Early Day Motion
New US sanctions on Cuba
(27 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr)
That this House expresses grave concern at the executive order signed on 29 January 2026 by US President Donald Trump, which unjustifiably declares Cuba as an “extraordinary threat” to the national security of the United States and authorises new sanctions against any country supplying oil to Cuba; notes that Cuba …
Early Day Motion
Stamp Duty liability for periodic tenancies
(13 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington)
That this House notes that periodic tenancies under the Renters' Rights Act could become liable for stamp duty; notes with concern that this will mean hundreds of thousands of tenants have to pay stamp duty over the next few years; recognises that renters were neglected by the former Government who …
Early Day Motion
140th anniversary of Clydesdale Harriers Athletics Club
(2 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Douglas McAllister (Labour - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates Clydesdale Harriers Athletics Club on their 140th anniversary; recognises the club’s legacy as Scotland’s first open amateur athletics club, founded in 1885; acknowledges its rich history and deep roots in the local community; commends the club’s sustained contribution to athletics over fourteen decades, including its role …
Early Day Motion
Flooding as a result of Storm Chandra
(12 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of Storm Chandra on Somerset and the South West; expresses alarm that 50 properties have been flooded in the area, with more homes being evacuated due to further risk of flooding; recognises that Somerset is particularly vulnerable to flooding with low …
Early Day Motion
Peter Quinney
(9 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Brian Mathew (Liberal Democrat - Melksham and Devizes)
That this House congratulates Peter Quinney for winning two gold medals at an adult trampolining championship at the age of 91; commends the effort he has put in with his fellow competitors to win these awards; congratulates him for returning to the sport after over 40 years, being British trampolining …
Early Day Motion
Financial Support for the Music and Dance Scheme
(14 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Charlotte Cane (Liberal Democrat - Ely and East Cambridgeshire)
That this House notes the vital contribution of the Music and Dance Scheme (MDS) in enabling talented young people from all backgrounds to access world-class specialist training in music and dance; further notes that MDS providers have historically operated under multi-year funding settlements, enabling them to plan staffing, outreach programmes …
Early Day Motion
100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion in Dromore
(2 Signatures)
3 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion in Dromore in Lagan Valley; recognises the proud history of the Dromore Branch of the Royal British Legion, first formed in 1925, folding in the late 1970s and later reforming in December 1998 and going from strength to …
Early Day Motion
Bird gathering licences
(9 Signatures)
2 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House is concerned by the unannounced changes introduced by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in December 2025 to Bird Gathering Licences; regrets that these amendments prohibit sales and exchanges at licensed bird events, prevent Psittaciformes from being exhibited alongside canaries and finches, and require licences …
Early Day Motion
TMT First in Newcastle-under-Lyme
(2 Signatures)
2 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
This House congratulates TMT First, based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, for being awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for their innovative Mobile Component Repair Service; acknowledges that the award was presented at a special ceremony on Thursday 29 January 2026 to TMT First founder, Adam Whitehouse by the Lord-Lieutenant of …
Early Day Motion
Human Remains (Prohibition of Sale, Purchase and Advertising) Bill
(7 Signatures)
2 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes with concern the increasing reports of human remains being sold through online marketplaces, in-person auctions, and curiosity and antique shops; recognises the serious ethical and moral implications of such practices, particularly when the origins of the remains cannot be determined; acknowledges that current UK legislation, including …