That this House notes that Lewy body dementia is the second most common type of neurodegenerative dementia in older people and at least 10 to 15% of all people who live with dementia have Lewy body dementia; acknowledges that The Lewy Body Society is the only charity in the UK, and was the first in Europe, dedicated exclusively to Lewy body dementia; further notes that 28 January 2024 marks the first ever World Lewy Body Day; and congratulates those from across the globe on this achievement and the efforts of the co-ordinators to promote research and raise awareness of the condition.

That this House notes that Lewy body dementia is the second most common type of neurodegenerative dementia in older people and at least 10 to 15% of all people who live with dementia have Lewy body dementia; acknowledges that The Lewy Body Society is the only charity in the UK,...

That this House congratulates Rotary St Helens on the 100th anniversary of its formation in 1923; notes its commitment to the borough through volunteering, charitable work and community activities; commends it on receiving the Kings Award for Voluntary Service in its centenary year; and wishes its members well as they continue to put Service Above Self locally, nationally and globally.

That this House congratulates Rotary St Helens on the 100th anniversary of its formation in 1923; notes its commitment to the borough through volunteering, charitable work and community activities; commends it on receiving the Kings Award for Voluntary Service in its centenary year; and wishes its members well as they...

This House congratulates St Helens RFC on its 150th anniversary; notes that Saints has a long and glorious history in rugby that dates back to its formation in 1873; salutes its success on the field including recent Super League, Challenge Cup and World Club Challenge triumphs; recognises the enormous and continuing contribution the club has made to the town; and shares the pride of everyone in St Helens at the club reaching this significant milestone.

This House congratulates St Helens RFC on its 150th anniversary; notes that Saints has a long and glorious history in rugby that dates back to its formation in 1873; salutes its success on the field including recent Super League, Challenge Cup and World Club Challenge triumphs; recognises the enormous and...

That this House congratulates everyone associated with the Jesuits in Britain on the 400th anniversary of the foundation of a Province in this country; notes that the vision and mission of their founder St Ignatius of Loyola is still flourishing today through the Jesuits' pastoral, intellectual, educational, spiritual and social activities through parishes, schools, universities, retreat centres, outreach and the Jesuit Refugee Service-UK and Jesuit Missions; and commends the Jesuits as they continue to inspire people to work for the good of others.

That this House congratulates everyone associated with the Jesuits in Britain on the 400th anniversary of the foundation of a Province in this country; notes that the vision and mission of their founder St Ignatius of Loyola is still flourishing today through the Jesuits' pastoral, intellectual, educational, spiritual and social...

That this House congratulates everyone involved in the All Britain Competition held in London earlier this July and organised by the Gaelic Athletic Association; notes the participation of 322 teams from clubs and schools across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, with 3428 young people aged from 7 to 18 taking part in the games; commends the Association’s Provincial Council of Britain for putting young people at the heart of its activities and encouraging the development of Gaelic Games; notes the recent sad death of John Gormley, the chair of the All Britain Competition and a towering figure in the Association in Britain, and sends sympathy to his family; and wishes the Association and its volunteers and members continued success in all their endeavours to promote hurling, football, Gaelic games and Irish culture.

That this House congratulates everyone involved in the All Britain Competition held in London earlier this July and organised by the Gaelic Athletic Association; notes the participation of 322 teams from clubs and schools across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, with 3428 young people aged from 7 to 18 taking...

That this House congratulates the team behind the creation of the St Helens Mobile Community Food Pantry; notes that the pantry now has over 2,500 members across the borough; pays tribute to Jim Housley, Paul Cooper and those who run the project and worked alongside Mission in the Economy, St Helens Council and Halton and St Helens Voluntary and Community Action to secure funding; pays particular attention to the innovative collaboration with Fans Supporting FoodBanks and the Saints Foundation to collect for local foodbanks at rugby league games in St Helens; welcomes such community based efforts rooted in social justice and activism; and encourages support for such initiatives and a commitment to eradicating food poverty in Britain.

That this House congratulates the team behind the creation of the St Helens Mobile Community Food Pantry; notes that the pantry now has over 2,500 members across the borough; pays tribute to Jim Housley, Paul Cooper and those who run the project and worked alongside Mission in the Economy, St...

This House notes the centenary of the first pilgrimage from the Archdiocese of Liverpool to Lourdes; sends warm good wishes to all those from parishes across the Archdiocese taking part in this year’s 100th anniversary pilgrimage; remembers those hundreds of thousands of faithful who have visited the shrine at Lourdes in devotion to Our Lady and Saint Bernadette over the last century; acknowledges the leadership of the Most Reverend Archbishop Malcolm McMahon and thanks him, the Catholic clergy, religious and laity of the Archdiocese for their faith and witness; and hopes for the continued closeness and co-operation between the Christian Churches in Liverpool and strong relations between all faith communities in the city and region.

This House notes the centenary of the first pilgrimage from the Archdiocese of Liverpool to Lourdes; sends warm good wishes to all those from parishes across the Archdiocese taking part in this year’s 100th anniversary pilgrimage; remembers those hundreds of thousands of faithful who have visited the shrine at Lourdes...

That this House congratulates the Derry Senior Men's Football Team on their win over Armagh on Sunday 14 May 2023, winning back-to-back Ulster finals, with a 3-1 penalty shoot-out after an extra time draw of Derry 1-15 to Armagh’s 0-18; notes that this showcased their exceptional talent and determination; and applauds the players, coaching staff and support personnel for their tireless efforts in preparing for and executing a highly competitive and successful match, epitomising the positive role the Gaelic Athletic Association plays in communities across Ireland and Britain.

That this House congratulates the Derry Senior Men's Football Team on their win over Armagh on Sunday 14 May 2023, winning back-to-back Ulster finals, with a 3-1 penalty shoot-out after an extra time draw of Derry 1-15 to Armagh’s 0-18; notes that this showcased their exceptional talent and determination; and...

That this House welcomes the Catholic Church’s focus on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities for Racial Justice Sunday on 9 February 2020; recognises the valuable contribution that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities make to the Church and to wider society; notes with concern that over three-quarters of people from Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities have experienced hate speech or hate crimes; further notes that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities experience the worst health, education and employment outcomes of any ethnic group; and calls on the Government to take urgent action to address the discrimination and inequalities these communities face.

That this House welcomes the Catholic Church’s focus on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities for Racial Justice Sunday on 9 February 2020; recognises the valuable contribution that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities make to the Church and to wider society; notes with concern that over three-quarters of people from Gypsy,...

That this House congratulates Sir George Hamilton QPM on his recognition in the Birthday Honours List; notes that he will retire as Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) at the end of this month; expresses its gratitude to him for over three decades of policing and public service in the Royal Ulster Constabulary GC, Strathclyde Police and the PSNI; recognises his strong personal and professional commitments to equality, cooperation and reconciliation in Northern Ireland and on the island of Ireland; and wishes him and his wife Ruth, Lady Hamilton, and their family well for the future.

That this House congratulates Sir George Hamilton QPM on his recognition in the Birthday Honours List; notes that he will retire as Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) at the end of this month; expresses its gratitude to him for over three decades of policing and...

That this House celebrates the importance of investigative journalism in the public interest; believes that a free press is critical to the health of democratic society and that freedom of expression is a fundamental human right; is concerned by the arrests of National Union of Journalists members Barry McCaffrey and Trevor Birney; commends their award-winning documentary No Stone Unturned about the Loughinisland massacre of 1994; notes that the journalists have not yet been charged with any offences; and while respecting due process asks the Police Service of Northern Ireland and Durham Constabulary to clarify the basis of their investigation into these two respected journalists and to address concerns about the way in which it has been conducted.

That this House celebrates the importance of investigative journalism in the public interest; believes that a free press is critical to the health of democratic society and that freedom of expression is a fundamental human right; is concerned by the arrests of National Union of Journalists members Barry McCaffrey and...

That this House congratulates Cricket Ireland on obtaining Test Status; pays tribute to its Chief Executive, Warren Deutrom, and all those who worked so determinedly to bring this about; encourages the International Cricket Council to support the growth of the game at both elite and grassroots levels on the island of Ireland; salutes those players and officials who have promoted and played the sport over many years; and wishes the team every success in its forthcoming historic first Test Match against Pakistan.

That this House congratulates Cricket Ireland on obtaining Test Status; pays tribute to its Chief Executive, Warren Deutrom, and all those who worked so determinedly to bring this about; encourages the International Cricket Council to support the growth of the game at both elite and grassroots levels on the island...

That this House welcomes Gaels from across Britain to Westminster on the occasion of the annual convention of the Provincial Council of Britain of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA); notes that it is the first time the GAA has held an event in the Houses of Parliament; recognises the intrinsic importance of Gaelic Games to the Irish community in Britain; acknowledges the enormous contribution made by the GAA to communities across England, Scotland and Wales through almost 200 Gaelic Football, Hurling, Camogie and Ladies Gaelic Football clubs catering for over 9,000 members of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds; salutes the volunteer and community-based ethos of the Association; commends the GAA on the redevelopment of McGovern Park in London and supports ongoing efforts to upgrade Páirc na hÉireann in Birmingham; thanks Ard Stiúrthóir Páraic Duffy for his unstinting efforts and commitment to promoting and developing Gaelic Games in Britain; wishes outgoing Uachtarán Aogán Ó Fearghail and his successor Uachtarán Tota John Horan well; and encourages the Departments for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport and Housing, Communities and Local Government and Sport England to recognise and support the GAA and its contribution to sport and society in Britain.

That this House welcomes Gaels from across Britain to Westminster on the occasion of the annual convention of the Provincial Council of Britain of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA); notes that it is the first time the GAA has held an event in the Houses of Parliament; recognises the intrinsic...

That this House notes the recent passing of Flying Officer Hugh P Buchanan, and sends sympathy to his widow Doris Conway Buchanan; commits as part of Remembrance Day 2017 to remember his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War in defence of Britain; further notes his piloting of a Halifax Bomber on 21 sorties, of which two were combat missions and 19 were in support of Special Operations Executive missions; commends his bravery and exceptional flying skill in the face of enemy fire; recognises his dedication to his crew and his solidarity with Royal Air Force personnel; and reaffirms the deep and longstanding bond of friendship between the UK and Canada.

That this House notes the recent passing of Flying Officer Hugh P Buchanan, and sends sympathy to his widow Doris Conway Buchanan; commits as part of Remembrance Day 2017 to remember his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War in defence of Britain; further notes...

That this House notes the 20th anniversary of Willowbrook Hospice Specialist Palliative Care Unit; recognises its immense contribution to the community in St Helens and to communities elsewhere; thanks Willowbrook Hospice for the care of more than 7,500 patients since 1997; and commends the more than 100 staff, nearly 500 volunteers, Chair of the Board of Trustees Alan Chick and Chief Executive Neil Wright for their dedication and professionalism in the performance of their work.

That this House notes the 20th anniversary of Willowbrook Hospice Specialist Palliative Care Unit; recognises its immense contribution to the community in St Helens and to communities elsewhere; thanks Willowbrook Hospice for the care of more than 7,500 patients since 1997; and commends the more than 100 staff, nearly 500...

That this House congratulates Dame Lorna Muirhead on her tenure as Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside and wishes her well on her retirement; records its thanks to her on behalf of the people of Merseyside for 12 years of service as Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant; notes her contribution to the civic life of the county and support for countless voluntary organisations and recognises her work for over 40 years as a midwife in the city of Liverpool; pays tribute to the unwavering support given by her husband Ronald as Dame Lorna carried out her duties with dignity, authority and a pride in the county of Merseyside and its people, and with a strong sense of humour; wishes both Dame Loma and Ronald a long and happy retirement; and welcomes the appointment of her successor Mark Blundell as Lord Lieutenant and wishes him well in the post.

That this House congratulates Dame Lorna Muirhead on her tenure as Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside and wishes her well on her retirement; records its thanks to her on behalf of the people of Merseyside for 12 years of service as Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant; notes her contribution to the civic...

That this House notes that in 2017-18 NHS pay rises have been capped at one per cent and that this represents another below-inflation pay settlement; further notes that applications for nursing degrees have fallen 23 per cent this year; notes that the number of nurses and midwives joining the Nursing and Midwifery Council register has been in decline since March 2016 and that in 2016-17 45 per cent more UK registrants left the register than joined it; and calls on the Government to end the public sector pay cap in the NHS and give NHS workers a fair pay rise.

That this House notes that in 2017-18 NHS pay rises have been capped at one per cent and that this represents another below-inflation pay settlement; further notes that applications for nursing degrees have fallen 23 per cent this year; notes that the number of nurses and midwives joining the Nursing...

That this House congratulates the Irish Post on its highly successful Awards held recently; notes the contribution of the Irish in Britain and those from business, entertainment, sport, community, culture and construction recognised at the Awards; and thanks publisher Elgin Loane and his talented team at the Irish Post for their efforts to champion the Irish in Britain and highlight the successes, concerns and the many issues affecting the community in all its diversity.

That this House congratulates the Irish Post on its highly successful Awards held recently; notes the contribution of the Irish in Britain and those from business, entertainment, sport, community, culture and construction recognised at the Awards; and thanks publisher Elgin Loane and his talented team at the Irish Post for...