Ellie Chowns's 117 Early Day Motions
13th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th November 2024

Scientific hearing on animal experiments (No. 3)

Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth, with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

Humanitarian situation in Sudan (No. 2)

Tabled by: Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House expresses deep concern over the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has displaced over 10 million people, caused widespread famine, and fuelled religious persecution and human rights abuses, including sexual violence; recognises this severe humanitarian crisis; urges the Government to act urgently by supporting an immediate, internationally mediated …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

World Diabetes Day 2024

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates World Diabetes Day 2024, marked on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922; notes the theme for 2024 is Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps to raise awareness and improve the lives of people suffering with Diabetes; highlights …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

Use of swift bricks

Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the dramatic decline in swift populations across the country; recognises that swift bricks are a sensible, low-cost solution to support the reintroduction of swift nesting sites in areas where they have been lost; further notes that swift bricks can be easily implemented into different …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Green Party: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th November 2024

Disclosure of Special Branch files

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with concern that Special Branch documents show that the undercover police reported on union members speaking at meetings asking for solidarity with striking workers; further notes that in an internal police report known as Operation Reuben, the police admit that intelligence gathered by undercover policing was …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Green Party: 3
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

Work of St John Ambulance

Tabled by: Kirith Entwistle (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House recognises the lifesaving work of St John Ambulance volunteers across the country, training 250,000 members of the public in first aid every year, providing event first aid cover at 11,000 events and delivering 4,000 hours of emergency support to the NHS per month as the nation’s ambulance …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

Occupational Therapy Week 2024

Tabled by: Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises Occupational Therapy Week 2024; celebrates the invaluable role of occupational therapists across the UK in delivering holistic, person-centred care to improve health outcomes, promote independent living, and reduce pressures on NHS and social care services; acknowledges the vital contributions of occupational therapists working across diverse settings …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

National Engineering Day 2024

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House marks National Engineering Day 2024, a national awareness day organised by the Royal Academy of Engineering; recognises the importance of engineering to the UK’s prosperity; notes with concern the lack of diversity within the engineering profession and the need for skilled workers across engineering disciplines in all …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

Support for endometriosis care

Tabled by: Catherine Fookes (Labour - Monmouthshire)
That this House is concerned about the severe impact that endometriosis has on the physical and mental health of one in ten women in the UK; notes that this painful condition affects 1.5 million women causing chronic pain, and fatigue and, in some cases, an inability to conceive and that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM 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 …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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 …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Labour: 4
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

Imprisonment of Alaa Abd el-Fattah

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses its grave concern at the continuing imprisonment of British national writer Alaa Abd el-Fattah, whose most recent five-year sentence ended on 29 September, yet the Egyptian government refused to release him; notes that following the refusal by Egypt’s government to release Alaa, Laila Souief, Alaa’s mother, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 8
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
5th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

4 day working week

Tabled by: Carla Denyer (Green Party - Bristol Central)
That this House recognises that UK workers have some of the longest working hours in Europe, yet the UK’s productivity lags behind its G7 counterparts; further recognises that boosting productivity is a priority for the government’s “Five Missions for Britain”; notes that, according to a recent Mental Health First Aid …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

Gaza family visa scheme

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the loss of over 40,000 people in Gaza resulting from the current conflict with the toll of injured, exposed to infectious disease and famine growing by the day, and far exceeding 100,000, while the destruction of the Gaza's health infrastructure means that people cannot access vital …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
5th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

Cuts to the International Development Budget

Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses disappointment at the cut to international development spending in the Budget; notes that conflicts in the Middle East, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa and Ukraine mean the United Kingdom's support is needed more than ever; recognises that overseas aid spending is at its the lowest …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 2
31st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

TFL concessions

Tabled by: Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House welcomes the Government’s Passenger Rail Services (Public Ownership) Bill, which is nearing completion of its passage through Parliament; notes that the Government’s impact assessment of the Bill states that there will be significant savings to the Government and that public ownership represents an opportunity to improve passenger …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 11th November 2024

Support for community energy initiatives

Tabled by: Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat - Stratford-on-Avon)
That this House commends the efforts of community energy enterprises across the UK, particularly recognising the work of the Heart of England Community Energy (HECE), which operates one of the country’s largest community-owned solar farms, located just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, which has been generating clean electricity to power thousands of homes …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Green Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 8th November 2024

National insurance increase and the voluntary sector

Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House recognises the significant contributions made by the voluntary sector in building resilient, connected communities across the UK and delivering essential services, including mental health support, community care, and crisis intervention; notes with concern that the recent increase in National Insurance Contributions (NIC) will have a severe financial …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th November 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 6th November 2024

National insurance increase and the social care sector

Tabled by: Ellie Chowns (Green Party - North Herefordshire)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing challenges faced by the social care sector, including chronic underfunding and workforce shortages; further notes that the recent increase in national insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget is set to place additional financial pressure on this already stretched sector; recognises that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor 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 …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st October 2024

Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports Islamophobia Awareness Month, which is taking place this November; recognises the valuable contributions that British Muslims make to our country; acknowledges that anti-Muslim sentiment is still far too prevalent in our society, and has sadly been on the rise in light of the conflict in the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st October 2024

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medication shortages

Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the shortage and intermittent availability of ADHD medications such as concerta XL; notes the symptoms those with ADHD exhibit, such as difficulty focusing and acting without thinking, as well as the impacts of these on the daily functioning of individuals; further notes the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2024
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Release of fire appliance and life-saving equipment to Palestine

Tabled by: Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House expresses deep concern over the seizure of a fire appliance and life-saving equipment, donated by the Fire Brigades Union in Scotland, which has been held at the Israeli port of Ashdod since 21 July despite having documented clearance; notes that the appliance, packed with firefighting kit, personal …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 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 …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
28th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Ticket offices and station staff

Tabled by: Cat Eccles (Labour - Stourbridge)
That this House notes that 31 October 2024 marks one year since the Conservative Government scrapped plans to close nearly 1,000 ticket offices and cut around 2,300 station staff jobs; commends the campaign led by the RMT union, alongside many groups including those representing disabled and older people, which resulted …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 9
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Drug deaths

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with alarm data released by the Office for National Statistics on 23 October 2024 showing that a record 5,448 deaths related to drug poisoning were registered in England and Wales in 2023; further notes that the highest death rates are again in areas suffering greatest deprivation; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st October 2024

Disarmament Week

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House notes the commencement of the United Nations' Disarmament Week, created to promote measures that ensure the prevention and cessation of armed conflict; expresses regret over the staggering human, social, economic, and ecological costs of armed conflict; observes the critical importance of pursuing multilateral disarmament as a means …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Reductions in jobs and services at the BBC

Tabled by: Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House greatly regrets the announcement of further new cuts to news and current affairs programming, resulting in a net loss of 130 employed posts; notes that, whilst the World Service itself is a valuable international service which needs secured funding, using it to replace domestic UK BBC radio …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Outdoor education

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the profound benefits of outdoor education for children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being; highlights the value of residential outdoor learning in developing essential life skills; urges the Government to make it a statutory part of the school curriculum; calls for inclusivity, ensuring all children can access …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 15
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Impact of austerity on the Fire and Rescue Service

Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House expresses deep concern over the detrimental effects of austerity on the UK’s fire and rescue services, particularly in rural areas like Yeovil, where funding, training, and recruitment have been significantly impacted; acknowledges that since 2010, one in five firefighter jobs has been lost and central government funding …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Frozen pensions for UK citizens overseas

Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the so-called frozen pensions policy; further notes this sees British overseas state pensioners living in certain countries denied access to index-linked uprating of the UK state pension; believes the level of the UK state pension paid should not be dependent on the pensioner’s country of residence …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Oscar Mayer strikes

Tabled by: Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr)
That this House acknowledges the strike by hundreds of Oscar Mayer workers in Wrexham, protesting the company’s intention to alter contracts by removing fully paid breaks, eliminating enhanced payments, and ending days off in lieu for working bank holidays, changes which could cost workers up to £3,000 annually, whilst under …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

FareShare’s 30th anniversary

Tabled by: Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House congratulates FareShare, the UK’s leading food redistribution charity, on its 30th anniversary; applauds FareShare for redistributing the equivalent of 135 million meals last year, equating to four meals per second, to over 8,000 frontline charities and community groups in almost every constituency across the UK; recognises the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Life Insurance and diagnosis of terminal illness clause

Tabled by: Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House expresses concern following reports of those with life insurance premiums with Aviva being denied early pay outs on diagnosis of terminal illness due to a pernicious small print in their policy wording which requires diagnosis of a terminal illness to take place some years before the policy …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Labour: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2024

Rural Crime Action Week 2024

Tabled by: Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises Rural Crime Action Week which runs between 21 and 25 October 2024 to highlight the impact of rural crime on communities; is concerned by the NFU's 2024 Rural Crime Report which states that the cost of rural crime increased by 4.3% across the UK in 2023; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st October 2024

Iraqi Women’s League and rights in Iraq

Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes that amendments to Iraq's Personal Status Law would undermine the constitutional sovereignty of law, replace a common national identity with religious jurisprudence on family law, and create a parallel legislative authority alongside Parliament through fatwas and rulings from religious endowments; further notes that new laws could …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024

Support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency

Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House expresses its regret at the passing of laws in Israel's Knesset which in effect denies the protections and means essential for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), the largest humanitarian agency in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, to operate; believes there is no viable alternative to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

United Nations Day

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House commemorates the 79th anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter; values the UN’s role as a vanguard of the international system and a custodian of peace, justice, respect, human rights, tolerance, and solidarity; notes with appreciation the UN's role in addressing complex global …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024

Establishment of the Women’s Caucus in Westminster

Tabled by: Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House agrees to establish a Women’s Caucus in the UK Parliament, which is the women Members of Parliament working together to advance issues that disproportionately affect women; notes that there are women’s caucuses in the devolved nations of Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland; further notes that now is …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2024

15th anniversary of the repair café movement

Tabled by: Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House celebrates the 15th anniversary of the repair café movement on 19 October; values the work done by the 3000 repair cafés globally, including the Castle Cary repair café that has repaired over 170 domestic items since its launch in July 2023, saving half a tonne of potential …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2024

Ceasefire in Lebanon

Tabled by: Richard Foord (Liberal Democrat - Honiton and Sidmouth)
That this House expresses its alarm at the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah; supports steps taken at the UN, including by the UK, to secure a statement supporting an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; urges all parties to de-escalate and uphold international law, including the protection of …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024

Private security and community policing

Tabled by: Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House recognises the decimation of community police forces across the UK; highlights that since 2020 the private security industry has grown by 73,000 people; further highlights security guards are not a substitute for an effective police force; urges the Government to assess the damage shoplifting and spending on …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024

World Food Day

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

Celebrating the life of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM

Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep sadness the passing of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM at the age of 100; acknowledges her extraordinary life of resilience, courage, and dedication to Holocaust education and remembrance; recognises that with the passing of each Holocaust survivor, it feels as though another thread …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
14th October 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024

Home insulation measures and consumer protections

Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Independent - Bradford East)
That this House notes the importance of home insulation measures and their benefits in improving home efficiency; recognises the advantage they have in lowering energy bills and reducing the pressure on residents as fuel poverty continues to rise across the UK; supports the Government’s efforts to introduce a Warm Homes …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2024
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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 …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Labour: 17
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th October 2024
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World Mental Health Day 2024

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

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

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

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

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes on the evening of 21 September, 52 workers died in the Tabas coal mine and 22 were injured; further notes the high number of killings of workers in mining accidents, construction works, chemical and petrochemical industries, and workers in metal smelting furnaces showing the scale of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th October 2024
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World Mental Health Day and rural communities

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

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes it has been 30 years since prison officers in the UK were banned from taking industrial action under Section 127 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994; further notes that prison officers in Scotland have had the right to strike enshrined in law since …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
9th October 2024
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UN’s resolution on Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine and sanctions

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House welcomes the UN General Assembly’s decision to overwhelmingly adopt a resolution on 18 September calling for Israel to rapidly end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT); further welcomes that the UN resolution calls on states to comply with their obligations under international law and …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
8th October 2024
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School nurses

Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House recognises the tremendous work being done by public health school nurses; acknowledges they are the only health care professional who offer access to all school-aged children and young people in an evidenced-based programme of health promotion, prevention, protection and early intervention; notes that the number of school …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2024
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Value of grasslands

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

Tabled by: Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House notes 2.68 million scientific procedures were carried out on animals in British laboratories in 2023; further notes the urgent need to accelerate medical progress, with over 92 per cent of drugs that show promise in animal tests failing to reach the clinic and benefit patients; recognises the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
7th October 2024
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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 …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 41
Green Party: 4
7th October 2024
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Immediate ceasefire in Lebanon

Tabled by: Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses its alarm at the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah; supports steps taken at the UN, including by the UK, to secure a statement supporting an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah; urges all parties to de-escalate and uphold international law, including the protection of …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
7th October 2024
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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 …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 55
Green Party: 4
Labour: 1
4th October 2024
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Rural haemodialysis treatment

Tabled by: Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern the lack of capacity for haemodialysis, particularly for paediatric patients, in rural communities; recognises that, as a result, patients are often forced to travel significant distances, sometimes up to two and a half hours three times per week to receive care; acknowledges the disproportionate …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th October 2024
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Scientific hearing on animal experiments

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth, with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th September 2024
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Uber and private hire drivers

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House expresses its unequivocal solidarity with Uber and other private hire drivers across the UK, recognising the vital role they play in the modern transportation network; notes with concern the ongoing challenges they face including precarious working conditions, potential algorithmic discrimination, insufficient pay, and lack of employment rights; …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th September 2024
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Pension credit threshold

Tabled by: Mike Amesbury (Independent - Runcorn and Helsby)
That this House notes that the current threshold of pension support to open the gate way of winter fuel allowance is too low; further notes the need to change the cliff-edge nature of the pension credit threshold; and calls upon the Government to capture the gateway support for those citizens …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 7
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2024
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Four day working week

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House recognises that UK workers put in some of the longest full-time working hours across Europe, yet the longer hours worked are not translating into increased productivity; notes that since the covid-19 pandemic a four-day working week with no reduction in pay for employees has been successfully trialled …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
11th September 2024
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Journalists and anti-terror legislation

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is gravely concerned by the arrest at Heathrow Airport of the freelance foreign affairs reporter and National Union of Journalists member Richard Medhurst under Section 12 of Terrorism Act 2000; notes reports that Medhurst was escorted off the plane by six police officers, handcuffed and transferred to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Green Party: 3
11th September 2024
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Saudi Arabia’s bid to join the UN Human Rights Council

Tabled by: Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House expresses profound concern over Saudi Arabia's bid to secure a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council; notes with alarm the extensive record of human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, including but not limited to restrictions on freedom of expression, the use of capital punishment, and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
10th September 2024
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50th anniversary of the Federation of Small Businesses

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

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

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

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

Tabled by: Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance - Lagan Valley)
That this House supports the Spot Leukaemia campaign held during Blood Cancer Awareness Month; recognises that September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month; highlights that Spot Leukaemia is a campaign with a focus on earlier diagnosis of leukaemia; further highlights that Leukaemia UK and Leukaemia Care work together each year to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2024
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Asda equal pay

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House condemns pay discrimination in all its forms; expresses its full solidarity with the over 50,000 current and former Asda retail workers who have lodged an equal pay claim against the firm; further condemns pay discrimination at Asda which has seen women workers on the shop floor earn …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
3rd September 2024
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Home-to-school transport

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House expresses concern and regret that ever more extreme cuts to local government are causing local authorities to cut post-16 home-to-school transport for those in receipt of an EHCP who require it; calls upon the Government to make post-16 home-to-school transport a statutory service for those who require …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd September 2024
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Withdrawal of the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House calls on the Government to withdraw the Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024.
83 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
2nd September 2024
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Period product scheme for schools and colleges

Tabled by: Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House welcomes the period product scheme for schools and colleges; notes that that current scheme was in April of this year extended until July 2025; further notes that a longer duration of support would provide schools and young women with the knowledge that this scheme won’t be removed …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd September 2024
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Mutual Defence Agreement

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the expiry this year of the 10-year extension of the Agreement between the UK and the USA for Cooperation in the Uses of Atomic Energy for Mutual Defence Purposes; further notes that the published proposed amendments presented to the House in July 2024 extend the Agreement …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
2nd September 2024
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The Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

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

Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House supports the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative; notes that the treaty initiative is a global effort to foster international cooperation to accelerate a transition to renewable energy, end the expansion of coal, oil and gas, and support an equitable phase out of existing production; believes that the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd September 2024
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Gambling regulations

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

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

Tabled by: Sarah Gibson (Liberal Democrat - Chippenham)
That this House welcomes the new report by the Federation of Small Businesses entitled The Future of the High Street; recognises that local communities and local businesses working together on the high street lies at the heart of economic prosperity; and acknowledges that, from local business support to specialised funds, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
2nd September 2024
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Ban trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
91 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 28
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
26th July 2024
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Community Ownership Fund

Tabled by: Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South and Mid Down)
That this House notes that the Community Ownership Fund was introduced by the last Government to support voluntary and community groups; further notes that current Community Ownership funding will come to an end in March 2025; acknowledges that many organisations and projects are reliant on this funding due to the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th July 2024
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Voter identification

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

Alcohol harm

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

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

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

NHS staff car parking charges

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

Zero carbon homes

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House believes that all new homes should be built to a zero carbon standard; urges the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government to grant local councils and National Park authorities the powers to enforce the Future Home Standard for all new homes; calls for all …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
23rd July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

UK arms exports to Israel

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with deep concern possible breaches of International Humanitarian Law by Israel in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; expresses its concern that UK arms supplied to Israel may have been used to commit breaches of International Humanitarian Law; resolves to improve parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s control of …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Friday 26th July 2024

Tax on private jets

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

Recognition of the state of Palestine

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

Radiotherapy

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the value of radiotherapy as a key and lifesaving cancer treatment, necessary for around half of all cancer cures and as a highly effective, non-invasive treatment for patients; celebrates the invaluable contribution of the approximately 6,400-strong radiotherapy workforce who treat over 100,000 cancer patients in the …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Protests in Bangladesh

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House condemns in the strongest of terms the intolerance shown by the Bangladeshi government to the right of protest and dissent, including the unlawful use of force against protesters which has so far killed hundreds; further condemns the withdrawal of internet across the country in response to the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Treatment of women and girls in Afghanistan

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House recalls that in August 2021 the Taliban took over Afghanistan and reversed over 20 years of progress on human rights in the country; is concerned particularly about the situation of women and girls who are subjected to a litany of atrocities which amount to gender apartheid, namely, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

10th anniversary of the Yazidi genocide

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House recalls that on 3 August 2014, Da'esh attacked Sinjar, unleashing atrocities against the Yazidis, an ethno-religious minority group in Iraq, amounting to the legal definition of genocide; notes that the House of Commons voted 278 to 0 in favour of declaring the crimes of Da'esh as genocide …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Ending Outsourcing in Government departments and agencies

Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House condemns the impact of outsourcing on the pay, terms and conditions of workers in government agencies and departments; notes with regret that outsourcing has created a two-tier workforce owing to inequalities created between those centrally-employed and those working for private contractors; further notes that many outsourced facilities …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Team GB and ParalympicsGB at Paris 2024

Tabled by: Charlie Dewhirst (Conservative - Bridlington and The Wolds)
That this House congratulates every athlete selected to represent Team GB and ParalympicsGB at Paris 2024 and wishes them every success at the Games; notes the extraordinary recent performances of Great Britain & Northern Ireland’s Olympic and Paralympic teams; and further notes the vital contribution of UK Sport and The …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

United Nations Relief and Works Agency

Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House calls on the Government to restore immediately full UK funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), but also to increase funding to address the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza; notes Israeli attempts to evict UNRWA from Jerusalem; and further calls on the Government to mount …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Coroner services

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House calls on the Government to properly fund coroner services, including non-invasive scanning equipment where post-mortems are required, with a view to reducing delays; notes that there are increasing delays in places including Birmingham in bodies being released after death; and expresses regret that this leads to extra …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Gaza

Tabled by: Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House notes the appalling situation in Gaza, where Palestinian civilians are facing death by starvation; supports an immediate bilateral ceasefire, including the release of hostages held by armed groups in Gaza, and the release of Palestinian detainees held without charge in Israel; calls on the Government to demand …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Jagtar Singh Johal

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House calls upon the Government to seek the immediate release of Jagtar Singh Johal, a British man who has been wrongfully detained in India since 2017 and faces a possible death sentence; notes that, in May 2022, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention concluded that, under international …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Flooding in Bangladesh

Tabled by: Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House is alarmed that flooding in Bangladesh has taken lives, swept away homes and shut schools, displaced tens of thousands of people, and that the forecast for more heavy rain is expected to worsen the situation; notes that climate change is one of the greatest threat humans face …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Avoidable deaths

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is alarmed by Office for National Statistics data on avoidable mortality released on 18 June 2024 showing that the Avoidable Age-Standardised Mortality Rate (ASMR) for alcohol-related and drug-related deaths has continued to increase in England and Wales; notes that the ASMR for such deaths in England was …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd 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: 24
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Child poverty and the two-child benefit cap

Tabled by: Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House believes no child should grow up without adequate food, a warm home or security for their future; notes the Department for Work and Pensions' April 2024 statistics which state that 1.6 million children are affected by the two-child benefit cap; further notes that parents subject to the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 60
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd 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
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Peace in Israel and Gaza

Tabled by: Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its devastation at the complete humanitarian disaster in Gaza with tens of thousands of innocent Palestinians killed, millions displaced and thousands of homes destroyed; urges Hamas to unconditionally and immediately release the hostages taken following the deplorable attacks on 7 October 2023; notes the unacceptable illegal …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Independent: 5
Green Party: 3
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd 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
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Thames Water price rises

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

International Criminal Court, Gaza and the Rule of Law

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House rejects attempts by the previous Government to undermine the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) right to seek an arrest warrant against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes, following the decision by the ICC Chief Prosecutor to issue applications for arrest warrants for a number of Israeli and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd July 2024

Cumbria coal mine court appeal

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

Student protests in Bangladesh

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

Ending the two-child benefit cap

Tabled by: Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House recognises the new data published by the Department for Work and Pensions on the two-child limit to benefit payments which shows that there are now 1.6 million children living in families impacted by this policy, or one in every nine children; further recognises that of those families …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 11
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Ellie Chowns signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 17th July 2024

Public ownership of water

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