11th November 2025
John Grady signed this EDM on Thursday 13th November 2025
Future of the BBC
Tabled by:
Peter Prinsley (Labour - Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket)
That this House recognises the importance of the BBC in providing impartial and factual news coverage; supports the principle of an independent BBC free from the influence of Government; and urges renewed efforts to defend public service broadcasting in the face of current challenges and opposition.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th October 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 3rd November 2025
North to South for Poppyscotland walk by Wendy Sylvester
Tabled by:
Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat - Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire)
That this House commends Highland resident Wendy Sylvester on undertaking her North to South for Poppyscotland challenge, a 340-mile walk across Scotland in aid of the forces charity Poppyscotland; notes that the walk will begin at Cape Wrath lighthouse in late October 2025 and concludes at the Scottish border on …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2025)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th October 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th October 2025
International Credit Union Day
Tabled by:
Irene Campbell (Labour - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the vital role that credit unions play in promoting financial stability, financial inclusion, resilience of local communities and ethical banking across the UK; celebrates International Credit Union day, held annually on the third Thursday of October as an opportunity to raise the awareness of the positive …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
14th October 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th October 2025
University of Strathclyde, Scottish University of the Year
Tabled by:
Maureen Burke (Labour - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates Glasgow’s University of Strathclyde on being named Scottish University of the Year and Runner-up UK University of the Year 2026 by the Times; and further congratulates the University in being named UK University of the Year 2026 by the Daily Mail and pays tribute to the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th June 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th June 2025
Proposed withdrawal of Huntington’s Disease specialist services in Glasgow
Tabled by:
Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North)
That this House expresses concern over the proposal by Glasgow City Integration Joint Board to end funding for the Scottish Huntington’s Association, which would result in the loss of specialist Huntington’s Disease services across the city; recognises the complex and progressive nature of Huntington’s Disease and the essential role that …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jun 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2025
John Grady signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th June 2025
Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2025
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises June as Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month; celebrates the rich and diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Romany Gypsy, Irish Traveller, Roma, New Traveller, Showmen and Liveaboard Boater communities across the UK; acknowledges that since its launch in 2008, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd June 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th June 2025
University of Strathclyde recognised as a University of Sanctuary
Tabled by:
Maureen Burke (Labour - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the University of Strathclyde on being awarded University of Sanctuary status by City of Sanctuary UK, in recognition of its long-standing and wide-ranging commitment to supporting refugee and asylum seeker students, staff and academics; notes the university’s provision of dedicated scholarships, mentoring, mental health services and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th May 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025
Glasgow Open Justice Centre
Tabled by:
Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North)
That this House commends the Glasgow Open Justice Centre at the University of Glasgow School of Law for winning the Best Contribution by a Law School at the 2025 Law Works and Attorney General’s Student Pro Bono Awards; acknowledges the Centre's mission to empower communities and individuals to use the …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 19 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th May 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th May 2025
Emma Ritch Law Clinic
Tabled by:
Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North)
That this House commends the Emma Ritch Law Clinic at the University of Glasgow School of Law for being highly commended by the judges in the Best New Pro Bono Activity category at the 2025 Law Works and Attorney General’s Student Pro Bono Awards; recognises the Clinic's pioneering work as …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 19 May 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th March 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th April 2025
The Advisory Group’s Glasgow Banking Steering Committee
Tabled by:
Martin Rhodes (Labour - Glasgow North)
That this House commends the work of The Advisory Group’s Glasgow Banking Steering Committee in highlighting the significant challenges faced by communities in accessing essential banking services, including financial discrimination, restricted access to cash, and the dwindling number of free-to-use ATMs; recognises the dedication and tireless efforts of Committee Chairperson …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2025
John Grady signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 24th January 2025
40th anniversary of Glasgow Central Mosque
Tabled by:
John Grady (Labour - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the 40th anniversary of Glasgow's Central Mosque, the first purpose-built mosque in Scotland, which has provided an anchor for the Muslim community; notes that during this time Glasgow has seen changes socially, culturally, and politically, and Central Mosque has served to allow Muslims a …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th November 2024
John Grady signed this EDM on Friday 29th November 2024
Treating retail workers with kindness during the festive trading period
Tabled by:
Chris Kane (Labour - Stirling and Strathallan)
That this House welcomes the press and social media campaign from the Scottish Retail Consortium and Usdaw which is urging Scots to be kind, considerate and respectful to retail workers and fellow customers when shopping this Christmas; notes that the festive period can be an especially complex and challenging time …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
John Grady signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Glasgow’s 850th birthday
Tabled by:
Patricia Ferguson (Labour - Glasgow West)
That this House notes that Glasgow will celebrate the city’s 850th birthday in 2025; recognises that this is a significant milestone for the city which will mark the anniversary of Glasgow becoming a burgh; acknowledges the preparations that are underway to mark this special year and harness the opportunities it …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1