This House is concerned at the increasing number of dog attacks and is alarmed that 13 people have been killed as a result of a dog attack since the start of 2022 and more have been seriously injured; notes that the cost to the NHS of dog bites has been calculated at £777 million per year; recognises that an approach based on breed specific legislation has failed and that the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 is woefully ineffective; looks forward to the publication of recommendations by the Government’s Responsible Dog Ownership working group and calls for this to take place before the summer recess; and further calls on the Government to introduce new legislation covering all aspects of the control of dangerous dogs that protects the public, promotes responsible dog ownership and improves animal welfare.

This House is concerned at the increasing number of dog attacks and is alarmed that 13 people have been killed as a result of a dog attack since the start of 2022 and more have been seriously injured; notes that the cost to the NHS of dog bites has been...

That this House notes that 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the UK and Vietnam; believes that over those years Vietnam and the UK have built a strong partnership; warmly thanks the current Vietnamese and UK Ambassadors, their staff and their predecessors for the work they have done in developing that partnership; appreciates the role played by the Vietnam-UK Network, the British Council and Chevening Scholarships in helping to develop business, cultural and educational ties between our two countries; welcomes co-operation across a range of issues, such as international security and tackling climate change; and looks forward to a continued and deepening relationship between our two countries for many years to come.

That this House notes that 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the UK and Vietnam; believes that over those years Vietnam and the UK have built a strong partnership; warmly thanks the current Vietnamese and UK Ambassadors, their staff and their predecessors for the...

That this House notes that 14 October 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the Senghenydd Mining Disaster, the worst mining disaster in British history; pays tribute to the 439 men and boys who lost their lives in the explosion at the mine and the rescue worker who was subsequently killed; further notes that the 1913 disaster could have been avoided if the legislation passed following an explosion at the Senghenydd Colliery in 1901 had been implemented properly by the owners of the mine; and commends the work of the Aber Valley Heritage Group in organising a national memorial to those who died at Senghenydd and in other mining disasters in Britain.

That this House notes that 14 October 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the Senghenydd Mining Disaster, the worst mining disaster in British history; pays tribute to the 439 men and boys who lost their lives in the explosion at the mine and the rescue worker who was subsequently killed;...

That this House recognises the vital role Sianel Pedwar Cymru (S4C) has played in promoting and strengthening the Welsh language; acknowledges that the Welsh language is a vital part of Welsh identity and culture; welcomes the recent growth in creative media industries in Wales; expresses concern that if there were a significant reduction to the budget of S4C there would be irreparable harm caused to S4C and the Welsh language; and urges the Government to recognise the value of S4C and to ensure that adequate levels of funding are maintained.

That this House recognises the vital role Sianel Pedwar Cymru (S4C) has played in promoting and strengthening the Welsh language; acknowledges that the Welsh language is a vital part of Welsh identity and culture; welcomes the recent growth in creative media industries in Wales; expresses concern that if there were...

That this House recognises the contribution of British micro-breweries to the British brewing industry;congratulates the Celt Experience Brewery of Caerphilly, South Wales, on having its Summer Ale selected to accompany the main course at the All Party Parliamentary Group BeerGroup AwardsDinner 2010; further recognises that the ale is a truly superior brew with its light, summery, juicy, tangy, Frank Cooper's Oxfordmarmalade flavours; believes that its slightly sour nuances are a great match with garlic, apple and mash; and expresses the hope that this micro-brewery in the heart of South Wales will go from strength to strength and be a pioneer for similar breweries in other parts of the country.

That this House recognises the contribution of British micro-breweries to the British brewing industry;congratulates the Celt Experience Brewery of Caerphilly, South Wales, on having its Summer Ale selected to accompany the main course at the All Party Parliamentary Group BeerGroup AwardsDinner 2010; further recognises that the ale is a truly...

That this House congratulates the National Youth Orchestra of Wales on achieving its 60th anniversary; believes that during its 60 years the Orchestra has made a huge contribution to the musical vitality of Wales; welcomes the fact that the Orchestra continues to provide social and musical opportunities for the young people of Wales; and looks forward to the Orchestra, through its highly regarded musical performances, continuing to reflect the cultural strength and diversity of Wales in the 21st century.

That this House congratulates the National Youth Orchestra of Wales on achieving its 60th anniversary; believes that during its 60 years the Orchestra has made a huge contribution to the musical vitality of Wales; welcomes the fact that the Orchestra continues to provide social and musical opportunities for the young...

That this House welcomes the first National Healthy Living Week for Wales between 15th and 21st May; supports its vision of promoting exercise and better diet through enjoyable activities; notes that the theme for this year's United Nations International Families' Day on 15th May is Changing Families: Challenges and Opportunities; and hopes that families in Wales will take up the challenge to support each other during Healthy Living Week and beyond in improving their diets and taking more exercise together.

That this House welcomes the first National Healthy Living Week for Wales between 15th and 21st May; supports its vision of promoting exercise and better diet through enjoyable activities; notes that the theme for this year's United Nations International Families' Day on 15th May is Changing Families: Challenges and Opportunities;...

That this House notes that 11th May 2006 marks the 5th anniversary of Glas Cymru's purchase of Dwr Cymru Welsh Water; recognises that the company is unique amongst utility companies in having no shareholders and re-invests any financial surpluses for the benefit of its customers; congratulates Glas Cymru for its recent ??19 dividend to customers this year, costing ??23 million in total; further notes that this year Dwr Cymru Welsh Water topped the industry league table for service and attracted substantial interest from around the world; congratulates Glas Cymru on five successful years; and believes that Glas Cymru is a company of which Wales and the whole of the UK utilities industry can be justly proud.

That this House notes that 11th May 2006 marks the 5th anniversary of Glas Cymru's purchase of Dwr Cymru Welsh Water; recognises that the company is unique amongst utility companies in having no shareholders and re-invests any financial surpluses for the benefit of its customers; congratulates Glas Cymru for its...

That this House welcomes the fact that seven out of the 12 members of the European Ryder Cup team are from the United Kingdom; notes that European teams have retained the Cup six times out of the 10 competitions since 1983; and wishes the entire European team the best of luck this weekend.

That this House welcomes the fact that seven out of the 12 members of the European Ryder Cup team are from the United Kingdom; notes that European teams have retained the Cup six times out of the 10 competitions since 1983; and wishes the entire European team the best of...

That this House expresses its concern about the operation of Walters (UK) in removing contaminated waste from the Castlegate development (Penrhos) in Caerphilly; believes that the people of Caerphilly are having to endure unacceptable noxious odours because of the failure of the company to prevent atmospheric pollution; points out that the company has belatedly brought in additional equipment, owing to public concern, and that this equipment should have been onsite from the first day of the operation; calls upon Walters (UK) publicly to apologise to the people of Caerphilly for the noxious odours which their operation has released; and suggests that all honourable Members should examine carefully whether this company should carry out future work in their constituencies.

That this House expresses its concern about the operation of Walters (UK) in removing contaminated waste from the Castlegate development (Penrhos) in Caerphilly; believes that the people of Caerphilly are having to endure unacceptable noxious odours because of the failure of the company to prevent atmospheric pollution; points out that...

That this House congratulates James Fox from Bargoed in South Wales in securing the public vote to represent the United Kingdom in this year's Eurovision Song Contest; praises him on the release of the entry, 'Hold Onto Our Love', as his first single; acknowledges that James will be a brilliant ambassador for Wales and the rest of the United Kingdom in the contest; and wishes him the best of luck on 15th May in Istanbul.

That this House congratulates James Fox from Bargoed in South Wales in securing the public vote to represent the United Kingdom in this year's Eurovision Song Contest; praises him on the release of the entry, 'Hold Onto Our Love', as his first single; acknowledges that James will be a brilliant...

That this House welcomes the State visit to Britain by the President of the Republic of Poland, Mr Kwasniewski; believes that the accession of Poland to the European Union reaffirms Poland's historic affinity with the rest of Europe; and is certain that the common ties between Poland and Britain will be reinforced in the years ahead to the mutual benefit of both our nations.

That this House welcomes the State visit to Britain by the President of the Republic of Poland, Mr Kwasniewski; believes that the accession of Poland to the European Union reaffirms Poland's historic affinity with the rest of Europe; and is certain that the common ties between Poland and Britain will...

That this House notes that over 70 per cent. of the 44 action points for improving health and safety at work contained in the Health and Safety Commission strategy, Revitalising Health and Safety, published in June 2000, have now been achieved; welcomes the fact that the number of workers fatally injured fell by 10 per cent. in 2002-03, to 226, and that the fatal and major injury rate is broadly steady; believes that the United Kingdom has the best health and safety record in Europe; further welcomes the role that has been played by the Health and Safety Executive and Government, trade unions and employers in achieving this record; further believes, however, that fatal or major injuries remain a serious concern; and therefore supports the new Health and Safety Commission strategy to 2010 and beyond, published in February, which aims to make this a cornerstone of a civilised society and lead the world in workplace health and safety.

That this House notes that over 70 per cent. of the 44 action points for improving health and safety at work contained in the Health and Safety Commission strategy, Revitalising Health and Safety, published in June 2000, have now been achieved; welcomes the fact that the number of workers fatally...

That this House welcomes the celebrations which will take place to mark the centenary of the entente cordiale between the United Kingdom and France on 8th April; recognises the huge political, economic and cultural benefits of the relationship between the United Kingdom and France over the past 100 years; hopes that the celebrations will go beyond official events and high-profile visits; particularly welcomes the fact that there will be events in both countries to raise money for the fight against cancer; and urges all honourble Members to support and participate in national and local celebrations to mark this centenary.

That this House welcomes the celebrations which will take place to mark the centenary of the entente cordiale between the United Kingdom and France on 8th April; recognises the huge political, economic and cultural benefits of the relationship between the United Kingdom and France over the past 100 years; hopes...

That this House welcomes the Citizens Advice report, Geography of Advice - An Overview of the Challenges Facing the Community Legal Service; acknowledges that there are serious shortcomings in the civil legal aid system which result in a disproportionate lack of access to legal services for citizens on low incomes; recognises that vulnerable people living in legal advice deserts deserve greater access to justice; agrees that access to civil legal aid services is integral to building a fair and just society; recognises that there is great potential in the Community Legal Service to address this problem but that too often services are tarnished by unnecessary bureaucracy and constraints on their funding; and calls upon the Department for Constitutional Affairs urgently to act to improve and invest in the Community Legal Service to create a more equitable system of legal aid.

That this House welcomes the Citizens Advice report, Geography of Advice - An Overview of the Challenges Facing the Community Legal Service; acknowledges that there are serious shortcomings in the civil legal aid system which result in a disproportionate lack of access to legal services for citizens on low incomes;...

That this House, in recognising the huge contribution which the late John Charles made to football in his native Wales and internationally, and in acknowledging his wider ambassadorial role both for Wales and the principles of sportsmanship, urges that support be given to the campaign by the Wales on Sunday for John Charles to be awarded a posthumous knighthood.

That this House, in recognising the huge contribution which the late John Charles made to football in his native Wales and internationally, and in acknowledging his wider ambassadorial role both for Wales and the principles of sportsmanship, urges that support be given to the campaign by the Wales on Sunday...

That this House urges all parties to reach an agreement as quickly as possible on the payment of compensation to mineworkers who worked in surface occupations at coal mines and suffer from chronic obstruction pulmonary disease as a consequence; and believes that there is clear medical evidence which demonstrates that certain surface occupations, such as working on the screens, led to exposure to injurious respirable dust.

That this House urges all parties to reach an agreement as quickly as possible on the payment of compensation to mineworkers who worked in surface occupations at coal mines and suffer from chronic obstruction pulmonary disease as a consequence; and believes that there is clear medical evidence which demonstrates that...

That this House expresses its concerns about the continuing problems within the Child Support Agency; notes that in his evidence to the Work and Pensions Select Committee on 2nd July, the Chief Executive of the Child Support Agency acknowledged that there were difficulties with the Agency's computers; recognises that these problems mean that payments to clients in some cases are delayed for many months; and urges the Government to continue its efforts to improve the quality of the Child Support Agency's service so that no child is made to suffer because of a lack of financial support caused by delays.

That this House expresses its concerns about the continuing problems within the Child Support Agency; notes that in his evidence to the Work and Pensions Select Committee on 2nd July, the Chief Executive of the Child Support Agency acknowledged that there were difficulties with the Agency's computers; recognises that these...

That this House welcomes the result of the Swedish Euro Referendum; notes that in a Demoskop poll published in November 2002, when the referendum was called, the Yes side were leading by 45 per cent. to 39 per cent.; further notes that after a campaign in which virtually the entire political and business establishment urged a Yes vote and Yes outspent No by a margin of 9 to 1, the Swedish people voted No by 56 per cent. to 42 cent.; recognises that there will be no euro referendum in Britain before the next general election; and therefore believes that neither space in the Queen's Speech nor time in Parliament's next session should be wasted on any euro referendum bill when there are so many other, better things to be done.

That this House welcomes the result of the Swedish Euro Referendum; notes that in a Demoskop poll published in November 2002, when the referendum was called, the Yes side were leading by 45 per cent. to 39 per cent.; further notes that after a campaign in which virtually the entire...

That this House congratulates the Workers' Educational Association on reaching its centenary; acknowledges that the WEA has made a hugh contribution to adult education in the United Kingdom; and believes that it is vital that the WEA continues and expands its work so that people from all backgrounds can enhance their employment opportunities and also live fuller lives.

That this House congratulates the Workers' Educational Association on reaching its centenary; acknowledges that the WEA has made a hugh contribution to adult education in the United Kingdom; and believes that it is vital that the WEA continues and expands its work so that people from all backgrounds can enhance...