9th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Impact of the Work Capability Assessment on disabled people
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes the shocking evidence published by John Pring in his recent book of the harm, too often leading to fatalities, inflicted on disabled people by the Department of Work and Pensions since the introduction of the Work Capability Assessment; and calls on the Government to establish an …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
UK support for the global effort to feed children at school
Tabled by:
Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House welcomes the growing international commitment to providing children with a healthy meal every day at school; notes that 418 million children benefited from school meals in 2022, an increase from 388 million in 2020; congratulates the School Meals Coalition, a partnership of over 105 countries and 135 …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Cuckooing awareness
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses its concern about the practice of cuckooing, which is when people take over a person’s home and use the property to commit crimes; notes that cuckooing commonly facilitates crimes involving drugs, weapons and sexual exploitation; recognises that cuckooing is often a hidden crime that targets the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Local postie David Reynolds
Tabled by:
Kirsteen Sullivan (Labour (Co-op) - Bathgate and Linlithgow)
That this House commends dedicated Armadale resident and local postie David Reynolds for his bravery in the course of his work; praises his quick thinking and fast action to save the life of a woman found soaked through and collapsed in the snow; recognises the hard work of posties especially …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
18th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th December 2024
Jim Allan, High Street Hero Award winner, Lothian 2024
Tabled by:
Kirsteen Sullivan (Labour (Co-op) - Bathgate and Linlithgow)
That this House celebrates the work of Bathgate bairn Jim Allan; congratulates Jim Allan on winning the Scotland Loves Local High Street Hero award for Lothian; acknowledges Jim Allan as an award-winning community role model and inspiring eco-warrior for his work in clearing litter; recognises the impact of litter on …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th December 2024
Review into breast cancer screening
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises the worrying rise in breast cancer cases in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43% of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25-49, yet women wait until they are 50 or older to begin routine screening; urges everyone to work together to …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
11th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th December 2024
Ofwat price review
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House condemns the provisional approval by Ofwat of an average 21% above-inflation rise in water bills over five years designed to fund £88 billion in sewage infrastructure upgrades; notes that this follows water companies extracting £85 billion in shareholder profits since privatisation, while amassing £64.4 billion in debt; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024
Prison maintenance insourcing
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House notes with alarm the rising levels of squalor and disrepair in prisons, with the National Audit Office estimating the maintenance backlog has doubled to £1.8 billion in the past four years; further notes with alarm recent reports by the Independent Monitoring Boards highlighting how broken and outdated …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 7
Green Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th December 2024
Bonnybridge railway station
Tabled by:
Euan Stainbank (Labour - Falkirk)
That this House supports the campaign to re-establish a railway station in Bonnybridge, recognising the community’s long-standing efforts over the past 25 years to improve transport connectivity; notes the significant population growth in the area and the pressing need for better public transport links to boost local economic development and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 16th December 2024
Sale of the Observer newspaper
Tabled by:
Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House expresses serious concerns about the speed of the process and the substantive issues at stake in relation to the proposed sale of the Observer newspaper to Tortoise Media; considers that The Observer, first published in 1791, is a historical national institution known as a source of quality …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th December 2024
Knowsley Livv Housing industrial dispute
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing industrial dispute at Livv Housing Group; further notes that this dispute follows Livv Housing workers facing years of real terms pay cuts; notes the unprecedented cost-of-living crisis faced by Livv Housing workers, including soaring prices of essentials like food and energy; expresses …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
10th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th December 2024
25th anniversary of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House congratulates the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) on its 25th anniversary; commends its outstanding contribution to supporting former coalfield communities across the UK in the aftermath of the devastating pit closure programme; recognises the dedication and tireless efforts of CRT staff and volunteers, whose work has transformed thousands …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th December 2024
UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
12th September 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th December 2024
Uber and private hire drivers
Tabled by:
Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House expresses its unequivocal solidarity with Uber and other private hire drivers across the UK, recognising the vital role they play in the modern transportation network; notes with concern the ongoing challenges they face including precarious working conditions, potential algorithmic discrimination, insufficient pay, and lack of employment rights; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Certificate of Common Sponsorship
Tabled by:
Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House believes that migrant health and care workers on Tier 2 visas play an essential role in the delivery of UK health and care services; recognises that current rules tie these workers to a single employer, and that if a worker loses their job they may face financial …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th December 2024
SCIAF's Real Gifts Campaign 2024
Tabled by:
Patricia Ferguson (Labour - Glasgow West)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund’s (SCIAF) 2024 Real Gifts campaign ahead of the festive season; notes the generosity of the Scottish public in directly supporting families and communities around the world living in poverty by giving ethical gifts during the festive season; welcomes the work …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Cuba
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House expresses deep concern at the ongoing hardships faced by the Cuban people due to the 62-year US economic, commercial, and financial embargo, which has inflicted an estimated $1.499 trillion loss on the Cuban economy; welcomes the overwhelming global support for ending the embargo, as evidenced by the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Uphall Golf Club
Tabled by:
Gregor Poynton (Labour - Livingston)
That this House congratulates Uphall Golf Club for triumphantly reopening its clubhouse after a fire during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 which destroyed the building; commends its response to the challenge by successfully getting the golf club back up and running; applauds its innovation by franchising the restaurant and golf …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 29th November 2024
Treating retail workers with kindness during the festive trading period
Tabled by:
Chris Kane (Labour - Stirling and Strathallan)
That this House welcomes the press and social media campaign from the Scottish Retail Consortium and Usdaw which is urging Scots to be kind, considerate and respectful to retail workers and fellow customers when shopping this Christmas; notes that the festive period can be an especially complex and challenging time …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 28th November 2024
Celebrating the achievements of Terry Kirby and the inclusivity of golf
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House applauds the remarkable achievements of Terry Kirby, a paraplegic golfer from East Yorkshire, who will represent Europe in the 30th Phoenix Cup at St Andrews, Scotland, next week; commends Mr Kirby for his extraordinary resilience and dedication to golf, having continued to excel in the sport despite …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 27th November 2024
Grangemouth Boys Brigade
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House commends the Grangemouth Boys Brigade for its remarkable contribution to the community of Grangemouth and beyond, having served as a guiding light for young men since its founding in 1897 and its re-establishment at Kerse Parish Church in 1903; applauds its resilience in continuing operations through both …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 25th November 2024
Suspension of Israel from international sports competitions
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House expresses profound concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the continued suffering and loss of life caused by the lack of a ceasefire and the failure to advance peace talks; condemns the disruption to Palestinian sports resulting from Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories and the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Bede's Helping Hands
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House congratulates Bede’s Helping Hands, a food bank in Jarrow and Gateshead East constituency on receiving a King’s Award for Voluntary Service; recognises the brilliant efforts of all their volunteers; praises the incredibly important work they do; acknowledges the massive difference they make for so many; and notes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Thursday 21st November 2024
Mutual Defence Agreement
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the expiry this year of the 10-year extension of the Agreement between the UK and the USA for Cooperation in the Uses of Atomic Energy for Mutual Defence Purposes; further notes that the published proposed amendments presented to the House in July 2024 extend the Agreement …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
20th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st November 2024
Palestine Statehood (Recognition) (No. 2) Bill
Tabled by:
Shockat Adam (Independent - Leicester South)
That this House welcomes the introduction of the Palestine Statehood (Recognition) (No. 2) Bill; notes that the United Kingdom, as a signatory to the Balfour Declaration of 1917, has a historic responsibility to contribute to a lasting peace resolution in Palestine; further notes that 146 United Nations member states have …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 8
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
13th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th November 2024
Redundancies at TGI Fridays
Tabled by:
Lee Barron (Labour - Corby and East Northamptonshire)
That this House condemns TGI Fridays’ decision to terminate over 1,000 staff with less than an hour’s notice, without consultation, leaving many workers locked out of their workplaces and unable to access their possessions; urges the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to meet with the dismissed workers; calls …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th November 2024
30th anniversary of Swarcliffe good neighbours scheme
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House congratulates Swarcliffe Good Neighbours Scheme on its 30th anniversary; celebrates its ongoing work providing services promoting the health and well-being of older people and their carers in Swarcliffe, Stanks and Whinmoor in East Leeds to support them living happy and fulfilled lives in the community; notes its …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024
In memory of Jim Farmer
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House expresses its deepest condolences following the death of Jim Farmer, also known as Mr Golf, of St Andrews; acknowledges that he leaves behind an unparalleled legacy as a player, coach, and ambassador of the sport; recognises that as the honorary professional at The Royal and Ancient Golf …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Haggis the pygmy hippo
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates the birth of Haggis, Edinburgh Zoo’s newest pygmy hippo; recognises that pygmy hippos are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species; commends the work that Edinburgh Zoo does to promote biodiversity and protect vulnerable species; hopes that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Gaza family visa scheme
Tabled by:
Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the loss of over 40,000 people in Gaza resulting from the current conflict with the toll of injured, exposed to infectious disease and famine growing by the day, and far exceeding 100,000, while the destruction of the Gaza's health infrastructure means that people cannot access vital …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly elections
Tabled by:
Imran Hussain (Independent - Bradford East)
That this House recognises the right to self-determination for Kashmiris; notes that since the partition of 1947, the region and population of Kashmir have been divided between three countries; further notes that Indian-occupied Kashmir is the most militarised zone in the world; opposes the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35a …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 11
5th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024
4 day working week
Tabled by:
Carla Denyer (Green Party - Bristol Central)
That this House recognises that UK workers have some of the longest working hours in Europe, yet the UK’s productivity lags behind its G7 counterparts; further recognises that boosting productivity is a priority for the government’s “Five Missions for Britain”; notes that, according to a recent Mental Health First Aid …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Imprisonment of Alaa Abd el-Fattah
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses its grave concern at the continuing imprisonment of British national writer Alaa Abd el-Fattah, whose most recent five-year sentence ended on 29 September, yet the Egyptian government refused to release him; notes that following the refusal by Egypt’s government to release Alaa, Laila Souief, Alaa’s mother, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 8
Green Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th July 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024
Avoidable deaths
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is alarmed by Office for National Statistics data on avoidable mortality released on 18 June 2024 showing that the Avoidable Age-Standardised Mortality Rate (ASMR) for alcohol-related and drug-related deaths has continued to increase in England and Wales; notes that the ASMR for such deaths in England was …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
10th September 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024
Challenging stigma
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises that people affected by drug and alcohol use should be treated fairly, justly and with dignity; further recognises that they are, however, frequently dehumanised, marginalised and discriminated against; acknowledges that stigma is a major barrier to treatment and wider healthcare, preventing people getting the support they …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024
Drug deaths
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with alarm data released by the Office for National Statistics on 23 October 2024 showing that a record 5,448 deaths related to drug poisoning were registered in England and Wales in 2023; further notes that the highest death rates are again in areas suffering greatest deprivation; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024
Access to banking hubs
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is concerned about the lack of banking services in rural towns such as Ilminster, which has yet to receive a banking hub; recognises the importance of maintaining access to in-person banking and cash services; notes that banking hubs are a key alternative for communities that have lost …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Release of fire appliance and life-saving equipment to Palestine
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House expresses deep concern over the seizure of a fire appliance and life-saving equipment, donated by the Fire Brigades Union in Scotland, which has been held at the Israeli port of Ashdod since 21 July despite having documented clearance; notes that the appliance, packed with firefighting kit, personal …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
30th anniversary of the Phoenix Cup
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Phoenix Cup, and that it is being hosted in the Home of Golf, St Andrews; recognises the fact that this is the world’s first fully inclusive international team event for disabled golfers; welcomes the over 30 male and female golfers from …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2024
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Tabled by:
Patricia Ferguson (Labour - Glasgow West)
That this House commends the City of Glasgow for stepping in to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games following the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria and following the successful hosting of the 2014 Commonwealth Games; acknowledges that the Games play an important role in highlighting the benefits of the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Oliver Campbell wrongful conviction
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House welcomes the recent decision of the Court of Appeal to overturn the wrongful conviction of Oliver Campbell, who was convicted in 1991 and served over 11 years in prison; pays tribute to the tenacity and dedication of Oliver, his loved ones and his lawyers Michael Birnbaum KC …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
29th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House expresses its regret at the passing of laws in Israel's Knesset which in effect denies the protections and means essential for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), the largest humanitarian agency in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, to operate; believes there is no viable alternative to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Low level letter boxes and back injuries
Tabled by:
Mike Amesbury (Independent - Runcorn and Helsby)
That this House notes that low level letter boxes cause back injuries to postmen and women each year, force postal staff to stoop to ground level whilst carrying mail items and thus can cause back strain; further notes that low level letter boxes also present an increased risk of dog …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Impact of austerity on the Fire and Rescue Service
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the detrimental effects of austerity on the UK’s fire and rescue services, particularly in rural areas like Yeovil, where funding, training, and recruitment have been significantly impacted; acknowledges that since 2010, one in five firefighter jobs has been lost and central government funding …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Pobol y Cwm 50th anniversary
Tabled by:
Ann Davies (Plaid Cymru - Caerfyrddin)
That this House recognises the Welsh language soap opera Pobol y Cwm for reaching its 50th anniversary; highlights that the first episode was transmitted on 16 October 1974 and aired on the BBC before transferring to S4C after the channel's launch in 1982; notes that the show is the BBC’s …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Old Tom Morris statue in St Andrews
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House celebrates the unveiling of the Old Tom Morris statue on Bow Butts at the Old Course in St Andrews; notes the importance of Morris' influence and legacy on golf, having worked as a greenkeeper, clubmaker, ballmaker, instructor and course designer, including having designed 76 courses across the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Oscar Mayer strikes
Tabled by:
Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr)
That this House acknowledges the strike by hundreds of Oscar Mayer workers in Wrexham, protesting the company’s intention to alter contracts by removing fully paid breaks, eliminating enhanced payments, and ending days off in lieu for working bank holidays, changes which could cost workers up to £3,000 annually, whilst under …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 21st October 2024
Duncan Scott at Scottish Swimming Awards 2024
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House congratulates Duncan Scott on being named Swimmer of the Year at the Scottish Swimming Awards 2024; notes that Scott further cemented his legacy as Scotland’s most decorated Olympian with his outstanding performances at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where he won a gold medal in the 4x200m …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2024
Zoe’s Place and funding for children’s hospices
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House notes its deep concern at the announcement that children’s hospice Zoe’s Place in Liverpool is at risk of imminent closure; applauds the phenomenal response to this shocking news in the city and thanks the huge charitable drive to raise £5 million by 9 November to save Zoe’s …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
15th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2024
Socio-economic Duty
Tabled by:
Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House recognises the importance of equality in our society and the urgent need to commence the Socio-economic Duty (SED) as outlined in Section 1 of the Equality Act 2010; calls on the Government to establish a commission for the successful delivery, implementation and roll out of the SED; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024
Ban trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 29
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 14th October 2024
Organ donors and the Everyone Everyday Evermore sculpture
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House pays tribute to the creators and supporters of the Everyone Everyday Evermore sculpture unveiled at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, an inspirational installation which honours the life-saving contributions of organ and tissue donors; acknowledges the critical role that organ donors play in saving lives; commends the courage and …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Ban on prison officer industrial action
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes it has been 30 years since prison officers in the UK were banned from taking industrial action under Section 127 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994; further notes that prison officers in Scotland have had the right to strike enshrined in law since …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
9th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th October 2024
UN’s resolution on Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine and sanctions
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House welcomes the UN General Assembly’s decision to overwhelmingly adopt a resolution on 18 September calling for Israel to rapidly end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT); further welcomes that the UN resolution calls on states to comply with their obligations under international law and …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
4th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th October 2024
Scientific hearing on animal experiments
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth, with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th October 2024
Peace in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House notes its deep alarm at the escalation of violence in the Middle East amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, 100 Israelis still being held hostage and a new humanitarian crisis in Lebanon; urges the Government to work to bring about immediate bilateral ceasefires in Lebanon and …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
7th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th October 2024
Immediate ceasefire in Lebanon
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses its alarm at the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah; supports steps taken at the UN, including by the UK, to secure a statement supporting an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; urges all parties to de-escalate and uphold international law, including the protection of …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
7th October 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 7th October 2024
Grangemouth refinery
Tabled by:
Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House calls on the Government to take a transitional stake in the Grangemouth refinery to ensure its continued operation until a viable green energy alternative is in place; urges the Government to guarantee all jobs during the transition period; stresses that the Government must be ready to act …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th September 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2024
Supreme Court ruling on Tesco and fire and rehire practices
Tabled by:
Tracy Gilbert (Labour - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the Supreme Court judgment yesterday in the case of Tesco Stores Ltd v Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers and others; notes that the outcome protects workers’ rights to retained pay and essential rules that fire and rehire cannot be used to undermine pay and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd July 2024
Brian Leishman signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024
Fire Brigades Union
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House recognises the hard work of the Fire Brigades Union and Jim Malone, a constituent of the hon. Member for Arbroath and Broughty Ferry, who, with the support of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Trades Union Congress and Scottish Government, have been able to facilitate the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1