Early Day Motion
117th anniversary of the West Stanley Pit Disaster
(11 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Luke Akehurst (Labour - North Durham)
That this House commemorates the 117th anniversary of the West Stanley Pit Disaster of 1909 on 16 February 2026; remembers the 168 men and boys who died in the explosion and its aftermath, and the extraordinary bravery of those who risked their own lives to rescue others; acknowledges the scale …
Early Day Motion
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026
(31 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted)
That this House celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Wednesday 11 February 2026; recognises the vital contributions of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout history, including those whose achievements have been overlooked; acknowledges that stereotypes in education, a lack of female role models …
Early Day Motion
Government contract with Palantir Technologies
(23 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that the Ministry of Defence signed a contract with the US firm Palantir in December 2025 worth £240,000,000, by direct award and without tender; further notes that whilst the decision may be justified under the Procurement Act 2023, there is significant public interest in how this …
Early Day Motion
Community spaces
(6 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire)
That this House celebrates the value of local community spaces, such as clubhouses, village halls and community centres for residents; recognises their vital role as safe hubs to foster healthy living, community relationships and wellbeing; notes that such spaces must be prioritised and protected where development proposals arise; acknowledges the …
Early Day Motion
Fifth anniversary of the Scottish Child Payment
(9 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House welcomes the fifth anniversary of the introduction of the Scottish Child Payment, introduced by the Scottish Government on 15 February 2021; notes that since being launched at a value of £10 per week this payment will be worth £28.20 per week by April 2026, an increase of …
Early Day Motion
International Humanitarian Law
(7 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House notes the Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights’ report finds that international humanitarian law is at a critical breaking point; further notes that civilian deaths during armed conflicts in 2024 and 2025 were in excess of 100,000, and that conflicts including in Gaza, Ukraine, …
Early Day Motion
British couple detained in Iran
(8 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Tony Vaughan (Labour - Folkestone and Hythe)
That this House expresses deep concern regarding the ongoing detention of two British citizens, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who have now been held in Iran for over a year without formal charges or sentencing; notes with dismay the escalating violence reported at Evin Prison and the significant risk this poses …
Early Day Motion
Strathcarron Hospice fundraising by Avant Homes Scotland
(2 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Euan Stainbank (Labour - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Avant Homes Scotland on raising £6,900 for Strathcarron Hospice through a charity golf day at Hollandbush Golf Club; notes that this donation will fund over 300 hours of specialist nursing care for people with terminal and life-limiting conditions across Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth; recognises Avant …
Early Day Motion
Monday Club in Falkirk
(2 Signatures)
11 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Euan Stainbank (Labour - Falkirk)
That this House welcomes the award of a £600 Asda Foundation grant to the Monday Club; recognises the Club’s longstanding role in providing social support, companionship and activities for members of the local community; notes the importance of such groups in tackling loneliness and improving mental wellbeing; and commends the …
Early Day Motion
NEU dispute and strike action at Access Creative College
(18 Signatures)
10 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House stands in solidarity with members of the National Education Union taking strike action at Access Creative College; believes that public money intended for education and student support should not be diverted away from frontline teaching, student services, and staff pay and conditions; notes the pay disparity between …