Jamie Reed's 34 Early Day Motions
26th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st November 2016

NORTHERN ROAD NETWORKS

Tabled by: Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House is concerned by the disparity between transport infrastructure in the South and North of England; notes the lack of connectivity between the North West and North East; acknowledges Transport for the North’s Spring 2016 Report entitled, The Northern Transport Strategy which recognised that the number, capacity, and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd November 2016

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
11th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd November 2016

SUPPORTING DEAFBLIND PEOPLE INTO WORK

Tabled by: Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Sense, Realising Aspirations for All; notes that there are over 100,000 working age people with dual sensory loss and complex needs in the UK, 80 per cent of whom are currently not in work and are unable to reach their full …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st November 2016

MOUNTAIN RESCUE

Tabled by: Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House acknowledges the outstanding efforts of Mountain Rescue in responding to the devastation caused by storm Desmond; commends the exceptional professionalism of the Mountain Rescue volunteers and the selfless bravery they demonstrate in helping those in need; notes that, during their numerous rescue missions during storm Desmond, Mountain …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
11th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 13th October 2016

NIVOLUMAB

Tabled by: John Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes that NICE has failed to approve the anti-cancer drug Nivolumab for use in England, whereas the drug is already being prescribed in Scotland; further notes that Nivolumab is known as the wonder drug by many clinicians due to its success; congratulates Terri Robson of Leyton and …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 13th October 2016

DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS AND ANONYMOUS ELECTORAL REGISTRATION

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House believes that current legislation for anonymous electoral registration disenfranchises a large proportion of domestic abuse survivors; commends the campaign by Women's Aid and Mehala Osborne to change the current legislation; notes that many domestic abuse survivors do not involve the police or courts in their own circumstances …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th September 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 13th October 2016

80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE JARROW MARCH

Tabled by: Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House commemorates with pride the 80th anniversary of the inspirational Jarrow Crusade; salutes the 200 jobless men who set off for London on 5 October 1936 to highlight the grim reality of life without work; commends the proud marchers who wanted Parliament to understand they were orderly, responsible …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th July 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 13th October 2016

COMMISSIONING THROUGH EVALUATION AND PATIENT ACCESS

Tabled by: Andrew Gwynne (Labour - Denton and Reddish)
That this House welcomes the work of NHS England's Commissioning through Evaluation programme in delivering life changing and potentially life-saving procedures to patients; notes with serious concern the plans to suspend patient access to procedures while NHS England conducts an assessment of data; is concerned about the lack of transparency …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th May 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016

BRITISH LECTURERS IN ITALY

Tabled by: Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes that a number of cases brought before the Brescia Court of Appeal in Italy by British lecturers working in that country have been extinguished through Italy's Gelmini law; understands that these cases relate to the non-fulfilment of employment contracts; recognises that the Gelmini law provides for …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016

STATUS OF BRITISH CITIZENS RESIDENT IN THE EU AND EU CITIZENS RESIDENT IN THE UK

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises that there is anxiety amongst EU citizens currently residing in the UK and British citizens residing in the EU about their own and their families' situation following the result of the EU referendum; notes that the rights of EU citizens living in the UK and British …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th July 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016

OFFICE OF ELECTORAL INTEGRITY

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes the petition on the change.org website, entitled Restore truthful politics - create an independent office to monitor political campaigns; notes that this petition has gained more than 160,000 signatures since it was launched following the EU referendum; agrees that misleading claims put forward during the referendum …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
24th May 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2016

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY

Tabled by: Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 was the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made provision …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2016

EU-CANADA COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC AND TRADE AGREEMENT

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary and public debate around the EU-Canada trade agreement CETA, most especially that CETA may be provisionally implemented before a debate in the House; recognises that it has still not been confirmed whether CETA is a mixed or sole competence agreement, …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd May 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016

FIXED-ODDS BETTING TERMINALS

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been a widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the Gambling Act was passed in 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016

LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the 2015-16 parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 28
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th May 2016

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House commends the dedicated work of NHS staff across the country; recognises the importance of celebrating the caring and professional work undertaken by nurses on International Nurses Day on 12 May 2016; notes with pride the exceptional quality of award-winning nurses in Cumbria, including Queen's Nurses Salli Pilcher, …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
21st March 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th 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
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016

BAN ON MICROBEADS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the biological and toxicological harm caused by microbeads, tiny plastic particles used as exfoliating agents in a variety of cosmetic products such as scrubs, soaps and toothpaste; further notes that in the US a ban on microbeads in cosmetic and personal care products will …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 29
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 11th March 2016

BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH (No. 2)

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House commends the invaluable work undertaken by Brain Tumour Research; recognises the importance of research into the disease that kills more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer; encourages everyone to support Wear a Hat Day on 24 March 2016; and extends its sincerest thanks to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
8th February 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Friday 11th March 2016

BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an increase in the percentage of national spend on research into cancer to be spent on research for better diagnosis and treatment of brain tumours; expresses concern that brain tumours received 1.5 per cent, £7.7 million, of the £498 million national spend on research into …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016

UK ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House believes that Saudi Arabia is ruled by one of the most repressive regimes in the world which does not allow freedom of expression or association; notes with concern the systematic human rights abuses that occur within Saudi Arabia, including the extensive use of the death penalty, the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016

GROUP B STREPTOCOCCUS AWARENESS

Tabled by: Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports the launch of the Why guess when you can test? campaign; hopes that this will raise much needed awareness of how to prevent an infection recognised to be the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies; recognises that group B Streptococcus (GBS) causes septicaemia, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 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
28th January 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th January 2016

RENEWAL OF TRIDENT

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House supports the renewal of Trident; recognises the UK's international obligations as a nuclear power within NATO; further recognises that maintaining nuclear capabilities while potentially dangerous nations have or are developing their own nuclear capabilities with the potential to do damage to the UK and UK citizens is …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th December 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016

CHRISTIANS AGAINST POVERTY REPORT ON PREPAYMENT METERS

Tabled by: Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House welcomes the new report, The Poor Pay More, published by Christians Against Poverty, a charity which helps thousands of people each year struggling with unmanageable debt; acknowledges the report's conclusion that people using pre-payment meters (PPMs), which are used by 39 per cent of CAP's clients, are …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th January 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016

COMMEMORATING HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2016

Tabled by: Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2016 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 2016 …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2016
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th January 2016

SUPPORT FOR CUMBRIA FLOOD EFFORTS

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House extends its sincerest thanks to everyone who volunteered and provided donations to support the people of Cumbria in response to the Storm Desmond flooding; notes the selfless efforts and community spirit demonstrated by many organisations, charities and businesses, including Keswick Flood Action Group, Majlis Khuddam ul-­Ahmadiyya, the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th December 2015

RESPONSE TO FLOODING IN CUMBRIA

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House pays tribute to the emergency services that responded to the recent floods in Cumbria; praises the hard work and commitment of those that worked tirelessly to ensure that people were evacuated safely; commends the community spirit and resilience of those affected by flooding; notes that shops and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
5th November 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015

LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the last parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 30
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st October 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015

ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCHEME FOR PARK HOME RESIDENTS

Tabled by: Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House notes that there are an estimated 100,000 older people living in park homes across England and Wales, with many of them on low fixed incomes; further notes that park homes can be less energy efficient than other types of homes, especially older park homes; believes that current …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 10
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th October 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015

JUNIOR DOCTORS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises that junior doctors are dedicated professionals who are the backbone of the NHS, providing the best quality care for their patients; believes it is essential to ensure a contract that is safe for patients, junior doctors and the NHS; supports the view of the BMA's Junior …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th October 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 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
14th September 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015

MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean it is still the case that the particulars to be registered for marriage include details of the fathers and not the mothers of the bride and groom; believes our law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that marriage is …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Jamie Reed signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015

REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013 (Transitional Provisions) Order 2015 (S.I., 2015, No. 1520), dated 15 July 2015, a copy of which was laid before this House on 16 July, be annulled
131 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1