15th September 2025
Allison Gardner signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th September 2025
Award of honorary posthumous England cap to Frank Soo
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House celebrates the award of an honorary posthumous England Cap for Frank Soo by the Football Association, to his family and the Frank Soo Foundation; recognises that Frank Soo was the first player of Asian descent to play for England, making his debut against Wales in 1942, and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
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: 41
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
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: 25
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1