Gordon Marsden's 234 Early Day Motions
4th November 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019

Post Office Closures in Blackpool South constituency

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House expresses its concern about the announcement of closures at three post offices in Blackpool in the last few weeks, Marton, Waterloo and Mereside; notes that this leaves local residents without a range of post office services and without access to free withdrawal facilities at ATMs attached to …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
23rd October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019

Persecution of Christians

 Tabled by: Jeremy Hunt (Conservative - Godalming and Ash)
That this House notes the 2019 report of Aid to the Church in Need entitled Persecuted and Forgotten? which shows that the Christian population of Iraq has declined by 90 per cent within a generation from 1.5 million before 2003 to less than 150,000 today; recognises that any Daesh resurgence …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
16th October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019

ASDA contract 6

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019

Collapse of Thomas Cook

 Tabled by: Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses its concern at the collapse of Thomas Cook; recognises the detrimental impact that the collapse of Thomas Cook has had on both its staff and its customers; urges former Thomas Cook executives to repay their bonuses in order to fund support for former Thomas Cook staff …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd October 2019

Racism in football

 Tabled by: Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House condemns the appalling racism at the Haringey Borough v. Yeovil Town FA Cup game on 19 October; applauds the Haringey players and management for their brave and principled decision to walk off in the face of such abuse; calls on the Football Association to ensure that those …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019

Compass PLC and Blackpool and St Helens workers

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That his House notes that hospital cleaning workers employed by the private contractor Compass Group PLC at Blackpool Victoria are currently in dispute with Compass over that company's failure to award them a decent pay rise to give them the same hourly rates as the NHS colleagues they work alongside, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st October 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights the fact that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; notes that every ten minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK; encourages men and women alike to be aware of the early signs of breast cancer, such as a lump in a breast, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

PROTECTING STAFF AND SERVICES ON THE WEST COAST MAINLINE (No. 2)

 Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes that First Trenitalia has been awarded the West Coast rail franchise from December 2019; shares the view of the RMT union that the jobs, conditions and pensions of West Coast staff and staff of subcontractors including Alstom, Leadec and DHL have to be fully protected throughout …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 7th October 2019

PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS

 Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House condemns the persecution of Christians and other religious groups; is extremely concerned about the rising levels of Christian persecution; is deeply concerned by reports that persecution of Christians in some parts of the world is at near genocide levels; understands that Christians are the most persecuted group, …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th July 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019

COMMERCIAL LOCAL RADIO AND BAUER

 Tabled by: John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the commercial local radio industry is now dominated by two media giants Global and Bauer; further notes that Bauer will own 36 per cent of commercial local radio licences in the UK if their purchase of four whole groups of radio stations namely UKRD, Wireless …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2019

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING

 Tabled by: Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises that 20 July 2019 marks 50 years since humanity first landed on the moon; remembers that NASA’s legendary Apollo 11 mission was launched by a Saturn V rocket from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with the ambition of landing a crew on the moon and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Conservative: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
2nd May 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2019

DEMENTIA FUND

 Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House notes that an estimated 60 per cent of recipients of homecare and 70 per cent of care home residents live with dementia; acknowledges that dementia is a condition caused by diseases of the brain with complex support needs that should be met by the NHS, like any …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Conservative: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th July 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COUNCIL WORLD CUP FINAL

 Tabled by: Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House notes the sensational International Cricket Council World Cup Final on 14 July 2019; congratulates the England men’s cricket team on joining their female counterparts in winning the Cricket World Cup; believes that it is imperative that this inspirational success is used to encourage a new generation of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th June 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 5th June 2019

BLACKPOOL VICTORIA HOSPITAL AND OSTEOPOROSIS

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House welcomes the establishment of a new Osteoporosis Support Group to be based and have meetings at Blackpool Victoria Hospital with the support of the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; applauds the recognition that people who have osteoporosis, which can affect one in two women and one …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st May 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2019

POLICE WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS PENSION EQUALITY

 Tabled by: Holly Lynch (Labour - Halifax)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution of all who have served, and continue to serve, in the police force, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the protection of others; acknowledges that the support provided by the spouse of a police officer is crucial both emotionally and practically; …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2019

DECLINE OF FREE-TO-USE CASH MACHINES

 Tabled by: Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House regrets the rapid decline of free-to-use cash machines across the UK; expresses concern that nearly 1,700 machines started charging for withdrawals in the first three months of 2019, with potentially 13 per cent of free ATMs disappearing in just a few months; acknowledges the disproportionate impact that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
29th April 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2019

10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH

 Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Maisie and Vanessa Dury of St Andrews and the team at Brain Tumour Research on the charity’s 10th anniversary of raising awareness that 16,000 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year; notes that in the last decade its work has helped to increase national …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 10
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd April 2019

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPEN UNIVERSITY

 Tabled by: Peter Kyle (Labour - Hove and Portslade)
That this House congratulates the Open University (OU) on its 50th anniversary; notes that its mission of opening up education for all through flexible distance learning is as relevant today as it was in 1969; celebrates the over two million students who have been taught by the OU since 1969; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th April 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019

BRUNEI PENAL CODE

 Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House expresses deep concern at the planned introduction of a new penal code in Brunei; notes the UN Secretary-General’s belief that these new laws are in clear violation of human rights principles; expresses solidarity with LGBT+ Bruneians and grave concern about the impact of this legislation upon the …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd April 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019

FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL DAY 4 MAY 2019

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House joins with firefighters across the United Kingdom on Firefighters Memorial Day in remembering the bravery and sacrifice of over 2,300 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty; extends its sympathies especially on this memorial day to all the bereaved families of fallen firefighters; …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st April 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019

MERSEY CROSSING TOLLS (No. 2)

 Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with alarm the cost of travelling to and from work for those who have to use the Silver Jubilee Bridge and the Mersey Gateway Bridge, which amounts to a cost of more than £900 a year; further notes that in some cases this additional cost has …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

TRADE UNION RIGHTS OF ACCESS TO WORKPLACES

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes that the right to join a trade union is a basic democratic right, and that trade unions play an invaluable role in defending the pay, terms and conditions of their members; regrets that presently in the UK there is no legal right of access to workplaces …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

TACKLING RACISM IN FOOTBALL

 Tabled by: Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the racist abuse directed at players in the England football team in their Euro 2020 qualification match in Montenegro on 25 March 2019; supports UEFA’s quick and decisive action in opening disciplinary proceedings against Montenegro; and agrees with footballer Raheem Sterling that any racist chanting should …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

EXPLOITATION OF COCOA FARMERS

 Tabled by: Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports the Fairtrade Foundation petition which calls on an end to the exploitation of cocoa farmers; understands that some cocoa farmers are currently earning less that 75p a day, which is less than half of what they need for a good standard of living; further understands that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019

MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYELITIS (ME) AWARENESS WEEK 2019

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that ME Awareness Week will be held in May 2019; commends those involved in raising greater awareness of the condition including the website www.actionforme.org.uk which creates a platform for wider sections of society to understand the issues that affect more than 250,000 people across the UK; …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
11th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 25th March 2019

FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH FORCES PERSONNEL

 Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution made by thousands of Foreign and Commonwealth members of the UK’s Armed Forces; notes that those who have served for at least four years are eligible to apply for indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK for themselves, their partners and …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019

THE LIVING WAGE AT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES

 Tabled by: Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House believes that the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee should ensure it is a Living Wage Employer, accredited by the Living Wage Foundation.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019

IPSA AND MPs STAFF PAY

 Tabled by: Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises the vital role that hon. Members' staff play and the hard work they do in supporting the work of hon. Members; notes with alarm that the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's increase to hon. Members staffing budgets of 1.5 per cent for 2019-20 falls below the rate …
123 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 85
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019

WORLD GLAUCOMA WEEK AND ACCESS TO EFFECTIVE TREATMENTS

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes World Glaucoma Week from 10 to 16 March 2019; commits to ensuring that the one million glaucoma-related visits to the NHS are met with a state of the art health service focusing on best patient outcomes and efficient and safe service delivery; further commits to scrutinize …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019

FUEL POVERTY AWARENESS DAY 2019

 Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this house notes that Fuel Poverty Awareness Day is on 15 February and commends the work of the National Energy Action charity and Energy Action Scotland in working to end fuel poverty and promote Fuel Poverty Awareness Day; further notes that there is strong cross-party recognition on the need …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th March 2019

Education

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education (Registration Fees) (England) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 543), dated 11 March 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 12 March 2019, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
7th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019

LORD BHATTACHARYYA

 Tabled by: Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House notes with regret the passing of Lord Kumar Bhattacharyya; recognises the enormous contribution that Lord Bhattacharyya made to the UK manufacturing sector and in particular the automotive sector; notes the critical role Lord Bhattacharyya played in negotiating the sale of Jaguar Land Rover between Ford and TATA …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019

NATIONAL B&B WEEK 2019

 Tabled by: Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that independent B&Bs, guest houses and family-run hotels constitute a vital part of the UK's tourism offer and form the cornerstone of our welcome to the world; further notes that the world's best B&B and four of the world's top five best B&Bs are British, a …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019

USE OF ANIMALS FOR WARFARE EXPERIMENTS

 Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern that, each year, thousands of animals of various species including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs, are experimented upon using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that, whilst these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
25th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019

National Health Service

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Amendments Relating to the Provision of Integrated Care Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 248), dated 13 February 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 February 2019, be annulled.
69 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
7th March 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th March 2019

COUNCILLOR IVAN TAYLOR OF BLACKPOOL

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House congratulates Councillor Ivan Taylor on 50 years of service to the people of Blackpool, making him the longest serving councillor ever in the town; recognises the achievements of that service which include having been leader of the Labour group of Blackpool Council for 30 years, leader of …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
12th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

REGISTRATION FEES AT THE HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL

 Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council plans to increase its registration fees by 18 per cent from October 2019; believes that this increase is effectively a tax on practicing, as those who are regulated by the HCPC must pay this annual fee in order to …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 82
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

ACCESS TO CASH

 Tabled by: Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses concern about the rate at which access to cash is being reduced across the UK, with more than 200 free-to-use cashpoints and 60 bank branches closing per month according to analysis by Which?; recognises that while there has been an increase in digital payments, cash is …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

KURDISH HUNGER STRIKES IN TURKEY

 Tabled by: Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses its deep concern for the welfare of around 250 Kurdish prisoners in Turkey, who have begun an indefinite hunger strikes in protest against the prison conditions of imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan; notes that some protestors, including Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) deputy Leyla Guven, have now …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

LGBT HISTORY MONTH

 Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House joins the LGBT community in celebrating LGBT History Month; recognises and supports the contributions that the LGBT community has made to Welsh society; acknowledges that the LGBT community is disproportionately impacted in terms of homelessness, domestic abuse, violence and housing discrimination; aspires to create a society in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

DR SHOAIB SUDDLE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the Supreme Court of Pakistan's decision to appoint a commission chaired by Dr Shoaib Suddle; notes that the intention of the commission is to ensure implementation of the decision PLD 2014 SC 699 of June 2014 to safeguard the rights of religious minorities in Pakistan; affirms …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

Medicines

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Human Medicines (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 62), dated 14 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 January, be annulled.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th January 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

RATES OF PAY FOR SECURITY STAFF ON THE PARLIAMENTARY ESTATE

 Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the valuable work done by security staff on the parliamentary estate; further notes the current dispute between security staff represented by the PCS union and the House authorities concerning overtime rates; believes that security staff recruited in summer 2016 should be paid in line with the …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 64
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
9th January 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2019

 Tabled by: Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2019 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2019 …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th February 2019
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th February 2019

BLACKPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB AND THE EFL

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House notes the decision of the High Court on February to place Blackpool FC into receivership because of the failure of the owners to carry out its instructions; notes that despite the crises produced as a result of this and the conflicts by the previous owners picked with …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th November 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th November 2018

REMEMBERING HMY IOLAIRE

 Tabled by: Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers that more than 200 sailors lost their lives when HMY Iolaire sank on 1 January 1919 as it approached Stornoway Harbour bringing sailors home from the war, just yards from shore and within sight of home; and commends all those in Na h-Eileanan an lar involved …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 15
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th November 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th November 2018

MOVEMENT TO WORK CHARITY

 Tabled by: Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House acknowledges the higher rate of unemployment among young people; commends the contribution of the business-led charity Movement to Work in arranging work placements for disadvantaged young people and others; notes that hundreds of thousands of young people are not in employment, education or training (NEET), with many …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th November 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th November 2018

ATTACKS ON CHRISTIANS IN EGYPT

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns, in the strongest terms, the IS terrorists attacks on Christians in Egypt that resulted in seven deaths and 11 wounded; offers sincere sympathies to all of those killed and injured and their families; and reaffirms the Government’s determination to stand alongside the Egyptian Government to defeat …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd October 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 25th October 2018

INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON THE PROTECTION OF JOURNALISTS AND MEDIA PROFESSIONALS

 Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is shocked and appalled by reports of the brutal murder of Turkish journalist Jamal Khashoggi following his visit to the Saudi Arabian Consulate in Istanbul; notes that the killing of journalists is a global problem, with an average of two such deaths every week; further notes that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018

INTERNATIONAL STAMMERING AWARENESS DAY

 Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House welcomes International Stammering Awareness Day on 22 October 2018, which aims to raise awareness and increase understanding of stammering, a speech condition that affects around one in 20 young children and one in 100 adults; recognises individuals and groups of volunteers and professionals who do incredible work …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018

AGRICULTURE

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Environment and Rural Affairs (Miscellaneous Revocations) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 739), dated 19 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 June, be revoked.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
12th September 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018

ANIMALS

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Cattle Compensation (England) (Amendment) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 754), dated 21 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 25 June, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
11th September 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018

US-UK FULBRIGHT COMMISSION 70TH ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Greg Knight (Conservative - East Yorkshire)
That this House notes that 22 September 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the treaty which established the US-UK Fulbright Commission, responsible for delivering the Fulbright awards to American and British grantees; recognises the achievement of the US-UK programme which has seen more than 12,750 UK nationals …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
4th September 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018

MERCHANT NAVY DAY

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 3 September 2018 was Merchant Navy Day to honour the brave men and women who kept our island nation afloat during both World Wars and to mark our dependence on modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for 95 per cent of the UK's imports; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018

UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES

 Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the decision of the US Administration to end its funding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which amounts to a reduction of nearly a third of UNRWA's operating budget; believes that such a move takes the Middle East further away from …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 23rd July 2018

CHILDCARE VOUCHERS No. 2

 Tabled by: Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes that the Government is closing Childcare Vouchers to new entrants from 4 October 2018 without having conducted a proper analysis of the winners and losers from removing the scheme and replacing it with Tax-Free Childcare, despite a recommendation to so do by the Treasury Select Committee; …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
10th July 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th July 2018

GEORGIA 100TH ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Jonathan Djanogly (Conservative - Huntingdon)
That this House congratulates the people of Georgia on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the declaration of independence; welcomes the growth of political relations and cooperation in a variety of fields between the UK and Georgia, including intensifying inter-parliamentary cooperation; encourages further development of bilateral trade, economic and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018

BATTLE OF EBRO COMMEMORATION 7 JULY

 Tabled by: Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recalls the bravery of the members of the army of the Spanish Republic and of the International Brigades which in July 1938 launched the last Republican offensive, the Battle of the Ebro; congratulates the International Brigades Memorial Trust which will mark the bravery of those anti­-fascists with …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
26th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018

CO-OPERATIVES FORTNIGHT

 Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House notes that the UK Co-operative movement has grown in 2017 to now boasting a combined annual turnover of £36.1 billion owned by 13.1 million members and 234,577 employees; further notes that co-operatives in the UK span across a wide range of sectors from agriculture to arts and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018

CONTINUED DETENTION OF NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE IN IRAN (NO. 2)

 Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern for the arbitrary detention of dual nationals in Iran from the UK and other nations; stands in solidarity with recent petitions in the European Parliament, US Congress and Canadian Parliament echoing concerns for the treatment of dual nationals imprisoned in Iran; further expresses particular concern …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018

GAY HUSSAR RESTAURANT SOHO

 Tabled by: Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House regrets the decision of Corus Hotels to close the Gay Hussar restaurant in Greek Street, Soho, London; recalls that for over 65 years this London dining landmark has hosted generations of politicians, journalists, cartoonists and bon vivants of all descriptions; further recalls that the Gay Hussar has …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
7th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

CARERS WEEK 11 TO 17 JUNE 2018

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Carers Week, which seeks to raise awareness of caring and building communities that support the health and wellbeing of carers; acknowledges the tireless work of 6.5 million unpaid carers across the UK, an estimated 788,000 in Scotland, many of whom are under the age of 18; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

CARBON MONOXIDE INCIDENTS ABROAD

 Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that in the 2018 holiday season many hon. Members' constituents may be visiting countries where the likelihood of a carbon monoxide incident is far more common than in the UK; and urges all holidaymakers to purchase a portable carbon monoxide detector before embarking on their holiday.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

POST OFFICE COUNTER SERVICE IN MEMBERS' LOBBY

 Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House greatly values the service, over decades, of the Post Office counter staff in the Members' Lobby Post Office; views with concern the proposal to shut down the counter service in that Office; regrets that hon. Members have not had this properly drawn to their attention; acknowledges that …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS

 Tabled by: Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House expresses its concern over the current personal independence payment assessment process; believes the current assessment and reassessment process places a huge burden onto those with serious and often life limiting illnesses; is concerned that problems have occurred with unqualified assessors, a lack of specialist knowledge on rare …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

VOLUNTEER WEEK 2018

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates Volunteer Week 2018, which runs from 1 to 7 June, and commends the huge contribution that volunteers make to our society; recognises that volunteering contributes more than £22 billion to the UK economy, around 1.2% of GDP, and that in 2016-17 19.8 million people volunteered at …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
4th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TUC

 Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the world's first TUC being founded on 2 June 1868 at the headquarters of the Manchester Mechanics Institute; commends the dedication of trades unionists across the UK who have collectively contributed to the success and …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018

FRACKING IN THE FORMER COALFIELD AREAS

 Tabled by: Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
This this House welcomes the contribution of Professor Emeritus Peter Styles of Keele University, past-President of the Geological Society and formerly advisor on fracking seismology to Prime Minister David Cameron and the Department for the Environment and Climate Change on his new report presented to the Yorkshire Geological Society on …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th June 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th June 2018

EDUCATION

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (Cooperation and Information Sharing) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 607), dated 21 May 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 May, be annulled.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
14th May 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018

CLEANING PRODUCTS SAFETY

 Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes research by the Department of Clinical Science at Bergen University which shows that exposure to some cleaning products can be as damaging to lung function as smoking 20 cigarettes a day; further notes the occupational health risks faced by people who work as cleaners; expresses dissatisfaction …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
2nd May 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 11th May 2018

HOSPITAL CAR PARKING - BLUE BADGE HOLDERS AND GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE

 Tabled by: Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care Guidance, entitled NHS patient, visitor and staff car parking principles; further notes that the guidance states that concessions, including free or reduced charges, should be available for disabled people; notes that the Department of Health and Social Care declared …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd May 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 11th May 2018

PUB CLOSURES

 Tabled by: Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
This House notes that pubs are at the heart of communities across the UK; welcomes ongoing cross-party efforts to protect the British pub; acknowledges that an increasing number of pubs are diversifying in order to provide an ever more valuable and enjoyable offer to their customers; further notes that pubs …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd May 2018

THE RIGHT HON. LORD MICHAEL MARTIN OF SPRINGBURN AND PORT DUNDAS

 Tabled by: Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House expresses its deep regret and sadness at the death of the right hon. Lord Michael Martin of Springburn and Port Dundas; recognises that Michael had diligently represented the communities in the north-east of Glasgow as a Councillor and hon. Member for over three decades, spanning seven general …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
25th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd May 2018

COHABITEES ENTITLEMENT TO BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT

 Tabled by: Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House calls for reform to extend Bereavement Support Payment to people who were cohabiting but were not married or in a civil partnership; considers that the current position is manifestly unfair and ignores the reality of modern day Britain where cohabiting couples account for approximately one in five …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd May 2018

IMMIGRATION

 Tabled by: Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Detention Centre (Amendment) Rules 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 411), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
114 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 77
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
25th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd May 2018

IMMIGRATION

 Tabled by: Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Immigration (Guidance on Detention of Vulnerable Persons) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 410), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
118 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
23rd April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018

TERRORIST ATTACK ON A CHURCH IN QUETTA, PAKISTAN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the terrorist attack on Christians as they were coming out of a church service in the Essa Nagri, Quetta, Pakistan, on Sunday 15 April 2018, when two innocent worshippers were murdered and five seriously injured; notes that responsibility for this terrorist act was claimed by ISIS; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018

WINDRUSH 70TH ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2018 will be the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks carrying passengers from the Caribbean; further notes with gratitude that many Windrush passengers had previously served in the UK armed forces during the Second World War; …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018

WARSAW GHETTO UPRISING - 75th ANNIVERSARY

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising, from 19 April to 16 May 1943; notes that after Germany invaded Poland in September 1939, more than 440,000 Jews were confined to just 1.3 square miles of Warsaw, sealed in by a wall patrolled by armed guards; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018

DEMOLITION PLANS IN KHAN AL-AHMAR VILLAGE IN THE WEST BANK

 Tabled by: Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming Israeli High Court hearing on 25 April 2018 on the demolition of buildings in the village of Khan al-Ahmar in the West Bank; condemns those plans and the impact they will have on communities in the occupied Palestinian territories; believes that the …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018

NATIONAL SIKH AWARENESS AND HISTORY MONTH

 Tabled by: Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House extends congratulations to Sikhs celebrating Vaisakhi in the UK and around the world; notes that 14 April marks Vaisakhi and the founding of Khalsa in 1699 by the 10th Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh; further notes that Gurdwaras across the UK have organised Nagar Kirtan …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
27th March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018

SHOOTINGS IN SOUTHERN FRANCE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House conveys its deepest sympathy to the families of those who were killed in the shootings in Southern France; notes and commends the bravery and courage of the police officer, Lt. Col. Arnaud Beltrame, who gave his life to save another; stands in solidarity with France and its …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018

FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL DAY, 4 MAY 2018

 Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK on Firefighters' Memorial Day, on 4 May 2018, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the 2,524 colleagues who have lost their life in the line of duty; extends its sympathies, especially on this memorial day, to all the bereaved families of …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 65
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 17
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
21st March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018

FLOUR DUST AND BAKERS ASTHMA

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes with concern that the Workplace Health Expert Committee of the Health and Safety Executive, in its 2017 report, entitled The Risks of Bakery Work, found that exposures to flour are, and remain, frequently higher than the level at which occupational asthma would develop, and that the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th March 2018

90TH ANNIVERSARY OF NOTARIANNI'S ICE CREAMS IN BLACKPOOL

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House congratulates, at the start of the Easter holiday season in Blackpool, Notarianni's Ice Cream on its 90 years of production of its celebrated products, particularly its iconic vanilla ice cream; salutes the Vettese family, now in their fourth generation as a family business, in the best tradition …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th March 2018

ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FOR WASPI WOMEN LIVING IN THE EU

 Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that British women who are affected by the WASPI changes to state pension age for women, and who choose to retire in other EU countries, may not be eligible for healthcare in that country; notes that these women are UK citizens who paid UK …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th March 2018

BAN ON THE SALE AND USE OF SHOCK COLLARS FOR DOGS

 Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House welcomes the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ consultation on banning the use of electronic shock collars for training dogs and other domestic pets in England; recognises that legislation on this would ensure England has a similar ban to Scotland and Wales where the devolved Governments …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
28th February 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

SIMEON ANDREWS

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Simeon Andrews, whose advice and assistance has proved invaluable to so many Labour movement comrades and Parliamentary colleagues; pays tribute to his success in creating and co-ordinating several union parliamentary groups and cross-party groups; notes his earlier achievements …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018

EDUCATION

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Student Support) (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 136), dated 5 February 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 6 February, be annulled
69 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th February 2018
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th February 2018

JIMMY ARMFIELD OBE DL

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House pays tribute, on the day of his funeral at St Peter's Church, Blackpool where he was organist, to Jimmy Armfield OBE DL, a football legend as player for Blackpool FC, a manager, England Captain and a hugely influential football commentator and journalist; commends Mr Armfield as an …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
19th December 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 21st December 2017

NATIONAL SIKH WAR MEMORIAL

 Tabled by: Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour - Slough)
That this House appreciates the extraordinary bravery and sacrifices of Sikh soldiers in service of Great Britain, including during both World Wars, and supports the erection of a permanent national monument in a prime central London location to commemorate and highlight these contributions; notes that for over a decade there …
265 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 167
Conservative: 33
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
20th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2017

ENDING COSMETICS ANIMAL TESTING GLOBALLY

 Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is proud of the UK's leadership in ending animal testing for cosmetics; notes that the EU and several other countries have also ended this unnecessary practice; believes that it is now in the interests of animals, consumers and a fair platform for UK industry and international trade …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
30th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017

75th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SEIZURE OF ENIGMA DOCUMENTS FROM THE U-559

 Tabled by: Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House salutes the extraordinary courage of the three crew members of HMS Petard who, on 30 October 1942, boarded the sinking German submarine U-559 in circumstances of extreme peril; recognises that the Enigma material they retrieved proved vital in saving countless Allied ships and lives; deeply regrets that …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

CONTAMINATED BLOOD INQUIRY

 Tabled by: Diana Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of an inquiry into the contaminated blood scandal; thanks the Rt. Rev James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel, for his voluntary help; supports the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood's statement to the Prime Minister about the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

DENNIS SKINNER: NATURE OF THE BEAST

 Tabled by: Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House commends the 2017 documentary film Dennis Skinner: Nature of the Beast written and directed by Liverpudlian Daniel Draper, and produced by Christie Allanson and Daniel Draper; notes the film's honest depiction of Dennis Skinner's lifelong contribution to socialism, trade unionism and Labour Party politics, his decency, his …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

JOB LOSSES AT BAE

 Tabled by: Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House notes the October 2017 announcement of job losses at BAE Systems sites in northern England, such as Brough and Warton; further notes that one reason given for this was the reduction in the level of production of the Hawk aircraft; believes that this will be devastating to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

HOMELESSNESS AND END OF LIFE CARE

 Tabled by: Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House welcomes the end-of-life care for homeless people: A qualitative analysis exploring the challenges to access and provision of palliative care by Dr Caroline Shulman et al, published on 3 July 2017; recognises the report's findings that many homeless people are dying in unsupported, unacceptable situations; notes the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

BAN ON IMPORT OF CAT AND DOG FUR

 Tabled by: David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House calls on the Government to guarantee that EU bans on the import of cat and dog fur and commercial seal products will remain in place when the UK leaves the EU; and notes that the UK played key roles in the introduction of both of these bans …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
27th June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017

APPLYING RESULTS OF EXPERIMENTS ON ANIMALS TO HUMAN PATIENTS

 Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth which is critical of avoidable experiments on animals; further notes Patients Campaigning For Cures, which opposes animal models on medical grounds; is alarmed that scientific studies reveal that the widespread claimed ability of animals to predict human responses to …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017

HOUSE OF COMMONS AND LORDS COMMISSIONS AND THE AWARD OF THE ELIZABETH TOWER CONTRACT TO SIR ROBERT MCALPINE

 Tabled by: Chuka Umunna (Liberal Democrat - Streatham)
That this House disapproves of the awarding of the contract to refurbish the Elizabeth Tower ,Big Ben, to the construction company Sir Robert McAlpine; recalls that in 2009 the Information Commissioner raided the offices of the Consulting Association and found a blacklist of over 3,000 construction workers that had been …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017

UCLAN AND THE MEDICAL STUDENTS DISPLACED BY HURRICANE IRMA

 Tabled by: Mark Hendrick (Labour (Co-op) - Preston)
That this House welcomes the tremendous initiative of the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in Preston in accepting more than 700 students and staff from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine on the island of Sint Maarten, which was hit by Hurricane Irma; congratulates UCLan on the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2017 (S.R. (N.I.), 2017, No. 79), dated 19 April 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 April in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
18 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Loans for Mortgage Interest Regulations 2017 (S.1., 2017, No. 725), dated 5 July 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 6 July, be annulled.
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
13th July 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

ROYAL MAIL

 Tabled by: Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that Royal Mail provides vital public services in the delivery of letters and parcels and the provision of PO Box services; further notes that when it was privatised by the Coalition Government in 2013 concerns were raised about the continued provision of local delivery offices, but …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th July 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 349), dated 9 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 7
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017

WOMEN AGAINST STATE PENSION INEQUALITY

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes it has a moral duty to ensure that there is a fair transition for women born on or after 6 April 1951 regarding their pensions; recognises the need for a non-means tested bridging pension that will secure the financial stability of those affected by the 1995 …
197 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 122
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017

STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

SOCIAL SECURITY (PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT) (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security (Personal Independence Payment) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 194), dated 22 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 February in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

CHILD TAX CREDIT (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Child Tax Credit (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 387), dated 14 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

HUNTING ACT 2004

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to maintain and strengthen the Hunting Act 2004; notes that 84 per cent of the public support the ban on fox hunting; believes that the Government should close loopholes protecting those breaking the law and introduce tougher penalties in line with other animal …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

MP STAFF REDUNDANCY PAYMENTS

 Tabled by: Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House acknowledges the lack of financial support for hon. Members' staff members who have found themselves unemployed due to their hon. Member not being returned at the 2017 general election; notes that a number of hon. Members, first elected at the 2015 general election, did not retain their …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

BAN ON FOX HUNTING

 Tabled by: Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that fox hunting has no place in modern Britain and will resist any attempt to repeal the Hunting Act 2004.
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st June 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017

OPERATIONAL SERVICE MEDAL FOR OPERATION SHADER

 Tabled by: Nia Griffith (Labour - Llanelli)
That this House believes that the bravery and service of the personnel involved in Operation Shader should be recognised with a specific Operational Service Medal without delay; recognises that in doing their duty these men and women are protecting UK citizens from the threat of Daesh, as well as defending …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th April 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017

NESTLÉ JOB LOSSES

 Tabled by: Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the announcement of 300 redundancies at the Nestlé manufacturing factories in York, Fawdon, Halifax and Girvan and that production of the Blue Riband bar will be transferred to Poland; acknowledges in the first three months of 2017 Nestlé achieved £21 billion in sales, a 0.4 per …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017

POLICE WIDOWS' PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that police officers often place themselves in the way of harm to protect their communities, sometimes making the ultimate sacrifice and leaving behind families and loved ones; is deeply concerned that the Police Pension Regulations 1987 do not allow police widows or widowers the opportunity to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th April 2017

LEYTON ORIENT FC

 Tabled by: Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with deep concern that a winding-up order has been served on Leyton Orient FC by HM Revenue and Customs due to non-payment of taxes by the club's owner, Francesco Becchetti; further notes Mr Becchetti's highly dubious business record, including a criminal investigation by the Albanian Government, …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th March 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th March 2017

CLOSURE BY LLOYDS BANK OF WHITEGATE DRIVE, BLACKPOOL BRANCH

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House is extremely concerned by the decision of Lloyds Bank to close its branch on Whitegate Drive in Blackpool; regrets its failure to consult either the Councillors for the area or the hon. Member for Blackpool South before this announcement; recognises that significant numbers of businesses, many of …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017

SENIOR COURTS OF ENGLAND AND WALES

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Civil Procedure (Amendment) Rules 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 95), dated 2 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 February, be annulled.
18 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
13th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017

ACTION TO TACKLE THE IVORY TRADE

 Tabled by: Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises that African elephants are facing an unprecedented crisis with an average of one killed every 15 minutes for their ivory; welcomes the action taken internationally by the Government to combat the ivory trade and protect elephants in their natural habitat; further recognises that both the illegal …
108 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd February 2017

SMALL CLAIMS LIMIT

 Tabled by: Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour - Delyn)
That this House cherishes access to justice for victims of workplace accidents and industrial diseases; notes that in these often difficult and complicated cases, victims require proper legal representation and expert reports, the costs of which cannot be recovered when taken through a small claims court; therefore opposes a Government …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd February 2017

EDUCATION: STUDENTS FEES, AWARDS AND SUPPORT

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Student Fees, Awards and Support) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I.,2017, No. 114), dated 7 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 February, be annulled.
93 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd February 2017

CAPPING OVERDRAFT CHARGES FOR CURRENT ACCOUNTS

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a cap on the total charges any bank can place on overdrawn personal current accounts; further calls on the Competition and Markets Authority to note the 2016 decision not to introduce a mandatory cap on overdraft charges; notes the high levels …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017

NUCLEAR WORKERS' PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House is greatly concerned about the proposed pension reforms to civil nuclear workers on Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estates; notes that during the course of the Enterprise Act 2016, these workers were also marked for a cap to be imposed on their exit payments, and were assured at …
127 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 87
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Crossbench: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

GORDON AIKMAN BEM

 Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of Gordon Aikman BEM and mourns his death; notes the enormous contribution that Gordon Aikman made to Scottish politics; is in awe of his selfless campaigning work following his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age of 29; welcomes the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

EURATOM TREATY

 Tabled by: Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House expresses regret and grave concern at the Government's intention to progress the European Union (Notification of Withdrawal) Bill and recognises that the implications will include separating from the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom); notes that Euratom has ensured commitment to the highest standards of nuclear safety, safeguards …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

LGBT HISTORY MONTH 2017

 Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2017, held in commemoration of the fiftieth anniversary of the decriminalization of male homosexuality in England and Wales; affirms that this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history, as well as the histories of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

IN MEMORY OF TAM DALYELL

 Tabled by: George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with great regret the passing of Sir Tam Dalyell, a Father of the House who served as a Member of Parliament for 43 years; salutes his contribution as a great parliamentarian and as someone dedicated always to holding the Executive to account in the best parliamentary …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
30th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP

 Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores recent actions taken by US President Donald J Trump, including his Executive Order on Immigration and Refugees, and notably his comments on torture and women; notes the historical significance and honour that comes with an invitation to address both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall or …
206 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 135
Scottish National Party: 49
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd February 2017

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SITE CLOSURES

 Tabled by: Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the Government's proposed closure of almost 100 Ministry of Defence sites across the UK; notes the detrimental impact these closures will have on civilian and military staff and their families; further notes the socio-economic impact on local communities; is further concerned by the lack …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

EDUCATION (S.I., 2016, No. 1205)

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That a humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education (Basic Amount) (England) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 1205), dated 13 December 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 December, be annulled.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
10th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

EDUCATION

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education (Higher Amount) (England) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 1206) dated 13 December 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 December, be annulled.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
10th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

PRACTICES OF PRIVATE PARKING OPERATORS

 Tabled by: Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House is increasingly concerned about the practices of private parking operators, such as Smart Parking, in our cities and towns; denounces the use of disproportionate fines, sometimes hundreds of pounds for a stay only extended by minutes, and the subsequent harassment of users by threatening the use of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 10
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th January 2017
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2017

 Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2017 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day on the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust, groups subjected to Nazi persecution and the victims of subsequent …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

RECOGNITION FOR MUNITIONS WORKERS

 Tabled by: Bill Wiggin (Conservative - North Herefordshire)
That this House supports the award of official badges to those who worked in munitions factories during World War 1 and World War 2, many of whom are women, recognising their invaluable contribution to the war effort.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th October 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th January 2017

PUBLIC SERVICE PENSIONS

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Local Government Pension Scheme (Management and Investment of Funds) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 946), dated 21 September 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 September 2016, be annulled.
130 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 90
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
13th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 9th January 2017

CHRISTMAS WISHES

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House reaffirms the right of every person in this country to use the phrase Happy Christmas; and encourages communities to remember and celebrate the real reason for Christmas which is the birth of Christ and to take the opportunity to enjoy time with loved ones as we a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th October 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 9th January 2017

CLYDESDALE BANK REFINANCING PRACTICES

 Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes the June 2012 findings of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that there were serious failings in the sale of interest rate hedging products to some small and medium-sized businesses by Clydesdale Bank; further notes the earlier critical findings of the Treasury Select Committee that the voluntary …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

REGENERATION OF COASTAL COMMUNITIES

 Tabled by: Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes the Government's commitment to developing a new industrial strategy and building an economy that works for everyone; further notes that coastal communities experience among the highest levels of deprivation in Britain and Northern Ireland; believes that revitalising coastal communities demands a new approach to making sustainable …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

PROTECTION OF CHRISTIANS IN EYGPT

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the attack on the Christian Coptic Church in Cairo, Egypt by Islamic extremists; sends its support to the Christians in Egypt and calls for more protection for Christians; and further calls on the Government to offer assistance to President el-Sisi on his efforts to combat violent …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS

 Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Neath and Swansea East)
That this House notes that approximately 5,000 infants and children pass away each year in the UK; further notes that the cost of children's funerals imposes a significant and unexpected financial burden on bereaved parents; recognises that some local authorities, as well as religious officiants and undertakers, currently waive all …
169 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 124
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

SIGNS OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE WORKPLACE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission which highlights the overzealous approach of some employers to ensuring there is no sign of Christianity in work places, including the discrete wearing of crosses; expresses concern that this approach is tantamount to the persecution of Christians …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
5th December 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is alarmed by evidence which shows that a mass murder of political prisoners took place in Iran in or about the summer of 1988 and that those killed are buried in mass graves at Khavaran Cemetery and other locations in Iran; and believes the illegal killing of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th November 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 15th December 2016

EDUCATION

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Pupil Information) (England) (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 808), dated 20 July 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 July, be revoked.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2016

FOOTBALL CORRUPTION

 Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House is concerned by the widening detachment between the fans who love the game and a growing number of football owners, authorities and leading figures; is shocked that the England manager has resigned after just 67 days for what the Football Association has called inappropriate conduct and a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th September 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th September 2016

BLACKPOOL BLUE LIGHT WALK FOR MENTAL HEALTH

 Tabled by: Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House applauds the Bluelight Walk initiative by four members of Blackpool Ambulance Station to raise money for awareness for Mind's Bluelight Programme to help members of the emergency services to be given mental health support; wishes the very best to Richard Morton, Dan Farnworth, Gill Despard and Philip …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th July 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016

STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th July 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016

TREATMENT OF NON-UK CITIZENS AND REFUGEES AND EU REFERENDUM

 Tabled by: Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House notes with deep concern that the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) noted a five-fold increase in the number of hate crimes reported in the week following the EU referendum; further notes that the head of the NPCC has said that reported attacks include verbal abuse, attacks on …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016

JOURNALISTS AT BBC PARLIAMENT CHANNEL

 Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House congratulates all those who are employed in producing content for the BBC Parliament Channel for doubling its viewing figures over recent years; appreciates the hard work that goes into providing live and recorded coverage of the parliaments and assemblies across the UK and the European Parliament, together …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 18
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016

ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING

 Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House regrets, despite it being illegal for 200 years, that organised dog fighting is still a daily occurrence in the UK; abhors this horrendous abuse as among the worst that can be inflicted on an animal; believes that penalties should be increased to ensure that the punishment reflects …
149 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 40
Conservative: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

ACCESS ALL AREAS

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned that discrimination against assistance dog owners is widespread, with three-quarters of owners surveyed in the UK refused access to a business; recognises that owners of assistance dogs are entitled by law to access goods and services without discrimination; applauds the efforts of Guide Dogs for …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2016

 Tabled by: Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2016 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the barbaric, cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; is appalled at the theft of domestic pets and rounding up of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

GUIDE DOGS RESTRICTIONS

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that guide dog owners and other assistance dog owners are still, even though it is illegal, frequently turned away from places and businesses simply because they have a dog with them, this practice being common place amongst taxi and private hire vehicle providers which often …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

ARMED FORCES AND CENSUS INFORMATION

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House believes that the nation owes a great debt of gratitude to ex and serving members of our armed forces, their families and local communities who bear the brunt of their role; accepts that the unique nature of military life brings with it many challenges which need to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

PUPPY FARMING

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the report Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th June 2016

REGULATORY LEVELS AND ACCESS TO ADVICE

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes that the recent changes to pensions and savings legislation have meant consumer access to clear and affordable financial advice has become more important; further notes that recent research by the Association of Professional Financial Advisers found that 69 per cent of its professional body had turned …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
24th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

VALPROATE TOOLKIT

 Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern that the medicine valproate, which is used for the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, can seriously harm an unborn child when taken during pregnancy, including increased risk of malformations and developmental disorders; welcomes the development of a valproate toolkit to aid communication of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016

CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 23 TO 29 MAY 2016

 Tabled by: Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House welcomes and supports the advent of Children's Hospice Week, the UK's awareness and fundraising week for the 49,000 children and young people with life-shortening conditions, their families and the palliative care services that support them; recognises the huge contribution that hospices and children's palliative care charities play …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th April 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd May 2016

AUTISM AWARENESS

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a recent report by the National Autistic Society entitled Too Much Information, why the public needs to understand autism better, found that half of autistic people and families sometimes don't go out because they are worried about how people will react to their condition; …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th February 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd May 2016

THE NHS BURSARY

 Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …
156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st March 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) Order 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 332), dated 10 March 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 March 2016, be annulled.
95 signatures
(Most recent: 12 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Independent: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
7th March 2016
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016

ELECTORAL REGISTRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE

 Tabled by: Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House notes that data released recently by the Office for National Statistics further exposes an electoral registration crisis in our democracy, particularly for 16 and 17 year-old attainers; further notes the success of the Chief Electoral Officer of Northern Ireland's Schools Initiative scheme in improving registration rates among …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015

WORLD AIDS DAY 2015

 Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises World AIDS Day 2015 which takes place on 1 December 2015; further recognises that the day allows for people throughout the world to unite in support of the fight against HIV; notes that many parliamentarians, as well as the wider public, have shown their support for …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
30th November 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015

DAVIS CUP VICTORY

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Andy and Jamie Murray, and the entire British team, on winning the Davis Cup and bringing it back to Britain for the first time in 79 years; and commends the team for being fantastic role models and inspirations to young tennis fans and players across the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015

SHORT-NOTICE SHIFT CANCELLATION IN FAST FOOD INDUSTRY

 Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House is deeply concerned that a recent survey of popular restaurant chains who collectively operate over 9,000 outlets nationwide found that only a quarter of such employers ruled out cancelling shifts without notice; notes that this practice, known as shift-shafting, can lead to employees arriving at work only …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015

PANCREATIC CANCER

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern that just under 9,000 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK every year; acknowledges that this type of cancer has the lowest five-year survival rate of any common cancer and one that has barely improved in 40 years; and commends Ulster University …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015

FIRE SERVICE REDUCTIONS IN SERVICES

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises that cuts to the fire and rescue service put the public at great risk; is concerned that last year saw the largest ever loss of firefighter jobs with 1,800 axed; notes that fire station closures and cuts to equipment and appliances are widespread; further notes that …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015

BATTLE OF PRESTON, 1715

 Tabled by: Mark Hendrick (Labour (Co-op) - Preston)
That this House congratulates Preston City Council on securing £49,600 from the Heritage Lottery Fund as well as further funding from Lancashire County Council, the Friends of the Harris Museum, the University of Central Lancashire and Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society to commemorate the Battle of Preston in November …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
20th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015

THE SYRIAC PEOPLE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses grave concern for the Syriac people, an ancient Christian minority who faced extinction in their own homeland of Tur Abdin; notes that once again these people, many of whom only returned in recent years, find themselves caught in the middle of fighting between the PKK fighters …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015

REDUCING THE USE OF PRIMATES IN EXPERIMENTATION

 Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes the report from Cruelty Free International which highlights the severe suffering inflicted on monkeys in experiments and the increasing numbers, 73 per cent, imported from outside the EU, in particular from Mauritius and Vietnam; further notes the additional suffering involved in the international trade and transportation, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015

IMMIGRATION

 Tabled by: Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour - Delyn)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Asylum Support (Amendment No. 3) Regulation 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1501), dated 8 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled.
51 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 16th October 2015

MENTAL HEALTH PROVISION FOR ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL AND VETERANS

 Tabled by: Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House considers that comprehensive mental health service provision for armed forces personnel and veterans is essential, taking account of best practice guidance in the accessibility and delivery of both specialist and generic services; and calls for timeous access to medical and psychological therapies, prioritising the resources required for …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 16th October 2015

RESTRICTIONS ON CHRISTIANS IN VIETNAM

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to urge the Vietnam government to relax restrictions on Christians, who are subject to beatings, harassment, intimidation and registration policies; notes that a number of Christian prisoners remain behind bars because of their religious beliefs; further notes that, under …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
13th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 16th October 2015

RELEASE OF PASTOR ABEDINI IN IRAN

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House requests the immediate release of Pastor Abedini and other Christians, Behnam Irani, Maryam Naseem, Naghash-Zargaran, Ebrahim Firouzi and Ata Babaei, detained in Iran for no reason other than the peaceful exercise of their Christian faith; expresses concern that seven Baha'i leaders, Mrs Fariba Kamalabadi, Mr Jamaloddin Khanjani, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th October 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th October 2015

VISIT ENGLAND - GREAT PLACES FUND

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls the recent Government triennial review of Visit England and Visit Britain and the report from the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on English tourism which recognised the need more fully to realise the potential of the country's regions and to create a national product development fund …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 16th October 2015

GIVE A DOG A BONE: POINT OF LIGHT AWARD

 Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the achievement of Louise Russell, of Clarkston, who set up the charity, Give a Dog a Bone - and an Animal a Home, which helps those over 60 years of age to find a rescue pet companion; congratulates her on founding this unique charity and on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Friday 16th October 2015

FAST FOOD WORKERS' ORGANISING DAY

 Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House expresses its solidarity with the global campaign against low pay and poor working conditions faced by employees of the fast food giant McDonald's; notes that the majority of the company's workforce in the UK is employed on zero hours contracts, many on the minimum wage of £6.50 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

TEAM UK AT WORLDSKILLS SÃO PAULO 2015

 Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House congratulates Team UK on its fantastic achievements at WorldSkills São Paulo 2015, including three gold, four silver and two bronze medals, 24 medallions of excellence and the UK's first-ever Albert Vidal Prize for the most points scored by any competitor in the competition; pays tribute to the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

POST OFFICE HORIZON COMPUTER SYSTEM

 Tabled by: Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes with concern that a number of postmasters have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, or have been prosecuted or imprisoned, solely on the basis of questionable data indicating cash shortfalls from the Post Office Horizon computer system introduced in 2000; further notes that the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

RELEASE OF SHAKER AAMER FROM GUANTANAMO

 Tabled by: Andrew Mitchell (Conservative - Sutton Coldfield)
That this House calls on the US administration to release Shaker Aamer from his imprisonment in Guantanamo Bay; notes that he has now been incarcerated for 13 years without charge; further notes that he has twice been cleared for release and transfer, under President Bush in 2007 and President Obama …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

USE OF CAGES TO REAR BIRDS FOR SHOOTING

 Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

MONUMENT TO RECOGNISE SIKH SACRIFICES IN WW1

 Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the sacrifices and bravery of Sikh soldiers in fighting for Britain during the First World War; notes that, although Sikhs made up only two per cent of the population of British India, they formed 20 per cent of the British Indian Army and that 130,000 Sikh …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
7th September 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015

APPLYING RESULTS OF EXPERIMENTS ON ANIMALS TO HUMAN PATIENTS

 Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House notes the science-based campaign, For Life On Earth, which is critical of avoidable experiments on animals; further notes the new initiative, Patients Campaigning For Cures, which opposes animal models on medical grounds; is alarmed that scientific studies reveal that the widespread claimed ability of animals to predict …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

PALLIATIVE CARE FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the findings of research conducted by the London School of Economics which demonstrated that many of the approximately 468,000 people who die each year in the UK needed palliative care during their illness, but did not receive it; notes that the report pointed out …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

ALLOWANCES FOR ASYLUM SEEKING CHILDREN

 Tabled by: John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House condemns the 30 per cent cut in the daily allowance of asylum seeking children from £7.50 to £5.20; notes that this cut goes against the High Court judgment of 9 April 2014 that the Government assessment omitted the cost of essential items such as nappies; deplores this …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 23
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

EXPANSION OF THE PARLIAMENTARY EDUCATION SERVICE

 Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House warmly welcomes the completion of the Parliamentary Education Centre and congratulates Mr Speaker and the House of Commons Commission following the official opening on 15 July 2015; notes that this state-of-the-art centre will increase Parliament's capacity for student visitors each year from 45,000 to 100,000; strongly believes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
16th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

CONTRIBUTION OF COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD WARS

 Tabled by: Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House warmly welcomes the We Won the War exhibition at Leicester's Race Equality Centre, which has been shortlisted for the final seven in the heritage category of the National Lottery Awards; notes that this ground-breaking exhibition highlights the story of the African, Caribbean and Asian contributions to the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
14th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

ARMS AND THE KURDS

 Tabled by: Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes that the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has a 650 mile border with the self-styled Islamic State and has lost over 1,200 Peshmerga soldiers, with 7,000 injuries since Isis attacked Kurdistan last August; believes that American and British airpower are vital to the continued defence of the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015

HAMPTON SCHOOL AND THE TEXTBOOK THE RWANDAN GENOCIDE

 Tabled by: Stephen Twigg (Labour (Co-op) - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House thanks and congratulates the boys of Hampton School for their work in writing a textbook resource focused on the 1994 Rwandan Genocide; notes that the boys were aware that only 20 per cent of history teachers in the UK teach the Rwandan Genocide to pupils, and embarked …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

THE MUNICIPALITY AND FIRE SERVICE OF YPRES

 Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to, thanks and congratulates the fire service personnel in Ypres, Belgium, who on the evening of Thursday 9 July 2015 played the Last Post at the Menin Gate for the 30,000th time; and notes that this act of remembrance and dedication by the fire brigade …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

STATISTICS ON DEATHS OF INCAPACITY BENEFIT AND EMPLOYMENT AND SUPPORT ALLOWANCE CLAIMANTS

 Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House notes that on 30 April 2015 the Information Commission took a decision that the Government must disclose the number of incapacity benefit and employment and support allowance claimants who have died since November 2011 until May 2014 within 35 calendar days; acknowledges the petition signed by over …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

TREATMENT OF YAZIDI WOMEN AND MINORITIES BY ISIL

 Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House remains extremely concerned about the treatment of minorities in Iraq and parts of Syria by ISIL (also known as Daesh), and in particular the persecution of Yazidi women, who have been brutally targeted since August 2014 and who continue to be held in ISIL captivity in large …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

SOCIAL SECURITY

 Tabled by: Baroness Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Waiting Days) (Amendment) Regulations 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1362), dated 9 June 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 June, be annulled.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 13
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

PET SAFE LABELLING

 Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House notes the recent survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners in the UK by More Than insurance, which showed that 78 per cent of British gardens contain plants that are toxic to cats and dogs; is concerned that 31 per cent of respondents did not realise that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015

LGBT PRIDE MONTH

 Tabled by: Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes LGBT Pride Celebration Month; understands that Pride Month raises awareness of discrimination and highlights the issues affecting the LGBT community; notes that this year's celebrations followed substantial progress on equalities legislation around the world, with couples in Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland recently, and now the …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE IN THE WORKPLACE

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House commends the Women's Tennis Association for introducing regular heat breaks for competitors at Wimbledon once the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius; is surprised that similar provisions are not also in place for male competitors; regrets that workers in the UK have no guaranteed legal safeguards from working …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

SEND MY FRIEND TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

 Tabled by: Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the importance of education around the world; notes that 58 million children around the world are unable to access their right to education; further recognises that over half of the children who do not go to school are girls; and welcomes the Send My Friend to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

DUTY EXEMPTION FOR SMALL-SCALE CIDER PRODUCERS

 Tabled by: David Warburton (Independent - Somerton and Frome)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of small-scale cider producers, which comprise some 80 per cent of Britain's individual cider makers, believing that they are integral to a great British tradition, supporting a lively pub culture and tourism sector; is concerned that small cider producers …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

REDUCTION OF THE TURTLE DOVE POPULATION

 Tabled by: Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House expresses concern over the slow rate at which action to tackle the turtle dove depopulation is being resolved; notes that the RSPB has claimed that extinction is a real possibility; supports the efforts of organisations such as Operation Turtle Dove in the research of depopulation; and further …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

WILD ANIMALS IN CIRCUSES

 Tabled by: Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that a ban on the use of wild animals in circuses was included in the manifestos of the Conservative, Labour and Green parties at the recent general election, showing the unified support across the House on this animal protection issue; recalls that 94 per cent of …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
24th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

RAIF BADAWI

 Tabled by: Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the unjust arrest and imprisonment of Raif Badawi in Saudi Arabia in May 2014 for championing free speech and freedom of expression; is concerned that he was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, 1,000 lashes, a fine of one million Saudi Riyal - over a quarter of …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015

ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DETENTION OF ANDARGACHEW TSIGE

 Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House is dismayed by the continued detention of UK national, and Ethiopian opposition activist, Andargachew Tsige, who was kidnapped from Yemen a year ago on 23 June and held since in solitary confinement in an undisclosed location in Ethiopia; notes with concern that Mr Tsige was sentenced to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2015

 Tabled by: Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2015 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; notes the terrible conditions that dogs face prior to being killed as they …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

CASE OF RAIF BADAWI IN SAUDI ARABIA

 Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is appalled that the sentence handed down last May against Saudi blogger and activist Raif Badawi, of flogging, to be administered very harshly in public, with 50 lashes scheduled once a week for 20 weeks, as well as 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of one million …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

A CHRISTIAN COLONY IN LAHORE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the unprovoked attack by a mob on a Christian colony in Lahore; and calls on the government of Pakistan to ensure that the perpetrators of violence are brought to justice, to punish those who incite mobs to attack Christian properties and to take measures to protect …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY PUBLIC HOUSES

 Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of British beer and community pubs, which support almost 900,000 jobs and contribute £22 billion to UK GDP; believes that well-run pubs are an important community meeting place and the best place to enjoy alcohol responsibly; notes that more …
148 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 22
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
9th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2015

REFUGEES CROSSING THE MEDITERRANEAN AND MARE NOSTRUM

 Tabled by: Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House urges the Prime Minister to recognise the fatal impact of the decision in 2014 to cancel Operation Mare Nostrum in October 2014, and the decision to replace it with the much more limited Operation Triton, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives of desperate refugees, exploited …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th June 2015

GEORGIA FLOODS

 Tabled by: Jonathan Djanogly (Conservative - Huntingdon)
That this House notes the recent floods in Tbilisi, Georgia, resulting in the tragic death of at least 19 people and the destruction of part of the city including the city zoo; and expresses the thoughts, sympathy and concern of the House to the citizens of Tbilisi in their time …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015

PUBLICATION OF ANIMAL EXPERIMENT RESULTS

 Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the requirement that all clinical trial results should be published; and calls on the Home Office to require and facilitate a similar arrangement for animal experiments, subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety, to enable researchers to avoid duplication and allow …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015

FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND ANIMAL EXPERIMENTS

 Tabled by: Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the progress made by the Home Office in the last Parliament to allow Freedom of Information requests for animal experiment project licences subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety; and supports the call on the Government by Cruelty Free International to …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

WAR GRAVE RECOGNITION HMT LANCASTRIA

 Tabled by: Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses its full and sincere support for those campaigners and family members whose loved ones died on 17 June 1940 when the troopship HMT Lancastria was sunk off the coast of France with the loss of an estimated 4,000 souls; further supports their efforts to have the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
1st June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

EVICTION OF PALESTINIAN BEDOUIN COMMUNITIES FROM ISRAELI-OCCUPIED WEST BANK

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with deep concern that, despite being a clear and egregious violation of the Fourth Geneva Convention, Israel advanced a 'relocation plan' that will see 7,000 Palestinian Bedouins and herders, 60 per cent of them children, who currently reside in 46 small residential areas, forcibly transferred and …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st June 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

DEATH SENTENCE ON FORMER PRESIDENT MORSI

 Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House condemns the unjust death sentence handed down to Former President of the Republic of Egypt, Mr Mohammad Morsi and to a number of his party members by an Egyptian court on 15 May 2015; believes this judgement is cruel and falls short of the principles of justice; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

TRADE IN MEDICAL RECORDS AND DAILY MAIL INVESTIGATION

 Tabled by: Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House views with the gravest of concerns the recent revelations by the Daily Mail's Investigation Unit of the trade in personal data, particularly health records; notes that the medical records of thousands of people, including details on sick and disabled individuals, are being secretly sold on for as …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015

THOMAS COOK AND CHRISTI AND BOBBY SHEPHERD

 Tabled by: Mary Creagh (Labour - Coventry East)
That this House expresses its deepest condolences to the parents of Christi and Bobby Shepherd, who died as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning on holiday in Corfu in 2006; notes that the actions of Thomas Cook since the children’s deaths have added to their parents’ grief; further notes that …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

WALKING TO SCHOOL

 Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises that walking to school can improve the physical and mental health of children, young people, parents and carers, and provides children and young people with a greater sense of independence and self-confidence; notes the success of Living Streets Walk to School Week 2015 and congratulates Living …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

PROTECTION OF ASIAN ELEPHANTS

 Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that Asian elephants are endangered and could become extinct; is concerned that wild elephants are threatened by capture from the wild, habitat loss and poaching for ivory; is further concerned that captured elephants are often subject to isolation, starvation, dehydration and then prolonged beatings and are …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st June 2015

SIKH SOLDIERS IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR

 Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War, when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, one hundred years ago Sikh …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st June 2015

CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned by the displacement of 1 million Iraqi Christians by an increase in terrorism that has destabilised the country and forced them to pay protection money, convert to Islam or face death; and calls on the Government to take steps to ensure that Christians are protected …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

EU REFERENDUM VOTING AGE

 Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Highgate)
That this House believes that 16 and 17 year olds should be allowed to vote in any upcoming referendum on the UK’s relationship with Europe; recognises that teenagers have a clear interest in whether or not we stay in the EU and that the future of the EU is vital …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st June 2015

CHRISTIANS IN EASTERN UKRAINE

 Tabled by: Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its support for Christians in Eastern Ukraine where up to 150 Evangelical Christian-Baptist Churches have come under pressure from aggression and war which has brought untold grief to Ukrainian Christians and their families; and calls on the Government to urge the governments of Ukraine and Russia …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
27th May 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Monday 1st June 2015

VOLUNTEERS WEEK 2015

 Tabled by: Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports plans to celebrate the 31st annual Volunteers Week from 1 to 7 June 2015; congratulates the national bodies for volunteering, Volunteer Scotland, National Council for Voluntary Organisations, Volunteer Now and Wales Council for Voluntary Action as they seek to support and develop volunteering across …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th March 2015

DISPOSAL OF WET WIPES AND OTHER MATERIALS

 Tabled by: Joan Ruddock (Labour - Lewisham, Deptford)
That this House is appalled to learn that the number of wet wipes found as part of the Marine Conservation Society's Beach Clean increased by 50 per cent in a year; understands that wet wipes do not break down like toilet tissue due to their tougher, sometimes plastic, fibres; further …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th March 2015

EXTENSION OF THE BADGER CULL

 Tabled by: Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House believes that commencing the next badger cull in June 2015 is completely misguided and that it will result in many badger cubs being killed when they do not have TB; and calls on the Government to abandon plans for the 2015 cull since this has been found …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2015

MEASURING THE COST OF LIVING

 Tabled by: Frank Doran (Labour - Aberdeen North)
That this House believes that the Retail Price Index (RPI) remains the most accurate measure of the rise in the cost of living faced by UK workers; notes that over many decades the majority of pay bargaining in the UK has traditionally taken the RPI as its main reference point …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
17th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2015

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT

 Tabled by: Ed Miliband (Labour - Doncaster North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 [SI, 2015, No. 102], dated 4 February 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 5 February 2015, be annulled
50 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th March 2015

FUNDING OF FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES

 Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House believes that further education colleges are central to improving the nation's skills; shares the concerns of those working and studying in further education regarding the recently announced 24 per cent cuts to non-apprenticeship adult education funding in England; recognises that this will have a devastating effect on …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th March 2015

HUDDERSFIELD LITERARY FESTIVAL

 Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House celebrates the commencement of the Huddersfield Literature Festival taking place from 5 to 15 March 2015; applauds the innovative and high profile events it holds to support and showcase new, emerging writers and performers since its inception in 2006; joins the Festival and others like it in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
6th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

DIAGNOSIS OF ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER

 Tabled by: Charles Hendry (Conservative - Wealden)
That this House notes the ten-fold increase over 10 years of labelling children with diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); further notes the guidance by NICE on the serious potential side effects of pharmaceutical drugs prescribed for this condition; affirms that there are serious concerns about the overuse of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
4th March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

SIKH SOLDIERS IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR

 Tabled by: Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, 100 years ago, Sikh troops …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

EPILEPSY IN THE UK

 Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that there are more than 500,000 people in the UK who are affected by epilepsy, an illness that can develop in anyone at any age and be difficult to diagnose, with treatment often taking years to successfuly be established; understands that currently only one in …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd March 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

PARDON FOR PEOPLE CONVICTED UNDER REPEALED ANTI-GAY LAWS

 Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House welcomes the recent pardon granted to Alan Turing for his conviction under anti-gay laws; recognises that a further 50,000 to 100,000 men were also convicted of offences under those laws during the 20th century; believes this is one of the UK's great historical injustices; notes with concern …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
25th February 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

EPILEPSY VOLUNTEERS

 Tabled by: Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the excellent work being done across the UK by groups like Epilepsy Action supporting the 600,000 people with epilepsy; recognises the outstanding efforts being made across the UK as a whole, but particularly in Northern Ireland, by volunteers who have helped raise the profile of the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
24th February 2015
Gordon Marsden signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th March 2015

DISABLED STUDENTS' ALLOWANCE

 Tabled by: George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes the importance of support for students with disabilities to enable them to access education; is concerned with the proposed changes to the disabled students' allowance (DSA) announced on 7 April 2014 and updated in regulations laid on 16 October 2014; believes that the Non-Medical Help (NMH) …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1