5th February 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th February 2025
US proposals for Gaza
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes that President Trump’s proposals for Gaza are dangerously irresponsible; recognises the need to uphold the rights and security of all citizens in Israel and Palestine; notes with concern that President Trump’s approach demonstrates total disregard for the rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people; acknowledges the …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 61
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Preventing sudden deaths from undiagnosed heart conditions
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with concern that at least 12 young people die each week in the UK from undiagnosed heart conditions, often without symptoms; highlights that these conditions can often be detected through simple electrocardiogram screenings; calls for greater awareness of cardiac health in schools, universities and grassroots sports, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
30th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Maternity care in the UK
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House notes the devastating toll of deaths and trauma in childbirth on families across the country; further notes that the Care Quality Commission investigation of over 100 maternity units found that 65% are not sufficiently safe; notes that maternity services are afflicted by low staff morale, burnout, absenteeism, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Free-to-air television coverage of the Six Nations
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises the unique place of the Six Nations Championship within the cultural life of each of the four nations of the UK; believes that, given the special national interest, free-to-air live television coverage of the Championship must be protected; notes with grave concern recent reports that rights …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd February 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
World Cancer Day and Leukaemia UK’s Take Action, Save Lives report
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises that World Cancer Day is held on 4 February; welcomes the launch of Leukaemia UK’s report, Take Action, Save Lives, which highlights the need for a National Cancer Strategy with commitments to save and improve the lives of those affected by leukaemia; notes that nearly 60,000 …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 27th January 2025
Publication of fuel court prices
Tabled by:
Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot)
That this House calls on the Government to commit to the pump watch petrol price comparison platform, as recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority.
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
US trade and impact assessments
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be deposited in the Library of the House of Commons all impact assessments which His Majesty’s Government has made regarding the impact of potential US tariffs on the UK economy.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Support for SMEs in coastal and farming constituencies
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House acknowledges the detrimental impact of National Insurance contribution rises and higher business rates on small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly in coastal and farming constituencies like West Dorset; notes that these sectors are essential for tourism and seasonal employment but are disproportionately affected by these financial pressures; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Provision of residential outdoor education for children in kinship care
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the unique challenges faced by children in kinship care and the vital role outdoor education plays in fostering self-esteem and developing essential life skills; calls on local authorities to take such steps as are reasonably practicable to ensure that children living in kinship care receive at …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Benefits of outdoor education to children’s wellbeing
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the significant benefits of outdoor education to children’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing; calls on the Secretary of State for Education to undertake a review into these benefits within six months of the passing of the Children’s Wellbeing Bill; further urges the Secretary of State to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
8th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Thursday 16th January 2025
Import and sale of real fur
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House urges the Government to ban the import and sale of real fur; notes that the UK has banned the main methods of fur production, namely leg-hold trapping and fur farming, due to their cruelty; believes that it is hypocritical to allow the import and sale of real …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th January 2025
Afghan women and girls
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House deplores the systemic and violent subjugation of women and girls in Afghanistan by the Taliban, including extensive restrictions on speech, education, working, and unaccompanied travel or movement in the public sphere; notes that this is described by the United Nations special rapporteur as amounting to a gender …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th January 2025
Possible sanctions on Bidzina Ivanishvili
Tabled by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes)
That this House expresses deep concern at the suspension of Georgia’s EU accession process and the increasing use of excessive force against peaceful protesters; condemns the role of Bidzina Ivanishvili in undermining democracy and facilitating Russian influence in Georgia; notes the United States has imposed sanctions on Ivanishvili and calls …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th January 2025
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th January 2025
Protecting children from sexual abuse
Tabled by:
Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House believes that no child should ever be subjected to sexual abuse or exploitation; recognises that any perpetrators must face the full force of the law; emphasises that to fully deliver justice for survivors, steps must be taken at all levels of Government to better protect children from …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd January 2025
Implications for rural communities of the Autumn Budget 2024
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the vital contribution that British farmers make to our economy, environment and food security; understands that the farming industry has suffered from the botched trade deals that the former Conservative government negotiated and the poorly managed transition to Environmental Land Management schemes, increases in input costs, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
18th December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Friday 20th December 2024
Healthy lunches
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises the importance of eating a healthy and nutritious lunch; further recognises that poor diet is now the biggest risk for preventable disease, placing a huge strain on the NHS; notes that the number of food-secure households decreased by 2% according to the UK Food Security Report …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Independent: 4
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
18th December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Friday 20th December 2024
Reform of electoral law
Tabled by:
Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House notes with serious concern recent reports of high-profile individuals and international entities exploring avenues to influence UK political parties and elections, raising questions about the robustness of current electoral laws in preventing foreign interference; recognises the essential role of transparent and accountable political financing in preserving public …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
18th December 2024
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Independent: 3
26th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Fuel Poverty Awareness Day
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House notes that Wednesday 27 November marks Fuel Poverty Awareness Day; remarks with grave concern that this winter will leave thousands of people cold and hungry; further notes that homelessness in the UK is at a record high and an estimated six million households are in fuel poverty; …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
Democracy and human rights in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with grave concern the ongoing human rights abuses perpetrated by the Myanmar military; recognises the urgent need to restore democracy and uphold the rights of the people of Myanmar; acknowledges the pivotal role of the UK as the penholder on Myanmar at the UN Security Council; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024
The EU and the arms trade, human rights, and the Israel-Gaza conflict
Tabled by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes)
That this House expresses grave concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis and violations of human rights in Gaza and the Occupied Palestinian Territories; reiterates the urgent need for all parties to adhere to international law and the principles of proportionality in the use of force; calls for the UK Government …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Cuts to the International Development Budget
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
9th December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th December 2024
Domestic Abuse Offences
Tabled by:
Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House acknowledges the pervasive and deeply harmful impact of domestic abuse on survivors; notes that, while the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 defines domestic abuse, there is no specific criminal offence for domestic abuse in England and Wales; further notes that many domestic abuse cases are prosecuted under broader …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd December 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Bath Young Carers
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House congratulates Bath Philharmonia Young Carers' Choir on the release of their single Love is Enough; wishes them luck in the race for this year’s Christmas number one; recognises the talent and hard work of the six current and former young carers who wrote the single; highlights the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024
Reducing the age for bowel cancer screening offered on the NHS
Tabled by:
Joshua Reynolds (Liberal Democrat - Maidenhead)
That this House recognises the hard work of Stephen Rippington, who whilst battling against bowel cancer, was active in raising awareness for the disease both within his local area and online, and his wife Jessica who has raised over £10,000 for bowel cancer research; notes that 1 in 4 diagnoses …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
25th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024
Replacement of Personal Independence Payments with a voucher system
Tabled by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay)
That this House expresses its concern regarding the Minister for Work and Pensions' refusal to rule out proposals to replace Personal Independence Payments (PIP) with a voucher system; notes that this proposal, originally put forward by the previous Conservative Government, would significantly reduce the autonomy of disabled claimants; recognises the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th November 2024
National Insurance contributions rise exemption for childcare providers
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House notes that the increase to the rate of employers' National Insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget will lead to higher childcare fees for families, along with probable closures of early years and childcare settings; further notes that early years and childcare provision has faced years of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Puppy smuggling bill
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House welcomes the introduction of the Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill, also known as the Puppy Smuggling Bill, which aims to address critical animal welfare and public health concerns associated with the illegal importation of dogs and cats; recognises that this Bill tackles puppy …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Emergency care
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes with dismay that emergency departments across England are in a state of crisis after years of neglect and failure by the last Conservative government; commends the hard work of all emergency service workers that despite extremely tough working conditions save thousands of lives every day; notes …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
21st November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Carers Rights Day
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House celebrates Carers Rights Day; recognises the hard and vital work unpaid carers do caring for their loved ones; notes that carers across the country support the wellbeing of millions of the most vulnerable in our society and contribute £184bn to the UK economy; further notes that health …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th November 2024
Carers Rights Day 2024
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this house recognises the importance of carers in the UK, in the light of Carers Rights Day; in addition acknowledges the poor working conditions and low pay that carers struggle with; highlights the value of carers to societies across the UK; notes that while the recent budget has added …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Friday 22nd November 2024
Children's Grief Awareness Week 2024
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises Children’s Grief Awareness Week, taking place between 18 and 24 November 2024; notes that this year’s theme is building hope, which includes a focus on building resilience in young people and offering strategies and tools to support them with their bereavement; further notes this year’s policy …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 30
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th November 2024
UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
11th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Humanitarian situation in Sudan
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House notes that some 25 million people are facing acute hunger and urgently need humanitarian assistance in Sudan, that 14 regions are on the brink of famine and famine conditions have already been confirmed in ZamZam Camp in North Darfur and that more than 10 million have been …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th November 2024
GWR Sunday timetable
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes with concern the level of service provided by the GWR rail franchise on Sundays; recognises that Sunday is a popular day for leisure travel, but also for those travelling for work purposes, visiting family and for students; further notes with concern the apparent deterioration of the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th November 2024
Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House recognises the essential role of family-run farms in sustaining rural communities, particularly in areas like West Dorset, and providing high-quality food for the nation; notes that the proposed changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief from April 2026, with only the first £1 million of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th November 2024
OVO Energy monthly fees for paper format bills
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern OVO Energy’s intention to introduce monthly fees for customers that receive their bills in paper format from December; believes that such a fee is counterproductive as families continue to struggle with high energy costs, particularly in the run-up to winter; further notes that such …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Release of Emily Damari
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza while Hamas continues to hold hostages including British citizen Emily Damari; urges the Government and Foreign Secretary to take all actions within their power to secure Emily’s release and the release of all remaining hostages; further urges the Government to …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024
Israeli Knesset decision to ban UNRWA
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the Israeli Knesset’s vote to ban UNRWA; notes that this comes at a desperate moment in Gaza with a senior UN humanitarian official warning that the entire population of north Gaza is at risk of dying; further notes that, given the critical …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 49
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
30th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024
Access to banking hubs
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House is concerned about the lack of banking services in rural towns such as Ilminster, which has yet to receive a banking hub; recognises the importance of maintaining access to in-person banking and cash services; notes that banking hubs are a key alternative for communities that have lost …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Conflict in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern at the escalation in the Middle East; recognises the role played by UK and US forces in response to Iran’s condemnable attacks; believes it is right that we have played our part in preventing escalation; expresses gratitude to our military personnel; calls on …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Green Party: 4
7th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Peace in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House notes its deep alarm at the escalation of violence in the Middle East amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, 100 Israelis still being held hostage and a new humanitarian crisis in Lebanon; urges the Government to work to bring about immediate bilateral ceasefires in Lebanon and …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
15th October 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024
Infant head measurements
Tabled by:
Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire)
That this House believes in the urgent need for regularly measuring each infant's head circumference to effectively identify early signs of hydrocephalus, also known as water on the brain; notes that hydrocephalus is the most common reason for brain surgery in children, with an estimated 1 in 770 babies diagnosed …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2024
Overseas constituencies
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that the Elections Act 2022 increased the number of UK citizens living abroad that are eligible to vote in UK elections to approximately 3.5 million; further notes that UK citizens residing abroad are represented by the hon. Member from their last place of residence in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
17th July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 29th July 2024
Consumer water bills
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House regrets the large increases that have been proposed to consumer water bills; notes that water companies continue to dump sewage into local waterways; believes, as a point of principle, that it is unfair for water companies to make consumers bear the brunt of the costs for improvements …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th July 2024
Health services in Shropshire
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises the crisis in NHS services, particularly for rural communities; is concerned that over 10,000 people over the age of 65 waited for 24 hours or more to be seen at accident and emergency departments in Shropshire last year; acknowledges that this is greater than a 3,000% …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 29th July 2024
Peace in Israel and Gaza
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 6
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Monday 29th July 2024
UK arms exports to Israel
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with deep concern possible breaches of International Humanitarian Law by Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; expresses its concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit breaches of International Humanitarian Law; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
State pension age and 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 67
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
David Chadwick signed this EDM on Thursday 18th July 2024
Child poverty and the two-child benefit cap
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House believes no child should grow up without adequate food, a warm home or security for their future; notes the Department for Work and Pensions' April 2024 statistics which state that 1.6 million children are affected by the two-child benefit cap; further notes that parents subject to the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 60
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1