Anna Sabine's 53 Early Day Motions
11th December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 12th December 2024

McLaren Racing Formula 1 Constructors' Championship

Tabled by: Will Forster (Liberal Democrat - Woking)
That this House congratulates McLaren Racing on winning the Formula 1 Constructors' Championship with a thrilling victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix; recognises the outstanding talent of the entire McLaren team; celebrates the world-class automotive manufacturing in Woking, which spurred them to victory; acknowledges the global reputation of British …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 12th December 2024

Role of small family farms in Somerset

Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises the crucial role small family farms in Somerset play in the UK’s agricultural sector, contributing to food production, environmental sustainability and rural employment; commends the environmental and economic benefits of family farms in Somerset, which produce £500 million worth of food annually, employing over 10,000 people; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024

Domestic Abuse Offences

Tabled by: Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House acknowledges the pervasive and deeply harmful impact of domestic abuse on survivors; notes that, while the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 defines domestic abuse, there is no specific criminal offence for domestic abuse in England and Wales; further notes that many domestic abuse cases are prosecuted under broader …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
9th December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024

Review into breast cancer screening

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises the worrying rise in breast cancer cases in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43% of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25-49, yet women wait until they are 50 or older to begin routine screening; urges everyone to work together to …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 9th December 2024

Asda's Cashpot for Schools initiative

Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House recognises the extraordinary efforts of Asda's Cashpot for Schools initiative, which has raised nearly £9,000 for Frome and East Somerset and over £400,000 for the South West; shows its gratitude to staff and workers in Frome Asda for their hard work over the festive period; thanks the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 9th December 2024

Bowel Cancer UK report into NHS services

Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises bowel cancer as the second biggest cancer killer, with over 13,500 people tragically dying from bowel cancer each year in England alone; acknowledges the findings from Bowel Cancer UK’s report entitled Delivering the ambitions of the NHS Long Term Plan: A review of progress of bowel …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd December 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd December 2024

Bath Young Carers

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House congratulates Bath Philharmonia Young Carers' Choir on the release of their single Love is Enough; wishes them luck in the race for this year’s Christmas number one; recognises the talent and hard work of the six current and former young carers who wrote the single; highlights the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th November 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 …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM 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; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

National Insurance contributions rise exemption for childcare providers

Tabled by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House notes that the increase to the rate of employers' National Insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget will lead to higher childcare fees for families, along with probable closures of early years and childcare settings; further notes that early years and childcare provision has faced years of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Emergency response to Storm Bert in the South West

Tabled by: Ian Roome (Liberal Democrat - North Devon)
That this House notes the bravery of the UK's Emergency Services in response to Storm Bert, which included more than four hundred water incidents that have taken place in Devon and Somerset alone over this past weekend; acknowledges that resources for emergency services remain under immense pressure; and believes that …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2024
Anna Sabine 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 …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st November 2024

Bus fare cap

Tabled by: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House notes the £2 bus fare cap helps millions of bus users with the cost of living and encourages higher ridership; further notes the upcoming fare cap hike will significantly increase costs for bus users and make bus travel less accessible, especially in rural areas; regrets the steep …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
20th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 21st 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 …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Green Party: 4
Independent: 1
20th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 20th 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 …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Green Party: 4
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Humanitarian situation in Sudan

Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House notes that some 25 million people are facing acute hunger and urgently need humanitarian assistance in Sudan, that 14 regions are on the brink of famine and famine conditions have already been confirmed in ZamZam Camp in North Darfur and that more than 10 million have been …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024

Children's Grief Awareness Week 2024

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises Children’s Grief Awareness Week, taking place between 18 and 24 November 2024; notes that this year’s theme is building hope, which includes a focus on building resilience in young people and offering strategies and tools to support them with their bereavement; further notes this year’s policy …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024

Triple negative breast cancer

Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises the significant impact of triple negative breast cancer (TNBC), which accounts for around 15% of breast cancer diagnosis but up to 40% of all breast cancer deaths in England; acknowledges that TNBC disproportionately affects people under the age of 40, for whom a diagnosis and treatment …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th November 2024

Implications for rural communities of the Autumn Budget 2024

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the vital contribution that British farmers make to our economy, environment and food security; understands that the farming industry has suffered from the botched trade deals that the former Conservative government negotiated and the poorly managed transition to Environmental Land Management schemes, increases in input costs, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th November 2024

Use of swift bricks

Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the dramatic decline in swift populations across the country; recognises that swift bricks are a sensible, low-cost solution to support the reintroduction of swift nesting sites in areas where they have been lost; further notes that swift bricks can be easily implemented into different …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th November 2024
Anna Sabine 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
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

GWR Sunday timetable

Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes with concern the level of service provided by the GWR rail franchise on Sundays; recognises that Sunday is a popular day for leisure travel, but also for those travelling for work purposes, visiting family and for students; further notes with concern the apparent deterioration of the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM 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
5th November 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
10th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 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 …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 53
Labour: 28
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
29th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024

Israeli Knesset decision to ban UNRWA

Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the Israeli Knesset’s vote to ban UNRWA; notes that this comes at a desperate moment in Gaza with a senior UN humanitarian official warning that the entire population of north Gaza is at risk of dying; further notes that, given the critical …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 41
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
17th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Establishment of the Women’s Caucus in Westminster

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House agrees to establish a Women’s Caucus in the UK Parliament, which is the women Members of Parliament working together to advance issues that disproportionately affect women; notes that there are women’s caucuses in the devolved nations of Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland; further notes that now is …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd 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
2nd September 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2024

Ban trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 29
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 14th 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
10th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
10th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th 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
7th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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 …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 57
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
7th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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 …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 41
Green Party: 4
9th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
9th October 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th 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
7th October 2024
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National Meadows Day

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises that 6 July 2024 is National Meadows Day; acknowledges the vital work of people across the UK who are at the heart of meadow making and managing species-rich grasslands, from farmers and land managers, to local authorities managing wildlife-rich road verges, and local communities looking after …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2024
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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
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2024

Jools' Law petition

Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes the 126,033 signatures on the petition for Jools’ Law, relating to parental rights of access to children's social media accounts; further notes that current legislation lags behind the progress of social media, leading to concern for many parents seeking protection of their children; notes that the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd September 2024
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Period product scheme for schools and colleges (No. 2)

Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House welcomes the period product scheme for schools and colleges; notes that that current scheme was in April of this year extended until July 2025; further notes that a longer duration of support would provide schools and pupils and students who menstruate, or may later start menstruating, who …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
30th July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2024

Voter identification

Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes democracy is best served when eligible voters are encouraged to participate in elections; does not believe there was evidence of widespread voter fraud prior to 2022; notes with concern evidence that the requirement to provide voter identification in order to vote in the 2024 local and …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
2nd September 2024
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The Wiggles and childhood obesity

Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes with concern the rising levels of childhood obesity in this country; further notes the influence media can have on children’s consumption habits, including adverts for unhealthy foods that contribute to obesity; acknowledges that 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of The Wiggles’ Yummy Yummy album, featuring the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2024

Period product scheme for schools and colleges

Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House welcomes the period product scheme for schools and colleges; notes that that current scheme was in April of this year extended until July 2025; further notes that a longer duration of support would provide schools and young women with the knowledge that this scheme won’t be removed …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Withdrawal of the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House calls on the Government to withdraw the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024.
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
23rd July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th July 2024

Post Office services in Wellington, Somerset

Tabled by: Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington)
That this House is concerned about the lack of any Post Office in Wellington, Somerset with a population of 16,000 people many of whom lack access to a car and who rely on the town centre to meet their needs; urges the Government to expand its Cash Access UK Banking …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd July 2024
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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
23rd July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust

Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House joins in the celebrations of the Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust marking the 150th anniversary of the opening of Midsomer Norton Station on the Bath extension of the Somerset and Dorset Railway; thanks the Trust and its volunteers for their sustained commitment to preserving and developing …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jul 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024

Child poverty and the two-child benefit cap

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House believes no child should grow up without adequate food, a warm home or security for their future; notes the Department for Work and Pensions' April 2024 statistics which state that 1.6 million children are affected by the two-child benefit cap; further notes that parents subject to the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 60
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th July 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
17th July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th 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
17th July 2024
Anna Sabine signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 11th July 2024

Dental provision in the South West of England

Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House notes with concern the lack of NHS dentist provision in South West England; is shocked to learn that parents are often being told to take their children to private dentists in order to get a basic check-up; is concerned that over 100,000 children aged between 6 and …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1