That this House offers its best wishes to the Zero Emission Vehicle Company on the launch of its first ZEVCO Millennium Taxi on 30th July; notes that the zero-emission alkaline fuel cell technology by which the cab is powered reacts hydrogen and oxygen together electrochemically, not by combustion, and therefore produces no noxious pollutants; gives its best wishes to ZEVCO in its campaign to introduce its technology into vehicles in the public service and captive fleet sector; and calls on the Government to give its full support to this innovative technology which is at the forefront of the environmental revolution in transport.

That this House offers its best wishes to the Zero Emission Vehicle Company on the launch of its first ZEVCO Millennium Taxi on 30th July; notes that the zero-emission alkaline fuel cell technology by which the cab is powered reacts hydrogen and oxygen together electrochemically, not by combustion, and therefore...

That this House recognises the importance of the role of renewable energy technologies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and tackling the threat of dangerous climate change; welcomes the Government's aim for 10 per cent. of electricity to be generated by renewable sources by 2010 as an important step towards meeting its manifesto target of a 20 per cent. cut in carbon dioxide emissions from 1990 levels by 2010; notes that the liberalisation of the electricity market will soon enable consumers to choose to buy renewable energy; and believes that honourable Members should set an example to the country by ensuring that the electricity purchased for the Palace of Westminster comes from renewable sources.

That this House recognises the importance of the role of renewable energy technologies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and tackling the threat of dangerous climate change; welcomes the Government's aim for 10 per cent. of electricity to be generated by renewable sources by 2010 as an important step towards meeting...

That this House is concerned that a potential precedent has been set by the planned shipment of highly enriched uranium from Georgia to Dounreay; believes that any further proposed shipments should not proceed until there has been a full and open debate in this House about the potential health, environmental, economic and proliferation risks of such shipments; is alarmed that current policy appears to be one of promoting plutonium and highly enriched uranium as a valuable resource rather than a major international problem; believes that reprocessing is not a solution for dealing with the glut of fissile materials in the world but that it is part of the problem; and calls upon Her Majesty's Government to host an international conference to establish a global fissile material disposition policy that shares the burden for dealing with this global proliferation problem equally between all nations.

That this House is concerned that a potential precedent has been set by the planned shipment of highly enriched uranium from Georgia to Dounreay; believes that any further proposed shipments should not proceed until there has been a full and open debate in this House about the potential health, environmental,...

That this House views with concern the prospective closure of the Welsh Industrial and Maritime Museum in Cardiff Bay following the decision of the Heritage Lottery Fund not to allocate funding for it to be incorporated within the new Millennium Centre; condemns the scheme to replace the Museum's present building with a shopping centre; and calls on the Secretary of State for Wales to safeguard the nation's maritime and industrial heritage especially at this juncture in history after 250 years during which industrial experience has been central to the Welsh experience.

That this House views with concern the prospective closure of the Welsh Industrial and Maritime Museum in Cardiff Bay following the decision of the Heritage Lottery Fund not to allocate funding for it to be incorporated within the new Millennium Centre; condemns the scheme to replace the Museum's present building...

That this House registers its profound concern at the current plight of livestock farmers in Wales and elsewhere which has led to the recent demonstrations at Holyhead and Fishguard; regrets the use of illegal action but notes that the strength of sterling, coming on top of the BSE crisis, inhibits exports and encourages imports and reduces the value of support payments, and that the combination of these factors is causing a catastrophic decline in farm incomes which threatens not only the livelihood of thousands of farmers but also the communities which depend upon them; and calls upon the Government, recognising the extreme gravity of the crisis, to respond by reversing the cuts in hill livestock compensatory allowances, accessing European funds designed to compensate for green pound revaluation and redoubling its efforts to raise the unjustified ban on beef exports.

That this House registers its profound concern at the current plight of livestock farmers in Wales and elsewhere which has led to the recent demonstrations at Holyhead and Fishguard; regrets the use of illegal action but notes that the strength of sterling, coming on top of the BSE crisis, inhibits...

That this House condemns the action of Rhondda Waste Disposal Ltd in seeking to victimise leaders of the Rhondda Against Nant-y-Gwyddon Tip campaign and the two local Plaid Cymru councillors by serving them with a High Court writ; notes that the local community regards the tip as a source of nuisance and pollution that is damaging people's health; considers that the actions of the company, which is controlled by the Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council is especially shameful in that it preceded completion of a health study commissioned by the Council itself; is astonished to discover that the findings of this are now being covered up, and that its contents have not been disclosed even to Council members themselves; congratulates local drivers and crews who have expressed their solidarity with the local people; and extends its best wishes for a successful outcome to the campaign to ensure that the site is safe.

That this House condemns the action of Rhondda Waste Disposal Ltd in seeking to victimise leaders of the Rhondda Against Nant-y-Gwyddon Tip campaign and the two local Plaid Cymru councillors by serving them with a High Court writ; notes that the local community regards the tip as a source of...

That this House regards the Kyoto Conference in December as a unique and crucial opportunity to tackle the threat of dangerous climate change resulting from the emission of greenhouse gases caused by human activity; recognises that the developed world has a responsibility to give a lead in significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions; notes particularly the responsibility of the United States of America which emits 25 per cent. of the global total with 5 per cent. of the world's population; welcomes the European Union proposal for a 15 per cent. cut by 2010 from 1990 levels, and the United Kingdom's commitment to a 20 per cent. reduction over the same period, as significant steps in the right direction; asserts that reducing emissions will yield significant economic as well as environmental benefits; believes that the need for global equity is best met through the principle of convergence toward equality of treatment; calls upon the Government of Japan, as host country; to provide leadership to assure the conference's success; and calls for firm commitments; enshrined in a legally-binding Multilateral Environmental Agreement on climate change establishing an absolute maximum limit on greenhouse gas concentrations, a designated date by which emissions standstill will be reached on an equitable basis and a common rollback thereafter.

That this House regards the Kyoto Conference in December as a unique and crucial opportunity to tackle the threat of dangerous climate change resulting from the emission of greenhouse gases caused by human activity; recognises that the developed world has a responsibility to give a lead in significantly reducing greenhouse...

That this House welcomes the celebration of World Oceans Day on 8th June; notes the importance of the world's oceans, for food, resources, transport, recreation and wildlife; regrets the low level of awareness about a natural feature which covers two-thirds of the Earth's surface; acknowledges the role of Government in legislating for the protection of oceans, seas and coasts; supports the sustainable use of oceans to enable enjoyment of the seas and secure the livelihoods of those dependent upon them; supports appropriate regulation to reduce pollution, both direct and indirect; and urges the Government to make a commitment to bring about positive change for the protection and management of the world's oceans.

That this House welcomes the celebration of World Oceans Day on 8th June; notes the importance of the world's oceans, for food, resources, transport, recreation and wildlife; regrets the low level of awareness about a natural feature which covers two-thirds of the Earth's surface; acknowledges the role of Government in...

That this House welcomes the commitment of over 70 heads of government, including the British Prime Minister to attend Earth Summit II in New York from 23rd to 27th June; calls for an early parliamentary debate to ensure that the British delegation is fully briefed on this House's concerns, concerning climate, finance, forests and fresh water to ensure a sustainable future for the planet.

That this House welcomes the commitment of over 70 heads of government, including the British Prime Minister to attend Earth Summit II in New York from 23rd to 27th June; calls for an early parliamentary debate to ensure that the British delegation is fully briefed on this House's concerns, concerning...

That this House, concerned at the magnitude of the threat caused by climate change and instability and aware that a considerable reduction in the rate of greenhouse gas emissions will be required in order to stabilise their concentration in the atmosphere, calls on the United Kingdom Government to adopt a constructive approach towards the Third Conference of the Parties of the Climate Change Convention in Kyoto in December, including support for strong international declarations on the subject at the Group of Seven Summit and Earth Summit Two, both to be held in June, support for an agreement in Kyoto containing specific targets, timetables, and instruments for implementation, support for the establishment of an absolute maximum limit on global greenhouse gas concentrations, and policies within the United Kingdom to reduce emissions, especially in the areas of transport and energy.

That this House, concerned at the magnitude of the threat caused by climate change and instability and aware that a considerable reduction in the rate of greenhouse gas emissions will be required in order to stabilise their concentration in the atmosphere, calls on the United Kingdom Government to adopt a...

That this House notes the importance of the Special Session of the United Nations to be held in June 1997, known as Earth Summit Two, which will review progress made in the area of sustainability since the Earth Summit in 1992, including efforts to restrain carbon dioxide emissions and to conserve endangered species, and will set out new targets for future action, including the protection of forests and the establishment of financial mechanisms to find sustainable development; believes that the concept of sustainable development is even more relevant now than it was in 1992; calls upon the United Kingdom Government to place sustainable development at the heart of its policy framework; and urges the Prime Minister to make a commitment to attending Earth Summit Two.

That this House notes the importance of the Special Session of the United Nations to be held in June 1997, known as Earth Summit Two, which will review progress made in the area of sustainability since the Earth Summit in 1992, including efforts to restrain carbon dioxide emissions and to...

That this House welcomes the production of the recent document, Spilling The Genes, in which the non-profit organisation, The Genetics Forum, questions the need, safety and benefits of genetically engineered foods; notes that along with other organisations such as SAFE, The Genetics Forum is committed to the socially responsible and democratic use of genetic engineering; notes further that Spilling the Genes warns of the potentially harmful and possibly irreversible damage to human health and the environment through reckless tampering with the genetic code, and that the food industry should not be allowed to use the general public as guinea-pigs for testing the safety of products whose risks are uncertain and whose benefits are unproven; and calls upon the Government to protect its citizens and their environment from the speculative testing and irresponsible marketing of foods which do not yet have the public's confidence.

That this House welcomes the production of the recent document, Spilling The Genes, in which the non-profit organisation, The Genetics Forum, questions the need, safety and benefits of genetically engineered foods; notes that along with other organisations such as SAFE, The Genetics Forum is committed to the socially responsible and...

That this House expresses its profound concern at the predicament of producers of under-30 months beef; notes the reduction in market prices of 17 per cent. as a result of the BSE scare and that the situation is likely to deteriorate further with a knock-on effect on producers of store cattle; recognises further that intervention is signally failing to stabilise the market and that unless there is effective action the effects on farm businesses, the farm structure and the rural economy could be dire; and calls upon the Government to introduce a deficiency payment system based on income loss utilizing the allowable mix of European and United Kingdom funding.

That this House expresses its profound concern at the predicament of producers of under-30 months beef; notes the reduction in market prices of 17 per cent. as a result of the BSE scare and that the situation is likely to deteriorate further with a knock-on effect on producers of store...

That this House expresses its concern at the disadvantages suffered by permanent residents of mobile homes; notes that they were not eligible for the recent ??50 rebate in electricity bills; notes further that disability improvement grants for facilities such as built-in showers are frequently not available to them; regards this kind of second-class treatment as unacceptable; affirms that permanent residents of mobile homes deserve equal treatment with other residents; and calls upon the Government and other relevant agencies to review their policies in this regard.

That this House expresses its concern at the disadvantages suffered by permanent residents of mobile homes; notes that they were not eligible for the recent ??50 rebate in electricity bills; notes further that disability improvement grants for facilities such as built-in showers are frequently not available to them; regards this...

That this House welcomes the Energy Conservation (Fifteen Y ear Programme) Bill introduced by a cross-party group of ho norable Members which would require the Secretary of State to draw up a 15 year programme of action to ensure that energy conservation measures are taken on 500,000 houses per year over a period of 15 years; acknowledges that such a programme is designed to end fuel poverty in this country; recognises that it would benefit the environment and create jobs; notes that the Bill does not create powers of entry in private homes; notes, too, that it does not involve compelling private individuals to carry out works, but rather relies on persuasion and promotion and hopes that the House will find time to discuss and pass the Bill.

That this House welcomes the Energy Conservation (Fifteen Y ear Programme) Bill introduced by a cross-party group of ho norable Members which would require the Secretary of State to draw up a 15 year programme of action to ensure that energy conservation measures are taken on 500,000 houses per year...

That this House, horrified by the estimate that more than 100,000 people in Burundi have been massacred and 200,000 have become refugees as a result of the conflict there, and mindful of the failure of the international community to take action swiftly enough to prevent genocidal conflict in Bosnia and Rwanda, calls for urgent action by the United Kingdom Government to put forward to the UN a set of proposals designed to respond to the conflict in Burundi by imposing an embargo on arms sales to Burundi and to insurgents operating from neighbouring countries, expanding the scale of the activity of the UN human rights monitors in Burundi, and warning the Government of Zaire not to allow their territory to be used as a base for insurgents.

That this House, horrified by the estimate that more than 100,000 people in Burundi have been massacred and 200,000 have become refugees as a result of the conflict there, and mindful of the failure of the international community to take action swiftly enough to prevent genocidal conflict in Bosnia and...

That this House views with grave concern the sale of arms by Her Majesty's Government to the Sri Lankan Government; notes that such exports exacerbate the conflict betweeen the Sri Lankan state and the Tamil minority which has left hundreds of thousands of Tamils dispossessed and uprooted; calls upon Her Majesty's Government to join United Nations Secretary General Dr Bhoutros Bhoutros Ghali in his attempt to find an early negotiated political solution to the conflict; notes that international human rights organisations continue to accuse the Sri Lankan authorities of engaging in torture; and further calls upon Her Majesty's Government, in view of the escalation of arrests and detention of Tamils in Colombo, to impose a moratorium on all removal notices on Sri Lankan asylum seekers.

That this House views with grave concern the sale of arms by Her Majesty's Government to the Sri Lankan Government; notes that such exports exacerbate the conflict betweeen the Sri Lankan state and the Tamil minority which has left hundreds of thousands of Tamils dispossessed and uprooted; calls upon Her...

That this House notes with regret the fact that grants to improve safety on fishing vessels under the Fishing Vessels (Safety Improvements) (Grants) Scheme 1995 are available only to vessels over 12 metres in length; recognises that smaller fishing vessels are also required to conform with demanding and expensive-to-implement safety requirements; believes that such craft deserve equal support as an important component in local economies; and calls upon the Government to ensure that eligibility for such grants be extended to vessels of under 12 metres in length.

That this House notes with regret the fact that grants to improve safety on fishing vessels under the Fishing Vessels (Safety Improvements) (Grants) Scheme 1995 are available only to vessels over 12 metres in length; recognises that smaller fishing vessels are also required to conform with demanding and expensive-to-implement safety...

That this House condemns the failure of Her Majesty's Government to take adequate precautions to avert the 'Sea Empress' disaster in Milford Haven which now threatens the lives of thousands of sea birds, the environment and the local economy over a widespread area; notes that the Government failed to ensure the stationing of a heavy duty tug in Milford Haven despite warnings of the Lord Donaldson's report into the 'Braer' incident, despite the position of Milford Haven as the principal oil importing port in the British Isles, and despite the grounding of another tanker in the same position in December 1995; records that because of this lack of provision the failure to take decisive action during the first 24 hours of the incident proved fatal; regards this failure as the consequence of appalling negligence on the part of Government ministers; and demands that a full and independent public inquiry, located in Milford Haven, be established, to report as soon as possible.

That this House condemns the failure of Her Majesty's Government to take adequate precautions to avert the 'Sea Empress' disaster in Milford Haven which now threatens the lives of thousands of sea birds, the environment and the local economy over a widespread area; notes that the Government failed to ensure...

That this House welcomes the publication of the report, The Effects of Low Altitude Military Jet Training, the research for which was partly funded by a number of Welsh local authorities and other groups; notes also the subsequent release of Professor Hartmut Ising's German research paper which concludes that military low altitude flight noise risks causing permanent hearing damage to very young children; and calls upon the Government to introduce a restriction of 1,000 feet and 420 knots on all fixed wing RAF flight training both in the United Kingdom and abroad.

That this House welcomes the publication of the report, The Effects of Low Altitude Military Jet Training, the research for which was partly funded by a number of Welsh local authorities and other groups; notes also the subsequent release of Professor Hartmut Ising's German research paper which concludes that military...