Early Day Motions

BBC Northern Ireland’s Give My Head Peace and The Blame Game

EDM (Early Day Motion) 974: tabled on 16 October 2026

Tabled in the 2026-27 session.

This motion has been signed by 1 Member. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.

Motion text

That this House regrets the decision by BBC Northern Ireland to cancel the long-running and iconic programmes Give My Head Peace and The Blame Game; recognises their contribution to Northern Ireland’s cultural identity, homegrown comedy and creative industries; notes their enduring popularity with audiences; and calls on BBC Northern Ireland to reconsider its decision and reinstate both programmes.

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Swann, Robin
Ulster Unionist Party
Signed on 15 October 2026
South Antrim
Primary

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