10th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 9th December 2024
UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
26th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd December 2024
Variety Disability Sports Awards
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House celebrates the Variety Disability Sports Awards 2024, which took place on 25 November 2024; congratulates each of the award winners and nominees for their achievements, whether that be as an athlete, coach or innovator; notes the importance of equal access to sport and physical activity for all; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd December 2024
Potential closure of post offices
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House recognises the importance of Post Office branches across the UK; believes that they form a vital part of our local communities and highstreets with millions of people depending on them; recognises the importance of Post Offices as community hubs, providing access to communication, banking and other vital …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Independent: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 2nd December 2024
Assistance and access for disabled people at railway stations
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is gravely concerned by the challenges disabled people face in getting support at railway stations, particularly in rural constituencies such as Yeovil; expresses alarm at the absence of available assistance staff in stations such as Yeovil Penn Mill; notes with concern that only one in four train …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th November 2024
Fuel Poverty Awareness Day
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House notes that Wednesday 27 November marks Fuel Poverty Awareness Day; remarks with grave concern that this winter will leave thousands of people cold and hungry; further notes that homelessness in the UK is at a record high and an estimated six million households are in fuel poverty; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Family visas
Tabled by:
Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House notes with concern the previous Government’s decision to increase the minimum income threshold for family visas to £29,000; acknowledges that this threshold unfairly separates families, particularly impacting low-income households and those in regions with lower average wages; recognises that a number of announcements on changes to the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Emergency care
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes with dismay that emergency departments across England are in a state of crisis after years of neglect and failure by the last Conservative government; commends the hard work of all emergency service workers that despite extremely tough working conditions save thousands of lives every day; notes …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
20th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Bus fare cap hike
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House recognises the impact of the recent 50% rise in the bus fare cap to communities across the country; pays particular attention to its impact on rural communities in the South West; recognises the crucial role that buses play in people’s accessibility to work and leisure; recognises the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
21st November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Carers Rights Day
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House celebrates Carers Rights Day; recognises the hard and vital work unpaid carers do caring for their loved ones; notes that carers across the country support the wellbeing of millions of the most vulnerable in our society and contribute £184bn to the UK economy; further notes that health …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Carers Rights Day 2024
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this house recognises the importance of carers in the UK, in the light of Carers Rights Day; in addition acknowledges the poor working conditions and low pay that carers struggle with; highlights the value of carers to societies across the UK; notes that while the recent budget has added …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Visually impaired cricket team Australia tour
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House extends its best wishes to the England Visually Impaired Cricket Team as they embark on their tour of Australia starting on 12 November 2024; notes that this team exemplifies dedication, resilience, and the power of inclusion in sport, setting an inspiring example for athletes of all abilities; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Spirit duty on Scotch whisky
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the value of the Scotch whisky industry; acknowledges its £7.1 billion a year contribution to the UK economy; highlights the importance of Scotch whisky as a major UK export; further recognises that the far north of Scotland is home to many successful distilleries, such as Glenmorangie …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Social care workers and National Insurance
Tabled by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay)
That this House notes that social care workers should be exempt from the National Insurance tax rise announced in the Autumn Budget 2024; welcomes the extra funding provided for the NHS and other public sector organisations to cover the cost of the tax rise, but notes that the vast majority …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 40
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
OVO Energy monthly fees for paper format bills
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern OVO Energy’s intention to introduce monthly fees for customers that receive their bills in paper format from December; believes that such a fee is counterproductive as families continue to struggle with high energy costs, particularly in the run-up to winter; further notes that such …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th November 2024
Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House recognises the essential role of family-run farms in sustaining rural communities, particularly in areas like West Dorset, and providing high-quality food for the nation; notes that the proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief from April 2026, with only the first £1 million of …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th November 2024
National insurance increase and the social care sector
Tabled by:
Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing challenges faced by the social care sector, including chronic underfunding and workforce shortages; further notes that the recent increase in national insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget is set to place additional financial pressure on this already stretched sector; recognises that …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
4th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Support for community energy initiatives
Tabled by:
Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon)
That this House commends the efforts of community energy enterprises across the UK, particularly recognising the work of the Heart of England Community Energy (HECE), which operates one of the country’s largest community-owned solar farms, located just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, which has been generating clean electricity to power thousands of homes …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th November 2024
FA Cup replays
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that the recent men’s FA Cup first round was the first to be played without the opportunity of a replay for matches that ended in a draw; regrets that, as a result, non-league teams including Weston-super-Mare, Hednesford Town, Guiseley, Southend United and others were thus denied …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
5th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Cuts to the International Development Budget
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
5th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Haggis the pygmy hippo
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates the birth of Haggis, Edinburgh Zoo’s newest pygmy hippo; recognises that pygmy hippos are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species; commends the work that Edinburgh Zoo does to promote biodiversity and protect vulnerable species; hopes that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
5th November 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Release of Emily Damari
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza while Hamas continues to hold hostages including British citizen Emily Damari; urges the Government and Foreign Secretary to take all actions within their power to secure Emily’s release and the release of all remaining hostages; further urges the Government to …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 34
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Rural Crime Action Week 2024
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises Rural Crime Action Week which runs between 21 and 25 October 2024 to highlight the impact of rural crime on communities; is concerned by the NFU's 2024 Rural Crime Report which states that the cost of rural crime increased by 4.3% across the UK in 2023; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Impact of austerity on the Fire and Rescue Service
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the detrimental effects of austerity on the UK’s fire and rescue services, particularly in rural areas like Yeovil, where funding, training, and recruitment have been significantly impacted; acknowledges that since 2010, one in five firefighter jobs has been lost and central government funding …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Avanti West Coast disruptions
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the ongoing disruption of train services operated by Avanti West Coast, particularly the frequent cancellation of services on the mainline north of Preston when there is disruption on the line in Scotland, even when it would be perfectly possible to run services to stations between Preston …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
22nd October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Outdoor education
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the profound benefits of outdoor education for children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being; highlights the value of residential outdoor learning in developing essential life skills; urges the Government to make it a statutory part of the school curriculum; calls for inclusivity, ensuring all children can access …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Hazel Irvine and BAFTA Scotland's Lifetime Achievement Award
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Hazel Irvine on receiving the BAFTA Scotland Lifetime Achievement Award; notes her extensive career in journalism began at Radio Clyde and STV, before moving to the BBC; further notes she became the youngest ever presenter of the BBC’s sports programme, Grandstand in 1993; commends her range …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
29th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
360 years of the Royal Marines in the South West
Tabled by:
Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon)
That this House congratulates the Corps of Royal Marines on their 360th anniversary; recognises their contribution to the rich maritime heritage of the entire South West region, including at RM Chivenor, RM Stonehouse, RM Norton Manor, and CTCRM Lympstone among others; acknowledges the essential role that the Royal Marines have …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
30th anniversary of the Phoenix Cup
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Phoenix Cup, and that it is being hosted in the Home of Golf, St Andrews; recognises the fact that this is the world’s first fully inclusive international team event for disabled golfers; welcomes the over 30 male and female golfers from …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Frozen pensions for UK citizens overseas
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the so-called frozen pensions policy; further notes this sees British overseas state pensioners living in certain countries denied access to index-linked uprating of the UK state pension; believes the level of the UK state pension paid should not be dependent on the pensioner’s country of residence …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024
Peace in Israel and Gaza
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd July 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024
UK arms exports to Israel
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with deep concern possible breaches of International Humanitarian Law by Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; expresses its concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit breaches of International Humanitarian Law; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024
West Berkshire Volunteer Centre
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House recognises the efforts of the West Berkshire Volunteer Centre, which has provided advice and information on volunteering to 403 individuals; acknowledges their ongoing community car scheme, which completed nearly 1,500 journeys last year, helping elderly residents attend appointments across the county; further recognises their Shopmobility service, which …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Private security and community policing
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House recognises the decimation of community police forces across the UK; highlights that since 2020 the private security industry has grown by 73,000 people; further highlights security guards are not a substitute for an effective police force; urges the Government to assess the damage shoplifting and spending on …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Infant head measurements
Tabled by:
Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire)
That this House believes in the urgent need for regularly measuring each infant's head circumference to effectively identify early signs of hydrocephalus, also known as water on the brain; notes that hydrocephalus is the most common reason for brain surgery in children, with an estimated 1 in 770 babies diagnosed …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
World Food Day
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House marks World Food Day, a UN designated-day celebrated on 16 October every year; notes the approximately 733 million people facing hunger in the world; further notes that everyone should have the right to adequate food; acknowledges the role of farmers and rural communities in producing food to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024
25th anniversary of Rainbow 88
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House congratulates Rainbow 88 on its 25th anniversary and for being a stalwart of the Cheadle Hulme community in that time; celebrates that in its 25 years the team at Rainbow 88, led by Linda Lam, has fundraised over £400,000 for local charities; and wishes Rainbow 88 a …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024
75th anniversary of Withiel Women's Institute
Tabled by:
Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat - North Cornwall)
That this House congratulates the Women's Institute in Withiel on their 75th anniversary; recognises the incredible work that this Women's Institute does for the local community; celebrates 75 years of resilience and adaptability in addressing contemporary issues while preserving its core values of inclusivity and community spirit; and further congratulates …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
World Mental Health Day 2024
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House marks World Mental Health Day, which takes place each year on 10 October, and which raises awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that the theme for 2024 is workplace mental health; expresses concern that, in 2024, Britain is facing increasing waiting …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 6
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024
Old Tom Morris statue in St Andrews
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House celebrates the unveiling of the Old Tom Morris statue on Bow Butts at the Old Course in St Andrews; notes the importance of Morris' influence and legacy on golf, having worked as a greenkeeper, clubmaker, ballmaker, instructor and course designer, including having designed 76 courses across the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
20th anniversary of Parkrun
Tabled by:
Tom Gordon (Liberal Democrat - Harrogate and Knaresborough)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Parkrun, which was founded in 2004 in Bushy Park, London, and now operates in 20 countries with millions of participants worldwide, encouraging physical activity, community spirit, and inclusivity, providing free, weekly, timed 5k events that are accessible to all regardless of age, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
7th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Peace in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House notes its deep alarm at the escalation of violence in the Middle East amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, 100 Israelis still being held hostage and a new humanitarian crisis in Lebanon; urges the Government to work to bring about immediate bilateral ceasefires in Lebanon and …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
7th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Immediate ceasefire in Lebanon
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses its alarm at the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah; supports steps taken at the UN, including by the UK, to secure a statement supporting an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; urges all parties to de-escalate and uphold international law, including the protection of …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
7th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Conflict in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the escalation in the Middle East; recognises the role played by UK and US forces in response to Iran’s condemnable attacks; believes it is right that we have played our part in preventing escalation; expresses gratitude to our military personnel; calls on …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 42
Green Party: 4
9th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2024
Business relief for pubs
Tabled by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh)
That this House recognises the crucial role that pubs play in Eastleigh, as social hubs, cultural landmarks, and significant contributors to the local economy; notes with concern the growing number of nationwide pub closures, with 749 pub businesses entering insolvency in 2023; further notes that the current business rates system …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024
Value of grasslands
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges the value of nature-rich grasslands and the people who manage them, from meadows and pastures, to road verges and community grassland green spaces; and recognises that a strategic approach by Government is needed to make the most of this multifunctional national asset in order to support …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024
Veterans and the Winter Fuel Payment
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House expresses its concern that changes to Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules will adversely impact veterans; notes that these changes have been introduced with little notice as the winter months approach, and have been made without a full impact assessment; further notes with concern that this approach fails …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
9th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
World Homelessness Day 2024
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House marks World Homelessness Day 2024; notes with concern that 3,898 people were found sleeping rough in England in the autumn snapshot 2023; further notes that 11,880 people were served no fault eviction notices in the year ending in March 2024 and one in 200 households were living …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 45
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Hospice funding
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House recognises the importance of hospices in the UK, which care for over 300,000 people each year; is deeply concerned about the current funding crisis facing hospices, due to rising costs over several years; acknowledges that the commissioning of hospice services by integrated care boards is currently not …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
9th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
World Mental Health Day and rural communities
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises World Mental Health Day; is concerned about the mental wellbeing of the nation’s agricultural and rural communities; is worried by the findings of RABI’s Big Farming Survey that revealed 36% of respondents had mental wellbeing scores sufficiently low enough to cause concern; is aware that farmers …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th October 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th October 2024
Bank of Scotland closures
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the impending closure of the Bank of Scotland branch in Golspie in February 2025; further recognises the planned closure of the Bank of Scotland branch in Wick by June 2025; understands that these services are vital to rural communities in the Highlands; highlights the importance of …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd July 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Fire Brigades Union
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House recognises the hard work of the Fire Brigades Union and Jim Malone, a constituent of the hon. Member for Arbroath and Broughty Ferry, who, with the support of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Trades Union Congress and Scottish Government, have been able to facilitate the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Accelerating construction work and lower carbon construction vehicles
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises the benefits of the production of concrete with zero waste, fewer lorry movements and minimal water waste by greener volumetric mobile concrete plants (VCMs); acknowledges that since their invention in 1975 and following regulations in 2918, VCMs have operated safely in the UK at 38.4 tonnes …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
4th September 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Scottish athletes at the Paris Olympic Games
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the outstanding achievements of the 34 Scottish athletes at the Paris Olympic Games; celebrates the 13 medals won by Scottish athletes including gold medallists Scott Brash, Duncan Scott and Sholto Carnegie, silver medallists Jack Carlin, Neah Evans and Josh Kerr and bronze medallists Rowan McKellar, Beth …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
11th September 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024
True Origins Partnership
Tabled by:
Susan Murray (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the work of the True Origins Partnership, formerly the Balmore Trust, based in Mid Dunbartonshire; congratulates John Riches and the Board of Trustees, the staff and volunteers working with Gavin’s Mill and their customers, for their commitment to support Fair Trade all year round and Fair …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Saudi Arabia’s bid to join the UN Human Rights Council
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House expresses profound concern over Saudi Arabia's bid to secure a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council; notes with alarm the extensive record of human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, including but not limited to restrictions on freedom of expression, the use of capital punishment, and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
2nd September 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2024
Overseas constituencies
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that the Elections Act 2022 increased the number of UK citizens living abroad that are eligible to vote in UK elections to approximately 3.5 million; further notes that UK citizens residing abroad are represented by the hon. Member from their last place of residence in the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
17th July 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th July 2024
Cumbria coal mine court appeal
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the Government’s decision to withdraw support for plans for a new coal mine at Whitehaven in Cumbria; recognises that commissioning the coal mine contradicts the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon dioxide emissions; calls for urgent investment to be made in Cumbria for alternative sources of high …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Angus MacDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024
State pension age and 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 67
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1