That this House is deeply concerned about the continuing possession and reliance on nuclear weapons, the risks posed by possible nuclear proliferation to more states and to non-state armed groups, and the possibility that nuclear weapons may be used by accident, miscalculation or intent; notes the opportunities provided by the 2005 Review of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons to show greater progress in implementing existing non-proliferation and disarmament commitments; and firmly supports the aims of the 100 strong lobby by international Mayors for Peace that will be present at the NPT Review Conference for the first time, under the leadership of the Mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, to press for early and full Treaty compliance.

That this House is deeply concerned about the continuing possession and reliance on nuclear weapons, the risks posed by possible nuclear proliferation to more states and to non-state armed groups, and the possibility that nuclear weapons may be used by accident, miscalculation or intent; notes the opportunities provided by the...

That this House congratulates the Secretary of State for Scotland on her successful negotiation with Argos Stores who have agreed to reopen, as a matter of urgency, discussions with the trade unions on the position of the eleven workers who have left the company due to difficulties with Sunday working and further have agreed to review its policy on compulsory working for its Scottish employees; and urges a change in the law to ensure that Scottish workers enjoy equal rights in this regard with other parts of the United Kingdom.

That this House congratulates the Secretary of State for Scotland on her successful negotiation with Argos Stores who have agreed to reopen, as a matter of urgency, discussions with the trade unions on the position of the eleven workers who have left the company due to difficulties with Sunday working...

That this House welcomes the clear statement by the Defence Secretary in the House on 15th July, that British Government policy has not changed since John Major, during the Gulf War, explicitly rules out the use of British nuclear weapons against Iraq, even in reply to a chemical or biological attack on our forces, on the grounds that a proportionate response could be made using conventional weapons and that Britain would never breach the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

That this House welcomes the clear statement by the Defence Secretary in the House on 15th July, that British Government policy has not changed since John Major, during the Gulf War, explicitly rules out the use of British nuclear weapons against Iraq, even in reply to a chemical or biological...

That this House deplores the behaviour of Argos, who are ruthlessly exploiting a loophole in the law, whereby shop workers in Scotland are not given the protection which is enjoyed throughout the rest of the United Kingdom, and sacking staff who between them have given years of loyal service to the company if they will not accept compulsory Sunday working, thus discriminating in particular against those who have family commitments or religious objections, and in general against employees in Scotland.

That this House deplores the behaviour of Argos, who are ruthlessly exploiting a loophole in the law, whereby shop workers in Scotland are not given the protection which is enjoyed throughout the rest of the United Kingdom, and sacking staff who between them have given years of loyal service to...

That this House urges the Governments of India and Pakistan to seek to resolve their differences peacefully and to reduce the risks of nuclear conflict.

That this House urges the Governments of India and Pakistan to seek to resolve their differences peacefully and to reduce the risks of nuclear conflict.

That this House congratulates Sir Alex Ferguson on his well-earned inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony.

That this House congratulates Sir Alex Ferguson on his well-earned inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony.

That this House expresses concern at President Bush's intention to move beyond the constraints of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in developing missile defence; and endorses the unanimous conclusions of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, which recommended that the Government voice the grave doubts about NMD in the UK, questioned whether US plans to deploy NMD represent an appropriate response to the proliferation problems faced by the international community and recommended that the Government encourage the USA to explore all ways of reducing the threat it perceives.

That this House expresses concern at President Bush's intention to move beyond the constraints of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in developing missile defence; and endorses the unanimous conclusions of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, which recommended that the Government voice the grave doubts about NMD in the UK, questioned whether...

That this House expresses concern at President Bush's intention 'to move beyond the constraints' of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in developing Missile Defence; and endorses the unanimous conclusions of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, which recommended that the Government voice the grave doubts about NMD in the UK, questioned whether US plans to deploy NMD represent an appropriate response to the proliferation problems faced by the international community; and recommended that the Government encourage the USA to explore all ways of reducing the threat it perceives.

That this House expresses concern at President Bush's intention 'to move beyond the constraints' of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty in developing Missile Defence; and endorses the unanimous conclusions of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, which recommended that the Government voice the grave doubts about NMD in the UK, questioned whether...

That this House expresses grave concern at the US Senate's rejection of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty; fears this could undermine nuclear non-proliferation; urges Her Majesty's Government to make further representations to the UK's American allies to this effect; and hopes that the Senate will reconsider this decision.

That this House expresses grave concern at the US Senate's rejection of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty; fears this could undermine nuclear non-proliferation; urges Her Majesty's Government to make further representations to the UK's American allies to this effect; and hopes that the Senate will reconsider this decision.

That this House congratulates Aberdonian Paul Lawrie on his magnificent and dramatic victory in the 128th British Open at Carnoustie, the first British or European golfer to win the Open since 1992, the first home-based Scottish golfer to win the Championship in Scotland since 1893 and the first ever competitor to come through final qualifying to take the title.

That this House congratulates Aberdonian Paul Lawrie on his magnificent and dramatic victory in the 128th British Open at Carnoustie, the first British or European golfer to win the Open since 1992, the first home-based Scottish golfer to win the Championship in Scotland since 1893 and the first ever competitor...

That this House congratulates the honourable Member for Walsall South on his initiative to improve the health and well-being of colleagues by introducing weekly weigh-ins at the Commons; congratulates all participants who, collectively have shed 324.5 pounds; notes that in recognition of their efforts on 23rd February Weight Watchers (UK) Ltd. presented a cheque for ??8,177.15 to Madam Speaker for Save the Children; welcomes the decision to continue the weekly weigh-ins and to make it easier for participants to follow their healthy eating plan; and requests that the 'points' value of at least two of the meals available daily in the Commons cafeteria are listed on the menus.

That this House congratulates the honourable Member for Walsall South on his initiative to improve the health and well-being of colleagues by introducing weekly weigh-ins at the Commons; congratulates all participants who, collectively have shed 324.5 pounds; notes that in recognition of their efforts on 23rd February Weight Watchers (UK)...

That this house congratulates the honourable Member for Foyle and the Right honourable Member for Upper Bann on their richly deserved award of the Noble Peace Prize; pays tribute also to all other Right honourable and honourable Members of this House who have contributed to the cause of peace in Northern Ireland, and to all those other people, not least the general population North and South of the border, who have furthered and are furthering that cause; and hopes that they may also be rewarded with a lasting settlement, which can set an example to other divided communities in the world.

That this house congratulates the honourable Member for Foyle and the Right honourable Member for Upper Bann on their richly deserved award of the Noble Peace Prize; pays tribute also to all other Right honourable and honourable Members of this House who have contributed to the cause of peace in...

That this House welcomes the quashing of the murder conviction of Derek Bentley; applauds the courage, determination and self-sacrifice of his family in fighting for justice; deplores the conduct of the late Lord Chief Justice Goddard criticised by the Court of Appeal and of all others who were guilty of perpetrating this terrible miscarriage of justice; regrets the delay in admitting this injustice; expresses grief that the tragic and appalling wrong committed against Derek Bentley can never be remedied; and believes that his best memorial will be in the total removal of the death penalty from the statute book.

That this House welcomes the quashing of the murder conviction of Derek Bentley; applauds the courage, determination and self-sacrifice of his family in fighting for justice; deplores the conduct of the late Lord Chief Justice Goddard criticised by the Court of Appeal and of all others who were guilty of...

That this House condemns the decision by the Liberal/Independent administration of Aberdeenshire Council to withdraw free school transport for many secondary school children previously entitled; notes that this will lead to an increase in the numbers of children transported to school by car, contrary to the Government's stated aim to reduce such school-run journeys; further notes with concern the road safety situation at Banff Academy where children from the neighbouring Burgh of Macduff who will be forced to walk to school will be faced with the hazards of walking along a main road at peak times and crossing a narrow bridge with narrow pavements; and calls on the council to review this decision.

That this House condemns the decision by the Liberal/Independent administration of Aberdeenshire Council to withdraw free school transport for many secondary school children previously entitled; notes that this will lead to an increase in the numbers of children transported to school by car, contrary to the Government's stated aim to...

That this House notes the recent Gallup opinion poll commissioned by the Nuclear Free Local Authorities which shows that 87 per cent of the British people want the Government to help negotiate a global treaty to prohibit and eliminate nuclear weapons; strongly endorses the unanimous opinion of the International Court of Justice that there exists an obligation to pursue in good faith, and bring to a conclusion, negotiations leading to nuclear disarmament in all its aspects under strict and effective international control; and calls upon Her Majesty's Government to respond to public opinion and the United Kingdom's international legal obligations by promoting further confidence building measures between nations such as a policy of no first use of nuclear weapons and by placing its full political and diplomatic weight behind the global campaign to rid the world of nuclear weapons at every available opportunity and in every appropriate forum.

That this House notes the recent Gallup opinion poll commissioned by the Nuclear Free Local Authorities which shows that 87 per cent of the British people want the Government to help negotiate a global treaty to prohibit and eliminate nuclear weapons; strongly endorses the unanimous opinion of the International Court...

That this House congratulates the Educational Institute of Scotland on its 150th anniversary, on its record of advancing sound learning and promoting the interests and welfare of the teaching profession and on its distinguished history and continued progress as one of the oldest teachers' organisations and trade unions in the world.

That this House congratulates the Educational Institute of Scotland on its 150th anniversary, on its record of advancing sound learning and promoting the interests and welfare of the teaching profession and on its distinguished history and continued progress as one of the oldest teachers' organisations and trade unions in the...