confidence motion

noun2

1. •
   A regular motion that serves as an informal indicator of confidence in the current leader or government.

   • Deputy Chief Whip Craig Whittaker told them it will be a “100% hard” three-line whip, saying: “This is not a motion on fracking. This is a confidence motion in the Government.” — 2022
2. •
   Synonym of vote of no confidence.

   • If Mr Johnson lost a confidence motion, he could abandon no-deal to try to regain MPs’ confidence. Failing that, unless an alternative government is formed, a general election would follow. — 2019