Allison Gardner's 11 Early Day Motions
1st September 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 20th August 2025

Bengrys the Bakers world's largest cream tea party

Tabled by: Allison Gardner (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates Bengrys the Bakers for their work in delivering the world's largest cream tea party in celebration of Stoke-on-Trent’s centenary; notes that Bengrys are a family-run business that have been operating in Stoke-on-Trent for five generations; and celebrates their work within the local community.
2 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st September 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 20th August 2025

Crumbs Bakery

Tabled by: Allison Gardner (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates Crumbs Bakery for opening their new family business in Longton; notes that they won the Longton Exchange's Win a Shop Competition which grants them one year of free rent, and Longton Exchange's impressive improvement over the past year; and congratulates Charlotte Blundred and Matt Roberts for …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM on Monday 21st July 2025

Changing Places Toilets Awareness Day

Tabled by: Daniel Francis (Labour - Bexleyheath and Crayford)
That this House notes Changing Places Toilet Awareness Day 2025 which takes place on 19 July; recognises the importance of Changing Places toilets for disabled people and their families across the United Kingdom; supports their call for a Changing Places toilet in all public venues so that everyone, regardless of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th May 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th May 2025

130th anniversary of R.J. Mitchell

Tabled by: Allison Gardner (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House pays tribute to R.J. Mitchell, lead designer of the Spitfire, on the 130th anniversary of his birth; notes his contribution to victory in the Battle of Britain through his work on the Spitfire; and further notes his connection to North Staffordshire and celebrates his collaboration with Rolls …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd April 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd April 2025

St George’s Day 2025

Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St. George's Day on 23 April 2025; understands the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity across the United Kingdom; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
18th March 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th March 2025

Coalfields Regeneration Trust funding

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) in supporting economic regeneration, employment, and growth in coalfield communities across the UK; notes that the CRT was established in 1999 by the then Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott to address the economic and social challenges resulting …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st January 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025

Lichfield Young Farmers' Club Christmas Tractor Run

Tabled by: Dave Robertson (Labour - Lichfield)
That this House congratulates Lichfield Young Farmers' Club and their committee of Tom Harrison, Thomas Sabin, Jess Smith-Moon, Tabitha Heathcote, Alfie Lee and Matilda Gall for organising the 2024 Christmas Tractor Run, which brought extra seasonal cheer to the city and was well received by the community; recognises that the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th January 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th January 2025

Knighthood for Sir Ian Dudson

Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House congratulates His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Staffordshire, Sir Ian Dudson, on being made a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order for services to the Crown in the December 2024 New Year’s honours list; acknowledges his exemplary service to the county of Staffordshire and all the people who …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024

75th anniversary of Keele University’s foundation

Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House celebrates the 75th anniversary of the foundation of Keele University in Newcastle-under-Lyme; notes that Keele was the first new university of the 20th century and was created to meet the demands of a new kind of society, economy and world; recognises that Keele University has over 12,500 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 26th July 2024

School minibus safety

Tabled by: Sarah Edwards (Labour - Tamworth)
That this House notes that 18 November 2023 was the 30th anniversary of the Hagley M40 minibus disaster, where twelve children and their teacher died; also notes that there is still no legislation to ensure best practice in the use of school minibuses, and a repeat of the tragedy is …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th July 2024
Allison Gardner signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th July 2024

Gareth Southgate resignation as England Manager

Tabled by: Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House notes with sadness the resignation of Gareth Southgate OBE from his role as manager of the England men’s national team on Tuesday 16 July 2024; appreciates Mr Southgate’s commitment, leadership and his steadfast support for grassroots sport; celebrates the brilliant performance of the England squad in the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1