8th June 2026
David Williams signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2026
Communications blackout and human rights in Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Tabled by:
Imran Hussain (Labour - Bradford East)
That this House expresses grave concern at reports of communications blackout, lockdown measures, mass arrests, and raids in Azad Jammu and Kashmir; condemns any excessive or unlawful use of force against peaceful protesters, and civil society representatives; notes with alarm the distress caused to British Kashmiris and others in the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 4
Your Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th May 2026
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th May 2026
Redress for people impacted by surgical mesh, sodium valproate and Primodos
Tabled by:
Sarah Green (Liberal Democrat - Chesham and Amersham)
That this House deplores the avoidable harm caused by the use of surgical mesh, Primodos and Sodium Valproate; acknowledges the ongoing need to support the hundreds of victims in the UK suffering as a result of these interventions; regrets that the recommendations made by Baroness Cumberlege in her 2020 report …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2026)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Labour: 9
Green Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Restore Britain: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th April 2026
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th April 2026
Staffordshire Day 2026
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House marks Staffordshire Day 2026 with much excitement; acknowledges the wonderful, ancient and proud county of Staffordshire from Tamworth to Newcastle-under-Lyme, Lichfield to Stoke-on-Trent and onto the Staffordshire Moorlands, Stafford to Burton and Stone to Cannock; notes that Staffordshire Day takes place annually on 1 May with the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Reform UK: 1
13th April 2026
David Williams signed this EDM on Thursday 16th April 2026
100th anniversary of the birth of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House notes, with affection and respect, the 100th anniversary, on 21 April 2026 of the birth of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II; reflects on the sense of loss that people throughout the United Kingdom, the realms, territories and Commonwealth still feel following Her late Majesty’s death on …
102 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 58
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Reform UK: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Restore Britain: 1
13th April 2026
David Williams signed this EDM on Monday 13th April 2026
St George’s Day 2026
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St George’s Day on Thursday 23 April 2026; recognises the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity and togetherness across …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Reform UK: 1
23rd March 2026
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th March 2026
Support for the ceramics industry
Tabled by:
Linsey Farnsworth (Labour - Amber Valley)
That this House recognises the role the UK ceramics industry plays in producing essential materials such as bricks and glass; celebrates the industry’s vital contribution to the UK’s defence and housebuilding capabilities and the enduring cultural significance and heritage of the UK’s table and giftware sectors; acknowledges the significant challenges …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th January 2026
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th January 2026
North Staffordshire Pensioners’ Convention 35th anniversary
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House celebrates, with residents from across north Staffordshire, the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the North Staffordshire Pensioners’ Convention; recognises the excellent work the convention has done for more than three decades to serve its members, provide support, advocacy and a sense of community for older people …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2026)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th May 2025
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd May 2025
130th anniversary of R.J. Mitchell
Tabled by:
Allison Gardner (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House pays tribute to R.J. Mitchell, lead designer of the Spitfire, on the 130th anniversary of his birth; notes his contribution to victory in the Battle of Britain through his work on the Spitfire; and further notes his connection to North Staffordshire and celebrates his collaboration with Rolls …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd April 2025
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
St George’s Day 2025
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House joins the people of England in celebrating St. George's Day on 23 April 2025; understands the significance of England’s national day to many people throughout the world; acknowledges the important role that England and her people play in strengthening the bonds of solidarity across the United Kingdom; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Reform UK: 1
18th March 2025
David Williams signed this EDM on Thursday 20th March 2025
Coalfields Regeneration Trust funding
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) in supporting economic regeneration, employment, and growth in coalfield communities across the UK; notes that the CRT was established in 1999 by the then Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott to address the economic and social challenges resulting …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
3rd February 2025
David Williams signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2025
Renaming Heathrow Airport after Queen Elizabeth II
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House remembers with gratitude the 70 years of service Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gave to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; gives thanks for her commitment and dedication over seven decades; acknowledges that Tuesday 21 April 2026 will be the 100th anniversary of Her late Majesty’s …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Reform UK: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
6th January 2025
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th January 2025
Knighthood for Sir Ian Dudson
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House congratulates His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Staffordshire, Sir Ian Dudson, on being made a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order for services to the Crown in the December 2024 New Year’s honours list; acknowledges his exemplary service to the county of Staffordshire and all the people who …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024
75th anniversary of Keele University’s foundation
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House celebrates the 75th anniversary of the foundation of Keele University in Newcastle-under-Lyme; notes that Keele was the first new university of the 20th century and was created to meet the demands of a new kind of society, economy and world; recognises that Keele University has over 12,500 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
David Williams signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th July 2024
Gareth Southgate resignation as England Manager
Tabled by:
Adam Jogee (Labour - Newcastle-under-Lyme)
That this House notes with sadness the resignation of Gareth Southgate OBE from his role as manager of the England men’s national team on Tuesday 16 July 2024; appreciates Mr Southgate’s commitment, leadership and his steadfast support for grassroots sport; celebrates the brilliant performance of the England squad in the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1