That this House congratulates Salt of the Earth, based in Chandler's Ford, on receiving the King's Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development 2026; commends its success in building its natural deodorant product line; notes that the company was one of only 36 businesses across the United Kingdom to be recognised in this category; further commends its ongoing work to reduce its environmental impact through renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing practices; acknowledges that this is the company's second King's Award for Enterprise in consecutive years, having also been recognised for International Trade in 2025; recognises the valuable contribution the company makes to jobs and investment in the Eastleigh constituency; celebrates the economic value that small and medium-enterprises provide; and wishes everyone at Salt of the Earth continued success.

That this House congratulates Salt of the Earth, based in Chandler's Ford, on receiving the King's Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development 2026; commends its success in building its natural deodorant product line; notes that the company was one of only 36 businesses across the United Kingdom to be recognised...

That this House recognises 3 September as Merchant Navy Day, established to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present; notes the historic and continuing dedication of merchant seafarers, and their supportive families residing in Eastleigh; celebrates the crucial role of merchant seafarers, who today handle 95% of the UK's traded goods, keeping the nation supplied and connected to the world; acknowledges the bravery of Merchant Navy seafarers in keeping supply lines open during global conflicts, including the two world wars, and more recent crises such as the covid-19 pandemic; further notes that merchant seafarers continue to face serious and ongoing challenges, including in the Strait of Hormuz; and calls on hon. and Rt hon. Members to mark Merchant Navy Day by flying the Red Ensign and paying tribute to the service, courage and sacrifice of merchant seafarers.

That this House recognises 3 September as Merchant Navy Day, established to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present; notes the historic and continuing dedication of merchant seafarers, and their supportive families residing in Eastleigh; celebrates the crucial role of...

That this House pays tribute to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance for its outstanding work delivering lifesaving pre-hospital critical care across the region; notes that the charity responded to a record 2,593 emergencies in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of increasing demand for its services; further notes that almost 10 per cent of patients treated required a pre-hospital emergency anaesthetic and induced coma, demonstrating the advanced level of critical care provided at the scene of life-threatening incidents; recognises that the charity responds to an average of seven emergencies every day, including cardiac arrests, serious falls and major road traffic collisions, operating around the clock, including on bank holidays and in challenging conditions; congratulates the charity on the successful completion of its Operation Airbase appeal, supported by more than 13,000 donors, which has coincided with the relocation of the service to a new purpose-built airbase near Southampton Airport, Eastleigh; commends the dedication of its doctors, paramedics, pilots, dispatchers, and volunteers whose skill and commitment save lives every day; further recognises the vital role played by air ambulance charities in delivering urgent and emergency care across the United Kingdom; and calls on the Government to work closely with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and other air ambulance charities to ensure they are able to continue providing this essential service to communities nationwide.

That this House pays tribute to the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance for its outstanding work delivering lifesaving pre-hospital critical care across the region; notes that the charity responded to a record 2,593 emergencies in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of increasing demand for its services; further...

That this House wishes the England men's football team every success in the FIFA World Cup 2026; recognises the significance of the World Cup as the pinnacle of international football and one of the world's most celebrated sporting events; celebrates the pride, excitement and sense of national unity that the Three Lions' participation in the tournament inspires; acknowledges the talent, dedication and diversity of the squad, which reflects the very best of modern England; notes the unique ability of football, and the World Cup in particular, to bring people together across communities, generations and backgrounds; further recognises the positive role that major international sporting events play in strengthening community spirit and fostering a shared sense of belonging across the country; also recognises that people will come together in homes, schools, workplaces, outdoor venues and pubs to follow England's World Cup journey and support the team through thick and thin; and expresses the hope of Members across the House that the team can once again inspire the nation, make the country proud on the world stage and, at long last, bring football home.

That this House wishes the England men's football team every success in the FIFA World Cup 2026; recognises the significance of the World Cup as the pinnacle of international football and one of the world's most celebrated sporting events; celebrates the pride, excitement and sense of national unity that the...

That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2026, which marks the 11th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging, staff wages and changes to employer National insurance contributions; celebrates Mike’s Traditional Fish and Chips in Bishopstoke for being shortlisted in the National Fish and Chip Awards 2026 and for their role in the local community by employing staff from the local area, often school-leavers who are working for the first time and learning professional skills; and champions the contribution of small local hospitality businesses in strengthening our high streets and creating jobs across the UK.

That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2026, which marks the 11th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging,...

That this House congratulates AFC Stoneham on their fantastic victory in the 2026 FA Vase final; commends the players, manager and coaching staff for their hard work, dedication and effort; celebrates Callum Lee’s goalkeeping heroics; recognises the tremendous support shown by their fans, the Purple Army, throughout the club’s remarkable cup run; notes AFC Stoneham's 107 year history and the important role they play in the local area; and wishes AFC Stoneham every success for the future as they continue to make the Eastleigh community proud.

That this House congratulates AFC Stoneham on their fantastic victory in the 2026 FA Vase final; commends the players, manager and coaching staff for their hard work, dedication and effort; celebrates Callum Lee’s goalkeeping heroics; recognises the tremendous support shown by their fans, the Purple Army, throughout the club’s remarkable...

That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked a pivotal moment in British aviation history; recognises that the Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940 and denying the Luftwaffe air superiority, marking a turning point in the Second World War; further recognises the outstanding contribution of R.J. Mitchell, who led the team that designed the Spitfire; acknowledges the Spitfire’s remarkable engineering and cutting-edge technology, including its elliptical wings and exceptional manoeuvrability and speed; highlights the Spitfire’s adaptability and global service across major campaigns in Europe, the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Asia-Pacific; also recognises the tremendous courage, skill and sacrifice of the pilots, engineers, and workers who designed, built, maintained and flew the aircraft; commends the enduring legacy of the Spitfire as an iconic symbol of British innovation, resilience and determination; and celebrates the Spitfire’s role as a lasting source of pride for Eastleigh, reflecting the town’s unique place in the history of British aviation.

That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked...

That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked a pivotal moment in British aviation history; recognises that the Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940 and denying the Luftwaffe air superiority, marking a turning point in the Second World War; further recognises the outstanding contribution of R.J. Mitchell, who led the team that designed the Spitfire; acknowledges the Spitfire’s remarkable engineering and cutting-edge technology, including its elliptical wings and exceptional manoeuvrability and speed; highlights the Spitfire’s adaptability and global service across major campaigns in Europe, the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Asia-Pacific; also recognises the tremendous courage, skill and sacrifice of the pilots, engineers, and workers who designed, built, maintained and flew the aircraft; commends the enduring legacy of the Spitfire as an iconic symbol of British innovation, resilience and determination; and celebrates the Spitfire’s role as a lasting source of pride for Eastleigh, reflecting the town’s unique place in the history of British aviation.

That this House commemorates the 90th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Spitfire, which first took to the skies from Eastleigh Airfield on 5 March 1936; notes that the K5054, a Supermarine Type 300, the prototype of the Spitfire, piloted on that day by Captain Joseph Mutt Summers, marked...

That this House wishes Dolly Parton a happy 80th birthday; recognises her philanthropic efforts through the Dollywood Foundation to inspire children in her home county to achieve educational success; acknowledges that the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has been in operation for over 30 years, gifting millions of free books to children from birth to age five; commends her considerable donations to charitable causes, including AIDS research and relief for wildfire, as well $1 million towards the research that produced the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine; and celebrates the girl from the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee for her outstanding contributions to music and culture, her uplifting spirit and her commitment to social mobility on her 80th birthday.

That this House wishes Dolly Parton a happy 80th birthday; recognises her philanthropic efforts through the Dollywood Foundation to inspire children in her home county to achieve educational success; acknowledges that the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has been in operation for over 30 years, gifting millions of free books to...

That this House expresses its sincere thanks to all postal workers and Royal Mail staff in Eastleigh and across the country for their dedication and hard work in delivering Christmas cards, parcels and presents during the busy festive period; recognises the professionalism, commitment and resilience they continue to demonstrate, including their long hours and service in challenging conditions; notes the essential role they play in keeping families and communities connected at Christmas; and pays tribute to their vital contribution to the social and economic life of communities throughout the UK.

That this House expresses its sincere thanks to all postal workers and Royal Mail staff in Eastleigh and across the country for their dedication and hard work in delivering Christmas cards, parcels and presents during the busy festive period; recognises the professionalism, commitment and resilience they continue to demonstrate, including...

That this House recognises the achievements of the Flying Nightingales, a group of Women's Auxiliary Air Force nursing orderlies who were the first three British women officially flown into a war zone during World War II to evacuate injured soldiers; pays tribute to Corporal Lydia Alford, who was from Eastleigh, LACW Myra Roberts, and LACW Edna Birkbeck, for their extraordinary courage; acknowledges that the Flying Nightingales were pioneers of modern medical evacuations; and calls for further recognition of the Flying Nightingales’ extraordinary contribution to the allied war effort to ensure that their bravery and legacy is celebrated.

That this House recognises the achievements of the Flying Nightingales, a group of Women's Auxiliary Air Force nursing orderlies who were the first three British women officially flown into a war zone during World War II to evacuate injured soldiers; pays tribute to Corporal Lydia Alford, who was from Eastleigh,...

That this House notes with concern that employees of air ambulance charities, including paramedics, doctors, nurses, critical care practitioners, pilots, technicians, and those in leadership, training, or command roles with prior frontline service, are currently ineligible for the Ambulance Service (Emergency Duties) Long Service and Good Conduct Medal; further notes that these professionals undertake duties fully aligned with NHS emergency care, including responding to life-threatening incidents and delivering urgent and emergency patient care; believes that the exclusion of air ambulance personnel from this formal recognition fails to reflect the parity and value of their service; and calls on the Government to review eligibility for the Ambulance Service (Emergency Duties) Long Service and Good Conduct Medal with a view to extending recognition to appropriately qualified air ambulance staff.

That this House notes with concern that employees of air ambulance charities, including paramedics, doctors, nurses, critical care practitioners, pilots, technicians, and those in leadership, training, or command roles with prior frontline service, are currently ineligible for the Ambulance Service (Emergency Duties) Long Service and Good Conduct Medal; further notes...

That this House expresses its concern at the experiences of UK citizens whose social media accounts have been hacked and subsequently disabled by automated moderation systems operated by Meta and other large technology platforms; notes that social media companies’ appeals processes have become increasingly reliant on closed-loop automated systems with no meaningful opportunity to verify identity or engage with a human representative; and calls on the Government to press for stronger digital rights protections, require social media companies to provide human-led customer service and fair redress mechanisms, and establish greater oversight of AI-based moderation systems.

That this House expresses its concern at the experiences of UK citizens whose social media accounts have been hacked and subsequently disabled by automated moderation systems operated by Meta and other large technology platforms; notes that social media companies’ appeals processes have become increasingly reliant on closed-loop automated systems with...

That this House notes with concern the decision by Hampshire County Council to withdraw discretionary top-up enhancements to the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for disabled residents, including the removal of the Companion Bus Pass and the restriction of free travel to between 9:30am and 11:00pm on weekdays; further notes that Guide Dogs, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, and the Hampshire Sight Loss Council/ Thomas Pocklington Trust, have expressed serious concerns about this decision, which has disproportionately affected the 55,100 visually impaired residents in Hampshire; recognises that these changes have created new barriers for many disabled people, including those who need to travel early in the morning for work, education, or medical appointments; notes that the withdrawal of companion passes has reduced the independence of those who require assistance to travel safely and confidently, placing financial burdens on family and friends who support them, and leading some to travel less or rely on costly taxis; observes that disabled people already face significant challenges in using public transport, including inaccessible infrastructure, insufficient disability awareness training for transport staff, and the lack of real-time journey information in accessible formats; and calls on the Government to exercise oversight to ensure that local authorities maintain concessionary travel schemes which promote mobility and the full participation of disabled people in society.

That this House notes with concern the decision by Hampshire County Council to withdraw discretionary top-up enhancements to the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for disabled residents, including the removal of the Companion Bus Pass and the restriction of free travel to between 9:30am and 11:00pm on weekdays; further notes...

That this House calls for a ban on greyhound racing in the UK; notes with serious concern figures from the animal welfare charity Blue Cross indicating that between 2017 and 2024, over 4,000 greyhounds died or were put to sleep and more than 35,000 injuries were recorded by the racing industry; further notes the RSPCA’s assessment that thousands of greyhounds face injury and death each year in the name of sport and gambling, suffering broken limbs, head trauma and other serious or fatal injuries on UK racetracks; recognises that the welfare of racing greyhounds is compromised at every stage of their lives, from breeding and training to racing and retirement; believes that the current regulatory framework does not ensure minimum welfare standards or provide greyhounds with a life worth living; and urges the Government to follow the lead of countries including Wales and New Zealand, and begin the winding down of the greyhound racing industry across the UK.

That this House calls for a ban on greyhound racing in the UK; notes with serious concern figures from the animal welfare charity Blue Cross indicating that between 2017 and 2024, over 4,000 greyhounds died or were put to sleep and more than 35,000 injuries were recorded by the racing...

That this House pays tribute to the life of Jibraan Nveed Chaudhary, a bright and kind-hearted 18-year-old who tragically died from sepsis in November 2024 while undergoing chemotherapy treatment for leukemia; recognises the dedication and strength of his father and family in establishing the Jibraan Chaudhary Sepsis Research Foundation in his memory; acknowledges that sepsis remains a leading cause of death among patients undergoing treatment for leukemia; commends the Foundation’s mission to fund research into the prevention, early detection, and treatment of chemotherapy-associated sepsis; supports its efforts to raise awareness, foster community engagement, and drive scientific innovation; and calls on the Government, research institutions and healthcare bodies to prioritise action on sepsis in cancer care to help save lives.

That this House pays tribute to the life of Jibraan Nveed Chaudhary, a bright and kind-hearted 18-year-old who tragically died from sepsis in November 2024 while undergoing chemotherapy treatment for leukemia; recognises the dedication and strength of his father and family in establishing the Jibraan Chaudhary Sepsis Research Foundation in...

That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2025, which marks the 10th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging, staff wages and changes to employer National insurance contributions; celebrates Mike’s Traditional Fish and Chips in Bishopstoke for being shortlisted in the National Fish and Chip Awards 2025 and for their role in the local community by employing staff from the local area, often school-leavers who are working for the first time and learning professional skills; and champions the contribution of small local hospitality businesses in strengthening our high streets and creating jobs across the UK.

That this House celebrates National Fish and Chip Day 2025, which marks the 10th anniversary of the event; recognises the contribution of fish and chip businesses to the economy, hospitality sector and local communities; acknowledges increases to prices in the sector, including the cost of energy, raw goods and packaging,...

That this House recognises the significant impact of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), which affects around 3% of pregnancies in the UK; notes with concern the lack of diagnostic training given to general practitioners who first see sufferers before the first appointment with a midwife, which tends to come in the ninth week of pregnancy; acknowledges the personal toll on the physical and mental health of women who do not receive a formal diagnosis of HG and are left feeling isolated and unsupported when symptoms are misdiagnosed as morning sickness; calls for the end to the postcode lottery of access to drugs to treat symptoms of nausea and vomiting, including Xonvea; and urges the Government to work with Pregnancy Sickness Support and relevant stakeholders to update clinical guidelines and improve training to support early diagnosis and safer treatment options.

That this House recognises the significant impact of Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG), which affects around 3% of pregnancies in the UK; notes with concern the lack of diagnostic training given to general practitioners who first see sufferers before the first appointment with a midwife, which tends to come in the ninth...

That this House notes significant backlogs in access to practical driving tests in Hampshire; recognises the impacts on young drivers and access to employment opportunities; acknowledges new measures introduced by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, including the recruitment of additional examiners and the extension of the driving test cancellation period from three to ten working days; expresses concern over the growth of third-party reselling sites and reports of botting of the driving test booking system that creates major barriers for genuine learners; further notes the closure of the Forest Hills practical driving test centre in Southampton in 2022 and the reduction of capacity across the Solent region; further acknowledges the ongoing backlog and the impact that covid-19 has had on test availability; and calls on the Government to intensify efforts to reduce driving test waiting times in the Eastleigh constituency and across Hampshire.

That this House notes significant backlogs in access to practical driving tests in Hampshire; recognises the impacts on young drivers and access to employment opportunities; acknowledges new measures introduced by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, including the recruitment of additional examiners and the extension of the driving test cancellation...

That this House is concerned by the challenges facing the hair and beauty industry due to the labour-intensive nature of the sector and structural issues within the VAT system, challenges to the employer model, and the lingering impact of the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges the year-round demand for these services and the value they bring to high streets; notes the British Hair Consortium report which estimates a loss of £2.4 billion in VAT receipts since 2009; recognises the fast growth of the self-employed model within the sector that is projected to rise to 76% by 2030 and is largely devoid of the employment rights that come with being an employee; expresses concern at the decline of apprenticeships in the sector and the resulting loss in lifetime productivity benefits; calls on the Government to monitor disguised employment and ensure HMRC takes appropriate action to ensure businesses operate on a level playing field; and commends the efforts of hair and beauty businesses across Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford, including Elite Hair Salon and Jemma George Hair Artistry.

That this House is concerned by the challenges facing the hair and beauty industry due to the labour-intensive nature of the sector and structural issues within the VAT system, challenges to the employer model, and the lingering impact of the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges the year-round demand for these services and...