Katrina Murray's 16 Early Day Motions
27th March 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 28th March 2025

900th anniversary of Stirling

Tabled by: Chris Kane (Labour - Stirling and Strathallan)
That this House notes the conclusion of a year of celebrations marking the 900th anniversary of Stirling being granted Royal Burgh status by King David I; recognises the breadth and diversity of events that have engaged communities across Stirling in celebrating its rich heritage, including the Walking of the Marches, …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
27th March 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 27th March 2025

Chryston High School wind band

Tabled by: Katrina Murray (Labour - Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch)
That this House congratulates Chryston High School wind band for winning a gold award at the Scottish Concert Band Festival final, which was held in Perth Concert Halls on 15 March; and recognises that their achievement is even more significant as this was the first time the band had competed …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
17th March 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th March 2025

Open University in Scotland Director Susan Stewart

Tabled by: Richard Baker (Labour - Glenrothes and Mid Fife)
That this House notes the upcoming departure of Susan Stewart as Director of The Open University in Scotland after nine years at the helm; believes that throughout her tenure Susan has made a substantial contribution not only to the university but the wider higher education sector; commends Susan’s commitment to …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
19th March 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 19th March 2025

Grace Collective production of Oor Hoose O'er There

Tabled by: Katrina Murray (Labour - Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch)
That this House congratulates Kirkintilloch based Grace Collective on their performance of Oor Hoose O’er There in Hillhead Community Centre on Friday 14 March 2025; and notes that this was the culmination of a project which started with a group of people sharing lived experiences as a therapy developed into …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd March 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th March 2025

Baroness Smith of Gilmorehill

Tabled by: Graeme Downie (Labour - Dunfermline and Dollar)
That this House congratulates Baroness Smith of Gilmorehill on her retirement from the House of Lords; thanks her for her over 30 years of service in the other place promoting social justice, opportunity and the importance of democracy; believes her work in setting up the John Smith Memorial Trust in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th February 2025
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 5th March 2025

Sir Tom Clarke CBE

Tabled by: Frank McNally (Labour - Coatbridge and Bellshill)
That this House commends Sir Tom Clarke CBE for his six years of service as Chair of Coatbridge Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Board of Trustees; notes that Sir Tom’s stellar career in public and community service spans six decades, with his chairmanship of the Coatbridge CAB succeeding a successful career …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
10th December 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th December 2024

25th anniversary of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House congratulates the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) on its 25th anniversary; commends its outstanding contribution to supporting former coalfield communities across the UK in the aftermath of the devastating pit closure programme; recognises the dedication and tireless efforts of CRT staff and volunteers, whose work has transformed thousands …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th December 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 10th December 2024

Kilsyth Primary School

Tabled by: Katrina Murray (Labour - Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch)
That this House congratulates the pupils and staff of Kilsyth Primary School on not only achieving the Digital Schools award but also earning recognition as a Digital Mentoring School; congratulates the winner of the Make It Happen Club App Design Challenge, Primary 7 pupil Louise Carberry who has seen her …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 29th November 2024

Treating retail workers with kindness during the festive trading period

Tabled by: Chris Kane (Labour - Stirling and Strathallan)
That this House welcomes the press and social media campaign from the Scottish Retail Consortium and Usdaw which is urging Scots to be kind, considerate and respectful to retail workers and fellow customers when shopping this Christmas; notes that the festive period can be an especially complex and challenging time …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024

Violence against women and girls

Tabled by: Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House marks 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and White Ribbon Day 2024; recognises that violence against women and girls is the most pervasive breach of human rights in the world; further recognises that women and girls around the world face violence, …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th November 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM on Monday 25th November 2024

Care for PANS and PANDAS

Tabled by: Michelle Scrogham (Labour - Barrow and Furness)
That this House is concerned about the severe impact the post-infectious neuropsychiatric disorders Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Paediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) have on children, young people and families across the UK; notes that the impact is exacerbated by low levels of awareness and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2025)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd October 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Kilmarnock FC prize at the 2024 Best Kept War Memorial competition

Tabled by: Lillian Jones (Labour - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Kilmarnock FC on winning the Satellite Memorial with gardens prize at the 2024 Best Kept War Memorial competition; and thanks to Kilmarnock's branch of the British Royal Legion Scotland and club Ambassador Raymond Montgomerie for their contribution.
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2024

Death of Lord Leitch of Oakley

Tabled by: Graeme Downie (Labour - Dunfermline and Dollar)
That this House notes with sadness the death of the Lord Leitch of Oakley; remembers that he grew up in a council house in Oakley in West Fife; recalls his success in setting up successful technology businesses employing thousands; believes he leaves a lasting legacy of public service and business …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th October 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th October 2024

65th anniversary of the Auchengeich colliery disaster

Tabled by: Frank McNally (Labour - Coatbridge and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that Wednesday 18 September 2024 marked the 65th anniversary of the Auchengeich colliery disaster; respectfully remembers the 47 men who perished in a fire caused by faulty equipment in the mine; recognises that 41 women were widowed, 76 children lost their fathers and countless family members …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th October 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 12th September 2024

Cumbernauld's Bloomin' Wild

Tabled by: Katrina Murray (Labour - Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch)
That this House congratulates the community groups, conservation organisations, community councils and individual volunteers of Cumbernauld's Bloomin' Wild on their receipt of the Silver Gilt Medal and coming first in the Small City Category of the Beautiful Scotland Awards; notes that whilst Cumbernauld was designated as a New Town in …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
29th July 2024
Katrina Murray signed this EDM on Monday 2nd September 2024

Andy Murray's legacy

Tabled by: Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the remarkable tennis career of Andy Murray as he plays his last professional tournament at the Paris 2024 Olympics, including winning three Grand Slam singles titles, two Olympic Gold medals, leading his country to Davis Cup success and achieving the world No 1 ranking; recognises that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1