23rd October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 23rd October 2025
Eligibility variations in access to IVF
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes with considerable concern the continuing variation in access to NHS-funded in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment across England, with some Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) applying eligibility criteria that diverge from National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance; further notes that the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 1
25th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Naloxone
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House recognises the importance of naloxone as a lifesaving medication that temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose; expresses alarm at the broad rise of deaths involving opioids in recent years; acknowledges that an addiction to drugs is not a lifestyle choice, nor a moral flaw, but …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 41
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd October 2025
National inquiry into child sexual exploitation
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises that child sexual abuse is one of the most despicable crimes; supports all measures that deliver justice for victims and help prevent these horrific acts from occurring in the future; welcomes the launch of the new inquiry following the Casey and Jay reviews; urges the Government …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th October 2025
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 20th October 2025
Dr Anjana Khatwa
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House congratulates Dr Anjana Khatwa on the publication of her book Whispers of Rock, which effortlessly entwines the history of planet earth through its geology and the stories of the indigenous people whose culture is embedded in them; acknowledges her work in educating young people and the wider …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 20th October 2025
Safety of British nationals aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla
Tabled by:
Susan Murray (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dunbartonshire)
That this House is deeply concerned for the safety of British nationals, including Margaret Pacetta and Malcolm Ducker, currently aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza; notes that previous aid flotillas have been boarded and passengers detained; is alarmed by reports of further threats against the current …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 16th October 2025
Elon Musk at the Unite the Kingdom rally
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House notes with grave concern the actions of Elon Musk in inciting violence and attempting to subvert our democracy at Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom rally; further notes that such actions risk legitimising extremism, undermining community cohesion and threatening public safety; believes that individuals who enable or encourage …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Children of Ukraine
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House commends the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian children Vladyslav, Valeriia and Roman, who came to the Houses of Parliament to share their experience of Putin’s war of aggression; further commends the work of film director Evgeny Afineevsky for his powerful film Children in the Fire that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Leasehold reform (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington)
That this House is deeply concerned by the Government’s significant delays to leasehold reform legislation and the implications for leaseholders who live still in unsafe buildings; regrets that the previous Government failed to protect leaseholders from dangerous cladding or abolish residential leasehold; calls on the Government to improve the fire …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Pavement parking consultation response
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House regrets the failure of successive Governments to respond in full to the consultation entitled Pavement parking: options for change, which closed on 22 November 2020, despite widespread evidence of the dangers caused by pavement parking and overwhelming public support for reform; notes that this delay has left …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Independence of Healthwatch England
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House notes with concern proposals in the NHS 10-year health plan to abolish Healthwatch England and the network of 152 local Healthwatch bodies; recognises that Healthwatch England is an independent statutory body that ensures NHS leaders listen to feedback and improve standards of care, is impartial, and enables …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
10th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Dame Annette Brooke
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House celebrates the life and achievements of Dame Annette Brooke, Privy Counsellor, former hon. Member for Mid Dorset and North Poole, Deputy Leader of Poole Borough Council, Liberal Democrat Group Leader and Mayor of Poole, and expresses deep sadness at her death on 30 August 2025; commends Annette’s …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
8th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Mental health care in Gaza
Tabled by:
Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat - Hazel Grove)
That this House expresses its concern regarding the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe taking place in Gaza, including the deeply alarming lack of access to mental health services; recognises the enormous importance in ensuring that everyone around the globe has access to high-quality mental health care; notes the destruction of the sole …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
8th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC) grant
Tabled by:
David Chadwick (Liberal Democrat - Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution that the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC) provides in rural communities across the United Kingdom, in educating and supporting young people and in supporting the next generation of farmers and thus the UK’s future food security; condemns the decision by this …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th September 2025
54 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 40
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Intergenerational volunteering and sustainability initiatives
Tabled by:
Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House recognises the vital role of intergenerational volunteering in advancing environmental sustainability, enhancing community cohesion and empowering young people through civic engagement; celebrates the success of local initiatives, such as the Empowering Change project led by Roehampton University and Sustainable Merton, supported by BIG South London, which demonstrated …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
10th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Unpaid Care Dashboard
Tabled by:
Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex)
That this House commends the second report of the Health and Social Care Committee of Session 2024–25 on Adult Social Care: the Cost of Inaction, published on 5 May 2025; agrees with their conclusion that unpaid carers are bearing the highest cost from successive governments’ failures to reform adult social …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Reinstatement of the Winter Fuel Payment
Tabled by:
Luke Taylor (Liberal Democrat - Sutton and Cheam)
That this House notes with great concern the significant financial hardship caused by the removal of the Winter Fuel Payment for those already affected by the ongoing cost of living crisis; recognises the vital role this payment plays in supporting vulnerable individuals; urges the Government to reinstate this payment without …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
20th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Shrill carder bee
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House notes with concern the decline of the Shrill carder bee; is alarmed that the Shrill carder bee is now only found in several areas of the UK including the Somerset Levels; further notes the vital role bees and other pollinators play in our ecosystems and food security; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Universities and international students
Tabled by:
Ian Sollom (Liberal Democrat - St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire)
That this House is deeply proud of the UK’s place as a world-leader in research and teaching in universities and other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), home to many of the world’s leading universities; notes with concern the deep financial issues facing many universities and HEIs, with more than four in …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
22nd April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Sentencing Guidelines and pre-sentence reports
Tabled by:
Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises that everyone should be treated equally under the law; further recognises the vital role pre-sentence reports (PSRs) play in providing courts with the information they need to make informed sentencing decisions that keep our communities safe while aiming to rehabilitate offenders; believes that the equal application …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 23
Independent: 1
4th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Drug-resistant superbugs
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House recognises the urgent and growing challenge posed by drug-resistant superbugs emerging from the conflict in Ukraine and elsewhere, which have significantly impacted patient treatment and healthcare systems across Europe; acknowledges the severity of injuries sustained in the war and the subsequent need for medical care across multiple …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
30th January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 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, …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 41
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th October 2025
Pesticides in public spaces
Tabled by:
Siân Berry (Green Party - Brighton Pavilion)
That this House notes that many local authorities and other public authorities use pesticides to manage unwanted vegetation in public places such as parks and green spaces, streets, school grounds, churchyards, train stations and car parks; is concerned that the most commonly used pesticide in urban areas is glyphosate, which …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 9
Independent: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th October 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 1st October 2025
Insect decline and pesticide reduction
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing decline in insect populations across the UK, which poses a serious threat to biodiversity, food security, and ecosystem health; recognises the efforts of local campaigns such as Nature Squared and Bee Friendly Henley, supported by Greener Henley, to promote pollinator-friendly practices and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 16th September 2025
The Chilterns National Landscape boundary review
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes with concern the decision to cancel the Chilterns Boundary Review; acknowledges the Government’s commitments to biodiversity, landscape protection and access to nature; recognises that Protected Landscapes, National Parks and National Landscapes, are critical in delivering those aims; further notes that the Government risks failing to achieve …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 11th September 2025
Neurodivergent children at school
Tabled by:
Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat - Yeovil)
That this House notes with concern that, despite the hard work of teaching staff, too many neurodivergent children are not having their needs properly identified at school, potentially making learning inaccessible; acknowledges the personal effort of many teachers to make their classroom accessible, and that teaching staff require greater support; …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
First female Astronomer Royal
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House congratulates Professor Michelle Dougherty on her recent appointment as Astronomer Royal, becoming the first woman to hold the post in its 350 year history advising the monarch on astronomical issues; recognises the important contribution which she has made in her career to astronomy and physics and in …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Police front counter closures
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House commends the brilliant service our local police officers provide; recognises the importance of police front counters to victims of crime; notes that closing nearly half of London’s counters will decrease the accessibility of officers to communities; understands that these cuts will disproportionately impact elderly and disabled people; …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
New blood cancer drug
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House notes that blood cancer is the UK's third largest cancer killer and that myeloma remains an incurable blood cancer; welcomes the recent announcement that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence have approved belantamab mafodotin to treat myeloma; further welcomes that eligible patients in the UK …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 22
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Court transcript costs
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House believes that victims of crime should be able to access a transcript of court proceedings free of charge; notes that this would improve transparency throughout the criminal justice process; regrets the extortionate costs associated with court transcript fees, noting particular instances where victims were changed up to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Electoral reform
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House believes there is urgent need for electoral reform for elections in England; further believes that the local and mayoral elections which took place across England on 1 May 2025 are the latest result to highlight the inadequacy of the current system, showing a record breaking fragmentation of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 42
Green Party: 2
Independent: 1
23rd April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Restless legs syndrome
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises the significant impact of restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, which affects up to 10% of the UK population; notes with concern that current NICE guidelines do not reflect the increasing clinical evidence regarding the risks associated with dopamine agonists, including the growing …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
31st March 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Humanitarian response to the Myanmar earthquake
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House offers its deepest condolences to the people of Myanmar and Thailand after the devastating earthquake and tragic loss of life; recognises the work done by responders to rescue survivors from rubble, deliver food and provide urgent medical assistance; welcomes the Government’s announcement of a £10 million package …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th March 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th September 2025
Impact Assessments of changes to Official Development Assistance
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That an Humble Address be presented to His Majesty, that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be deposited in the House of Commons Library all impact assessments which His Majesty’s Government have made regarding the impact of the reduction of Official Development Assistance from 0.5% to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 8th September 2025
Loan Charge and settlement terms offered to large companies and individuals
Tabled by:
Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire)
That this House is deeply concerned at the treatment of those facing the Loan Charge; notes that instead of commissioning a truly independent review of the Loan Charge, Ministers announced a highly restricted review, conducted by a former Assistant Director of HMRC, Ray McCann, only looking at settlement terms; expresses …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 4th September 2025
Access to NHS-funded IVF
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House notes with concern the postcode lottery of access to NHS-funded IVF and fertility services; recognises that in much of the country couples are entitled to just one round of IVF, while in other areas they can receive up to three; is alarmed that eligibility rules can vary …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 24
Green Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 4th September 2025
Asthma awareness children’s book
Tabled by:
Susan Murray (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates Elaine Cunningham, whose original idea inspired the book “Mr Wheeze a Lot And His Very Important Friends,” which was written by Yvonne Bennett in memory of the late Lauren Reid; notes that Lauren passed away from an asthma attack at work in 2020 and that the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 4th September 2025
Plastic in chewing gum
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes with concern that the overwhelming majority of commercially available chewing gum in the UK contains plastic-based synthetic polymers hidden within the ingredients under the term gum base, meaning most consumers are unaware they are chewing and ingesting plastic; further notes that chewing gum is a significant …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 4th September 2025
Women’s sports
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House welcomes the launch by the Card Factory of a new range of greeting cards featuring women’s football teams, following earlier calls for better representation of female athletes in consumer products; thanks the Card Factory for taking this positive and practical step towards addressing the visibility gap for …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 4th September 2025
Support for local independent businesses, shops, markets and producers
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House recognises the vital role local independent businesses, shops, markets and producers play in our communities and economy; supports the Buy Local, Back Britain campaign encouraging everyone to buy local and support the shops and makers that give high streets their unique character; notes that buying local keeps …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st September 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Humanitarian situation in Gaza
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That, given the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe taking place in Gaza, the ongoing captivity of hostages by Hamas, and the planned expansion of the Israeli military's operations into Gaza City, an humble Address be presented to His Majesty that he will be graciously pleased to give directions that there be laid …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 48
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 1
21st July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Carers and social care reform
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House believes that everyone deserves high-quality care when they need it and that unpaid carers are the unsung heroes of our social care system; regrets that hundreds of thousands of people are waiting for care and many remain in hospital beds simply because there is no care available, …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Closure of the Fleming Fund
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House expresses deep concern for the closure of the Fleming Fund; notes that the Fund is the UK’s flagship programme for tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) globally, thus any move to halt its work will have devastating impacts; expresses concern that the Minister’s announcement of continuing to work with …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Funding and support for SEND
Tabled by:
Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat - West Dorset)
That this House recognises the urgent need to properly fund and maintain special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) schools, including increasing the number of specialist spaces and building new SEND schools, especially in rural areas such as West Dorset, to relieve pressure on mainstream schools and provide children with SEND …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Cool hubs
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House is deeply concerned about the impacts of extreme temperatures this summer; is further concerned that poorly insulated housing puts lives at risk during heat waves especially for the most vulnerable people suffering with extreme temperatures in care homes, hospitals and temporary accommodation; notes with concern the findings …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Tackling food waste
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House notes with concern that the UK wastes around 9.52 million tonnes of food each year, including 6.4 million tonnes of edible surplus which is enough to feed nearly 14 million people annually; expresses concern that only 30% of large food and drink businesses are measuring and reporting …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Local authority funding
Tabled by:
Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat - Mid Dorset and North Poole)
That this House is deeply concerned by the crisis in local government funding and the findings of the Thirty-First Report of the Committee of Public Accounts of Session 2024–25 on Local Government Financial Sustainability, published on 18 June 2025, and the estimate that local authority deficits will reach between £2.9bn …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Democracy in Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House believes this country has a proud record of standing up for Hong Kongers; condemns the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s interference in Hong Kong’s democracy, including through the 2020 National Security Law; further condemns the CCP’s efforts to intimidate Hong Kongers living abroad who are critical of the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Independent: 1
17th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Farmers, growers and the supermarket supply chain
Tabled by:
Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives)
That this House recognises that farmers and growers, in the UK and overseas, require fair dealing in the grocery supply chain in order to survive and thrive; welcomes the 2008 Competition Commission Inquiry which found that larger retailers and supermarkets often abused their power by transferring excessive risk and unexpected …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 53
Labour: 8
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
10th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Impact of EU 90/180 day rule on UK citizens
Tabled by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat - Lewes)
That this House is deeply concerned about the damaging impact of the EU’s 90-day limit within a 180-day period on British touring artists, professional drivers, and tourists; notes that current rules severely restrict the mobility and economic opportunities of musicians, performers, lorry and coach drivers, and British travellers who depend …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 49
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Chinese Embassy
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses deep concern about the proposed construction of a Chinese mega-Embassy in London; notes with alarm the potential national security risks which would result from the proposed Embassy, including an increased capacity for surveillance by the Chinese Communist Party; acknowledges the grave concerns raised by pro-democracy Chinese …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Long covid in children and young people
Tabled by:
Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted)
That this House notes with concern the significant impact of long covid on children and young people across the UK, with thousands experiencing prolonged symptoms following covid-19 infection; regrets the serious consequences for children’s health, education, and family wellbeing; further notes the strain on schools and healthcare services; recognises the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 21
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2025
21 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th March 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Rail fare increase
Tabled by:
Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House regrets the Government’s decision to increase rail fares by 4.6%; notes that this decision comes while cancellations, delays and overcrowding remain endemic; further notes that the hike will cost many commuters hundreds of pounds a year; further regrets that this decision follows years of rising transport costs …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 39
Green Party: 2
Labour: 1
24th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 1st September 2025
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide charity
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the important work done by the charity Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide; notes that for every person who dies by suicide, there are up to 135 people who are impacted by the death; further notes Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide's aim to set up groups across …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd July 2025
UK-based medical charities in Palestine
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses its appreciation for those working for UK-based medical charities in Palestine, including Medical Aid for Palestinians, Glia, Doctors Without Borders and the British Red Cross; commends volunteers for these charities, whose Palestine-based staff take huge personal risks to provide medical aid so crucial to a Gazan …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
11th July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd July 2025
Reform of the special educational needs and disabilities system
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House notes with deep concern the persistent crisis in the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, following years of neglect; welcomes the Government’s acknowledgement of the urgent need for reform; further notes the widespread anxiety among parents, carers and professionals that forthcoming changes may undermine the rights …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd July 2025
Government policy on the Hillsborough Law
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House notes the Prime Minister’s promise to introduce the Hillsborough Law to Parliament before the 36th anniversary of the disaster on 15 April 2025; deeply regrets that this commitment was not met and that the Government has yet to table the legislation; expresses grave concern at reports that …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Liberal Democrat: 23
Independent: 10
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd July 2025
Post Offices in rural areas
Tabled by:
Caroline Voaden (Liberal Democrat - South Devon)
That this House recognises the importance of Post Office branches to rural communities; notes with concern the closure of Post Offices in South Devon constituency including those in Churchstow, Aveton Gifford and Dittisham; further notes that rural communities and small rural businesses are disproportionately affected by centralisation of Post Office …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Green Party: 2
13th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd July 2025
Support for farmers
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises with deep concern the Chancellor’s Spending Review decision to cut the DEFRA budget in real terms by 2.3% annually, with a real terms cut to the farming budget of around £100m; understands budget cuts will have potentially devastating consequences for the environment, the rural economy, farming …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 50
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st July 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 18th July 2025
Provision of trained Family Liaison Officers
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House recognises the devastating impact of suicide on the families and loved ones left behind; notes with concern the lack of structured and consistent support for those affected; further notes that families often face a confusing, traumatic aftermath involving police procedures, post-mortem processes, and coroners’ inquests without adequate …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st July 2025
Press ownership by foreign states
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House recognises that a free press is the cornerstone of our democracy; understands that holding power to account relies on journalistic independence and editorial freedom; notes with concern that foreign state ownership of national newspapers risks allowing foreign states to undermine the independence and integrity of British journalism; …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
16th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st July 2025
Better Business Day campaign and the Company Directors (Duties) Bill
Tabled by:
Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat - Newton Abbot)
That this House welcomes Better Business Day and congratulates all those involved in raising awareness of the Better Business Act campaign, which seeks to amend company law to ensure directors have a duty to advance the interests of shareholders while also considering the wider community and the environment; recognises that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th June 2025
Safe sleep standards in early years settings
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House expresses its heartfelt condolences to the family of nine-month-old Genevieve (Gigi) Meehan, who tragically died in May 2022 while in the care of a nursery in Cheadle, Greater Manchester; pays tribute to her mother Katie Wheeler and father John Meehan for their courage and determination in campaigning …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 23rd June 2025
Police officers
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the tireless work of police officers around the UK; praises the selfless service of police officers’ to their communities and their country in daily acts of unseen work, often in dangerous situations; notes in particular the fantastic work of Cumbria Constabulary in rural, remote communities, despite …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 23rd June 2025
Fracking moratorium and onshore fossil fuel exploration
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House welcomes the Government’s continued commitment to the fracking moratorium, but expresses concern that current legislation defines hydraulic fracturing only by high fluid volume thresholds, excluding lower-volume techniques such as proppant squeeze which have previously caused seismic events, including at Preston New Road in Lancashire; notes that such …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
30th April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Friday 20th June 2025
Pavement parking
Tabled by:
Carla Denyer (Green Party - Bristol Central)
That this House notes that communities across the UK are negatively impacted by inconsiderate pavement parking and its knock-on effects on pavement use by wheelchair users, parents and carers with prams, and other pedestrians; further notes this is a major concern for the charity Guide Dogs who have been calling …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 16th June 2025
Disturbance from small aircraft
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House notes with concern the growing number of complaints from residents regarding the persistent noise nuisance caused by small aircraft flying low over homes and gardens, often for recreational or training purposes; further notes the distress and disruption this causes to local communities, affecting quality of life and …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1
11th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th June 2025
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 …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th June 2025
Experiences of women athletes at the Leander Rowing Club
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House notes with concern reports that women athletes at the Leander Club have felt that they cannot safely train alongside their male teammates due to the Club's handling of allegations of sexual assault and harassment made against male athletes; further notes that the Leander Club is a prestigious …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Carers Week 2025
Tabled by:
Alison Bennett (Liberal Democrat - Mid Sussex)
That this House supports Carers Week 2025, taking place from 9 to 15 June; recognises this year’s theme is entitled Caring about equality; emphasises that millions of unpaid carers looking after family members and friends often face significant challenges and inequalities in their daily lives; asks the Government to address …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 42
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th June 2025
Climate and Nature Bill
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House declared an environment and climate change emergency on 1 May 2019, recognising the urgent need for action; notes that the Second Reading debate of the Climate and Nature Bill was adjourned, but not concluded, on 24 January 2025; further notes that the Secretary of State for Environment, …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 63
Labour: 20
Independent: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Gaza (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House expresses its condemnation of the Israeli government's expansion of military activity in Gaza and declaration of 22 new settlements in the West Bank; denounces Prime Minister Netanyahu's unwillingness to comprehensively lift the devastating aid blockade; rejects as dangerous, insufficient and unworkable the operation of the Gaza Humanitarian …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 72
Green Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
22nd May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 2nd June 2025
UK-EU defence cooperation
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House welcomes the establishment of the UK-EU Security and Defence Partnership as an important step toward rebuilding structured cooperation on defence issues; recognises the shared interest of both the UK and the EU in strengthening collective European security, particularly in light of Russian aggression in Ukraine and uncertainty …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th March 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 2nd June 2025
Ensuring stability for Ukrainian refugees in the UK
Tabled by:
Pippa Heylings (Liberal Democrat - South Cambridgeshire)
That this House believes that Ukrainian refugees fleeing war must be treated with compassion in the UK; recognises that the war in Ukraine still wages on, more than three years after Putin first invaded; notes with concern recent reports that some Ukrainian refugees have faced losing their homes and jobs …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 64
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 28th May 2025
Relaunch of Greener Henley
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House congratulates Greener Henley on its successful relaunch as a registered charity committed to addressing critical environmental issues under the themes of safer, cleaner and greener; notes that the organisation is tackling food security, flooding and the impacts of HGVs under its safer agenda; air and water pollution …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 19th May 2025
Improving equestrian road safety awareness
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House acknowledges the vital role of horses in rural communities, particularly in areas such as Lambourn, known for its contributions to British horse racing; notes with deep concern that in 2024 alone, 3,100 road incidents involving horses were reported to the British Horse Society; recognises that one third …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 31
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 19th May 2025
Gaza occupation proposals
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its outrage at proposals by the Israeli Government to indefinitely occupy Gaza; condemns the plans for the further forced displacement of Palestinians; affirms its belief that, if realised, these would constitute clear breaches of international law; notes with immense concern that these proposals will only make …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 58
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st May 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th May 2025
Blockade of aid to Gaza
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its deep concern that the Israeli Government's current blockade of Gaza has now exceeded 50 days; notes with alarm the recent announcement from the World Food Programme that it has fully depleted its food stocks in Gaza; further notes the severe shortages of medicine, medical equipment, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 61
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Friday 25th April 2025
Introduction of the Hillsborough Law and the 36th anniversary
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House supports the urgent introduction of the Hillsborough Law to ensure justice, transparency and accountability in public inquiries and inquests; recognises the tireless campaigning of the Hillsborough families and survivors, who have fought for over three decades for the truth to be acknowledged and for meaningful reform; notes …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 47
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
8th April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Chalk stream river protection
Tabled by:
Alex Brewer (Liberal Democrat - North East Hampshire)
That this House recognises the crucial role of chalk stream rivers in ensuring water security and supporting local ecosystems; acknowledges the significant threats faced by chalk stream rivers, including over-abstraction, wastewater pollution, sewage dumping, and urban development; notes with concern that, without action, incidents of water scarcity and ecological degradation …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 32
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Abduction of Ukrainian children
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House expresses its anger and revulsion at the abduction of over 30,000 Ukrainian children since the start of Russia's invasion; notes with disgust this tactic of the Russian Armed Forces, which threatens to rob Ukraine of its future; believes that these mass abductions authorised by President Putin constitute …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 43
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
2nd April 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Protecting children from data exploitation
Tabled by:
Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat - Harpenden and Berkhamsted)
That this House believes that social media platforms and online services must be designed with children’s safety in mind; notes that under current UK law, children as young as 13 can have their personal data collected, processed, and used for targeted advertising and algorithm-driven content; further notes that the majority …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 36
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
West Bank
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House is deeply concerned by recent developments in the West Bank; believes that the deployment of Israeli military personnel to the West Bank, which constitutes one of the most significant military operations in the area since 2002, further escalates tensions and undermines the stability of the fragile ceasefires …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 48
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
24th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Commemorating 200 years of the modern railway
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House celebrates the bicentenary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, opened on 27 September 1825, marking the beginning of the modern railway era; notes that this was a transformative innovation, born in Britain, which rapidly spread across the globe, connecting places, people, ideas and fundamentally transforming the fabric …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th December 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
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 …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 44
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th March 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th March 2025
Future of the adoption and special guardianship support fund
Tabled by:
Jess Brown-Fuller (Liberal Democrat - Chichester)
That this House expresses deep concern over the future of the adoption and special guardianship support fund (ASGSF), which is set to expire on 31 March 2025; recognises the vital role the fund plays in providing essential mental health services to adopted children and those under special guardianship orders, supporting …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 48
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
13th February 2025
93 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 49
Labour: 20
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th March 2025
Injury on Duty Award Scheme
Tabled by:
Tom Morrison (Liberal Democrat - Cheadle)
That this House acknowledges the inherent risks undertaken by police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other members of the emergency services in the line of duty; notes that severe injuries sustained in the line of duty can prematurely end their careers; further notes with concern that current recognition for such sacrifices …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 47
Labour: 34
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Reform UK: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
26th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
Treatment of Israeli hostages
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House is deeply moved by the release of hostages after being held in captivity for over 16 months by Hamas; notes with disgust the way in which hostages have been treated while in captivity and during their release, such as the way in which Eli Sharabi was cruelly …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
26th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2025
Changes to Overseas Development Assistance
Tabled by:
Monica Harding (Liberal Democrat - Esher and Walton)
That this House expresses concern over the Government’s decision to reduce the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) from 0.5% to 0.3% of Gross National Income (GNI); agrees with the importance of strengthening the UK’s national security and defence commitments, particularly in light of increasing global security challenges, but recognises that …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 62
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2025
A&E waiting times in Berkshire
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House notes with concern that in December 2024 2,655 people admitted to A&E in the NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire Integrated Care Board were waiting over 12 hours; recognises the significant negative impact that long hospital wait times are having on people’s health; further notes with alarm that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th February 2025
Parliamentary Prayers
Tabled by:
Neil Duncan-Jordan (Independent - Poole)
That this House recognises that religious worship should not play any part in the formal business of the House of Commons; believes that Parliamentary meetings should be conducted in a manner that is equally welcoming to all attendees, irrespective of their personal beliefs; further believes that Parliamentary prayers are not …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Green Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 6th 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 …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 65
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd February 2025
Freddie van Mierlo 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 …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 38
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 30th January 2025
Dinosaur trackway discovery in Ardley, Oxfordshire
Tabled by:
Calum Miller (Liberal Democrat - Bicester and Woodstock)
That this House commends researchers from the Universities of Oxford and Birmingham on uncovering and excavating the largest known dinosaur footprint site in the UK, traversed by some of the Middle Jurassic period's biggest dinosaurs; notes the continuity of significant palaeontological discoveries in the region, dating back to William Buckland's …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 21st January 2025
Flood preparedness
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House is deeply concerned by the recent flooding across the UK and the devastating impact this has had on communities, businesses and transport routes; recognises the particular tragedy of instances where members of the public have lost their lives as a result of flooding and severe weather; notes …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th 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 …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2025
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 13th 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 …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 3
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Friday 20th December 2024
Bowel Cancer UK report into NHS services
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises bowel cancer as the second biggest cancer killer, with over 13,500 people tragically dying from bowel cancer each year in England alone; acknowledges the findings from Bowel Cancer UK’s report entitled Delivering the ambitions of the NHS Long Term Plan: A review of progress of bowel …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 33
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 1
14th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Friday 20th December 2024
Triple negative breast cancer
Tabled by:
Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat - Wokingham)
That this House recognises the significant impact of triple negative breast cancer (TNBC), which accounts for around 15% of breast cancer diagnosis but up to 40% of all breast cancer deaths in England; acknowledges that TNBC disproportionately affects people under the age of 40, for whom a diagnosis and treatment …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 20
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024
Bus fare cap
Tabled by:
Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat - Wimbledon)
That this House notes the £2 bus fare cap helps millions of bus users with the cost of living and encourages higher ridership; further notes the upcoming fare cap hike will significantly increase costs for bus users and make bus travel less accessible, especially in rural areas; regrets the steep …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 35
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
11th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th November 2024
Social care workers and National Insurance
Tabled by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay)
That this House notes that social care workers should be exempt from the National Insurance tax rise announced in the Autumn Budget 2024; welcomes the extra funding provided for the NHS and other public sector organisations to cover the cost of the tax rise, but notes that the vast majority …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 40
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM 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 …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 29
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th November 2024
Haggis the pygmy hippo
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House celebrates the birth of Haggis, Edinburgh Zoo’s newest pygmy hippo; recognises that pygmy hippos are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species; commends the work that Edinburgh Zoo does to promote biodiversity and protect vulnerable species; hopes that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
29th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th 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 …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 19 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 51
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
5th November 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 5th 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 …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 37
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Reform UK: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 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 …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 5
Green Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 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
15th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo 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
Labour: 1
14th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024
Veterans and the Winter Fuel Payment
Tabled by:
Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat - Epsom and Ewell)
That this House expresses its concern that changes to Winter Fuel Payment eligibility rules will adversely impact veterans; notes that these changes have been introduced with little notice as the winter months approach, and have been made without a full impact assessment; further notes with concern that this approach fails …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 27
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 3
Labour: 1
10th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
World Mental Health Day 2024
Tabled by:
Danny Chambers (Liberal Democrat - Winchester)
That this House marks World Mental Health Day, which takes place each year on 10 October, and which raises awareness of mental health issues and promotes positive mental wellbeing globally; notes that the theme for 2024 is workplace mental health; expresses concern that, in 2024, Britain is facing increasing waiting …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Labour: 8
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Hospice funding
Tabled by:
Lee Dillon (Liberal Democrat - Newbury)
That this House recognises the importance of hospices in the UK, which care for over 300,000 people each year; is deeply concerned about the current funding crisis facing hospices, due to rising costs over several years; acknowledges that the commissioning of hospice services by integrated care boards is currently not …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 28
Green Party: 4
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
9th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
World Mental Health Day and rural communities
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House recognises World Mental Health Day; is concerned about the mental wellbeing of the nation’s agricultural and rural communities; is worried by the findings of RABI’s Big Farming Survey that revealed 36% of respondents had mental wellbeing scores sufficiently low enough to cause concern; is aware that farmers …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 46
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th October 2024
Business relief for pubs
Tabled by:
Liz Jarvis (Liberal Democrat - Eastleigh)
That this House recognises the crucial role that pubs play in Eastleigh, as social hubs, cultural landmarks, and significant contributors to the local economy; notes with concern the growing number of nationwide pub closures, with 749 pub businesses entering insolvency in 2023; further notes that the current business rates system …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 26
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th 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 …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 59
Green Party: 4
Independent: 1
7th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 14th 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 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 44
Green Party: 4
4th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th October 2024
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 …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
9th October 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 10th October 2024
World Homelessness Day 2024
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House marks World Homelessness Day 2024; notes with concern that 3,898 people were found sleeping rough in England in the autumn snapshot 2023; further notes that 11,880 people were served no fault eviction notices in the year ending in March 2024 and one in 200 households were living …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 45
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 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
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th September 2024
Jools' Law petition
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House notes the 126,033 signatures on the petition for Jools’ Law, relating to parental rights of access to children's social media accounts; further notes that current legislation lags behind the progress of social media, leading to concern for many parents seeking protection of their children; notes that the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd September 2024
82 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 71
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
24th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th July 2024
Contribution of lidos
Tabled by:
Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat - Cheltenham)
That this House celebrates the contribution to our country’s health, wellbeing and heritage made by lidos; notes with concern the significant financial challenges being faced by the sector, principally due to energy costs but also as a result of ongoing maintenance to heritage assets and required capital investment; notes that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 14
Labour: 5
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2024
Post Office services in Wellington, Somerset
Tabled by:
Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat - Taunton and Wellington)
That this House is concerned about the lack of any Post Office in Wellington, Somerset with a population of 16,000 people many of whom lack access to a car and who rely on the town centre to meet their needs; urges the Government to expand its Cash Access UK Banking …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 24th July 2024
Oxfordshire rowers and the Paris Olympics
Tabled by:
Freddie van Mierlo (Liberal Democrat - Henley and Thame)
That this House wishes Olympic rowers from Oxfordshire, Sholto Carnegie, Annie Campbell-Orde, Eve Stewart, Graeme Thomas, Harry Brightmore, Hattie Taylor, Heidi Long, Imogen Grant, James Rudkin, Lauren Irwin, Lola Anderson, Matt Aldridge, Morgan Bolding, Oli Wilkes, Rebecca Edwards and Rebecca Wilde, the best of luck in Paris; further wishes the …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
17th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM 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
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo 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
Freddie van Mierlo 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 …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 59
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Labour: 4
Green Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th 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 …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 64
Independent: 7
Green Party: 3
Alliance: 1
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2024
Freddie van Mierlo signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th 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 …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 16
Green Party: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1