Early Day Motion
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls
(12 Signatures)
26 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, marked on November 25; notes that for at least 51,100 women in 2023, the cycle of gender-based violence ended with one final and brutal act, their murder by partners and family members, meaning a woman …
Early Day Motion
50th anniversary of Banbridge Performing Arts Festival Speech and Drama section
(5 Signatures)
26 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Banbridge Performing Arts Festival Speech and Drama section, which has provided an invaluable platform for children and young people to showcase their talent, develop their confidence, and nurture their creativity over five decades; recognises the extraordinary dedication of Pat and Frank …
Early Day Motion
65 years of Sydenham Bypass
(2 Signatures)
26 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes 65 years of the Sydenham Bypass in Northern Ireland, one of Northern Ireland's busiest roads; highlights that the dual carriageway opened in November 1959 and that despite only being three miles long, the road was built to near-motorway standard; underlines that to this day, these roads …
Early Day Motion
Variety Disability Sports Awards
(11 Signatures)
26 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House celebrates the Variety Disability Sports Awards 2024, which took place on 25 November 2024; congratulates each of the award winners and nominees for their achievements, whether that be as an athlete, coach or innovator; notes the importance of equal access to sport and physical activity for all; …
Early Day Motion
New University of Surrey United Nations CIFAL Centre
(5 Signatures)
26 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Zöe Franklin (Liberal Democrat - Guildford)
That this House congratulates the University of Surrey, Guildford, on the opening on 25 November 2024 of their new CIFAL International Training Centre for Authorities and Leaders, in partnership with the United Nations; commends its aim of capacity-building, facilitating knowledge sharing between civil society organisation representatives, public servants, decision-makers and …
Early Day Motion
Suspension of Israel from international sports competitions
(9 Signatures)
25 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House expresses profound concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the continued suffering and loss of life caused by the lack of a ceasefire and the failure to advance peace talks; condemns the disruption to Palestinian sports resulting from Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories and the …
Early Day Motion
Insourcing of cleaning staff at City St George’s College
(5 Signatures)
25 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House recognises that the cleaning staff at City St George’s, University of London are an integral part of the university community and that that they play a pivotal role in the student experience, making sure that the university is a clean and pleasant environment to work and study; …
Early Day Motion
Mid Down and Lisburn District Community First Responders
(3 Signatures)
25 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of Mid Down and Lisburn District Community First Responders and community first response teams across the UK in providing vital, life-saving support during emergencies; commends their dedication and selflessness to responding quickly to critical incidents, often as volunteers, to assist those in urgent …
Early Day Motion
Ulster Scots Language Week, 25 to 30 November
(3 Signatures)
25 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes November 25th 2024 begins Ulster Scots Language Week and acknowledges the range of activities including talks, walking tours, poetry, writing competitions, conferences etc that are being held to help demonstrate the growing awareness of the Ulster Scots language, culture and traditions across many communities both in …
Early Day Motion
The Captain Webb's role in the community
(2 Signatures)
25 Nov 2024
Tabled by:
Connor Naismith (Labour - Crewe and Nantwich)
That this House recognises the significant investment of £238,300 in the Captain Webb public house in Crewe; and commends the important role the pub and its dedicated team plays in creating a community hub, playing a vital role in bringing people together and tackling social isolation while supporting the local …