28th October 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
360th anniversary of the Royal Marines
Tabled by:
Luke Myer (Labour - Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland)
That this House congratulates the Corps of Royal Marines on the 360th anniversary since its formation on 28 October 1664; recognises its continued vital operations as an elite amphibious fighting force; thanks all Royal Marines officers, commandos and reservists who have risked their lives to defend our values; and pays …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th October 2024
75th anniversary of NATO
Tabled by:
Luke Myer (Labour - Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland)
That this House marks the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (in 1949; recognises NATO as the cornerstone of global security and of the collective defence of democracy, liberty and the rule of law; reaffirms its unshakeable commitment to the alliance in an increasingly volatile world; and calls on …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2024
Celebrating the life of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep sadness the passing of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert MBE BEM at the age of 100; acknowledges her extraordinary life of resilience, courage, and dedication to Holocaust education and remembrance; recognises that with the passing of each Holocaust survivor, it feels as though another thread …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Green Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
8th October 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th October 2024
NHS Parliamentary Awards
Tabled by:
Peter Prinsley (Labour - Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket)
That this House welcomes the holding of the 2024 NHS Parliamentary Awards in Westminster on the 14 October 2024; further acknowledges that the Awards were founded to celebrate the NHS’ 70th birthday in 2018 and are now a welcome feature of the Westminster calendar, enabling Parliament to recognise the outstanding …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
Gibraltar National Day
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House joins the people of Gibraltar as they celebrate their National Day on 10 September 2024, commemorating the 1967 referendum in which more than 99 per cent. of Gibraltarians voted to reject annexation by Spain and remain a territory of the British Crown; notes the rich, diverse and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th September 2024
Polio vaccine pioneer Jonas Salk
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that October 2024 marks 110 years since Jonas Salk was born, an American Jewish virologist who was credited in 1955 for helping develop one of the first vaccines that helped drastically reduce instances of polio across much of the developed world; recognises he was widely praised …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
4th September 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
Scottish athletes at the Paris Olympic Games
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the outstanding achievements of the 34 Scottish athletes at the Paris Olympic Games; celebrates the 13 medals won by Scottish athletes including gold medallists Scott Brash, Duncan Scott and Sholto Carnegie, silver medallists Jack Carlin, Neah Evans and Josh Kerr and bronze medallists Rowan McKellar, Beth …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd September 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
Bullying in parish and town councils
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House believes that local parish and town councils play a vital role in our democracy and are central to community life in many parts of our country; expresses its concern that in some councils there are significant issues of bullying, with poor behaviour from councillors towards their fellow …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Green Party: 3
Conservative: 1
10th September 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024
50th anniversary of the Federation of Small Businesses
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House congratulates the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), formerly known as the National Federation of Self Employed (NFSE) on its 50th birthday; remembers that in 1974, one small business owner, Captain Norman Small, wrote to the press to begin a small business movement; recalls that Small invited small …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Green Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th July 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024
Rifles Regiment in the South West
Tabled by:
Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat - Torbay)
That this House commends the selflessness and bravery of the Rifles Regiment; notes the integral part that it plays in defending the realm by undertaking deployments in Cyprus and Estonia, thereby providing important reassurance in relation to the Middle East and the northern flank of NATO, and by training the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024
State pension age and 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes with concern the losses borne by 1950s women as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions; welcomes the findings of the independent inquiry of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; further notes that on average over 100 1950s born women die daily, …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 66
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th July 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd September 2024
RNLI lifeguard Callum McDonald
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House celebrates and pays its sincere gratitude to Callum McDonald, an RNLI lifeguard from Dundee; recognises his heroic effort which saved two young children from drowning in Farr Bay; appreciates the grave risks he exposed himself to in doing so; and echos the calls of the RNLI for …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024
200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Tabled by:
Helena Dollimore (Labour (Co-op) - Hastings and Rye)
That this House congratulates the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) on its 200th anniversary of saving lives at sea; thanks all crew members who have risked their lives to save over 140,000 lives at sea; and pays tribute to all volunteers past and present who support this vital work.
54 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th May 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st May 2024
30th anniversary of the Maritime Volunteer Service
Tabled by:
Kelly Tolhurst (Conservative - Rochester and Strood)
That this House notes the 30th anniversary of the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS); commends the important national role that the charity plays in ensuring that all aspect of maritime skills remain available to future generations and highlights the importance of the MVS in supporting community resilience; expresses gratitude for the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st March 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (Former RAF Scampton) (Accommodation for Asylum-Seekers etc.) Special Development Order 2024 (S.I., 2024, No. 412), dated 20 March 2024, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 March 2024, be annulled.
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 22
Labour: 9
5th February 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 19th February 2024
Barry John, 1945 to 2024
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House mourns the sad passing of the great Welsh rugby union outside half Barry John, born and raised in the Gwendraeth Valley village of Cefneithin in Carmarthenshire; notes that Mr John played his club rugby with Llanelli and Cardiff, was capped for Wales for the first time in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 19th February 2024
200th anniversary of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), formed on 4 March 1824; recognises that as a charity, the RNLI has throughout its history worked in the most challenging situations to protect lives at sea; notes that the RNLI operates 238 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
1st February 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 19th February 2024
Persecution of Christians
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes reports of continuing and increasing instances of intimidation, persecution and murder of Christians in many countries across the world; and expresses the demand that the UK takes the lead in highlighting these cases, continuing to raise with the relevant nation states and international bodies the need …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th February 2024
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th February 2024
Pension restitution for women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have suffered pensions loss through the targeting of their pension rights; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
11th January 2024
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2024
Holocaust Memorial Day
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2024 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day on the anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and death camp Auschwitz-Birkenau; further notes that the UK will come together to remember the 6 million Jewish men, women and children who were …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
13th December 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2023
Girlguiding UK and the British Overseas Territories and military bases
Tabled by:
Judith Cummins (Labour - Bradford South)
That this House expresses its concern and disappointment in Girlguiding UK’s withdrawal of support in the British Overseas Territories and on military bases and the closure and sale of all their outdoor activity centres in the UK; notes this will have a detrimental impact on young women and communities within …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
13th December 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2023
Imprisonment of Jimmy Lai
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep concern the forthcoming trial of Mr Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, founder and proprietor of the Apple Daily newspaper, under the National Security Law in Hong Kong; expresses alarm at the prospect that he will not receive a fair trial, and has been denied …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th December 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023
The work of people across the Parliamentary Estate
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House recognises the essential contribution of all staff across the Parliamentary Estate, including, but not limited to, cleaners, caterers, chefs, kitchen stewards, baristas, doorkeepers, clerks, library support specialists, tour guides, police and firefighters, as well as those in Parliamentary offices and Departments, such as the Speaker’s office, the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
27th November 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th November 2023
Dogs
Tabled by:
Christopher Chope (Conservative - Christchurch)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Dangerous Dogs (Designated Types) (England and Wales) Order 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 1164), dated 31 October 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 31 October 2023, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th June 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th June 2023
Coeliac disease
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises that coeliac disease is a serious autoimmune disease affecting 1 in 100 people; expresses concern that almost two-thirds of people with the condition, equating to almost half a million people in the UK, remain undiagnosed, running the risk of long term complications including neurological conditions, osteoporosis …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th June 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th June 2023
Honouring Laura Nuttall
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House recognises the life of Laura Nuttall; commends her positivity and hope she showed since her diagnosis with a glioblastoma in 2018; acknowledges that more needs to be done to raise awareness of the unmet need for brain tumours and accelerate the development of new treatment options and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th May 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 1st May 2023
90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Council for At-Risk Academics (Cara), a charity founded – as the Academic Assistance Council – at the The Royal Society on 22 May 1933 by leading academics and scientists in the UK to rescue their counterparts in Nazi Germany who were …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 3rd March 2023
The Loan Charge
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House is concerned that suicides have been linked to the Loan Charge and that despite the Morse Review, thousands face unaffordable demands, with the risk of further suicides; notes that most people facing action were mis-sold schemes and that HMRC are demanding scheme users repay disputed tax; further …
118 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 32
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th February 2023
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd February 2023
Ashton Wilson’s charity sleep-out for homeless veterans
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Ashton Wilson on embarking on a 100 night sleep-out to support homeless veterans; commends his consistent effort over three years to raise funds for the Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) who support and rehabilitate homeless veterans; recognises the struggles of veterans adapting to civilian life, and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th December 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2022
80th anniversary of acknowledgement of Holocaust in the House of Commons
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that Saturday 17 December marks the 80th anniversary of the Government first publicly acknowledging the Holocaust in the House of Commons chamber; recalls that then Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Mr Anthony Eden MP, during a statement to the House regarding a joint declaration from …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2022
Inverness Maritime and Coastguard Search and Rescue: Award
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness-based Maritime and Coastguard Search and Rescue crew on recently being awarded the 2022 Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award; notes that this award is given to an individual member of a helicopter crew, a complete crew or the crews of multiple helicopters, for an act of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th November 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2022
Lisa Halley, Guide Dogs Outstanding Person of the Year
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Lisa Halley from Dundee on her award of Outstanding Person of the Year at the Guide Dogs People Awards 2022; notes that Lisa received this award for her brilliant work to graduate with a degree in psychology from Abertay University in 2020; recognises that she was …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
29th November 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2022
Maid of the Loch and the National Historic Ships UK Annual Awards
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Maid of the Loch restoration crew on being awarded Group Winner of the Marsh Volunteer Award for Historic Vessel Conservation 2022 at the National Historic Ships UK Annual Awards; believes that this award is a welcome and timely recognition for the valuable and dedicated work …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th December 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 9th December 2022
Special Tribunal on Russian Aggression in Ukraine
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this house seeks justice and accountability for atrocities committed by Russian troops during their invasion of Ukraine, as well as for the crime of the war itself; recognises that the decision by the Russian Federation to launch attacks on Ukraine poses a grave challenge to the post-1945 international order; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th December 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th December 2022
Dr Andrew Lownie FRHistS and the Mountbatten Diaries
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House welcomes the fact that three days after Early Day Motion 338 on the Mountbatten Diaries was published in July 2021, almost all of the material withheld from public access began to be disclosed online; notes that this was the direct result of a six-year campaign by the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
23rd November 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Intimidation at community, parish and town councils
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House expresses its support and appreciation for local community, parish and town councils which are the first tier of local government in England and Wales and play a vital role in our communities; notes with concern that whilst the vast majority of local councils are well run, there …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd September 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2022
21st anniversary of the arrest and disappearance of Aster Fissehatsion
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House acknowledges the 21st anniversary, on 18th September, of the arrest and disappearance in Eritrea of Aster Fissehatsion and ten other prisoners of conscience who had written an open letter to the President calling for democratic reforms and the peaceful rule of law; also notes the arrest and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd May 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2022
Christian woman stoned in Sokoto, northern Nigeria
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the horrific stoning of Deborah Yakubu, a young Christian woman in Sokoto, Northern Nigeria; further notes that the stoning took place after Ms Yakubu had expressed concern that a student What's App Group was being used inappropriately and she was subsequently accused of blasphemy; highlights that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
16th May 2022
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2022
Dame Deborah James
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House congratulates Dame Deborah James on her richly deserved Damehood; recognises her phenomenal fundraising efforts through the BowelBabe Fund for Cancer Research UK; thanks her, Lauren Mahon, the late Rachael Bland and Steve Bland for raising awareness and talking openly about cancer in the podcast You, Me & …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 24th November 2021
Conduct of councillors towards town and parish council clerks
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House notes with deep concern convincing evidence collected by the Association of Local Council Clerks showing that, far from being untypical, the toxic behaviour by Parish Councillors in Cheshire exposed online in December 2020, is endemic in a significant minority of Town and Parish Councils; deplores the departure …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
15th November 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th November 2021
The 40th anniversary of the Penlee lifeboat disaster
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House commemorates the Penlee Lifeboat disaster 40 years ago on 19 December 1981; honours the bravery of the eight man crew of the Solomon Browne who in severe conditions went to sea to rescue eight people on board the stricken coaster The Union Star; remembers the tragedy of …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th September 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 13th September 2021
Communication of changes to the state pension age for 1950s-born women
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour (Co-op) - Gorton and Denton)
That this House notes the recent findings of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman's report entitled Women's State Pension Age: our findings on the Department for Work and Pensions' communication of changes; urges the Government to recognise the negative effects of successive DWP maladministration; calls for compensation for 1950s-born women; …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th May 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 6th September 2021
Giving every child the best start in life
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the work of WAVE Trust and its 70/30 campaign to reduce levels of child abuse, neglect and domestic abuse by 70 per cent by 2030; further notes that over two-thirds of this House have endorsed that campaign, including a majority from all parties; recognises the role …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
19th July 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 19th July 2021
Mountbatten diaries
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House notes with concern that the personal diaries of Lord and Lady Mountbatten were purchased from the family's Broadlands Archive Trust, a decade ago, by Southampton University with a substantial sum of public money including almost £2 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund; that, until the sale to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
30th June 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 5th July 2021
Sarcoma UK and Sarcoma Awareness Month 2021
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Sarcoma Awareness Month from 1 to 31 July,and its importance in spreading awareness of Sarcoma as an uncommon and fast-spreading cancer; acknowledges the necessity of early, fast and accurate diagnosis for the 5,300 people diagnosed with the disease annually in the UK; recognises the hard work …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
25th May 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th June 2021
Music for Dementia
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the wonderful work carried out by Music for Dementia with the rising number of dementia patients; highlights that there are approximately 885,000 people with dementia in the UK and that by 2040 it is predicted that this figure will almost double to 1.6 million; highlights that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th May 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th June 2021
80th anniversary of the sinking of HMS Hood
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the 80th anniversary of the sinking of HMS Hood which occurred on 24 May 1941; recognises that only three of her 1,418-strong crew survived the battle in the Denmark Strait; acknowledges that HMS Hood was constructed at John Brown and Company shipyards in Clydebank and launched …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th May 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th June 2021
100th birthday of the Royal British Legion
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 100th birthday of the Royal British Legion established on 15 May 1921; recognises that the purpose in bringing together four national organisations of ex-servicemen was to care for people who had suffered as a result of service in the armed forces during the war; highlights …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
5th March 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th April 2021
Accelerating human relevant life sciences in the UK
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House acknowledges that many of the major diseases of our time remain poorly understood and lack adequate treatments; notes the economic, business and public health benefits of developing New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) that have the potential to reduce drug development failures and save costs and time; recognises that …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 31
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th March 2021
Political and security situation in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Stepney)
That this House condemns the military coup in Myanmar (Burma); demands the immediate release of all political prisoners; extends solidarity to fellow Members of Parliament who have been denied the right to exercise their democratically elected mandate; welcomes the establishment by Parliamentarians of representative committees from national, regional and state …
104 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd March 2021
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 who loyally served this country from 1857 until 1997; it acknowledges that these men and their ancestors greatly served UK commitments in South East Asia, stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Britain throughout two world wars, serving …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th December 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2020
Service Medal for British Nuclear Test Veterans 2
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House reiterates its support for a service medal for British nuclear test veterans; notes that the UK is the only country involved in nuclear tests which has not recognised the contribution of nuclear test veterans; and expresses disappointment at the Advisory Military Sub Committee's recommendation to the Committee on …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd December 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th December 2020
The Nord Stream 2 Pipeline
Tabled by:
Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House recognises the threats the completion of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline would pose to NATO; understands that the security and stability of the United Kingdom’s allies on NATO’s Eastern flank would be threatened by the project, as it would greatly alter the geopolitics of the region; expresses …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Falkland Islands mine-free declaration
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the Falkland Islands will officially be declared mine-free on November 14 2020, fulfilling the UK's commitment of its clearance obligation under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention; notes that with this declaration the entire UK and her Overseas Territories will be mine-free; pays tribute to the members …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd November 2020
11 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
19th October 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st October 2020
Jonathan Rea sixth straight World Superbike crown
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Jonathan Rea on his sixth straight World Superbike crown in Portugal; highlights what many are calling his long-standing dominance of the championship; notes that he is tantalisingly close to further rewriting the record books by achieving an incredible, ground-breaking 100th race win to further cement his …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
16th October 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st October 2020
North Berwick RNLI volunteer given British Empire Medal
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House congratulates North Berwick RNLI volunteer Stewart Auld for over 50 years of service and his recent British Empire Medal award; notes Stewart has been recognised for his many years of commitment and dedication to his local RNLI through the North Berwick Lifeboat Station; recognises his commitment to …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
23rd September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 28th September 2020
Maira Shahbaz and child abduction, forced conversion and marriage in Pakistan
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House notes with grave concern reports from Pakistan on Maira Shahbaz, a 14-year-old Christian girl who was abducted at gunpoint from the streets of Madina Town in Faisalabad by three men, forced to convert to Islam and then marry one of her abductors, Mr. Nakash; is further concerned …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
9th September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2020
Hebburn Town FC
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House warmly congratulates Hebburn Town Football Club from the Northern League on the outstanding achievement of reaching the final of the FA Vase which is to be held at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 27 September 2020; notes that this success is the culmination of many years of hard …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2020
Protection of retail workers
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the need to protect our retail workers; further recognises that retail workers are too often subjected to abuse, threat and assault; acknowledges the difficulties of hardworking retail employees such as residents in the constituency of Harlow, who have faced this behaviour; notes that retail workers have …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Merchant Navy Day 2020
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises Merchant Navy Day 2020; honours the men and women who support UK supply lines, responsible for more than 90% of the UK’s imports, including almost half the food we eat, much of the fuel we use, and virtually all the products and goods we tend to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Protecting and valuing whistleblowers
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that the Public Interest Disclosure Act (1998) does not provide a sufficient degree of protection for employees who ‘whistleblow‘ or raise concerns with their employers, whether in public service or private business, when they identify a risk to personal safety, the environment or of fraud, particularly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2020
Liz MacMillan's face masks for the community
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House thanks all those who gave their time and energy to make protective face masks for their community during the ongoing pandemic; highlights that Liz MacMillan of Kiltarlity made over 600 face masks to give away to neighbours; and finally, thanks Liz, and the many others, for their …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2020
Remembering veteran Jack Connor
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that August 2020 marks 75 years since the end of World War II and VJ Day; understands that many people from Rutherglen and Hamilton West served during the final phase of the war against Japan, including Ruglonian Jack Connor who served as a gunner in the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Rescue on Gwynedd beach
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House welcomes the recovery and safe return home of Rian Lewis Bradburn and six others who were rescued from rip currents in Aberdyfi, Gwynedd beach; commends RNLI volunteers Arwel Jones, Drew Nickless and Alun Edwards for their quick response in safely returning the swimmers back to the beach; …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Points of Light Award for South Lanarkshire’s Mr T
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises that Tuoyo Ayiku, known affectionately as South Lanarkshire’s Mr T, has been nominated by the Prime Minister for a Points of Light Award; notes that Mr T currently runs the Heart in the Community Café, based in Cambuslang, and Heart of Africa UK charity, based in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Remembering Denny Oliver
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of Mr Denny Oliver who sadly passed away at home on 11 July 2020 at the age of 68; acknowledges the huge contribution that he made to the Glasgow music scene as guitarist and vocalist of Glasgow band Scheme; notes that he …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
50 years since the deaths of Samuel Donaldson and Roy Millar
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with deep sadness the murder of RUC Constables Samuel Donaldson and Roy Millar following a car bomb in South Armagh on 11 August 1970 as the first of many evil murders during the Provisional IRA Terrorist Campaign; extends heartfelt and sincere sympathy to their families who …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Roadchef Employee Benefit Trust
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House deplores the failure to date of HMRC to propose a resolution to the dispute with the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust; notes that Honourable Members and Ministers have been informed by HMRC that they are seeking a resolution but regrets HMRC’s considerable delay in proposing a resolution, further …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
1st September 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Anniversary of the murder of Lord Mountbattan and Warrenpoint Massacre
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with great sadness the murder of Lord Mountbatten, his grandson Nicholas, Lady Doreen Brabourne and local 15 year old Paul Maxwell and further the slaughter of 18 British Army Soldiers at an ambush at Warrenpoint on 27th of August 1979; extends our sincere sympathy to her …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
8th July 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th July 2020
25th anniversary of Srebrenica genocide
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that from 5 to 12 July 2020 the UK will mark the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide where over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were murdered in and around Srebrenica by Bosnian Serb forces with a number of activities being held across the country; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st July 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd July 2020
National Museum of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic History and Culture
Tabled by:
Oliver Heald (Conservative - North East Hertfordshire)
That this House recognises the important role played by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington DC since it opened its doors to the public on 24 September 2016, documenting and enabling the study of the life, history and culture of African Americans; notes that …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
30th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd July 2020
25th anniversary of the passing of Gordon Wilson
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 25th anniversary of the passing of Gordon Wilson who was a tremendous advocate for peace during the Troubles; notes that he won the BBC Today programme's man of the year due to his determination to see good brought out of evil and to forgive those …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
29th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th June 2020
Asda Straiton food donations
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends Asda Straiton for its work in donating 2,878 meals to local good causes supporting people during the ongoing covid-19 outbreak; understands that through Asda’s partnership with FareShare, Asda stores across the UK have been donating food directly to charities and community groups through its back of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th June 2020
East Lothian teachers and personal protection equipment for key workers
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That the House recognises the assiduous efforts of Craft, Design and Technology teachers across East Lothian working together to create thousands of pieces of personal protection equipment in the form of visors, scrubs and masks; notes the initiative on behalf of teachers come from Haddington Knox Academy, North Berwick High …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th June 2020
Pipers tribute to heroes of WWII
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the ceremonies that took place across Scotland and and in other countries on 12 June 2020 to honour the Scottish soldiers of the battle of Valéry-en-Caux 80 years on; notes that the battle took place in June 1940 when 10,000 mostly Scottish Soldiers were captured after …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2020
Raise cyber safety awareness
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes the significant investment made in the National Cyber Security Centre to protect the UK from cyber-attacks; recognises the Government’s attempts to help small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK improve their digital security through the National Cyber Security Strategy; and calls for increased promotion of the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
22nd June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Death of Dame Vera Lynn
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Dame Vera Lynn; extends sincere sympathy to the family of the forces sweetheart; and encourages people to remember Dame Vera's poignant song, We’ll meet again, and its message of duty, honour, encouragement and an absolute belief in the UK.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd June 2020
The use of disposable barbecues in public places
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes with concern the recent fires in Wareham Forest and Castle Hill that are alleged to have been caused by disposable barbecues; recognises that many people enjoying the countryside and good weather use disposable barbecues responsibly; acknowledges that a small minority do not use them responsibly; notes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Role of housing-with-care settings
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises the important role which housing-with-care settings such as extra care and retirement villages play in the social care system and the particular contribution those settings have made to protecting the health and well-being of their residents during the coronavirus crisis and towards reducing strain on the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
16th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th June 2020
Baha’i community in Iran
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes reports of the arrest of 71 members of the Baha’i community in Iran and that 29 of those members have now been imprisoned; further notes concerns have been expressed by UN experts about the heightened risk to health from the covid-19 virus to those in Iranian …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
16th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2020
China's new National Security Law for Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with surprise and concern the decision by HSBC Bank Plc and Standard Chartered Plc to support China’s proposals for a new National Security Law in Hong Kong; recognises that financial institutions, particularly those enjoying the benefits and protections of being based in the UK, have a …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2020
Animal welfare during the covid-19
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House acknowledges the excellent work of all animal welfare organisations during covid-19; notes that Cats Protection, along with other animal welfare organisations, is responding to a high number of inquiries including questions related to pets and covid-19; supports the actions taken by these organisations to provide advice and …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Alliance: 1
15th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2020
Shukri Abdi
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks with deepest sadness the death of 12-year-old Shukri Abdi; notes that Shukri came to the UK in 2017 with her mother and four siblings after they fled conflict in Somalia; demands for justice for the family of Shukri Abdi; and calls on the Government to undertake …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020
Bombardier Redundancies and Aerospace Sector
Tabled by:
Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East)
That this House notes with regret the announcement of 400 full time redundancies at Bombardier, Belfast and additional risk to 200 agency staff; acknowledges the severe impact covid-19 has had and will continue to have on the economy generally and the aerospace and aviation sector in particular; notes that the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020
Judge-led public inquiry into the Horizon scandal
Tabled by:
Lord Beamish (Labour - North Durham)
That this House recognises the life-changing injustices experienced by subpostmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; notes with the deepest sadness that subpostmasters have served custodial sentences and suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not commit; recognises the role of the Government in prolonging this crisis through not fulfilling their role of …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 63
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2020
80th anniversary of 51st Highland Division at St Valery
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers the capture of 10,000 men of the 51st Highland Division taken prisoner near St Valery en Caux near Le Havre, 6 days after the Dunkirk evacuations after being attached to French defence forces, facing the onslaught of the invading Germans; remembers those that tragically lost their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th June 2020
World milk day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that World Milk Day falls on the week beginning 8 June 2020; highlights the many nutritional benefits of this natural, wholesome product which is essential for every stage of life; encourages more people to raise a glass of milk for world milk day; and gives full …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Saturday 6th June 2020
Belly Mujinga
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House stands in solidarity with the friends, family and community of Belly Mujinga, a key worker at London Victoria station who tragically died after contracting covid-19; notes that a number of transport workers on the frontline have contracted covid-19 and some have consequently died; calls on the Government …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Saturday 6th June 2020
Support for local and regional newspapers during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House calls on the Government to extend the business rates holiday to local and regional newspapers in the UK; notes that business rates relief has been extended to the news media sector in Scotland by the Scottish Government; recognises that the media industry is under severe financial pressure …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Saturday 6th June 2020
Continued detention of Bahai in Yemen
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that over two months have passed since the President of the Houthi Supreme Political Council in Yemen ordered the release of six Baha’is, who have been in long term detention in Sana’a; further notes that this includes Mr Hamed bin Haydara who was under sentence of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
21st April 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020
Support for small limited companies
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the Chancellor’s job retention schemes to help the employed and the self-employed during the covid-19 outbreak; in addition acknowledges that thousands of people working in a creative freelance capacity are excluded from those schemes; notes that directors of small limited companies that are often comprised of …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th March 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 23rd March 2020
Fair tax and employee share ownership
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House supports employee share ownership and believes that such schemes reward loyalty and hard work by giving employees a real stake in their company with tax breaks; commends the Social Market Foundation's report entitled Strengthening Employee Ownership in the UK; notes that the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust, the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2020
41 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
3rd March 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th March 2020
70th anniversary of the Llandow Air Disaster
Tabled by:
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour - Torfaen)
That this House notes that 12 March 2020 marks the 70th anniversary of the Llandow Air Disaster in Wales; further notes that the flight concerned was for rugby union fans returning home from the Five Nations game between Ireland and Wales; commends efforts, including a service being held by Cwmbran …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
11th March 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th March 2020
War widows pensions
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House honours and recognises the sacrifices that our veterans and their families make; notes the particular sacrifices that the partners of veterans make and the consequences for them of tragically losing a spouse or partner serving in the armed forces; notes the changes announced in 2014 which allowed …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 5th March 2020
CCTV in care homes
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House recognises that people living in residential care homes represent some of the most vulnerable members of society most of whom have made commendable contributions to society over the course of their working and social lives; welcomes the Government’s ongoing review of social care policy; notes that there …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Death of Harry Gregg
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with great sadness the passing of Northern Ireland and Manchester United Legend Harry Gregg; highlights the bravery of Mr Gregg who, at the Munich air disaster, ran into fire to save team mates and women and children; further highlights the wonderful sportsman he was and wonderful …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th February 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Darus Salaam Mosque, Southall
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes the opening of the new Darus Salaam Mosque in Ealing Southall; congratulates the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Ealing Southall and the UK for their work in bringing this new place of worship to the community; notes the contribution of the Ahmadiyya Community to the UK; and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Freedom of religious belief in Iran
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the increasing importance of defence of freedom of religion of belief in UK foreign policy; further notes the arrest of 24 members of the Baha'i faith in Iran in October and November 2019; and calls on the Government to press Iranian authorities to cease its targeting …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Assaults on shopworkers
Tabled by:
Gareth Thomas (Labour (Co-op) - Harrow West)
That this House deplores the rise in verbal and physical abuse of shopworkers, notes that according to research conducted by USDAW, over 400 retail workers were assaulted each day last year and that 62 per cent of retail staff have been the victim of either verbal or physical abuse; further …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Holocaust Memorial Day 2020
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2020 the UK will observe the 15th International Holocaust Remembrance Day since its adoption by the United Nations General Assembly; further notes that International Holocaust Remembrance Day takes place on 27 January to mark the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, which …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2020
Max Freedman's service to parliamentary staff
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises Max Freedman's commitment over 10 years as the chair of the Parliamentary staff UNITE trade union branch representing staff of all parties in Parliament and constituency offices; appreciates that over the past decade he has worked tirelessly in representing staff of hon. Members both in individual …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st January 2020
5 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th January 2020
Andrew Hughes Hallett
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House is saddened by the death of economist Andrew Hughes Hallett who passed away at home on 31 December 2019, surrounded by family after a long fight with cancer; notes Andrew held positions at universities including Strathclyde, St Andrews, George Mason, Princeton and Harvard; further notes his practical …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th January 2020
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House supports Cervical Cancer Prevention Week from 20 to 26 January 2020; welcomes the fact that cervical screening prevents 75 per cent of cervical cancers from developing and the HPV vaccine protects against 70 per cent of cervical cancers; is concerned that more than one in four women …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th January 2020
Murder of 11 Christian hostages in Nigeria
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the murder of 11 Christian hostages in Nigeria over the Christmas period by ISIS; extends sympathies to the families of those who are mourning the brutal loss of their loved ones; and further reaffirms our commitment to the global fight against terrorism and offers help and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th January 2020
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th January 2020
Brian Cox Golden Globes win
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Dundonian actor Brian Cox following his win in the Best Actor in a Television Drama category at the 77th Golden Globes; recognises that throughout his illustrious 60-year acting career he has never failed to bang the drum for his home city of Dundee both in Scotland …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th December 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th December 2019
War Disablement Pension and Employment Support Allowance
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that veterans are an asset to our society and deserve the best possible care and support; considers that those who have been injured in the service of the UK deserve the full value of their War Disablement Pension; notes that under the current system the War …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th December 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Friday 20th December 2019
Big Ben chiming on the day of Brexit
Tabled by:
Mark Francois (Conservative - Rayleigh and Wickford)
That this House notes the ongoing refurbishment works on the Elizabeth Tower and the fact that during this period Big Ben currently only chimes for Remembrance Sunday and New Year's Eve; further notes that the United Kingdom will now leave the European Union at 11.00pm GMT on 31 January 2020; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 42
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 1
Reform UK: 1
15th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 24th October 2019
Sale and marketing of detox teas
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes with concern the sale of detox tea products containing senna and other strong laxative ingredients to young people; further notes that these ingredients are usually used in medication to treat constipation and can have significant detrimental health impacts if used regularly primarily for weight loss; observes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st October 2019
St Andrews Legacy using benefits of golf to support ill and injured veterans
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House marks the outstanding contribution to motivating and inspiring ill and injured veterans made by Graham Proctor, founder and Chief Executive Officer of St Andrews Legacy; recognises the positive impact of golf on improving the mental and physical wellbeing of those taking part in the Legacy programme which …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Attack in Halle, Germany
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House condemns the attack and the ideology that radicalised the attacker in Halle, Germany; shows sympathy towards those who were tragically murdered, recognises that had it not been for the protective security measures at place in the synagogue, then it is likely that the death toll and the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Bus passes for WASPI women
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned that not all the women living in England who are affected by the 2011 changes to state pension age are entitled to a free bus pass; notes that a free bus pass is a small concession, given that women born in the 1950s have lost …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Anti-Semitic Attack in Halle, Germany
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the heinous anti-semitic attack at the synagogue in Halle, Germany, and sends condolences to those affected; notes with concern the increase in antisemitism in society and the impact on the Jewish community; resolves to support the Jewish community in doing everything …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Invasion of North-East Syria (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is extremely concerned by the Government of Turkey's military invasion of an area in north east Syria controlled by the Syrian Kurds, which is also known as Rojava, and the negative humanitarian consequences of that invasion following the unexpected announcement of the withdrawal of US military forces …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th July 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
OUTGOING HIGH COMMISSIONER OF THE REPUBLIC OF CYPRUS
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House commends the work of the outgoing High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus to the UK, His Excellency Mr Euripides L Evriviades, who has played a significant part in enhancing relations between the two countries through bilateral and regional co-operation, including fostering a closer relationship between the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd September 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
HONG KONG CITIZENS
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House calls on the Government to seek agreement with some of the other 53 Commonwealth countries to provide Hong Kong citizens with a second citizenship and potential place of abode; insists that the UK will not accept the abandonment of the so-called two systems in one country, guaranteed …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th August 2019
PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESTITUTION TO 1950s WOMEN
Tabled by:
Anna McMorrin (Labour - Cardiff North)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; welcomes the equalisation of retirement ages between women and men; recalls that women born in the 1950s were subject to discriminatory employment …
225 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 131
Conservative: 24
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Crossbench: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd July 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
STREP B AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that this is Strep B Awareness Month; further notes that group B streptococcus is the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies in the UK and is a leading cause of neonatal sepsis and meningitis; highlights that on average two babies each day in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
GLOBAL POLIO ERADICATION INITIATIVE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Lefroy (Conservative - Stafford)
That this House recognizes that the world has nearly eliminated polio thanks to dedicated healthworkers who are committed to immunizing every last child, as well as the tireless efforts of Rotary and other civil society volunteers to raise funds and awareness to end polio; and calls for full political and …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Conservative: 14
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
1st July 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
FIFTEENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF FUSILIER GORDON GENTLE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House marks the 15th anniversary of the death of Fusilier Gordon Gentle on the 28 June 2019, who was killed in the line of duty in Iraq in 2004 at just 19 years of age while serving with the Royal Highland Fusiliers when a bomb planted at the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
26th June 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
CENTENARY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE BENEVOLENT FUND
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises that 2019 marks the centenary of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the RAF’s leading welfare charity; and thanks the charity for their vital work to support RAF veterans and welcomes the launch of their new campaign, Back on the radar, encouraging the public to help …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
17th June 2019
27 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 20th June 2019
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA) AWARENESS WEEK 2019
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) on holding its seventh national Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness (RA) Week from 17 to 23 June 2019; notes that the auto-immune disease RA affects more than 400,000 people across the UK; praises the work done by the NRAS to raise awareness …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
12th June 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 20th June 2019
RECOGNISING THE CONTRIBUTION OF SCOUT LEADERS DURING VOLUNTEERS' WEEK
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Scout leaders and assistant leaders across North East Fife and elsewhere for providing opportunities for young people from all backgrounds; recognises the enormous contribution that those volunteers make to the lives of children and young people in Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers; notes that leaders and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
10th June 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 20th June 2019
30th ANNIVERSARY OF TIANANMEN SQUARE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 4 June marks the 30th anniversary of the 1989 brutal suppression of peaceful human rights and pro-democracy activists in Tiananmen Square in Beijing in which thousands died or were wounded; recalls that over the last 30 years the Chinese authorities have instigated no public investigation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
1st May 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
ACCESS TO FREE-TO-USE CASH MACHINES
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the recent risk of a reversal in the movement towards increasing the number of free-to-use cash machines; further notes that free-to-use cash machines are the biggest single aspect of free banking that most affects the poor; believes that the attack on this service should immediately cease; …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 10
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
23rd April 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
FIFTY YEARS OF THE RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Riding for the Disabled Association, which was founded in 1969, on its 50th anniversary; recognises the opportunities that the charity provides to ride and carriage drive to more than 25,500 people with disabilities at 500 groups across the UK; appreciates the therapeutic benefits of riding …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd April 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2019
MURDER OF JOURNALIST LYRA MCKEE
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House mourns the death of Lyra McKee, murdered on Thursday 18 April 2019 by dissident republican terrorists in the course of her work reporting as an investigative journalist; recognises the profound shock and sympathy that greeted this news right across the community; notes that the killing is a …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
11th April 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019
Exiting the European Union
Tabled by:
William Cash (Conservative - Stone)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (Exit Day) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 859), dated 11 April 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 April 2019, be annulled.
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 69
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Non-affiliated: 1
8th May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
THE 2019 LOAN CHARGE
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses its concern at the 2019 Loan Charge; notes that it is retrospective applying back to 1999; further notes that as a result of the introduction of IR35, umbrella companies were set up and recommended by professional advisers and employment agencies; recognises that the Charge will affect …
152 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Conservative: 31
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
10th April 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th April 2019
SERVICE MEDAL FOR OPERATION RELENTLESS
Tabled by:
Lord Walney (Crossbench - Barrow and Furness)
That this House recognises the sacrifice made by the submariners of Her Majesty’s Royal Navy and the dedication of shipwrights and craftsmen across the United Kingdom in constructing and maintaining the Royal Navy submarines in which they serve; commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of UK continuous at-sea deterrence, known as Operation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Independent: 1
3rd April 2019
Julian Lewis 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
19th March 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 1st April 2019
MASS KILLING IN NEW ZEALAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses grave and deep concern at the mass killing of worshippers at mosques in New Zealand; conveys sincere sympathy for their families and community who mourn at this time; condemns all those involved in any form of terrorism and reiterates that there can be no justification for …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 28th March 2019
BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH WEAR A HAT DAY
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House supports Wear a Hat Day on Friday 29 March 2019; notes that this is the UK's biggest brain tumour research fundraising event; congratulates Brain Tumour Research and their supporters on their efforts to fundraise and raise awareness of brain tumours; recognises that brain tumours kill more children …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
20th March 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Friday 22nd March 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
12th March 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Friday 22nd March 2019
RAISING AWARENESS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House supports Endometriosis Awareness Month 2019; notes that this is a campaign raising awareness of a condition that affects 1 in 10 women from puberty to menopause yet the cause of which is not yet known; congratulates Endometriosis UK and their supporters for the various activities raising awareness …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
4th March 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019
FORCED LIVE ORGAN EXTRACTION FROM PRISONERS OF CONSCIENCE IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with concern, allegations of forced organ harvesting in China and associated reports of suppression, persecution, torture and mass arbitrary imprisonment faced by religious and ethnic minority groups including Tibetans, Christians, Uyghers, and practitioners of the traditional Chinese meditation Falun Gong, that includes allegations of forced live …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
6th February 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
4th February 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 18th February 2019
RNLI NEW QUAY, CEREDIGION
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House recognises the essential service that has been provided continuously by the RNLI Lifeboats at New Quay Ceredigion for 155 years; notes the numerous lives saved at sea as a result of their work; commends the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; thanks in particular …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st January 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
IN TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR MARTIN GORE CBE
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House commemorates the life and work of Professor Martin Gore CBE who tragically passed away suddenly; notes that he was a giant amongst UK cancer doctors, a pioneer in developing the field of medical oncology, spearheading many advances in the treatment of melanoma, renal and ovarian cancer; further …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
17th January 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
TASHI WANGCHUK
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House is dismayed by the continued imprisonment of Tibetan language advocate, Tashi Wangchuk, who was first detained three years ago today on 27 January, and since sentenced to five years in prison for advocating for the use of Tibetan language in local schools in Tibetan populated areas; deplores …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th January 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
MICHAEL SCHUMACHER'S 50TH BIRTHDAY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 50th Birthday of racing legend Michael Schumacher; thanks him for the record-breaking Formula One racing which has been enjoyed by thousands throughout the years; and further conveys to Michael best wishes for a return to full health and strength and best wishes to his family …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
9th January 2019
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th January 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
23rd October 2018
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
23rd October 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 25th October 2018
THERE BUT NOT THERE
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises the extraordinary work of There But Not There, an art installation project which commemorates the fallen heroes of the First World War; notes that the project has raised £4 million for six military charities; further notes that £800,000 of the funds raised will be paid as …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
10th October 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th October 2018
TINY LIFE ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work carried out by the charity Tiny Life; further notes that every day in Northern Ireland six premature babies are born; notes the fact that according to figures from the charity, that 30 years ago 70 per cent of premature babies did not survive …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd July 2018
GENA TURGEL MBE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House pays tribute to Gena Turgel MBE following her sad passing on 7 June 2018; remembers Gena for her determination to educate about her story of surviving the Krakow ghetto, Plaznow concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Buchenwald and Bergen-Belsen, where she was eventually liberated and married one of her liberators, …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th June 2018
FREEDOM OF RELIGION OR BELIEF
Tabled by:
Caroline Spelman (Conservative - Meriden)
That this House commends the Secretary of State for International Development for exhibiting British artist Hannah Rose Thomas' portraits, entitled Yezidi Women: Isis Survivors in the atrium of her Department; welcomes the prospect of portraits of Rohingya refugees joining them; and recognises that such artwork captures the personal stories of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th June 2018
WOMEN'S RIGHTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned that, despite the lifting of the ban on women driving in Saudi Arabia scheduled for 24 June 2018, a number of Saudi women's rights activists, including Loujain Hathloul, Aziza al-Yousef and Eman al-Nafjan, have been detained, allegedly on the basis of undermining security and stability; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th 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
6th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 11th June 2018
MILTON OF LEYS PRIMARY SCHOOL DEFIBRILLATOR
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Milton of Leys Primary School on its fundraising efforts; notes that the funds it raised has allowed it to buy a defibrillator which is situated outside the school; commends it for its initiative to fundraise for such an important piece of equipment; and encourages other schools …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
6th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 11th June 2018
SAVE A CHILD'S HEART CHARITY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House congratulates the Save a Child's Heart charity based in Israel, which has been named an institutional winner of this year's 2018 United Nations Population Award; acknowledges the tremendous work done in saving the lives of thousands of children, many from Africa, South America, Europe, Asia, and throughout …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th June 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th 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
23rd May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th May 2018
BETTY MACINTYRE - HERO NURSE OF THE YEAR 2018
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Betty Macintyre from Oban in Argyll on being awarded Hero Nurse of the Year at the 2018 NHS Heroes Awards for her services to Midwifery in the Western Highlands of Scotland; acknowledges the outstanding contribution made by Betty, who, over the last 50 years has delivered …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 24th May 2018
PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Bill Grant (Conservative - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the launch of a new campaign by Prostate Cancer UK and bookmaker William Hill to raise awareness about prostate cancer in Scotland; understands that prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and kills one man every 45 minutes in the UK; notes that over …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 24th May 2018
IMPRISONMENT OF TIBETAN LANGUAGE ACTIVIST
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House condemns the sentence of five years imprisonment from the Chinese Authorities for Tibetan language activist Tashi Wangchuk; notes that human rights groups, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned the sentence; further notes that Tashi Wangchuk has peacefully and consistently advocated for rights for the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 24th May 2018
TERRORIST ATTACK IN INDONESIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the terrorist attack on three churches and on the innocent worshippers in Indonesia which killed 13 people; assures the Indonesian Government of the UK's full support; and conveys to all the families who grieve and are struggling with injuries the most sincere sympathy and prayers at …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th May 2018
LA BARCA HELENSBURGH SCOTLAND 2018
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates La Barca restaurant in Helensburgh on winning the title of Best World Cuisine for the fifth consecutive year at the 2018 Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards; understands that the restaurant beat nine other finalists from right across Scotland to retain this much sought after title; acknowledges …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 24th May 2018
THE WEE KELPIE, HELENSBURGH NAMED BEST TAKEAWAY IN SCOTLAND 2018
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates The Wee Kelpie fish and chip shop in Helensburgh on being named the Best Takeaway in Scotland at the 2018 Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards; commends owners Kerr and Nicola Raeburn and all their staff on retaining their Scottish title, that was last awarded in 2014; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th May 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th May 2018
ME AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Week from 6 to 12 May 2018, which aims to highlight the impact this invisible illness has on 250,000 people across the UK; recognises the fantastic work campaigners and charities are doing to highlight ME as a physical condition which is not …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 35
Conservative: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FORMATION OF THE STATE OF ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 70th Anniversary of the formation of the State of Israel and encourages the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to continue to work alongside Israel and to build even stronger ties with Israel which will be mutually beneficial.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
23rd April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 30th 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
18th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th April 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House applauds Amnesty International's Brave campaign which aims to raise awareness of the violence and persecution experienced by human rights defenders around the world, many of whom are imprisoned, tortured, forcibly disappeared or killed for speaking up for the principles of freedom, justice and dignity; is appalled that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
PROFESSOR STEPHEN HAWKING
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is deeply saddened by the death of Professor Stephen Hawking, the remarkable physicist, cosmologist and author, whose brilliance and persistence in the exploration of science inspired millions around the globe, notably through his book A Brief History of Time which helped non-scientists understand fundamental questions of physics …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND AND GLENIFFER HIGH SCHOOL AND THE MY PLACE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Tabled by:
Mhairi Black (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire South)
That this House congratulates Amy Lieberman, Eoin Graham Young and Nicholas Waterson-Boyd on their recent success at the Scottish Civic Trust's My Place Photography Competition 2018; notes that the competition is a Scotland-wide heritage project for school age young people, encouraging them to look at their heritage in the places …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Conservative: 1
18th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
TEAM SCOTLAND - GOLD COAST COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Team Scotland on securing 44 medals at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games; notes that Team Scotland secured nine gold medals, 13 silver medals and 22 bronze medals; understands that this represents Scotland's most successful overseas Commonwealth Games ever; and thanks all the athletes and support …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
RIBBON OF POPPIES PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stephen Kerr (Conservative - Stirling)
That this House supports the aim of the Ribbon of Poppies project to plant poppies throughout the UK to act as a living memorial to all those who gave their lives in the service of their country in the First World War; commends the organisers of the project for their …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
16th April 2018
Julian Lewis 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
16th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th April 2018
WALES'S MOST SUCCESSFUL COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House congratulates the success of the Welsh team in the 2018 Commonwealth Games; celebrates this being Wales's most successful Commonwealth Games in the Games' 88 year history, finishing seventh in the medals table with a total of 36 medals, including 10 gold, 12 silver and 14 bronze; applauds …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
16th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
RHYS McCLENAGHAN'S GOLD MEDAL
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House offers sincere congratulations to Commonwealth Champion Rhys McClenaghan; notes the first gold medal for Northern Ireland outside the sports in which that part of the UK usually excels, thus demonstrating a great improvement of sports development in Northern Ireland; thanks Rhys' family and friends for the support …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
16th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th April 2018
WAITROSE AND DISPOSABLE CUPS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the decision of Waitrose to remove disposable cups from its stores; recognises the increased efforts to reduce the amount of plastic used for its products; notes the reduction in cost for councils to clear coffee cup litter from the streets; further notes the environmental benefits of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th April 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th 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
27th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 2018
ANNIE HAMILTON
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House offers congratulations to Annie Hamilton who reached the milestone of her 107th Birthday on 25 March 2018; celebrates with her, and in particular notes the contribution of her life in Newtownards and the surrounding area and the vast local knowledges that she holds and still recalls and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
27th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 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
21st March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th March 2018
DONALD GREWAR AND MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House recognises the resilience of North East Fife resident Donald Grewar in his battle with motor neurone disease (MND); notes Donald's resilience has inspired many local residents, including former colleagues of Madras College in St Andrews and pupils; commends his former pupil Brynja Duthie who, at just 17 …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
19th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES AND GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Government guidance published in 2014 about hospital car parking charges; further notes the Government recommends in this guidance that hospitals make concessions or free parking available for disabled people, frequent outpatient attenders, visitors with relatives who are gravely ill, or carers of such people, visitors …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
16th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
ST MUNGO'S ACADEMY DEBATE TEAM
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates the St Mungo's Academy debate team on winning the 2018 Parliamentary World Debate Competition (PWDC) held in Tokyo, Japan; understands that the team were the first Scottish team to compete, and also the youngest competitors; notes that the purpose of the PWDC is to empower …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
STEM FOR BRITAIN 2018
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes the highly successful STEM for BRITAIN event held in the House on 12 March 2018 under the auspices of the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee; further notes the astonishingly high quality of research displayed; expresses its thanks for the organisations that made this event possible and also …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
TREATMENT OF PATRAS AND SAJID MASIH BY PAKISTANI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is deeply shocked by the severe physical beating of a Pakistani Christian teenager Patras Masih, and his cousin Sajid Masih, by the Federal Investigation Authority (FIA) officers, who were supposed to be carrying out forensic checks of their mobile phones, after an alleged act of blasphemy; is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
14th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care task and finish working group report on brain tumour research which seeks to increase the level and impact of brain tumour research and congratulates that group on its on progress to date; further notes that brain tumours are indiscriminate …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th March 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
BRAIN TUMOUR AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month across the UK; congratulates all brain tumours charities and their supporters for their activities to raise awareness of the disease; recognises that brain tumours are the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; congratulates The Brain Tumour …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
20th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018
LIZZY YARNOLD AND THE 2018 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES
Tabled by:
Michael Fallon (Conservative - Sevenoaks)
That this House congratulates Lizzy Yarnold from West Kingsdown near Sevenoaks on her magnificent success at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games; notes that this is the first time any British athlete has retained a Winter Olympic title; recognises that funding from the National Lottery and the UK Sport's Girls4Gold …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
20th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
DEDICATION OF CARRIAGE GATES TO PC KEITH PALMER
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House believes that the Carriage Gates should be named the Palmer Gates, to commemorate the life and professional service of PC Keith Palmer and to mark his gallantry and ultimate sacrifice in putting his life before those he courageously sought to defend; acknowledges its profound gratitude to PC …
133 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th February 2018
BRITTLE BONES SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates the Brittle Bone Society on 50 years of hard work supporting and cooperating with healthcare professionals across the UK; further congratulates Margaret Grant MBE from Dundee who was born with the genetic condition of Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) and founded the charity in Dundee in 1968; notes …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
PHYSICAL DISABILITY RUGBY LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House welcomes the UK’s first ever Physical Disability Rugby League match between Warrington Wolves and Leeds Rhinos, which took place at Warrington's Victoria Park Asics Stadium on 4 February 2018; congratulates all those who took part, including The Last Leg's Adam Hills and Alex Brooker who went head …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th 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
6th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
MRS SHAGUFTA KAUSAR AND MR SHAFQAT EMMANUEL
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is deeply concerned about the death sentence imposed on Mrs Shagufta Kausar and Mr Shafqat Emmanuel, a married couple, for allegedly sending blasphemous text messages; notes that the messages were written in English, but both are illiterate and unable to write proper Urdu, let alone English; further …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
6th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
KEEP ME POSTED CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House congratulates Barclays, First Direct, HSBC, M&S Bank, NatWest, the Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank, Principality Building Society, Progressive Building Society, Scottish Building Society, OVO Energy, Post Office Home Phone, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, Severn Trent, Welsh Water, Northumbrian Water, Wessex Water, Essex and Suffolk Water, Bristol …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE NOMINATION FOR UMBRELLA MOVEMENT
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the nomination of Joshua Wong, Nathan Law, Alex Chow and the entire pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong, known collectively as the Umbrella Movement, for the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of their peaceful efforts to defend basic freedoms, strengthen democracy and protect autonomy for Hong …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th February 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
FLY TIPPING AND COMMUNITY PAYBACK
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls on the Secretary of State for Justice to simplify the court process for the prosecution of fly-tippers; and to introduce community payback sentencing for fly-tippers to help address the increase in illegal fly tipping.
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Conservative: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
31st January 2018
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th January 2018
100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF MAY ISLAND
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes the 100th anniversary of The Battle of May Island during which five accidental collisions occurred near the island between eight Royal Navy vessels on their way from Rosyth to fleet exercises in the North Sea on the misty night on 31 January 1918; further notes the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th January 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING AND CANCER PATIENTS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes research by Macmillan Cancer Support which shows that four in five people diagnosed with cancer are £570 a month worse off as a result of their diagnosis; further note that this financial burden is due to loss of income and increased costs; acknowledges that 47 per …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th January 2018
FRIENDS AGAINST SCAMS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports National Trading Standards' campaign, Friends Against Scams, which seeks to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams; understands that scams affect the lives of millions of people across the UK and that postal, telephone and doorstep scams are often targeted specifically at disadvantaged consumers …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
23rd January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th January 2018
LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Leonard Cheshire Disability on becoming the first charity in Scotland to achieve the coveted Investors in People Platinum Award; understands that the charity also achieved Gold Standard in the Investors in Young People Good Practice Award and the Investors in Health and Wellbeing Good Practice Award; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
15th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th January 2018
DEATH OF CYRILLE REGIS
Tabled by:
Lord Watson of Wyre Forest (Labour - West Bromwich East)
That this House notes the passing of footballer Cyrille Regis MBE at the age of 59; recognises his achievements as one of the most talented, dynamic and prolific footballers of the 1970s and 1980s and his huge popularity at the clubs he played at, in particular West Bromwich Albion and …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th January 2018
DEATH SENTENCE VERDICT IN CASE OF HAMED BIN HAYDARA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the death sentence verdict in Sana'a on 2 January 2018 in the case of Hamed bin Haydara, a Yemeni Baha'i; observes reports that Mr bin Haydara was convicted on grounds of communication with the international governing body of the Baha'i faith, located in Haifa, Israel and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2018
ATTACK ON CHRISTIANS IN THE METHODIST CHURCH, PAKISTAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the terrorist attack on Christians in the Bethel Memorial Methodist Church, Quetta, Pakistan, on 17 December 2017, when nine innocent worshippers were murdered and over 50 seriously injured; notes that the quick action by the security forces prevented several more casualties; and urges the Government of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
9th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2018
SOUTH WEST WRITERS GROUP
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the South West Writers Group, based in Shortlees, Kilmarnock, on securing a £3,379 grant from the National Lottery via Creative Scotland; welcomes that this funding is being used to allow people of all ages from East Ayrshire to express their writing abilities via projects that incorporate …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th January 2018
MARSHA GLADSTONE, POINTS OF LIGHT OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER
Tabled by:
Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the recognition of Marsha Gladstone as a Points of Light outstanding volunteer for her work with the Yoni Jesner Foundation; understands that Points of Light was first established in the United States by President George H.W. Bush and introduced into the UK by then Prime Minister …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th January 2018
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2018
HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2018
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2018 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 2018 …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 10
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
ARMED FORCES CHAPLAINS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work that is carried out by Armed Forces Chaplains both at home and overseas; acknowledges the wonderful support and guidance that they offer to all in uniform and their families; and thanks them for the dedication that takes them far beyond the call of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
CONTRIBUTION OF VOLUNTEERS TO SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises all those volunteers who do so much for society the whole year through; understands the difficult jobs they take on and highlights the value and worth that their hours of dedication bring to local communities; further acknowledges the fact that without the massive volunteer base that …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th 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
18th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
EDDIE STEVENSON
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House welcomes the fundraising efforts of Mr Eddie Stevenson, Ashgrove Road West, Aberdeen, who has successfully raised over £250,000 for local charities in the last 36 years, with his annual children's Christmas lights display; commends Mr Eddie Stevenson for the outstanding commitment and contribution to local charities each …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
13th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
MIKEYSLINE CHARITY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the tireless efforts of Ron Williamson who set up the Mikeysline charity in memory of his nephew Michael Williamson; welcomes the opening of The Hive in Inverness, which offers a place for people aged 17 and over to drop into those who are feeling low, depressed …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
13th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
PRIME MINISTER'S INVITATION TO THE PRIME MINISTER OF THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Jack Lopresti (Conservative - Filton and Bradley Stoke)
That this House congratulates the Prime Minister on her decision to invite the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq to London; believes that the UK is well-placed, thanks to its history with Iraq and Kurdistan and the respect for the UK there, to encourage much needed dialogue on …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
12th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
IMPRISONMENT OF UKRAINIANS BY RUSSIAN AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes with concern the imprisonment of Ukrainians by Russian authorities in Crimea and other parts of Ukraine; is concerned by reports that the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine continues to be denied access to Crimea; and urges Russian authorities to ensure free access to international …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
FALUN GONG AND HARVESTING ORGANS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to condemn the persecution of Falun Gong and the crime of harvesting organs from Falun Gong practitioners and other prisoners of conscience in China.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th December 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
SIKH SOLDIERS IN WW1
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, Sikh troops, along with counterparts …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th November 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th November 2017
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 …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
7th November 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2017
FLYING OFFICER HUGH P BUCHANAN
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House notes the recent passing of Flying Officer Hugh P Buchanan, and sends sympathy to his widow Doris Conway Buchanan; commits as part of Remembrance Day 2017 to remember his service in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War in defence of Britain; further notes …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th November 2017
CENTENARY OF THE BOLSHEVIK REVOLUTION
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes, with great regret, that 7 November 2017 marks 100 years since Russia's Bolshevik Revolution which subsequently demonstrated, time and again, that Communism is a murderous political ideology, incompatible with liberty, self-government and the dignity of human beings, and injurious to the national, ethnic and religious traditions …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
30th October 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
12th October 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017
ROYAL NAVY'S AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT CAPABILITY
Tabled by:
Luke Pollard (Labour (Co-op) - Plymouth Sutton and Devonport)
That this House notes the recent speculation that the Government is considering scrapping the two Devonport-based Royal Navy amphibious assault ships, HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark; further notes that scrapping these warships would mean removing the Royal Navy's entire world-class amphibious assault capabilities; observes that these defence cuts risks severely …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
6th September 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th October 2017
THE CENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF LEONARD CHESHIRE
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the birth of Leonard Cheshire, born on 7 September 1917; notes his significant achievements as a decorated officer in the Second World War, including leading No.617 Squadron, the Dambusters, and being awarded the Victoria Cross in 1944; recognises Leonard Cheshire's desire to help …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
11th July 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 16th October 2017
AGEING TYRES ON PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLES
Tabled by:
Maria Eagle (Labour - Liverpool Garston)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Tyred campaign; recognises the outstanding work that Frances Molloy, mother of Michael Molloy, and the parents of Kerry Ogden have done to highlight the dangers of ageing tyres on public service vehicles; notes the tragic deaths of Michael Molloy, Kerry Ogden and …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th October 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
QUEEN'S DRAGOON GUARDS AND LAS VEGAS SHOOTING
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House commends the bravery and the service of the British Army personnel serving with the Queen’s Dragoon Guards, Welsh Cavalry, who responded to the horrific attacks in Las Vegas, US, recently while off duty; observes that they acted in the best traditions of the UK's armed forces; and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
9th October 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
AUCHENGEICH COLLIERY DISASTER
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that 18 September 2017 marked the 58th anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery disaster, in which 47 miners went to work never to return home to their families, leaving 76 children without a father and a community devastated; recognises the fact that the youngest man to die …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
12th September 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
SAVE THE #CLASSOF2018
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes World Suicide Prevention Day, which took place on 10 September 2017 to raise awareness and promote worldwide action to prevent suicides; recognises that suicide is the biggest killer of young people, male and female, aged under 35 in the UK; is deeply concerned that over 200 …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
12th September 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
SUPPORT FOR SURVIVORS AND WITNESSES OF TERRORIST ATTACKS OVERSEAS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House pays tribute to all those killed, injured, bereaved by or witness to terrorist attacks overseas, and also to all those involved in emergency response and long-term care in the aftermath of such attacks; notes the conclusions, published in February 2017, of the inquest into the deaths of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
150 YEARS OF THE THEATRE ROYAL IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Theatre Royal in Glasgow will commemorate its 150th anniversary in 2017; understands that the Theatre Royal first opened in 1867 and, in addition to its role as the oldest active theatre in Glasgow, has served as the first television studio for STV and is …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
11th September 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 12th October 2017
NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES MEMORIAL
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House pays tribute to the more than 5,000 members of the emergency services who have lost their lives in the course of their public duties; gives thanks to the more than 250,000 emergency services personnel and volunteers who currently serve, and to all who have served; notes that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd July 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th July 2017
150TH ANNIVERSARY OF CANADA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canada as a nation and sends its best wishes to a forward thinking country that has strong fraternal relationships with the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; requests that the Government convey to the Canadian Government every good wish for …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th July 2017
HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH AND BRITISH SHIPBUILDING
Tabled by:
Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House offers its congratulations to the Aircraft Carrier Alliance on the successful commencement of the sea trials of the Royal Navy's future flagship, HMS Queen Elizabeth; notes that the two Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers, at 65,000 tonnes displacement and 920 feet in length, the largest and most …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th July 2017
2166 (HAMILTON) AIR TRAINING CORPS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates 2166 (Hamilton) Air Training Corps on securing £5,898 from the Big Lottery Fund's Award for All Scotland grant; acknowledges the work the group does to train young people in flying and gliding, as well as allowing them the opportunity to take part in other outdoor activities; …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th July 2017
CHARITABLE WORKS FOR MILITARY VETERANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises Strathaven man David McAllistair on being awarded a MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List; further recognises the significant impact he has made to help the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA); congratulates the work of the Lanarkshire branch of SSAFA and notes that Mr …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
21st June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
WOMEN IN SERVICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Women in Service; thanks all past and present personnel for their massive contribution to life in uniform, both on active duty and at training centres in the UK; and encourages young women to join the armed forces and to advance their careers …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
MERKINCH COMMUNITY CENTRE BOOK LAUNCH
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Merkinch Community Centre in Inverness on its successful book launch celebrating 40 years of working with and for local people and, most importantly run by local people; notes the important and vital work of the community centre and its champions in the Merkinch area; welcomes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
IHRA DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the adoption of a formal definition of antisemitism by the Government in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); further welcomes the agreed cross-party support for the definition, including from the Leader of the Opposition and hon. Members of all political parties …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st June 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMPUTING IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow on celebrating its 60th anniversary of computing; recognises that the University of Glasgow became the first university in Scotland to acquire an electronic computer in 1957; acknowledges the history of the university's machine, a Digital Electronic Universal Computing Engine, which was initiated …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017
IRAN'S INFLUENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is extremely concerned by the growing domestic human rights violations in Iran and the high number of executions; highlights the role of Islamic Revolutionary Guards' (IRGC) increase in its domestic crackdown, including the arrest of activists, dissidents and dual nationals on trumped-up charges; is very disturbed by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th March 2017
35TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALKLANDS WAR
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House commemorates the 35th anniversary of the Falklands War which began on 2 April 1982 and lasted until 14 June 1982; solemnly remembers the three Falkland civilians, 255 British and 650 Argentine service personnel who lost their lives; recognises the courage and bravery of UK forces who defended …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th March 2017
WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March 2017; recognises the unique, joyful contribution people with Down Syndrome bring to our families and our communities; and welcomes the support of organisations, such as Down Syndrome Scotland, in providing help, encouragement and advice to families and schools to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th March 2017
MARIE CURIE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the exceptional work carried out by the Marie Curie cancer charity; thanks it for everything it does to make a real difference to the lives of ill men, women and children throughout the UK; further thanks every Marie Curie nurse for their dedication to end of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th March 2017
100th BIRTHDAY OF DAME VERA LYNN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 100th birthday of Dame Vera Lynn; thanks her for the truly inspirational role she undertook as the Forces' Sweetheart; extends its best wishes to Dame Vera on her new album in the hope that it will become a best-seller; and rejoices in Dame Vera's long …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st March 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2017
OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month which takes place in March 2017; notes that over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer across the UK each year; is concerned that just one in five women are able to name the lead symptom of bloating; recognises that early diagnosis …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th January 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
27th January 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
SAMUEL RAE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Samuel Irvine Rae of Tayport, North-East Fife on his appointment to the rank of Chevalier in the Ordre national de la Legion d'honneur at the age of 92; notes Mr Rae was involved in the Normandy landings at Gold Beach on 7 June 1944; marks his …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
200TH BIRTHDAY OF THE SCOTSMAN NEWSPAPER
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates the Scotsman newspaper on its 200th birthday; recognises the Scotsman's contribution to journalism and news in Scotland for two centuries; notes the newspaper's fine traditions of speaking truth to power, chronicling the history of Scotland and giving a voice to Scotland's political and civic life; and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th January 2017
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
ADOPTION OF A FORMAL DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of 12 December 2016 that Britain will adopt a formal definition of antisemitism in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); recognises that a recommendation formally to adopt a definition was first made in the All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2017
Julian Lewis 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
12th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 9th January 2017
FRIENDS OF RANNOCH PARK, GRANGEMOUTH
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House praises the work being done by the Friends of Rannoch Park, a dedicated group of local people working to improve Rannoch Park in Grangemouth, Scotland; commends the group for the work it is doing to improve access to the park for those with disabilities or who are …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th December 2016
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
19th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th December 2016
DEATH OF REFUGEES IN JORDAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern the loss of life of five people in the bombing of the Syrian refugee camp on the border of Jordan on 17 December 2016, which was allegedly carried out by Daesh; further notes the loss of life during another Daesh-led attack, which saw 14 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016
USMAN ALI AND THE QUEEN'S YOUNG LEADER AWARD
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates East Renfrewshire resident Usman Ali on being the first young Scot to be named a Queen's Young Leader for his work to improve social and economic opportunities for young people in the community and his wider public service; recognises that he is the first young Scot …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
13th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016
175 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ST JOHN'S CHURCH, BARRHEAD
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the congregations, past and present, of St John the Evangelist Parish Church, Barrhead, on the 175th anniversary of their Church; notes that the Right Reverend John Keenan, Bishop of Paisley, dedicated the Church on the occasion of its 175th year; recognises that the congregation has worshipped …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
12th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th 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
12th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016
BAHA'I BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes the forced closure of over 100 Baha'i-owned shops and businesses in Iran over the first week of November by the Iranian authorities; further notes that these shops were reportedly sealed after they had voluntarily closed to mark two Baha'i Holy Days; notes serious concerns reported by …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th December 2016
GAIRLOCH HERITAGE MUSEUM
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Gairloch Heritage Museum in receiving a Heritage Lottery Fund grant of £725,600 for its project to refurbish an existing Cold War Anti-Aircraft Operations Room that sits on a three-quarters of an acre site close to the current museum location which has latterly been used as a …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
5th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th 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
5th December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th December 2016
TITANIC BELFAST
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Titanic Belfast on being named the world's leading tourist attraction by World Travel Awards only months after being crowned Europe's leading visitor attraction; notes that this is the first time an attraction from the island of Ireland has won the esteemed honour; acknowledges that it has …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st December 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th December 2016
RECOGNITION OF LOCHINVER LIFEBOAT CREW
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Lochinver Lifeboat crew on its recent recognition by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for outstanding bravery and determination; recognises that the crew, consisting of Coxswain David MacAskill, Joseph Mackay, John Templeton, Robert Kinnaird, James MacAskill, Lachlan MacAskill and Stuart Gudgeon, received recognition and award …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Friday 25th November 2016
TRIGGERING OF ARTICLE 50
Tabled by:
John Penrose (Conservative - Weston-super-Mare)
That this House supports the triggering of Article 50 of the Treaty on the European Union according to the Government's timetable.
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 35
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
16th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ARGYLL TALKING NEWSPAPERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Argyll Talking Newspapers, the Ardrishaig-based charity which in 2016 is celebrating its 30th anniversary of reading and recording local news for blind and visually impaired people in Argyll and Bute and across the highlands and islands of Scotland; notes that since 1986 tens of thousands of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
16th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
TURKISH GOVERNMENT ACTIONS TOWARDS NGOS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is gravely concerned by the continued assaults on political and human rights by President Erdogan's government in Turkey and the closure of so many non-governmental organisations, including organisations which assist women and refugees, the Rojava Association a charitable organisation which was raising money to support refugees from …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
DEATH OF SHEHZAD MASIH AND SHAMA BIBI
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notices with alarming concern that two years after the beating, torture and burning alive in a furnace of the Christian couple, Shehzad Masih and Shama Bibi, by a fanatical mob, for their alleged blasphemy after they were unable to repay a loan to their employer, the government …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes the success of Scotland's Andy Murray in achieving the hard-won place as the men's number one ranked player in the world for tennis singles; celebrates the prestige and honour that Andy Murray has brought to his community, Scotland and the UK by representing everyone in the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
WORLD NUMBER ONE MEN'S SINGLES TENNIS PLAYER ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates and celebrates Andy Murray becoming the world's number one ranked men's singles tennis player; notes the success he has achieved this year in winning both the Wimbledon Championships and the Olympic Gold Medal, both for the second time; considers Andy a superb ambassador for his sport …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th November 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th November 2016
PRESERVATION OF HMS PRESIDENT (1918) AND LIBOR FUNDING
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the great historical significance of the World War One submarine-hunter, the former Q-ship, HMS President; further recognises her service to the country through both World Wars, and in the Cold War as Drill Ship for the London Division, Royal Naval Reserve; acknowledges her value as a …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
24th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2016
BREAST CANCER AND ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL TOXICANTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises the ever-rising incidence of breast cancer in the UK, up by 64 per cent since the 1970s; notes the considerable body of independent scientific evidence that connects a wide range of everyday environmental and occupational factors, such as carcinogens and hormone disruptors and night work, to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
4th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2016
SEEABILITY REPORT DELIVERING AN EQUAL RIGHT TO SIGHT
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that people with learning disabilities experience alarmingly high levels of sight problems, but also unequal access to the eye care they need, leaving many with poor vision or even loss off sight; understands that working age adults with learning disabilities are not automatically entitled to an …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
WORLD ARTHRITIS DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Liz McInnes (Labour - Heywood and Middleton)
That this House recognises that 10 million people in the UK are living and working with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions; further recognises that the pain, isolation and fatigue of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions can affect every aspect of the daily lives of the people living with these conditions, interfering with …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 22
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
SCOTTISH VETERANS FUND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the announcement at the 2016 Armed Forces and Veterans Champions Annual Gathering, held in Glasgow on 10 October 2016, that veterans and ex-service charities in Scotland are to be supported by £600,000 over the next three years from the Scottish Veterans Fund to address a wide …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
11th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
LYME DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that tick-borne infection is one of the fastest growing types of disease in the western world; acknowledges the low standard of care that is being provided to sufferers of Lyme disease in the UK; understands that death may be caused by complications associated with the disease; …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that Huntington's disease is a rare neuropsychiatric illness that is hereditary, with the child of an affected parent having a 50 per cent chance of inheriting the mutant gene; further notes that Huntington's disease affects 12 people out of every 100,000 in the UK, which equates …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ABERFAN DISASTER
Tabled by:
Gerald Jones (Labour - Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare)
That this House sends a message of wholehearted support to the people of Aberfan, Merthyr Vale and surrounding communities in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster on 21 October 1966 that resulted in the loss of 116 children and 28 adults, an event of such unimaginable and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th September 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2016
RESTRUCTURING OF BBC MONITORING SERVICES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House notes that the BBC’s proposal to radically restructure Monitoring services at Caversham Park, Reading, is set to result in the loss of one in three of the workforce; further notes that the Monitoring service surveys the world’s broadcast and print media, selecting and, where necessary, translating reports …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th September 2016
POLAR OCEAN CHALLENGE
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the great British explorer David Hempleman-Adams and his team on-board the 42 foot aluminium hulled yacht, Northabout, for successfully transiting the North East Passage and the North West Passage, thereby circumnavigating the North Pole in a single Arctic summer on 12 September 2016; notes that this …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th September 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
DUNFERMLINE'S HERITAGE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the initiative by local Dunfermline historian, Sheila Pitcairn, in highlighting the importance of the seven Scottish kings, two queens and three princes interned within Dunfermline Abbey; calls on Historic Scotland to recognise the true potential of Dunfermline as a must-see heritage hotspot and as the home …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
DAVID CALVERT - NATIONAL SHOOTING SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates David Calvert on his success at the National Shooting Competition at Bisley, winning the Queen's Prize for shooting for the third time in 15 years; and commends him on his contribution to shooting sports and for being an inspiration to all those involved and wishing to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
5th September 2016
37 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MURDER OF CAROLINE GLACHAN
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 25 August 2016 marked 20 years since the murder of 14 year old Caroline Glachan; recalls that on 25 August 1996, Caroline's body was found in the River Leven near Bonhill in an appalling crime that shocked the local community; expresses regret that 20 years …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
FARES4FREE SUPPORT FOR ARMED FORCES VETERANS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the charity Fares4free which was founded by David Gibson to encourage taxi drivers in Scotland to offer free fares to armed forces veterans; notes that the charity works in partnership with local authorities, agencies and other charitable organisations to tackle loneliness and isolation amongst veterans; applauds …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 3
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
BOEING AND GLOBAL AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE INDUSTRIES
Tabled by:
Jack Lopresti (Conservative - Filton and Bradley Stoke)
That this House celebrates the centenary of Boeing, the largest aerospace and defence company in the world; recognises its important role in the development of the global aerospace and defence industries over the past 100 years; acknowledges its partnerships with and support for a wealth of UK commercial aviation customers …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
20th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY PENTLANDS
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates Dementia-Friendly Pentlands on its recent nomination for Scotland's Dementia Award in the category of Best Dementia-Friendly Community initiative and its continuing work in creating a dementia-friendly Scotland; and encourages the Government to work with devolved parliaments, civic society and pharmaceutical companies to improve the lives of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
TELEGRAPH/ALDI SCHOOL CHAMPION AWARD WINNER, CORMACK O'HARA
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates 15 year old Cormack O'Hara of Newton Mearns on his outstanding achievement in winning a Telegraph/Aldi School Champion Award; notes that Cormack, who attends Williamwood High School, is autistic, and has epilepsy and severe anxiety, which made transitioning to high school two years ago very challenging; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
19th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
PLIGHT OF MINORITIES IN BANGLADESH
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House condemns the recent killings of innocent Hindu priests in Bangladesh; urges the government of Bangladesh to take strong steps to tackle the increasing levels of violence against minority Hindu communities in the region and ensure their safety and security; and urges the Government to encourage the government …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
RECOGNITION OF GENOCIDE BY DAESH
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House expresses profound concern that, despite voting 279 in favour and none against the motion calling on the Government to refer genocidal atrocities of Daesh to the United Nations Security Council on 14 April 2016, still, no such referral has been made; recalls the words of the Secretary …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
DRESS CODES FOR WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the right of employers to determine a dress code for public-facing staff but does not accept that they have a right to insist on the compulsory wearing by female employees of high heels which cause short-term discomfort but long-term conditions such as hallux valgus, bunions and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
AYR CHORAL UNION AND SCOTLAND SINGS MILESTONE AWARD
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that Ayr Choral Union is currently celebrating 140 years of choral singing in Ayr and that, in recognition of this, it has been awarded the Scotland Sings Milestone Award for 2016; and admires the dedication of the choir members in raising the funds required to hire …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
BASTILLE DAY ATTACK IN NICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the murder of 84 innocent people and the causing of injuries to many people in Nice on Bastille Day 2016; conveys its sincere sympathies to France at this time of grief; and further states that the UK as a nation stands shoulder to shoulder with France …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
ANNABEL LLOYD 1949-2016
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes with regret the death of Annabel Lloyd; recognises with gratitude the enormous contribution that she made to the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee over decades of service stretching back to the 1990s and beyond; further notes the sustained hard work involved in preserving the record of Parliament's …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Labour: 2
14th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
RIGHT TO REFUSE TO ADMINISTER EUTHANASIA
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House notes with serious concern the recent news that a nursing home in Belgium has been fined 6,700 euros for refusing to euthanise a resident in its care; further notes the court's ruling that the rest home did not have the right to refuse euthanasia on the grounds …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
13th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
8TH AYR BOYS' BRIGADE COMPANY
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ethan Toner from the 8th Ayr Boys' Brigade Company, based at St James Parish Church in Ayr, who has gained his Queen's Badge; recognises that this is the highest award that a boy can achieve in the Boys' Brigade; notes the opportunities that organisations like the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
CHINA AND ORGAN HARVESTING
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses deep concern over forced organ harvesting being carried out in China; further expresses dismay at the ongoing persecution of Christians in China and that human rights are being denied in Tibet and Hong Kong; and calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to bring these matters …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
SHOOTINGS OF DALLAS POLICE OFFICERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the murder of six Dallas police officers; sends sympathies to the Dallas Police Chief; conveys to the families of the bereaved its thoughts and prayers at this time; and notes its commitment to law enforcement agencies here in the UK, in the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
GWYL GERDD LLANDEILO FAWR FESTIVAL OF MUSIC
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House pays tribute to the organisers of the Llandeilo Fawr Festival of Music held this year at Llandeilo on 9 to 17 July; notes that this is the 16th annual festival of music; congratulates the festival for drawing the world's most renowned opera singers and musicians to Wales; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
GLASGOW AIRPORT 50th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House recognises the 50th anniversary of the opening of Glasgow Airport; notes that the airport was officially opened by HM The Queen on 27 June 1966; welcomes that this important milestone was marked by a visit by HRH The Princess Royal; recognises the recent achievements of Glasgow Airport, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
BORTH RNLI
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House recognises the crucial services that have been provided continuously by the Borth Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for over 50 years; notes and commends the many years of service of its selfless volunteers; further commends the commitment of Dylan Evans who has recently received the 20 Years …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
AUTISM-FRIENDLY SHOPPING AT INTU BRAEHEAD
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes an initiative launched by intu Braehead to make the shopping centre more autism-friendly; notes that staff at intu Braehead have been given specialist training by Scottish Autism to better understand the challenges facing people with autism and what can be done to support them and their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
KILMARNOCK STATION RAILWAY HERITAGE TRUST
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Kilmarnock Station Railway Heritage Trust on being awarded a grant of £149,385 from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that this will be used to fund an initiative to deliver capacity and resilience building to address loss, isolation and loneliness to enable people to connect with the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
11th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
GORDON REID AND WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Gordon Reid from Helensburgh on winning two titles at the 2016 Wimbledon Championships, the men's doubles wheelchair final, playing alongside partner Alfie Hewett, and the inaugural men's singles wheelchair title just 24 hours later, when he defeated Sweden's Stefan Olsson 6-1, 6-4; notes that these Wimbledon …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
EURO 2016 AND WALES
Tabled by:
Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour - Torfaen)
That this House congratulates the Welsh football team on its fantastic performance in UEFA Euro 2016 and on reaching its first major championship semi-final; commends the national team and its supporters for their conduct on and off the field; recognises the hard work and dedication of manager Chris Coleman, the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
RETIREMENT OF NOLEEN DELENEY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Noleen Deleney to the catering services of the House of Commons on the occasion of her retirement from the House after 29 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution in ensuring members feel welcomed and able to carry out …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 24
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
28th June 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CENTENARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME
Tabled by:
Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the Battle of the Somme which began in 1 July 1916 and lasted until 18 November 1916; solemnly remembers the 58,000 British and Commonwealth casualties suffered on the first day and the subsequent 420,000 British, 200,000 French and 500,000 German casualties; recognises the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th June 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO (NO. 3)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the atrocious attacks on the LGBT community in Orlando on 12 June 2016 which resulted in 50 dead and 55 wounded; conveys its deepest sympathies to the families and to the American people at this time; notes that all those impacted by this act of terror …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
CHILDREN HEARTBEAT TRUST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports the Children Heartbeat Trust; commends it for the 127 families it has helped to travel to England for lifesaving surgery and for the assistance it also gives to the wider family circle; and wishes it every success in helping more children in the future.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th May 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
VICTIMS OF IRA LIBYAN SEMTEX
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House believes that it is the first duty of government to protect and promote the interest and well-being of its citizens, and therefore records its dismay at the failure of successive UK administrations to protect and promote the interests of the innocent victims of IRA/Libyan Semtex, their dependents …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
EGYPT AIR FLIGHT MS804
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with sadness the loss of Egypt Air flight MS804 travelling from Paris to Cairo; sends its thoughts, prayers and sympathies at this time of grief to the families of the 66 passengers who lost their lives; and calls on the Government to give every assistance in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th May 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
11th May 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th May 2016
TRANSPARENCY FOR SME LENDING RATES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House acknowledges the value of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to the UK economy; notes that SMEs often have difficulty in securing fair and transparent lending rates; and calls on the Government to require lenders to provide an Annual Percentage Rate on any finance they offer so that …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 28th April 2016
NATO-RUSSIA COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the pragmatic and realistic approach adopted by NATO in its decision to invite Russia to re-establish the NATO-Russia Council; is encouraged by Russian acceptance of the rapprochement; and supports further NATO-Russia Council talks as a continuing step to improving relations and to help avoid unnecessary conflicts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 28th April 2016
RETIREMENT OF STEVE DAVIS OBE FROM PROFESSIONAL SNOOKER
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Steve Davis OBE, an established resident of Romford, upon his recent retirement from the sport on a long and fruitful career in the world of professional snooker ; recalls that he developed his skills at the Luciana Snooker Club in Romford during the 1970s and went …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 28th April 2016
ANZAC DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins with all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and other allies, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 28th April 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House has considered the report of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran; and expresses its concern at the continuing systematic discrimination, harassment and targeting of Bahá'ís and Christians in that country.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
RE-EMPLOY FIFE'S FIRST ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Fife company Re-Employ on its first anniversary; understands that the company was founded by Irene Donaldson and launched on 16 March 2015 following the closure of the Cowdenbeath Remploy factory in 2013; recognises that the workforce is comprised predominantly of individuals with disabilities; acknowledges that Re-Employ …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
PARKINSON'S AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Parkinson's awareness week offers the opportunity for the wider community to become more knowledgeable about those having to deal with the condition; commends the tens of thousands of carers, families and volunteers for Parkinson's UK who are raising millions for the charity on a regular …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
HOUSE OF COMMONS LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House commends the work of the House of Commons Library; acknowledges that as servants of the House, the Library's work is held in the highest esteem by hon. Members on both sides of the House; praises the Library's independence and impartiality; further praises the professionalism and competence of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 15
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
BELFAST BLITZ
Tabled by:
Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House remembers the 75th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz; recalls the comradeship and courage those in Belfast displayed to one another in April 1941, helping to rebuild homes and businesses and providing food and shelter to those who had lost everything; and further remembers the 1,000 people who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
VISIT TO INDIA OF THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House congratulates the royal couple, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, on their first official visit to India, following in the footsteps of their parents, ahead of Her Majesty The Queen's 90th birthday celebrations; recognises the impetus given by the royal visit to the friendship between India and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
13th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
TELEPHONE COLD CALLING
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the massive increase in recent years of the volume of telephone cold calling carried out by sales persons on behalf of a range of commercial companies, to the extent that numerous people, particularly elderly citizens, can receive unwanted telephone calls on a daily basis, sometimes leaving …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
TERRORIST ATTACKS IN LAHORE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the barbaric suicide terrorist attacks on innocent Christians celebrating Easter at Gulshan-e-lqbal Park in Lahore, Pakistan; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; requests that the British Consulate gives as much support as possible to the Pakistani authorities and courts in …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th April 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 25th April 2016
PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes continued efforts by the scientific community to find a cure for Parkinson's disease, including new and experimental efforts to advance research; and reaffirms its commitment to give full support where appropriate to those trying to find a cure for the disease.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th April 2016
ABERYSTWYTH RNLI
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House recognises the essential service that has been provided by the Aberystwyth RNLI since it was first established in 1861; commends the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; welcomes the recognition of Bryan Pugh Jones who was made an Honorary Life Governor by the RNLI …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
EPILEPSY AND PURPLE DAY 2016 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Purple Day 2016, which takes place on 26 March; notes that this is an awareness day dedicated to highlighting sufferers of epilepsy; acknowledges that more than half a million people in the UK have the condition, whilst it affects around 50 million people worldwide; further recognises …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
ROYAL COLLEGE OF NURSING
Tabled by:
Maria Caulfield (Conservative - Lewes)
That this House congratulates the Royal College of Nursing, which supports more than 430,000 registered nurses, midwives, health visitors, nursing students, healthcare assistants and nurse cadets across the UK, in its centenary year; recognises the important contribution the College has made to promoting nursing and to driving excellence and innovation …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 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
22nd March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
NHS DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the announcement by NHS England, Public Health England and Diabetes UK that by 2020 up to 100,000 people in England will be offered places on a nationwide diabetes prevention programme; acknowledges that those referred will receive personalized help on how to reduce their risk of Type …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
INCLUDE ME 2 CLUB, EAST RENFREWSHIRE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the valuable work of Include Me 2 Club, based in Barrhead East Renfrewshire; congratulates members, volunteers and supporters on a successful first five years; recognises the dedication of those who organise this weekly social club in the local community for adults with learning, physical and mental …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
DUNFERMLINE ADVOCACY-WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the importance of Dunfermline Advocacy who work with vulnerable adults with learning difficulties across West Fife, particularly in light of World Down Syndrome Day, held on 21 March; commends it for providing invaluable support friendship, giving service users a chance to be represented and their voice …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF DISAPPEARANCE OF REBECCA CORIAM
Tabled by:
Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House notes that 22 March 2016 marks five years since Rebecca Coriam, of Chester, disappeared whilst working on the Bahamas-registered Disney Cruise Lines vessel, Disney Wonder, sailing between the USA and Mexico; further notes that a cursory investigation into her disappearance was conducted by the ship's captain and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
MS THERAPY CENTRE RECEIVE QUEENS AWARD
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Tayside MS Therapy Centre in Dundee which has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; commends the group of volunteers who have been dedicated to improving the lives of sufferers of multiple sclerosis since 1982; notes that the group, which was formed to use hyperbaric oxygen …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE DISCOVERY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House recognises the work of researchers at the University of Dundee who have identified a key mechanism that damages the cornea in Meesmann epithelial corneal dystrophy, a rare blinding disorder which is passed from parents to their children; notes the collaboration of scientists at the University of Dundee, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
FAIRY BOX CHARITY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Fairy Box, a charity that has collected and distributed toys to hospital-bound children throughout Scotland for the last 10 years; notes the dedication and relentless hard work by the charity's volunteers to deliver a unique gift box to a countless number of children in order to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
7th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th March 2016
SWANSEA
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes its appreciation of Swansea and her people; further notes that Swansea is the birthplace of world renowned poet Dylan Thomas, global star Catherine Zeta-Jones and one of the world's greatest footballers, John Charles, and that it is founded on the copper industry known as Copperopolis; acknowledges …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
SAFEGUARD THE NATIONAL ANTHEM OF WELSH SPORT HEN WLAD FY NHADAU
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes the well-established tradition that Hen Wlad fy Nhadau is the national anthem of Welsh sports teams and competitors; recognises the important role the anthem plays in uniting the Welsh nation, bringing Welsh and non-Welsh speaking citizens together; is concerned about a campaign to initiate another over-arching …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
CITIZENS ADVICE NETWORKS AND ASSISTANCE WITH PRIVATE PARKING CHARGES
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the important work carried out by Citizens Advice networks across the UK in highlighting that the private parking industry, with the assistance of the DVLA and a flawed system of industry self-regulation, is increasingly acting as a mechanism for debt creation; notes the response to Written …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Glasgow Film Festival (GFF) took place from 17 to 28 February 2016; recognises that this year's GFF, which was hosted in the Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) and several other iconic venues across Glasgow, hosted 60 UK film premieres and recorded over 42,000 admissions to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS IN TIBET AND CHINA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
This House notes with grave concern that Tibet has been ranked the 208th worst place out of 209 for freedom and human rights in 2015 in a report by the US-based pressure group Freedom House, behind countries with notoriously poor human rights records, such as North Korea, Somalia and Saudi …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
ORGAN HARVESTING IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Chinese government to end organ harvesting from all prisoners as this practice contravenes world medical guidelines; calls on the Government to work on legislation so that UK individuals and organisations do not unknowingly consent to the crime of human harvesting; and calls for the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
COMPENSATION FOR WAR WIDOWS
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the changes announced in 2014 which allowed war widows or widowers who lost their spouse or cohabiting partner in service in the armed forces before 6 April 2005, and had not remarried by 1 April 2015, to retain their war widow pension for life regardless of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
25th February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
CAPTAIN ERIC BROWN CBE DSC AFC ROYAL NAVY (No.2)
Tabled by:
Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative - Mid Sussex)
That this House pays tribute to the late Captain Eric Melrose "Winkle" Brown CBE DSC AFC Royal Navy for his outstanding service to our country, to naval aviation and to the cause of reconciliation; notes that he flew more aircraft types, 487, than any other person in the world, a …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st March 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st March 2016
RECORD COPIES OF ACTS
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House disagrees with the conclusion of the House of Commons Administration Committee in its First Report of Session 2015-16, and regrets the decision by the House of Lords to discontinue the use of vellum for printing Acts of Parliament; further regrets that the views of individual hon. Members …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 20
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th February 2016
SUPPORT FOR ROYAL NAVY AND ROYAL MARINES SERVICE LEAVERS
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate service charities and those charities and the Armed Forces of the Crown; accordingly welcomes the launch of the Shipmates and Oppos programme for the support of all Service Leavers of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their Reserves; congratulates …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
ATC AND CCF 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates the Air Training Corps (ATC) and the Combined Cadet Force (RAF) on reaching their 75th anniversary on 7 February 2016; notes that the ATC and the CCF promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force, that they also provide training which …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
BOKO HARAM (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the violent attacks by Boko Haram in which huts were firebombed, burning people, including children, to death in Dalori village in North East Nigeria; and calls on the Government to give all medical and military assistance to the Nigerian government and authorities.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
2nd February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
SINKING OF THE PRINCESS VICTORIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 63rd anniversary of the sinking of the Princess Victoria; recalls the bravery of the crew, and in particular that of Sir Len White who died trying to save passengers; and remembers the 133 people who died in what was the UK's worst peacetime sea tragedy.
31 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
SIR TERRY WOGAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House mourns the death of national treasure, Sir Terry Wogan; fondly remembers the broadcasting legend that he was and the years of pleasure he brought to the airwaves and to television; and conveys its deepest sympathies to his family at this time of immense grief and sadness.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
26th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
UN AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN NORTH KOREA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes the statement of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 22 January 2016; welcomes his call for the international community to further all efforts to improve the human rights situation in the country; concurs …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
FIRE AT MZUZU UNIVERSITY, MALAWI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with regret news of a fire at Mzuzu University in northern Malawi, in late December, which destroyed the university library and its stock of at least 45,000 books; further notes that the University was established in 1997 as Malawi's second national public university, and has admitted …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
26th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
GENOCIDE IN SYRIA AND IRAQ
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House is appalled by the beheadings, crucifixions, shootings, burnings, other murders, torture, rape and extensive violence being perpetrated by Daesh or IS against Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq on the basis of religion and ethnicity; observes that this disgusting behaviour clearly falls within the definition …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
AUSTRALIA DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes that 26 January marks Australia's national day, commemorating the anniversary of the day on which Captain Arthur Philip in 1788 unfurled the union flag at Sydney Cove; recognises the strong historical bonds reinforced through the military, sport, the media and the arts, and the shared heritage …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
DAVID BOWIE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House extends its deepest sympathies to the family of David Bowie; notes he was a musical companion to many for more than 40 years; remembers his fantastic music; and celebrates his musical legacy which will live on for generations to come.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
APPOINTMENT OF NEW SERJEANT AT ARMS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the appointment of Kamal El-Hajji as the new Serjeant at Arms; notes that Mr El-Hajji is the first ever ethnic minority Serjeant at Arms in the 601 year history of the position; acknowledges the fine job that Bob Twigger did as acting Serjeant at Arms; and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
7th January 2016
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
COMMEMORATING HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Highgate)
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
21st October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016
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
16th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
ROYAL LANCASTER INFIRMARY
Tabled by:
David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this house notes that on Saturday 5th December 2015 there was a major incident called at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary to deal with the effects of Storm Desmond; further notes that the storm caused flooding and a power outage which meant the Royal Lancaster Infirmary was running on a …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
16th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House respects the unrivalled professionalism, skill and commitment of all support staff employed on the House of Commons estate; acknowledges that all hon. Members receive invaluable help from the entire workforce, from doorkeepers and police officers to the library team and postal service, from catering staff to staff …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
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
15th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
CHRISTMAS MESSAGE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers those who at this time of year, in particular, face persecution and discrimination for their religious beliefs; recognises that, despite these difficulties, the true message of Christmas will reach such people of faith no matter where they are and what difficulties they might face; and wishes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SEA GEM DISASTER
Tabled by:
Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham)
That this House notes that 27 December 2015 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Sea Gem disaster in which 13 workers were tragically killed and five injured when the Sea Gem drilling rig collapsed and tipped over, throwing workers into the icy waters of the West Sole oil field, some …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
TIM PEAKE'S PRINCIPIA MISSION TO THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION
Tabled by:
David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House congratulates astronaut Tim Peake on his Principia mission and on joining the International Space Station crew for Expedition 46/47 on 15 December 2015; notes that Tim Peake will be the first British European Space Agency astronaut to visit the International Space Station, where he will spend six …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th December 2015
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AT CHRISTMAS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House encourages families and friends to take extra care and be aware of the importance of electrical safety, especially in the homes of elderly relatives and friends, as the Christmas period approaches.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th December 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th December 2015
CUPAR IN BLOOM
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Cupar in Bloom on its outstanding and continued success in the Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom awards; recognises the significance of achieving a Gold Award and the discretionary Young People's Award; and commends the tireless efforts of the voluntary committee and its close association with …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd November 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th 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
18th November 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2015
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 …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2015
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Nicholas Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Awareness Month across the UK and that 13 November 2015 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters for the various activities being carried out to raise awareness of the disease during November 2015, including Pancreatic …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd November 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd November 2015
CO-OPERATION BY SERVICE CHARITIES
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate Services Charities: accordingly, welcomes the recent battlefield tour, for wounded veterans of all ages, to Ypres, organised and run by The Not Forgotten Association in co-operation with the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association and Combat Stress; acknowledges, in this Great …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
20th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd November 2015
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on being named Scottish University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide; recognises that the University has been ranked top in Scotland in many of the most influential rankings and surveys produced in the higher education sector …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
20th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 2nd November 2015
PLANNED PROTEST AT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House, whilst it recognises the right to protest, notes its concern, and the concern of some patients, regarding planned protests outside the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, concerning the hospital's name; believes that hospitals are a place for patients, patients' families and staff to go about their business …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th October 2015
BATTLE OF ARRAS (1917) - SCOTTISH MEMORIAL MONUMENT
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House pays tribute to the sacrifice of the 53,000 Scottish soldiers, enlisted in the 9th, 15th and 51st Scottish divisions as well as other Scottish regiments within the Canadian and British divisions, who fought and lost their lives in the Battle of Arras on 9 April 1917; notes …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th October 2015
ACCESS TO DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY TREATMENT, TRANSLARNA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the draft guidance published by NICE to not approve the Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment called Translarna at this stage; acknowledges that NICE has requested further data on cost and information from the latest phase of the clinical trial from PTC Therapeutics, the pharmaceutical company which manufactures …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th October 2015
THE LIAM CHARITY
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House congratulates The Liam Charity for its fantastic work in raising awareness of suicide prevention for teenagers and children, and on nearly reaching its target of raising £100,000 for the NSPCC's ChildLine service; and commends in particular the work done for the charity by Aaron Hearne who has …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th October 2015
SPECIAL GUARDIANS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises the valuable care undertaken by Special Guardians, including grandparents, appointed as such under Special Guardianship Orders under the Children Act 1989; believes that Special Guardians should be publicly congratulated on the fulfilment of their caring responsibilities, which are often carried out in very difficult personal circumstances; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th October 2015
EPILEPSY PASSPORT
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House congratulates the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) on the launch of the Epilepsy Passport following the recommendation to introduce an Epilepsy Passport in the Child Health Review on Epilepsy by RCPCH in September 2015; welcomes the resolution of the World Health Organisation that stressed …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th October 2015
FREEDOM OF RELIGION IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to request that the Burmese government reviews the recently published series of bills that would restrict freedom of religion or belief for Buddhists, Christians, Muslims and other people; expresses concern on the effect of that legislation on the forthcoming …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
13th October 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th 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
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th 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
17th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
COMMONWEALTH YOUTH GAMES 2015
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates the Scottish and other young athletes who compete in the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games in Apia; admires their dedication; welcomes their role as ambassadors for their nations; and recognises that they provide an inspiration for everyone who believes in the power of sport to break down …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2015
USE OF THE TERM EUROPEAN UNION
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House deprecates the frequent use of the term Europe when what is meant is the European Union; considers Europe to be a wonderful continent of great nations and great peoples, of great beauty and culture, and that the European Union is simply a political structure covering many of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
SUE RYDER DEE VIEW COURT CENTRE
Tabled by:
Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House congratulates the recent funding boost of £9,980 by Awards for All Scotland to further improve the facilities for neurological rehabilitation at the Sue Ryder Dee View Court centre in Aberdeen; acknowledges the vital and life-changing impact of high-quality neurological rehabilitation and treatments for people suffering with complex …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
16th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
CENTENARY OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE
Tabled by:
Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House congratulates the Women's Institute (WI) on reaching its centenary year; highlights the fact that the first meeting of the WI in the UK took place in Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, on 16 September 1915; notes that the Llanfairpwll WI is still an active and treasured part of the Anglesey …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
16th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE TO BANKIE TALKING NEWSPAPER
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the volunteers at Bankie Talking Newspaper Clydebank on being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the highest form of recognition for voluntary organisations; believes that Bankie Talk carries out invaluable work in supporting blind and visually-impaired people by giving its service users access to information …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
16th September 2015
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
GAS SAFETY WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 14 to 20 September 2015; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign plays each year in bringing attention to the fact that carbon monoxide is a silent killer that is odourless and colourless and can kill quickly with no warning; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
ST ANDREWS DEBATING SOCIETY EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews Debating Society on its recent success in winning the European Championships, and in particular the winning team Alex Don and Ruaraidh MacIntosh who finished first and second on the tab; notes the importance of debating at school and university as an …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
11th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
BANK CLOSURES IN RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House is concerned at the number of bank branches that are being closed across rural areas; is alarmed at the large areas of rural Britain without access to a local bank branch; recognises the limitations of many of the alternatives, such as provision of mobile banking facilities, the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
ST KILDA SWIM 2015
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates the members of the St Kilda swim team 2015 who swam from St Kilda to Hushinish on Harris, a distance of 60 miles; notes that seven swimmers swam for 35 hours accompanied by three kayakers and a three-person support boat crew; further notes they raised over …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND HOSPICE'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that St Margaret of Scotland Hospice this year celebrates its 65th anniversary of delivering palliative care to the community of Clydebank and across the West of Scotland; congratulates the staff, management team and many volunteers for ensuring that the hospice maintains its high level of care …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
8th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
WORLD DUCHENNE AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises that World Duchenne Awareness Day on 7 September 2015 offers the opportunity to create greater knowledge of that condition; offers congratulations to Laura Smith, a mother from Limavady, who was declared the Muscular Dystrophy UK champion for her outstanding work in highlighting the incurable form of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th September 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 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
21st July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2015
MISS ROSIE HANCOCK
Tabled by:
David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House notes that Morecambe Bay Community Primary School teacher, Miss Rosie Hancock, has been awarded a silver prize in the Pearson Education teacher of the year awards; and congratulates Miss Hancock for all of the fantastic work she has done to be awarded a prize for being one …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
21st July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2015
PAUL'S PLEDGE
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House commends the Paul's Pledge campaign which works to campaign against alcohol-fuelled violence; praises the work of Paul Pugh on this campaign who was left in a coma for two months following an unprovoked assault outside a pub in 2007 for which four men were jailed; further commends …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
21st July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
ASSISTANCE GUIDE DOGS AND ACCESS TO SERVICES
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a recent guide dogs survey revealed that 75 per cent of assistance dog owners have been refused access to businesses and services because they are accompanied by their dog, most notably taxi and private hire vehicle providers; notes that it is illegal for a …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
COMPENSATION FOR THALIDOMIDE VICTIMS
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that the campaign to persuade the German government to provide adequate compensation for victims of Thalidomide is at a crucial stage; recognises that this compensation is needed to cover the medical costs of their condition which occurred as a result of the drug manufactured by the …
114 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
END OF PRODUCTION FOR THE LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Tabled by:
Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House records with great pride the production of the two-millionth Land Rover Defender; salutes the extraordinary achievement of Land Rover's designers and workers in creating a world-renowned British classic; and notes with great sadness the end of an era as production draws to an end, but looks forward …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
CONTAMINATED BLOOD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the ongoing hardship and challenges faced by those infected with contaminated blood in the 1970s and 1980s; and encourages the Prime Minister to implement promised arrangements to distribute an additional £25 million to those affected as soon as is practicable.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 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
16th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
DUNOON PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Dunoon Primary School pupils, Olivia Robertson, Lewis MacKay and Aidan Purdie, on winning the 2015 Kodu Kup, a competition open to all children aged between seven and 14, with their game Rural Racers at the final of the UK-wide game creation competition, held at the headquarters …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 1
15th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
KING'S OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS AND GALLIPOLI DAY
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that 12 July 2015 marked the 100th anniversary of what is known as Gallipoli Day, when more than 300 officers and men of the King's Own Scottish Borderers were killed, with 42 of them from the town of Kelso; laments the fact that this was the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates the Royal and Ancient Golf Club on hosting the 144th Open Championship on the historic Old Course at St Andrews, the Home of Golf; notes that this is the 29th time The Open has been played on the Old Course, making it the most frequent host …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
14th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
LANDROVER DEFENDERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that it is the end of the road for Landrover Defenders; acknowledges that, for many, this is the end of an era, with the final month's production of what has affectionately been called the Queen's favourite bone rattler; and salutes the passing of what was regarded …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
13th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 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
21 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 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
14th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015
PREVENTION OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) is an illegal practice in the UK and that legislation includes the offences of taking a British national or a permanent resident abroad for FGM; further notes that FGM still is an offence under the Human Rights Act; …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
7th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
DUNCANRIG SECONDARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Duncanrig Secondary School, East Kilbride, from which Sian Oo won the English Speaking Union Speakers' Corner Challenge on Thursday 11 June 2015 and from which Kate Kane and Sian Oo won the Glasgow Bar Association Debating Tournament on 9 June 2015.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
ENGLAND WOMEN'S FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the England Women's Football Team on its outstanding performance throughout the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and in particular its impressive third-place play-off, beating Germany 1-0 to take home the bronze medal; and notes that the conduct and determination of these athletes on and off the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
GLASGOW UNIVERSITY'S CHARLES KENNEDY MEMORIAL FUND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of a Memorial Fund by Glasgow University in honour of the late Rt hon. Charles Kennedy MP; recalls the enduring connection Charles Kennedy had with the university as a student, President of the University Union, recipient of an honorary doctorate and latterly as Rector …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
CALLING TIME ON NUISANCE CALLS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that too many members of the public are bombarded with nuisance calls and texts which is a huge issue of concern; is aware that the Which? campaign, Calling Time on Nuisance Calls and Texts, found that eight in 10 people said that cold calls were an …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
SUCCESS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on its continued success in higher education league tables; notes that St Andrews was recently ranked first in Scotland and third in the UK for a second year in a row by The Guardian University Guide; further notes it was ranked …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
30th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
SEND MY FRIEND TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN (NO 2)
Tabled by:
Liz McInnes (Labour - Heywood and Middleton)
That this House applauds the work of the Send My Friend to School campaign, which has brought together thousands of school children across the UK to speak up for the right to education and to remind world leaders of their promise that all children should get the chance to go …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
30th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its most sincere congratulations to Queen's University Belfast for its excellent and ongoing research which has resulted in the development of new drugs to help fight cancer; and acknowledges the importance of such research and development undertaken by Queen's University Belfast and other institutions throughout the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
30th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
BATTLE OF WATERLOO
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers the Battle of Waterloo two centuries ago this month; honours the 27th Inniskilling Fusiliers who were the antecedents of today's Royal Irish Regiment and who fought so bravely to defeat Napoleon at Waterloo; pays homage in particular to the Duke of Wellington, a native of Ireland …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
29th June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th July 2015
GREECE AND THE EURO ZONE
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House considers that the current crisis engulfing Greece and the Eurozone has demonstrated beyond argument that the single currency project is fundamentally flawed and that modern national economies need their own currencies capable of flexing their international values as vital instruments of macroeconomic policy together with domestic interest …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th June 2015
EU REFERENDUM AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY FOR WALES ELECTION
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House notes the Government's commitment to a referendum on UK membership of the EU; recognises the importance of allowing the public time fully to consider the issues and implications surrounding the EU referendum debate; further recognises the importance of ensuring focused and adequate debate on the issues facing …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd June 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th 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
28th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
WOMEN'S FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Tabled by:
Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House congratulates Liverpool and Nigerian footballer Asisat Oshoala who is the first player to win the new BBC World Service award, Women's Footballer of the Year; recognises the important role she plays as an ambassador for women's football, Nigerian football, and Liverpool Football Club; commends the BBC for …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
28th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
165th ANNIVERSARY OF ST MARY'S UNIVERSITY, LONDON
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates St Mary's University in London on its 165th anniversary; welcomes the installation of Cardinal Vincent Nichols as Chancellor of the University on 27 May 2015; and looks forward to the continuing successful growth of the University and its contribution to higher education in the UK.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th 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
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
HARRY CLASPER
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House welcomes the production by North Eastern playwright Ed Waugh of the play ‘Hadaway Harry', which celebrates the achievements of Harry Clasper and his team who became world rowing champions in June 1845; recognises that their great efforts enabled them to hold their position intermittently over the next …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th 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
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 26)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Jonathan Peter Hetherington, 14 Signal Regiment (Electronic Warfare), aged 22, from South Wales, Corporal Bryan James Budd, 3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, aged 29, from Ripon, Lance …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 27)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Sergeant Paul Bartlett, Royal Marines, aged 35, Captain Jim Phillipson, 7 Parachute Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, aged 29, from St Albans, Hertfordshire, Lance Corporal Peter Edward Craddock, 1st Battalion …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 25)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Marine Richard J Watson, 42 Commando Royal Marines, aged 23, from Caterham, Surrey, Marine Jonathan Wigley, 45 Commando Royal Marines, aged 21, from Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, Marine Gary Wright, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 24)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Private Johan Botha, 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment, from South Africa, Private Damian Wright, 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment, aged 23, from Mansfield, Private Ben Ford, 2nd Battalion The …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 22)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Drummer Thomas Wright, 1st Battalion The Worcestershire and Sherwood Forresters, aged 21, from Ripley, Derbyshire, Guardsman Neil 'Tony' Downes, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, aged 20, from Manchester, Lance Corporal …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 20)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Steven 'Jamie' Fellows, 45 Commando Royal Marines, aged 28, from Sheffield, Marine Damian Davies, aged 27, Sergeant John Manuel, aged 38, from North East England, Corporal Mark …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 23)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of James Thompson, Trooper Ratu Sakeasi Babakobau, Household Cavalry Regiment, aged 29, from Fiji, Trooper Robert Pearson, The Queen's Royal Lancers Regiment, aged 22, from Grimsby, Senior Aircraftman Graham Livingstone, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 21)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Sergeant Jonathan Mathews, The Highlanders, 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, aged 35, from Edinburgh, Lance Corporal Kenneth Michael Rowe, Royal Army Veterinary Corps, aged 24, from Newcastle, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 19)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Christopher Harkett, 2nd Battalion The Royal Welsh, aged 22, from Swansea, Marine Michael 'Mick' Laski, 45 Commando Royal Marines, aged 21, from Liverpool, Corporal Tom Gaden, 1st …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 18)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Major Sean Birchall, 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, aged 33, Lieutenant Paul Mervis, 2nd Battalion The Rifles, aged 27, from London, Private Robert McLaren, The Black Watch, 3rd Battalion The …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 17)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Guardsman Christopher King, 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards, aged 20, from Birkenhead, Liverpool, Captain Daniel Shepherd, 11 Explosive Ordnance Disposal Regiment, The Royal Logistic Corps, aged 28, from Lincoln, Corporal …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 16)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Fusilier Shaun Bush, 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, aged 24, from Warwickshire, Sergeant Paul McAleese, 2nd Battalion The Rifles, aged 29, from Hereford, Private Jonathon Young, 3rd …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 12)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Rifleman Daniel Holkham, 3rd Battalion The Rifles, aged 19, from Chatham, Kent, Lance Corporal of Horse Jonathan Woodgate, Household Cavalry Regiment, aged 26, from Lavenham, Suffolk, Sergeant Steven Campbell, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 14)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Tommy Brown, The Parachute Regiment, Lance Corporal Christopher Roney, A Company, 3rd Battalion The Rifles, aged 23, from Sunderland, Lance Corporal Michael David Pritchard, 4th Regiment, Royal …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 11)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Andrew Breeze, B (Malta) Company, 1st Battalion The Mercian Regiment (Cheshire), aged 31, from Manchester, Private Jonathan Monk, 2nd Battalion The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment, aged …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 15)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Corporal Nicholas Webster-Smith, Royal Military Police, aged 24, from Glangwili, Staff Sergeant Olaf Sean George Schmid, Royal Logistic Corps, aged 30, from Truro, Corporal Thomas 'Tam' Mason, the Black …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 13)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Kingsman Sean Dawson, 2nd Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, aged 19, from Ashton-under-Lyne, Manchester, Rifleman Mark Marshall, 6th Battalion The Rifles, aged 29, from Exeter, Lance Sergeant Dave …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 8)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Private John Howard, 3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, aged 23, from Wellington, New Zealand, Guardsman Christopher Davies, 1st Battalion Irish Guards, aged 22, from St Helens, Merseyside, Ranger Aaron …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 10)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Marine David Charles Hart, 40 Commando Royal Marines, aged 23, from Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, Bombardier Samuel Joseph Robinson, 5th Regiment Royal Artillery, aged 31, from Carmarthen, Private Thomas …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 6)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Paul Watkins, 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's), aged 24, from Port Elizabeth, Republic of South Africa, Highlander Scott McLaren, The Highlanders 4th Battalion the Royal Regiment …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 7)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Private Daniel Steven Prior, 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, aged 27, from Peacehaven, East Sussex, Lance Corporal McKee, 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment, aged 27, from Banbridge, County …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 9)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Sapper Ishwor Gurung, 69 Gurkha Field Squadron, 21 Engineer Regiment, aged 21, from Pokhara, Nepal, Sapper Darren Foster, 21 Engineer Regiment, aged 20, from Carlisle, Rifleman Remand Kulung, 1st …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 5)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Sapper Elijah Bond, 35 Engineer Regiment Royal Engineers, aged 24, from St Austell, Rifleman Sheldon Lee Jordan Steel, 5th Battalion The Rifles, aged 20, from Leeds, Private Thomas Christopher …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Lance Corporal Jamie Webb, 1st Battalion The Mercian Regiment, aged 24, from Wythenshawe, Kingsman David Robert Shaw, 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, aged 23, from Barrow-in-Furness, Sapper …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 4)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Guardsman Jamie Shadrake, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, aged 20, from Wrexham, Wales, Lance Corporal Matthew David Smith, Corps of Royal Engineers, aged 26, from Aldershot, Lieutenant Andrew Robert Chesterman, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No. 3)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Corporal Jack Leslie Stanley, The Queen's Royal Hussars, aged 26, from Bolton, Sergeant Luke Taylor, The Royal Marines, aged 33, from Bournemouth, Lance Corporal Michael Foley, Adjutant General's Corps …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
FATALITIES IN AFGHANISTAN (No.1)
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House salutes the bravery of the armed forces who served in Afghanistan and records with sorrow the deaths of Captain Thomas Clarke, aged 30, from Cardiff, Flight Lieutenant Rakesh Chauhan, aged 29, from Birmingham, Warrant Officer Class 2 Spencer Faulkner, aged 38, Corporal James Walters, aged 36, from …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th March 2015
VAT ON WOMEN'S SANITARY PRODUCTS
Tabled by:
Charlotte Leslie (Conservative - Bristol North West)
That this House is concerned about the level of Value Added Tax (VAT) levied on women's sanitary products, such as tampons and sanitary towels; notes that, whilst female sanitary products are subject to a five per cent rate of VAT, shaving razors are subject to a zero per cent rate, …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th March 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd March 2015
SECONDARY EDUCATION IN POWYS
Tabled by:
Roger Williams (Liberal Democrat - Brecon and Radnorshire)
That this House views with concern the proposals of Powys County Council to close secondary schools and sixth forms in Brecon and Radnorshire; notes that closing schools will add to the cost of transport and very long journey times for pupils; believes that many pupils will opt to be educated …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
17th March 2015
Julian Lewis signed this EDM on Thursday 19th March 2015
INDIA'S DAUGHTER AND ENDING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the very powerful effect of Leslee Udwin's documentary, India's Daughter, inspired by the Indian peoples' response to the gang rape of a 23 year old medical student, Jyoti Singh, as demonstrated by the resulting month-long protests of men and women from all walks of life; further …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
4th March 2015
Julian Lewis 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