That this House expresses deep concern over the intensification of Chinese state repression against Tibetans; recognises that on 2 July 2026, Tibetan activist Lobsang Palden, widely known as Lobga Rangzen, set himself on fire outside of the United Nations Headquarters in New York, a day after China’s new so-called Ethnic Unity and Progress Law entered into force; notes that this was in protest of China’s continued occupation and repression of Tibetan identity, religion and political expression; condemns the Ethnic Unity and Progress Law in which Article 63 provides a basis for the Chinese authorities to target individuals and organisations overseas alleged to have undermined ethnic unity; further notes that this pattern of intimidation is spreading to UK soil as uniformed Chinese security personnel stood behind glass doors of the Chinese embassy shouting and pointing live stun batons toward Tibetan protesters; acknowledges this weapon is illegal in the UK and that Chinese embassy personnel acted as if they were in China, not the United Kingdom; and urges the UK Government to take every appropriate measure to prevent these instances of transnational repression that pose a direct threat to the safety, rights and freedoms of Tibetan, Uyghur, Hong Konger, and all other diaspora communities living in the United Kingdom.

That this House expresses deep concern over the intensification of Chinese state repression against Tibetans; recognises that on 2 July 2026, Tibetan activist Lobsang Palden, widely known as Lobga Rangzen, set himself on fire outside of the United Nations Headquarters in New York, a day after China’s new so-called Ethnic...

That this House congratulates Mucky Nutz Ltd, based in Bude, North Cornwall on being awarded The King’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation Category; notes that it is the only business in Cornwall to achieve an award in 2026; recognises the development of the dual-mode adjustable rear mudguard providing versatile protection for full-suspension and hardtail mountain bikes which led to the award; and wishes the company continued success in their chosen field.

That this House congratulates Mucky Nutz Ltd, based in Bude, North Cornwall on being awarded The King’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation Category; notes that it is the only business in Cornwall to achieve an award in 2026; recognises the development of the dual-mode adjustable rear mudguard providing versatile...

That this House is deeply concerned by the actions of Bellway Homes Limited, including the current Bellway appointed directors of Bluenote Apartments Management Company Limited, Francis Dickinson, Paul Hayes and Colin Marshall in connection with homes the company built at Bluenote Apartments, Hayes, Middlesex; notes the failure to remedy developer defects, failure to provide annual accounts on time to residents or any justification for how residents money is being spent, charging unjustified service charge demands, refusing to provide underlying receipts and invoices for expenditure in breach of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, allowing residents’ money, including reserve funds, to be unaccounted for, placing undue pressure on residents to take over the management of the building and exposing them to personal liability, knowingly charging residents for fixing defects that the developer is responsible for, facilitating and being indifferent to the negligence of the property managers put in place by the Bellway appointed directors, failing to transfer the freehold to the residents’ management company as contractually required, contrary to the sales contract appointing additional directors to the management company, and failing to act in the best interests of residents; and urges the Government to bring forward a strengthened Leasehold Reform Bill to put an end to this malpractice.

That this House is deeply concerned by the actions of Bellway Homes Limited, including the current Bellway appointed directors of Bluenote Apartments Management Company Limited, Francis Dickinson, Paul Hayes and Colin Marshall in connection with homes the company built at Bluenote Apartments, Hayes, Middlesex; notes the failure to remedy developer...

That this House welcomes the opening of the Design and Disability exhibition at the V&A Dundee highlighting the contributions of disabled people and their achievements in design, art, architecture, fashion and photography; notes that the exhibition features Scottish design stories and the contributions made by disabled designers, scientists and entrepreneurs who are being represented by 170 objects separated into three sections throughout the museum, visibility, creativity and living; highlights how the creativity, experience and expertise of disabled-led design have made invaluable contributions to the designed world and contributed to the improved daily lives of people throughout the world; recognises the work of designers such as the University of Dundee-led Hands of X project that explores the design of prosthetic hands, Jamie O’Donnell who has sought to create airline seating that reduces anxiety for neurodivergent people, and Kirsty Stevens who uses MRI scans of her brain to create images and patterns following her multiple sclerosis diagnosis; celebrates the roles of Natalie Kane for curating the exhibition for V&A South Kensington and May Rosenthal Sloan and Lily Barnes for curating this at the V&A Dundee; and wishes all involved the best for the future.

That this House welcomes the opening of the Design and Disability exhibition at the V&A Dundee highlighting the contributions of disabled people and their achievements in design, art, architecture, fashion and photography; notes that the exhibition features Scottish design stories and the contributions made by disabled designers, scientists and entrepreneurs...

That this House condemns the killing of Mohamed Fawaz al-Wahidi, Director of Public Relations for the Egyptian Relief Committee in Gaza, who was killed alongside three other civilians, including two children, in an Israeli drone strike on a civilian vehicle in Gaza City; notes that the Egyptian Relief Committee provides essential humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in Gaza, including food aid, shelter for displaced families and rubble clearance operations; further notes reports that humanitarian workers and civilian relief operations continue to come under attack despite the October 2025 ceasefire; expresses grave concern at the continued loss of civilian life in Gaza, including humanitarian personnel and children, and at the impact these attacks have on the delivery of life-saving assistance; reaffirms that humanitarian workers and civilians are protected under international humanitarian law and that attacks against them must be independently investigated; believes that those responsible for violations of international law must be held accountable; and calls on the Government to condemn this attack, press for an immediate, independent investigation, support measures to protect humanitarian personnel and civilians, and work with international partners to secure a permanent ceasefire, unrestricted humanitarian access and full compliance with international law.

That this House condemns the killing of Mohamed Fawaz al-Wahidi, Director of Public Relations for the Egyptian Relief Committee in Gaza, who was killed alongside three other civilians, including two children, in an Israeli drone strike on a civilian vehicle in Gaza City; notes that the Egyptian Relief Committee provides...

That this House congratulates the Queensferry Museum on the opening of its new exhibition exploring the important role that South Queensferry played during the Second World War; recognises the profound impact of the war on individuals, families and communities, from the outbreak of hostilities and the defence of the Forth, through the hardships of life on the home front to eventual victory and homecoming; further recognises that the exhibition traces the impact of the war on the close-knit community of South Queensferry and highlights the town’s important contribution to the war effort; and thanks the Queensferry History Group for curating the exhibition and bringing together personal stories, photographs and artefacts that showcase the experiences of those from South Queensferry who served their country.

That this House congratulates the Queensferry Museum on the opening of its new exhibition exploring the important role that South Queensferry played during the Second World War; recognises the profound impact of the war on individuals, families and communities, from the outbreak of hostilities and the defence of the Forth,...

That this House notes with concern that demand for the 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive had allocated 75% of the window 1 budget within weeks of the scheme opening; pays tribute to farmers across the country, particularly smaller and hill farms, for producing food, caring for the countryside and tackling climate change, during a cost of doing farming crisis; further notes that for many of them SFI is now their only direct financial support; expresses concern that England remains an outlier among European nations in providing no direct payments to farmers, making properly funded and accessible environmental schemes essential to their survival; recognises that farmers need confidence that schemes will remain open and funded during their advertised duration; also notes that the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs pledged there would be no more sudden and unexpected closures of farming schemes following the abrupt suspension of SFI in 2024; believes that SFI26 must remain open and accessible to all farmers who need it; regrets that farmers are being forced into a race against the clock to apply before funds run out; and calls on the Government to guarantee sufficient, long-term funding for all eligible SFI26 applicants regardless of landscape or designation, by committing to an additional £1 billion a year for environmental land management schemes, so that farmers have the certainty they need to invest in nature-friendly farming, food security and climate resilience.

That this House notes with concern that demand for the 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive had allocated 75% of the window 1 budget within weeks of the scheme opening; pays tribute to farmers across the country, particularly smaller and hill farms, for producing food, caring for the countryside and tackling climate...

That this House notes with concern the wildfires that broke out near Ilminster in Somerset recently, one of several simultaneous incidents that placed significant strain on fire crews from multiple counties amid warnings of exceptional wildfire risk; further notes that Somerset has this year experienced both devastating flash flooding and dangerous heat leading to wildfires, underlining the county's exposure to the extremes of a changing climate; recognises that farmers and landowners in Somerset are on the front line of this challenge and that wildfires can spread quickly in built-up areas as well as the countryside; further recognises that fire ponds serve a critical dual purpose, providing a store of water for irrigation and livestock through dry spells and a reliable water source for fire crews in rural areas where mains hydrants cannot reach; believes that wildfire resilience should be treated as part of the same interconnected challenge as drought and flood adaptation, rather than a separate issue, within the Farming Roadmap 2050; calls on the Government to make fire pond creation and restoration an explicit, eligible, funded action within the Sustainable Farming Incentive, with clear capital grant support for Somerset's landowners; further calls on the Government to work with the National Fire Chiefs Council to map the areas of Somerset most at risk of wildfire and least served by water access; and urges the Government to set out how fire pond provision will be monitored and reported on as part of wider climate adaptation delivery.

That this House notes with concern the wildfires that broke out near Ilminster in Somerset recently, one of several simultaneous incidents that placed significant strain on fire crews from multiple counties amid warnings of exceptional wildfire risk; further notes that Somerset has this year experienced both devastating flash flooding and...

That this House expresses concern that many homeowners on privately managed housing estates face estate management charges with limited transparency, accountability and consumer protection; notes concerns over inadequate consultation, poor estate management and the limited rights available to freehold homeowners to challenge charges or management arrangements with companies such as Blue Property Management; welcomes the Government’s commitment to leasehold and commonhold reform; and calls on the Government to ensure forthcoming legislation provides stronger protections for homeowners, including greater transparency, effective oversight of private estate management companies and fairer rights to challenge unreasonable estate management charges.

That this House expresses concern that many homeowners on privately managed housing estates face estate management charges with limited transparency, accountability and consumer protection; notes concerns over inadequate consultation, poor estate management and the limited rights available to freehold homeowners to challenge charges or management arrangements with companies such as...

That this House notes with deep concern reports that pupils with Functional Neurological Disorder and similar complex health conditions are missing out on large parts of their education because they are not receiving consistent, suitable and accessible educational provision; recognises that children who are able and eager to learn may nevertheless be unable to attend school regularly in person because of disabling symptoms; is concerned that, where appropriate provision is not put in place, pupils can be effectively informally excluded from education without the safeguards that accompany formal exclusion; further recognises the distress caused to families when suitable provision is not made and parents are left to fill the gap in their child’s education; also recognises the urgent need to improve inclusion for children whose health needs prevent them from attending school in person; calls on the Government to ensure that schools and local authorities meet their duties to provide suitable education for children unable to attend school because of health needs; further calls for clearer guidance, better training and stronger accountability so that pupils with Functional Neurological Disorder and similar conditions receive reasonable adjustments, remote or alternative provision where needed, and proper SEND support; and urges Ministers to ensure that no child is left without meaningful access to education because their medical condition is poorly understood.

That this House notes with deep concern reports that pupils with Functional Neurological Disorder and similar complex health conditions are missing out on large parts of their education because they are not receiving consistent, suitable and accessible educational provision; recognises that children who are able and eager to learn may...

That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award; recognises the scheme's outstanding contribution to the personal development of millions of young people in Newcastle-under-Lyme, across the UK and around the world; commends the vision of His late Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in establishing an award that continues to build confidence, resilience and life skills in young people regardless of their background; acknowledges the work of His Royal Highness, Prince Edward, patron of the Duke of Edinburgh Award, who has continued and strengthened the legacy of his father; further recognises all those who live, learn and work in Newcastle-under-Lyme who have taken part in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award; thanks the countless volunteers, leaders and organisations who allow young people to take part across schools, youth groups and communities; and wishes the Duke of Edinburgh's Award continued success in inspiring and empowering future generations in Newcastle-under-Lyme and across the world.

That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award; recognises the scheme's outstanding contribution to the personal development of millions of young people in Newcastle-under-Lyme, across the UK and around the world; commends the vision of His late Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in...

That this House notes the very strong feeling about local government reorganisation among many local people in Newcastle-under-Lyme; further notes that both the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council have set out clearly their support for a Newcastle-under-Lyme only unitary model; acknowledges the bonds of civic pride and history that people hold close; recognises that the current two tier system fails to deliver the services that local people deserve and leaves much power over the lives of the people who live, learn and work in Newcastle-under-Lyme in the hands of a small group of councillors at County Hall in Stafford; and calls upon His Majesty's Government to listen to the views of people in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

That this House notes the very strong feeling about local government reorganisation among many local people in Newcastle-under-Lyme; further notes that both the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme and Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council have set out clearly their support for a Newcastle-under-Lyme only unitary model; acknowledges the bonds of civic pride and...

That this House celebrates 10 years since the City of Edinburgh Council began implementing its 20mph speed limit scheme under the Leadership of Councillor Lesley Hinds; notes that the programme, initiated in 2016, was one of the first city‑wide speed‑reduction initiatives in the UK and has since become a model for other local authorities; recognises the scheme’s contribution to improved road safety, including reductions in serious injuries and lives lost, and its role in creating more liveable streets for pedestrians, cyclists and families; further notes that peer reviewed research published in 2022 and 2024 revealed that fatalities and serious injuries fell significantly following the implementation of the scheme; acknowledges the positive impact on public health, active travel, and community wellbeing; commends the council staff, campaigners, and local residents whose sustained efforts helped deliver and embed the scheme; and encourages continued support for measures that make urban environments safer, healthier, and more accessible for all.

That this House celebrates 10 years since the City of Edinburgh Council began implementing its 20mph speed limit scheme under the Leadership of Councillor Lesley Hinds; notes that the programme, initiated in 2016, was one of the first city‑wide speed‑reduction initiatives in the UK and has since become a model...

That this House notes the immense pride, joy and sense of unity that would be generated across the UK should the England football team win the FIFA World Cup; recognises the contribution of players, coaches, staff and supporters in bringing communities together through a shared national celebration; further notes the historic significance of such an achievement; and calls on the Government to consider declaring a national bank holiday following an England World Cup victory, allowing people across the country the opportunity to celebrate this exceptional sporting achievement together.

That this House notes the immense pride, joy and sense of unity that would be generated across the UK should the England football team win the FIFA World Cup; recognises the contribution of players, coaches, staff and supporters in bringing communities together through a shared national celebration; further notes the...

That this House commends Sam Martin, a professional jazz musician and tower leader based in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme, for establishing a youth bell ringing group; acknowledges the importance of bell ringing as a centuries-old British tradition rooted in church towers across the ancient county of Staffordshire and across the nation; notes that Ms Martin identified a lack of regular youth bell ringing provision in communities across the country; recognises the value of Ms Martin's work in creating an inclusive and welcoming space for young people, including those with special educational needs, many of whom have found the sessions a source of calm and belonging; further notes that Ms Martin's group are competing in national competitions in all parts of the country; expresses concern that, without intervention of this kind, the ageing profile of bell ringers risks the nation losing the skills and knowledge built up over generations; and pays tribute to Ms Martin for supporting young people in Newcastle-under-Lyme and North Staffordshire who need it most, engaging in intergenerational dialogue and participation, and giving a new youthful spirit to this age old British tradition.

That this House commends Sam Martin, a professional jazz musician and tower leader based in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme, for establishing a youth bell ringing group; acknowledges the importance of bell ringing as a centuries-old British tradition rooted in church towers across the ancient county of Staffordshire and across the nation; notes...

That this House welcomes the proposal by ScotsRock to establish Scotland's first dedicated Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame to honour the country's outstanding musical history and support the next generation of talent; celebrates Scotland's extraordinary, world-class contribution to global music and its legendary artists, songwriters, and industry pioneers; notes the esteemed backing of major cultural figures for this initiative, including Midge Ure, Lulu, Jim Kerr, Travis, and Del Amitri; recognises that housing this national landmark within the former Centre for Contemporary Arts building on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, offers an opportunity to preserve an historic creative hub and revitalize the city's cultural scene; and urges the UK and Scottish Governments to work collaboratively to support this project and ensure Scotland's rich musical story is given a permanent and celebrated home.

That this House welcomes the proposal by ScotsRock to establish Scotland's first dedicated Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame to honour the country's outstanding musical history and support the next generation of talent; celebrates Scotland's extraordinary, world-class contribution to global music and its legendary artists, songwriters, and industry pioneers; notes...

That this House celebrates the successful Madeley Carnival 2026, held in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme on 11 July 2026; congratulates the organisers, volunteers, committee members at the Madeley Centre and members of Madeley Parish Council for their tireless work in planning and delivering a safe, successful and enjoyable event; recognises that the Madeley Carnival is a much-loved fixture in the annual calendar for people in Madeley, bringing together residents of all ages and backgrounds; notes the important role that events of this kind play in bringing people together, supporting local charities and businesses, and showcasing the talent and traditions of this part of Newcastle-under-Lyme; thanks all those who took part, including performers, stallholders, sponsors and members of the public who attended; and wishes the Madeley Carnival and all those involved continued success for many years to come.

That this House celebrates the successful Madeley Carnival 2026, held in Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme on 11 July 2026; congratulates the organisers, volunteers, committee members at the Madeley Centre and members of Madeley Parish Council for their tireless work in planning and delivering a safe, successful and enjoyable event; recognises that the...

That this House congratulates Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing of Cupar, North East Fife, on securing four nominations in the prestigious 2026 Salon Awards; notes that the salon has been shortlisted in the categories of Best Salon, Best Colour Salon, Creative Image of the Year, and Stylist of the Year; recognises the Salon Awards as an important industry-led celebration of excellence, creativity and customer experience within the UK hairdressing profession; commends Alex Thaddeus and the entire team for their talent, dedication and entrepreneurial spirit in building a successful and highly regarded business in North East Fife; welcomes the positive recognition these nominations bring to the wider Scottish hair and beauty sector; and wishes Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing every success at the Salon Awards ceremony in London on 16 November 2026.

That this House congratulates Alex Thaddeus Hairdressing of Cupar, North East Fife, on securing four nominations in the prestigious 2026 Salon Awards; notes that the salon has been shortlisted in the categories of Best Salon, Best Colour Salon, Creative Image of the Year, and Stylist of the Year; recognises the...

That this House congratulates the pupils of St Mary's Primary School, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on their outstanding success at their annual Speech Fest, held on 5 June 2026 at Castle House in Newcastle-under-Lyme; commends the children for their confidence, hard work and dedication in preparing for this popular and important annual event; recognises the important role that speech and performance festivals play in building young people's communication skills, self-confidence and love of the spoken word; thanks the teachers, parents, volunteers and carers who supported the pupils at St Mary’s Primary School’s in Newcastle-under-Lyme in their preparation; and wishes the children of St Mary's Primary School continued success.

That this House congratulates the pupils of St Mary's Primary School, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, on their outstanding success at their annual Speech Fest, held on 5 June 2026 at Castle House in Newcastle-under-Lyme; commends the children for their confidence, hard work and dedication in preparing for this popular and important annual...

That this House congratulates pupils at Ysgol Llanfawr in Ynys Môn for reaching the top of a national leaderboard celebrating children who are making strides to walk or wheel to school; notes that WOW, the walk to school challenge from charity Living Streets Cymru, sees pupils record how they get to school using the interactive WOW travel tracker, a comprehensive method of gaining valuable insights into school travel habits; further notes that the tracker helps boost pupils’ engagement in the overall challenge and helps increase active travel rates at schools by awarding those who walk, wheel, cycle, scoot or Park and Stride with a monthly WOW badge; highlights that 95% of journeys recorded by pupils at Ysgol Llanfawr during the month of June were active travel journeys; and commends pupils at the school as well as the 200 primary schools in Wales currently participating in the challenge for showing how small actions lead to big impacts such as easing congestion, improving air quality, and creating cleaner, healthier streets.

That this House congratulates pupils at Ysgol Llanfawr in Ynys Môn for reaching the top of a national leaderboard celebrating children who are making strides to walk or wheel to school; notes that WOW, the walk to school challenge from charity Living Streets Cymru, sees pupils record how they get...