makes to the community in Woodley, and customers from further afield; and wishes continued success for the future.
That this House congratulates Children Seen and Heard for winning the Lorraine Trailblazer Women of the Year award; celebrates the work they do for families across the United Kingdom, in particular providing support for children with a parent in prison; acknowledges how difficult it can be for children’s mental health whilst having a parent in prison; recognises the work of volunteers in holding specialist 1-1 support sessions to meet children’s needs whilst impacted by parental imprisonment; further recognises the need to raise awareness of children’s experiences; and calls on the Government to implement a formal process to identify and support children experiencing a parent in prison.
That this House congratulates North Lancashire on becoming the first region in the North West of England to receive the Gold Sustainable Food Places Award; recognises the outstanding work of the FoodFutures North Lancashire partnership, Lancaster City Council, community groups, volunteers, growers, local businesses and partner organisations in achieving this prestigious national recognition; notes that North Lancashire progressed from Silver status in 2023 to Gold following years of collaboration to build a healthier, fairer and more sustainable local food system; welcomes the recognition given to initiatives including Food Circles, Local Food for Local People, Gather, FarmStart and Summerhouse Community Farm, which are helping communities access fresh local produce, develop growing skills and strengthen local food resilience; commends the partnership’s grassroots approach to bringing together diverse communities, tackling food insecurity and supporting a stronger local food economy; further recognises the importance of ensuring everyone can access healthy, affordable and sustainable food; and looks forward to the continued development of the FoodFutures partnership and its work to build a thriving, resilient and fair food system across North Lancashire.
That this House congratulates Newbury on retaining the Silver Gilt and Best Large Town Trophy at the 2026 Thames and Chiltern in Bloom awards, achieving its highest-ever score; commends the skill and collective dedication of the volunteers, community groups, Council staff and ground maintenance teams who create and care for Newbury’s beautiful green spaces; recognises the lasting value these spaces bring to the town, providing cherished places that support residents’ wellbeing, improve air quality and reduce flood risk; further congratulates Friends of the Earth Newbury on winning the Biodiversity Award for its Newbury Nature Corridors Project; notes that through the planting of new woodlands and the restoration of ponds and gardens, its work has created a network of connected habitats across the town, allowing wildlife to thrive; and expresses gratitude to all community groups for their ongoing work to boost biodiversity and encourage greater appreciation of West Berkshire’s natural environment.
That this House notes with grave concern that on 19 October 2026 the first round of bidding for construction tenders covering 1,234 housing units in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank will close, with bidding for the remaining 2,167 units running from 25 October to 21 December 2026; states its resolute opposition to settlement development in E1 which would cut the West Bank into two separate geographic zones, preventing the possibility of a contiguous Palestinian state; further notes with alarm Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s stated intention to bury hopes for a Palestinian state through this construction; welcomes the Government’s announcements of a goods and services trade ban with illegal Israeli settlements, but notes the bulk of these measures are yet to be implemented; and calls on the Government to identity, where possible, all companies and financial institutions which have submitted bids to provide goods or services for the construction or maintenance of illegal settlements in the E1, to clarify the specific sanctions regime that will apply to all such companies and financial institutions, and to accelerate the legislative process to ensure that the goods and services trade ban announced in September 2026 is implemented as swiftly as possible.
That this House expresses grave concern at references to the 'feelings of PIRA (Provisional IRA)' in a police log concerning Drumcree; condemns the Provisional IRA’s campaign of murder and terror; remembers all those killed or injured during the Troubles and the suffering of their families; rejects any terrorist veto over lawful, peaceful activity; calls on the Chief Constable to explain the reference and its influence on policing decisions; further calls on the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland to commission and publish a new assessment of the Provisional IRA’s continued existence, structures and activities, specifically examining its links to political parties and any influence or control over their decision-making; also calls on the Government to address the implications for the commitments underpinning power sharing; and insists that policing must uphold the rule of law without fear or favour, rather than reward intimidation.
That this House recognises that many neurodivergent educators bring both professional expertise and lived experience to the education system; notes that this dual perspective provides valuable insight into the realities of inclusion, accessibility and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision; expresses concern that the perspectives of neurodivergent professionals have too often been absent from national debates on SEND reform; believes that policy affecting children and young people with SEND should be informed by those with direct lived experience of navigating educational systems as learners, educators and professionals; further believes that neurodivergent educators represent an underutilised source of expertise capable of strengthening inclusive practice and improving educational outcomes; calls for greater visibility and recognition of neurodivergent educators within the education workforce; and urges the Government to embed the voices of neurodivergent educators within all future SEND reviews, consultations and reform programmes in order to ensure that policy development is informed by a diverse range of professional and lived experiences.
That this House regrets the decision by BBC Northern Ireland to cancel the long-running and iconic programmes Give My Head Peace and The Blame Game; recognises their contribution to Northern Ireland’s cultural identity, homegrown comedy and creative industries; notes their enduring popularity with audiences; and calls on BBC Northern Ireland to reconsider its decision and reinstate both programmes.
That this House welcomes the 17th UK Disability History Month which runs from 19 November to 19 December; calls on hon. Members, the media and the public to devote some time to developing their understanding of disability as a social oppression, which is created by the barriers of prejudice and attitude; is aware of inaccessible environments, communications and organisational practices within education, workplaces, transport and services, sport and leisure, that create problems for the 16 million disabled people in the United Kingdom with either long term physical or mental impairments; and calls on the Government to put in place measures to combat these barriers.
That this House sends its warmest wishes to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV following his recent surgery and wishes him a full and speedy recovery; recognises the comfort, compassion and hope he brings to millions of people across the world; acknowledges his commitment to peace, human dignity and standing alongside the poorest and most vulnerable; thanks the medical staff caring for him; joins people of all faiths and none in expressing solidarity and goodwill; and wishes His Holiness strength, peace and good health throughout his recovery and in the years ahead.
That this House congratulates geopolitical artist Piers Secunda on his exhibition, Nature Morte, that exposes the efforts to exterminate Ukraine through child kidnapping for forced adoption and child militarisation in Russia, from which few return, and which is a crime against humanity; notes that Russians are looting art and culture on an industrial scale including from three Ukrainian State Archives; further notes that treasured Ukrainian documents have been turned into toilet paper; recognises that Dimitri Petrovich Bak is using his extensive knowledge of Ukrainian culture to rewrite history helping Putin justify his war of aggression; and urges the government to consider sanctions against the individuals named in the exhibition.
That this House commends the work of outsourced catering workers who supply LNER trains with food along the route between London and Edinburgh; notes that providing a high quality catering offer will be vital to ensuring that Great British Railways is able to provide an attractive offer to passengers; further notes with concern that catering staff who supply LNER trains are currently outsourced to gatesolutions, an arm of Swiss multinational Gate Group, whose turnover last year was £4.7 billion; is disturbed to learn that the management of gatesolutions are now refusing to honour the Real Living Wage, having previously paid it; is dismayed that some of these workers, who are disproportionately from BME backgrounds and work unsocial hours, will now face rates barely above the statutory minimum; believes that this undermines the Government’s aspiration that Great British Railways be one railway, one team, a champion of diversity and an employer of choice; calls on publicly owned LNER to bring its contractor into line and ensure that a pay offer is made that resolves the dispute; and further calls on the Government to direct LNER to begin discussions with the RMT over insourcing this contract.
That this House notes that 18 October 2026 marks Menopause Awareness Day; acknowledges the profound impact menopause can have on women's physical health, mental wellbeing and ability to participate fully in society and the workforce; highlights the ongoing barriers many women face in accessing timely diagnoses, appropriate treatment and affordable hormone replacement therapy; raises concern over regional inequalities in access to menopause-related healthcare; welcomes the increased public and parliamentary recognition of menopause as a significant health and equality issue; supports initiatives to raise public awareness, challenge stigma and improve understanding of the menopause; and pays tribute to the organisations, healthcare professionals and campaigners working tirelessly to ensure that every woman can access the advice, treatment and support she needs throughout every stage of her life.
That this House welcomes the first report of the Ethics and Integrity Commission entitled Lobbying, Business Appointment Rules and Disclosure, published in July 2026, following the previous Prime Minister’s request for an urgent review of lobbying transparency, financial interest declarations and post-employment rules; notes the Commission's finding that the current lobbying regime is wholly inadequate, including a narrow definition of who counts as a lobbyist, exemptions for smaller organisations and for lobbying deemed incidental to other business, the exclusion of lobbying of special advisers and other senior officials from registration requirements, and weak enforcement; further welcomes the Commission's recommendations, including a comprehensive Lobbying Register covering all lobbying activity, closing the loophole that allows non-VAT-registered organisations not to register as lobbyists, extended registration covering the lobbying of special advisers and senior officials, an integrated digital transparency platform bringing together details of ministerial meetings and the lobbying register, mandatory monthly reporting with more information on the purpose of meetings, a graduated fee structure for lobbying registration to protect smaller businesses and charities, and higher civil penalties for non-compliance; also welcomes support for recommendations from within the professional lobbying industry itself, including the Chartered Institute of Public Relations; welcomes the new Prime Minister’s pledge to fix a broken Westminster system; and calls on the Government to implement the Commission's recommendations in full and without delay, including through the necessary primary and secondary legislation, in order to restore public confidence in the integrity and transparency of lobbying and decision-making in government.
That this House pays tribute to Denis Rutovitz and Jeanne Rutovitz as they step down as Chair and Vice-Chair respectively of Edinburgh Direct Aid; recognises Denis as the founder of the charity and acknowledges the decades of leadership, compassion and commitment that he and Jeanne have devoted to humanitarian causes; notes with admiration Denis's initiative in delivering aid into Sarajevo during the siege of the city, during which he was wounded by sniper fire while undertaking humanitarian work; further notes their contribution to relief efforts supporting communities affected by conflict, poverty and natural disasters in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Palestine, Pakistan, Ukraine and elsewhere; commends their role in establishing Edinburgh Direct Aid as one of Scotland's most respected humanitarian organisations, mobilising volunteers and practical support for some of the world's most vulnerable people; and expresses its sincere gratitude to Denis and Jeanne for their remarkable service, dedication and inspiration over many years, wishing them both a long, happy and well-deserved retirement.
This House expresses its alarm at the arrest of journalists under the Terrorism Act, including two Leicester Gazette reporters and two union-accredited freelancers, who were covering a demonstration outside UAV Tactical Systems in Leicester, a subsidiary of the Israeli arms manufacturer, Elbit Systems on 8 October 2026; notes that the journalists had been blanket arrested under Section 13 and detained by police for three hours before they were de-arrested after handing over their personal information, despite the reporters having already identified themselves with their press credentials to multiple officers; and considers this police overreach to be a deeply concerning threat to the basic right of journalists to undertake the vital role they play in UK democracy.
That this House is deeply saddened that His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with Lung Adenocarcinoma; and hopes and prays that he recovers swiftly from his recent surgery and thrives for many more years to come.
That this House congratulates The Faith Mission on celebrating its 140th anniversary since its founding by John George Govan in Glasgow on 14 October 1886; acknowledges the profound and enduring contribution of this interdenominational Christian agency to spiritual, social and community life across the British Isles; recognises its dedicated focus on rural evangelism and outreach, particularly among isolated and less well-served communities; notes its longstanding tradition of open-air meetings, tent missions, Bible conventions and the training of Christian workers through the Faith Mission Bible College; pays tribute to the generations of evangelistic workers, known as Pilgrims, who have carried its message across the British Isles and further afield; highlights the significant local contribution of its regional centres, including the Portadown Camp Centre in Upper Bann, which for over 40 years has accommodated Faith Mission youth camps, church youth organisations and school and university Scripture Union groups; commends the generations of staff, Pilgrims and volunteers who have selflessly served its mission; further recognises that only eternity will fully reveal the fruits of their faithful labour; and wishes The Faith Mission continued success as it proclaims the Gospel and carries forward its vital work of evangelism.
That this House warmly congratulates Naomi Orr School of Dance in Lisburn on winning three awards at the Golden Dance Awards NI, including Medium Dance School of the Year for Northern Ireland, Top Performance School for Jazz and the Shining Star Award for Megan Mateer; further congratulates every dancer at the school on their talent, hard work and dedication; pays tribute to Principal and Owner, Naomi Orr, and her teachers, along with the families who support them, for the hours of rehearsal and commitment behind the result; recognises the school’s welcoming approach to dancers of all ages and abilities; further recognises the confidence, friendships and opportunities the school gives children and young people, and the sense of belonging it gives families across Lagan Valley; celebrates the pride these awards have brought to the whole Lisburn dance community; and wishes everyone at the school, and across Lisburn’s dance community, continued success.
That this House welcomes measures to strengthen the employment rights of merchant seafarers, following the P&O Ferries scandal; is concerned that some shipowners continue to profit from seafarer employment contracts which pay below the National Minimum Wage, require fatigue-inducing hours of work and exclude basic rights such as pensions; believes that collective bargaining agreements between employers and UK maritime unions are the most effective mechanism for recovering good seafarer jobs and training programmes, particularly in deprived coastal communities; agrees with the RMT trade union that seafarers on merchant ships with a sufficiently close link to the UK economy should be covered by all provisions, including improved trade union access rights and the ban on fire and rehire, in the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025 regardless of flag or nationality; further welcomes the commitments to seafarer rights which the Government gave during passage of the ERA, including to work with ambition and determination to advance seafarers’ rights; and calls on the Government to deliver on its commitments by starting work with the maritime trade unions on the full application of the Employment Rights Act 2025 for seafarers.
That this House welcomes the 90th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street; pays tribute to the tens of thousands of Jewish East Enders and socialist, trade unionist, and anti-fascist allies who stood together to halt the antisemitic march of Oswald Mosley and the British Union of Fascists; celebrates the rich cultural and political history of the Jewish community in East London; notes that the events at Cable Street remain a defining example of cross-community solidarity, which has influenced subsequent generations of East Londoners resisting racism, fascism and discrimination; expresses concern at the contemporary rise of antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism and far-right extremism in the UK and across Europe, including attacks on synagogues and mosques, and against minority communities, refugees, and asylum seekers; and reaffirms that all people have a responsibility to oppose racism, antisemitism, and intolerance in the spirit of the Cable Street protestors.
That this House recognises the vital services that civil servants deliver every day, from securing borders to delivering benefits, from renewing passports and driving licences to ensuring tax revenues are collected; further recognises that the public services delivered by government workers touch all of our lives; notes that it is therefore concerning that the livelihoods of these workers are suffering as the value of their pay has fallen significantly with many thousands of civil servants now claiming in-work benefits and relying on the national living wage increases for a pay rise and that while pay falls short of cost-of-living increases the same staff face continued uncertainty over job security, office closures, attacks on flexible working and the impact of new technologies such as artificial intelligence; understands that the largest trade union in the civil service, the Public and Commercial Services union has put forward a set of reasonable demands aimed at seeking guarantees and assurances for their members which, if met, would address these issues; and urges the Government to negotiate with the union with a view to reaching an agreement that gives those working in the civil service and related areas the assurances they deserve.
That this House expresses deep concern at Smurfit Westrock’s proposal to make 55 workers redundant at its Lurgan site in Lagan Valley, a third of the workforce; notes that it is vital that these highly skilled manufacturing jobs are kept within Lagan Valley given the significant economic value they provide to Northern Ireland; calls on hon. Members to support these workers; and urges the Government to work with the Northern Ireland Executive and Invest NI to intervene to safeguard these critical jobs.
That this House congratulates Patina on its nomination for Scotland’s Best Croissant Competition 2026; recognises the skill, craftsmanship and dedication of its team in producing high-quality baked goods; celebrates the contribution of independent bakeries and local businesses to Scotland’s food and hospitality sector; acknowledges the importance of supporting local businesses and the role they play in strengthening communities and high streets; and wishes Patina every success in the competition.
That this House congratulates The Crab and Lobster Fish Shack in South Queensferry on being shortlisted among the top 10 UK fish and chip restaurants in the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027; recognises the achievement of owner Bryan Coghill and his team in earning national recognition for their food quality, customer service and hospitality; celebrates the contribution of independent hospitality businesses to the local economy and community of South Queensferry; and wishes the restaurant every success in the competition.
That this House recognises the importance of pubs and social clubs across the UK as pillars of local communities; understands the crucial role they play in providing employment and sanctuary for people across Scotland and the wider country; further recognises the positive contribution they make to mental health and wellbeing, particularly in combating loneliness and social isolation; celebrates the wealth of incredible pubs and social clubs in Glasgow South West constituency; marks its sincere regret and sadness at the fact that the UK loses, on average, one pub a day; supports the measures being put in place to protect the hospitality sector; and calls on the Scottish Government to match the business rates cuts, saving each premises approximately £1,100 per year.
That this House recognises the urgent need for comprehensive reform of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision; believes that every child deserves the right support, in the right environment, at the right time; acknowledges that children have different educational needs and abilities and that not every difference in behaviour, personality or learning requires a medical diagnosis; calls for earlier identification of additional needs, timely assessments and appropriate educational support without requiring children to obtain a medical diagnosis unnecessarily; urges an independent review of diagnostic pathways and assessment standards, including evidence of overdiagnosis, underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis; supports the expansion of vocational, technical and practical education, including engineering, construction, agriculture, mechanics and computing, alongside funded apprenticeships, supported internships and meaningful work experience; further calls for greater emphasis on physical education, competitive sport, outdoor learning and practical life skills; further urges an end to geographical inequalities in Education, Health and Care Plan provision through consistent national standards, timely delivery of statutory support and increased communication with parents; further supports increased investment in specialist schools, specialist units within mainstream schools, SEND training, classroom resources, and support for teachers; further recognises the importance of parental involvement and responsibility in children's education and development; and also calls on the Government to deliver an education system that recognises individual abilities, prepares young people for employment and independent living, and ensures that children with genuine disabilities and additional needs, with their parents, receive appropriate specialist support in a timely manner.
That this House congratulates the classmates of eight-year-old Harrison, a pupil at All Saints Church School in Montacute, on winning the Young Hero Award at the BBC Radio Somerset Make a Difference Awards; commends their dedication and creativity in organising and completing a sponsored walk dressed as superheroes while Harrison underwent intensive chemotherapy treatment in London for the rare genetic condition Fanconi anaemia, raising £4,000 for Young Lives vs Cancer; highlights the comfort and solidarity this brought his mother Jess, as the fundraiser meant Harrison could be involved in a wonderful experience with his friends during such a difficult time; further commends the kindness and compassion shown by Harrison's classmates, reflecting the very best of rural community spirit in Somerset; wishes Harrison and his family every strength as he continues his treatment; and calls on the Government to make the UK a world leader in cancer research by bringing forward a Cancer Survival Research Act, placing a duty on Government to coordinate and secure funding for research into the cancers with the lowest survival rates.
That this House congratulates St Ola ploughman George Miller on winning a bronze medal for Scotland on his international debut; recognises his achievement in representing Orkney at the British and European Ploughing Championships; commends his dedication and skill; and wishes him every success in future competitions.
That this House congratulates Stronsay woodcarver David Askew on his snipe carving being named the best in Britain; recognises the skill, craftsmanship and dedication demonstrated in creating the winning piece; celebrates the talent of Orkney’s rural and island communities; and wishes David continued success in his craft.