Carla Denyer's 122 Early Day Motions
11th December 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Thursday 12th 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
3rd December 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th 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
20th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Emergency care

 Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes with dismay that emergency departments across England are in a state of crisis after years of neglect and failure by the last Conservative government; commends the hard work of all emergency service workers that despite extremely tough working conditions save thousands of lives every day; notes …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Green Party: 4
Independent: 1
20th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th 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
20th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Bus fare cap hike

 Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House recognises the impact of the recent 50% rise in the bus fare cap to communities across the country; pays particular attention to its impact on rural communities in the South West; recognises the crucial role that buses play in people’s accessibility to work and leisure; recognises the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Green Party: 4
Independent: 1
20th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Bus fare cap

 Tabled by: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House notes the £2 bus fare cap helps millions of bus users with the cost of living and encourages higher ridership; further notes the upcoming fare cap hike will significantly increase costs for bus users and make bus travel less accessible, especially in rural areas; regrets the steep …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
18th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Puppy smuggling bill

 Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House welcomes the introduction of the Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill, also known as the Puppy Smuggling Bill, which aims to address critical animal welfare and public health concerns associated with the illegal importation of dogs and cats; recognises that this Bill tackles puppy …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Disclosure and Barring Service checks for hon. Members and Peers

 Tabled by: Jo White (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that all Parliamentarians should be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check when they take their place in the House of Commons or House of Lords.
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Green Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
18th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Family visas

 Tabled by: Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House notes with concern the previous Government’s decision to increase the minimum income threshold for family visas to £29,000; acknowledges that this threshold unfairly separates families, particularly impacting low-income households and those in regions with lower average wages; recognises that a number of announcements on changes to the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Triple negative breast cancer

 Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises the significant impact of triple negative breast cancer (TNBC), which accounts for around 15% of breast cancer diagnosis but up to 40% of all breast cancer deaths in England; acknowledges that TNBC disproportionately affects people under the age of 40, for whom a diagnosis and treatment …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Children's Grief Awareness Week 2024

 Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises Children’s Grief Awareness Week, taking place between 18 and 24 November 2024; notes that this year’s theme is building hope, which includes a focus on building resilience in young people and offering strategies and tools to support them with their bereavement; further notes this year’s policy …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Protecting wild sea birds and sand eels

 Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the importance of sand eels to the wider ecosystem, in particular wild seabird populations; acknowledges the puffin and kittiwake bird populations, whose diets largely rely on sand eels, have drastically decreased as a result of industrial sand eel fishing by Sweden and Denmark in the North …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024

Scientific hearing on animal experiments (No. 3)

 Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
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 …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Humanitarian situation in Sudan (No. 2)

 Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House expresses deep concern over the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has displaced over 10 million people, caused widespread famine, and fuelled religious persecution and human rights abuses, including sexual violence; recognises this severe humanitarian crisis; urges the Government to act urgently by supporting an immediate, internationally mediated …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

World Diabetes Day 2024

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates World Diabetes Day 2024, marked on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922; notes the theme for 2024 is Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps to raise awareness and improve the lives of people suffering with Diabetes; highlights …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Use of swift bricks

 Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the dramatic decline in swift populations across the country; recognises that swift bricks are a sensible, low-cost solution to support the reintroduction of swift nesting sites in areas where they have been lost; further notes that swift bricks can be easily implemented into different …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Disclosure of Special Branch files

 Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with concern that Special Branch documents show that the undercover police reported on union members speaking at meetings asking for solidarity with striking workers; further notes that in an internal police report known as Operation Reuben, the police admit that intelligence gathered by undercover policing was …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Occupational Therapy Week 2024

 Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises Occupational Therapy Week 2024; celebrates the invaluable role of occupational therapists across the UK in delivering holistic, person-centred care to improve health outcomes, promote independent living, and reduce pressures on NHS and social care services; acknowledges the vital contributions of occupational therapists working across diverse settings …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024

National insurance increase and the voluntary sector

 Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House recognises the significant contributions made by the voluntary sector in building resilient, connected communities across the UK and delivering essential services, including mental health support, community care, and crisis intervention; notes with concern that the recent increase in National Insurance Contributions (NIC) will have a severe financial …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Work of St John Ambulance

 Tabled by: Kirith Entwistle (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House recognises the lifesaving work of St John Ambulance volunteers across the country, training 250,000 members of the public in first aid every year, providing event first aid cover at 11,000 events and delivering 4,000 hours of emergency support to the NHS per month as the nation’s ambulance …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Humanitarian situation in Sudan

 Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House notes that some 25 million people are facing acute hunger and urgently need humanitarian assistance in Sudan, that 14 regions are on the brink of famine and famine conditions have already been confirmed in ZamZam Camp in North Darfur and that more than 10 million have been …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Support for endometriosis care

 Tabled by: Catherine Fookes (Labour - Monmouthshire)
That this House is concerned about the severe impact that endometriosis has on the physical and mental health of one in ten women in the UK; notes that this painful condition affects 1.5 million women causing chronic pain, and fatigue and, in some cases, an inability to conceive and that …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

National insurance increase and the social care sector

 Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing challenges faced by the social care sector, including chronic underfunding and workforce shortages; further notes that the recent increase in national insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget is set to place additional financial pressure on this already stretched sector; recognises that …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

National Engineering Day 2024

 Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House marks National Engineering Day 2024, a national awareness day organised by the Royal Academy of Engineering; recognises the importance of engineering to the UK’s prosperity; notes with concern the lack of diversity within the engineering profession and the need for skilled workers across engineering disciplines in all …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

GWR Sunday timetable

 Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes with concern the level of service provided by the GWR rail franchise on Sundays; recognises that Sunday is a popular day for leisure travel, but also for those travelling for work purposes, visiting family and for students; further notes with concern the apparent deterioration of the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
5th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Release of Emily Damari

 Tabled by: Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza while Hamas continues to hold hostages including British citizen Emily Damari; urges the Government and Foreign Secretary to take all actions within their power to secure Emily’s release and the release of all remaining hostages; further urges the Government to …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 34
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Cuts to the International Development Budget

 Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
4th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

Support for community energy initiatives

 Tabled by: Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon)
That this House commends the efforts of community energy enterprises across the UK, particularly recognising the work of the Heart of England Community Energy (HECE), which operates one of the country’s largest community-owned solar farms, located just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, which has been generating clean electricity to power thousands of homes …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th November 2024

Paradise Beach Resort in Morocco

 Tabled by: Blair McDougall (Labour - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that some 800 investors, the vast majority of whom are British citizens, made investments in the Paradise Beach and Golf Resort in Tangier, Morocco, which was first advertised in 2006; notes that the development was widely promoted as part of Morocco’s policy to attract foreign and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
31st October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 18th November 2024

TFL concessions

 Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House welcomes the Government’s Passenger Rail Services (Public Ownership) Bill, which is nearing completion of its passage through Parliament; notes that the Government’s impact assessment of the Bill states that there will be significant savings to the Government and that public ownership represents an opportunity to improve passenger …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 6th 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
30th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication shortages

 Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the shortage and intermittent availability of ADHD medications such as concerta XL; notes the symptoms those with ADHD exhibit, such as difficulty focusing and acting without thinking, as well as the impacts of these on the daily functioning of individuals; further notes the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024

 Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports Islamophobia Awareness Month, which is taking place this November; recognises the valuable contributions that British Muslims make to our country; acknowledges that anti-Muslim sentiment is still far too prevalent in our society, and has sadly been on the rise in light of the conflict in the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 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
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 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
30th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2024

2% wealth tax

 Tabled by: Iqbal Mohamed (Independent - Dewsbury and Batley)
That this House notes the growing disparity in wealth distribution within the UK; recognises the need for a fairer tax system that ensures the wealthiest individuals contribute their fair share to society; calls on the Government to introduce a 2% annual wealth tax on individuals with assets exceeding £10 million; …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

Israeli Knesset decision to ban UNRWA

 Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the Israeli Knesset’s vote to ban UNRWA; notes that this comes at a desperate moment in Gaza with a senior UN humanitarian official warning that the entire population of north Gaza is at risk of dying; further notes that, given the critical …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 42
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
28th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

Scrutiny of Gulf Cooperation Council trade with Russia

 Tabled by: Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House welcomes the negotiation of new free trade agreements; is concerned that the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council have failed to support UK-led sanctions against Russia since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine; is further concerned that some of these countries have in fact increased trade with Russia …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
28th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

Ticket offices and station staff

 Tabled by: Cat Eccles (Labour - Stourbridge)
That this House notes that 31 October 2024 marks one year since the Conservative Government scrapped plans to close nearly 1,000 ticket offices and cut around 2,300 station staff jobs; commends the campaign led by the RMT union, alongside many groups including those representing disabled and older people, which resulted …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 9
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th 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
23rd October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 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
23rd October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 28th October 2024

Disarmament Week

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House notes the commencement of the United Nations' Disarmament Week, created to promote measures that ensure the prevention and cessation of armed conflict; expresses regret over the staggering human, social, economic, and ecological costs of armed conflict; observes the critical importance of pursuing multilateral disarmament as a means …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 28th October 2024

United Nations Day

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House commemorates the 79th anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter; values the UN’s role as a vanguard of the international system and a custodian of peace, justice, respect, human rights, tolerance, and solidarity; notes with appreciation the UN's role in addressing complex global …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

Outdoor education

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the profound benefits of outdoor education for children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being; highlights the value of residential outdoor learning in developing essential life skills; urges the Government to make it a statutory part of the school curriculum; calls for inclusivity, ensuring all children can access …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

Reductions in jobs and services at the BBC

 Tabled by: Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House greatly regrets the announcement of further new cuts to news and current affairs programming, resulting in a net loss of 130 employed posts; notes that, whilst the World Service itself is a valuable international service which needs secured funding, using it to replace domestic UK BBC radio …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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
21st October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

Frozen pensions for UK citizens overseas

 Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the so-called frozen pensions policy; further notes this sees British overseas state pensioners living in certain countries denied access to index-linked uprating of the UK state pension; believes the level of the UK state pension paid should not be dependent on the pensioner’s country of residence …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

FareShare’s 30th anniversary

 Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House congratulates FareShare, the UK’s leading food redistribution charity, on its 30th anniversary; applauds FareShare for redistributing the equivalent of 135 million meals last year, equating to four meals per second, to over 8,000 frontline charities and community groups in almost every constituency across the UK; recognises the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
21st October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

Life Insurance and diagnosis of terminal illness clause

 Tabled by: Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House expresses concern following reports of those with life insurance premiums with Aviva being denied early pay outs on diagnosis of terminal illness due to a pernicious small print in their policy wording which requires diagnosis of a terminal illness to take place some years before the policy …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Labour: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2024

Establishment of the Women’s Caucus in Westminster

 Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House agrees to establish a Women’s Caucus in the UK Parliament, which is the women Members of Parliament working together to advance issues that disproportionately affect women; notes that there are women’s caucuses in the devolved nations of Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland; further notes that now is …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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
15th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th 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
14th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

World Food Day

 Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House marks World Food Day, a UN designated-day celebrated on 16 October every year; notes the approximately 733 million people facing hunger in the world; further notes that everyone should have the right to adequate food; acknowledges the role of farmers and rural communities in producing food to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

Home insulation measures and consumer protections

 Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Independent - Bradford East)
That this House notes the importance of home insulation measures and their benefits in improving home efficiency; recognises the advantage they have in lowering energy bills and reducing the pressure on residents as fuel poverty continues to rise across the UK; supports the Government’s efforts to introduce a Warm Homes …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

Celebrating the life of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep sadness the passing of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM at the age of 100; acknowledges her extraordinary life of resilience, courage, and dedication to Holocaust education and remembrance; recognises that with the passing of each Holocaust survivor, it feels as though another thread …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Green Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
14th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

Veterans and the Winter Fuel Payment

 Tabled by: Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House expresses its concern that changes to Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules will adversely impact veterans; notes that these changes have been introduced with little notice as the winter months approach, and have been made without a full impact assessment; further notes with concern that this approach fails …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
14th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 18th October 2024

Anytime Single tickets with railcards

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House notes with concern the targeting by Rail Operators of 16-25 and 26-30 railcard holders who have purchased Anytime Single tickets during peak morning times, unknowingly invalidating their tickets due to a Railcard minimum fare requirement; further notes that despite a £12 minimum fare for Anytime Singles at …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Green Party: 3
10th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

World Mental Health Day 2024

 Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House marks World Mental Health Day, which takes place each year on 10 October, and which raises awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that the theme for 2024 is workplace mental health; expresses concern that, in 2024, Britain is facing increasing waiting …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 6
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Friday 18th October 2024

Hospice funding

 Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House recognises the importance of hospices in the UK, which care for over 300,000 people each year; is deeply concerned about the current funding crisis facing hospices, due to rising costs over several years; acknowledges that the commissioning of hospice services by integrated care boards is currently not …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
9th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

World Homelessness Day 2024

 Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House marks World Homelessness Day 2024; notes with concern that 3,898 people were found sleeping rough in England in the autumn snapshot 2023; further notes that 11,880 people were served no fault eviction notices in the year ending in March 2024 and one in 200 households were living …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 45
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
9th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

World Mental Health Day and rural communities

 Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises World Mental Health Day; is concerned about the mental wellbeing of the nation’s agricultural and rural communities; is worried by the findings of RABI’s Big Farming Survey that revealed 36% of respondents had mental wellbeing scores sufficiently low enough to cause concern; is aware that farmers …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Business relief for pubs

 Tabled by: Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh)
That this House recognises the crucial role that pubs play in Eastleigh, as social hubs, cultural landmarks, and significant contributors to the local economy; notes with concern the growing number of nationwide pub closures, with 749 pub businesses entering insolvency in 2023; further notes that the current business rates system …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
8th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

School nurses

 Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House recognises the tremendous work being done by public health school nurses; acknowledges they are the only health care professional who offer access to all school-aged children and young people in an evidenced-based programme of health promotion, prevention, protection and early intervention; notes that the number of school …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Value of grasslands

 Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges the value of nature-rich grasslands and the people who manage them, from meadows and pastures, to road verges and community grassland green spaces; and recognises that a strategic approach by Government is needed to make the most of this multifunctional national asset in order to support …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Conflict in the Middle East

 Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the escalation in the Middle East; recognises the role played by UK and US forces in response to Iran’s condemnable attacks; believes it is right that we have played our part in preventing escalation; expresses gratitude to our military personnel; calls on …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 42
Green Party: 4
7th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Transition to animal-free research and testing

 Tabled by: Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House notes 2.68 million scientific procedures were carried out on animals in British laboratories in 2023; further notes the urgent need to accelerate medical progress, with over 92 per cent of drugs that show promise in animal tests failing to reach the clinic and benefit patients; recognises the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
7th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
4th October 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th 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
12th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th October 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
11th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Pension credit threshold

 Tabled by: Mike Amesbury (Independent - Runcorn and Helsby)
That this House notes that the current threshold of pension support to open the gate way of winter fuel allowance is too low; further notes the need to change the cliff-edge nature of the pension credit threshold; and calls upon the Government to capture the gateway support for those citizens …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 7
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

50th anniversary of the Federation of Small Businesses

 Tabled by: Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House congratulates the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), formerly known as the National Federation of Self Employed (NFSE) on its 50th birthday; remembers that in 1974, one small business owner, Captain Norman Small, wrote to the press to begin a small business movement; recalls that Small invited small …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Football ticket prices

 Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House notes that despite the cost of living crisis and football clubs earning ever more income from broadcast and commercial income, 19 out of 20 Premier League clubs increased ticket prices this season; further notes that many clubs are abolishing or reducing concessionary tickets, both penalising loyal senior …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

World Suicide Prevention Day 2024

 Tabled by: Sojan Joseph (Labour - Ashford)
That this House marks World Suicide Prevention Day, which takes place each year on 10 September; pays tribute to all the organisations across the world who are working together to raise awareness to prevent suicide and support those who are struggling to cope; is concerned that in Britain in 2023 …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Penguins at Sea Life London Aquarium

 Tabled by: Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the welfare of 15 Gentoo penguins currently being kept in a windowless basement at the London Sea Life Aquarium; notes that these penguins, native to the Antarctic Circle, are confined to a pitifully small enclosure with only six to seven feet of water …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Asda equal pay

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House condemns pay discrimination in all its forms; expresses its full solidarity with the over 50,000 current and former Asda retail workers who have lodged an equal pay claim against the firm; further condemns pay discrimination at Asda which has seen women workers on the shop floor earn …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 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
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

The Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

 Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House expresses its concern that The Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024 are being introduced without prior consultation or an impact assessment, nor with sufficient time to put in place a proper and effective take-up campaign for Pension Credit; notes this approach fails to take account for …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty

 Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House supports the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative; notes that the treaty initiative is a global effort to foster international cooperation to accelerate a transition to renewable energy, end the expansion of coal, oil and gas, and support an equitable phase out of existing production; believes that the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Bullying in parish and town councils

 Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House believes that local parish and town councils play a vital role in our democracy and are central to community life in many parts of our country; expresses its concern that in some councils there are significant issues of bullying, with poor behaviour from councillors towards their fellow …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Gambling regulations

 Tabled by: Beccy Cooper (Labour - Worthing West)
That this House notes with concern that the most recent regulations on gambling are from the Gambling Act 2005; considers the need for further affordability checks, levies and advertising limits following the rise of online gambling since 2005; and calls on the Government to act swiftly to implement the recommendations …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

Household Support Fund

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House expresses deep concern that when the current Household Support Fund ends in September 2024, there are no current plans in place to address the substantial gap this will leave; notes that charities including the Trussell Trust are facing a hugely worrying cliff edge for many of the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

High streets

 Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham)
That this House welcomes the new report by the Federation of Small Businesses entitled The Future of the High Street; recognises that local communities and local businesses working together on the high street lies at the heart of economic prosperity; and acknowledges that, from local business support to specialised funds, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
11th September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024

Saudi Arabia’s bid to join the UN Human Rights Council

 Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House expresses profound concern over Saudi Arabia's bid to secure a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council; notes with alarm the extensive record of human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, including but not limited to restrictions on freedom of expression, the use of capital punishment, and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
2nd September 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2024

Withdrawal of the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

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

All England Lawn Tennis Club proposal to develop Wimbledon Park

 Tabled by: Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House congratulates the All England Lawn Tennis Club on this year's successful Championships; acknowledges the Club's status as the host of the world’s premier tennis tournament; recognises their plans to build a 10 storey stadium, nine further outbuildings, 38 tennis courts and over 9km of roads on Capability …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024

Voter identification

 Tabled by: Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes democracy is best served when eligible voters are encouraged to participate in elections; does not believe there was evidence of widespread voter fraud prior to 2022; notes with concern evidence that the requirement to provide voter identification in order to vote in the 2024 local and …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
29th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Alcohol harm

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House supports the call from the Alcohol Health Alliance and leading public health professionals, made on 17 July 2024, for urgent action to tackle the escalating crisis of alcohol harm; realises that such action will help achieve ambitions to reduce NHS waiting times, crime and inequalities, and to …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024

Treatment of female activists in Iran

 Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is alarmed by the breaches of International Humanitarian Law by the Iranian government; notes that the Islamic Republic’s violent repression of women and the activists defending their rights has intensified across the country since the death of President Ebrahim Raisi on 19 May 2024; highlights that women …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Inclusion of district councils in devolution negotiations

 Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises the crucial role played by district councils in delivering services to communities across the country; welcomes the Government’s commitment to further devolution talks; notes with concern initial comments from ministers that negotiations would take place with county councils only; but further welcomes subsequent suggestions that district …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

NHS staff car parking charges

 Tabled by: Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House supports free car parking for all NHS staff; notes that driving to work is the only viable option for some NHS staff; further notes that some NHS Trusts have introduced complicated invoicing systems through which staff are billed for parking, which has contributed to low morale in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Zero carbon homes

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House believes that all new homes should be built to a zero carbon standard; urges the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government to grant local councils and National Park authorities the powers to enforce the Future Home Standard for all new homes; calls for all …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
24th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Contribution of lidos

 Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House celebrates the contribution to our country’s health, wellbeing and heritage made by lidos; notes with concern the significant financial challenges being faced by the sector, principally due to energy costs but also as a result of ongoing maintenance to heritage assets and required capital investment; notes that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 5
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

UK arms exports to Israel

 Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with deep concern possible breaches of International Humanitarian Law by Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; expresses its concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit breaches of International Humanitarian Law; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Radiotherapy

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the value of radiotherapy as a key and lifesaving cancer treatment, necessary for around half of all cancer cures and as a highly effective, non-invasive treatment for patients; celebrates the invaluable contribution of the approximately 6,400-strong radiotherapy workforce who treat over 100,000 cancer patients in the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Treatment of women and girls in Afghanistan

 Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House recalls that in August 2021 the Taliban took over Afghanistan and reversed over 20 years of progress on human rights in the country; is concerned particularly about the situation of women and girls who are subjected to a litany of atrocities which amount to gender apartheid, namely, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

10th anniversary of the Yazidi genocide

 Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House recalls that on 3 August 2014, Da'esh attacked Sinjar, unleashing atrocities against the Yazidis, an ethno-religious minority group in Iraq, amounting to the legal definition of genocide; notes that the House of Commons voted 278 to 0 in favour of declaring the crimes of Da'esh as genocide …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th July 2024
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Tax on private jets

 Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House is concerned that private jets release 10 times more carbon per passenger than commercial flights, pay no VAT or fuel duty and most passengers pay the same low rate of air passenger duty as ordinary commercial flyers; recognises that the UK has more private flights and more …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th July 2024

Recognition of the state of Palestine

 Tabled by: Shockat Adam (Independent - Leicester South)
That this House notes the UN General Assembly resolution of 9 May 2024 which recommended that the Security Council reconsider the matter of the recognition of the state of Palestine following the use of their veto by the United States on 18 April 2024; recognises the international community’s growing consensus, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 9
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd July 2024

Ending Outsourcing in Government departments and agencies

 Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House condemns the impact of outsourcing on the pay, terms and conditions of workers in government agencies and departments; notes with regret that outsourcing has created a two-tier workforce owing to inequalities created between those centrally-employed and those working for private contractors; further notes that many outsourced facilities …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd July 2024

Flooding in Bangladesh

 Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House is alarmed that flooding in Bangladesh has taken lives, swept away homes and shut schools, displaced tens of thousands of people, and that the forecast for more heavy rain is expected to worsen the situation; notes that climate change is one of the greatest threat humans face …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

United Nations Relief and Works Agency

 Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House calls on the Government to restore immediately full UK funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), but also to increase funding to address the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza; notes Israeli attempts to evict UNRWA from Jerusalem; and further calls on the Government to mount …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th July 2024
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Jagtar Singh Johal

 Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House calls upon the Government to seek the immediate release of Jagtar Singh Johal, a British man who has been wrongfully detained in India since 2017 and faces a possible death sentence; notes that, in May 2022, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention concluded that, under international …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Gaza

 Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House notes the appalling situation in Gaza, where Palestinian civilians are facing death by starvation; supports an immediate bilateral ceasefire, including the release of hostages held by armed groups in Gaza, and the release of Palestinian detainees held without charge in Israel; calls on the Government to demand …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Dental provision in the South West of England

 Tabled by: Anna Sabine (Liberal Democrat - Frome and East Somerset)
That this House notes with concern the lack of NHS dentist provision in South West England; is shocked to learn that parents are often being told to take their children to private dentists in order to get a basic check-up; is concerned that over 100,000 children aged between 6 and …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 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
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Child poverty and the two-child benefit cap

 Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House believes no child should grow up without adequate food, a warm home or security for their future; notes the Department for Work and Pensions' April 2024 statistics which state that 1.6 million children are affected by the two-child benefit cap; further notes that parents subject to the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 60
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

State pension age and 1950s-born women

 Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 67
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
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Cumbria coal mine court appeal

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the Government’s decision to withdraw support for plans for a new coal mine at Whitehaven in Cumbria; recognises that commissioning the coal mine contradicts the UK’s commitment to reduce carbon dioxide emissions; calls for urgent investment to be made in Cumbria for alternative sources of high …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Peace in Israel and Gaza

 Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Thames Water price rises

 Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses anger at Thames Water’s customers’ water bills increasing by an average 23% over the next five years; welcomes Ofwat’s decision to not allow Thames Water’s proposed price hike of £191 to go ahead wholescale; calls on Ofwat to go further and use its existing powers to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Consumer water bills

 Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House regrets the large increases that have been proposed to consumer water bills; notes that water companies continue to dump sewage into local waterways; believes, as a point of principle, that it is unfair for water companies to make consumers bear the brunt of the costs for improvements …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2024

Third runway at Heathrow

 Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House recognises Heathrow's renewed focus on the third runway project; condemns the expansion due to its widely-recognised impact on local communities; highlights the existing impact of flying at Heathrow on south west and west London; further highlights that support for the expansion of the third runway contradicts stated …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
22nd July 2024
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Student protests in Bangladesh

 Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House is alarmed about the human rights situation Bangladesh; is particularly appalled that a large number of students have been killed or brutally injured whilst protesting against the Government’s quota system; notes Bangladesh Supreme Court’s latest ruling on the quota system but remains concerned for the safety of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024

International Criminal Court, Gaza and the Rule of Law

 Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House rejects attempts by the previous Government to undermine the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) right to seek an arrest warrant against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes, following the decision by the ICC Chief Prosecutor to issue applications for arrest warrants for a number of Israeli and …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2024
Carla Denyer signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th 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: 16
Independent: 11
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
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Public ownership of water

 Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House condemns the mismanagement and underinvestment which led to untreated sewage being discharged into English waterways for more than 3.6 million hours in 2023; notes that water companies in England have incurred debts of more than £64 billion and paid out £78 billion in dividends since they were …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1