15th April 2024
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Roslin Village Group
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the invaluable contributions made by community groups in enhancing the quality of life for residents and fostering a sense of belonging; commends the Roslin Village Group for its commitment to serving the Roslin community; notes the receipt of a £1,935 grant to support its one-year project …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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One Dalkeith
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House celebrates the significant contribution of community-based organisations in enriching the lives of individuals and fostering community cohesion; commends One Dalkeith for its dedication to serving the Dalkeith community; notes with appreciation the receipt of a £132,839 grant to support its three-year project aimed at delivering learning and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Bill Russell Woodburn Youth Project
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House celebrates the invaluable contribution of the Bill Russell Woodburn Youth Project for its dedication to fostering a supportive environment for children and young people aged eight to 14 years old in Midlothian; notes with appreciation that the project has been awarded a grant of £18,114 to facilitate …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Horizons Recovery Cafe SCIO
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the critical role played by organisations in providing essential support to individuals recovering from problematic substance use; commends the Horizons Recovery Cafe SCIO for its commitment to aiding the recovery journey of up to 200 people from Dalkeith through its project spanning 20 months; acknowledges the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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LASC Childcare Services Ltd
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the significant contribution of LASC Childcare Services Ltd in supporting the Midlothian community through its initiatives; congratulates the organisation on receiving a grant of £77,582 which will facilitate the continuation of the vital role of the Link Community Hub Manager; recognises the importance of this funding …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Culloden Academy and the Scottish Cup 2024
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness school Culloden Academy on its success in the Scottish Cup, with both the first-year girls' and senior girls' teams winning national basketball championship titles; notes the performance of the first-year girls' team, winning with a score of 59-25, and the senior girls' team, achieving a …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Hillpark Bowling Club's centenary
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the remarkable achievement of Hillpark Bowling Club as it commemorates its centenary; notes that for 100 years the club has been a beacon of community spirit, promoting sportsmanship and camaraderie; extends sincere thanks to all who run and support Hillpark Bowling Club for their dedication and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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STV journalists' strike action
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House supports the decision by members of the Scottish Television (STV) workforce to initiate strike action on Thursday 28 March 2024 following an overwhelming mandate from a ballot in favour of industrial action due to the breakdown in pay negotiations at the broadcaster; acknowledges that this marks the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Matthew Knapman, Assynt Mountain Rescue
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends 17-year-old Matthew Knapman from Inverness for his commitment to volunteering with Assynt Mountain Rescue Team; recognises that he was inspired to help others through mountain rescue following a mountain bike accident in 2022 where he received vital support; notes that he has assisted on two call-outs …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Darvel Area Regeneration Team and The Corner Project, Darvel
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates The Corner in Darvel on their outstanding achievement in winning the My Place Awards 2024 in the Community-led Project category; recognises the hard work and dedication of the local volunteers from Darvel Area Regeneration Team who have transformed the once abandoned site of the Darvel Industrial …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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The Book Nook, Stewarton
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates The Book Nook, a local independent bookstore located in Stewarton, on its outstanding achievement of winning the Bookshop of the Year at the esteemed Scottish Independent Retail Awards 2024; expresses best wishes for forthcoming success at the UK-wide awards set to take place in London on …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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3 Dads Walking
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends the extraordinary efforts of Tim Owen, Mike Palmer and Andy Airey, collectively known as 3 Dads Walking, for their tireless dedication to raising awareness of suicide prevention among young people; welcomes them to Scotland and Midlothian as they continue their latest trek; acknowledges the profound impact …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th April 2024
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Bushido 100 Club
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates everyone at Bushido 100 Club, a group of students from Bushido Karate Association (BKA), on their significant fundraising efforts for cancer research; notes that Bushido 100 Club members are doing 100 push-ups per day during the month of April and have raised an impressive £5,268 as …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Maxwell’s in Clarkston and the National Pub and Bar Awards
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Maxwell’s, located in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, on being named one of 94 County Winners of the National Pub and Bar Awards 2024; recognises that Maxwell’s has been based in the Sheddens area of Clarkston for 10 years; notes that the National Pub and Bar Awards celebrates …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Centenary of 1st Mearns Brownies
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the founding of 1st Mearns Brownies, based in Newton Mearns, and recognises that the important occasion will be marked with a coffee morning and a commemorative tree planting on Saturday 27 April 10.00am to 12.30pm at Mearnskirk Church Hall; understands that the coffee …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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30th anniversary of the Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre in Govanhill, Glasgow, on the 30th anniversary of its opening; notes that the Well was established in March 1994 by the Church of Scotland in order to provide support to the BAME communities of South East Glasgow; recognises that since its …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Provand's Lordship Reopening to the Public after Refurbishment Works
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the reopening of Provand's Lordship, the oldest intact building in the city of Glasgow; notes that the building is one of only four surviving medieval buildings in the city, built in 1471 as part of the St Nicholas Hospital estate by Andrew de Durisdeer, Bishop of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges and celebrates the recent grant of £9,680 awarded to Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club; recognises the vital role played by Beeslack All Stars Disabled Sports Club in providing inclusive sports opportunities for people with disabilities; applauds the project's initiative to allocate funds towards part-time hours …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th April 2024
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70th anniversary of Grangemouth Choral Society
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Grangemouth Choral Society; notes the choir's work performing a wide-ranging repertoire of songs to audiences since 1954; recognises the wider role the choir has played in its local community, enhancing wellbeing in both its members and audiences; wishes the choir’s members …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2024
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Immigration changes for carers and Ukrainians
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House is concerned that the latest Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, HC 556, which will prevent overseas care workers from bringing their dependants to the UK and makes substantial changes to the Ukraine schemes, will have a negative impact on migrant families; notes in particular that the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th March 2024
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Access to State Pension for people with a terminal illness
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes that people with terminal illnesses cannot currently access their State Pension until their retirement age; recognises that this is the case even for individuals who have made full National Insurance contributions; acknowledges that poverty rates are disproportionately high amongst the terminally ill; commends research by Loughborough …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th March 2024
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Let Girls Play campaign
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House congratulates the Football Association (FA) and Barclays for hosting its third Biggest Ever Football Session on International Women’s Day, as part of its Let Girls Play Campaign; notes a record breaking 475,000 girls from 5,000 schools across England took part; further notes that this year, the Biggest …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd March 2024
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50th anniversary of St Mary’s Primary School, Maryhill
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates everyone at St Mary's Primary School in Maryhill, Glasgow, on the school reaching the landmark of 50 years of educational and community service to families across Maryhill at its current location on Kilmun Street; understands that St Mary’s Primary School first started delivering denominational education in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th March 2024
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Roger Daltrey’s 24 years of Royal Albert Hall shows for Teenage Cancer Trust
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates 24 years of the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts at the Royal Albert Hall which have raised over £32 million, money that has helped fund specialist nurses, hospital units and support services right across the UK; applauds the work of Teenage Cancer Trust’s Honorary Patron and the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th March 2024
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Referral of matters of 21 February 2024 to the Committee of Privileges
Tabled by:
William Wragg (Independent - Hazel Grove)
That this House notes the Speaker’s decision on selection and calling of amendments on 21 February 2024 was not in accordance with the established precedent for Opposition days; and accordingly considers that, notwithstanding the Resolution of this House of 6 February 1978, the matter of whether undue pressure was placed …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 25
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th January 2024
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Pension restitution for women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have suffered pensions loss through the targeting of their pension rights; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 31
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
21st February 2024
91 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 43
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Workers Party of Britain: 1
7th February 2024
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Jagtar Singh Johal
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist and resident of Dumbarton, will be marking his 37th birthday on 9 February, his sixth in arbitrary detention in India since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to be undercover police …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
26th January 2024
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Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the Miners’ Strike 1984: The Battle For Britain documentary series for shining a much needed light on events that irrevocably changed our country; thanks Channel 4 and Swan Films for their continued commitment to hard-hitting factual programmes; commends the miners and their families for taking part …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
18th January 2024
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Celebration of the birth and legacy of Robert (Rabbie) Burns
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 265th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s national bard, in Alloway on the 25 January 1759, regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the founders of both …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2023
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Arms to Israel
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes with deep concern that UK-made military equipment and technology is being used by Israel, including in its most recent bombardment of the occupied Gaza Strip which has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries; expresses alarm at reports by the UN Commission of Inquiry on the …
91 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th December 2023
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Rwanda Treaty
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Agreement, done at Kigali on 5 December 2023, between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda for the Provision of an Asylum Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Shared International Commitments on the Protection of Refugees and …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th December 2023
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John Patrick Byrne
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of the incredibly talented artist and writer John Byrne at the age of 83; marks the high regard he is held in the global arts community; acknowledges that Renfrewshire Council awarded him the Freedom of Renfrewshire last year; observes that John grew up …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th November 2023
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Sixth year of detention of Jagtar Singh Johal
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Friday 4 November 2023 marked the sixth anniversary of the arbitrary detention in India of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist and son of the Rock of Dumbarton held since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
7th November 2023
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Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
25th October 2023
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Closure of Serendipi-tea Cafe in Thornton, Fife
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House records its great sorrow at the news that the multi-award winning Serendipi-tea Cafe in Thornton, Fife, is to close on 3 November 2023; notes that, since Fiona and Lloyd Greenaway opened the cafe in 2014, it has regularly featured in local, regional and national award short lists …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
25th October 2023
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30th anniversary of Charis counselling service in Leslie
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That This House congratulates the Charis Foundation, formerly the Fife Christian Counselling Centre, in Leslie on its 30th anniversary; commends the outstanding work they have done in renovating a derelict building on Leslie high street into an award winning centre for the provision of counselling to anyone who needs it, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
4th July 2023
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Palestinians facing persecution
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough)
That this House recognises that the Palestinian people are under unprecedented attack; notes that the Israeli Government, one of the most right-wing in its history, has launched its biggest military incursion in the West Bank in two decades, is announcing thousands of new illegal settlements on a regular basis, continuing …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th October 2023
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Itihaas and Radhuni
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House applauds the tireless work of Midlothian entrepreneur Matin Khan who has been named the UK’s top curry chef by the industry’s trade magazine; recognises the dedication of Mr Khan, executive chef of Itihaas in Dalkeith and The Radhuni in Loanhead, who was given the accolade at the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th October 2023
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Hamilton Park
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Hamilton Park Racecourse on their nomination as a finalist for the 2023 Racecourse Association Showcase Awards; understands that the Showcase Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in racecourse operation; reflects that the Racecourse Association received nominations for 67 racecourses and nearly 5,000 votes from the race going …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th October 2023
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150 years of East Park School, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates East Park School, based on Maryhill Road in Glasgow, as it begins a year of celebrations to mark its 150th anniversary; notes that the celebrations for the charity, which began on 6 October 2023 with the launch of a 150th Anniversary Exhibition Timeline at the Maryhill …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th October 2023
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Green Home Systems, Chamber Network Business Awards Planet Saver of the Year
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Green Home Systems, based in Irvine, on being recognised as the British Chamber of Commerce’s Planet Saver of the Year 2023 at the Chamber Network Business Awards which celebrate the business successes and achievements of their members each year; notes that the?awards, now in their 20th …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th October 2023
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Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
16th October 2023
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Amazon's business practices and small businesses
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House is seriously concerned by the impact on small businesses of the decision by Amazon to hold onto the funds from sales for an increased period of time before releasing them to those businesses; is further concerned by Amazon offering loans to those businesses impacted by Amazon itself …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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Baby loss awareness week and employer’s guidelines
Tabled by:
Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South)
That this House marks Baby loss awareness week 2023; acknowledges the grief and pain of bereaved parents and families and remembers the much-loved babies that have passed; recognises that although Northern Ireland is the first place in Europe to pass legislation so that parents who experience baby loss before 24 …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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Launch of SafeKab
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Gavin Johnston and the team at Inverness Taxis on the successful launch of SafeKab, an app designed to improve safety for people using taxis in the Highlands; acknowledges SafeKab's commitment to enhancing passenger safety; and commends the hard work and commitment of all those involved in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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21st annual Baby Loss Week in the UK
Tabled by:
Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges the 21st annual Baby Loss Week in the UK; notes that Baby Loss Week from 9 to 15 October 2023 is a special opportunity to mark the lives of babies lost in pregnancy or at or soon after birth; also notes that this year Baby Loss …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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50th anniversary of Trust Housing Association
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Trust Housing Association as it marks its 50th anniversary, having been established in October 1973 as Kirk Care in Bearsden Glasgow; notes that Trust Housing Association has since grown into national, forward-thinking landlord and is one of Scotland’s largest housing, care and support providers for later …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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Centenary of the Redding Pit Disaster
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House acknowledges that 25 September 2023 marked the centenary of the Redding Pit disaster; respectfully remembers the 40 men who lost their lives following a sudden inrush of water from disused mine workings flooded No. 23 Pit, trapping 66 miners underground; further remembers the subsequent rescue operation to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th October 2023
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25th anniversary of Kingdom FM
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Kingdom FM on their 25th anniversary entertaining the people of Fife; notes that Kingdom FM, Fife’s favourite radio station, started broadcasting on 5 October 1998 from Haig House in Markinch, before relocating to their current studio complex in Kirkcaldy in October 2016; notes that the station …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2023
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25th anniversary of the Multi-Cultural Family Base
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the Multi-Cultural Family Base (MCFB) on reaching its 25th anniversary; notes that the charity, founded in Edinburgh in 1998, provides a range of valued services to children, young people, and their families, most of whom are from black and minority ethnic communities and are often new …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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Funding for Cancer Research UK Scotland Institute in East Dunbartonshire
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes the announcement of £123 million of funding for the Cancer Research UK Scotland Institute (formerly known as the Cancer Research UK Beatson Institute) based at the University of Glasgow’s Garscube Campus in East Dunbartonshire; notes that this is the charity’s largest investment yet in Scotland and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
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Israel's response to Hamas atrocities and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House unreservedly condemns Hamas and their appalling act of terrorist violence in which more than 1,400 Israeli civilians were murdered and hundreds more taken hostage; supports Israel’s right to find the perpetrators of those atrocities and hold them accountable for their actions;?believes that any Israeli response to those …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
18th September 2023
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Defence Equipment and Support, Beith
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that workers at Defence Equipment and Support (DE and S) at Beith in North Ayrshire, an arm’s length body of the Ministry of Defence, are continuing strike action for improved pay and conditions; notes that this strike action is unprecedented, the first in the history …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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Financial education
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House is concerned that research undertaken by Compare the Market and MyBnk shows that only 2 in 5 young adults are financially literate in the UK; recognises that the same research showed that 70% of young adults support the regular provision of financial education lessons for students at …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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Oban’s Robert MacIntrye and Europe’s 2023 Ryder Cup team
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Oban golfer Robert MacIntyre, who has qualified to represent Europe in the 2023 Ryder Cup against the United States at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy; notes that Robert, who honed his skill at Glencruitten golf club in Oban, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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International day of the older person
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House, celebrating the International Day of the Older Person on Sunday 1 October, equally celebrates the contribution of Christian charity Faith in Later Life and its partners to change the societal narrative of ageism towards older people as called for by the United Nations and acknowledges the contribution …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
18th September 2023
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Michael Pegg, Barrhead postmaster
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Michael Pegg, a postmaster from Barrhead, upon his retirement from the Post Office after 21 years of dedicated service to the community; notes that Michael originally worked in Kennoway Post Office in Fife before venturing into other retail ventures until his first retirement; understands Michael then …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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Highland Discovery College
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Highland Discovery College, run by Centred, on their recent opening in their Eastgate Centre, Inverness premises; recognises that the Discovery College is the Highland’s first college dedicated to helping individuals gain a deeper understanding of wellbeing, mental health, and substance use; commends all at Centred …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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Migrants in Scotland
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes the publication of new research on public attitudes to immigration in Scotland from Migration Policy Scotland, the first of its kind since 2014; welcomes the news that people in Scotland have become more positive towards immigration since then; acknowledges that more people in Scotland would like …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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University of St Andrews
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on its historic achievement in coming top of both the UK’s main university rankings; notes that the University took top place in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 and the Guardian University Guide 2024; understands that this is …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th September 2023
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64th anniversary of the Auchengeich Mining disaster
Tabled by:
Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that Monday 18 September 2023 is the 64th anniversary of the Auchengeich Mining disaster, Scotland's worst mining disaster of the 20th Century; respectfully remembers the 47 men who lost their lives after a fault with equipment caused a fire in the mine; further remembers that 41 …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th September 2023
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Diamonds in the Community
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises Diamonds in the Community for its work supporting local people and families; congratulates the 112 participants in the Edinburgh Kiltwalk 2023 on their fundraising efforts; commends Diamonds in the Community for raising more than £1,000 for schools in Namibia; acknowledges its successful undertaking of a number …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
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Sir Ian Wilmut
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House extends its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sir Ian Wilmut, a titan of the scientific world, who has died at the age of 79; recognises the enormous contribution of Sir Ian who led the team behind the world famous cloned sheep Dolly; acknowledges his …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
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Gorebridge Community Cares, Midlothian
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes the outstanding work by Gorebridge Community Cares to provide a high level of service to residents across the local area in Midlothian; applauds the hard work and selfless commitment of organisers Mhairi Barrett and Claire Crawford; further notes the comprehensive breadth of support available, from courses …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
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Victoria Radio Network studio re-opening
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates the Victoria Radio Network, a volunteer led and multi award winning radio station based within the Victoria Hospital Kirkcaldy; notes that the station has been a bedside companion entertaining and enlightening patients, staff and hospital visitors with discussions on diverse topics since 1971; further notes the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th September 2023
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Young fundraisers Caitie and Holly McCubbin
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates sisters Caitie (age 8) and Holly (age 7) McCubbin on cycling 100 miles each during their summer holidays to raise funds for two charities which have helped their grandfathers, along with Epic Games which matched their funds; applauds Caitie for raising £904 for the British Heart …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Harry Frew
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Harry Frew, former UCAAT Scottish Secretary and STUC President, who died in August 2023; recognises his lifelong work as one of Scotland's trade unionists over many years and his work as a painter and decorator; sends condolences to his family at …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Rosshall Disc Golf Course 10th anniversary
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Rosshall Disc Golf Course on its 10th anniversary; understands that Glasgow Disc Golf Club in partnership with Friends of Rosshall Park will be putting on an event in the park on Saturday 28 October where anyone will be able to try the game of disc golf; …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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VAT and the hospitality sector
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the immense challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost-of-living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the UK Government; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Holm Grown community garden
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes the opening of Holm Grown, a community garden in the Holm area of Inverness; recognises that Holm Grown is a community growing initiative led by Holm Community Council, run in partnership with Incredible Edible Inverness; commends the work that has been done over the last two …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Highland and Islands Third Sector Interface Saltire Awards
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates all those who were successful at the recent Highlands and Islands Third Sector Interface Saltire Awards; notes that these awards are a nationally recognised award for volunteering for young people aged 12-25 where they gain certificates signed by Scottish Ministers for the volunteering they have successfully …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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The Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Loch Ness Centre in Drumnadrochit on their recent reopening on the 90th anniversary of the first Loch Ness Monster sighting; notes that the Centre has undergone a £1.5m transformation; recognises this hour long exhibit that brings the legend of Nessie to life, voiced by Scottish …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Elsie Normington and the Haven Centre
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Elsie Normington and the team at the Elsie Normington Foundation on the recent opening of the Haven Centre in Inverness; recognises that the Haven Centre is a purpose built centre and respite facility for children and adults with complex needs and disabilities with three two-bedroom respite …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Loch Ness 24 Challenge
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates all those who took part in this year’s Loch Ness 24 challenge; notes that this endurance trail requires participants to clock up as many 7km laps of the trail as possible within the 24 hour timeframe; celebrates female winner Rosie Doull for achieving 24 laps, and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Lily Kelman's success at the World Highland Dancing Championships
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Lily Kelman on her recent success at the Under 18 World Highland Dancing Championships; notes that Lily came runner up as well as being awarded best Scottish Dancer; and wishes Lily ongoing success for her upcoming competitions this year, and beyond.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Machan Trust
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Machan Trust; recognises their meaningful work with young people, enabling them to reach their potential and better their lives; acknowledges the positive impact that the Machan Trust has had on Larkhall, building trusting relationships with young people, and working collaboratively with …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Carluke Primrose Orchestral Flutes
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Carluke Primrose Orchestral Flutes on their Platinum Award at the Scottish Concert Band Festival; celebrates their success in being one of seven winning amateur groups chosen by a panel of esteemed judges for Classic FM and their Big Platinum Performance as part of their birthday celebrations …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Retirement of coxswain Joe Miller from RNLI Troon Lifeboat
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Joe Millar on his recent retirement from his role as coxswain of the RNLI Lifeboat in Troon, to which he has dedicated 31 years of service, initially as a volunteer, then as a full-time mechanic and, for the last 20 years, as coxswain; gives grateful thanks …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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150th anniversary of Sacred Heart Parish, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Sacred Heart Parish in Bridgeton, Glasgow, on the 150th anniversary of it's founding; notes that the church was built through the efforts of it's first Parish Priest Father Edward Noonan, who performed the opening ceremony in the original wooden church in 1873; welcomes the commitment to …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Greig Steven Memorial
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the Greig Steven Memorial (GSM) for its work in supporting people of all ages living with cancer and their families, through its provision of a complimentary five-night stay at ‘Greig’s House’ located in Wemyss Bay within Park Dean Resorts; recognises the work of family, friends and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Williamwood High School Rights Respecting award
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Williamwood High School, East Renfrewshire on achieving the Gold: Rights Respecting award, which is granted to schools that have fully embedded the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child into their curriculum; understands that the school's values of respect, kindness and ambition …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
5th September 2023
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Stonewall's Top 100 Employers list 2023
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the employers who secured a place on Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers list; commends the progressive work of those employers who are setting the highest standard of LGBT inclusivity in the workplace, which should be mirrored by all; regrets the Cabinet Office’s decision to remove itself from …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 1
5th September 2023
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Photographer Joe Gilhooley
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the supreme talents of photographer Joe Gilhooley from Loanhead, Midlothian; notes his recent success in a global photographic competition where his image Red Eyed Frog on an Orchid won third place; further notes his impressive list of previous achievements including winning The Scots Magazine Photographer of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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EU nature restoration law
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the European Parliament’s recent vote to support a nature restoration law, to place recovery measures on 20% of the EU's land and sea areas by 2030, rising to cover all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050; is aware that a 2019 global study, carried out …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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New Lanark grant
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates New Lanark Trust on their award of £2.3 million funding to ensure the future of the New Lanark UNESCO World Heritage site; understands that the funding from the National Heritage Memorial Fund’s Covid-19 Response Fund will allow New Lanark Trust to undertake maintenance on a number …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Robbie Shepherd
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House recognises the life of Robbie Shepherd following his sad passing; acknowledges his outstanding contribution to broadcasting as host of Take the Floor; celebrates his accomplished literary works on Scottish country dancing and Scottish dance music; recalls his championing of Doric; and conveys condolences to his family and …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Street Soccer Nations Cup 2023 tournament in Largs
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates the Street Soccer Nations Cup tournament, which is being held in Largs in August 2023; understands that women-only teams from Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Sweden will compete at Largs Thistle’s Barrfield Stadium and that players will stay at sportscotland’s Inverclyde facility; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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State pension payments for women
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with great concern that thousands of parents, mostly mothers, who took time out of work to care of their children have been underpaid their state pension as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions which was first identified in July 2022; acknowledges …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Emma Dean, Dance World Cup
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Emma Dean, the ten-year-old dancer from East Renfrewshire, on her stunning success at the Dance World Cup in Portugal; notes the competition is the world’s largest all-genre dance competition with some 7,500 dancers competing from across the world; highlights Emma’s terrific achievements at the competition, winning …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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70th anniversary of the Korean War armistice
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that concluded the Korean War; notes that the conflict was fought from 25 June 1950 to 27 July 1953; understands that, following North Korea’s invasion of South Korea, over 80,000 British troops mobilised under the United Nations banner, alongside troops …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th September 2023
Exchange Communications work on Battersea Power Station
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates East Dunbartonshire-based firm Exchange Communications on their work in achieving Battersea Power Station’s connectivity; recognises that thanks to their brilliant work, Battersea is now one of the most well-connected neighbourhoods in Europe; commends the firm on their role in helping Battersea Power Station fulfil the goal …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th September 2023
40th anniversary of Glasgow North West Citizens Advice Bureau
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Glasgow North West Citizens Advice Bureau on reaching its 40th anniversary; recognises the exceptional work and dedication of staff, volunteers and trustees in providing the communities of North Glasgow with free and confidential advice on a wide range of issues from benefits and debt to housing …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th June 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2023
Death of Craig Brown CBE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of legendary Scotland Men’s Team Manager Craig Brown CBE who passed away at the age of 82; notes the regard he is held in across the football community, particularly the Tartan Army who hold him in the highest esteem; acknowledges that Craig was …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th June 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th June 2023
Menstrual Hygiene Day
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge the global Menstrual Hygiene Day by recognising the reality of period poverty in the UK, which has been exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis; notes that last year there was an 87 per cent surge in demand for free period products by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd May 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Prestwick Academy Girls Tennis Team, 2023 Tennis Scotland Team of the Year
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates S4 players Olivia Kidd, Natasha Morrison, Abigail Taylor and Georgia Sanger, of the Prestwick Academy Girls Tennis Team, on their incredible achievement in winning Tennis Scotland’s 2023 Team of the Year Award after success in every round of the Scottish Schools Competition led to them finishing …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Promotion of Airdrieonians Football Club
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises Airdrieonians Football Club men’s team for their efforts in securing promotion to the Scottish Championship; congratulates the players on their hard work on and off the pitch; commends manager Rhys McCabe for guiding the team to success; acknowledges the important role of the club in supporting …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th March 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 17th April 2023
Scotland men’s national football team
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland men’s national team’s 2-0 victory over Spain in their UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying fixture; applauds Scott McTominay on his two goals to secure all three points; acknowledges that the victory made it two wins from two games and that Scotland sit atop the group …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th April 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 17th April 2023
gal-dem magazine
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House celebrates the achievements and legacy of gal-dem magazine, an online and print publication that was produced by and centred women and non-binary people of colour; notes that it gave life-changing opportunities to journalists from marginalised backgrounds; further notes its importance in platforming underrepresented issues, experiences and points …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 12 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
15th March 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 15th March 2023
Nadia Majid: Brain Tumour Research fundraising
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises Nadia Majid and her son Rayhan who passed away four months after his brain tumour diagnosis aged four years old; congratulates Nadia on completing 10,000 steps per day in February to increase awareness for Brain Tumour Research; commends her for raising over £10,000 to support those …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd February 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd February 2023
Henry Wuga's 99th birthday
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House sends its very best wishes to Henry Wuga MBE on the occasion of his 99th birthday; notes that he was born Heinz Wuga in Nuremberg in 1924 and was sent to Glasgow on the Kindertransport in 1939 at the age of only 15; understands that he had …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 9th February 2023
Moira Anderson Foundation 23rd anniversary
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates the Moira Anderson Foundation on its 23rd anniversary; recognises the significant work that the foundation undertakes across North Lanarkshire; understands that the service provided by the foundation is essential in supporting victims and survivors of childhood sexual abuse; commends and thanks all staff and volunteers for …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th January 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Celebration of the life and work of Robert (Rabbie) Burns
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 264th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s National Bard, in Alloway on 25 January 1759; notes that he is regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th January 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Constitutional Law
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill (Prohibition on Submission for Royal Assent) Order 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 41), dated 17 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 17 January 2023, be annulled.
52 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd January 2023
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 20th January 2023
Funding for fire and rescue services
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises and celebrates the significant role firefighters play in society, particularly in the face of increasing extreme weather events and the part they played during the pandemic that included delivering medicines to the vulnerable, supporting the ambulance service and moving the bodies of the deceased; further recognises …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
11th January 2023
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 16th January 2023
Social Security
Tabled by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Administrative Earnings Threshold) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 7), dated 6 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 January 2023, be annulled.
47 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th December 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th December 2022
80th anniversary of acknowledgement of Holocaust in the House of Commons
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that Saturday 17 December marks the 80th anniversary of the Government first publicly acknowledging the Holocaust in the House of Commons chamber; recalls that then Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Mr Anthony Eden MP, during a statement to the House regarding a joint declaration from …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 5th December 2022
150th anniversary of first international football match
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that St. Andrew’s Day marks the 150th anniversary of the first international football match played between Scotland and England at the West of Scotland cricket ground in Glasgow in 1872, attracting a crowd of around 4,000 each paying one shilling for entry; notes that the final …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st November 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th November 2022
St Andrew's High School, Coatbridge and UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School Award
Tabled by:
Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates the pupils and staff of St Andrew’s High School in Coatbridge on receiving the prestigious Gold Rights Respecting School award from UNICEF; notes that the Gold award is the highest accolade that UNICEF can bestow on a school and that it recognises St Andrews’ High Schools …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th November 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th November 2022
Detention of Jagtar Singh Johal
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Friday 4 November 2022 marks the fifth anniversary of the arbitrary detention in India of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist from Dumbarton held since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to be undercover police agents; further …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th October 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th October 2022
Financial restitution to women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many Members across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; notes that at least 3.8 million women have been impacted by the …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th July 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th October 2022
Media reporting of poverty
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House recognises the importance of journalism in reporting poverty in the UK; condemns any use of derogatory language which can lead to negative stigmatising; notes that this issue is of ever-increasing importance as the working class face a cost of living crisis and the Government's Fighting Fraud in …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd September 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2022
UK Embassy in Israel
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House expresses its deep concern regarding the Government's review into moving the UK Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; notes that, on 21st September 2022, the Prime Minister told her Israeli counterpart about her review of the current location of the British embassy in Israel during …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th September 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 23rd September 2022
Loss and Damage Action Day 2022
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges Loss and Damage Action Day, which is taking place on 22 September 2022, to highlight the severe impacts of climate change already affecting communities around the world; notes that climate change induced loss and damage is projected to cost between $290bn and $580bn a year by …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
23rd September 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 23rd September 2022
Mona Nawaz and WorldSkills Competition
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Airdrie and Shotts constituent, Mona Nawaz, for her selection to represent Team UK at the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition; recognises Mona dedication to intensive training over the course of three years to achieve this selection; and wishes Mona and her teammates the best of luck …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2022
1st Troon Boys Brigade and 2022 World Pipe Band Championships
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the 1st Troon Boys Brigade Pipe Band on winning first place and becoming Champions in the Grade 4B class at the 2022 World Pipe Band Championships, held at Glasgow Green on 12-13 August 2022 in front of 40,000 spectators; commends the musicians, their families and the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2022
Principles of democracy
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House asserts the basic principles of democracy whereby 50 percent plus one of those who vote in a democratic ballot commands a majority for change; rejects suggestions that a future British Government would legislate to require more than half of the entire registered Scottish electorate to vote in …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
11th May 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2022
Abortion rights in the United States
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House expresses its grave concern about the series of attacks that have been launched in the United States on a woman's right to choose; notes that the leaked opinion of the US Supreme Court overturning the judgement of Roe v Wade has been authenticated; is aware that poorer …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Osteogenesis Imperfecta National Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the Brittle Bone Society’s campaign to mark the month of May as the National Awareness Month for Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI); notes that OI is a genetic bone disorder characterised by fragile bones that affects a person from birth; recognises that around 5,000 people across the UK …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
14th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Eaglesham Fair's 350th anniversary
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
This House congratulates the Eaglesham Fair Committee on the success of the Eaglesham Fair, which celebrates its 350th anniversary in 2022; notes that the Eaglesham Fair, which was created after an Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1672 allowed the village to host a fair day, attracts thousands of visitors …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Domestic sale and advertisement of animal experiences abroad
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes the urgent need for a ban on the domestic sale and advertisement of cruel animal experiences abroad, such as elephant rides and captive dolphin shows, to be brought into legislation; acknowledges the cruel methods used to train elephants for entertainment, such as repeated beatings with hooks, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Midlothian Volunteer Awards 2022
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the nominees and winners of the Midlothian Volunteer Awards 2022; thanks the organisers at Volunteer Midlothian for the annual opportunity, held during Volunteers Week, to celebrate the amazing efforts of local volunteers who dedicate their time and skills to bring about positive change in Midlothian's communities …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Findings of Birthrights report
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House highlights the findings of Birthrights report, Systemic racism, not broken bodies; emphasises the importance of the findings of the report, which confirm that black, Asian, and mixed ethnicity women are more likely to experience baby loss and illness, become seriously ill themselves and have a worse experience …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 17th June 2022
Dr Sabir Zazai FRSE, Scottish Refugee Council
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Dr Sabir Zazai FRSE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Refugee Council, on his award of the Order of the British Empire; commends his tireless dedication to advocating for refugees, who have often been through very traumatic and difficult experiences; recognises the importance of this work, particularly …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller History Month 2022
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House notes that during the month of June 2022 it is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month; further notes that a key theme in 2022 is What Makes a Home?; recognises that what makes a home can mean different things to different peoples and cultures, with homes to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th June 2022
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Compulsory redundancies and privatisation at the British Council
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned that the vital role of the British Council in promoting Cultural Relations and education, arts, and English language training across the globe will be undermined by the current programme of closures, cuts and outsourcing being undertaken as a result of financial pressures; notes that the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 17th June 2022
Jemma Boyle and Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Jemma Boyle on the celebration of her 15 years as a volunteer with Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian (VSGWL); notes that Jemma began volunteering in 2002 with various organisations before joining the VSGWL; recognises the enormous contribution Jemma makes to the VSGWL through the varied work …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Government cleaners and security guards
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with grave concern the unacceptable ways in which cleaning and security staff were treated by officials during the rule-breaking parties at 10 Downing Street identified in the Sue Gray report; find the multiple examples of a lack of respect and poor treatment of security and cleaning …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 17
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 17th June 2022
Auchrannie Resort on the Isle of Arran
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Auchrannie Resort on the Isle of Arran on being named Scotland's Best Staycation at the Prestige Hotel Awards 2022; notes that this achievement is a huge accolade and tribute to staff at the venue who work so hard to make every Auchrannie experience a memorable one; …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
An appreciation of Bruce Kent
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House remembers the life and achievements of Bruce Kent whilst mourning his passing; notes that Bruce Kent was a peace campaigner who served as a Vice-President of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, a Vice-President of Pax Christi, and Emeritus President of the Movement for the Abolition of War; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 17th June 2022
Alison McColl and the Platinum Jubilee Champions Award
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Alison McColl, Managing Director and Founder of Fibro Friends United Scotland CIC, on receiving the Platinum Julbilee Champion Award, launched by the Royal Voluntary Service in honour of Her Majesty The Queen's 70 years of service; recognises Alison’s vital work in developing services, support, and education, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Friday 17th June 2022
Dafydd Iwan’s folk song, Yma O Hyd
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
This House celebrates the success of former Plaid Cymru president, Dafydd Iwan’s iconic folk song ‘Yma O Hyd’, We’re still here, for reaching number one in the iTunes chart 41 years after its release in 1981; congratulates Welsh football supporters who led the campaign to get the song to number …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th June 2022
Israeli Flag Day in Occupied East Jerusalem
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the annual Israeli flag march through Palestinian neighbourhoods of occupied East Jerusalem marked by widespread racist chants, including death to Arabs and we will burn your village; further condemns the frequent attacks on Palestinian residents of East Jerusalem by marchers, and attacks on journalists, including this …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
17th May 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2022
Specialist Huntington’s Disease Services
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds Central)
That this House notes that Huntington’s Disease is a rare, hereditary and incurable neurological condition that slowly robs patients of their ability to walk, talk, eat, drink, make decisions and care for themselves; notes that a University of Aberdeen study, published in the Journal of Neurology, highlights that the number …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2022
Energy price rises and the price cap
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes the recent rise in energy prices and that these price rises have intensified a cost of living crisis; also notes that the price cap is projected to rise again in October 2022 and that this, in combination with the seasonal increase in demand for energy in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th May 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2022
Reduction in civil service employment
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns Government plans to cut 91,000 jobs from the civil service over the next three years; notes that departmental spending levels for the next three years have only recently been issued, following a process of assessing future staffing requirements; is angered to have learnt of these plans …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th June 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2022
Ratification of the Istanbul Convention
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2022 will mark ten years since the UK signed the Istanbul Convention on protecting women and girls from violence; commends the work by IC Change and other groups in campaigning for the UK’s ratification of the treaty; welcomes the recent announcement by the …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
19th May 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th May 2022
Iain MacNeil's global voyage
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes that from the time of the great Magellan Expedition of 1518-1521, the first to circumnavigate the world, that mankind has always been fascinated with nautical circumnavigations of the world; warmly congratulates Iain MacNeil from the Hebridean Island of Barra, following in those footsteps by completing the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
29th March 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 29th March 2022
Bank of Scotland bank closures
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House regrets the recent announcement by Lloyd's Banking Group of further high street bank closures, including the closure of the Bank of Scotland branch in Shotts; recognises that communities and charities rely on high street banks and that face to face banking is still a vital component of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th March 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2022
Scotland Board of the Gaelic Athletic Association 125th Anniversary
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is delighted to acknowledge the 125th anniversary of the establishment of the Scotland Board of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), also known as Scotland GAA; believes that Scotland GAA has been instrumental in maintaining and strengthening the links between the sport, Ireland and the Irish diaspora across …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th March 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 18th March 2022
St Patrick's Primary School Ukraine Appeal
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates St Patrick's Primary School, Shotts on their student led appeal organised by Primary five pupils to collect items for a Ukraine Appeal; understands the pupils have collected, sorted and arranged for donations to be available to Ukrainian people and Ukrainian refugees; and commends them on their …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
22nd February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 28th February 2022
Estonian National Day
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 24 February is the Estonian National Day, marking 124 years since the signing of the Estonian declaration of independence in 1918, and the foundation of the Republic of Estonia; further notes that the Estonian people had been subjects variously of Swedish, Russian and German Empires …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 28th February 2022
Inverurie Junior Agricultural Club's 90th anniversary
Tabled by:
Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House notes Inverurie Junior Agricultural Club will mark the 90th anniversary of its formation this year; recognises the prominent part the club has played in the Scottish Association of Young Farmers’ Clubs; understands that hundreds of people involved in farming have been part of the club over its …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 28th February 2022
Heriot-Watt University support to improve the lives of stoma bag wearers
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House welcomes the invaluable support of the Medical Device Manufacturing Centre (MDMC) led by Heriot-Watt University in enabling start-up company Confidence Plus Ltd to introduce its new product ConfiPlus to a clinical setting as quickly as possible; notes that ConfiPlus has been developed to address the common problem …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
31st January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Bearskin caps and the armed forces
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its concern that the ceremonial bearskin caps worn by members of the armed forces, most notably at the annual Trooping the Colour parade, involve the unnecessary slaughter of black bears; notes that each bearskin ceremonial cap costs the Ministry of Defence over £1,700 and sees no …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Global Disability Summit 2022
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House marks the second ever Global Disability Summit (GS22), hosted February 16 to 17 by the International Disability Alliance, the Government of Norway and the Government of Ghana; recognises the aims of this year’s summit to mobilise efforts for the implementation of the United Nations (UN) Convention on …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Miscarriage leave in Northern Ireland
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the Northern Irish Assembly on passing legislation to allow paid leave for workers who have suffered a miscarriage; understands provisions to offer statutory paid leave for mothers and their partners should they experience baby loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy are contained in Article 112EF of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Kids Operating Room 50th installation
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee-based charity Kids Operating Room on the delivery of their 50th operating room; notes that operating rooms have been delivered and installed in hospitals across Africa and Latin America; recognises that KidsOR works to support existing hospitals and healthcare professionals to expand their services; further recognises …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Campaign for an Osteogenesis Imperfecta national awareness month
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the Brittle Bone Society’s campaign to mark the month of May as the National Awareness Month for Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI); notes that OI is a genetic bone disorder characterised by fragile bones that affects a person from birth; recognises that around 5,000 people across the UK …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Jyoti Hazra MBE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House records its sadness at the passing of Jyoti Hazra MBE at the age of 91; commends Jyoti as a tireless campaigner, both in the city of Dundee and across Scotland, for an increase in racial tolerance and understanding between communities; notes that he was a former member …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 3rd February 2022
May Miller’s 103rd birthday
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes and celebrates Airdrie and Shotts resident May Miller who turned 103 on 22 January 2022; notes that she celebrated her birthday in Airdrie where she has lived for many years; highlights that May is a valued and highly regarded member of the local community; and sends …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd February 2022
Removal of titles
Tabled by:
Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this house acknowledges that geographically based titles can become an affront when an individual falls into disrepute; and calls on the Government to introduce a mechanism in law whereby geographically based titles can be removed in certain circumstances such as when the individual’s associations, engagements or actions infringe the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd February 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd February 2022
Raith Rovers Football Club signing of David Goodwillie (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House expresses its extreme concerns at the decision of Raith Rovers Football Club to give a playing contract to footballer David Goodwillie who was found to be guilty of rape following a civil court case in 2017; notes that since then the player has expressed no remorse and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
25th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st February 2022
A wealth tax as an alternative to National Insurance increases
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House calls on the Government to abandon its regressive plans for a 1.25 percentage point increase in National Insurance contributions; believes this will add to the cost of living crisis people are already experiencing as a result of big increases in energy bills, high inflation, real-term wage cuts …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st February 2022
Miscarriage leave and employment policy
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House believes that the Government should introduce a policy of paid miscarriage leave; is aware that the Government has so far been hesitant to introduce such a policy; notes that, in the UK, two weeks parental bereavement leave and pay is in place after stillbirth, however there is …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st February 2022
Human rights in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is concerned by continuing serious human rights violations in Bahrain, including the ongoing arbitrary detention and inhumane treatment of prisoners of conscience, including Abduljalil al-Singace, Hassan Mushaima, Abdulwahab Hussain, Abdulhadi al-Khawaja and Sheikh Ali Salman; notes that Freedom House in its 2021 report rated Bahrain as not …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the current process for claiming War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments is not fit for purpose and drives many veterans to give up on claims, severely deteriorates many veterans’ mental health, drives many into poverty, and increases the risk of suicides; applauds our veterans …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the week commencing 17 January 2022 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week; recognises that, while not always easy, attending cervical screening allows diagnosis and treatment of Human Papilloma Virus, as well as early detection of Cervical neoplasia, and can therefore save lives; believes that no-one should feel …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 24th January 2022
Israel Arms Trade (Prohibition) Bill
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House notes that the UK Government has authorised hundreds of millions of pounds worth of arms sales to Israel between 2016 and 2020; believes that the UK Government should end these arms sales as part of efforts to end Israel's militarized repression of Palestinians, violations of international law and …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
6th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 20th January 2022
Post Office Horizon compensation scheme
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House believes that the 555 litigants, who won civil proceedings against Post Office Ltd in 2018-19, should not be excluded from the Post Office Horizon compensation scheme; that the exclusion of these litigants from the compensation scheme is having and will continue to have a direct and devastating …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Scottish National Party: 37
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
10th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th January 2022
David Marshall, Vice-Chair, East Fife Football Club
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House records its sadness at the recent passing of Dave Marshall, Vice-chair of East Fife Football Club; notes that Dave, a retired Royal Navy officer and a lifelong supporter of The Fife, joined the board in 2003 and served almost continuously until his death; commends his dedication in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th January 2022
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th January 2022
Work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House commends the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) on their tireless work as well as their record year of donations and increased membership; celebrates the institution which is on its way to breaking its fundraising record since it was founded in 1824; notes the work of the 238 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
8th December 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th January 2022
Lanarkshire Association for Mental Health café and wellbeing centre in Wishaw
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Lanarkshire Association for Mental Health on their recent opening of their Café and Wellbeing Centre in Wishaw; recognises the invaluable work they have done to create a community space which aims to provide healthy, well priced meals, alongside wellbeing services to support mental health; commends their …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Giving every child the best start in life
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the work of WAVE Trust and its 70/30 campaign to reduce levels of child abuse, neglect and domestic abuse by 70 per cent by 2030; further notes that over two-thirds of this House have endorsed that campaign, including a majority from all parties; recognises the role …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Near net-zero status - Nairn Community Arts Centre
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Sam Morrison, Centre Manager, Bob Ferenth, Centre Director and the team at the Nairn Community Arts Centre on their near net-zero status; recognises the importance of setting this standard for businesses in the Highlands and becoming the greenest building in Nairn, notes that the Nairn Community …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Living wage and Grandview and Mains Care Homes
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the team at Grandview and Mains Care Homes on receiving the Living Wage Scotland Trailblazer award 2021; in doing so recognises the incredible work that this family run business has put in to become a stand out employer in the care sector and their commitment to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Invinity Energy Systems
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Invinity Energy Systems on their new flow battery manufacturing facility in Bathgate; recognises that their innovative flow batteries store energy from renewable sources and are inherently safe and non-flammable, last for decades without degrading, allow unlimited cycling, and are proven in commercial installations around the world; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Charity lottery £50 million annual sales limit
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House acknowledges the success of the charity lottery annual sales limit being raised to £50 million and the per draw limit being raised to £5 million; notes these important reforms have freed up millions of pounds of funding for good causes across the country, which has proven especially …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recalls that on 17 April 1984, WPC Yvonne Fletcher, aged 25, was shot in the back and murdered from inside the Libyan Embassy while policing a political demonstration; notes that no one has ever been charged in connection with her death, despite there being an individual identified …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Home Energy Scotland
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the work of the Scottish Government’s Home Energy Scotland service that is managed across Scotland by Energy Saving Trust and delivered to constituents in South East Scotland by Changeworks; recognises that Home Energy Scotland is the referral point for the Scottish Government funded Warmer Homes Scotland …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Church of Scotland’s action on Climate Change
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges the contribution of the Church of Scotland to the discussion and action on climate change, including the Church’s own Net Zero target by the year 2030; notes the participation by the Rt Hon. Lord Wallace of Tankerness, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Royal DSM Dalry and Emissions Reduction
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Royal DSM Dalry, North Ayrshire, following the announcement that it will be the first global production facility for a ground-breaking £100 million investment, backed by Scottish Enterprise, to reduce methane using a feed additive; notes that DSM already employs over 300 people in at its world-leading …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
First Bus and Together for our Planet Event
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates First Bus on its successful hosting of the official COP26 electric vehicle charging site at its Caledonia Depot, the largest charging station for electric vehicles in the UK; notes that international and delegates from across the UK visited throughout COP26 to discuss the future of sustainable …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Scottish Curry Awards 2021
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the importance of the Scottish curry industry and of the best Scottish curry establishments and professionals that create and serve delicious dishes in communities across Scotland; congratulates all winners in the Scottish Curry Awards for 2021 in categories as diverse as Takeaway and Home Delivery of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Carers Rights Day
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges the estimated 13.6 million people who are providing unpaid care to family and friends across the UK; recognises the importance of Carers Rights Day 2021, taking place on 25 November 2021, in raising awareness of unpaid carers and ensuring they are informed about their rights and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACSR) was announced on 18 August 2021; further notes that hon. Members are still receiving desperate messages for help and that Ministerial replies to queries make repeated reference to the scheme; is concerned that three months later the ACRS is still …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Willie Taylor, Ellon Pipe Band
Tabled by:
Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House acknowledges the hugely significant voluntary contribution of Mr Willie Taylor of Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire to the success and ongoing development of the Ellon Pipe Band; further recognises Mr Taylor's pivotal role in developing the long-standing partnership between the Ellon Pipe Band and the Koninklijke Harmonie Concordia silver band …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 22nd November 2021
Fundraising for Cornerstone Charity
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates the fundraising efforts of Airdrie and Shotts Constituent Beth McPhee in raising funds for the charity, Cornerstone; highlights the over £500 raised by Beth through bake sales; understands that Beth raised funds for Cornerstone after her grandfather received care and support from the charity; and wishes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th November 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th November 2021
Airdrie Citizens Advice Bureau 50th anniversary
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Airdrie Citizens Advice Bureau for reaching its 50th anniversary; recognises the role that the Citizens Advice Bureau plays in providing free, independent and confidential advice to clients in Airdrie; commends the hard work of staff and volunteers at that Citizens Advice Bureau, empowering clients from all …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th October 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th October 2021
Creature Comforts and Independent Pet Retailer of the Year
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Graeme and Ann Wilson, whose business, Creature Comforts, was awarded the UK Independent Retailer of the Year for 2021 at the Pet Industry Federation Awards; notes that Creature Comforts' first shop opened in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, in 1997 and that the company has since grown to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
26th October 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th October 2021
National Care Practitioner of the Year
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Paul Black on being recognised as National Care Practitioner of the Year at the Barchester Care Awards 2021; recognises Paul’s stellar work at Drummond Grange Care Home in Lasswade, Midlothian; notes that the Barchester Care Awards celebrate the staff who go the extra mile for the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
25th October 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 2021
Proscribing of Palestinian human rights organisations
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the declaration of 22 October 2021 made by Israeli Minister of Defence, Benny Gantz, which designated six Palestinian civil society groups as terrorist organisations; notes that the Israeli authorities have not provided any evidence to substantiate their claims about the organisations; further notes that the targeted …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
25th October 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th October 2021
Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House extends its congratulations to Great Britain’s most successful ever tennis doubles partnership Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett, from Alexandria and Cantley, for becoming the first ever wheelchair tennis pair to complete the calendar Grand Slam in men’s doubles; acknowledges how Reid and Hewett’s commitment, athleticism and teamwork …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th October 2021
Death and recognition of Walter Smith OBE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House expresses its deep sorrow at the death of Rangers Football Club legend, and one of the great modern day football managers, Walter Smith OBE; recognises Walter's extraordinary contribution to Scottish football, both as a manager and as a player, beginning his playing career at Dundee United in …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
27th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th October 2021
Ministry of Defence Guard Service
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House salutes the professionalism and dedication of the Ministry of Defence Guard Service, which provides civilian security at most of the UK’s largest military bases; insists that MoD Guard Service (MGS) personnel should be celebrated for their vital contribution to the MoD, and that a culture of teamwork …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st September 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021
Centenary of the Victory Baths in Renfrew
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that the Victory Baths in Renfrew celebrated its centenary on 19 September 2021; understands that the swimming baths were gifted to the town by shipbuilder and government minister, Sir Frederick Lobnitz, who, along with his wife, Lady Lobnitz and Lady Blythswood conducted the opening ceremony watched …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st September 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021
60th anniversary of Kirklandneuk Primary School
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that Kirklandneuk Primary School in Renfrew celebrated its 60th anniversary on 28 August 2021; understands that the school has over the last three weeks had several events celebrating the occasion; believes that Kirklandneuk Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in the Renfrew …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 16th September 2021
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges that September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; notes that blood cancers are the most common cancers affecting children and young people and that acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), a type of leukaemia where cancerous cells build up in the bone marrow, is the most common cancer diagnosed …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th September 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th September 2021
The Ministerial Code and the conduct of the Prime Minister
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House believes that trust in the ministerial code has been eroded by the actions of the Prime Minister; further believes that the Prime Minister should no longer be the guardian of the code as he has been shown to lack the moral aptitude needed; and therefore calls for …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
24th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 6th September 2021
40th anniversary of the International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 2021 marks the 40th anniversary of the 1981 International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes; believes that the Code exists to protect all babies, regardless of how they are fed; notes the Code regulates the marketing of breastmilk substitutes which includes infant formulas, follow-on formulas …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st July 2021
Professor Samson Kambalu and the Fourth Plinth commission
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the commission of Professor Samson Kambalu and his sculpture Antelope for installation on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square in 2022; recognises that the sculpture is a recreation of a 1914 photograph of pan-Africanist Malawian preacher, John Chilembwe and European missionary John Chorley, where Chilembwe wears …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st July 2021
Arlington Baths Club 150th anniversary celebrations
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Arlington Baths Club in the West End of Glasgow as it celebrates the 150th anniversary of its opening on 1 August 1871; notes that plans for July 2020 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Club's foundation were much reduced as a result of the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st July 2021
40th anniversary of Mandela's Freedom of Glasgow
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the upcoming 40th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela being granted the Freedom of Glasgow; further notes that 4 August 1981 was the day Glasgow City Council presented the Freedom of the City to Nelson Mandela in absentia, since he was still on Robben Island, and Dr. Alex …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st July 2021
Lady Rita Rae QC elected as Rector of Glasgow University
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Lady Rae on her election as Rector of the University of Glasgow on 21st April 2020; notes that Lady Rae is making history by becoming the University of Glasgow’s first female working Rector, and only the second woman ever elected to the post after the symbolic …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st July 2021
20th Anniversary of the Bard in Botanics
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Bard in the Botanics, Glasgow’s annual outdoor Shakespeare festival, which marks its 20th anniversary in 2021; notes since their first festival they have staged more than 100 productions of Shakespeare’s work to audiences totalling in excess of 150,000 within Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens; further notes some of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th May 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th July 2021
Pregnancy and maternity discrimination at work
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes that Government-commissioned research in 2016 by the Equality and Human Rights Commission found disturbingly high levels of pregnancy and maternity discrimination in UK workplaces; further notes the February 2021 conclusion of the Women and Equalities Committee that the Government must act now to prevent further discrimination, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th July 2021
Pride of Scotland Lifetime Achievement Award awarded to Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House expresses its profound congratulations to Professor Sir Geoff Palmer on being awarded a Pride of Scotland Lifetime Achievement Award; notes that Professor Sir Geoff Palmer has made significant contributions to fields as diverse as brewing and human rights activism; recognises that he discovered the barley abrasion process, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th July 2021
Nutrition aid
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House urges the Government to recognise the importance of investment in nutrition to support its aims for girls’ education; notes that impacts of malnutrition are particularly heavy on women and girls and that cases of anaemia, stunting and malnutrition are correlated with poor school performance; stresses that the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th July 2021
Brynn Hauxwell, Young Fundraiser of the Year
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates Shetlander Brynn Hauxwell for being awarded the Young Fundraiser of the Year award at the 2021 Pride of Scotland ceremony; notes that Brynn has raised around £10,000 for Ability Shetland across the last 18 months during two separate challenges; that these challenges included a gruelling 1,679 …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 12th July 2021
Sheena Nelson and the Rotary International Champion of Change award
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Sheena Nelson from the Helensburgh Garelochside Rotary club on her Champion of Change award from the Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland; acknowledges that the award is in recognition of her voluntary work as the club’s Heartstart Volunteer Co-ordinator to train members of the public …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 12th July 2021
Access to cash
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the importance of access to cash for the UK population; notes that due to bank branch closures and the loss of free-to-use ATMs across the UK, millions are at risk of losing access to cash; further notes that all communities should be guaranteed a right to …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Monday 12th July 2021
Aberdeen FC Women's Premier League 2 title
Tabled by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House congratulates Aberdeen FC Women on their historic Scottish Women’s Premier League 2 title; applauds all players for their outstanding performances in securing qualification for SWPL 1; notes that the team secured the title on 27 June 2021 at the Regional Performance Centre in Dundee; commends the manager …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
30th June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 1st July 2021
Sarcoma UK and Sarcoma Awareness Month 2021
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Sarcoma Awareness Month from 1 to 31 July,and its importance in spreading awareness of Sarcoma as an uncommon and fast-spreading cancer; acknowledges the necessity of early, fast and accurate diagnosis for the 5,300 people diagnosed with the disease annually in the UK; recognises the hard work …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
22nd June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Thursday 24th June 2021
Armed Forces Day 2021
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes that Armed Forces Day 2021 takes place on 26th June; welcomes this recognition and appreciation of both current and former service personnel; applauds and sincerely thanks Armed Forces personnel and veterans for their outstanding public service and personal sacrifice throughout their military careers; welcomes a national …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Alternative student finance
Tabled by:
Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House notes that a significant number of Muslim young people do not take up a university place because the only student finance available involves payment of interest; notes that former Prime Minister David Cameron pledged in October 2013 at the World Islamic Economic Forum in London that the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Anti-Asian hate crime
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the British Born Young Talent Association (BBYTA) on holding its recent seminar on Conversations on Anti-Asian Hate; notes from the seminar that many of our Asian communities, in the wake of covid-19, have experienced an increase in hate crime; appreciates BBTYA raising awareness of such an …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Serena Baker, Britain’s best amateur sewer 2021
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates former Mearns Castle High School student Serena Baker for gaining the title of Britain’s best amateur sewer by winning the Great British Sewing Bee 2021; applauds Serena for her fantastic final garments, in particular her striking acid yellow tulle evening gown inspired by Villanelle from the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Retirement of East Lothian teacher Sheila Laing after 45 years' service
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House applauds the dedicated work of East Lothian's first virtual headteacher Sheila Laing, who is retiring after 45 years as a teacher; pays tribute to her outstanding supportive and innovative work with care experienced young people; acknowledges the recent challenging time for teachers and their incredible hard work …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Alba Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
10th June 2021
Anum Qaisar signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Midlothian Volunteers Awards 2021
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the winners of the Midlothian Volunteer Awards 2021; thanks the awards’ organisers for creating an annual opportunity to recognise and reward some of the volunteers and inspirational people who bring about positive change in their communities; notes that the awards ceremony was held virtually this year …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Alba Party: 1