That this House expresses profound sadness at the death of Corin Redgrave; recalls his life as a brilliant actor, peace campaigner, supporter of the downtrodden and man of enormous principle and generous character; and offers its condolences to all his family and many friends at the loss of such a fine man.

That this House expresses profound sadness at the death of Corin Redgrave; recalls his life as a brilliant actor, peace campaigner, supporter of the downtrodden and man of enormous principle and generous character; and offers its condolences to all his family and many friends at the loss of such a...

That this House notes with concern the operations of the Britain-Israel Communications and Research Centre (BICOM) and its funding of political parties in the UK; further notes that its chairman, Poju Zabludowicz, has donated over two million pounds to BICOM over the last three years and has funded the Conservative Party through a British subsidiary company, Tamares Real Estate Investments; further notes with concern allegations that Tamares is a beneficiary of investments in Israeli settlements in occupied East Jerusalem; and questions whether it is appropriate for political parties in the UK to receive funding derived from such activities.

That this House notes with concern the operations of the Britain-Israel Communications and Research Centre (BICOM) and its funding of political parties in the UK; further notes that its chairman, Poju Zabludowicz, has donated over two million pounds to BICOM over the last three years and has funded the Conservative...

That this House notes with pride the consistent quality of the UK's fresh produce industry; acknowledges that British farmers produce fruit and vegetables that are second to none in terms of taste, quality and value for money; recognises that it is imperative that the industry is supported to enable it to be maintained and developed; requests the Government to take steps to allow farmers to plan confidently for the future by supporting access to labour schemes such as the new Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme and by encouraging British nationals to take up seasonal work; and calls on the Government to ensure all measures are taken to enable British farmers to continue to compete and to thrive at the forefront of world food production.

That this House notes with pride the consistent quality of the UK's fresh produce industry; acknowledges that British farmers produce fruit and vegetables that are second to none in terms of taste, quality and value for money; recognises that it is imperative that the industry is supported to enable it...

That this House regrets that the Equality Bill does not go far enough to safeguard the rights of motivated people over the age of 65 in or seeking employment; and calls for the Government to legislate to ensure that every person in the United Kingdom has the freedom and autonomy to choose when to exit employment.

That this House regrets that the Equality Bill does not go far enough to safeguard the rights of motivated people over the age of 65 in or seeking employment; and calls for the Government to legislate to ensure that every person in the United Kingdom has the freedom and autonomy...

That this House notes that the Kurdistan Region President Barzani has condemned every killing or targeting of Christians and that he has offered Christian students in Mosul places in universities in Kurdistan so that they can complete their studies; concurs with the recent statement from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Kurdistan Region in Iraq, following two delegations which focused on this issue and which met leading Christians in the Region, that commended the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG) for its generosity in welcoming Christians and protecting their position; further notes that many Christians in Iraq have fled to the Kurdistan Region where Christians are valued, with the KRG financing the rebuilding of Christian villages and churches, providing financial support for some 11,000 Christian families displaced because of violence in the south, official support for armed Christian guards in some rural communities, special and generous representation of minorities in parliament and governorate councils, an additional 5,000 housing units in 100 Christian villages in the Dohuk province, the provision since 1998 of 62 Syriac and Armenian primary secondary schools with 7,000 pupils and 10 secondary schools as well as a planned Syriac department of the University of Dohuk; and believes that claims of KRG involvement in the killing and displacement of Christians in Mosul in 2008 have been credibly refuted by the International Crisis Group and Human Rights Watch.

That this House notes that the Kurdistan Region President Barzani has condemned every killing or targeting of Christians and that he has offered Christian students in Mosul places in universities in Kurdistan so that they can complete their studies; concurs with the recent statement from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on...

That this House is concerned at the news that Jarvis has gone into administration; calls on Network Rail to continue to deliver the current volume of renewals it has contracted with Jarvis to the current timetable, either by Jarvis whilst in administration, or by another contractor; recognises the importance during the current economic conditions to retain industrial jobs; and calls on the Government to ensure that the existing Jarvis staff will continue to be employed, either by Jarvis or by a new contractor, to enable Network Rail to undertake the work it has already contracted and is planning in the future.

That this House is concerned at the news that Jarvis has gone into administration; calls on Network Rail to continue to deliver the current volume of renewals it has contracted with Jarvis to the current timetable, either by Jarvis whilst in administration, or by another contractor; recognises the importance during...

That this House notes that the 2009 Poppy Appeal raised a total of ??31,940,348; congratulates the Royal British Legion on another successful annual poppy appeal; commends the nation for its annual expression of support for the Legion's work and for armed forces veterans and current personnel; and thanks all those who wore a poppy for remembrance.

That this House notes that the 2009 Poppy Appeal raised a total of ??31,940,348; congratulates the Royal British Legion on another successful annual poppy appeal; commends the nation for its annual expression of support for the Legion's work and for armed forces veterans and current personnel; and thanks all those...

That this House welcomes the continuing rise of outstanding UK folk, blues and bluegrass bands; notes the success of bands such as Up All Night, Stolen Property and the Toy Hearts; believes that their success represents a resurgence in live music across the country; and calls on the Government to ensure licensing rules are structured to promote live music and not to silence it with red tape and fees.

That this House welcomes the continuing rise of outstanding UK folk, blues and bluegrass bands; notes the success of bands such as Up All Night, Stolen Property and the Toy Hearts; believes that their success represents a resurgence in live music across the country; and calls on the Government to...

That this House applauds Marie Curie Cancer Care nurses for the outstanding support they provide to terminally ill cancer patients and their families and those with other terminal illnesses at the end of their lives, allowing them to live out their final days surrounded by the people they love in their place of choice; recognises that such care can dramatically improve patients' quality of life; notes that 65 per cent. of people would wish to be cared for at home if they were terminally ill, yet only around 18 per cent. of people are able to die at home; further notes that caring for terminally ill patients in their homes does not increase the cost to the NHS; and calls on NHS trusts to guarantee funding for home-based palliative care.

That this House applauds Marie Curie Cancer Care nurses for the outstanding support they provide to terminally ill cancer patients and their families and those with other terminal illnesses at the end of their lives, allowing them to live out their final days surrounded by the people they love in...

That this House congratulates the recent winners of the Hospital Radio Awards, Hospital Radios Chelmsford, Plymouth, Basingstoke, Northern Air, HWD, Wey, Reading, Perth, Grampian, Sunshine, Radio Northwick Park, Rookwood Sound, Radio Grapevine, Victoria Radio Network, Radio Cherwell, Radio West Middlesex, Castlemead Radio and Voice Radio; pays tribute to the thousands of volunteers who bring music, chat and laughter to patients in hospital; recognises the valuable service provided by the Hospital Broadcasting Association in supporting that voluntary work; and congratulates PPL who have funded the Hospital Radio Awards for over a decade.

That this House congratulates the recent winners of the Hospital Radio Awards, Hospital Radios Chelmsford, Plymouth, Basingstoke, Northern Air, HWD, Wey, Reading, Perth, Grampian, Sunshine, Radio Northwick Park, Rookwood Sound, Radio Grapevine, Victoria Radio Network, Radio Cherwell, Radio West Middlesex, Castlemead Radio and Voice Radio; pays tribute to the thousands...

That this House notes that, despite irresponsible sub-prime lending and inappropriate borrowing precipitating the liquidity crisis and subsequent recession, sub-prime lenders are currently advertising money within the hour that is described as fast and flexible, with excessive typical annual percentage rates of 2,356 per cent. in the case of QuickQuid and 2,689 per cent. in the case of Wonga; believes that television advertising of such extremely expensive credit represents the migration of loan-shark style lending from the doorstep to the computer desktop; further believes that lending of this kind can prove both socially and financially irresponsible and that the Government and appropriate regulatory authorities should insist on the application of the regulatory principle of fair treatment of consumers which currently applies to savings and investments in the UK to sub-prime lending products to protect vulnerable consumers; and further believes that in the interim the Government should cap interest rates on sub-prime personal lending products and encourage the conditions for and promote the benefits of the establishment of social enterprises, such as credit unions, to create an alternative for consumers in need to turn to.

That this House notes that, despite irresponsible sub-prime lending and inappropriate borrowing precipitating the liquidity crisis and subsequent recession, sub-prime lenders are currently advertising money within the hour that is described as fast and flexible, with excessive typical annual percentage rates of 2,356 per cent. in the case of QuickQuid...

That this House recognises the importance of Holy Week and Easter Sunday to the thousands of Christians living in the UK and beyond; welcomes the fact that Christians in the UK are able freely to observe their faith; notes however, with concern, that many Christians across the world face persecution as a result of their Christian faith and believes that this is unacceptable; and calls on the Government to work with others to ensure that all Christians, no matter where they live, can observe their faith without fear or intimidation.

That this House recognises the importance of Holy Week and Easter Sunday to the thousands of Christians living in the UK and beyond; welcomes the fact that Christians in the UK are able freely to observe their faith; notes however, with concern, that many Christians across the world face persecution...

That this House is proud to note that on 6 January 2010, for the first time in the history of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, the Union Flag was raised permanently above the Victoria Tower of the Palace of Westminster and now remains in place all day and every day throughout the year; further notes that the two additional flag poles located on the Parliamentary Estate at 1 Parliament Street and Portcullis House now also display the Union Flag at all times and have done so since 28 November 2009; believes that the decision to display the flag of the nation every day of the year from Parliament is something that Members of both the House of Commons and House of Lords should celebrate and take great pride in; and commends all those who played a part in helping to bring about this fine decision, including the authorities of both Houses, the President and members of the Flag Institute and the members of the All Party Parliamentary Flag Group, including the hon. Member for Romford, who championed the cause and led the now successful campaign to fly the Union Flag above the British Parliament all year round.

That this House is proud to note that on 6 January 2010, for the first time in the history of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, the Union Flag was raised permanently above the Victoria Tower of the Palace of Westminster and now remains in place all day and every...

That this House notes with dismay that the rail renewal company Jarvis has been placed in administration and that 2,000 jobs are now under threat; believes that Jarvis's dedicated rail workers have provided a vital public service and deserve full support at this difficult time; further notes that a key factor in the company going into administration was the decision of Network Rail to defer 30 per cent. of its rail renewals work; urges Network Rail to take this renewals work in-house to protect the employment of Jarvis workers and their skills which are vital for the future of the railway; and urges the Government, as the primary funder of Network Rail, to intervene as necessary to protect the jobs, wages and pensions of these rail workers.

That this House notes with dismay that the rail renewal company Jarvis has been placed in administration and that 2,000 jobs are now under threat; believes that Jarvis's dedicated rail workers have provided a vital public service and deserve full support at this difficult time; further notes that a key...

That this House calls on Willie Walsh of British Airways to examine the unacceptably poor levels of customer care and competence of its so-called Customer Service and the stewardship of its Refunds Department; is dismayed that it is almost impossible for customers to be able to speak on a telephone to an agent who listens and will provide help, guidance and remedies; notes British Airways' failure to process and respond to faxes or e-mails of customers; considers that at a time of increased world-wide competition British Airways needs dramatically to improve the levels of its service to customers or it will lose large numbers of customers permanently; and concludes that its current industrial relations crisis is symptomatic and indicative of arrogance and mediocre management, further aggravated by its indifference to its customers.

That this House calls on Willie Walsh of British Airways to examine the unacceptably poor levels of customer care and competence of its so-called Customer Service and the stewardship of its Refunds Department; is dismayed that it is almost impossible for customers to be able to speak on a telephone...