26th April 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th April 2017
MOTABILITY 40TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Motability for reaching its 40th anniversary and for providing over four and a half million scheme vehicles; recognises the importance of Motability in helping disabled people, their families and friends have increased mobility and independence; and commends all those involved in the creation and continued support …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th April 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
SUCCESS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on its continued success in higher education league tables; notes that St Andrews was recently ranked first in Scotland and third in the UK by the Complete University Guide; further notes that this marks a rise in two places from 2016 …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
10 YEARS OF SNP GOVERNMENT
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the 10th anniversary of the SNP forming its first Scottish Government, led by Alex Salmond, following its victory in the Scottish Parliament elections held on 4 May 2007; further notes this first SNP administration established the Scottish Government out of the existing Scottish Executive and gave …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Independent: 1
11th January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2334
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House welcomes the Government's support for UN Security Council resolution 2334 concerning Israel's illegal settlement building in occupied Palestinian territory; notes clause 5 that resolution text which calls on all states to distinguish, in their relevant dealings, between territory of the state of Israel and the Palestinian territories …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
PRESS REGULATION AND SECTION 40
Tabled by:
Anne Main (Conservative - St Albans)
That this House notes the significant consequences for local, regional and national publications if the Government was to commence section 40 of the Crime and Courts Act 2013; recognises that the state should have no role in regulating publications; believes that the commencement of section 40 would curtail the freedom …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
VOTING SYSTEM FOR GENERAL ELECTIONS
Tabled by:
Chuka Umunna (Liberal Democrat - Streatham)
That this House welcomes the various collaborative campaigns to make votes matter by introducing a fair voting system; notes that petitions started since the 2015 general election calling for a fair voting system have gained over 500,000 signatures, and that recent polling suggests a significant majority of the public support …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
18th April 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th April 2017
DUNDEE TO HOST INTERNATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS COMPETITION
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the fact that the 7th World Union of Karate Federations World Karate Championships for All Ages will be held at Dundee Ice Arena from 12 to 17 June 2018, bringing more than 4,000 top athletes, supporters, coaches and officials from across the world; congratulates Dundee-based Kanzen …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th March 2017
BANK CLOSURES IN AYR, CARRICK AND CUMNOCK
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes with regret the decision of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to close its branches in Cumnock and Girvan; recognises that this decision follows the closure of RBS branches in Maybole and Dalmellington, the Bank of Scotland's closure in Maybole and the recent announcement by the …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) Amendment Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 376), dated 13 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be annulled.
43 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHARGES
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises that charges on the Child Maintenance Service Collect and Pay service are preventing parents and children from accessing maintenance; accepts that domestic abuse survivors are most at need of a Government service to help ensure maintenance is paid without contact between former partners, yet are among …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
28th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
IC CHANGE AND SHEILA MCKECHNIE AWARD FOR GENDER EQUALITY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Robyn Boosey, Becca Bunce and Rachel Nye from IC Change for winning the Sheila McKechnie Campaigner Award for Gender Equality; understands that those awards celebrate the best campaigns and campaigners across the UK; notes that the award for gender equality recognises people and groups campaigning, either …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
TRANSITIONING FROM ESA TO JSA
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends the People's Assembly Fife on its report on transition from ESA to JSA; understands that volunteers from the People's Assembly Fife undertook a project over the course of 2016 aimed at advising people who faced benefit sanctions and that this involved speaking to claimants at Kirkcaldy …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
JOHN MCGHEE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House sends its condolences to the family of D-day veteran John McGhee who sadly passed away in February 2017; commends him on his receipt of the Legion d'Honneur; acknowledges the valued contribution he has made to his country; praises the involvement he had in his local community and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
WORLD SCOTCH PIE CHAMPION 2017
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Brownings the Bakers of Kilmarnock on becoming the World Scotch Pie Champion of 2017; notes that Brownings the Bakers started in 1945 as a local family business in Kilmarnock and has grown into a well-known brand recognised for quality and their excellent Kilmarnock Pie; further notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
UN INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Naz Shah (Labour - Bradford West)
That this House welcomes the 2017 UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination as an opportunity to reaffirm and demonstrate its commitment to eradicating unlawful racial discrimination and promoting racial equality in the UK; is deeply concerned that 40 years after the 1976 Race Relations Act came into …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017
TAX CREDITS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Child Tax Credit (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 387), dated 14 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be annulled.
105 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 48
Labour: 39
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd March 2017
LOCAL NEWS MATTERS
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House celebrates the importance of quality local and regional news and whether provided online, by photographers, newspapers or local broadcasters; believes that access to local and regional news is essential to the quality of life, informed citizenship, and promotion of a flourishing of democracy in all our communities; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 16th March 2017
UN CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House regrets the findings of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, having conducted an inquiry under Article 6 of the Protocol to the Convention, that has identified serious and systematic violations of the Convention …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
28th February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Employment and Support Allowance and Universal Credit (Miscellaneous Amendments and Transitional and Savings Provisions) Regulations (S.I., 2017, No. 204), dated 23 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 February, be annulled.
78 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
MISHWAR AMAL - JOURNEYS OF HOPE FOR SYRIAN REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the efforts of Mishwar Amal, Journeys of Hope, which provides relief and support for communities in refugee camps located in the Akkar region of Lebanon, where nearly half the population consists of Syrian refugees; notes that the organisation, founded in May 2016 by Anthony Collins, originally …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th March 2017
AYR UNITED JOINS BREASTFEEDING-FRIENDLY FOOTBALL GROUND CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House warmly congratulates Ayr United Football Club on declaring Somerset Park as a breastfeeding-friendly football ground; commends The Honest Men's initiative as being a very positive and proactive step to making football grounds all across the country accessible to families, and women in particular; notes that almost 70 …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
23rd November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2017
AYR UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB AND BREASTFEEDING FRIENDLY POLICY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends Ayr United Football Club on making the progressive and significant step to proclaim the club to be breastfeeding friendly; welcomes the joint initiative between the Scottish Championship club and local breastfeeding advocates in Ayrshire; congratulates the campaigners on their local activities to encourage a range of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
CARER'S TRUST'S FOCUS ON HEALTH FOCUS ON CARERS (OLDER CARERS) PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the Carer's Trust on securing a grant of £46,801 from the People's Health Trust for its Focus on Health Focus on Carers (Older Carers) project; notes that the funding will enable North and South Ayrshire Carers Centres to improve the emotional and physical health of older …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
KIRKMICHAEL COMMUNITY SHOP AND CAFÉ
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Kirkmichael Village Renaissance on securing a £9,670 Awards for All grant; acknowledges that those funds will be used to improve and expand the village's community shop and café; recognises the impact this not-for-profit, community-run grocery store and café has had since its opening in 2010, saving …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
THE ZONE YOUTH COMMITTEE'S THE COMMUNITY EXCHANGE ZONE PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the grant of £20,156 to The Zone Youth Committee's The Community Exchange Zone project from the People's Health Trust; acknowledges that the funding will allow the youth group from Dalmellington to develop an allotment project on derelict ground which will include plots to be worked on …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
AFTON WATER LEISURE'S IMPROVING SERVICES FOR DISABLED SWIMMERS PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the grant of £25,000 to Afton Water Leisure's Improving Services for Disabled Swimmers project from the People's Health Trust; notes that the funding will enable Afton Water Leisure to install a hoist at New Cumnock Open Air Swimming Pool; further welcomes that wheelchair users or those …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
CARRICK ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Carrick Academy on securing a £9,940 Awards for All grant from the Big Lottery Fund; notes that the school will use those funds to replace equipment in its fitness suite, purchase table tennis equipment and secure training for three pupils to teach Zumba; recognises the importance …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
7th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th March 2017
GIRVAN YOUTH TRUST'S LET'S DO IT PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Girvan Youth Trust on securing a grant of £38,453 from the People's Health Trust for its Let's Do It project; notes that this project will deliver weekly one-to-one and group support sessions, and social outings for young people with additional special needs from Girvan; welcomes that …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Housing Costs Element for claimants aged 18 to 21) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 252), dated 2 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 March, be annulled.
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 26
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
BE PHONE SMART CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Greg Knight (Conservative - East Yorkshire)
That this House welcomes the BePhoneSmart.UK website which encourages drivers to not use their handheld mobile telephone whilst driving; notes that statistics from the 2016 RAC Report on Motoring shows that the levels of telephone use at the wheel has now reached epidemic proportions with one in three now admitting …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
ACCESS TO JUSTICE ON ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House takes notes of the UNECE Aarhus Convention, to which the UK is signatory, and notes the importance of access to justice in environmental matters; further notes the Second Progress Report of January 2017 by the Aarhus Convention Compliance Committee which finds that the UK is still not …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
PROTECTION OF WHISTLEBLOWERS MAKING PUBLIC INTEREST DISCLOSURES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is gravely concerned by the provisional recommendations in the Law Commission's review of the Official Secrets Act and other legislation; notes the ability of whistleblowers to make disclosures in the public interest is vital for democracy, press freedom and the well-being of the public; is shocked by …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
DEPORTATION OF IRENE CLENNELL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the deportation of Irene Clennell, who has been married to a British man for 27 years and has two British sons and a granddaughter, to Singapore, due to her spending periods of time in Singapore caring for her elderly parents and invalidating her residential status; notes …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
DUNDEE STREET MISSIONARY 'MA' SARAH JANE GALL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates a plaque being erected on Friday 3 March 2017 at 52 West Port, Dundee, in memory of well-known Dundee street missionary, 'Ma' Sarah Jane Gall; and notes that Sarah Jane, who was blind from her youth and often played her organ outside at the foot of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
GALGAEL TRUST
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the 20th Anniversary of the founding of an inspiring and life-changing community project based in Govan, the GalGael Trust, founded by the late Colin McLeod whose vision for the project is still upheld today; notes that this groundbreaking boat-building and woodcraft workshop upholds the proud Glaswegian …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
TERMINAL ILLNESS AND THE MARIE CURIE GREAT DAFFODIL APPEAL LAUNCH
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House recognises the impact of living with a terminal illness and highlights the need for care and support for all those affected; is deeply concerned that as many as 110,000 people across the UK who should have access to this high quality care and support are currently missing …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2017
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this notes that 3 March 2017 is Big Yellow Friday, and congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern there are over 100 different liver diseases …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month which takes place in March 2017; notes that over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer across the UK each year; is concerned that just one in five women are able to name the lead symptom of bloating; recognises that early diagnosis …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
MOST DESIRABLE PLACE TO LIVE IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the news that a recent study for Royal Mail identified the village of Neilston in East Renfrewshire as the most desirable place to live in Scotland; notes that the communities of Eaglesham, Giffnock and Newton Mearns, also in East Renfrewshire, featured in the study's top 10 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
DUNDEE UNITED UEFA CUP RUN 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the 30th anniversary of Dundee United's famous UEFA cup run that took the club all the way to the final defeating Barcelona and Borussia Monchengladbach on the way; notes that historic run was only brought to an end at a European final staged in the City …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
SIRENS NETBALL
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Sirens on making history by becoming the first Scottish team to join netball's Vitality Superleague; notes that a sell-out crowd of 3,700 people turned out to watch the Sirens take on the Wasps in its opening fixture at Glasgow's Emirates Arena; recognises that the Sirens …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
24th February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
PAYMENT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT TO DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIMS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the publication of the Scottish Government's response to the Consultation on Social Security in Scotland; understands that the Scottish Government will use the social security powers devolved in the Scotland Act 2016 to allow universal credit payments to be made to individuals, rather than households; believes …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
TREATMENT OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is shocked by the appalling treatment of migrants and refugees in Libya by state officials and illegal people trafficking networks, as depicted by the every powerful Ross Kemp documentary Libya's Migrant Hell, shown at a Parliamentary screening organised by the All-Party Parliamentary Human Rights Group; notes with …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
ROSS KEMP'S DOCUMENTARY ON LIBYAN MIGRANTS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Ross Kemp, producer Jamie Welham and director Marta Shaw on their outstanding documentary, Libya's Migrant Hell, a film that exposes the harrowing reality of the journey made by hundreds of thousands of people from sub-Saharan Africa as they try to make their way to Europe via …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st March 2017
ACTION TO TACKLE THE IVORY TRADE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises that African elephants are facing an unprecedented crisis with an average of one killed every 15 minutes for their ivory; welcomes the action taken internationally by the Government to combat the ivory trade and protect elephants in their natural habitat; further recognises that both the illegal …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2017
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SOUTH AYRSHIRE BEFRIENDING PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the South Ayrshire Befriending Project on securing a grant of £150,000 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; welcomes the valuable work the Project undertakes with disadvantaged young people in South Ayrshire who have limited adult support at home and are affected by issues including poverty, drugs, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
WORLD INDOOR BOWLS CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Irvine born and Troon resident Paul Foster MBE on winning his fifth World Indoor Bowls championship; appreciates the thrilling climax that he and his opponent, Greg Harlow, provided to end the tournament in a high-quality final that was an excellent advertisement for the sport; acknowledges that …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017
NUCLEAR WORKERS' PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House is greatly concerned about the proposed pension reforms to civil nuclear workers on Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estates; notes that during the course of the Enterprise Act 2016, these workers were also marked for a cap to be imposed on their exit payments, and were assured at …
127 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 87
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Crossbench: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SITE CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the Government's proposed closure of almost 100 Ministry of Defence sites across the UK; notes the detrimental impact these closures will have on civilian and military staff and their families; further notes the socio-economic impact on local communities; is further concerned by the lack …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th February 2017
VISIT TO PARLIAMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores recent actions taken by US President Donald J Trump, including his Executive Order on Immigration and Refugees, and notably his comments on torture and women; notes the historical significance and honour that comes with an invitation to address both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall or …
206 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 135
Scottish National Party: 49
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
18th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017
LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the 2015-16 parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 28
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
31st January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd February 2017
CLYDE REVOLT 1919 - COMMEMORATION
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2017
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
TRIDENT MISSILE TEST
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by media reports that a Trident II D5 missile malfunctioned during a test-firing in June 2016, heading towards the US rather than proceeding to its original target off the west coast of Africa; notes that the missiles, which are leased by the UK from the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Labour: 19
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
2nd November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 23rd January 2017
PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is concerned that UK international investment policy has not kept pace with commitments on human rights, the environment and international development, most especially that the formulation of existing Bilateral Investment Treaties may prevent partner countries from implementing policies to further progress in those areas, and that the …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Labour: 47
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Friday 20th January 2017
GINGERBREAD REPORT ON CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Gingerbread, entitled Missing maintenance; notes that when child maintenance goes unpaid by a parent, children lose out; deplores the disastrous record of the Child Support Agency in collecting unpaid child maintenance, which has resulted in almost £4 billion of outstanding arrears; …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 35
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2017
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GENOCIDE BY DAESH AGAINST THE YAZIDI PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House awaits an appropriate response from the Government to the genocide carried out by Daesh against the Yazidi people, who had been disarmed and were then abandoned by the Kurdish Regional Government; appreciates that this has left the community without a means of defence; recognises the need for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Friday 16th December 2016
GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the staff and students of Glasgow Kelvin College for becoming the first college in Scotland to achieve White Ribbon status; notes that 510 people have pledged their opposition to violence against women by taking the White Ribbon Scotland pledge; further notes that the pledge asks men …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Friday 16th December 2016
GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is alarmed by the post-election situation in the Gambia and the refusal of former President Yahya Jammeh to respect the democratic will of the people; notes that former President Jammeh initially indicated acceptance of the election's outcome before changing his position and questioning the validity of the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2016
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AYRSHIRE COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire Council on Alcohol on gaining an award of £9,952 from Awards for All Scotland; acknowledges the value of providing a library and a quiet area for reflection for the people who use its service; recognises the importance of free, confidential services for people who are …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2016
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PATNA STEERING GROUP
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Patna Steering Group on securing a £3,840 Celebrate grant; commends the group for its efforts to address anti-social behaviour and improving access to outdoor events within the community, as identified in its community action plan; appreciates that these funds will be used to facilitate a Gala …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
16th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th December 2016
DALRYMPLE COMMUNITY LANDSCAPE PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Dalrymple Community Landscape Project on securing a Celebrate grant of £5,000; appreciates that these funds will be used to celebrate community cohesion and involvement through a series of cultural events and activities; acknowledges the work done entirely by volunteers to aid the improvement of the local …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
16th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th December 2016
OCHILTREE COMMUNITY HUB
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ochiltree Community Hub on securing a £35,290 Scottish Land Fund award; appreciates that these funds will be used to purchase the site of the former village community centre and library through an asset transfer agreed with East Ayrshire Council; notes the proposal to build a new …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
7th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2016
CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House notes that approximately 5,000 infants and children pass away each year in the UK; further notes that the cost of children's funerals imposes a significant and unexpected financial burden on bereaved parents; recognises that some local authorities, as well as religious officiants and undertakers, currently waive all …
169 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 124
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
NEW COLLEGE, LANARKSHIRE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates New College Lanarkshire on winning 12 awards at the national skills competition, WorldSkills UK 2016, including four gold, two silver, and four bronze medals, and two highly commended awards across eight different skills resulting in the college winning the 'Best in UK' accolade for the third …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
GIFT CARDS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned to learn that an estimated £300 million has been lost to customers due to gift cards expiring, according to the UK Gift Card and Voucher Association; applauds the Sunday Post for highlighting this issue; calls on all companies who sell gift cards to remove arbitrary …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th November 2016
ROSA PARKS OF MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, US
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that on 1 December 1955 Rosa Parks took a seat and changed the world; recognises the courage of a young, black woman to challenge the white racist segregation of public transport and civic life in Montgomery, Alabama, US; thanks the NAACP who supported Rosa Parks after …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th November 2016
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THE WAR ON DRUGS
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes the report from the British Medical Journal, entitled the war on drugs has failed: doctors should lead calls for drug policy reform; notes that the report argues that all wars cause human rights violations, and the war on drugs is no different. Criminally controlled drug supply …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2016
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AYR LADIES NETBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this house commends Ayr Ladies Netball Club for gaining a £8,500 grant from Awards for All Scotland; recognises that the netball club is a voluntary sports organisation established in 1985; notes that the funding will be used to develop a walking netball session in five areas of Ayr to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
23rd November 2016
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CREATE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this house congratulates CREATE, Cumnock and Doon Valley Area, for obtaining a £3,595 grant from Celebrate; recognises the valuable work the group carrys out to promote arts activities and events in the local area; acknowledges the benefits that the group will bring by using the funding to hold a …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
23rd November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
CAMP 22
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Camp 22, Pennylands on the Dumfries House Estate on its £10,000 award through the Heritage Lottery Fund's Sharing Heritage programme; acknowledges the importance of protecting the site of the World War 2 Prisoner of War (POW) camp; and recognises the benefits the History of a WWII …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
23rd November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
GIRVAN AND DISTRICT ATTRACTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Girvan and District Attractions and Entertainment Association on their successful bid for funding from the Big Lottery Fund under the banner of Celebrate; recognises that Celebrate supports people to bring their local communities together, building stronger neighbourhoods and tackling social isolation; notes that Girvan Attractions was …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
23rd November 2016
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BURGH OF CLYDEBANK 130 YEAR ANNIVERSARY BY WORK AND BY KNOWLEDGE
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the 130 year anniversary of the Burgh of Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire; further recognises the debt owed to those who made the burgh their home and helped to create a powerhouse of 20th century engineering through the construction of the great liners of the Cunard Line, such …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 1
17th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM STANDARDS
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes with concern that a recent investigation by the consumer group Which? found that there are carbon monoxide alarms available to buy online in the UK that are not compliant with the BS EN 50291 industry safety standard; further notes that such noncompliant alarms can fail to …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS GEOBUS' 50,000TH PUPIL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews' Geobus on hosting its 50,000th pupil; notes that the geological education initiative is run by the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews and aims to educate young people across Scotland through workshops, active learning and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
DISABLED STUDENTS ALLOWANCE SCHEME
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House notes the importance of the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) scheme for disabled people in Higher Education and the beneficial effect it has on recipients' academic achievements; acknowledges that DSA is associated with improved degree qualifications that result in significantly increased earnings; condemns the Government's reform of DSA, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
OLD PARISH OF COLLESSIE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the communities which form the Old Parish of Collessie, Fife, as it existed at the time of both World Wars, specifically Collessie, Giffordtown, Charlottetown, Edentown and Ladybank, for the revival of an Armistice Day Service of Remembrance at the War Memorial, Giffordtown, which, in its observance, …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2016
37 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
AYRSHIRE PRIMARY SCHOOLS AND BREAKFAST CLUB AWARDS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the achievements of Ayrshire schools Tarbolton Primary and St Mark's Primary in winning the Kellogg's Breakfast Club awards for, respectively, the Best Breakfast Club in Scotland and the Long Life and Sustainability Award; values these breakfast clubs for their role in providing a nutritious start to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DAY
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House welcomes International Students Day, 17 November, notes the immense contribution that international students make to UK education, the economy and society; understands that other countries such as Canada, Australia and the US are outpacing the UK in terms of growth in the international education sector through a …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ARGYLL TALKING NEWSPAPERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Argyll Talking Newspapers, the Ardrishaig-based charity which in 2016 is celebrating its 30th anniversary of reading and recording local news for blind and visually impaired people in Argyll and Bute and across the highlands and islands of Scotland; notes that since 1986 tens of thousands of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
16th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. ANDREW'S PARISH, ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fr Michael Hutson and all the parishioners, past and present, of St Andrew's Church, Rothesay on the Isle of Bute on the occasion of the parish's sesquicentennial celebration, 150 years of the island's Roman Catholic community being officially recognised as a parish on Bute; acknowledges that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
SCOTTISH RUGBY LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates coach Steve McCormack, captain Danny Brough and the rest of the Scotland rugby league team on a thrilling 18-all draw against New Zealand, the world's number one ranked side, in their final group game of the Four Nations; notes that this is the first time that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House raises serious concern that the Government is considering abandoning its obligation to host the 2023 European Capital of Culture, to be launched in December 2016, because the event will take place four years after the planned date for the UK leaving the EU; notes that Dundee has …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
15th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ANTI-BULLYING WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes Anti-Bullying Week which takes place from 14 to 18 November 2016; acknowledges that this week is used to shine a spotlight on bullying and encourages all children, teachers and parents to take action against bullying throughout the year; expresses deep concern that the NSPCC states that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ELECTRICAL FIRE SAFETY WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House recognises the work of Electrical Safety First, a charity dedicated to preventing deaths, injuries and damage caused by electricity; notes that 21 November 2016 is the start of Electrical Fire Safety Week, which is run in conjunction with the Home Office Fire Kills campaign; further notes that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
14th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
DIAGEO PENSIONS DISPUTE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that Diageo closed its final salary pension scheme to new employees in 2005, replacing this with the Lifestyle Plan Pension Scheme; further notes Diageo's announcement that this replacement scheme will now be closed to new starters, without consultation, the final salary scheme closed completely, and that …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
REFUWEEGEE WINTER CLOTHES APPEAL
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House commends the Refuweegee Winter Clothes Appeal; notes that Refuweegee is a community led project set up to ensure that all refugees arriving in Glasgow are welcomed to the city in true Glaswegian style; supports the project's objectives to ensure that it provides everyone who wishes to make …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
WORLD DIABETES DAY
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports World Diabetes Day on 4 November 2016, when millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness of diabetes; congratulates the International Diabetes Federation for running this annual campaign; notes that diabetes currently affects 415 million people worldwide and is expected to affect 642 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
90TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SCOTS INDEPENDENT
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates the Scots Independent (SI) on the 90th anniversary of its first launch by the Scottish National League (SNL) in 1926; recognises that initially it was organised as the newsletter of the SNL, later to become the National Party of Scotland, which in turn merged with the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes the success of Scotland's Andy Murray in achieving the hard-won place as the men's number one ranked player in the world for tennis singles; celebrates the prestige and honour that Andy Murray has brought to his community, Scotland and the UK by representing everyone in the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
WORLD NUMBER ONE MEN'S SINGLES TENNIS PLAYER ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates and celebrates Andy Murray becoming the world's number one ranked men's singles tennis player; notes the success he has achieved this year in winning both the Wimbledon Championships and the Olympic Gold Medal, both for the second time; considers Andy a superb ambassador for his sport …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
GLENCORSE BARRACKS
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes with concern the announced closure of eight out of 22 military sites in Scotland, including the army barracks at Glencorse, Midlothian; further notes that there was no consultation over this closure which will have serious consequences for the local economy; considers that this must be a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
BOTTLE DEPOSIT RETURN SCHEME
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that a staggering 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day in the UK and that, along with cans, plastic bottles account for approximately 40 per cent, by volume, of all litter found in our environment; believes that a Deposit Return System will help ensure that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
EAST KILBRIDE FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates East Kilbride Football Club on its historic 27th successive win; notes that this surpasses Ajax's world record of 26 successive wins; wishes it all the best in its upcoming games; further congratulates the efforts of the manager Martin Lauchlan and all the players who have achieved …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
POSITIVE ABOUT YOUTH AWARDS 2016
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the winners and all of those who were nominated at the 2016 Positive About Youth Awards organised by Renfrewshire Youth Voice; recognises that this award ceremony celebrates the excellent work and achievements of young people in Renfrewshire; notes that this was the sixth annual awards ceremony …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
IRISH VICTORY OVER THE ALL BLACKS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Irish rugby team on its magnificent victory over the All Blacks for the first time in its 111 year history; further congratulates Head Coach, Joe Schmid; and dedicates the victory to Anthony Foley, and to his family, who recently passed away.
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
FASCALLY PARK DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Fascally Park Development Group on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; recognises that the group, based in Brora, Sutherland, has been a registered charity since 2015 and aims to provide recreational facilities to the local community; notes that the group have identified a …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
24th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
LAURA CAMPBELL AND LAURA'S APPEAL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates 16 year old Laura Campbell from Oban who through her campaign, Laura's Appeal, successfully persuaded 212 local people, including 101 of her fellow pupils at Oban High School, to register as potential bone marrow donors; applauds the remarkable support given to Laura and her family by …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
CATCH FISH AND CHIPS, GIFFNOCK
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Catch Fish and Chips in Giffnock on being named the top fish and chip restaurant in Scotland at the National Fish and Chip awards, organised by Seafish; appreciates their success against judging criteria including customer service, fish sourcing, staff training and menu diversification; and wishes them …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT (NO. 2)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that construction has begun on the Successor submarines as part of the programme to replace the Trident nuclear weapons system; is concerned that during the debate on the Address on 18 July 2016, Official Report, columns 6-114, the Government was unable to give an estimate for …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
UN INITIATIVE ON MULTILATERAL NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the UN Open-ended working group on Nuclear Disarmament concluded with the submission of a draft resolution to the UN General Assembly which calls for a conference to be convened in 2017 with a view to negotiating a legally binding instrument to prohibit nuclear weapons, leading …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
NUCLEAR WARHEAD CONVOYS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the publication of the Nukes of Hazard: nuclear bomb convoys on our road report, published on 21 September 2016, which documents the nuclear warhead convoys which are regularly driven across the UK; is deeply concerned that Freedom of Information requests have shown that these convoys have …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
PARLIAMENTARY APPROVAL OF NEGOTIATIONS ON THE UK LEAVING THE EU
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes the decision to leave the EU made in the referendum held on 23 June 2016; further notes that this decision did not call for the UK to leave the Single European Market and the Conservative Party manifesto commitment to safeguard British interests in the Single Market; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2016
CLYDESDALE BANK REFINANCING PRACTICES
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the June 2012 findings of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that there were serious failings in the sale of interest rate hedging products to some small and medium-sized businesses by Clydesdale Bank; further notes the earlier critical findings of the Treasury Select Committee that the voluntary …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Friday 4th November 2016
STANDING ROCK SIOUX RESERVATION AND THE NORTH DAKOTA PIPELINE
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the profound issues faced by the First Nations of the United States since European settlement; further recognises that members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe see the pipeline as a major environmental and cultural threat to the First Nations of the Americas; understands that historical and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd November 2016
DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN IN 1988
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes that the audio file of Ayatollah Montrazeri, former heir to Khomeini, in 1988, reveals new evidence about the massacre of more than 30,000 political prisoners in Iran's prisons in the summer of 1988 including women and children and all political prisoners who supported the opposition movement …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
2016 MÒD NAN EILEAN SIAR
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the Royal National Mòd and organisers, An Comunn Gaidhealachd, on the success of the 2016 Mòd Nan Eilean Siar; recognises that the Mòd is the world's largest annual celebration of Gàidhlig music, culture and art with thousands of competitors attending from all over the world; notes …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
26th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
CONGRATULATIONS TO GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY - VENUE OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Glasgow Women's Library, based in Bridgeton, on winning Venue of the Year at The Icon 2016 awards which celebrates UK diversity; considers that Glasgow Women's Library, a Recognised Collection of National Significance, is a beacon for feminist thought, history and performance; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th October 2016
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on being named Scottish University of the Year in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide for a second consecutive year, as well as being placed in the top 10 in the UK for excellent teaching quality and student experience and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th October 2016
ARRAN FERRY SERVICE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with concern the bid from Associated British Ports at Troon to take over the Isle of Arran ferry service from Ardrossan Harbour; further notes that Ardrossan has been the Ayrshire mainland port for Arran for 182 years; understands that Troon does not have its own harbour …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th October 2016
CASTLEHILL BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Castlehill Bowling Club in Carluke on securing £6,539 of funding through Awards for All Scotland; recognises that Awards for All is a joint awards programme from the Big Lottery Fund and SportScotland that focuses on awarding funding to smaller organisations with less than £250,000 annual turnover; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CARRICK COMMUNITY LEISURE GROUP
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Carrick Community Leisure Group (CCLG) on gaining an award of £129,855 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; acknowledges the value of providing a place where a wide range of activities can take place for people of all ages; recognises that without such a place many people …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CAIRN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Cairn Primary School on gaining an award of £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund; acknowledges the value of providing an all-weather fitness trail for primary aged children; recognises that not all young people have the funds to access such facilities outside of school grounds; and commends …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
YIPWORLD
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates yipworld.com on gaining an award of £49,108 from Young Start; acknowledges the value of providing an organisation which strives to give young people an opportunity to take pleasure in something they enjoy in a safe and inclusive environment; recognises the difficulties faced by voluntary organisations in …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
THE ZONE INITIATIVE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates The Zone Initiative on gaining an award of £90,402 from Big Lottery Fund's Medium Grants Scotland; acknowledges the value of encouraging community pride and engagement within the village of Dalmellington; recognises the difficulties faced by communities to try and gain funding to bring communities together; and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
BABY LOSS AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Baby Loss Awareness Week which runs from 9 October to 15 October 2016, involving 21 pregnancy and baby loss charities in the UK to mark the brief lives of babies lost in pregnancy or soon after birth; understands the devastating impact that baby loss has on …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CONCENTRIX END OF CONTRACT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the decision by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) not to renew the contract of American outsourcing firm Concentrix; understands that the Treasury has revealed 120 cases since October 2015 where Concentrix did not fully meet the performance standards laid out in its contract; notes that thousands …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
DEWAR HOUSE CARERS GROUP
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Dewar House Carers Group on securing £4,650 of funding through Awards for All Scotland; recognises that Awards for All is a joint awards programme from the Big Lottery Fund and SportScotland that focuses on awarding funding to smaller organisations with less than £250,000 annual turnover; notes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
LANARK TOLBOOTH HERITAGE CENTRE TRUST
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Lanark Tolbooth Heritage Centre Trust on securing £9,653 of funding through Awards for All Scotland; recognises that Awards for All is a joint awards programme from the Big Lottery Fund and SportScotland that focuses on awarding funding to smaller organisations with less that £250,000 annual turnover; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
GAS SAFETY WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes 2016's Gas Safety Week beginning on 19 September; further notes that this awareness week, which is organised by the Gas Safe Register, aims to highlight the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances, which can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning; notes that 5,123 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
25 YEARS OF GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Women's Library (GWL) on its 25th anniversary; welcomes that the library, now based in the city's Bridgeton area, has become a focal point for feminist thought, discussion and performance; further congratulates the GWL on being awarded status as a Recognised Collection of National Significance; notes …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
SFA GRASSROOTS AWARDS 2016 AND BLANTYRE SOCCER ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Blantyre Soccer Academy (BSA) for recently being named as the recipients of the Scottish Football Association's (SFA) Best Professional Club in the Community Award; notes that it will be presented with this award on 22 September 2016 at Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park; recognises that since …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
UK SKYDIVERS AT EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the success of the UK Skydiving teams, 4theQueen, Tyranno4us Rex, RAFSPA Lightning, TBC, 4sprung durch Technik, Pajama Pumas, PointsB4Friends and RAFSPA Raptor who will be representing the UK at the European Championships in Saarlouis, Germany; congratulates Tyranno4us Rex on becoming the 2016 AA class British Champions; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
LINLITHGOW FOLK FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates the organisers of the Linlithgow Folk Festival which is now in its 18th year; recognises that the festival is an important celebration of folk music in Scotland; further congratulates the Festival Association's success in bringing not only big names to the town of Linlithgow in recent …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CAITHNESS KLICS (2)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Caithness KLICS on its recent funding award of £126,661 through the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; recognises that KLICS provides support and encouragement to young people to help them develop their confidence and understand their potential, and aims to maximise opportunities for them; notes that the funding …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
TRANSFORMING TIMESPAN'S ARCHIVE PROJECT
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Transforming Timespan's Archive project on its recent grant of £55,400 from the National Lottery's Heritage Lottery fund; recognises that Heritage Lottery funding is awarded to projects that aim to sustain a wide range of heritage for present and future generations to learn from and enjoy; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
THE EMBO TRUST (URRAS EURABOIL)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates The Embo Trust (Urras Euraboil) on its recent funding award of £999,999 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; notes that the Big Lottery Funding focusses on helping people and communities most in need throughout Scotland; further notes that the funding will be used to refurbish the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
ST DUTHUS BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates St Duthus Bowling Club on its recent grant of £7,678 from the Awards for All Scotland funding; recognises that the Awards for All funding aims to help with the development of local projects; notes that the club plans to use the funding to upgrade its clubhouse …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
THE YOUNG KARERS EAST SUTHERLAND (TYKES)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Tykes on its recent grant of £10,000 from the Awards for All Scotland funding; recognises that Tykes is a charity which was established to provide information and support to children aged under 18 years of age who have a caring role within their family; notes that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th September 2016
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
OOR WULLIE BUCKET TRAIL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House acclaims the success of the Oor Wullie Bucket Trail in Dundee which raised £883,000 for The Archie Foundation and a twin operating suite at Tayside Children's Hospital; commends the work of The Archie Foundation and its partners Wild In Art, DC Thomson and Dundee City Council for …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
DEREK MCEWAN AND BARRY COOK COMPLETING THE ENDUROMAN ARCH TO ARC TRIATHLON
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Derek McEwan from Cambuslang and Barry Cook from East Kilbride for completing the Enduroman Arch to Arc Triathlon; notes that this challenge involved Derek and Barry running from Marble Arch in London to Dover, then rowing from Dover to Calais and cycling onto the Arc de …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CO-OPERATIVE SUPPORT FOR PIRAP
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House highly commends the Co-operative for becoming the first retailer to back the Plastics Industry Recycling Action Plan (PIRAP) and welcomes the company's appeal to others to support this very worthy initiative; notes the conscientious position that the company has taken in encouraging more organisations in the supply …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
JAMIE MURRAY AND BRUNO SOARES DOUBLES TITLE VICTORY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Dunblane's Jamie Murray and Brazil's Bruno Soares on their win in the US Open Men's Doubles final; notes that this achievement follows victory by the pair in the Australian Open tennis championships earlier in 2016; commends both players on the example they set for young tennis …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
POLAR OCEAN CHALLENGE
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the great British explorer David Hempleman-Adams and his team on-board the 42 foot aluminium hulled yacht, Northabout, for successfully transiting the North East Passage and the North West Passage, thereby circumnavigating the North Pole in a single Arctic summer on 12 September 2016; notes that this …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
MISSING TYPE CAMPAIGN 2016
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Missing Type campaign, which began on 15 August 2016, for raising awareness of the very urgent need to increase the number of blood donors; understands that the first Missing Type campaign took place in 2015 and succeeded in its aim of visually and publically displaying …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
TONGUE AND FARR SPORTS ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Tongue and Farr Sports Association on its recent grant of £3,189 from the Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland; recognises that this community facility serves the Sutherland and Caithness areas with an aim of promoting healthy living and exercise to the benefit of local communities through …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISAS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the important role of international students in the UK higher education sector; further notes that 68,550 international students studied in the UK in 2015; recognises that international students contribute a net value of £2.3 billion a year to the economy, along with a great cultural investment; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the importance of Suicide Prevention Week 2016, beginning on 5 September 2016, and of World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September 2016, in raising awareness and understanding of an issue which deeply affects so many people; offers condolences to all those who have lost a friend …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
THE BAGEL BASKET AND THE FOOD AWARDS 2016
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the success of Aileen and Stewart Currie on their café, The Bagel Basket in Largs, being awarded Best Café and Bistro in Scotland in the Food Awards Scotland 2016; recognises the hard work and commitment of Aileen, Stewart and their staff in delivering an exceptional service …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
8th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
MALAWI FOOD CRISIS
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House welcomes the £24 million announced by the Government to support Malawi in the ongoing food crisis; notes with concern that Malawi is facing severe famine with an estimated 6.5 million people in that country identified as requiring emergency food assistance over the coming months; further notes that …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
MISS ABBY KANE AND THE RIO 2016 PARALYMPICS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House wishes great success for Miss Abby Kane of Largs in the Rio 2016 Paralympics; congratulates Abby on her accomplishments thus far in the sport of swimming and on becoming the UK's youngest Paralympian of Team GB 2016; commends Abby on all her hard work, resilience and professionalism …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
BONE MARROW DONATION
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises that three year old Ava Stark, of Lochgelly in Fife, has been diagnosed with inherited bone marrow failure, an extremely rare blood condition which requires her to receive regular blood and platelet transfusions; understands that Ava's condition necessitates a stem cell transplant in order to guarantee …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CONGRATULATING LOCHGELLY GALA VOLUNTEERS
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends the many years of hard work by Eileen McKenna, Helen Ross and Christine McGrath in their respective roles as Lochgelly Community Development Forum's chairperson, treasurer and secretary; recognises the contribution they have made throughout the Lochgelly community and most recently through the organisation of the Lochgelly …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CANADIAN DECLARATION ON RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and congratulates the Federal Government of Canada on adopting in full the UN Declaration on Rights of lndigenous People; recognises the profound issues faced by the First Nations of Canada since European settlement; further recognises the worrying trends of high levels of attempted suicides highlighted by …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 44
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JARROW MARCH
Tabled by:
Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House commemorates with pride the 80th anniversary of the inspirational Jarrow Crusade; salutes the 200 jobless men who set off for London on 5 October 1936 to highlight the grim reality of life without work; commends the proud marchers who wanted Parliament to understand they were orderly, responsible …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
SECURITY AT SELLAFIELD
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House is deeply concerned by the hazards at Sellafield exposed by the BBC's Panorama documentary, Sellafield's Nuclear Safety Failings; notes that these failings include the storage of radioactive waste in degrading plastic bottles and 97 incidents of staff shortages; further notes with concern the potentially catastrophic damage that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
ACCESS TO PAYPAL IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with concern and surprise that the worldwide online payment system, PayPal, is not available to use for Palestinians living in the West Bank and Gaza, despite it being available to users in Israel and Israeli settlers living in the occupied West Bank; recognises that the situation …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND REPORT
Tabled by:
Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House welcomes the Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) report, Paying More to be Poor, which examines the causes and impacts of the poverty premium on low income consumers in Scotland; applauds CAS for its work drawing attention to this issue and highlighting the ways in which low income consumers …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
REVIEW OF EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the growing casualisation of the labour market, and in particular the unwarranted blanket use of zero-hours contracts by highly profitable companies, such as Sports Direct, as well the bogus self-employment model adopted by companies, such as Deliveroo, Hermes and Uber, that undermine legal obligations …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
DUNFERMLINE'S HERITAGE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the initiative by local Dunfermline historian, Sheila Pitcairn, in highlighting the importance of the seven Scottish kings, two queens and three princes interned within Dunfermline Abbey; calls on Historic Scotland to recognise the true potential of Dunfermline as a must-see heritage hotspot and as the home …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
UN COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the concluding observations of the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights on the UK's sixth periodic report, published by that Committee on 14 July 2016; welcomes the Committee's recommendations to the Government to reverse the cuts in social security benefits introduced by the Welfare …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
6th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
THE STORR LOCHS MONSTER
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House celebrates the first public unveiling of a 170-million year old Jurassic predator fossil that was discovered on a beach near SSE's Storr Lochs Power Station on the Isle of Skye; notes that it is the most complete skeleton of a sea-living reptile from the age of dinosaurs …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th October 2016
MARSHALL ISLANDS
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation on Nuclear Weapons (NPT) Review Conference met again at the United Nations in New York in April and May 2015; understands that the UK signed up to and ratified the NPT in 1968, including Article VI, which creates an obligation …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th October 2016
BIG LOTTERY FUND - LONDON OLYMPICS REPAYMENT
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House supports calls for the Government to repay the £425 million that it borrowed in 2007 from the Big Lottery Fund to help fund the shortfall in money needed to pay for the London Olympics and Paralympics; understands that the money was to be paid back when assets, …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016
IMMIGRATION POLICY
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses serious concern over the future direction of immigration policy in the UK following proposals announced by senior Government Ministers speaking at the Conservative party conference, including plans for private companies to record the number of foreign workers in their employ; believes that a person's suitability for …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
CHANNEL 4'S YEAR OF DISABILITY AND UK PARALYMPIANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House welcomes Channel 4's Year of Disability and the commitment to broadcasting over 700 hours of coverage from the Paralympic Games in Rio in Summer 2016; commends the diversity of Channel 4's presenting and production teams in Rio, which includes the largest ever team of disabled presenters on …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016
GLOW GOLD SEPTEMBER CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Glow Gold September campaign which aims to raise the profile of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by encouraging iconic buildings to illuminate their facade in gold; notes that the campaign was started in Edinburgh by parents whose children were diagnosed with cancer and …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND'S REPORT, LIVING AT THE SHARP END
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House welcomes Citizens Advice Scotland's report, entitled Living at the Sharp End, which analyses the causes and impact of periods of no income for Citizen Advice Bureaux clients in Scotland, and notes that such periods are most often caused by issues caused by the Government's regressive austerity-fuelled welfare …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
WEVOLUTION AND NESTA'S 2016 NEW RADICALS
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates WEvolution's recognition as one of Nesta's 2016 New Radicals; notes that it brings people together in its Self-Reliant Groups (SRGs) which are the first of their kind in the UK; further notes that these groups exist across Scotland notably Women @ Work based at St Paul's …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY PENTLANDS
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates Dementia-Friendly Pentlands on its recent nomination for Scotland's Dementia Award in the category of Best Dementia-Friendly Community initiative and its continuing work in creating a dementia-friendly Scotland; and encourages the Government to work with devolved parliaments, civic society and pharmaceutical companies to improve the lives of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN FEES GUARANTEE TO EU STUDENTS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the comments from the Principal and Vice Chancellor of the University of Aberdeen, Professor Sir Ian Diamond, clearly stating the University's continued commitment to EU students; notes that he has offered assurances that the University will work with all concerned to ensure that the voice of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) new strategy Helping Great Britain work well; recognises that 1.2 million people a year suffer from work-related illness and thousands die from diseases caused by work; commends the Strategy's renewed focus on occupational health as a key …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
2016 ROLLER DERBY MEN'S WORLD CUP
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House wishes all the best to the Home Nations competing in the 2016 Roller Derby Men's World Cup in Calgary this month; notes that 20 teams representing countries from five continents will come together to play in Calgary from 21 to 24 July 2016; hopes that the tournament …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
DEATH SQUADS IN THE PHILIPPINES AND PRESIDENT DUTERTE
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the extra-judicial killings of drug users in the Philippines; expresses the deepest concern that the killings come as a result of newly inaugurated President, Rodrigo Duterte, telling citizens to form death squads and in his words to go ahead and kill drug …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes with concern that around 50 people a year still die as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning; highlights the recent research undertaken at Liverpool John Moores University which indicates it is low income households that are most at risk of monoxide poisoning; and calls on the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is very concerned about the situation in the Gambia with the continuing crack-down on freedom of expression, assembly and association, illustrated by the death in April of Solo Sandeng, Secretary of the opposition United Democratic Party, after being detained for participating in a protest in Banjul; is …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
MANDELA DAY AND THE LEGACY OF NELSON MANDELA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House remembers with respect and love, in the week of his birthday, the incredible legacy left by Nelson Mandela to the world; acknowledges that to many Africans he was known simply as Madiba; endorses the message behind Mandela Day that all citizens of the world should endeavour to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
MINING AT GONG-NGON LARI, TIBET
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes with concern the treatment of protesters in Amchok, Tibet who were highlighting concerns about the environmental damage being caused by gold mining at Gong-ngon Lari; further notes that this site has occasioned at least 30 non-violent protests; notes the latest protest occurred in early June with …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHANGING PLACES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that standard accessible toilets do not meet the needs of all people with a disability; acknowledges that many people with conditions including muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis and spinal injuries need extra facilities to allow them to use toilets safely and comfortably; applauds the tireless and ground-breaking …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
RETIREMENT OF NOLEEN DELENEY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Noleen Deleney to the catering services of the House of Commons on the occasion of her retirement from the House after 29 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution in ensuring members feel welcomed and able to carry out …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 24
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
EU HIGHER EDUCATION LINKS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that many UK university matters and projects are connected with the EU, in particular its visiting student population and research projects; notes that EU undergraduate student levels in most British higher educational establishments are now so high as to contribute a significant proportion of their …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
PNEUMOCONIOSIS AND GRANT OF PROBATE
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned about the decision of the Department of Work and Pensions to include a requirement that relatives of deceased mineworkers be required to accompany any application with a Grant of Probate, the purpose of doing so to apparently reduce the overall amount of compensation payable under …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
DRESS CODES FOR WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the right of employers to determine a dress code for public-facing staff but does not accept that they have a right to insist on the compulsory wearing by female employees of high heels which cause short-term discomfort but long-term conditions such as hallux valgus, bunions and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
TELEGRAPH/ALDI SCHOOL CHAMPION AWARD WINNER, CORMACK O'HARA
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates 15 year old Cormack O'Hara of Newton Mearns on his outstanding achievement in winning a Telegraph/Aldi School Champion Award; notes that Cormack, who attends Williamwood High School, is autistic, and has epilepsy and severe anxiety, which made transitioning to high school two years ago very challenging; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
20th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
VIOLENCE IN BURUNDI
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes and condemns the escalating political violence in Burundi; highlights the alarming number of alleged killings, torture, arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances that have occurred there since President Nkurunziza defied the constitution and stood for a third term in office in April 2015; recognises that over 250,000 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
REPORT ON THE VOLKSWAGEN EMISSIONS SCANDAL
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes the Third Report of the Transport Committee, on Volkswagen emissions scandal and vehicle type approvals, HC69, which criticises Volkswagen for its deception in the recent emissions scandal; recognises that the company acted with a cynical disregard for emissions limits which exist to protect human health; criticises …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 47
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
KANZEN KARATE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Kanzen Karate Scotland on their recent outstanding success at the World Union of Karate Federations World Karate Championships 2016, which were held in Dublin between 15 and 19 June 2016 and attracted over 2,000 international karate athletes; notes that the Kanzen 13 to 14 year-old Girls …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th July 2016
AYR CHORAL UNION AND SCOTLAND SINGS MILESTONE AWARD
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that Ayr Choral Union is currently celebrating 140 years of choral singing in Ayr and that, in recognition of this, it has been awarded the Scotland Sings Milestone Award for 2016; and admires the dedication of the choir members in raising the funds required to hire …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2016
8TH AYR BOYS' BRIGADE COMPANY
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ethan Toner from the 8th Ayr Boys' Brigade Company, based at St James Parish Church in Ayr, who has gained his Queen's Badge; recognises that this is the highest award that a boy can achieve in the Boys' Brigade; notes the opportunities that organisations like the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2016
CHAMPIONSHIP FOOTBALL FOR AYR UNITED FC
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayr United FC for gaining a much deserved return to the Scottish Championship; recognises that the penalty shoot-out victory over Stranraer in the play-off final was the first time in 60 years that the Honest Men were able to clinch a title on home turf; commends …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2016
SCOTTISH BOXING
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Donny McPike, the 11 year old boxing champion from Coylton, on his recent sporting successes; commends his recent victories in the Scottish Intermediate Championships for 36 kilos, the Western District Championships and his defence of the Scottish title for the second year in a row; recognises …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2016
GAMBLE AWARE WEEK
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the launch of Gamble Aware Week which runs from 18 to 23 July 2016; notes that this initiative is now in its second year; recognises the outstanding work that charities such as GamCare, RCA Trust and Gordon Moody do, working together with the betting industry to …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th July 2016
AUTISM-FRIENDLY SHOPPING AT INTU BRAEHEAD
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes an initiative launched by intu Braehead to make the shopping centre more autism-friendly; notes that staff at intu Braehead have been given specialist training by Scottish Autism to better understand the challenges facing people with autism and what can be done to support them and their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
30th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
ERSKINE HOSPITAL CENTENARY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes the 100th anniversary of Erskine Hospital; notes that Erskine Hospital provides unrivalled nursing, residential, respite and dementia care for veterans and spouses in homes in Bishopton, Glasgow and Edinburgh; appreciates the very high standard of care that staff and volunteers have provided to over 85,000 veterans …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
EAST KILBRIDE REFEREE AND EURO 2016
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates referee Bobby Madden from East Kilbride in being selected as part of the Scottish Football Association (SFA) officiating team at the UEFA Euro 2016 Football Championships in France; notes that he is part of a strong Scottish presence at the tournament; welcomes the UEFA recognition of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT'S STANDING COUNCIL ON EUROPE
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the formation by the Scottish Government of an expert-led Standing Council on Europe tasked with advising Scottish Ministers on how best to secure Scotland's relationship with the EU whilst protecting Scotland's wider interests and objectives as the country begins to enter discussions and negotiations with European …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
ATHLETIC MEDAL AWARDS AND DOPING
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the tremendous efforts and achievements of all British athletes that have represented the UK in international competitions in their various disciplines; congratulates those who have won medals and also those who came close in these competitions; commends them on their excellent sportsmanlike conduct and value for …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
WORLD BENZODIAZEPINE AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House is aware that 11 July 2016 is World Benzo Awareness Day and that this is a campaign which seeks to raise awareness of the dangers of benzodiazepine drugs and the mis-prescribing of them; believes that global awareness of the severe problem of prescribed benzodiazepine drug dependency is …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
BOMBINGS AT ISTANBUL'S ATATURK AIRPORT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the attacks in Turkey and expresses deepest sympathies to the families of those killed or injured; stands as one against those responsible for the horrific attacks; and will continue to preserve the democratic, human rights of all those living in the UK and beyond.
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
PERFORMANCE OF NHS LANARKSHIRE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the success of NHS Lanarkshire for exceeding the national improvement aim to reduce hospital standardized mortality rates (HSMR) by 20 per cent; notes that the HSMR provides a starting point to assess the factors that can influence mortality and identify areas of improvement; acknowledges that HSMR …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
SECTION 75 EMPLOYER DEBT
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses concern that changes to pensions legislation intended to ensure that employers meet their pension scheme liabilities are causing unintended financial difficulties for small business owners in non-associated multi-employer pension schemes, including the Plumbing and Mechanical Services (UK) Industry Pension Scheme; notes that the section 75 employer …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
THE HOUSE OF LORDS AND THE OUTCOME OF THE EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the arguments of Vote Leave during the EU referendum process around the importance of democracy and the electorate holding decision-makers to account; further notes that as part of the UK's withdrawal from the EU both Houses of Parliament will have a significant say on many of …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE CIVIL SERVICE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes that performance management systems operating in central government departments are discriminatory and unfair; recognises that analysis of the government data by academics from Keele University indicates that there are statistically significant differences in performance outcomes based on gender, age, grade and working patterns and, particularly, in …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
NORTHERN IRELAND FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland football team on its first European Championship finals; commends the national team and the fans for their conduct on and off the field and congratulates the Green and White Army on the manner in which they conducted themselves abroad, resulting in well-deserved fame …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
EURO 2016 AND NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland football team for its brilliant performance in the 2016 European Championships in France; recognises the hard work and dedication of manager Michael O'Neill, the squad and all those involved with the team; welcomes the great example that the Green and White Army displayed …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
CENTENARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME
Tabled by:
Tom Elliott (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the Battle of the Somme which began in 1 July 1916 and lasted until 18 November 1916; solemnly remembers the 58,000 British and Commonwealth casualties suffered on the first day and the subsequent 420,000 British, 200,000 French and 500,000 German casualties; recognises the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2016
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Independent: 4
27th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
GLASGOW HOSTS HOMELESS WORLD CUP 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow on hosting the Homeless World Cup (HWC) 216; notes that 64 teams representing 52 countries will come together to play in George Square from 10 to 16 July; welcomes the support of Glasgow Caledonian University, Act Global, STV, Tesco, Glasgow City Council, Scottish Government and …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
27th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
MR. CHRIS WIECZOREK AND COMPANY HELP FOR VETERANS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Mr. Chris Wieczorek of Bo'ness, and his company Wizz Properties Limited based in Falkirk, on efforts to help veterans in Scotland back on their feet, by providing them with renovated accommodation, and work, in order to help them adjust to civilian life after service; notes that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
27th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW 2016
Tabled by:
Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland on its 176th show and another successful year holding the event in lngliston; notes that the show generates over £46 million for the Scottish economy every year and brings a significant number of jobs and tourists to Edinburgh …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
XENOPHOBIA AND POLITICAL DISCOURSE
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House recognises the hugely positive contribution made by nationals of other countries, including other EU countries, to the UK's economy, society, communities and families; condemns the xenophobia, racism and hostility that many are encountering; believes that political discourse and rhetoric both during, and for many years prior to, …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
27th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day on 28 June 2016 on behalf of the science and engineering community; notes the timely theme of Science After the Referendum: What Next?; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serving the public interest by …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th June 2016
TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attacks on innocent civilians celebrating Pride Month at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; extends its sincerest condolences to the whole of the US; recognises the tragedy as an attack of …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th June 2016
ORLANDO ATTACK
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House condemns the homophobic attack in Orlando, Florida that is estimated to have killed 50 people and wounded 53 more in what is considered to be the deadliest mass shooting in recent US history; welcomes the vigils that are being held in cities across the world with communities …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 46
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
CUMNOCK JUNIORS COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Cumnock Juniors Community Enterprise on its £6,232 Awards for All grant from SportScotland; notes the charity's efforts to encourage regular participation in sport and physical activity in an inclusive, affordable, ethical and fair manner; supports the aims of encouraging people of all ages and abilities to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
AYR FISHING VILLAGE YOUTH PROJECT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Dunure Village Youth Club on winning the Time to Shine Arts and Creativity Award at the National Youth Worker of the Year Awards 2016; acknowledges the significant contribution to the lives of young people in Dunure of bringing art and youth work together; recognises the vibrant …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
CARRICK RUGBY SHIELD VICTORY
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Carrick Rugby Club on its victory against Highland/Inverness in a tense day at Murrayfield for the BT Shield; recognises the club is one of the few in Scotland to offer a comprehensive rugby section of the curriculum at a state owned school; acknowledges the partnership that …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
DALMELLINGTON BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Dalmellington Bowling Club on its £10,000 Awards for All Scotland grant from the Big Lottery Fund; notes the benefits the club brings to the local community in providing a hub for sports events and facility hire for weddings and funerals; acknowledges the difficulties faced by small …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
ACCESS TO EMPLOYMENT AYR LIMITED
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Access to Employment Ayr Limited on gaining a £258,453 grant from the Big Lottery Fund's Investing in Communities: Life Transitions fund; acknowledges the value of providing an employability service and support to those who want to move on from a criminal past and addictions; recognises the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
FRIENDS OF HILLSIDE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Cumnock-based charity Friends of Hillside on receiving a £8,274 Awards for All Scotland grant from the Big Lottery Fund; acknowledges the value of providing support for children with additional support needs; recognises the difficulties faced by children with disabilities in accessing bespoke IT equipment suitable for …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
TACKLING HOMELESSNESS
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates South Ayrshire Escape from Homelessness Ltd on securing £507,187 in funding through the Investing in Communities: Life Transitions fund; appreciates that this funding will be used to deliver pre-tenancy support to 650 people, as well as a befriending service and a group for women who have …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
POWERBOAT P1 SCOTTISH GRAND PRIX OF THE SEA
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes the hosting of the inaugural Powerboat P1 Scottish Grand Prix of the Sea, which is being held in Inverclyde on 18 and 19 June 2016; understands that the potential economic impact of the event is estimated to be approximately £2.5 million; recognises that Inverclyde’s location and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
GIRVAN YOUTH TRUST
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Girvan Youth Trust on securing £82,597 from the Big Lottery Fund’s Medium Grants Scotland; appreciates that this grant will fund a programme of activities aimed specifically at young people with additional support needs; further appreciates the benefits experienced by the young people of Girvan and surrounding …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
9th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2016
EAST RENFREWSHIRE ATHLETE AND THE PARALYMPICS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Andrew Mullen on his selection to represent Paralympics GB in para-swimming at the 2016 Rio Paralympics; reflects on the commitment, dedication and hard work which Andrew has put in; applauds the support of the World Class Performance Programme, with funding from the Government and National Lottery …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
8th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING OLYMPIC SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates the four University of Stirling swimmers, Duncan Scott, Robbie Renwick, Ross Murdoch, and Craig Benson, who have been chosen to represent the Team GB swimming team at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games; celebrates the talents of these Scottish swimmers; hopes that these four swimmers compete in …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
NATIONAL UNION OF STUDENTS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House condemns the offensive comments made by Conservative Party MSP Murdo Fraser labelling the National Union of Students (NUS) bigots; commends the long and proud history that the NUS has of campaigning and working for equality, including through its dedicated liberation and anti-racism campaigns; understands that when the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
MARY'S MEALS AND THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Scottish charity Mary's Meals on being awarded the Queens' Award for Voluntary Services; notes that Mary's Meals provides school meals for thousands of children worldwide through a network supported by over 65,000 volunteers; believes that the work done by Mary's Meals makes a significant contribution …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
THE EU AND PEACE IN EUROPE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House acknowledges that in the period preceding the establishment of the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957, which later became the European Union (EU), there were a great many conflicts in Europe, including two World Wars; notes that the University of Uppsala, Sweden has identified that Europe has …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
NIGHT TIME INDUSTRIES
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House celebrates the economic, social and cultural importance of the UK's night time industries, which include bars, pubs, nightclubs and restaurants enjoyed by millions each week; recognises that night time industries contribute £66 billion to the UK economy each year, account for six per cent of GDP and …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the Queen's Speech contained a reference to plans to secure the long-term future of the Trident nuclear weapons system; further notes that figures show that the estimated lifetime cost of Trident replacement is at least £205 billion; is concerned that the funds spent on nuclear …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
GLOBAL ABOLITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the UN Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on Nuclear Disarmament met in Geneva in May 2016, where a proposed treaty to ban all nuclear weapons was discussed and attracted widespread support; is dismayed that the Government has refused to participate in the OEWG; is concerned that …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
CHILDREN AND ARMED CONFLICT IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes the UN Annual Report on children and armed conflict which has noted alarming trends relating to the number of children directly involved in the current conflict in the Yemen; recognises the work carried out by Save the Children in this area; supports calls made by Save …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
SANDS AWARENESS MONTH CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that June 2016 is SANDS Awareness Month; appreciates that during this month the charity will work hard to increase awareness of stillbirth and neonatal death; understands that the impact of losing a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly afterwards is devastating for all those …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
UK'S RELATIONSHIP WITH SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with considerable concern the Government's continued support for the government of Saudi Arabia; is dismayed by continuing serious and systematic human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, such as the severe restriction of freedom of expression, association and assembly, the use of the death penalty and flogging, …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Labour: 31
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
PASSING OF MUHAMMAD ALI
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House mourns the passing of Muhammad Ali; conveys deepest sympathies at this time of sorrow and grief to his family and friends; recalls with great affection the way in which he promoted boxing whilst also being a strong advocate for human rights and equality, and that he really …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
NORTH AYRSHIRE MUSIC SERVICE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates North Ayrshire Music Service on its many achievements during the 2015-16 school session, as it continues to offer fantastic opportunities for children to become involved in music-related activities in school and in extra-curricular environments; notes that funding from Creative Scotland Youth Music Initiative has allowed every …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
PENSIONERS AND POVERTY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern at the findings of the recent report by Independent Age, entitled The overlooked over-75s, that an estimated 20 per cent of older pensioners are living in poverty; and urges the Government to take immediate remedial action to reduce this figure so that those who have …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
150th ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1866 VOTES FOR WOMEN PETITION
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of the first mass petition for women's suffrage on 7 June 1866 which marked the start of the organised campaign for votes for women; salutes the many women who organised it and gathered signatures including Barbara Bodichon, Emily Davies, Elizabeth Garrett and Helen …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 27
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
COMMON WHEEL PROJECT, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Common Wheel project, based in the Maryhill area of Glasgow, on its first 15 years as a registered charity; recognises that it is one of Glasgow's most highly valued mental health charities and provide a social rather than medical method of supporting people towards mental …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF UN PEACEKEEPERS 2016
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the International Day of UN Peacekeepers was first observed on 29 May 2003, the date in 1948 on which the first UN Peacekeeping mission began operations; understands that there are now 104,733 uniformed UN peacekeeping troops from 123 countries working alongside 13,000 police and thousands …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
CARERS WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes this year's annual Carers Week, organised by Carers UK, which runs from 6 to 12 June 2016; notes that this is an awareness campaign dedicated to highlighting the contribution of the UK's 6.5 million unpaid carers whilst spreading the word about support available to those who …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
SLAVERY IN MAURITANIA
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House welcomes the release of Mauritanian anti-slavery activists Biram Dah Abeid and Brahim Bilal Ramdhane following a decision by the Mauritanian Supreme Court; also welcomes the news that two slave owners, Sidi Mohammed Ould Hanana and Hlehana Ould Hmeyada, have been convicted by the Supreme Court for slavery, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
COMMUNITY OPEN GARDENS, SHORTLEES
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Community Open Gardens Shortlees in Kilmarnock on its successful Awards for All Scotland grant of £8,415 from the Big Lottery Fund; commends the effort to bring a community garden to life in an urban environment; recognises the benefit and skills such a project can bring to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
ONTHANK MEN'S CLUB
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House commends Onthank Men's club in Kilmarnock for providing an opportunity for men of pensionable age in Onthank to share skills and interests, build friendships and reduce social isolation; recognises the importance of keeping mentally and physically active in old age and the benefits of relationships and extended …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
KIM LITTLE, FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR 2016
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House congratulates former Mintlaw Academy pupil Kim Little on being voted the BBC's Women's Footballer of the Year 2016; notes that the Seattle Reign player topped a supporters' poll to become the second winner of the BBC World Service award; recognises that Kim, who was born in Aberdeen, …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
LADIES NATIONS INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates the Scottish team of Kylie Walker, Carly Booth and Laura Murray for its victory in the Ladies Nations Invitational Golf Tournament in Amsterdam; welcomes the innovative nature of this new tournament which involves a three day, nine-hole match play tournament; and hopes that this new approach, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
ACCESS ALL AREAS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned that discrimination against assistance dog owners is widespread, with three-quarters of owners surveyed in the UK refused access to a business; recognises that owners of assistance dogs are entitled by law to access goods and services without discrimination; applauds the efforts of Guide Dogs for …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2016 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the barbaric, cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; is appalled at the theft of domestic pets and rounding up of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
HEADWAY CEREDIGION
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House notes that each year as many as one million people attending hospitals in the UK will have sustained a head injury; further notes that 135,000 of those people are confirmed as having a traumatic brain injury and are admitted to hospital; recognises that brain injury can cause …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
DOUGLAS PARK NURSERY, LARGS - COMMUNITIES AND FAMILIES FUND
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Douglas Park Nursery in Largs, North Ayrshire, on recently being awarded £4,604 from The Communities and Families Fund, a joint venture funded by the Big Lottery Fund and the Scottish Government, which seeks to secure the best start in life for children in Scotland; commends the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
GUIDE DOGS RESTRICTIONS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that guide dog owners and other assistance dog owners are still, even though it is illegal, frequently turned away from places and businesses simply because they have a dog with them, this practice being common place amongst taxi and private hire vehicle providers which often …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
PUPPY FARMING
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the report Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
FUTURE OF COAL AND CARBON CAPTURE
Tabled by:
Ronnie Campbell (Labour - Blyth Valley)
That this House believes in a low carbon economy, but that coal is a crucial bridge to that economy and with commercially deployable Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and ultra-super critical coal-fired power stations, coal can be, and should be, part of that UK low carbon energy generation mix beyond …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS DAY FOR CROHNS AND COLITIS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises International Awareness Day for Crohn's and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD); calls for further IBD nurses to be made available; and thanks all professional staff and carers who help those suffering from Crohn's and colitis.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
75TH ANNIVERSARY OF PROGRESSIO - PEOPLE POWERED DEVELOPMENT
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates the international development and human rights charity Progressio on its 75th anniversary; recognises its expertise in supporting some of the world's poorest and most marginalised people, especially women, to challenge unfair power structures and empower themselves; notes and supports its current work in fragile states like …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
EGYPT AIR FLIGHT MS804
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with sadness the loss of Egypt Air flight MS804 travelling from Paris to Cairo; sends its thoughts, prayers and sympathies at this time of grief to the families of the 66 passengers who lost their lives; and calls on the Government to give every assistance in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
SWADDLE LANARKSHIRE
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Swaddle Lanarkshire on securing £7,200 of funding through the Big Lottery Communities and Family Fund; commends its efforts in setting up a pre-loved baby and children's shop in Hamilton town centre; recognises the initiative of the charity to create a parenting space within the shop to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
PENSIONS CONTRIBUTIONS IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recognises that people working in Northern Ireland at ages 14 and 15 between 1947 and 1957 paid National Insurance contributions, but that these do not count towards their pension, which is calculated by taking into account contributions made from age 16 only; acknowledges that this impacts Northern …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
INDEPENDENT ADVOCATES FOR TRAFFICKED CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Fiona Mactaggart (Labour - Slough)
That this House notes the independent evaluation of the Child Trafficking Advocates pilot project, provided by Barnados and funded by the Home Office, which concluded that advocates assisted in keeping trafficked children safely visible once they started working with them, made relationships of trust and credibility with the children and …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 22
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House regrets, despite it being illegal for 200 years, that organised dog fighting is still a daily occurrence in the UK; abhors this horrendous abuse as among the worst that can be inflicted on an animal; believes that penalties should be increased to ensure that the punishment reflects …
149 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 40
Conservative: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
SCOTLAND RUGBY SEVENS VICTORY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland team for winning the HSBC World Sevens Series cup in London; notes that this was not only its first cup win since the Series started in 1999 but its first final appearance; commends the team’s spirit for the thrilling manner of victory in scoring …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
HIROSHIMA VISIT
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House warmly welcomes the announcement by President Obama that he will visit Hiroshima to highlight his continued commitment to pursuing the peace and security of a world without nuclear weapons; and encourages the Prime Minister, David Cameron, to join President Obama in visiting Hiroshima to support the Presidential …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
FIXED-ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been a widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the Gambling Act was passed in 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 23 TO 29 MAY 2016
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House welcomes and supports the advent of Children's Hospice Week, the UK's awareness and fundraising week for the 49,000 children and young people with life-shortening conditions, their families and the palliative care services that support them; recognises the huge contribution that hospices and children's palliative care charities play …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
THE 4TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2016 marks the fourth anniversary of the UK Government becoming a signatory to the Istanbul Convention on violence against women and girls; expresses disappointment that the Government, despite outlining their commitment to do so several times, has still failed to ratify this important …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
ROYAL SOCIETY OF EDINBURGH PRIZES
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates three outstanding scientists from Dundee and St Andrews universities, each of whom has been awarded prizes from the Royal Society of Edinburgh; recognises Professor Geoffrey Gadd, a world pioneer in the field of geomicrobiology at the University of Dundee College of Life Sciences who has been …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
PAMIS DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Promoting a more inclusive society (Pamis) on receiving the GSK Impact award which, in association with the King's Fund, gives access to £30,000 worth of funding; notes one of the many initiatives that led Pamis to win the award was its digital passport project which creates …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
INVERARAY AND DISTRICT PIPE BAND 2016 GRADE 1 BRITISH CHAMPIONS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Pipe Major Stuart Liddell and everyone involved with the Inveraray District Pipe Band on becoming Grade 1 British Champions for 2016; recognises the remarkable achievement of Stuart and others in creating a brand new pipe band in mid-Argyll just over a decade ago and then leading …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
JEAN ARMITAGE'S RETIREMENT FROM ALZHEIMER'S SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Jean Armitage to the further understanding and awareness of the needs of people living with dementia in Argyll and Bute, on the occasion of her retirement from Alzheimer's Scotland, after 22 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution as …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016
CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes with concern the Government's decision to omit Civil Nuclear Constabulary Officers from the entitlement to retire at 60 held by officers of Home Office Police Forces; further notes that carrying arms is obligatory for Civil Nuclear Constabulary Officers; understands that the work of a Civil Nuclear …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016
NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that 15 to 21 May 2016 is National Epilepsy Week, and congratulates the work of SUDEP Action and other charities to raise awareness, promote research and provide information and support for those affected by the condition; further notes with concern that people with epilepsy are 11 …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016
RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 was the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made provision …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016
MUIRFIELD GOLF CLUB DECISION TO EXCLUDE WOMEN MEMBERS
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House condemns the decision by the all-male Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, Muirfield Golf Club, to vote to continue to exclude women from full membership; notes that while a majority of members did support a change to the club’s rules, regrettably a small minority were able to block …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016
SHETLAND GAS PLANT
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates the opening of the Shetland Gas Plant which provides a boost in confidence to the North Sea oil and gas sector and makes Scotland self sufficient in gas for many decades into the future; and encourages the Government to devolve the control and stewardship of those …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 1
18th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016
STEPHANIE INGLIS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to extend its support and very best wishes to Commonwealth Games athlete Stephanie Inglis, who is presently critically ill in hospital in Vietnam; in doing so recognises the extraordinary efforts of her family, friends and all the thousands of members of the public who have already …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th May 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th May 2016
CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY-RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House expresses grave concern at the failure of the Government to ensure parity in respect of terms of service between officers of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary and the Home Office police forces and Police Scotland; notes that the Department of Energy and Climate Change, as the sponsoring agency …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th April 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th April 2016
OFFICE OF THE SCOTTISH CHARITY REGULATOR 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) as it celebrates its 10th anniversary and notes that throughout its time as Scotland's charity regulator, its focus has been on targeting its effort and resources on maintaining the public's confidence in charities; acknowledges that work continues as …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 44
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th April 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016
FIONA SEMPLE, UNIVERSAL HEALTH VISITOR OF THE YEAR 2016
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fiona Semple, the health visiting team leader at Campbeltown Hospital in Argyll and Bute, on becoming the 2016 UK Universal Health Visitor of the Year; acknowledges Fiona's 33 years of dedicated service to the NHS and to serving the needs of the people of the Kintyre …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th April 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
DUNDEE DISCOVERY WALK
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House applauds the installation of ten bronzed plaques commemorating significant figures from Dundee's past into flagstones forming Discovery Walk, a centrepiece of Dundee's waterfront regeneration; congratulates the team who supported the idea and in particular the project originator Kelly Marr and the artist who designed the plaques, Suzanne …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th April 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL YOUTH WORKER OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates local Dundee youth worker Barry Jordan on being named Scotland's National Youth Worker of the Year; commends his personal campaign to ensure the rights of local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people; applauds the work of Allsorts, the LGBT Youth Group for young people aged …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th April 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
SCOTTISH STEEL TASKFORCE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the Scottish Government's extensive efforts in finding a new owner for the steelworks at Dalzell and Clydebridge in Lanarkshire, including the establishment of the Scottish Steel Task Force, which was a constructive group of partners including Tata Steel, North and South Lanarkshire Councils, trade unions, political …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
HYPERMOBILITY SYNDROMES AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes the first Hypermobility Syndromes Awareness Week campaign organised by the Hypermobility Syndromes Association (HMSA), taking place from 22 to 29 February 2016, which encourages earlier recognition and diagnosis and needs-led interventions; notes that around 1.5 million people in the UK are affected by a hypermobility syndrome, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 24th March 2016
UK-MALAWI TAX TREATY
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the renewed focus from the Government and the government of Malawi to renegotiate the double taxation treaty between the UK and Malawi, and the UK Financial Secretary to the Treasury's statement that the new treaty is close to conclusion; notes with concern that the existing treaty …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
TYCOON IN SCHOOLS HIGHLY COMMENDED AWARD WINNER
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Zack Griffin, of Eastwood High School, on his success in winning the Tycoon in Schools 2015 Highly Commended award, presented at Buckingham Palace by competition founder and star of Dragons' Den, Peter Jones CBE, and HRH The Duke of York; applauds the initiative which Zack showed …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
AUSTRALIA AND THE MARITIME BOUNDARIES OF TIMOR LESTE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the right of all nations to legally binding maritime boundaries; notes with disappointment that, almost 14 years after international recognition of Timor Leste, East Timor as an independent state, the Australian Government has refused to agree permanent maritime boundaries with Timor Leste in accordance with current …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
THE EDGE AWARD FOR BARRHEAD FOUNDRY LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the team at the library at Barrhead Foundry on winning a prestigious The Edge Award for the innovative way that it provides its service to the public; applauds the innovative and inviting use of targeted library space within the Foundry; commends the East Renfrewshire library staff …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
NATIONAL DEFENCE MEDAL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that all those who serve in the UK armed forces do so knowing that this will require a great deal of personal sacrifice and will have a profound impact on their families; acknowledges that all military service involves an acceptance of substantial risk of injury, or …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
17th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
THURSO HIGH SCHOOL S3 NETBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the S3 Thurso High School netball team on its recent victory in the semi-final of the Scottish Cup against Arbroath Academy; commends it on its excellent effort, dedication and hard work that has allowed it to compete at national level, representing both Thurso High School and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
HIGHLAND STONEWARE
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the positive impact of Highland Stoneware as a major contributor to the economies in Lochinver and Ullapool; congratulates the company on creating job opportunities and attracting tourism to both areas in Ross-Shire and Sutherland, respectively; commends it on its hard work and efforts in building and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
UNIVERSITY OF HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS GOLF TEAM
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the University of Highlands and Islands Golf Team on its fantastic achievement in reaching the final of the British Universities Golf Championship; recognises the disadvantages the team has faced in travelling, in often difficult conditions, over many hours to reach courses to play its challengers; commends …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
BRAW CHOCOLATE
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Braw Chocolate, a social enterprise developed, operated and managed by students of Dornoch Academy in Sutherland, on the recent launch of its online ordering facility; notes that the facility will allow ordering of handmade chocolates, truffles and fondants by customers across the globe; commends all students …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
BEITH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST - BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Beith Community Development Trust (BCDT), in Beith, North Ayrshire, for being awarded £150,000 from the Big Lottery Fund in March 2016, as part of the Medium Grants Scotland programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which assists a number of organisations in securing …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
AYRSHIRE COMMUNITIES EDUCATION AND SPORT (ACES) - BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire Communities Education and Sport (ACES), based in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, on being awarded £150,000 from the Big Lottery Fund in March 2016, as part of the Medium Grants Scotland programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which assists a number of organisations in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
PAUL DI RESTA AND FORMULA ONE
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Paul Di Resta of Bathgate, West Lothian, on his recent return to the pinnacle of motorsport by his appointment as reserve driver in the Williams Formula One team for the 2016 season; notes Scotland's long history with motorsport from Jim Clark and Jackie Stewart to David …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House commends the inclusion of an explicit target to end all forms of modern slavery in the UN Sustainable Development Goals; recognises that modern slavery not only has a devastating impact on individual victims but also has catastrophic implications for international development by impeding health, economic growth, rule …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
RENFREWSHIRE PROVOST COMMUNITY AWARDS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House recognises all of those who won an award and were nominated for Renfrewshire Council's Provost Community Awards, held on 11 March 2016; notes that 70 nominations were submitted and that the awards ceremony is designed to recognise local community activists for their selfless dedication to others; congratulates …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL OBAN ECO-COMMITTEE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House recognises the great work being done by all the pupils of Park Primary School in Oban, particularly those on the school's Eco-Committee who have been working so hard to make, not just their school but their town, Argyll and Bute, Scotland and the wider world a cleaner, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
14th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
FIFE MIGRANTS FORUM
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Fife Migrants Forum (FMF) on having reached its fifth anniversary in March 2016; notes that, over these last five years, the charity has played a pivotal role in welcoming refugees to Fife and supporting them in their transition to life in the UK; commends the charity …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
14th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
CLYDEBANK BLITZ, 75th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House marks the 75th anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz, which, on 13 and 14 March 1941, involved the bombing of what were seen by the Nazi regime as strategic military targets, including the John Brown shipyard, Beardmore shipyard, Admiralty Oil Storage and Singer Sewing Machine factory, then, munitions …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
DEMOLITION OF PALESTINIAN HOMES BY ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Alan Duncan (Conservative - Rutland and Melton)
That this House condemns the major escalation in demolitions by the Israeli government in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; notes that 293 structural demolitions have taken place in the first six weeks of 2016, including numerous homes; expresses concern for the devastating effects such demolitions have on innocent civilians; further notes …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
BRIDGE CHURCH COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Bridge Church Community Action Project in North Ayrshire, on being awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016 as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing funding …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
KILWINNING SPORTS CLUB BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Kilwinning Sports Club, in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, on being awarded £800 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016 as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing funding for a …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
PIRNMILL VILLAGE ASSOCIATION BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Pirnmill Village Association on the Isle of Arran in North Ayrshire on being awarded £1,200 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016, as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
PENNYBURN REGENERATION YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE (PRYDE) BIG LOTTERY FUND AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates the Pennyburn Regeneration Youth Development Enterprise (PRYDE), in North Ayrshire, on being awarded £9,500 from the Big Lottery Fund in February 2016, as part of the Awards for All Scotland grant programme; commends the work of the Big Lottery Fund, which supports smaller organisations in securing …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
COLD WATER ISLAND TOURISM CONFERENCE 2016
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes the second Cold Water Island Tourism (CWIT) Conference, which is to be held from 14 to 16 March 2016 on the Isle of Arran, following what it considers the tremendous success of that conference in 2015; notes that CWIT is an initiative to promote, celebrate and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
GREENER KIRKCALDY
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House welcomes the £138,159 grant awarded to Greener Kirkcaldy as part of the Big Lottery Fund's Medium Grants Scotland initiative; acknowledges that this funding will help Greener Kirkcaldy in the delivery of its community-led activity programme, which brings the community of Ravenscraig in Kirkcaldy together to develop its …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
9th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
FIFE CARERS CENTRE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Fife Carers Centre on its recent award of £253,709 from the Big Lottery Fund's Investing in Communities: 21st Century Life programme; recognises that the funding will assist the Centre in delivering its Carers in Charge programme, which helps carers cope with their role, enhances family and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
YOUTH AND PHILANTHROPY INITIATIVE PRIZE
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Dalkeith High School pupils Murray Thomson, Jamie Roseburgh, Raja Kaliq and Finlay Blackie in winning the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative prize; notes the importance of the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative which encourages young people to become responsible citizens by helping them to choose a local charity …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
9th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
SIMON PUTTOCK
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Simon Puttock from Newtongrange, Midlothian, on winning the Bookbug Readers Award in the three to seven years category for his picture book entitled Mouse's First Night at Moonlight School which was voted for by children all over Scotland; recognises his commitment to the Scottish Book Trust …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
22nd March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
DUNFERMLINE ADVOCACY-WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the importance of Dunfermline Advocacy who work with vulnerable adults with learning difficulties across West Fife, particularly in light of World Down Syndrome Day, held on 21 March; commends it for providing invaluable support friendship, giving service users a chance to be represented and their voice …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 14th March 2016
EMBARGO ON ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an immediate embargo on the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia in light of alleged international humanitarian law violations relating to the conflict in Yemen; acknowledges that on 25 February 2016 the European Parliament voted for a European Union-wide embargo on the sale of arms …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
9th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 10th March 2016
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 246), dated 25 February 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 March 2016, be annulled.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
8th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
ST PATRICK'S DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 17 March each year marks St Patrick's Day; understands that this day is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures and heritage of the island of lreland, as well as highlighting the massive contribution that Ireland and its diaspora has made in shaping nations across …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
TACKLING RACISM CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House commends the Member of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Aberdeenshire East, Kain McLeod, on his efforts to tackle racism; condemns unreservedly all forms of racism and supports initiatives to tackle this blight on our society; notes the massive level of youth engagement evident across the whole of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
BAN ON MICROBEADS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the biological and toxicological harm caused by microbeads, tiny plastic particles used as exfoliating agents in a variety of cosmetic products such as scrubs, soaps and toothpaste; further notes that in the US a ban on microbeads in cosmetic and personal care products will …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 29
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
3rd March 2016
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COUNTRY DEFINITIVE STAMPS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the need for equal availability and formatting of Scottish country definitive stamps; notes that at present regular first and second class stamps are available in self-adhesive booklet form; further notes that country definitive stamps should be available in the same format as regular postage stamps to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2016
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ROSSLYN CHAPEL
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the Great China Welcome Chartermark awarded to Rosslyn Chapel by VisitBritain to acknowledge the Chapel's efforts to welcome Chinese visitors; notes that the Charter has over 300 members; further acknowledges that visitors to the Chapel from China have doubled in the last five years; further notes …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
2nd March 2016
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LEWIS SHILLINGLAW
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Lewis Shillinglaw from Loanhead, Midlothian, on receiving the Make a Difference Award for 2016 at the Scottish Parliament; recognises the amount of time and effort Lewis put in to volunteering with Thornton Rose, Riding for the Disabled; notes that the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, presented the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
2nd March 2016
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UN CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION AND PUNISHMENT OF GENOCIDE
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the recent resolution of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and the recent motion of the European Parliament each of which identifies the slaughter by Daesh of Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq as the genocide that it is; notes the recent …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2016
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MEALS DAY
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the celebration of the fourth International School Meals Day on 3 March 2016; commends the work that schools across the globe are doing to raise awareness of the importance of the nutritional quality of school meal programmes and healthy eating; congratulates Children in Scotland which manages …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
2nd March 2016
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LIVING WAGE AND WORKERS IN THE WATER INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Angela Smith (Liberal Democrat - Penistone and Stocksbridge)
That this House notes that the 18 water companies in England, Scotland and Wales retained excess profits of £1.2 billion over the last five years; further notes that UNISON is campaigning to get all water companies to sign up as Living Wage employers; applauds South East Water, Scottish Water, Northumbria …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2016
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REAY HALL
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Reay Hall Committee on its recent Awards for All grant of £5,764; notes that the group maintains the former school building and works to ensure it sustains its position at the centre of local community life by providing facilities and activities; recognises that the grant …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
2nd March 2016
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INVERGORDON ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates lnvergordon Academy on its recent Awards for All grant of £600; notes that the grant will be used by the school to buy tents to enable more opportunities for students to develop and enhance useful skills through participating in the Duke of Edinburgh expedition award section; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
2nd March 2016
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THURSO HIGH SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Thurso High School on its recent Awards for All grant of £5,000; notes that the grant will be utilised by the school to fund transportation and accommodation costs of extra-curricular competitive events outside Thurso; and commends the school's excellent efforts, dedication and hard work that will …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
2nd March 2016
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HOME START EAST HIGHLAND (FORMERLY HOME START ROSS & CROMARTY)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Home Start East Highland on its recent Big Lottery Fund's Investing in Communities: 21st Century Life award of £513,212; notes that Home Start East Highland's five year project aims to develop and expand the current service to benefit isolated and vulnerable families across a wide geographical …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
2nd March 2016
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KYLE OF SUTHERLAND DEVELOPMENT TRUST (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust on its recent Big Lottery Fund's Investing in Communities: Growing Community Assets award of £1,000,567; notes that the Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust operates to regenerate the local economy and that this award will allow the Trust to create a new …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
2nd March 2016
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TAIN TENNIS CLUB
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Tain Tennis Club on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; notes that the grant will be used by the club to replace the hitting wall and mini court that require upgrade, and a new ServeAce facility that will allow members to develop and enhance …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
2nd March 2016
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THE SCOTTISH SURFING FEDERATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Surfing Federation on its recent Awards for All grant of £5,000; notes that the grant will be used by the Caithness-based organisation for a bespoke judging trailer for its 2016 event; commends its exceptional hard work and efforts in hosting the Scottish National Surfing …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
1st March 2016
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GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Glasgow Film Festival (GFF) took place from 17 to 28 February 2016; recognises that this year's GFF, which was hosted in the Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) and several other iconic venues across Glasgow, hosted 60 UK film premieres and recorded over 42,000 admissions to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st March 2016
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SAFER BIRTHS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is shocked that more than 3,500 babies are stillborn in the UK every year, one of the worst rates in the developed world so that the UK currently ranks 21st out of 49 similar high income countries; is aware that more babies die in the womb or …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
1st March 2016
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SALE OF PETS IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is seriously concerned about the practice of animals being advertised as potential pets on UK websites, including on Gumtree, Preloved and others on which the advertisements include offers of free to good homes; believes such exploitation of animals is not in their best interests, nor is it …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
1st March 2016
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RB CUNNINGHAME GRAHAM
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House remembers RB Cunninghame Graham who was first elected to Parliament in 1886 and who died on 20 March 1936; notes that he was a Scottish politician, writer, journalist and adventurer, that he entered Parliament as a radical Liberal Party member standing on a platform of the abolition …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th February 2016
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CITIZENS ADVICE NETWORKS AND ASSISTANCE WITH PRIVATE PARKING CHARGES
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the important work carried out by Citizens Advice networks across the UK in highlighting that the private parking industry, with the assistance of the DVLA and a flawed system of industry self-regulation, is increasingly acting as a mechanism for debt creation; notes the response to Written …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
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INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO COMPASS ASYLUM CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House expresses its serious concern about the allegations in The Times Scotland on Thursday 18 February of dehumanising treatment, neglect and poor standards of accommodation for those seeking asylum in the UK who have been dispersed to Glasgow; notes that these allegations pertain to Orchard and Shipman in …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
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COMMEMORATING ELEANOR RATHBONE
Tabled by:
Louise Ellman (Independent - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House commemorates the long-term champion of women's suffrage, social reform and refugee rights, Eleanor Rathbone, on the 70th anniversary of her death; notes her many achievements as the first female member of Liverpool City Council and as Member of Parliament for Combined English Universities from 1929 until the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2016
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RECOGNITION FOR STEVENSWOOD LIMITED
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises the manufacturing company Stevenswood Limited for its inclusion in the list of 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2016, administered by the London Stock Exchange Group; further recognises that this company, based in Livingston, is one of the 56 Scottish small and medium-sized enterprises profiled in the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
25th February 2016
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GENDER BASED PRICING
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes the recent research into gender pricing which shows that products targeted at women were, on average, 37 per cent more expensive than those targeted at men; further notes the research by Aviva in 2012 which estimated an annual difference of £200 between items priced according to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
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SCOTTISH REFUGEE COUNCIL'S KEY PRINCIPLES OF PROTECTION
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Refugee Council's Key Principles of Protection launched to mark the end of its 30th anniversary year, which witnessed ever greater numbers of people fleeing for their lives in pursuit of safety, and the highest number of displaced persons since records began; believes that the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
24th February 2016
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INAUGURAL EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly welcomes the announcement that Glasgow and Berlin will co-host the inaugural European Championships between 1 and 12 August 2015; notes that athletics will be held in Berlin, aquatics in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Loch Lomond, gymnastics and cycling in Glasgow, golf in Gleneagles and rowing and triathalon …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
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ADELE PATRICK: SCOTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Adele Patrick, Glasgow Women's Library's (GWL) lifelong learning and creative development manager on being crowned the 53rd Evening Times Scotswomen of the Year; greatly appreciates her efforts over the past 25 years to build GWL into an internationally-recognised museum; notes that the GWL is a …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
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COALYARD PROJECT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the Larkhall community for its successful campaign to save the Coalyard tearoom and laundry from South Lanarkshire Council's proposed cuts; understands that the Larkhall Community Council collected 5,885 signatures on a petition opposing the decision to cut this worthwhile project; recognises the significance the decision will …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
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CARNEGIE UK TEST TOWN GRAND FINAL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Carnegie UK Test Town Grand Final will be taking place in the Briggait and Saltmarket in Glasgow between 25 and 27 February 2016; congratulates the 12 outstanding finalists from Walthamstow, Great Yarmouth, Huddersfield, Heanor, Ellesmere Port, Carmickfergus, Enniscorthy, Perth, Falkirk, and Bridgend who were …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
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FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes Fairtrade Fortnight 2016, which runs from 29 February to 13 March, and this year's Big Fairtrade Breakfast theme; commends the work done by schools and community and faith groups across the UK in promoting Fairtrade Fortnight; notes the difference made to producers in the developing world …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2016
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COMPENSATION FOR WAR WIDOWS
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the changes announced in 2014 which allowed war widows or widowers who lost their spouse or cohabiting partner in service in the armed forces before 6 April 2005, and had not remarried by 1 April 2015, to retain their war widow pension for life regardless of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
24th February 2016
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ERIC BROWN
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with regret the passing of Leith-born Captain Eric "Winkle" Brown, the world's most experienced pilot and the Royal Navy's most decorated aviator; celebrates his unique record in flying more different types of aeroplane than anyone else, some 487 in total, an achievement unlikely to be surpassed, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
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SOUTH LANARKSHIRE SCHOOL BUS CAMPAIGNERS
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates all of the people across the South Lanarkshire Council area who campaigned to prevent the withdrawal of school bus services for some pupils; recognises that concerted and consistent pressure from campaigners has led to the reversal of the plans by the local authority; agrees that school …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2016
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TAX CREDITS OVERPAYMENTS
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes with concern the 1.6 million tax credits awards which were overpaid in 2013-14; acknowledges that this amounts to 30 per cent of the total awards paid and that 159,000 of the overpayments were made to households whose claim should have been terminated; believes that many overpayments …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2016
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USE OF UK AIRBASES FOR US AIRSTRIKES IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House is disappointed that the Secretary of State for Defence has authorised the US use of UK bases, in particular RAF Lakenheath, for US airstrikes in Libya; notes that such action has not been the subject of debate or a vote in the House of Commons; believes that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2016
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SCOTS GAELIC AND GOOGLE TRANSLATE
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House applauds Google on introducing Scots Gaelic to its Translate application; considers it an important cultural language and icon in the constituency of Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch, across the Highlands and Islands and Scotland as a whole; hopes that the audio-verbalisation available on other languages will soon be …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd February 2016
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SYRIAN AIRSTRIKES
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House deplores the double airstrike attack on the Médicins Sans Frontières-supported hospital in Idlib Governorate, Syria, on Monday 15 February 2016, which killed nine staff and 16 patients; notes the UN's comments that such airstrikes are a blatant violation of international humanitarian law; condemns the bloody spasm of …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2016
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LET'S BUILD A HOUSE PROJECT FOR RECONSTRUCTION IN NEPAL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the challenge facing the people of Nepal following the earthquake that struck on 25 April 2015, last for just 45 seconds, but causing widespread devastation and changing lives forever, with over 8,000 fatalities and over six million families rendered homeless; records with concern recent estimates that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd February 2016
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ARMED FORCES AND VETERANS STRATEGY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends the Scottish Government's publication of a renewed Armed Forces and Veterans Strategy, Renewing Our Commitments, launched on 23 February 2016 by Veterans Minister, Keith Brown; congratulates the Scottish Government on its ongoing commitment to supporting our service personnel and veterans; notes the important achievements of the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2016
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ARTIST'S RESALE RIGHT
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House recognises and values visual artists' contribution to the UK's thriving creative industries and its economic value; notes that it is estimated that for every £1 of GVA generated by the arts and culture industry, an additional £1.43 of GVA is generated in the wider UK economy; agrees …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2016
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USE OF DOGS IN PRODUCT TESTS
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House expresses concern about the use of dogs in the testing of products already tested on other species; notes the need to minimise burdens on industry as it seeks to develop new products; and supports the proposal by Cruelty Free International for the Government to urge a review …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th February 2016
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DISABILITY AWARENESS TRAINING FOR SECURITY STAFF
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House is concerned by recent reports of discrimination by security staff, in particular door staff in clubs and bars, against people with disabilities; notes with concern the lack of focus on disability in the training specifications set out by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), which regulates the private …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2016
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WOMEN'S AID AND HOUSING BENEFIT
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House is concerned about the impact of the Government's planned changes to housing benefit on vulnerable people, particularly women and children across the UK who are fleeing domestic violence; notes that the Government has said changes to funding arrangements for supported accommodation would be cost neutral and is …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th February 2016
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UK DEFENCE AND THE EU AND NATO
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes comments from Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of NATO, who stated that a strong EU, with a strong Britain, is good for NATO; and notes that EU membership enhances and complements the military security provided by NATO and that the UK can and does play a leading …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th February 2016
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COSTS OF PENSION SHARING
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that the fees imposed on consumers when splitting their pensions are excessive, often involving very little work and appear out of kilter with other charges; notes that the Government does not regulate this market and that it is dominated by five or six large pension providers …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
8th February 2016
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UK FOREIGN POLICY ON THE DEATH PENALTY
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House reiterates its opposition to the use of the death penalty under any circumstances; notes with concern the Government's recent decision to abandon its death penalty strategy at a time when executions in countries such as Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have hit record numbers; further notes with deep …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
SAFER INTERNET DAY CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 9 February 2016 is the annual, worldwide Safer Internet Day, which this year focuses on playing your part for a better internet; further notes that the UK Safer Internet Centre co-ordinates this campaign in the UK, which sees hundreds of organisations get involved to help …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th February 2016
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DADI JANKI
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates the life and work of Dadi Janki as she turns 100; notes that she has dedicated more than 70 years of her life to the work of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University; recognises the spriritual leadership that she provides to many people; further recognises the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th February 2016
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NUCLEAR WEAPON-FREE WORLD
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House welcomes the work of the UN Working Group on Nuclear Disarmament to develop legal measures, legal provisions and norms for achieving a nuclear weapon-free world; condemns the Government for voting against these important new talks; reminds the Government of its obligation under Article VI of the Nuclear …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th February 2016
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THE NHS BURSARY
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …
156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th February 2016
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PROTECTING IRAQI CIVILIANS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes with concern the plight of displaced people in Iraq; further notes the Amnesty International report, Banished and Dispossessed: Forced Displacement and Deliberate Destruction in Northern lraq, and the UN Report on the Protection of Civilians in the Armed Conflict in Iraq: 1 May -31 October 2015, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th February 2016
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PEACEMAKING AND AID IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes the growing need for peacemaking and provision of aid to civilians in Syria and that civilians are being besieged and starved in Madaya and other Syrian towns; further notes that the use of explosive weapons in populated areas has become a common practice by the Syrian …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd February 2016
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MILITARY INTERVENTION IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes with concern the reports that the UK is preparing to provide weapons and support to tackle Daesh extremists in Libya; condemns reports that a team of RAF and intelligence personnel met recently in Tobruk to draw up potential targets for airstrikes in Libya; calls on the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd February 2016
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FIGHTING IN SOUTH-EAST TURKEY AND CASE OF TAHIR ELCI
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is deeply concerned by the sharp escalation in fighting in South East Turkey and the negative effect on the civilian population caught between the PKK and the Turkish Government forces, especially in Cizre, Silopi, Sur and Diyarbakir; notes with considerable alarm that the imposition of numerous temporary …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd February 2016
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SLAVERY IN MAURITANIA
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House notes that Mauritania consistently ranks among the worst countries in slavery indexes with between four and 20 per cent of the population living as slaves, most of them women from the Haratin ethnic group, and with slave status often being passed between generations; further notes that purported …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd February 2016
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THE LODGE ON LOCH GOIL AND UK COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL OF THE YEAR AWARD
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates the Lodge on Loch Goil on winning the UK Country House Hotel of the Year for 2016 at The Luxury Travel Guide Global Awards, following on from their success in 2015 when they were awarded the title Most Stylish Hotel at the Scottish Style Awards; applauds …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd February 2016
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CYBER BULLYING
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House condemns cyberbullying, online harassment and trolling; notes with concern the detrimental effect it can have on victims' mental and physical well-being; further notes that much of this bullying is sexist, racist or homophobic in nature; calls on the Government to equip young people and other web users …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd February 2016
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DUNNET BAY DISTILLERS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Dunnet Bay Distillers on their recent inclusion on the Scotland Gin Trail that promotes only the very best gin distillers in Scotland; commends the distillers on attracting multiple international export deals; and wishes them well for the years ahead as they continue to produce excellent and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
3rd February 2016
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DUNDEE THE CARING CITY - REGISTERED CHARITY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee the Caring City on becoming Scotland's newest officially registered charity and on its ongoing Dundee Refugee Support project; notes the hard work of the group's volunteers who have co-ordinated the shipment of 50 tonnes of aid to refugees whose lives are seriously at risk across …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
3rd February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
UNDER-OCCUPANCY PENALTY AND DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House welcomes the recent Court of Appeal ruling that the bedroom tax discriminates against a victim of domestic violence and the family of a disabled teenager; notes that this ruling only applies to two individual cases in spite of the fact that there are around 300 similar domestic …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd February 2016
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GORDON REID AND AUSTRALIAN OPEN TITLE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Helensburgh's Gordon Reid on claiming his first Grand Slam tennis title by winning the singles wheelchair final at the Australian Open; and commends him on his talent, his determination and his bravery in refusing to allow the condition transverse myelitis to curtail his tennis career and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
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BRAEHOLM NAVAL FAMILY AND ACCOMMODATION CENTRE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House regrets the decision by the naval charity Aggie Weston's to close The Braeholm Naval Family and Accommodation Centre in Helensburgh in June 2016; notes that this decision comes at a time when the number of naval personnel expected to serve at HM Naval Base Clyde is proposed …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
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BANNOCKBURN HIGH SCHOOL ATTAINMENT STRATEGY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House commends the Scottish Government's Raising Attainment Strategy, which has hugely benefited students in Bannockburn High School; notes that the Raising Attainment Strategy seeks to improve attainment and reduce the equity gap by improving outcomes for the lowest performing 20 per cent of students and that this program …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS VICTORIES
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares on winning the Australian Open men's doubles title, and Gordon Reid for winning the Australian Open wheelchair singles title; commends Andy Murray for reaching the finals in the men's singles; notes that Jamie and Andy are famous sons of Dunblane in …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
2nd February 2016
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SEXUAL ABUSE AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 1 to 7 February 2016 is the inaugural Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, which aims to ensure that, throughout the UK, a public discussion can be held about sexual abuse and violence; recognises that children, women and men can all be victims of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th January 2016
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THE HYPOTHESISED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BOVINE TUBERCULOSIS AND MELES MELES (EUROPEAN BADGER)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the Government has to date authorised £25,000,000 expenditure on the culling of badgers in England and Wales; further notes that this equates to expenditure of approximately £7,000 per European Badger killed; recognises that the hypothesised relationship between bovine tuberculosis and Meles meles, European Badger, is as …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
8th March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016
MS THERAPY CENTRE RECEIVE QUEENS AWARD
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Tayside MS Therapy Centre in Dundee which has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; commends the group of volunteers who have been dedicated to improving the lives of sufferers of multiple sclerosis since 1982; notes that the group, which was formed to use hyperbaric oxygen …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th March 2016
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OOR WULLIE'S 80TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the 80th birthday of Dundee comic character, Oor Wullie; notes that Oor Wullie has been causing havoc since 8 March 1936 when he first appeared in DC Thomson, Dundee publication, the Sunday Post; recognises the work of creator Robert Low and cartoonist Dudley Watkins; further notes …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
8th March 2016
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UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE DISCOVERY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the work of researchers at the University of Dundee who have identified a key mechanism that damages the cornea in Meesmann epithelial corneal dystrophy, a rare blinding disorder which is passed from parents to their children; notes the collaboration of scientists at the University of Dundee, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th March 2016
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FAIRY BOX CHARITY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Fairy Box, a charity that has collected and distributed toys to hospital-bound children throughout Scotland for the last 10 years; notes the dedication and relentless hard work by the charity's volunteers to deliver a unique gift box to a countless number of children in order to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
3rd March 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House celebrates International Women's Day which is marked on 8 March 2016; acknowledges that this day helps celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women the world over; recognises that women still face a significant amount of inequality, with one in four women being subject to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2016
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UNALIGNED DAIRY FARMERS
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying high quality dairy products and the benefits that dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expresses concern at the significantly reduced price unaligned dairy farmers are being forced to accept for their milk on the open …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
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ADVENTURE DOON AWARDS FOR ALL
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Adventure Doon on its £10,000 Awards for All grant from the Big Lottery Fund; acknowledges the benefits to local communities of the ability to participate in a range of outdoor activities; supports the aims of improving local spaces and encouraging people to be more active; and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
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ANTI-LOBBYING CLAUSE IN GOVERNMENT GRANT AGREEMENTS
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with serious concern proposals by the Government, published on 6 February 2016 on www.gov.uk, for a new clause to be inserted into all government grant agreements, determination letters, from the new financial year, and no later than 1 May 2016, which states that payments supporting activity …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2016
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BEFRIENDING SERVICES FOR YOUNG CARERS
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises the needs of younger carers who may struggle to balance caring with education, financial responsibilities and emotional well-being; appreciates the benefits young carers gain from the practical and emotional support given through befriending services; acknowledges the valuable work undertaken in supporting young carers by a range …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
11th February 2016
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REFUGEES WELCOME TO PERTH AND KINROSS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House highlights the work carried out by the officers and elected members of Perth and Kinross Council in successfully welcoming families who have recently fled the conflict in Syria to seek a safer life in Scotland; acknowledges the hard work and dedication of a huge range of service …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
4th February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th February 2016
PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR BETWEEN BOYS AND GIRLS
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Action Scotland Against Stalking on gaining an Awards for All grant of £8,478 from the Big Lottery Fund; appreciates that this funding will be used to carry out a schools-based project which will promote respectful positive behaviours between boys and girls, using football and futsal activities …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 1
1st February 2016
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FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses concern at the continuing failure of regulation enforcement and restoration in the financial services sector; views the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) failure to respond effectively to the loss of over £100 million from 1,500 investors in the Connaught Fund and its abandonment of the planned review …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
1st February 2016
31 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
1st February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
PREVENTION OF INCITEMENT TO SEXUAL CRIME AND VIOLENCE
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns what it understands is the organisation of sexist and hate-mongering meetings across the UK by so-called pick-up artist Roosh V; believes that these meetings are misogynistic and that such behaviour is not tolerable in modern day society; affirms that there is never an argument to …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2016
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FAMILY AND BUSINESS VISAS FOR INDIANS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that since 2012 immigration rules have more than tripled the amount of money required under financial (minimum income) rules; is concerned that such stringent requirements have been accompanied by a reduction in the variety of income sources which may be considered; is further concerned that such …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
1st February 2016
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CHANGES IN BEER DUTY
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned that despite cuts in duty, the UK retains the second-highest level of beer duty in Europe, with the nation paying almost 40 per cent of all EU excise despite consuming around 12 per cent of produced beer within its boundaries; believes that cutting such duty …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
1st February 2016
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DATE OF EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes with deep concern reports that the UK Government may hold a referendum on the UK's membership of the EU in June this year; welcomes the Electoral Commission's recommendation that best practice for referendums is that all legislation should be clear at least six months before it …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2016
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LGBT HISTORY MONTH (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) History Month takes place in February and welcomes 2016's theme of Religion, Belief and Philosophy; celebrates the seismic shift in legal equality for LGBT people under successive Labour governments from 1997 to 2010, including the abolition of Section 28, …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th January 2016
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BANK BRANCHES
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House recognises the negative impact that bank closures have on small communities and high streets; notes the closure of 500 bank branches in 2014 across the UK; further notes with concern that 1,500 communities in the UK have now lost all bank branches; further recognises the severe limitations …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th January 2016
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REISS AND KILLIMSTER VILLAGE HALL
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Reiss and Killimster Village Hall on its recent Awards for All grant of £5,672; notes that the grant will be used by the group to purchase furniture and kitchen equipment for the newly refurbished hall; and commends the excellent work that helps to bring communities and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th January 2016
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IMPORTATION AND TRADE IN IVORY
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes that the Government has chosen not to implement the Conservative and Unionist Party manifesto commitment to end the importation and trade in ivory; further notes that the importation and trade in ivory promotes and facilities the gratuitous and needless death of elephants in countries such as …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
28th January 2016
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CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACTION TEAM HIGHLAND
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Christina Community Action Support Team Highland on its recent Awards for All grant of £9,996; notes that the grant will be used by the group to establish an advice and resource centre for residents of the Mansfield Estate, Tain; and commends its excellent work that helps …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
28th January 2016
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PARLIAMENT OF DENMARK AND REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House and friends of Denmark are disappointed in the moves by the Danish Parliament, the Folketing, in passing a Migrant Bill, which as well as delaying family reunions, will take much of the last remaining property from people seeking asylum in Denmark who may have lost everything in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2016
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CIVIL SERVICE GENDER PAY GAP
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the latest figures from Ernst and Young accountants showing that the gender pay-gap within the Scottish Government's top civil servant jobs is only 0.6 per cent; welcomes these figures as the latest indicator that the Scottish Government is taking serious action to reduce the gender pay-gap; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2016
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LGBT HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2016, held in commemoration of the 13th anniversary of the abolition of Section 28; affirms this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history, as well as the histories of gay rights and related civil …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
UN AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN NORTH KOREA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes the statement of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 22 January 2016; welcomes his call for the international community to further all efforts to improve the human rights situation in the country; concurs …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
MOVEMBER CAMPAIGN: THE BIG SHAVE-OFF 2
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House recalls with pleasure the fundraising efforts of one of the House of Commons doorkeepers, Paul Kehoe, who raised £1,400 during last year's Movember campaign by growing a luxuriant full-set beard and then having it shaved off; thanks all those who donated and helped Paul to be able …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
26th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
GLOBAL FUND TO FIGHT AIDS, TUBERCULOSIS AND MALARIA
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes the contribution that the Global Fund to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria has made to tackling these three epidemics since its creation in 2002; notes that investments from the Fund have saved 17 million lives to date, and led to a one-third decline in deaths from …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
GENOCIDE IN SYRIA AND IRAQ
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House is appalled by the beheadings, crucifixions, shootings, burnings, other murders, torture, rape and extensive violence being perpetrated by Daesh or IS against Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq on the basis of religion and ethnicity; observes that this disgusting behaviour clearly falls within the definition …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION OF AHMADI MUSLIMS IN INDONESIA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes with concern reports that the Indonesian province Bangka-Belitung has banned Ahmadi Muslims from conducting religious activities; further notes that, according to local Indonesian media, over the last few years those who follow the Ahmadiyya faith have often faced intimidation, violence and religious censuring; recognises that freedom …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
ROBERT BURNS HUMANITARIAN AWARD 2016
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the strong egalitarian principles of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns, on the 257th anniversary of his birth; congratulates Médecins Sans Frontières trauma surgeon Mr David Nott, who put his life in danger while working in war zones across the world and has received the Robert …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE
Tabled by:
Graham Allen (Labour - Nottingham North)
That this House notes that the National Voter Registration Drive (NVRD) is taking place over 1 to 7 February 2016; further notes that Mr Speaker, with the agreement of the House, allowed a projection of a ballot box onto Elizabeth Tower with the aim of encouraging citizens to register as …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
PALOMARES ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commemorates the 50th anniversary of the occasion on 17 January 1966 when an American B-52 bomber inadvertently dropped four nuclear bombs on Spain, after colliding with a refuelling tanker; notes that, although on that occasion fail-safe systems in the B28 hydrogen bombs worked resulting in none of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
PALESTINE YOUTH ORCHESTRA IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House welcomes the forthcoming Palestine Youth Orchestra's visit to Scotland in the summer of 2016, and looks forward to its arrival in Glasgow in July as it embarks on a period of intensive rehearsal prior to undertaking a tour of major cities across the UK; supports the young …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
JAMES WATT AND THE CONDENSING STEAM ENGINE
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House celebrates 250 years since the invention of the condensing steam engine by Greenock-born inventor James Watt; appreciates that Watt's improvements to the steam engine enabled the industrial revolution, and a significant advancement of our scientific knowledge to take place; believes that Watt's achievements in the fields of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
MOTHERWELL AND WISHAW GROUPS AND AWARDS FOR ALL SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the success of four groups in the Motherwell and Wishaw constituency in applying to Awards for All Scotland for funding grants; congratulates Wishaw Family Learning Centre on receiving and Awards for All grant for use in creating an improved sensory learning experience for up to 140 …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
CONDITIONS OF AGENCY WORKERS
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes that employees hired via agencies and third party bodies are not subject to the same conditions and rights as non-agency employees performing equivalent work; further notes that this leads to unacceptable exploitation of agency and third party workers; notes that, particularly in the case of agency …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
NUCLEAR CONVOYS
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes with concern reports that nuclear convoys are regularly driven through the UK; understands that according to Nukewatch the convoys regularly travel through towns and cities close to schools, homes and businesses; condemns what it sees as an unacceptable risk to public safety; calls on the Government …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
BEMIS CELEBRATES BURNS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the BEMIS Celebrates Burns finale celebration at the Celtic Connections Festival in Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket on Robert Burns Day; champions this diverse community celebration as a unique partnership between BEMIS and the world-renowned Celtic Connections Music Festival; considers that this event marks the culmination of the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
WEST KILBRIDE BEST VILLAGE HIGH STREET
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates West Kilbride for being recognised as the Best Village High Street in 2015 at the Great British High Street Awards; applauds what has been a remarkable turnaround for a village that had in times past been the victim of an economic downturn; recognises the significant efforts …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
20th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
BROKEN RAINBOW'S RAINBOW DOT CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the Rainbow Dot campaign to be launched on 4 February 2016 by Broken Rainbow UK to highlight the existence of LGBT domestic violence; recognises Broken Rainbow UK as the national organisation that works with LGBT victims, survivors and perpetrators of domestic abuse; understands that incidents of …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
SCOUTS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Scouts as it celebrates its 100th anniversary this year; recognises the fantastic contribution that the Scouts have made across the UK and the positive impact they have on the lives of many children and young people, teaching vital life skills not available in the classroom; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
BASIC INCOME
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the growing crisis of low pay and precarity in a labour market increasingly characterised by casualised forms of employment that offer little in the way of pay, predictable hours or long-term security; further notes the evident inability of our bureaucratically costly social security system, with its …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House takes note of the thirtieth anniversary of the Dr Martin Luther King Jr. US federal holiday, on the third Monday in every January which is in recognition of his lifetime of achievements; recognises Dr King as one of history's greatest civil rights campaigners; acknowledges the sixtieth anniversary …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
DISABLED STUDENTS' ALLOWANCE
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House condemns the Government's sustained attack on the Disabled Student Allowance; notes that the austerity programme has disproportionately hit disabled people who happen to be financially burdened students; further notes that passing the cost to universities may result in a substantial decrease in access to higher education for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
DETENTION OF TRADE UNIONISTS AND WORKERS' RIGHTS ADVOCATES IN GUANGZHOU
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with concern the detention by the Chinese authorities of leading trade union activists and workers' rights advocates in Guangzhou, China, despite none of those involved having advocated or taken part in any violent acts; further notes well-verified sources quoted in the Financial Times and New York …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS' BUILDING OUR FUTURE PLAN
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned at HM Revenue and Customs' (HMRC) plan with the misnomer Building Our Future which will reduce its offices from 170 to 17; notes that these proposals are driven by the Department's need to end the costly Mapeley PFI estates contract; believes that a centralised, remote …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
REVOLT ON THE CLYDE 1919
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
MÉDECINS SANS FRONTIÈRS HOSPITAL ATTACKS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House extends its condolences to people harmed in the attack on the Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in northern Yemen on 10 January 2016; notes that this is the third attack in the last three months on a Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in Yemen; further notes that the UN …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
THE SCOTTISH ADJACENT WATERS BOUNDARIES ORDER 1999
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises that the Scottish Adjacent Waters Boundaries Order 1999 is considered irreconcilable with international law and the intent of Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), and inconsistent with precedent established through the Anglo-French Arbitration, 18 ILM (1979), the Iceland-Jan Mayen (Norway) …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
12th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
INTERNET DELIVERY CHARGES AND SERVICE
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the inequality across the nations of the UK of charging and service for delivery of goods bought through internet transactions and welcomes the work already done by Citizens Advice Scotland, Citizens Advice and the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland to highlight the ongoing inequity of delivery …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
DAVID BOWIE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House extends its deepest sympathies to the family of David Bowie; notes he was a musical companion to many for more than 40 years; remembers his fantastic music; and celebrates his musical legacy which will live on for generations to come.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
RECOGNITION OF STORNOWAY BLACK PUDDING
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House welcomes the recognition of black pudding, Marag Dhubh in Gaelic, as a superfood; notes that its calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and protein-rich nature make the black pudding an excellent addition to a healthy, balanced diet; expresses pleasure at the economic benefits to Stornoway butchers of its EU …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
11th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
APPOINTMENT OF NEW SERJEANT AT ARMS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the appointment of Kamal El-Hajji as the new Serjeant at Arms; notes that Mr El-Hajji is the first ever ethnic minority Serjeant at Arms in the 601 year history of the position; acknowledges the fine job that Bob Twigger did as acting Serjeant at Arms; and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
11th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
HUMANITARIAN CRISIS ON THE SYRIAN/LEBANESE BORDER
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned about the plight of the people of the Syrian town of Madaya following news reports that its 40,000 inhabitants are in desperate need of assistance, with food and water in severely short supply; acknowledges that Madaya, along with other towns on the Syrian-Lebanese border, …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
11th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
ROBERT WALLACE AND THE ROYAL MAIL
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House recognises Greenock's first Member of Parliament, Robert Wallace, and his contribution to the success of the Royal Mail; notes his important role in initiating the campaign for cheap postage, and the resulting reform of the postal service, reduction of corruption, and more accessible services for people across …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
11th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
EMERGENCY AID FOR STARVING CIVILIANS IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with very great concern reports that Syrian civilians in towns including Madaya and Zabadani are being besieged and starved by forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad; regrets the horrendous suffering experienced by these men, women and children, who have been without food for months; further notes with …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
ELECTRICITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Feed-in Tariffs (Amendment) (No. 3) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 2045), dated 16 December 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 December 2015, be annulled
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
MOTHERWELL DEMENTIA GARDEN
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the hard work of NHS Lanarkshire's Motherwell Community Mental Health Team for Older People and the work of local people and businesses that have also contributed to the project with practical help, fundraising and donations, in completing Motherwell's Dementia Garden which is designed to bring those …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
MOTHERWELL AND WISHAW POLICE EXCELLENCE AWARD
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates the Motherwell and Wishaw Police Scotland division on their success in winning the award for Greatest Contribution to Policing Priorities at the first-ever Scottish Policing Excellence Awards for their You're Asking For It campaign to combat the illegal supply of alcohol to minors and underage drinking; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
WISHAW GENERAL HOSPITAL MIDWIFE AWARD NOMINATION
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the news that midwives of ward 23 in Wishaw General Hospital have been implementing a post-delivery debriefing project using the method of teach back which ensures that mothers' personal needs are understood and fulfilled during the birthing process and that mothers understand their personal birthing process; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 1st February 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the publication of the Strategic Defence and Security Review and the National Security Strategy; further notes that the estimated cost of replacing the Vanguard Class of nuclear armed submarines has increased to £31 billion with a £10 billion contingency, and that the date of entry into …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
WORKPLACE EQUALITY INDEX 2016 AND THE GOLDEN JUBILEE NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that more than 400 organisations took part in the 2016 Workplace Equality Index (WEI) organised by Stonewall UK the highest number in its 12-year history; understands that the WEI is a powerful evidence-based benchmarking tool used by employers to assess their achievements and progress on LGBT …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2016
SELLING OF COMPLEX FINANCIAL PRODUCTS KNOWN AS EMBEDDED SWAPS AND FIXED RATE SWAPS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises that many thousands of small and medium-sized businesses across the UK have been inappropriately sold complex financial products, including so called embedded swaps and fixed rate swaps; notes that many of these embedded swap products were sold without proper explanation of either the conditions or costs …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
BURNTISLAND INCLUSIVE PLAY PARK PROJECT
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House welcomes the efforts of the Burntisland Inclusive Play Park Project; understands that the project aims to ensure that children with disabilities in the town can play alongside their peers at the Burntisland Links play park; notes that the project's fundraising endeavours have recently been supported by the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
SCOTTISH HUNTINGTON'S ASSOCIATION YOUTH WORK PROJECT
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the excellent support the Scottish Huntington's Association Youth Project (SHAYP) provides to children and young people affected by Huntington's disease; understands that SHAYP offers help and support through both individual and group work, and residential programmes; acknowledges that without the specialist approach delivered by SHAYP, children …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
13th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2016
LORDS SPIRITUAL AND SCOTTISH DEBATES AND VOTES
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House calls on the following 26 Bishops of the Church of England as Lords Spiritual of the House of Lords to desist in debating and voting on Scottish legislation; further calls on the Archbishop of Canterbury, Archbishop of York, Bishop of London, Bishop of Durham, Bishop of Winchester, …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th January 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th January 2016
AVOIDANCE OF MARITIME TRAGEDY BY EASTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL PUPIL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates 13 year old Andrew Paton, a pupil at Eastwood High School, on being designated East Renfrewshire's Citizen of the Year 2015; notes that Andrew's prompt action saved the life of his grandfather, Sandy Malcolm, of Tighnabruaich, who fell out of a speedboat after the vessel was …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
FALKIRK HOMELESS PROJECT
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Falkirk Homeless Project on the vital assistance it offers to families and individuals in the Forth Valley area who are moving from a homeless situation into rented accommodation; recognises that as well as providing vital furniture packs and household goods, it also offers essential support and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th October 2016
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HOMEAID
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates HomeAid West Lothian in Bathgate which provides support to those in the community facing economic and social exclusion; commends it on providing this type of service since 1984; recognises that it provides essential furniture and white goods for people who have been homeless or are on …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
13th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
MAUD RAILWAY MUSEUM AND OPENING OF PETERHEAD PRISON CONVICT CARRIAGE
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House congratulates the volunteers at Maud Railway Museum, located at the former Maud Junction Station, Aberdeenshire on the opening of the latest addition to the museum, a beautifully restored carriage formally used to transport convicts from Peterhead Prison to Stirlinghill Quarry; commends the Heritage Lottery Fund and local …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
SANDS LOTHIANS
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House applauds Sands Lothians on the outstanding work it has carried out over the last 30 years in supporting bereaved parents who have experienced the pain of stillbirth or neonatal death; recognises that it offers tailored practical and emotional assistance; notes that it offers not only initial support …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
13th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
CENTRAL SCOTLAND REGIONAL EQUALITY COUNCIL (CSREC)
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House is aware that Crime Awareness Week takes place from 8 to 15 October 2016; recognises that the Central Scotland Regional Equality Council (CSREC) is a charity that promotes equality, fights all forms of discrimination, promotes community cohesion and operates a Third Party Reporting Centre that reports hate …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
13th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
FRIENDS OF KINNEIL, BO'NESS
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the work of The Friends of Kinneil, a charity in the town of Bo'ness, to promote the heritage of Kinneil House, Estate, Museum and Nature Reserve in Bo'ness; congratulates the group on celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2016 and on being short-listed for the prestigious Scottish …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
WHITE GOODS FIRES AND PRODUCT RECALLS
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House is deeply concerned by the potential fire risk currently posed by white goods such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges and freezers, and the inadequacies of product recalls; notes that the London Fire Brigade has attended over 2000 incidents since 2011 to tackle fires involving white …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
27 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
ATHENA SWAN BRONZE AWARD FOR GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow Caledonian University has been awarded the Athena Swan Institutional Bronze Award for 2016-17; understands that the Athena Swan Charter was established by the Equality Challenge in 2005 to promote the advancement of gender equality and recognise commitment to advancing the careers of women in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 1
12th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
HATE CRIME AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the attention that Hate Crime Awareness Week gives to the impact of crimes that are motivated by prejudice of some kind, where the victim is targeted because they are a member of a particular social group or have a particular characteristic, which the perpetrator has negative …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
SUPPORTING DEAFBLIND PEOPLE INTO WORK
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Sense, Realising Aspirations for All; notes that there are over 100,000 working age people with dual sensory loss and complex needs in the UK, 80 per cent of whom are currently not in work and are unable to reach their full …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
SCOTTISH VETERANS FUND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the announcement at the 2016 Armed Forces and Veterans Champions Annual Gathering, held in Glasgow on 10 October 2016, that veterans and ex-service charities in Scotland are to be supported by £600,000 over the next three years from the Scottish Veterans Fund to address a wide …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
10th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
FORCED ORGAN HARVESTING IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with grave concern allegations of forced organ harvesting in China; further notes that victims said to be targeted for forced organ extraction are prisoners of conscience; acknowledges evidence detailed in Bloody Harvest/The Slaughter: An Update, by former Canadian Member of Parliament David Kilgour, lawyer David Matas …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
BUSINESS RATE CHANGES FOR ROOFTOP SOLAR
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the urgency of tackling climate change and the Government’s signing of the Paris Agreement; further notes the first International Energy Association annual report on global energy investment which warns that global investment in renewables needs to triple to meet the Paris Agreement commitments; takes note of …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
CONDUCT OF CONCENTRIX
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House calls on the National Audit Office (NAO) to investigate the decision to grant a government contract to American outsourcing firm Concentrix for the management of tax credits; expresses its deep concern at the conduct of Concentrix, which has included the incorrect removal of tax credits for thousands …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th October 2016
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
ROUTINE PREVENTATIVE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN SUPERMARKET SUPPLY CHAINS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern about recent findings of high levels of antibiotic-resistant e.coli and MRSA on British supermarket meat, of UK origin; welcomes the commitment of the Foods Standards Agency to work with UK food retailers to reduce farm antibiotic use and Waitrose's recently updated policy, which prohibits antibiotic …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 17
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong Armed Forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
USE OF CAGES TO REAR BIRDS FOR SHOOTING
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
ELECTORAL FRAUD IN HAITI
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes with concern reports of grave irregularities and massive acts of fraud in the elections in Haiti regarding counting and tabulation of votes; rejects any attempts to influence the electoral results through corruption or force; condemns violence against the tens of thousands of people, including human rights …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
CLAN CANCER SUPPORT ABERDEEN
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates CLAN Cancer Support (CLAN), based in Aberdeen, on the receipt of over £400,000 from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland to fund their life-changing Children and Families Cancer Support Service project for the next three years; notes that this vital service makes a huge difference to those …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House respects the unrivalled professionalism, skill and commitment of all support staff employed on the House of Commons estate; acknowledges that all hon. Members receive invaluable help from the entire workforce, from doorkeepers and police officers to the library team and postal service, from catering staff to staff …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
BETTER THAN ZERO CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House supports the Better than Zero campaign, organised by the STUC, the STUC Youth Committee, affiliated trades unions and young precarious workers, which is a collective project against zero hours, zero rights, zero pay and zero respect workplaces and highlights insecure and low paid work affecting young workers …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2015
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JOHN WHITE & SON TRICENTENARY
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates John White & Son, the oldest independent weighing company in the UK, on its 300th anniversary; recognises the contribution made by the family-run manufacturing company of Auchtermuchty, Fife, to the industry, evolving over three different centuries to embrace advances in technology which have seen the firm …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE HOMELESS
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House acknowledges the combined efforts of both Itison and SocialBite, who provide people who are homeless with meals and allow customers to buy meals in advance for those who need them most; notes that these teams together have raised over £200,000 this week; and congratulates the teams on …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
INDEPENDENT RESOURCE CENTRE, CLYDEBANK, 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House acknowledges the 25th anniversary of the Independent Resource Centre in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire originally founded as the Clydebank and Drumchapel Unemployed Action Group began in 1970; commends the sterling work of Mary Collins, the staff and volunteers in providing welfare rights, debt and money advice; commemorates the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
16th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 17th December 2015
ARRESTS IN MALAWI OF CUTHBERT KULEMELA AND KELVIN GONANI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with serious concern reports in the Nyasa Times and elsewhere that Cuthbert Kulemela and Kelvin Gonani have been arrested in Lilongwe, Malawi, related to having consensual sex together; welcomes the condemnation of this development by the US Ambassador to Malawi, and echoes her calls for the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2015
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HELMSDALE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Helmsdale Affordable Housing Project on winning a highly respected SURF Award for Community Led Regeneration; commends the excellent work it has done in successfully creating four new family homes in Helmsdale, a rural village in Sutherland, which will help to address depopulation and decline; acknowledges …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
15th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
REDUCTION OF PRIMARY CARE BUREAUCRACY IN NHS SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the innovative approach of the Scottish Government in abolishing the Quality Outcome Framework for GPs so as to reduce bureaucracy and free-up more time to spend caring for patients; recommends that the Government consider a similar move; and commends the Scottish Government's relationship with the medical …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY DUBAI CAMPUS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates Heriot-Watt University on marking the 10th anniversary of the opening of its Dubai campus; understands that Heriot Watt was the first international university to open a campus in Dubai International Academic City; notes that the Dubai campus has grown from 120 students in 2005 to almost …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
15th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
CHILD POVERTY MEASUREMENTS AND TARGETS
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recalls that the Child Poverty Act 2010 was passed with cross-party support; recognises the critical role that the measures and targets in this Act had on monitoring child poverty; notes that the Government's proposal to replace the measurements enshrined in the Act to monitor life chances was …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2015
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
15th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
"MIKEYSLINE" COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN DISTRESS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the establishment of Mikeysline a volunteer and community-led initiative in the Highlands; notes that Mikeysline is aimed at supporting those at risk of self-harm and suicide and in providing a lifeline for young people who feel trapped by issues such as bullying, alcohol, loneliness, depression amongst …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
ELECTIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates all the women who were able to vote for the first time in Saudi Arabia, and in particular extends its deepest congratulations to those who were elected.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
POLIO ERADICATION
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls that the Government pledged to help end polio by agreeing to support the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, supporting the many world health organisations who have been battling to beat the illness throughout the Third World; believes that with the successes gained there is now a chance …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
KYLE OF SUTHERLAND DEVELOPMENT TRUST
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust on receiving an Awards for All grant of £5,800; welcomes the funding that will enable the group to introduce a 12-month cultural programme of workshops and live events to provide opportunities for communities and individuals to engage in music and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
BONAR BRIDGE FUNDRAISING TEAM
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Bonar Bridge Macmillan Fundraising Team from Sutherland on their fantastic achievement of raising £1,071.42 for Macmillan Cancer Support by holding a Christmas Fair and other activities; commends the volunteers on their creative fundraising ideas, which bring the community together to raise money; and acknowledges the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
NORTH HIGHLAND RADIO
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates North Highland Radio (SCIO) in Alness, Ross-Shire, on receiving an Awards for All grant of £9,779; recognises that this funding will provide North Highland Radio with the equipment and studio infrastructure required to apply for an FM broadcast licence; commends the hard work discharged by the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
BUSINESS AWARDS FOR PAT MUNRO (ALNESS) LTD.
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the directors and staff of Pat Munro (Alness) Ltd in Ross-Shire on achieving the award of Best Large Rural Family Business at The Herald Family Business Awards; further congratulates the company's success at the Highland Business Awards where it also won both Highland Business of the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
14th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
VIOLENCE IN GALKAYO, SOMALIA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern clashes between armed militias in Somalia's historically divided city of Galkayo that broke out on 22 November 2015 and have killed at least 40 people, injured hundreds and displaced thousands; welcomes the international community's efforts to find a peaceful political solution to the fighting; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2015
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ELDERLY CARE IN BALLANTRAE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ballantrae Rural Initiative Care in the Community Ltd in securing a £250,000 award from the Scottish Land Fund; acknowledges the value of supporting and caring for the elderly; recognises that the funding will allow a project to create a 12-bed residential care facility for the elderly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
8th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
DONALD TRUMP'S PROPOSAL ON MUSLIM IMMIGRATION TO THE US
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House condemns unreservedly the call by US Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump for a total and complete shutdown on those of the Muslim faith from entering the US; believes such intemperate public statements only provide an excuse for jihadists of all stripes to justify their evil and anti-Muslim …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ASSEMBLE AND THE TURNER PRIZE 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Assemble on winning the Turner Prize 2015 for its collaboration with local residents and others in the Granby Four Streets project in Liverpool; notes that this is the first time that the Turner Prize has been awarded to an architects' collective; appreciates the efforts of all …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT ASSESSMENTS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the challenges currently faced by claimants making applications for personal independent payments (PIP); notes that, in some parts of the country, the rate of decisions being overturned at appeal stage is as high as 47 per cent; further recognises that this results in many vulnerable disabled …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ARRAN AROMATICS AND THE EXPORTED BY BRITAIN AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Arran Aromatics, a small but successful family business, on recently being nominated for an Exported by Britain Award; heralds Arran Aromatics' continued hard work to produce products of exceptional quality, including soap, body lotion, sprays and candles and all produced on and distributed from the Isle …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
3rd December 2015
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ST WINNING'S PRIMARY SCHOOL'S NATIONAL BREAKFAST CLUB AWARD
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates St Winning's Primary School in Kilwinning, North Ayrshire, on winning the Kellogg's National Breakfast Club Award for Scotland; commends the work of St Winning's staff and pupils, and all schools and local organisations across the UK, in setting up breakfast clubs; acknowledges that such clubs offer …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
3rd December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
COMMUNITY OF ARRAN SEABED TRUST (COAST)
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes the vital work carried out by the Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) in helping to protect the marine environment around Arran and the Clyde; is aware that the scientific research undertaken by COAST has contributed significantly to the establishment of 30 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
NORTH AYRSHIRE CITIZENS' ADVICE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House praises the work of North Ayrshire Citizens Advice Service (NACAS) in its continued efforts to improve the lives of the people of North Ayrshire; is aware that staff and volunteers at NACAS offer practical and professional advice on an array of issues, from debt management to energy …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
DUNDEE REFUGEE SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises the outstanding response and contribution of Dundee Refugee Support in raising funds and collecting essential items to support refugees who desperately need help during the unfolding European refugee crisis; praises the work of this organisation and the generosity of the citizens of Dundee; appreciates the urgency …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION GRASSROOTS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Peter Frame of Loanhead on being recognised as Scottish Football Association Grassroots Volunteer of the Year; notes that Peter has been coaching young footballers for more than 41 years; and commends the commitment of volunteers across the country who give up their time to encourage, support …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
DUNDEE TO AMSTERDAM REGIONAL AIR CONNECTIVITY FUND BID
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House welcomes the campaign calling on the Government to approve Flybe's bid for funding from the Regional Air Connectivity Fund for a daily return flight from Dundee to Amsterdam; recognises that an Amsterdam link was assessed as the most promising new international route in Transport Scotland's 2013 Scoping …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
NEWTONGRANGE BANK CLOSURE
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the detrimental impact of the prospective closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Newtongrange to the people and businesses in Midlothian; and applauds the effort of the community and its efforts to oppose this closure and highlighting the negative impact this will have on …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BORDERS RAILWAY
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the opening of the Borders Railway on 9 September 2015; recognises the benefit that this transport link will bring to communities in Midlothian and the Scottish Borders; and notes that this railway project is the longest completed in the UK for more than 100 years and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
HONOURING THE SACRIFICE OF THE 1820 MARTYRS
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises the sacrifice of the 1820 martyrs, who gave their lives in the name of equality and democratic reform at a time when ordinary people were denied the vote; remembers James Wilson of Strathaven who was hanged and beheaded in Glasgow for leading the march from Strathaven …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
GLASGAY! FESTIVAL 2015
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the Glasgay! festival for winning the Award for Culture at this year's Scottish LGBTI awards; notes the festival's successful transition to a year round operation; recognises the importance of the awards in acknowledging the contribution of groups and individuals to LGBTI equality and human rights in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
GLASGOW WELCOMES REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House is pleased to note the vigil in George Square, Glasgow, which took place on 12 September 2015 to show solidarity with refugees fleeing Syria; considers that those attending the vigil also called for the Government to increase vastly the number of refugees it proposes to settle in …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
17th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
COMMONWEALTH YOUTH GAMES 2015
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates the Scottish and other young athletes who compete in the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games in Apia; admires their dedication; welcomes their role as ambassadors for their nations; and recognises that they provide an inspiration for everyone who believes in the power of sport to break down …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
PRIVATE PARKING OPERATORS IN TOWNS AND CITIES
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House is growing increasingly concerned about the operation of private parking operators in town and city centres; notes that the £100 fines issued by these companies are significantly out of proportion to the few minutes that some people may be late in returning to their vehicles and which …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
GLASGOW - THE INSPIRING CITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates each of the winners and finalists of the 2015 Inspiring City Awards held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on 10 September 2015; further congratulates Glasgow Life and Celtic Connections for scooping the Art and Culture award; commends the Celtic FC Foundation for winning …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
SCOTLAND AT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House wishes the Scotland rugby team the best of luck for the Rugby World Cup that is to be held throughout September and October 2015; notes that this tournament is to be held in England and is expected to contribute up to £2.2 billion of output to the …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
CENTENARY OF THE DEATH OF KEIR HARDIE
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes that 26 September 2015 marks the centenary of the death of Keir Hardie, the first independent representative of working people to be elected to this Parliament, a consistent champion of Scottish Home Rule and votes for women, and an unswerving opponent of British involvement in the …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
GAS SAFETY WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 14 to 20 September 2015; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign plays each year in bringing attention to the fact that carbon monoxide is a silent killer that is odourless and colourless and can kill quickly with no warning; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ST ANDREWS DEBATING SOCIETY EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews Debating Society on its recent success in winning the European Championships, and in particular the winning team Alex Don and Ruaraidh MacIntosh who finished first and second on the tab; notes the importance of debating at school and university as an …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
14th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean it is still the case that the particulars to be registered for marriage include details of the fathers and not the mothers of the bride and groom; believes our law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that marriage is …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
11th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
REDUCTION IN FUNDING FOR SOLAR POWER
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the Government's plans to cut support for solar power by cutting the feed-in tariff by 87 per cent; believes that will be extremely destructive for the solar industry; observes that solar power is renewable, carbon-free, and is rapidly becoming cheaper, with the cost …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES
Tabled by:
Justin Madders (Labour - Ellesmere Port and Neston)
That this House notes that, in the first year following the introduction of fees for employment tribunal claims, the number of claims accepted fell by 77 per cent, from 187,441 between October 2012 and September 2013 to 43,961 between October 2013 and September 2014; further notes that there was no …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BANK CLOSURES IN RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House is concerned at the number of bank branches that are being closed across rural areas; is alarmed at the large areas of rural Britain without access to a local bank branch; recognises the limitations of many of the alternatives, such as provision of mobile banking facilities, the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BUTE IN BLOOM
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Bute in Bloom for winning the Rosebowl, the top prize in the 2015 Beautiful Scotland Awards; recognises the group's achievement in picking up the Community Involvement Award for its work on Rothesay's Esplanade Gardens, the Chapelhill rockery, the Rothesay Pavilion and the Grow Bute allotments, among …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
POINT OF LIGHT RECOGNITION FOR SMALLS FOR ALL CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises the excellent work that Maria MacNamara, founder of Smalls for All, has carried out in collecting over 100,000 items of underwear to send to women in Ethiopia and across Africa in orphanages, slums, internally displaced persons camps, schools and hospitals; further recognises the immediate impact that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BAGPIPES AT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House condemns the banning of bagpipes from the upcoming Rugby World Cup; calls on World Rugby Union to allow bagpipes to be played at the World Cup; recognises that bagpipes are not dangerous; stresses the importance of cultural identity associated with bagpipes for Scots, in the UK and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ST KILDA SWIM 2015
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates the members of the St Kilda swim team 2015 who swam from St Kilda to Hushinish on Harris, a distance of 60 miles; notes that seven swimmers swam for 35 hours accompanied by three kayakers and a three-person support boat crew; further notes they raised over …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
MR OWEN SAYERS OBE, JP, DEPUTY LORD LIEUTENANT OF DUNBARTONSHIRE
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dunbartonshire Mr Owen Sayers on the civic recognition shown to him by the communities and Provost of West Dunbartonshire for his outstanding public service over many years, critically in local government through the former Clydebank District Council and voluntary service through …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
INCOMES OF WORKING FAMILIES AND TAX CREDIT CHANGES
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with grave concern that the Government's changes to tax credits will make many working families on low wages worse off, despite the increase to the National Minimum Wage; observes that the new minimum wage is nowhere near a Living Wage; further observes that under the proposed …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
SCHOOL UNIFORM BANKS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes the emerging network of volunteer-run Back to School Banks aimed at helping families affected by benefits cuts, unemployment, or low pay by equipping children with school uniforms and other essentials such as bags and pencils; recognises the contribution of Sandra Douglas of East Renfrewshire and Deborah …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
MERCHANT NAVY AND THE ARCTIC STAR
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges the work of local authorities, including East Renfrewshire Council and many other organisations and individuals to mark Merchant Navy Day on 3 September 2015; recognises the valuable role played by the Merchant Navy in peacetime and in times of conflict and the dangers they faced; and …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
NEW MOTHERS AND EMPLOYMENT PROTECTION
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned about the findings of recent Equality and Human Rights Commission research with over 3,200 new mothers that was carried out in partnership with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills; understands that 11 per cent of the women interviewed reported having been dismissed, made compulsorily …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 9
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BANKING IN TOWNS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is alarmed at the number of branches that banks are closing across Scotland and the UK as a whole in small towns; is concerned at the number of towns being left without a bank; is disappointed that the Royal Bank of Scotland has abandoned its commitment to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
RNIB SCOTLAND AND DEVOLUTION
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the pivotal role RNIB Scotland plays in advocating the interests of blind and partially-sighted Scots and the high quality services it delivers; notes with dismay the proposed transfer of RNIB Scotland to Action for Blind People; expresses deep concern that the blind and partially-sighted members of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
TACKLING THE REFUGEE CRISIS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with extreme concern the ongoing refugee crisis being witnessed in Europe and across the Mediterranean Sea; understands that the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) estimates that more than 350,000 migrants have attempted to cross the Mediterranean Sea between January and August 2015; considers it a tragedy …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
NATIONAL HOMES REGISTER TO HELP ALLEVIATE THE REFUGEE CRISIS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House is appalled at the humanitarian crisis unfolding on the doorstep of Europe and urges the Government to honour and follow in the great traditions of the UK by accepting many more thousands of genuine and desperate refugees, caused by the greatest displacement of people since the Second …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
NAMING OF THE NATIONAL LIVING WAGE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the Government's naming of its so-called National Living Wage, while welcoming this de facto increase of the minimum wage; notes that this living wage aims to be based on a percentage of median income, rather than need; considers this an invidious attempt to devalue the term …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
21st July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
BRITISH PENSIONERS OVERSEAS
Tabled by:
Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South East)
That this House believes that all pensioners have the right to dignity in retirement; notes that 550,000 British pensioners living in 122 countries overseas do not get their pension automatically uprated, but pensioners living in other countries do; regrets that, while those pensioners adversely affected have made the necessary National …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 22
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
PALLIATIVE CARE FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the findings of research conducted by the London School of Economics which demonstrated that many of the approximately 468,000 people who die each year in the UK needed palliative care during their illness, but did not receive it; notes that the report pointed out …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
DISABILITY LIVING ALLOWANCE AND TAX CREDITS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House fails to understand how a family with a disabled child receiving disability living allowance can be better off if the parents lose their tax credits because they have a collective household income of more than £15,000 per annum; and calls on the Government to help and protect …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
CUTS IN BENEFITS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is disappointed to learn that the Government is planning to cut support for people placed in the work related activity group (WRAG) of employment and support allowance from April 2017, down to the rates paid to people on jobseeker's allowance (JSA); notes that half of the people …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
UNIVERSAL ELECTRICITY MARKET
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls for the creation of one universal market for electricity distribution in the UK and the ending of 14 regional markets that results in consumers and businesses in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland paying the highest prices in the UK resulting in unacceptable levels of fuel …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
MND RESEARCH AND GORDON'S FIGHTBACK
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House congratulates Gordon Aikman on a stunningly successful campaign, Gordon's Fightback, which has substantially raised the profile of Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a cruelly progressive and debilitating disease, for which there is currently no cure; notes that over £320,000 has been raised by Gordon's Fightback to fund vitally …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ALLOWANCES FOR ASYLUM SEEKING CHILDREN
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House condemns the 30 per cent cut in the daily allowance of asylum seeking children from £7.50 to £5.20; notes that this cut goes against the High Court judgment of 9 April 2014 that the Government assessment omitted the cost of essential items such as nappies; deplores this …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 23
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ISRAEL'S TREATMENT OF NON-JEWISH REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the abysmally low proportion of non-Jewish, African asylum seekers who have been granted refugee status in Israel; notes with concern that less than one per cent of applications by African refugees are successful; further notes that Israel's closest neighbours, Jordan and Lebanon, have each accepted millions …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
IMMIGRATION
Tabled by:
David Hanson (Labour - Delyn)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Asylum Support (Amendment No. 3) Regulation 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1501), dated 8 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled.
51 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
OUTSOURCING OF PRODUCTION BY SCOTTISH PROVINCIAL PRESS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House condemns the decision of Scottish Provincial Press to outsource production to India, making loyal staff with over 30 years' service in Golspie redundant; and calls for the decision to be reversed to preserve links between Highland communities and the newspaper titles the Scottish Provincial Press publishes.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
CONTAMINATED BLOOD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the ongoing hardship and challenges faced by those infected with contaminated blood in the 1970s and 1980s; and encourages the Prime Minister to implement promised arrangements to distribute an additional £25 million to those affected as soon as is practicable.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013 (Transitional Provisions) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1520), dated 15 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled
131 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015
COUNTERFEIT ELECTRICAL GOODS
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House recognises the work of Electrical Safety First, a charity dedicated to preventing deaths, injuries and damage caused by electricity in the home, in raising awareness of people being put at risk by thousands of potentially dangerous counterfeit electrical products on sale via the internet and in local …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015
MANDATORY INSTALLATION OF CCTV IN SLAUGHTERHOUSES
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals for the mandatory installation of closed circuit television (CCTV) in UK slaughterhouses with independent monitoring of the footage; notes that a 2014 YouGov poll found that, of those who expressed a view, 87 per cent support mandatory CCTV …
142 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 71
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
KIRKTON CHURCH AND GRAVEYARD PRESERVATION
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House understands that through a community-led project, people in Burntisland and beyond are currently attempting to raise funds to ensure the preservation of Kirkton Church and graveyard; acknowledges that the site is of historical importance, with the churchyard containing ruins of a medieval place of burial dating back …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
PLAY AS ONE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends the work of Play As One Scotland (PA1S), who support the right of children to play together, regardless of ability; understands that the charity aims to ensure that children and young people have equal access to local play and leisure opportunities; congratulates PA1S on raising over …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
RELIEF OF PAIN USING MEDICINAL HERBAL CANNABIS
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes that medicinal herbal cannabis is used successfully for the relief of pain, and muscle spasms associated with multiple sclerosis and spinal cord damage, for those not helped by other medications, chronic neuropathic pain, for example caused by a damaged nerve, facial neuralgia, chronic pain following shingles, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
7th December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2015
ST MARK'S PRIMARY - MILE WALK TO SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates St Mark's Primary School in Hamilton, headteacher Caroline Campbell and all pupils and staff for their Mile Walk to school on 30 November 2015; notes that, as the walk took place on Saint Andrew's Day, many involved wore tartan in appreciation of Scotland's patron saint; commends …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
7th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 7th December 2015
HUMANITARIAN SITUATION IN INDIA
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the enduring hunger strike of Bapu Surat Singh in Panjaab, India, which has now exceeded 170 days; further notes this protest against the Indian state and calls for the release of multiple political prisoners who are held by the Indian state; notes the continuing 20-year incarceration …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 24
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
EFFECT OF ACCELERATED PENSION CHANGES ON WOMEN BORN IN THE 1950S
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the impact of pension changes on women born between 6 April 1950 and 5 April 1955 who originally expected pension equalisation to be phased-in steadily between 2010 and 2020 but have been caught by acceleration to their retirement age after the Pensions Act 2011; notes that …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
AYRSHIRE COLLEGE HERALD SOCIETY AWARD 2015
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the staff, students and management of Ayrshire College on their success at the Herald Society Awards 2015, where the college was presented with the Judges' Award; notes the entries that were submitted across each category were outstanding and demonstrated imagination and commitment to making Scotland a …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
JOHNSON MATTHEY JOB LOSSES
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House expresses concern at the loss of 60 jobs to Dundee caused by the closure of the Johnson Matthey Battery Systems factory in the city; further expresses concern at the management's statement that they cannot attract the talent required to the city; notes the impact that this will …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
1st December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
HELM DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the work of the Helm charity in Dundee; commends its work with vulnerable young people facing major challenges in their lives; and praises the achievements of its staff, students and the partnerships it has with support agencies in the local area and its vision for sustainable …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
1st December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
BARCLAYS ARMED FORCES TRANSITION, EMPLOYMENT AND RESETTLEMENT PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the Armed Forces Transition, Employment, and Resettlement (AFTER) programme, established by Barclays, which aims to champion and harness the potential of ex-military talent in the commercial sector, and offers a range of mentoring, coaching and employment opportunities; notes the findings of research conducted for the programme …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
WORLD AIDS DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises World AIDS Day 2015 which takes place on 1 December 2015; further recognises that the day allows for people throughout the world to unite in support of the fight against HIV; notes that many parliamentarians, as well as the wider public, have shown their support for …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
30th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
DAVIS CUP VICTORY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Andy and Jamie Murray, and the entire British team, on winning the Davis Cup and bringing it back to Britain for the first time in 79 years; and commends the team for being fantastic role models and inspirations to young tennis fans and players across the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
LOCAL SUPPORT FOR FAIRTRADE
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House recognises the important role that Fairtrade towns have played in improving the lives of the poorest producers in the world; commends the work of campaigners and businesses in the UK in maintaining ethical business practices pertaining to the Fairtrade movement; notes with pride that Scotland gained Fairtrade …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH CHARITY-BASED BUSINESSES
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House states its support for local charity-based businesses like the Usual Place Café in Dumfries, whose core objective is to create employability, training and wider citizenship opportunities for young adults with additional support needs; is committed to offering prospects like these in communities across Scotland and welcomes the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
REFORM OF BENEFITS SANCTIONS PROCESS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the need for people claiming benefits to follow the rules governing their eligibility; notes the fact that 50 per cent of appeals against benefits sanctions are upheld, and that many who face sanctions are not informed in writing prior to the sanction taking place; regrets the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House celebrates the first anniversary of the first edition of The National, Scotland's newest daily newspaper; welcomes its contribution to the political debate in Scotland as the only national daily newspaper to support Scottish Independence; and congratulates its editors, journalists and contributors for their insight and dedication over …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
NEWMILNS SNOW AND SPORTS COMPLEX
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Newmilns Snow and Sports Complex for hosting a successful school ski competition, attracting entrants from all over Scotland; notes the success of the facility since the upgrade and installation of a new slope; welcomes the fact that the success of the facility since transfer to a …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
POWER OF GUARDIANSHIP FOR FAMILIES OF MISSING PERSONS
Tabled by:
Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House notes with concern the delay in introducing a new power of guardianship for the families of missing persons, as announced by Justice Minister Lord Faulks QC; further notes the unnecessary distress caused to the families of missing people when financial institutions insist that they will only deal …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
18th November 2015
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
PG PAPER - OFFICE OPENING
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes the official opening of PG Paper, which occurred on 11 November 2015 at Custom House, Custom Quay, Greenock; notes PG Paper is an award-winning company based in Inverclyde; further notes that the business is one of the UK's fastest growing paper companies providing customised paper solutions, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
16th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
SCOTLAND'S MOST IMPROVED TOWNS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the introduction by the Scottish Urban Regeneration Forum of an annual award for Scotland's most improved small or medium-sized town; recognises that Barrhead has undergone a major transformation in recent years with its town centre benefiting from a £100 million council-led regeneration, with investments including Barrhead …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
LANARKSHIRE MUSLIM WELFARE SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Lanarkshire Muslim Welfare Society for being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service for 2015 in the Lanarkshire Lieutenancy; recognises the extensive work the Society does offering advice and the use of its facilities; and further recognises the beneficial impact of the Society's work in the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
PATRYK TOPOLSKI AND THE HELEN McGREGOR AWARD
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Patryk Topolski, winner of this year's Helen McGregor Award; recognises that he is the youngest-ever winner of the award, which is given annually to recognise a significant contribution to a local community by people who give freely of their own time and efforts to improve local …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
SCOTRAIL MODERNISATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House welcomes investment in ScotRail services, which will see a £14,000,000 modernisation to 40 of their Class 158 trains, including improved seating, better lighting, accessibility enhancements and at-seat power sockets for customers; and appreciates the improvements this will make for passengers travelling around Scotland.
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
26th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
BRITISH UNDERWATER TEST AND EVALUATION CENTRE
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes that the Secretary of State for Defence has so far not taken account of reasonable requests for carrying out an economic impact assessment on the effect of the proposed Ministry of Defence (MoD) byelaw changes to the inner sound in the north west of Scotland that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
23rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
HALEY DAVIDSON, YOUTH LINK, YMCA AND BIFFY CLYRO
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the work of Haley Davidson in achieving her one year of volunteering certificate from Youthlink Scotland; notes that, at only 17, Haley has now participated in community volunteering for an amazing seven years; further notes that the Youthlink programme of activities continues to be successful at …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
PROMOTE FAIRTRADE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House acknowledges that Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath constituency has three Fairtrade towns, Dalgety Bay, Burntisland and Lochgelly, which is more than any other constituency in Fife; understands that Dalgety Bay is one of the leaders of the Fairtrade movement in Fife; recognises that the Fairtrade Foundation is a global …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
WORK OF THE SCOTTISH HISTORIC TRUST
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the excellent work undertaken by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust, a charitable organisation dedicated to the regeneration of historic buildings; understands that its preservation efforts ensure that a Scottish historical legacy is maintained within the built environment; acknowledges that after completion of restorative works the historic buildings …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
RAF AT LEUCHARS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House calls on the Secretary of State for Defence to consider re-opening the former Royal Air Force base Leuchars in Fife, operating alongside the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and others at Leuchars Station as part of the Strategic Defence and Security …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
REFUGEE CRISIS IN WINTER 2015-16
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the appalling situation facing refugees from war-torn countries and failed states, who have survived the dangerous journey into Europe only to face the prospect of having to survive the winter in inadequate camps; is extremely worried at the prospect of vulnerable people, including …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
BLANTYRE SOCCER ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises the key contribution to Blantyre made by the Blantyre Soccer Academy; further recognises the vital role that its numerous volunteers, from its coaches to administrative staff, play in their aim to use football for good; notes that since its inception in 2010, it has successfully promoted …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
UK YOUTH PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes the exceptional contribution made by the British Youth Council's UK Youth Parliament to public life, especially through local communities, and its ability to mobilise and engage the broader youth population in political issues and campaigning; further notes the hard work of the charity and its volunteers …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CARERS RIGHTS DAY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Carers Rights Day which is due to be held on 20 November 2015; recognises that this day is used to bring organisations across the UK together to provide advice and information to unpaid carers, making sure that they are aware of the support available to them; …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
STATUTORY MONITORING OF THE TREATMENT OF ANIMALS IN SLAUGHTERHOUSES
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the 2015 report of the Farm Animal Welfare Committee, specifically the report's recommendations regarding the use of closed circuit television in slaughterhouses; and calls on the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to implement arrangements to place the monitoring of closed circuit television on a …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th November 2015
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
PUPPIES AND KITTENS IN PET SHOPS
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House recognises that the process of selling puppies and kittens through licensed pet shops as defined under Section 7 of the Pet Animals Act 1951 negatively impacts upon the animals' welfare; notes that it is almost impossible to meet the requirements for these species as advised under Section …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2015
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
17th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS AND THE LIVING WAGE
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that a number of government departments are still not paying all their staff, including contractors, the living wage; observes that departments which pay staff rates below the breadline include the Departments of Work and Pensions, International Development, Education, Health, Business Innovation and Skills and …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 2015
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the outstanding work done by Small Business Saturday UK in encouraging consumers to shop locally and support small businesses in their communities; congratulates Britain's five million small businesses for providing the backbone of local economies and employment; welcomes the diversity, resilience and innovation of the small …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
TERRORIST ATTACK IN PARIS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attack in Paris and offers its sincerest condolences to President Hollande and the French nation; and reaffirms the UK's determination and commitment to defeat terrorism wherever it is in the world and stands in solidarity with those affected at this time.
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
16th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
EQUAL PAY DAY
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's Equal Pay Day, held on 9 November 2015; believes that many women are effectively working the remainder of this year for free due to the gender pay gap, currently at 14.2 per cent; acknowledges the gender pay gap is at nearly 55 per …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
WHY I LOVE PAISLEY CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports the #WhyILovePaisley campaign; recognises that this has been launched by the Paisley Daily Express to support the town's bid to become UK City of Culture 2021; notes that the campaign involves asking people what they appreciate most about the town; celebrates the rich history of the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
9th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CENTENARY OF GLASGOW RENT STRIKES AND REMEMBER MARY BARBOUR ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the centenary of the Glasgow rent strikes, which culminated on 17 November 1915, with thousands of tenants from Govan and across Glasgow besieging the Sheriff Court to protest at actions by landlords for charging extortionate increases; further notes that this followed months of rent strikes by …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
5th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
UK ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House believes that Saudi Arabia is ruled by one of the most repressive regimes in the world which does not allow freedom of expression or association; notes with concern the systematic human rights abuses that occur within Saudi Arabia, including the extensive use of the death penalty, the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
SOLHEIM CUP IN GLENEAGLES
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Gleneagles Hotel for being awarded the honour of hosting the 2019 Solheim Cup by the Ladies European Tour; further congratulates Visit Scotland and the Scottish Government for their work in bringing another huge international golf competition to the venue; and looks forward to this event providing …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
5th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CAMP LIBERTY ROCKET ATTACK
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House believes that the 29 October 2015 rocket attack on Camp Liberty, home to over 2,200 defenceless members of Iran's democratic opposition, the PMOI, who are Protected Persons under International Law and political refugees, which resulted in 24 camp residents being killed and many more injured, constitutes a …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 15
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
REDEDICATION OF PLUSCARDEN ABBEY CHURCH
Tabled by:
Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party - Moray)
That this House congratulates the Benedictine Community of Pluscarden Abbey, near Elgin, on the rededication of its Abbey Church on Thursday 5 November 2015; notes that the Abbey was originally founded in 1230, but was unused from the Reformation until monastic observance was begun again in 1948; further notes the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CO-OPERATION BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENTS OF SCOTLAND AND MALAWI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Cooperation Agreement between the Governments of Scotland and Malawi, signed in November 2005; notes that the Agreement outlines key areas in which the two countries work together for mutual benefit, including civic governance, sustainable economic development, health and education; further notes …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the last parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 30
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
IBRAHIM HALAWA AND VISIT OF EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern the case of Irish national Ibrahim Halawa who was arrested during pro-democracy protests in Cairo in August 2013; further notes that Ibrahim was just 17 years old at the time and visiting family in Egypt; notes that he was held in solitary confinement without …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
TORTURE, EXECUTIONS AND PUNISHMENTS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is alarmed by the continuing steep rise in executions during Hassan Rouhani's presidential tenure in Iran over the last two years; notes the widespread sentencing of degrading and inhumane medieval judicial punishments, including public hangings and floggings, prisoners being paraded in streets, torture, limb amputations and eye …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
WEST LOTHIAN NURSES SHORTLISTED FOR SERVICES TO WOMEN AND CHILDREN AWARD
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House congratulates Lyndsey Stewart and Louise Dalgleish, staff nurses at St John's Hospital in Livingston, for being shortlisted for the Services to Women and Children Award in the Scottish Health Awards 2015; notes that they have been shortlisted among the group of six healthcare teams and two individuals …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
VETERINARY NURSE TITLE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the campaign by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for formal protection of the title Veterinary Nurse; recognises that registered veterinary nurses are true professionals who can give medical treatment or carry out minor surgery on animals in accordance with Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons' …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
NEILSTON: SCOTLAND'S FIRST EVER CYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Neilston Development Trust on the award of Scotland's first-ever Cycle Friendly Community Award for its Cycle Neilston! programme of events, activities and services; notes that the Cycle Friendly Community Award was launched by Cycling Scotland to recognise the efforts of communities and groups in promoting cycling …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CARERS ALLOWANCE EARNINGS LIMIT
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House believes that carers provide a valuable service to the community and should be encouraged and supported to remain in education or employment while undertaking their caring responsibilities; notes the terms on the Government website, which states that the earnings limit for those receiving careers allowance is no …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
LIVING WAGE WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes Living Wage Week 2015 which has seen a 40 pence increase in the living wage to £8.25, calculated independently and set by the Living Wage Foundation in partnership with the Poverty Alliance in Scotland; notes the new rate is nearly a fifth higher than the current …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 will be the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED NATIONS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations (UN) on 24 October 1945; welcomes the significant impact that the UN has had over seven decades in promoting world peace, human rights and the eradication of poverty, and the particular role it has played in …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
REDUCED PRICE OF CHRISTMAS CARD STAMPS
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House recognises that with 900 million festive cards sold in the UK each year, the sending and receiving of Christmas cards is one of the great traditions of the festive season; notes that sales have declined by over 100 million from 1.02 billion in 2005; is concerned that …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
28th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CONTINGENT LIABILITY RELATING TO HINKLEY POINT C POWER STATION
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House objects to the Departmental Minute from the Department for Energy and Climate Change, dated 21 October 2015, concerning contingent liabilities relating to the entering into of contracts regarding the Hinkley Point C power station; and directs the Department to ensure a full examination is undertaken of the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
28th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
SUFFRAGETTE OAK: SCOTLAND'S TREE OF THE YEAR 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes with delight the awarding of the title Woodland Trust Scottish Tree of the Year 2015 to the Suffragette Oak in Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park; recognises that the tree was planted by suffrage organisations on 20 April 1918 to mark women gaining the right to vote earlier that …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
LIVING WAGE WEEK AND REDUCTIONS TO TAX CREDITS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House joins all those supporting Living Wage Week from 1 to 7 November 2015; notes the hourly national living wage rate, set by the Living Wage Foundation, according to the cost of living, is currently £7.85 with a London rate of £9.15; further notes the national minimum wage …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
HITTING HORSES IN RACING
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that racehorses are routinely beaten with a whip under rules set by the industry's regulatory body, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA); further notes that these rules explicitly sanction the use of the whip for so-called encouragement, in order that jockeys may try to improve …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th November 2015
ABERLOUR FAMILY SERVICE SOUTH AYRSHIRE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Aberlour Child Care Trust on securing a £373,633 grant from Investing in Communities, Supporting 21st Century Life; acknowledges the support the Aberlour Family Service South Ayrshire can provide to parents with a learning disability and their children in Girvan and surrounding South Ayrshire; recognises that the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
25th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th November 2015
AYRSHIRE HEARING SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates S.I.S.G. Enterprises Ltd, trading as Ayrshire Hearing Support, for securing a £286,400 grant from Investing in Communities, Supporting 21st Century Life; acknowledges the value of supporting almost 800 older people with acquired sensory loss across Ayrshire each year; recognises that the project will provide a range …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th November 2015
DAVIDSON ENTERPRISE CENTRE, GIRVAN
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Alisa Horizons on gaining an award of £1,387,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund for the conversion of the Davidson Cottage Hospital, Girvan, into the Davidson Enterprise Centre; acknowledges the value of providing support and services for community groups, small businesses and other social enterprises; recognises that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
18th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Friday 20th November 2015
SCOTTISH INTERFAITH WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates Scottish Interfaith Week 2015 which runs between 22 and 30 November 2015; notes that due to the Climate Change Conference in Paris in December 2015, the specific theme is on the Care for the Environment; further notes that in light of the tragic events in Paris …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
10th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th November 2015
QUINTINSHILL RAIL DISASTER COMMEMORATIVE CARRIAGE
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House commends the work of the GCR Rolling Stock Trust to restore a Victorian wooden railway carriage and dedicate it to the honour of the 436 dead and injured in the Quintinshill rail disaster of 22 May 1915; recognises that most of the casualties in what remains the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
WORLD GOLF CHAMPION RUSSELL KNOX
Tabled by:
Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House warmly congratulates Russell Knox from Inverness on his first PGA tour win in the HSBC World Golf Championship in Shanghai; notes that this is most important success for a Scottish professional golfer on the main tour since Paul Lawrie and Catriona Matthew won their respective Open Championships; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
EUAN'S GUIDE, CHARITY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WINNER
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates EuansGuide.com on winning the first charity and social enterprise award at the Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards 2015; notes that this Leith-based charity was founded in 2013 to share independent, honest, first-hand accounts of disabled access at venues and events across the UK and internationally; recognises …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
CALDERGLEN HIGH SCHOOL BEFRIENDERS PROJECT
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Calderglen High School, Mrs Odette Frazer and Avril Anderson in East Kilbride for engaging their students in organised community volunteering work for the Befrienders Project for seniors in the local area, a number of worthwhile causes, including the local foodbank, sports, music and arts tutoring, supportive …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2015
CÒISIR GHÀIDHLIG MHEALBHAICH (MELVICH GAELIC CHOIR)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises and applauds Còisir Ghàdhlig Mhealbhaich's success at the recent Mod; notes that the choir is again National Champion having won all awards in the Fluent Rural Choirs Class in Oban; further notes that Còisir Ghàdhlig Mhealbhaich is the only Gaelic Choir from the mainland ever to …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2015
ORMLIE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Ormlie Community Association Ltd on its Awards for All grant of £9,617; welcomes the funding for their important Young Mums Group, which provides support and opportunities for mums aged between 16 and 25 by teaching them skills such as healthy eating, child development and first aid; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
4th November 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015
ANTI-SEMITISM AND PALESTINE SOLIDARITY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes with concern that the Community Security Trust recorded a doubling of anti-Semitic incidents across the UK in 2014 to 1,168; further notes that the pattern of these attacks reveals the single biggest contributing factor to have been anti-Semitic reaction to the armed violence between Israel and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th October 2015
BOMBARDIER MURRAY KERR, 77 BRIGADE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Glasgow-based army reservist Bombardier Murray Kerr, of 77th Brigade, on winning the Best Amateur Portfolio in the prestigious Army Photographic Awards 2015.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
27th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
GIVING TUESDAY
Tabled by:
Nick Hurd (Conservative - Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner)
That this House notes that the UK is consistently ranked as one of the most generous countries in the world; acknowledges the important contribution that charities and voluntary groups, donors and volunteers make in each constituency; celebrates the success of the #GivingTuesday campaign in the UK in 2014 last year, …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
US VISAS FOR PERFORMING MUSICIANS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises the difficulties for UK musicians obtaining work visas to enter the US to perform; notes that the American performer visa application process requires face-to-face meetings in either Belfast or London which may require expensive overnight stays for musicians and bands that live outside these cities; acknowledges …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
NEWBATTLE ABBEY COLLEGE SECOND WORLD WAR PROJECT
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Newbattle Abbey College on securing a grant of £66,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund; understands that Newbattle Abbey College will use this funding to research and display its contribution to the Second World War, allowing the College to assess archival details around the UK related to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
26th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Nic Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Awareness Month across the UK and that 13 November 2015 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters for the various activities being carried out to raise awareness of the disease during November 2015, including Pancreatic …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
PROTECTION OF SHOP WORKERS
Tabled by:
Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House congratulates the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (Usdaw) for its ongoing Freedom from Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers; notes with regret the chaotic and angry events of last year's Black Friday sales which resulted in shopworkers and members …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
GLASGOW NORTH WEST WOMEN'S CENTRE
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House acknowledges the important work of the Glasgow North West Women's Centre, based in the Maryhill area of the city; notes that the Centre aims to bring women together and enable them to tackle issues of importance and to find practical ways of improving their situation, and to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
26th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
FORCED CHILD ADOPTION
Tabled by:
Graham Allen (Labour - Nottingham North)
That this House recognises the suffering caused by forced child adoptions during the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, which took place due to social pressures on women who had children outside of marriage; notes the unacceptable adoption and care practices of the past, such as not giving information about welfare services, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
GIVE ART GLASGOW PROJECT
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Give Art Glasgow project, an initiative led by local artists in Glasgow to provide arts and creative materials to children and young people who rely on food banks; notes the collaboration between the project and the Greater Maryhill Food Bank in Glasgow, …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
GOVERNMENT POLICY ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all travel to Yemen and advises those there to leave immediately due to the deteriorating military and humanitarian situation in that country; welcomes the comprehensive report produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen; calls on the Home …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
WORLD POLIO DAY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House marks World Polio Day on 24 October 2015 and recognises the incredible immunisation project, started by Rotarians, 30 years ago, to eliminate polio and its debilitating paralysis from the world; and celebrates that Africa has now been polio-free for more than one year but will continue to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
WEAR IT PINK BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the contribution of the breast cancer month of October, particularly Wear it Pink Day on 23 October 2015, in raising awareness of breast cancer, encouraging women to attend breast screening and to seek medical help if they are concerned about breast changes; celebrates the improved survival …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
FAMILY REUNIFICATION FOR REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that refugees have a legal right under UK and international law to be reunited with their families; further notes that refugees seeking reunion are often faced with extreme levels of stress and anxiety, which are only worsened by separation and isolation from their loved ones who …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
DISABLED CHANGING PLACES TOILETS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes with concern the plight of disabled people and their carers requiring the use of Disabled Changing Places Toilets, in particular when undergoing long road journeys; is concerned at the current lack of such facilities with only two currently available at UK motorway service stations; recognises the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
MEMBERS REPRESENTING SCOTTISH CONSTITUENCIES AND HEATHROW EXPANSION
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House urges the Secretary of State for Transport to confirm that the decision on where to construct additional runway capacity in the south east of England cannot just be a matter for hon. Members representing English constituencies; further calls on him to confirm that at every stage of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
KINTYRE FOOD BANK
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House recognises the important contribution being made by the Kintyre Food Bank in alleviating food poverty in the Campbeltown area and congratulates them on the successful launch of their recipe book which not only provides nutritional advice and information for service users and others, but which will also …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
20th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
KELTY BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Kelty Bowling Club on receiving a grant of £7,500 from Awards for All; understands that Kelty Bowling Club will use this funding to extend its current sporting facility and create a new locker area for up to 80 people, allowing the club to accommodate its members …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
20th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
SUDDEN UNEXPECTED DEATH IN EPILEPSY
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House lends its sympathy to the family of Hayley McGurk from Fife, who passed away on 20 July 2015 from the condition known as Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy; notes that around 600 people in the UK are affected by this condition each year; recognises that the reason …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on being named Scottish University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide; recognises that the University has been ranked top in Scotland in many of the most influential rankings and surveys produced in the higher education sector …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
20th October 2015
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KIRKCALDY HIGH SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Kirkcaldy High School teacher, Helen Higham, on receiving a STEMNET STEM Teacher Award for inspiring her pupils to take an interest in science, engineering, technology and mathematics; understands that the STEMNET awards are held annually to honour the UK's most dedicated and inspirational people who are …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
19th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
TICKET TOUTING
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that ticket touting benefits neither customers, fans, athletes, artists nor the groups and venues involved in the organisation and staging of cultural and sporting events; notes that ticket touts are people who deliberately purchase tickets for an event in bulk with the shameless aim to sell …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th October 2015
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BATTLE OF ARRAS (1917) - SCOTTISH MEMORIAL MONUMENT
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House pays tribute to the sacrifice of the 53,000 Scottish soldiers, enlisted in the 9th, 15th and 51st Scottish divisions as well as other Scottish regiments within the Canadian and British divisions, who fought and lost their lives in the Battle of Arras on 9 April 1917; notes …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2015
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INTERNATIONAL STAMMERING AWARENESS DAY AND THE SCOTTISH STAMMERING NETWORK
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes International Stammering Awareness Day on 22 October 2015, which raises awareness of stammering, a condition that affects one in 100 adults worldwide; recognises the excellent work of the Scottish Stammering Network, which has directly supported hundreds of individuals who have a stammer through its support groups …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th October 2015
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WILSON DOCTRINE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the judgment of the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) that the Wilson Doctrine is not legally enforceable and calls it a political statement in a political context, encompassing the ambiguity that is sometimes to be found in political statements; further notes that this runs contrary to assurances …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2015
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EAST REN CONVOY TO CALAIS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the great energy, enthusiasm and teamwork of the large group of volunteers working as part of the East Ren Convoy to Calais group in East Renfrewshire; notes the vast quantity of donations which they have received from the generous people in that area's communities; commends the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2015
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MENTAL HEALTH PROVISION FOR ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House considers that comprehensive mental health service provision for armed forces personnel and veterans is essential, taking account of best practice guidance in the accessibility and delivery of both specialist and generic services; and calls for timeous access to medical and psychological therapies, prioritising the resources required for …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th October 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th October 2015
FIRE SERVICE REDUCTIONS IN SERVICES
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises that cuts to the fire and rescue service put the public at great risk; is concerned that last year saw the largest ever loss of firefighter jobs with 1,800 axed; notes that fire station closures and cuts to equipment and appliances are widespread; further notes that …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2015
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AYRSHIRE COMMUNITY TRUST
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the key contribution to North Ayrshire made by the Ayrshire Community Trust and its many volunteers; notes that the Trust has helped over 30,000 people become involved in volunteering in the local area, contributing to a myriad of different projects, including organisational support, training, independent examinations, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2015
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GIRVAN YOUTH TRUST
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Girvan Youth Trust on gaining an award of £50,000 from Young Start; acknowledges the value of providing a structured volunteering programme for young people; recognises the difficulties faced by voluntary organisations in securing ongoing funding; and commends the Scottish Government and the Big Lottery Fund Scotland …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
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NORTH OF SCOTLAND CHILDCARE ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates North of Scotland Childcare Association on its recent Awards of All grant of £9,995; recognises that the grant will help improve the lives of people most in need who will now receive the support they deserve; and notes that the project's excellent work will now be …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
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ALLY MACLEOD
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the family of Ally MacLeod on the success of its campaign to have the legendary former Ayr United and Scotland manager inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame; believes this recognition of his achievements is long overdue; acknowledges his role in kindling an enthusiasm for …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
22nd October 2015
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FYRISH GYMNASTICS CLUB
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Fyrish Gymnastics Club on its recent Awards for All grant of £9,000; notes that the grant will be used by the club to fund and expand its innovative community programme of gymnastic sessions for children and young people across Ross-shire; and commends its excellent work that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
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AYR RACECOURSE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayr Racecourse on gaining a Five Star Visitor Attraction Award from VisitScotland, in recognition of its outstanding standards; acknowledges the hard work carried out by staff at the Racecourse in welcoming more than 100,000 visitors to racing fixtures and hospitality events in the past year; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
20th October 2015
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SCOTTISH NATIONAL RUGBY TEAM
Tabled by:
Stuart Blair Donaldson (Scottish National Party - West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine)
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Rugby team on its heroic performance in the recent Rugby World Cup quarter final; notes that despite the result the people of Scotland are incredibly proud of each and every player; pays tribute to the leadership of Vern Cotter and Greig Laidlaw; and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2015
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FIRST WORLD WAR CENTENARY EVENTS IN INVERCLYDE
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House congratulates the Poets @ War project on its receipt of a funding award of £10,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund; understands that the project will use drama and poetry as an educational tool to teach young people about the impact of the First World War on Inverclyde; …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2015
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WELFARE OF LAYING HENS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House expresses grave concern for the welfare of laying hens kept in enriched cages; recognises that there is marginal gain in the use of these cages over EU banned battery cages and that they do not fulfil the physical and behavioural needs of the hens; and calls on …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th October 2015
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PENTLAND HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Pentland Housing Association on its 21st birthday; commends its work in Caithness and Sutherland in providing high quality, affordable housing and in developing local employment opportunities and economic growth; and offers encouragement as it continues to develop and enhance the services it provides to the local …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
13th October 2015
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ALTNAHARRA PRIMARY SCHOOL SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Altnaharra Primary School on its reward from the Social Enterprise Academy; commends the school for its ingenuity in making a midge and tick repellent soap to sell to tourists at local lodges and B&Bs; and praises the school for using the opportunity to raise money for …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
13th October 2015
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL CYCLE NETWORK
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House offers its congratulations to Sustrans on the National Cycle Network as it turns 20 years old in 2015; notes that the Network runs for over 14,000 miles across the UK, linking up villages, towns and cities; acknowledges that in 2014 the Network saw over 4.9 million people …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th September 2015
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AYRSHIRE LGBTQ
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire LGBTQ on becoming the first Scottish LGBTI Community Group of the Year at the inaugural Scottish LGBTI Awards; notes that the award was the result of a public vote and sponsored by Pride Glasgow; commends the volunteers at Ayrshire LGBTI for their hard work in …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
15th September 2015
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1820 RADICAL WAR MEMORIAL
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes the official unveiling of artwork on 25 September 2015 at Cathcart Square, Greenock in Inverclyde to commemorate the 1820 Radical War; notes that the Radical War, also known as the Scottish Insurrection of 1820, was a week of strikes and unrest, a culmination of Radical demands …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th September 2015
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MIDLOTHIAN WEST BY-ELECTION
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Councillor Kelly Parry on her election as the Scottish National Party's (SNP) latest elected representative following her decisive victory in the local authority by-election in Midlothian West in Midlothian Council; believes that Councillor Parry is the youngest female representative ever elected to Midlothian Council; recognises that …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
11th September 2015
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SCOURIE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Scourie Community Development Company Limited in receiving a £54,000 award from the Scottish Land Fund to purchase land to establish a GeoCentre for the North West Highland Geopark; and commends its work to improve tourism infrastructure in its remote location in the north of Scotland.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
11th September 2015
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SUPPORT FOR FAMILY MEDIATION HIGHLAND
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House acknowledges the excellent work of Family Mediation Highland (Relationships Scotland) in providing family mediation, homelessness mediation, counselling for children and young people, neighbourhood dispute mediation and parent support in the Highlands of Scotland; and offers it congratulations and support in opening its new centre in Caithness.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
10th September 2015
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ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND HOSPICE'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that St Margaret of Scotland Hospice this year celebrates its 65th anniversary of delivering palliative care to the community of Clydebank and across the West of Scotland; congratulates the staff, management team and many volunteers for ensuring that the hospice maintains its high level of care …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
9th September 2015
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IRISH NAVAL SERVICE HUMANITARIAN WORK IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the role being played by the Irish Naval Service in the Mediterranean in rescuing men, women and children fleeing war zones and conflicts, in particular the current conflict in Syria; furthermore praises the efforts of the crews of LÉ Niamh, LÉ Eithne and LÉ Samuel Beckett …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th September 2015
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ZERO WASTE WEEK
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates Zero Waste Week 2015, which runs between 7 and 13 September 2015; notes that it is in its eighth year owing to the hard work of founder Rachelle Strauss, co-ordinating the project in her own free time; further notes that this campaign has been successful on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th September 2015
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INTERNATIONAL CHARITIES DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports the celebration of International Charities Day which was held on 5 September 2015; congratulates all charities as they undertake their role in promoting their charitable objectives; recognises and celebrates the diversity of charities, their trustees' and volunteers' value in public life; and believes that …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
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OIL AND GAS UK'S ANNUAL ECONOMIC REPORT
Tabled by:
Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the release of Oil and Gas UK's annual Economic Report; notes that this has been a challenging time for all those involved in the industry; congratulates all those involved in the sector for their hard work and commitment; regrets that capital investment is likely to drop …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
9th September 2015
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RELEASE OF SHAKER AAMER FROM GUANTANAMO
Tabled by:
Andrew Mitchell (Conservative - Sutton Coldfield)
That this House calls on the US administration to release Shaker Aamer from his imprisonment in Guantanamo Bay; notes that he has now been incarcerated for 13 years without charge; further notes that he has twice been cleared for release and transfer, under President Bush in 2007 and President Obama …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
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BRAEHEAD CLAN'S UK FIRST
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Braehead Clan's 6-4 victory over German side ERC Ingolstadt on 5 September 2015; notes that this victory was the first-ever European Champions League win for a UK ice hockey team; recognises that the Purple Army will regularly fill out the 4,000 seated stadium at the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
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TURNER PRIZE IN GLASGOW IN 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that works of the four shortlisted nominees for the Turner Prize 2015 will be exhibited at the Tramway Theatre in Glasgow from 1 October 2015 to 17 January 2016, the first time that the Turner Prize has been held in Scotland; believes that the hosting of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
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WORLD DUCHENNE AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises that World Duchenne Awareness Day on 7 September 2015 offers the opportunity to create greater knowledge of that condition; offers congratulations to Laura Smith, a mother from Limavady, who was declared the Muscular Dystrophy UK champion for her outstanding work in highlighting the incurable form of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th September 2015
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100th ANNIVERSARY OF AWARD OF VICTORIA CROSS TO ROBERT DUNSIRE, METHIL
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that September 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of the act of supreme gallantry in which Private Robert Dunsire, a coal miner from Methil in Fife, twice risked his life to go into the field under heavy fire to rescue wounded comrades during the Battle of Loos; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
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EFFECT OF ZERO-HOURS CONTRACTS ON WOMEN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises the increase in zero-hours contracts under the current Government's austerity measures; accepts the Office for National Statistics figures that show 750,000 people are on zero-hours contracts in the UK as of June 2015; acknowledges the financial constraints zero-hours contracts can put on working people who are …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
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POTENTIAL CLOSURE OF LIBRARY SERVICES IN FIFE
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes with deep concern the proposal by Fife Council and Fife Cultural Trust to close 16 public libraries in Fife; further notes that the threatened closures have come about as a result of funding cuts approved by Fife Council in February 2013; notes that the cuts were …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
9th September 2015
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TRIDENT RENEWAL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes that the Chancellor of the Exchequer visited the Faslane Naval Base to announce £500 million of spending; is concerned that this announcement pre-empts a final decision on Trident replacement; and calls on the Government to ensure that any decision on the Trident replacement is subject to …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
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WAYNE ROONEY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House warmly congratulates England international footballer Wayne Rooney on his achievement of becoming England's top goal scorer of all time.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
8th September 2015
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SCOTTISH AIRSHOW 2015
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates the organisers of the Scottish Airshow 2015 on their successful two-day event in Ayr and Prestwick; welcomes the news that the event attracted in the region of 120,000 spectators to the area; commends the team at the Scottish Airshow for their hard work in doubling the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
8th September 2015
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VICTIM SUPPORT SOUTH AYRSHIRE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Victim Support South Ayrshire on reaching its 25th anniversary; acknowledges the value of providing free confidential, practical and emotional support and information to victims, witnesses and anyone affected by crime; and commends the amazing efforts of the trained staff and volunteers in delivering this service to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
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AIRDRIE SUPPORTERS' TRUST KIT AID TO MONGOLIA
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises the outstanding charitable work carried out by the Airdrie Supporters' Trust in the local area, but also internationally as part of the Kit Aid campaign; notes that the Trust has been collecting old football kits from local supporters in exchange for free Airdrieonians season tickets and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
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SHOTTS AND DYKEHEAD CALEDONIA - WORLD PIPE BAND CHAMPIONS
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Shotts and Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band on winning the Grade 1 title at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; notes that this is the first time a Scottish band has won the main prize in 10 years; further notes that around 8,000 competitors took part …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
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RENFREWSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce becoming the first chamber in the UK to be awarded Living Wage Accreditation and in the process paying its staff the official living wage of £7.85 an hour; notes the benefits that can be brought to businesses in paying its staff a …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
PAISLEY'S CITY OF CULTURE BID
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports the bid being prepared by Paisley to be awarded City of Culture status in 2021; recognises the town's great cultural strengths, including the world famous Paisley Pattern, which dates back to a time when the town was world-leading in textile production; celebrates the rich history of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
McROBERT AWARD
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Artemis Intelligent Power on being awarded the McRobert Award by the Royal Academy of Engineering; commends the team at Artemis on developing their digital displacement system which led to winning this prestigious award; and recognises the technology made by Artemis could increase the power of offshore …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
COMPENSATION FOR THALIDOMIDE VICTIMS
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that the campaign to persuade the German government to provide adequate compensation for victims of Thalidomide is at a crucial stage; recognises that this compensation is needed to cover the medical costs of their condition which occurred as a result of the drug manufactured by the …
114 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
STAT XPLORE
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House condemns the policy of the Department for Work and Pensions of responding to Parliamentary Questions merely by linking to the website of its hard-to-use stat xplore tool, refusing to publish figures or place them in Parliamentary Answers; notes with concern that this practice makes important statistics and …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
ST ABBS LIFEBOAT
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House supports the campaign to save the St Abbs lifeboat in Berwickshire from closure; notes that St Abbs is the largest diving area in the UK and that there is a risk that the removal of a locally-based lifeboat able to respond to incidents rapidly will discourage recreational …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
OUR POWER ENERGY
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House welcomes the establishment of Our Power Energy, the first UK energy company to operate on a non-profit distribution basis, which hopes to reduce bills to customers by as much as 10 per cent; recognises that Our Power Energy has been founded by 35 organisations, including many of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
MR GEORGE O'GRADY
Tabled by:
Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Mr George O'Grady on his 40 years service to the European Tour of Golf and for the last few years as Chief Executive; notes his substantial contribution to the development of the game and to his being instrumental in having golf reinstated as an Olympic sport …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
DELIVERY TO RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes that people living in rural areas of the UK, in particular areas such as the Highlands and Islands, are regularly asked to pay significant surcharges for the delivery of goods ordered over the internet; is concerned that, despite regulations set out in the Provision of Services …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
KING'S OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS AND GALLIPOLI DAY
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that 12 July 2015 marked the 100th anniversary of what is known as Gallipoli Day, when more than 300 officers and men of the King's Own Scottish Borderers were killed, with 42 of them from the town of Kelso; laments the fact that this was the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Royal and Ancient Golf Club on hosting the 144th Open Championship on the historic Old Course at St Andrews, the Home of Golf; notes that this is the 29th time The Open has been played on the Old Course, making it the most frequent host …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
DR ION JINGA, DEPARTING AMBASSADOR OF ROMANIA
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
"at end, insert 'and highlights his work in Scotland working with the Scottish Government, MSPs, local authorities, Chambers of Commerce, non-governmental organisations, universities and students' associations of around 800 Romanian students and also his active support for the successful integration of Romanians in local Scottish communities'. "
25 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
FAIR PAY FOR APPRENTICES
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that apprenticeships are an essential part of the workplace and are an invaluable opportunity for young people to earn a living and learn a trade or profession; recognises the immense contribution that apprenticeship schemes make to individuals' lives, private sector, third sector and public sector organisations, …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
LOW PAY AND YOUNG WORKERS
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House notes that the National Living Wage policy announced in the 2015 Budget will not improve the incomes of many low paid workers, owing to the simultaneous reductions in working benefits, tax credits and local housing allowance; further notes that the respected Institute of Fiscal Studies calculates that …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 20
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
DUNNET HEAD NATURE RESERVE PROJECT
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Dunnet Head Nature Reserve Project on their success in being awarded £40,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund to further develop their work in the far North of Scotland; and applauds their objective in promoting the natural and historic heritage of the area.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
UNION RECOGNITION BY QINETIQ
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on QinetiQ to restore union recognition for its workforce, particularly given its plans to expand the Butec facility based at Kyle of Lochalsh and the net loss of jobs envisaged through those proposals.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
IMMIGRATION STATUS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House is concerned that domestic violence legislation provides insufficient protection to survivors of domestic violence who have an insecure immigration status and have little recourse to public funds; notes that many of these survivors remain financially dependent on a violent spouse or family member, which prevents them from …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
PARTHENON SCULPTURES
Tabled by:
Jeremy Lefroy (Conservative - Stafford)
That this House is aware that many of the Parthenon sculptures, controversially removed from Athens by Lord Elgin between 1801 and 1812 during the Ottoman occupation of Greece, were then purchased from him by the Government following a decision in Parliament in 1816, and remain on display in the British …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House applauds the work of Citizens Advice Bureaux across Scotland in promoting, providing and offering a safe local environment to access impartial advice and assistance on a broad range of issues; recognises the intrinsic community nature of Citizens Advice Scotland in promoting community and volunteer-led services through local …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2015
121 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
13th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
ISRAELI MILITARY TREATMENT OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House condemns the charging of Palestinian children with offences under Israeli military law and their trial in military courts since the occupation of Palestinian territory in 1967; further condemns the arrests, detention and prosecution of around 700 Palestinian children in the Israeli military court system each year; acknowledges …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 19
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
PURDAH PERIOD FOR EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House notes the tabling of a New Clause in the name of the right hon. Member for Camberwell and Peckham for Report Stage of the EU Referendum Bill concerning the implementation of a purdah period for the referendum campaign; recalls that on day one of the Committee Stage …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Plaid Cymru: 2
9th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
TREATMENT OF YAZIDI WOMEN AND MINORITIES BY ISIL
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House remains extremely concerned about the treatment of minorities in Iraq and parts of Syria by ISIL (also known as Daesh), and in particular the persecution of Yazidi women, who have been brutally targeted since August 2014 and who continue to be held in ISIL captivity in large …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Waiting Days) (Amendment) Regulations 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1362), dated 9 June 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 June, be annulled.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 13
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CONFLICT IN SUDAN AND SOUTH SUDAN
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is deeply concerned about ongoing conflict, humanitarian crises and human rights challenges in Sudan and South Sudan; notes the UK's important contribution to the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement that ended one of Africa's longest running civil wars and led to the secession of South Sudan; is gravely …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
MONIAIVE CREATIVE PLACE AWARD
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House congratulates the small village of Moniaive in Dumfries and Galloway on receipt of its recent award of £50,000 as a Creative Place, recognised by Creative Scotland; notes that Moniaive is a village full of artists, writers and musicians and has more festivals per capita than anywhere else …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 2
1st July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House commends the Women's Tennis Association for introducing regular heat breaks for competitors at Wimbledon once the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius; is surprised that similar provisions are not also in place for male competitors; regrets that workers in the UK have no guaranteed legal safeguards from working …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CLYDE & HEBRIDES FERRY SERVICES
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the current dispute between RMT members and Caledonian MacBrayne (Calmac) over concerns about future operations of services and employment terms and conditions linked to the tendering process of Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS) currently operated by Calmac; further notes that these services were first put …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th June 2015
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CALLING TIME ON NUISANCE CALLS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that too many members of the public are bombarded with nuisance calls and texts which is a huge issue of concern; is aware that the Which? campaign, Calling Time on Nuisance Calls and Texts, found that eight in 10 people said that cold calls were an …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
SEND MY FRIEND TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the importance of education around the world; notes that 58 million children around the world are unable to access their right to education; further recognises that over half of the children who do not go to school are girls; and welcomes the Send My Friend to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
SHOTTS TOWN STATUS
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House welcomes the efforts of community activists in Shotts, North Lanarkshire in their campaign to see Shotts recognised as a town, rather than a collection of villages, by North Lanarkshire Council; acknowledges a petition nearly 1,000 signatures from local residents demanding the change; recognises that town status would …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 1
29th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
TRANSPARENCY IN GREYHOUND RACING
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned over the transparency of greyhound racing welfare records; notes that an estimated 4,000 greyhounds still suffer serious injuries annually through racing; recognises the importance of the upcoming review and assessment of the Welfare of Racing Greyhounds Regulations 2010 by the Department of Environment, Food and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CAR PARKING ON PAVEMENTS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House supports the campaign by Guide Dogs for the Blind and others to stop cars parking on pavements; considers that parking on pavements is a hindrance to many pedestrians, particularly those with wheelchairs or pushchairs, as well as being of great danger to those who are blind or …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
REDUCTION IN THE NUMBER OF RED SQUIRRELS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned at the decrease in the number of red squirrels over the last 50 years, despite attempts to promote and safeguard the species; supports wildlife organisations that have conservation programmes directed at protecting and sustaining the animals; and encourages local communities to keep a data record …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHARGES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is greatly concerned at the impact that charging for the use of the Child Maintenance Scheme (CMS) is having on families and children; believes that these charges in effect constitute a tax on children in contradiction to the Government's professed child-friendly stance; notes that charities such as …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
PEOPLE'S ASSEMBLY AGAINST AUSTERITY MARCH
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes evidence that the Government's economic strategy of austerity pursued since 2010 has seen a significant transfer of wealth from the least well-off to the more affluent; further notes the policy has had a disproportionately negative impact on the most disadvantaged areas; believes that this has contributed …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
17th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is extremely concerned about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members to make decisions in the public interest; in particular opposes the investor state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanism which would give foreign corporations enhanced legal power to …
99 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
25th ANNIVERSARY OF DUMBARTON CREDIT UNION
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House applauds the work of credit unions across the UK in promoting, providing and offering a safe and regulated local environment to save and a low cost way to borrow; recognises the intrinsic community nature of credit unions in reducing the demand for high interest loans and doorstep …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
BIKE WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes the promotion of cycling during Bike Week from 13-21 June 2015; congratulates those involved in the organisation of events; acknowledges this as the largest national cycling event in the UK; recognises the importance of promoting cycling as a convenient way to make everyday journeys; and endorses …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
HUMAN RIGHTS IN ERITREA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House strongly condemns the serious and systematic human rights violations committed by the Eritrean government, as detailed by the United Nations Commission of Inquiry on Human Rights in Eritrea, which published a hard-hitting report last week; expresses its concern that the Eritrean government has created a pervasive climate …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CAFFÈ NERO AND CORPORATION TAX
Tabled by:
David T C Davies (Conservative - Monmouth)
That this House is dismayed that despite making over £20 million of profit last year, Caffè Nero has not paid a penny in corporation tax; and calls on the directors of Caffè Nero to remedy this situation urgently.
63 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
REFUGEES CROSSING THE MEDITERRANEAN AND MARE NOSTRUM
Tabled by:
Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House urges the Prime Minister to recognise the fatal impact of the decision in 2014 to cancel Operation Mare Nostrum in October 2014, and the decision to replace it with the much more limited Operation Triton, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives of desperate refugees, exploited …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes the comments of the Israeli Prime Minister that there will be no state of Palestine on his watch and that he has repeatedly made it clear that he will never countenance a fully sovereign Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza; further notes that the …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
UNFCCC CLIMATE CONFERENCE 2015
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes that the forty-second session of the Subsidiary Body for Implementation and the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technological Advice of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, as well as the June session of the Ad Hoc Working Group on the Durban Platform for Enhanced Action, …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
GLASGOW SAFE TAXI SCHEME
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow Caledonian University's Students' Association and Glasgow Taxis for their response to the community safety concerns of students in creating the Safe Taxi scheme; notes that the simple act of presenting a student card will allow students to get an …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
FORTH BRIDGE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Tabled by:
Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes, with great pleasure, the listing of that triumph of Victorian design, the Forth Bridge, also known as the Forth Rail Bridge, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fifth such site of special cultural or physical significance in Scotland, and the 28th in these islands; welcomes …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
TRIDENT MAIN GATE DECISION
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that the Main Gate decision on Trident replacement is expected to take place in the lifetime of this Parliament; considers that at a time of continuing reductions in public spending the procurement cost of at least £25 billion for replacing Trident could be better spent in …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
PET SAFE LABELLING
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House notes the recent survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners in the UK by More Than insurance, which showed that 78 per cent of British gardens contain plants that are toxic to cats and dogs; is concerned that 31 per cent of respondents did not realise that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is increasing its mandatory fees for all 16 regulated professions by a massive 12.5 per cent on 1 August 2015; further notes that this follows a five per cent increase in 2014, breaches an undertaking not to review …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
OPERATION OF THE LONDON UNDERGROUND AT NIGHT
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that uncontrolled and unmanaged night work can have a serious impact on the physical and mental health and well-being of employees as well as a detrimental impact on family and social life; is therefore appalled that the Mayor of London is imposing night working on tube …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
NATIONAL FARMERS' UNION
Tabled by:
David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House supports the campaign by the National Farmers' Union to improve safety on the farm; and requests that greater assistance be offered to highlight the educational campaign to make farm buildings and land a safer place for all who work there.
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
GROUP B STREPTOCOCCUS AWARENESS
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports the launch of the Why guess when you can test? campaign; hopes that this will raise much needed awareness of how to prevent an infection recognised to be the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies; recognises that group B Streptococcus (GBS) causes septicaemia, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
NEW HOMES FOR THE PENNYBURN ESTATE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Irvine Housing Association (IHA) who, in partnership with Pennyburn Regeneration Youth Development Enterprise, have constructed 22 new homes for social rent in the Pennyburn estate, Kilwinning; notes that these new homes have replaced 48 flats categorised as low-demand stock and that all residents who stayed in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
7th July 2015
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PETITION ON THE CLOSURE OF THE ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND BRANCH IN LOCHINVER
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the detrimental impact of the prospective closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Lochinver to the people and businesses in North West Scotland; and applauds the effort of the community in raising a petition of over 700 signatures against this closure and the negative …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
7th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015
ANGOLAN BOOK GROUP ARRESTS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House expresses its concern over the arrest and detention of 15 members of an Angolan Book Group, including author and journalist Domingos da Cruz and musician Luaty Beirao, in Luanda last month for reading books deemed so subversive by the Angolan government that its Attorney General described their …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
HIV PEER-LED SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of peer-led support for people living with HIV in managing a long-term condition that is too often met with stigma in society; notes that there are now over 1,000 people living with HIV and evidence demonstrates that peer support can improve people's understanding and …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
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ENGLAND WOMEN'S FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the England Women's Football Team on its outstanding performance throughout the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and in particular its impressive third-place play-off, beating Germany 1-0 to take home the bronze medal; and notes that the conduct and determination of these athletes on and off the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
RAIF BADAWI
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the unjust arrest and imprisonment of Raif Badawi in Saudi Arabia in May 2014 for championing free speech and freedom of expression; is concerned that he was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, 1,000 lashes, a fine of one million Saudi Riyal - over a quarter of …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
FEMALE UNEMPLOYMENT LEVELS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the news that Scotland has one of the lowest levels of female unemployment in the developed world; understands that the latest comparison figures on female unemployment compiled by the Scottish Parliamentary Information Centre shows that Scotland has the fourth lowest female unemployment level comparing 34 other …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
3rd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
CARERS WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that there are 6.5 million unpaid carers across the UK and 6,000 people take on new caring responsibilities every day; gives its full support to Carers Week which falls on 8 to 14 June 2015; further notes that this is an annual campaign to raise awareness …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
PREVENTION OF DEBT CRISES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House supports taking action to prevent debt crises taking place in developing countries, as these delay development and can cause great suffering; welcomes the $130 billion of developing country debt which was cancelled through the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries initiative; notes that lending to low-income countries has trebled …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
ILLEGAL AND UNSUSTAINABLE TIMBER
Tabled by:
Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative - Richmond Park)
That this House notes the problem of illegal logging, estimated at between 15 per cent and 30 per cent of the international timber trade, which results in lost revenues for producer countries, environmental damage, loss of biodiversity and increased carbon emissions; further notes that the European Union's Timber Regulation (EUTR) …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
28th May 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Emily Thornberry (Labour - Islington South and Finsbury)
That this House congratulates the Republic of Ireland on becoming the first country in the world to endorse the call for marriage equality in a popular vote; believes that Ireland has fulfilled the aspirations of equality campaigners by winning majority support in virtually every parliamentary constituency and concluding the referendum …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
EU REFERENDUM VOTING AGE
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House believes that 16 and 17 year olds should be allowed to vote in any upcoming referendum on the UK’s relationship with Europe; recognises that teenagers have a clear interest in whether or not we stay in the EU and that the future of the EU is vital …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
SAFETY AT HMNB CLYDE (FASLANE)
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House views with alarm the revelations of Able Seaman William McNeilly, published by The Sunday Herald, in which he catalogues a series of security breaches and safety failings both at HMNB Clyde (Faslane) and aboard the UK’s nuclear-powered and nuclear-armed submarines; believes that, if substantiated, Mr McNeilly’s allegations …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
16th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
MCKINNON CUP DEBATING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the value of promoting public speaking in developing confidence and self-worth and congratulates the students and staff of the schools of West Dunbartonshire, including St Peter the Apostle High School, Clydebank High School, Dumbarton Academy, Our Lady and St Patrick's High School and Vale of Leven …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
PUBLICATION OF ANIMAL EXPERIMENT RESULTS
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the requirement that all clinical trial results should be published; and calls on the Home Office to require and facilitate a similar arrangement for animal experiments, subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety, to enable researchers to avoid duplication and allow …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND ANIMAL EXPERIMENTS
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the progress made by the Home Office in the last Parliament to allow Freedom of Information requests for animal experiment project licences subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety; and supports the call on the Government by Cruelty Free International to …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
VOTES FOR 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the study by the University of Edinburgh which states that 67 per cent of people aged 16 and 17 years old would participate in an election if given the chance to do so; notes that this compares favourably with figures released in the same study which …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 15
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
CERVICAL SCREENING AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Nicholas Brown (Independent - Newcastle upon Tyne East)
That this House welcomes Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2015, which runs from 15 to 21 June 2015 and is led by Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust; notes that the week aims to highlight the importance of cervical screening and how attending a screening appointment can help to prevent cervical cancer; further …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY PUBLIC HOUSES
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of British beer and community pubs, which support almost 900,000 jobs and contribute £22 billion to UK GDP; believes that well-run pubs are an important community meeting place and the best place to enjoy alcohol responsibly; notes that more …
148 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 22
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
THE BIG SHAVE OFF
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House praises the efforts of Paul Kehoe, one of the House's doorkeepers and a servant of the House for 37 years, in supporting The Big Shave Off in order to raise funds for charities involved with autism, Alzheimer's, Cancer UK, Help the Heroes and prostate cancer; is impressed …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
SMALL SCALE HYDRO POWER
Tabled by:
Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House notes the successful development of small scale hydro supported via Feed-in-Tariff, with 177 MW of small scale hydro now available in Scotland, which represents 75 per cent of UK capacity; recognises the importance of this additional clean energy generation at a time of tightening electricity capacity margins …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House believes that the Government should play a leading role at the UN summit in September 2015 and strongly urge its international colleagues to adopt a specific target to reduce the level of violence against children as part of the new Sustainable Development Goals; notes that UNICEF has …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
8th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
SUPPORTING SCOTLAND'S CARERS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports Scotland's 759,000 carers and thanks them, and the millions of unpaid carers across the UK, for the unwavering work that they do; recognises and gives its full support to Carers Week from 8 to 14 June 2015; congratulates third sector organisations, such as Carers Scotland, MND …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
ONSHORE WIND
Tabled by:
Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the commitment from the Government in the Queen's Speech that, the Government will consult with the devolved administrations on changes to subsidy regimes for onshore wind farms; expresses its concern at the possibility of the subsidy for new onshore wind farms being ended due to the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
BURNING ALIVE OF A 15 YEAR OLD CHRISTIAN BOY IN LAHORE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the beating, torture and burning alive of a 15 year old Christian boy Nauman Masih, on 9 April 2015, in Lahore, after he was identified as a Christian by two Muslim youths; and calls on the government of Pakistan to ensure that the perpetrators of this …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
3rd June 2015
29 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
3rd June 2015
44 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
TRIDENT AND THE STRATEGIC DEFENCE AND SECURITY REVIEW
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that a decision on the replacement of the Trident nuclear weapon submarines is due in the life of this Parliament; further notes that the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) will precede that decision; recognises that international circumstances have significantly changed from those in which the …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
DUNGAVEL IMMIGRATION REMOVAL CENTRE
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House commends the protestors who gathered at Dungavel Immigration Removal Centre on 30 May 2015 to call for the closure of the centre; and agrees that the Government must pursue alternatives to detention with a view to achieving the closure of Dungavel House and other immigration removal centres.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
2nd June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
DAIRY FARMERS
Tabled by:
Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker - Chorley)
That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying dairy products to consumers; highlights the high quality dairy products which are supplied by local farmers and the benefits that dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expresses concern at the way in which dairy farmers …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Speaker: 1
1st June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
SUGAR CONTENT IN FRUIT SNACKS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply concerned at the evidence gathered by the group Action on Sugar, which shows a large number of fruit snacks aimed at children contain unacceptably high levels of sugar; notes that of the 94 products researched by Action on Sugar, 85 per cent were more sugary …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2015
CARERS WEEK SCOTLAND 2015
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes Carers Week 2015; understands that Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign, which takes place between 8 and 14 June 2015 and is supported by six national charities, Carers Scotland, Carers Trust Scotland, MS Society Scotland, Macmillan Cancer Support, Independent Age and Age UK; notes that, …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th June 2015
ROYAL MAIL COMMEMORATION OF SCOTLAND'S HISTORY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House marks the 50th anniversary of Royal Mail's modern Special Stamp programme; notes that 2,663 Special Stamps have been issued since July 1965 and have represented, in each year, the ever evolving society and culture of the nation; welcomes the publication of the most recent Special Stamps, which …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015
GLASGOW GIRLS FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Girls Football Club (GGFC) on the announcement of its tour to the Gambia and news that it will play the Gambian National Women's team; and commends GGFC for all its community work in the east end of Glasgow.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015
DETENTION OF MAJID ALI, CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE STUDENT
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned by the detention of City of Glasgow student Majid Ali, who was last week sent to Dungavel Detention Centre; notes that Majid is due to be deported to Balochistan, in Pakistan, at 11.30pm on 9 June 2015; expresses concern that Majid will be in …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st June 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015
INVERNESS CALEDONIAN THISTLE AND THE SCOTTISH CUP
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to congratulate Inverness Caledonian Thistle on their first ever win in a Scottish Cup Final and praises manager John Hughes, the coaching staff, players and supporters on a remarkable season in bringing the oldest trophy in world football, namely the Scottish Cup, to the fine city …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th May 2015
Corri Wilson signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th May 2015
VOLUNTEERS WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports plans to celebrate the 31st annual Volunteers Week from 1 to 7 June 2015; congratulates the national bodies for volunteering, Volunteer Scotland, National Council for Voluntary Organisations, Volunteer Now and Wales Council for Voluntary Action as they seek to support and develop volunteering across …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1