That this house believes that the Fleet Solid Support Ship is a warship; contends that UK warships should be designed, built and maintained in UK shipyards in order to strengthen sovereign defence capability and ensure national security considerations are met; welcomes the plethora of economic and social benefits that could be generated from the Team UK bid, including significant job creation, retention of valuable skills, increased returns to the Treasury through tax and National Insurance contributions, potential support of other industries such as the steel industry, and much-needed continuation of work for UK shipyards; acknowledges that no other country in the G7 conducts warship procurement through an international competition; and calls on the Government to support UK shipyards and UK defence supply chains by awarding the Fleet Solid Support Ship contract to Team UK, creating 1800 direct shipyard jobs across the UK and thousands more in the supply chain.

That this house believes that the Fleet Solid Support Ship is a warship; contends that UK warships should be designed, built and maintained in UK shipyards in order to strengthen sovereign defence capability and ensure national security considerations are met; welcomes the plethora of economic and social benefits that could...

That this House recognises the life-changing injustices experienced by subpostmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; notes with the deepest sadness that subpostmasters have served custodial sentences and suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not commit; recognises the role of the Government in prolonging this crisis through not fulfilling their role of shareholder representation on the board of Post Office Limited; expresses concern at the scope and formation of the inquiry currently outlined by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy; and strongly urges the Government to institute a judge-led public inquiry into this matter at the earliest opportunity.

That this House recognises the life-changing injustices experienced by subpostmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; notes with the deepest sadness that subpostmasters have served custodial sentences and suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not commit; recognises the role of the Government in prolonging this crisis through not fulfilling their role of...

That this House supports the regeneration of the Passionate People, Passionate Places brand that did so much to sell the North East to the country and raise regional pride previously; notes that VisitEngland measured an exceptional rise in North-East tourism as a result of the previous campaign; recognises the importance of tourism in the North-East as the fourth largest sector in the region; celebrates the beauty of the North-East’s two World Heritage Sites, National Park and two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; and further celebrates Hadrian's Wall as a significant draw for the region, with an estimated 1 million to 1.5 million visitors annually.

That this House supports the regeneration of the Passionate People, Passionate Places brand that did so much to sell the North East to the country and raise regional pride previously; notes that VisitEngland measured an exceptional rise in North-East tourism as a result of the previous campaign; recognises the importance...

That this House notes with sadness the passing of Ron Hogg CBE, the first and much loved and respected Police, Crime and Victims' Commissioner for County Durham and Darlington who passed away following a brave battle with motor neurone disease; recognises his huge contribution to policing by serving as a police officer for 30 years including during the 2002 FIFA World Cup where he led English police units tackling football hooliganism in the host countries of Japan and South Korea and by leading Durham Constabulary to be rated outstanding four times; further recognises that he pioneered innovative schemes to tackle re-offending, restorative justice and progressive drugs policy reform and during his final months campaigned passionately for a change in the law on assisted dying; extends sincere sympathies to his wife Maureen, his family, many friends and colleagues; recognises that he was one of the most significant figures in the criminal justice sector; and calls for an award to be created in his honour, and to carry his name as a lasting memorial, to recognise outstanding contributions to public policy development in the criminal justice sector.

That this House notes with sadness the passing of Ron Hogg CBE, the first and much loved and respected Police, Crime and Victims' Commissioner for County Durham and Darlington who passed away following a brave battle with motor neurone disease; recognises his huge contribution to policing by serving as a...

That this House notes that 13-19 May was Mental Health Awareness Week as organised by the Mental Health Foundation and that this year's theme was body image; notes that poor body image is experienced by people of any gender at all stages of life and that this can contribute to poor mental health; further notes that exposure to unrealistic body images through social media and advertising is strongly associated with the development of body image and mental health problems; and calls on the Government to strengthen regulation in these areas.

That this House notes that 13-19 May was Mental Health Awareness Week as organised by the Mental Health Foundation and that this year's theme was body image; notes that poor body image is experienced by people of any gender at all stages of life and that this can contribute to...

That this House recognises that people with coeliac disease, for whom the only treatment is a strict gluten-free diet for life, must have access to gluten-free prescriptions to maintain their health; notes that without access to prescriptions the most vulnerable people, those on low incomes, the elderly and those with mobility problems, will suffer most as confirmed by independent research; considers that the potential health risk to patients, including osteoporosis, infertility and cancer of the small bowel, may cost the NHS more in the long run; calls for the maintenance of gluten-free prescriptions on the NHS; and further calls for the consideration of a national gluten-free prescribing scheme for England and renewed efforts to improve recognition of coeliac disease by primary care health services.

That this House recognises that people with coeliac disease, for whom the only treatment is a strict gluten-free diet for life, must have access to gluten-free prescriptions to maintain their health; notes that without access to prescriptions the most vulnerable people, those on low incomes, the elderly and those with...

That this House calls on the Durham County Cricket Club (DCCC) partnership stakeholders, notably the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Durham County Council, to secure the future of first-class and international cricket in County Durham; condemns the punitive action of the ECB against DCCC; encourages the ECB to review its procedures for allocation of international cricket matches; believes that the ECB should commit to ensuring that cricket fans can still enjoy professional cricket at all levels, including international and test cricket, at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street; and further calls on the ECB to clarify regulation governing points penalties and to set out what other options were discussed with DCCC before imposing relegation, points deductions and loss of test status.

That this House calls on the Durham County Cricket Club (DCCC) partnership stakeholders, notably the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Durham County Council, to secure the future of first-class and international cricket in County Durham; condemns the punitive action of the ECB against DCCC; encourages the ECB to...

That this House notes that 9 to 15 May 2016 is Coeliac UK Awareness Week and congratulates Coeliac UK for its work to improve the recognition of coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis; further notes that there are still half a million people in the UK suffering with undiagnosed coeliac disease; appreciates the work undertaken by Coeliac UK through the Is it coeliac disease? campaign which aims to highlight the diverse symptoms of the condition and help people onto a pathway to clinical diagnosis; further notes the growing difficulties that people with coeliac disease, in certain parts of England, have in accessing support from the NHS including help with gluten-free staple foods, dietetic advice and health monitoring; calls for consideration of a national gluten-free prescribing scheme for England and renewed efforts to improve recognition of coeliac disease by primary care health services; and commends the efforts of Coeliac UK to improve the availability of gluten-free food through their Gluten-free Guarantee campaign directed at UK food retailers.

That this House notes that 9 to 15 May 2016 is Coeliac UK Awareness Week and congratulates Coeliac UK for its work to improve the recognition of coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis; further notes that there are still half a million people in the UK suffering with undiagnosed coeliac disease;...

That this House notes the 28th anniversary of the massacre of Armenians in the Azerbaijani city of Sumgait and expresses its sympathy to the families of those men, women and children victims; calls on the Azerbaijani government to end its aggression towards Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, end its cross-border attacks; further calls on the Government to support the OSCE's Minsk Group as the only internationally-mandated framework for the settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict; and reiterates that conflict resolution must be achieved on the principles of territorial integrity, self- determination and without use of force.

That this House notes the 28th anniversary of the massacre of Armenians in the Azerbaijani city of Sumgait and expresses its sympathy to the families of those men, women and children victims; calls on the Azerbaijani government to end its aggression towards Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, end its cross-border attacks; further...

That this House recognises the 22 years' service of Graham Dear, who retires on 3 March 2011; warmly thanks Mr Dear for his dedicated service to the House of Commons; and wishes him a long and happy retirement.

That this House recognises the 22 years' service of Graham Dear, who retires on 3 March 2011; warmly thanks Mr Dear for his dedicated service to the House of Commons; and wishes him a long and happy retirement.

That this House congratulates and thanks George Blaylock, Clive Burrows, Ken Jones and Clive Thomas who are all retiring from the post of doorkeeper in the House of Commons; notes that between them they have over 73 years' service to the House; and wishes to record the House's appreciation for their hard work and loyal service during all that time.

That this House congratulates and thanks George Blaylock, Clive Burrows, Ken Jones and Clive Thomas who are all retiring from the post of doorkeeper in the House of Commons; notes that between them they have over 73 years' service to the House; and wishes to record the House's appreciation for...

That this House applauds the work of One North East in promoting sustainable economic growth across the North East of England since 1999; recognises the role One North East has played in regeneration and job creation in the region over the last 11 years; understands the importance of the support it gave over 4,000 businesses during the recent recession; supports its vision for a future North East economy that ensures the people of the region benefit from improved prosperity; and calls on the Government to strengthen the support given to the North East economy through One North East.

That this House applauds the work of One North East in promoting sustainable economic growth across the North East of England since 1999; recognises the role One North East has played in regeneration and job creation in the region over the last 11 years; understands the importance of the support...

That this House recognises the bravery, dedication and sacrifice of members of the armed forces serving in Afghanistan and Iraq; applauds the Daily Mirror's Honour the Brave campaign; and calls on the Government to award a medal to those service personnel killed or wounded in these and other conflicts.

That this House recognises the bravery, dedication and sacrifice of members of the armed forces serving in Afghanistan and Iraq; applauds the Daily Mirror's Honour the Brave campaign; and calls on the Government to award a medal to those service personnel killed or wounded in these and other conflicts.

That this House warmly welcomes the announcement of a daily non-stop flight between Newcastle and Dubai commencing in September 2007; understands the significance of this new service in creating jobs and investment opportunities in the North East; recognises that this means the people of the North East will have direct access to one of the most popular tourist destinations and emerging markets in the Middle East; and congratulates the staff of Emirates Airline and Newcastle International Airport who have made this new service a reality.

That this House warmly welcomes the announcement of a daily non-stop flight between Newcastle and Dubai commencing in September 2007; understands the significance of this new service in creating jobs and investment opportunities in the North East; recognises that this means the people of the North East will have direct...

That this House condemns the actions of the law firm Watson Burton who, by colluding with the claims handling firm P and R Associates, deducted ??325,000 from the compensation of coal health victims; believes that Watson Burton should have informed their clients that there was no need to deduct money from their compensation; and further believes that Watson Burton should pay back those former miners and widows of former miners who have had their rightful compensation reduced as a result of these unscrupulous practices.

That this House condemns the actions of the law firm Watson Burton who, by colluding with the claims handling firm P and R Associates, deducted ??325,000 from the compensation of coal health victims; believes that Watson Burton should have informed their clients that there was no need to deduct money...

That this House congratulates the Northern Echo Newspaper on its Olympic Dream campaign to raise vital money for grassroots sport in the North East; welcomes the campaign's aims of securing funds for talented youngsters through the sports charity SportsAid and helping to encourage children's sport and spread the benefits of the 2012 Olympics; is disappointed at the decision of the London 2012 Organising Committee to ban the use of the word Olympic from the Northern Echo Newspaper's campaign; and calls on the Government to intervene to ensure regional and community-based initiatives in support of the 2012 Olympics are allowed to use the term `Olympic'.

That this House congratulates the Northern Echo Newspaper on its Olympic Dream campaign to raise vital money for grassroots sport in the North East; welcomes the campaign's aims of securing funds for talented youngsters through the sports charity SportsAid and helping to encourage children's sport and spread the benefits of...

That this House notes that over a million older people are likely to be alone this Christmas; is aware that nearly 2.5 million over 60s have no close friends living nearby and go weeks without seeing a friend or relative; recognises that loneliness and isolation radically reduce quality of life for many older people; commends the outstanding work being done by volunteers all over the UK to provide older people with opportunities to keep in touch with their community; and applauds the work being done by WRVS with its Be a Star campaign to get more people to do something about loneliness this Christmas.

That this House notes that over a million older people are likely to be alone this Christmas; is aware that nearly 2.5 million over 60s have no close friends living nearby and go weeks without seeing a friend or relative; recognises that loneliness and isolation radically reduce quality of life...

That this House notes that a mobile phone is taken in half of all robberies and that in 30 per cent. of robberies, it is the only item stolen; recognises, therefore, that tackling mobile phone theft is key to reducing street crime;further notes that the Mobile Telephone (Re-programming) Act 2002 has made it illegal to re-programme a phone's IMEI number or to possess or supply the equipment needed to re-programme phones with the intend of doing so; believes that there is a need to make it easier for the police to prosecute under the Act, which will enable them to disrupt the market for stolen mobile phones more effectively; and calls on the Government to support measures to make it an offence to offer or agree to re-programme a phone, or to have a phone re-programmed.

That this House notes that a mobile phone is taken in half of all robberies and that in 30 per cent. of robberies, it is the only item stolen; recognises, therefore, that tackling mobile phone theft is key to reducing street crime;further notes that the Mobile Telephone (Re-programming) Act 2002...

That this House notes with sadness the death of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al-Nahyan of Abu Dhabi; acknowledges the great contribution he made to the United Arab Emirates of which he was President since its formation in 1971 both in terms of delivering regional stability and economic prosperity to his people; and passes on to his family the best wishes of the House at this sad time.

That this House notes with sadness the death of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al-Nahyan of Abu Dhabi; acknowledges the great contribution he made to the United Arab Emirates of which he was President since its formation in 1971 both in terms of delivering regional stability and economic prosperity to his...

That this House congratulates CRY for raising awareness of Sudden Cardiac Death Syndrome; applauds CRY for the support it offers those who have suffered loss from sudden cardiac death; praises its promotion of heart screening as a simple way of diagnosing most cardiac abnormalities; notes the tremendous contribution CRY has made to medical research into Sudden Cardiac Death Syndrome; and commends CRY for donating a total of 39 electrocardiogram machines, which are housed in surgeries, accident and emergency centres and cardiac wards around the United Kingdom.

That this House congratulates CRY for raising awareness of Sudden Cardiac Death Syndrome; applauds CRY for the support it offers those who have suffered loss from sudden cardiac death; praises its promotion of heart screening as a simple way of diagnosing most cardiac abnormalities; notes the tremendous contribution CRY has...