7th January 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th February 2025
Detainment of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya
Tabled by:
Shockat Adam (Independent - Leicester South)
That this House condemns Israel’s raid and destruction of Kamal Adwan Hospital, one of the last functioning hospitals in Gaza; expresses deep concern over the detention of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of the hospital and a paediatric specialist; calls for his immediate release along with other detained medical …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Alliance: 1
10th February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2025
Royal Mail's universal service obligation
Tabled by:
Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House expresses its concern over Ofcom’s proposed changes to Royal Mail’s universal service obligation which would allow Royal Mail to alternate second-class deliveries, scrap second-class deliveries on Saturday and reduce delivery targets for first and second-class post; acknowledges the importance of a reliable Royal Mail service for rural …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th February 2025
NHS targets
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House acknowledges the abject failure of the last Conservative Government to meet NHS targets; notes that this failure reflected devastating mismanagement which left hospitals crumbling, operations cancelled, pensioners treated on trolleys in corridors, and doctors and nurses at breaking point; further notes that our NHS was once the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2025
The Bereavement Journey programme
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House celebrates that The Bereavement Journey community grief support programme, produced by AtaLoss, has doubled to running in 400 locations across the country since its relaunch last year; further celebrates 30 years since its start in original form; and commends the communities running the programme as they seek …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Reform UK: 1
Conservative: 1
4th February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2025
National Apprenticeships Week 2025
Tabled by:
Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire)
That this House welcomes National Apprenticeship Week from the 10th to the 14th February 2025; celebrates the positive impact apprenticeships have on the British economy; further welcomes any events in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week 2025; and encourages more businesses to consider the benefits of taking on apprentices within the …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
5th February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
US proposals for Gaza
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes that President Trump’s proposals for Gaza are dangerously irresponsible; recognises the need to uphold the rights and security of all citizens in Israel and Palestine; notes with concern that President Trump’s approach demonstrates total disregard for the rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people; acknowledges the …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 61
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
World Cancer Day and Leukaemia UK’s Take Action, Save Lives report
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises that World Cancer Day is held on 4 February; welcomes the launch of Leukaemia UK’s report, Take Action, Save Lives, which highlights the need for a National Cancer Strategy with commitments to save and improve the lives of those affected by leukaemia; notes that nearly 60,000 …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Wassailing in Somerset
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House celebrates the tradition of wassailing, a pagan ceremony deeply rooted in Somerset’s cultural heritage; notes that this Anglo-Saxon and Celtic custom involves blessing orchards to ensure a fruitful apple harvest for the year ahead; recognises that this tradition, which typically takes place on Old Twelfth Night, 17 …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
South Western Railway service standards and performance
Tabled by:
Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat - Sutton and Cheam)
That this House notes with deep concern the inadequate state of train services provided by South Western Railway, particularly affecting Worcester Park Station, but also across the broader train network; highlights the ongoing issues of frequent cancellations, delays, and short-formed trains, often leaving commuters unable to board and contributing to …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 27th January 2025
Independent parking regulator
Tabled by:
Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot)
That this House believes there needs to be a proper independent parking regulator, with appropriate powers to regulate fees, enforcement and appeals.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th October 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th January 2025
Israeli Knesset decision to ban UNRWA
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the Israeli Knesset’s vote to ban UNRWA; notes that this comes at a desperate moment in Gaza with a senior UN humanitarian official warning that the entire population of north Gaza is at risk of dying; further notes that, given the critical …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 49
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
13th January 2025
Brian Mathew signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th January 2025
Life and achievements of Bob Williams
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House celebrates the life and achievements of Bob Williams, former Dorset County Councillor, Deputy Leader of Borough of Poole and President of Mid Dorset & North Poole Lib Dems, who has sadly passed away; acknowledges Bob’s dedication and commitment to Broadstone and Poole, firstly through 28 years as …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 6th January 2025
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 …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Liberal Democrat: 36
Independent: 8
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
18th December 2024
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Independent: 3
17th December 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Thursday 19th December 2024
Democratic violations and violence in Georgia
Tabled by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes)
That this House condemns the escalating violence and democratic backsliding in Georgia, including the disproportionate use of force by Georgian authorities against peaceful protesters, journalists, and opposition figures; expresses concern at the arbitrary detentions of civilians, suppression of peaceful assembly, and anti-democratic actions; notes with concern the Georgian Government’s disregard …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures
Tabled by:
Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives)
That this House welcomes Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis on his visit to the UK today; notes that the British Museum still holds about half of the Parthenon Sculptures, controversially removed from Athens by Lord Elgin between 1801 and 1812, during the Ottoman occupation of Greece, then purchased from him by …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
9th December 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Domestic Abuse Offences
Tabled by:
Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House acknowledges the pervasive and deeply harmful impact of domestic abuse on survivors; notes that, while the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 defines domestic abuse, there is no specific criminal offence for domestic abuse in England and Wales; further notes that many domestic abuse cases are prosecuted under broader …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th December 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Review into breast cancer screening
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises the worrying rise in breast cancer cases in younger women; notes with concern that breast cancer accounts for 43% of all cancers diagnosed in women aged 25-49, yet women wait until they are 50 or older to begin routine screening; urges everyone to work together to …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 34
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 2nd December 2024
UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Cuts to the International Development Budget
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
5th November 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Release of Emily Damari
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza while Hamas continues to hold hostages including British citizen Emily Damari; urges the Government and Foreign Secretary to take all actions within their power to secure Emily’s release and the release of all remaining hostages; further urges the Government to …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Peace in Israel and Gaza
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 6
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th October 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024
Conflict in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the escalation in the Middle East; recognises the role played by UK and US forces in response to Iran’s condemnable attacks; believes it is right that we have played our part in preventing escalation; expresses gratitude to our military personnel; calls on …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Green Party: 4
7th October 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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
2nd September 2024
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
17th July 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
Ending the two-child benefit cap
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House recognises the new data published by the Department for Work and Pensions on the two-child limit to benefit payments which shows that there are now 1.6 million children living in families impacted by this policy, or one in every nine children; further recognises that of those families …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Brian Mathew signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th July 2024
State pension age and 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 67
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1