Parliamentary Prayers

Early day motion 779, tabled 10 February 2025 by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour). Signed by 18 members.

That this House recognises that religious worship should not play any part in the formal business of the House of Commons; believes that Parliamentary meetings should be conducted in a manner that is equally welcoming to all attendees, irrespective of their personal beliefs; further believes that Parliamentary prayers are not compatible with a society that respects the principles of freedom of and from religion; urges that prayers should not form part of the official business of Parliament; and calls on the Modernisation Committee to consider alternative arrangements.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 10, Labour 4, Green 3, Scottish National Party 1.