22nd May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 24th May 2024
Farewell to Jurgen Klopp
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House congratulates Jurgen Norbert Klopp on his outstanding nine years as Manager of Liverpool FC; celebrates his achievements in winning the UEFA Champions League in 2018-19, UEFA Super Cup in 2019, FIFA Club World Cup in 2019-2020, English Premier League in 2019-2020, in the Club's first Premier League …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 24th May 2024
Essentials guarantee and minimum income guarantee
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports calls to implement an essentials guarantee into Universal Credit to ensure no one goes without life’s essentials; commends the Trussell Trust and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation on their Essentials Guarantee campaign; congratulates these organisations on securing more than 150,000 petition signatures in support of the campaign; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
7th February 2024
73 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2024
Public ownership of water
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House condemns the mismanagement and underinvestment which led to untreated sewage being discharged into English waterways for more than 3.6 million hours in 2023; notes that water companies in England have incurred debts of more than £64 billion and paid out £78 billion in dividends since they were …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Rana Plaza in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks that on 24 April it is 11 years since the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which killed at least 1,132 workers and injured more than 2,500, a large proportion of whom were women in what was one of the worst industrial accidents …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 8
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
2nd May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Allocation of levelling up funding
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House notes with concern the amount spent by local authorities of all parties on bids for levelling up funding that have been unsuccessful; further notes that levelling up funding has not been allocated to the areas with highest levels of deprivation; notes that levelling up funding has not …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
2nd May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
46th anniversary of the murder of Altab Ali
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks the 46th anniversary of the racially motivated murder of the 25-year-old textile factory worker, Altab Ali, on 4th May 1978; notes that in the 1970s far right activity and racism was prevalent in East London and that Asian and Black people were frequently attacked; recognises that …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
30th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Wheelchair rugby
Tabled by:
Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat - Glastonbury and Somerton)
That this House congratulates Josh Payne-Gover’s success in wheelchair rugby; wishes him the best of luck in achieving a place in the Team GB squad for the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028; notes the high financial cost of equipment necessary to participate in wheelchair rugby; praises Josh’s successful campaign to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Two-child benefits limit
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises the new research from the End Child Poverty Coalition which highlights the extent to which the two-child limit impacts single parents and families with disabled children; notes that 20% of all households impacted by the two-child limit are families with at least one disabled child, which …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Diversion schemes for drug-related offending
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House endorses the recognition from Dame Carol Black and the Home Affairs Committee that improved use of diversion schemes, where police deal with low-level offending without the involvement of courts, can be an important tool in reducing drug-related crime; pays tribute to the pioneering work of Police-led Drug …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
UK’s national minorities
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House marks the 10th anniversary of the UK Government recognising the Cornish as a national minority through the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities; notes that this landmark decision set out numerous obligations including support for language and culture, education and the media, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Childcare for working parents
Tabled by:
Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes the importance of affordable childcare to enable parents, especially mothers, to work; further notes the important contribution of migrants to the economy; welcomes the intention behind the expansion of childcare support for working parents which is currently being rolled out; also notes however that this support …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th May 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2024
Trans+ History Week
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House welcomes the first ever Trans+ History Week; notes that this groundbreaking initiative is aimed at educating and celebrating the millenia-old history of transgender non-binary gender-diverse and intersex individuals; and further acknowledges that the achievements of trans+ people deserve recognition.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 2024
Building societies
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House recognises the financial and emotional hardship experienced by vulnerable, elderly building society customers and their families through being introduced by building societies which they trusted to firms offering unregulated wills and trusts; acknowledges that the products sold were unsuitable and failed, with investments that did not match …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2024
Price cap on baby milk formula
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
This House recognises the impact that food price inflation has had on family budgets in recent years, with annual inflation of 19.1% to March 2023, which was the highest rate of food inflation in 45 years; notes with dismay that some retailers have taken to placing baby milk formula under …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2024
Border Force staff at Heathrow Airport
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses support and solidarity to members of the PCS union taking industrial action against their employer, Border Force, at Heathrow Airport; notes that on 29 April around 250 staff are being forced out of their current jobs on passport control as the Home Office have indicated they …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th April 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024
The cost of private rent in England and rent controls
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the huge cost of private rents in England and increase in private rents since private tenancies were deregulated and section 21 no-fault evictions were introduced under the Housing Act 1988; recognises the challenges with accurately estimating average private rents but further notes historical data points to …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th April 2024
Shrewsbury to London Euston Avanti West Coast service
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House understands that rail operator Avanti West Coast is intending to withdraw its daily direct service between London Euston and Shrewsbury from June 2024; notes with concern that if this service is withdrawn it would mean that the county of Shropshire has no direct rail service to London; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Workers Party of Britain: 1
26th March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Access to State Pension for people with a terminal illness
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House notes that people with terminal illnesses cannot currently access their State Pension until their retirement age; recognises that this is the case even for individuals who have made full National Insurance contributions; acknowledges that poverty rates are disproportionately high amongst the terminally ill; commends research by Loughborough …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Pre-1997 non-indexed company pensions
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
This House notes that over 500,000 former employees of 3M and other businesses including American Express, Hewlett-Packard, Chevron and Wood Group face massively-reduced pensions from their pre-1997 contributions, as current legislation only index-links contributions from 1997; further notes that, according to the Bank of England, between 2008 and 2023, former …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th March 2024
Four-day working week
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House understands the importance of exploring the possibility of a shorter working week, including a four-day week, which trials have shown can benefit workers, employers, the economy, society and the environment; recognises that companies in the world's biggest four-day week trial saw healthy growth, with an average revenue …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
4th March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th March 2024
Fracture liaison services and osteoporosis
Tabled by:
Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this House notes 50% of women and 20% of men over 50 will suffer a fracture due to osteoporosis; further notes 81,000 people of working age suffer fractures every year and that a third of sufferers will have to leave their jobs as a result; highlights the invaluable work …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2024
Pay transparency
Tabled by:
Rebecca Long Bailey (Independent - Salford)
That this House considers that the lack of pay transparency is one of the causes of gender, disability and ethnic pay gaps; notes that 75 per cent of job applicants would be more likely to apply for a role that included a salary range and 62 per cent of candidates …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th March 2024
Serco contracts
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House condemns the Ministry of Justice's plans to hand a further £200m of public money to Serco; notes Serco's extensive record of failures, monitoring people with GPS technology; further notes that this contract replaces a prior contract with Capita; notes that since 2020 the Home Office has been …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2023
63 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 21
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
9th February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2024
Achieving clean air
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 15 February marks the anniversary of the death of Ella Roberta Adoo-Kissi Debrah who became the first person to have air pollution listed on her death certificate, and extends its deepest sympathies to her family; notes that air pollution is associated with conditions like asthma, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2024
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome awareness
Tabled by:
Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Wyre)
That this House notes that Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) is an autonomic nervous system abnormality where sitting, standing and exercise can cause symptoms including shortness of breath, chest pain, brain fog, dizziness, pain, fainting, vomiting and fatigue; recognises that many people suffer a combination of symptoms, which can be chronic …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2024
Mortgage prisoners
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the new campaign launched by the UK Mortgage Prisoners Action Group which calls for urgent and sweeping legislative reforms to mortgages to avert further homeowner crises and go some way to righting the current wrongs; understands that there are nearly 200,000 mortgage prisoners who are still …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th February 2024
LGBT History Month 2024
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House recognises and celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2024; welcomes this month-long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history; notes that LGBTQ+ people have a long history of making incredible contributions to the UK; further notes that LGBTQ+ History month is …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
6th February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th February 2024
Provision of council homes at social and living rents
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that providing grants to enable councils to deliver much-needed homes at social and living rents would save the exchequer money in the medium and long-term; recognises that, under the self-financing settlement package for council housing introduced in 2012, councils were made to take on over £8 …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
31st January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st February 2024
LGBT+ History Month
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises February 2024 as LGBT+ History Month; notes this year’s theme of UnderTheScope, which aims to recognise the work of LGBT+ people in healthcare and medicine; celebrates the amazing contributions the LGBT+ community make to British society, including staff in the NHS, social care, research and other …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
1st February 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st February 2024
Jay Abatan
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern that 25 years after Jay Abatan was killed in a racist attack in Brighton his murderers have still not been brought to justice; notes that Sussex police have apologised to Jay Abatan's family for the multiple failures in the way the investigation was conducted, as …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th January 2024
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
8th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Short-term medical evacuation of children from Gaza
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House welcomes the work of Saving Gaza's Children, an NGO dedicated to supporting the children of Gaza to receive life-saving and time-critical, emergency medical care required as a result of the Israel-Gaza conflict by identifying children in dire need of medical evacuation and securing their evacuation to host …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Short-term lets
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House acknowledges the Government’s consultation on introducing a different category of planning use for short-term lets; notes that this consultation ended last June; recognises the urgency and importance of action to introduce a separate category of planning use for short term lets as the government has promised; further …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Fuel poverty
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with huge concern the figures from National Energy Action which has estimated that the total number of households across the UK in fuel poverty increased from around 4 million in summer 2020 to 6.7 million in October 2022 and expects it to reach 7.5 million households …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Council funding
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses its deep concerns about the future of local government funding and the cuts which have been imposed on local authorities by the Government, which on average amount to a 40% decrease in funding; highlights the comments made by some council leaders who have expressed their concerns …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Arms to Israel
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House notes with deep concern that UK-made military equipment and technology is being used by Israel, including in its most recent bombardment of the occupied Gaza Strip which has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries; expresses alarm at reports by the UN Commission of Inquiry on the …
91 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 36
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th January 2024
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 8
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th 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
22nd January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th January 2024
Right to Buy (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that around 2 million council homes in England have been sold off to private individuals well below market value since the inception of the Right to Buy in 1980; further notes these homes were built using public money to create an essential collective asset fundamental to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
19th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 19th January 2024
Right to Buy
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
This House notes that around 2 million council homes in England have been sold off to private individuals well below market value since the inception of the Right to Buy in 1980; further notes these homes were built using public money to create an essential collective asset fundamental to the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024
Sub-postmasters
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House notes the increased awareness of the life-changing injustices experienced by sub-postmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; further notes it is now known as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in British history; notes with concern that sub-postmasters have served custodial sentences, suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
8th January 2024
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th January 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
19th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2024
Palestinian family visa scheme
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that at least 18,000 civilians have already been killed by the bombardment and siege of Gaza alongside an escalating death toll in the West Bank; further notes that 60 per cent of buildings in Gaza have been flattened and hospitals and schools bombed, food, water and …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
18th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2023
Members of Parliament (Oil and Gas Companies) Bill
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Members of Parliament (Oil and Gas Companies) Bill on 13 December 2023; supports the Bill’s aims of prohibiting Members of Parliament from working for or receiving any financial or other benefit from oil and gas companies as well as its call for …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023
Specialist paediatric dentists
Tabled by:
Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this House notes the shortage of specialist paediatric dentists in the UK and the prolonged waiting times for children's dental procedures; highlights that specialist paediatric dentists provide comprehensive oral healthcare for children and adolescents, including those with special care needs; further highlights that they undergo three years of additional …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
14th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023
Oral health strategy for children
Tabled by:
Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this House notes that tooth decay is one of the most common causes of hospital admission in young children, despite the fact that it is a largely preventable disease; expresses concern that, according to Government statistics, as of 2022, 23.7% of five year-olds in England experienced dentinal decay, with …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM 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
11th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th December 2023
Adult literacy
Tabled by:
Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this House recognises that poor literacy skills and illiteracy can consign adults to insecure and low-paid work, lead to poverty and isolation and leave them vulnerable to exploitation; further recognises that people who struggle to read and write can face difficulty in accessing housing, social security, health and care …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th December 2023
The Pensions Regulator pay
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House deplores The Pensions Regulator’s (TPR) failure to pay staff in line with the civil service pay remit guidance; regrets that TPR is the only civil service employer of 212 employers to do so, imposing only a 3% pay rise instead of the recommended 4.5 - 5%; further …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 8th December 2023
Household Support Fund
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House calls on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to extend the Household Support Fund beyond March 2024 in his next Budget; notes that the removal of the fund will have the largest impact on the most vulnerable members of society including those most affected by inflation; further notes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2023
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 7th December 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
5th December 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2023
Pay for Royal Fleet Auxiliary Seafarers
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to the commitment and dedication of the 1,700 civilian seafarers, including trainees, at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA); is concerned that nearly fifteen years of pay restraint is having a negative effect on recruitment, retention, training and industrial relations in the RFA; notes that inflation …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
28th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th November 2023
70 years of Panorama
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates 70 years of Panorama, that first appeared on screens on 11 November 1953; highlights how loved the programme is and the light it sheds on some of the world's most talked about events, including crime, international affairs, health, politics and social matters; notes the exploration of …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
28th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023
Launch of The Rational Policy-Maker’s Guide to the NHS report
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House welcomes the publication of the report The Rational Policy-Maker’s Guide to the NHS; supports the report’s main conclusions that the NHS is the best and most cost-effective healthcare model yet to be demonstrated in practice in an advanced economy, that the current serious underperformance of the NHS is …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th November 2023
Anniversary of the Bhopal gas leak
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House remembers 2 and 3 December 1984, when a Union Carbide factory leaked ultra-toxic chemical methyl isocyanate across sixteen square miles of the city of Bhopal, India, exposing 573,000 people to poison gases; deplores the continuing suffering in Bhopal 39 years after the world's worst industrial disaster; recognises …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023
COP28
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that COP28 in Dubai marks a critical moment in efforts to secure a liveable future; expresses profound alarm that, according to the UN, governments plan to produce double the amount of fossil fuels in 2030 than is consistent with limiting global heating to 1.5 degrees and …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
27th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023
The Fire Brigades Union's DECON Campaign
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises the exceptional work of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) to protect firefighters against toxic contaminants and prevent cancer; commends Professor Stec and her team at the University of Central Lancashire for leading Britain’s first major study into the link between cancer and fire contaminants; congratulates the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023
Rwanda asylum scheme and the UK's legal obligations
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House celebrates the role the United Kingdom has played in helping to shape the international rules based order, including its contribution to the drafting and early ratification of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) in the aftermath of the horrors of WWII; notes the recent judgment of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
27th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 27th November 2023
Free school meals
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that free school meals ensure millions of children get a hot and healthy meal each day; is concerned that children whose families meet financial eligibility requirements, but receive their education other than at school, do not benefit from these meals; congratulates both Brighton and Hove City …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 24th November 2023
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Paulette Hamilton (Labour - Birmingham Erdington)
That this House acknowledges that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month; recognises that survival rates in the UK still lag behind much of the rest of Europe and the World; notes that pancreatic cancer is difficult to detect and that diagnosis takes too long with slow processes and multiple tests …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Local Housing Allowance and housing supply
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool Wavertree)
That this House acknowledges the endemic housing crisis which now affects all communities across the country and the unsustainable rent increases across the private rented sector; affirms the current inadequacy of Local Housing Allowance, frozen since April 2020; believes that Local Housing Allowance has not kept pace with rising rents; …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2023
Veterans Day bank holiday
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House wishes to honour the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces with a new bank holiday on the day after Remembrance Sunday; notes that many countries have a dedicated Veterans Day public holiday; recognises that, by international standards, the UK is amongst the countries with the fewest …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
7th November 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th November 2023
Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
17th October 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2023
Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 36
Independent: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
11th September 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th September 2023
UK manufactures of Lower Carbon Construction vehicles
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
This House welcomes the Government’s decision to review the lower weight limits being imposed on greener volumetric mobile concrete plants (VCMs) as a first step to reversing regulations that are devastating a great British manufacturer, threatening 15,000 skilled jobs in 137 constituencies, contributing £380 million to the UK economy; further …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
4th July 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th July 2023
Palestinians facing persecution
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House recognises that the Palestinian people are under unprecedented attack; notes that the Israeli Government, one of the most right-wing in its history, has launched its biggest military incursion in the West Bank in two decades, is announcing thousands of new illegal settlements on a regular basis, continuing …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 9
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th June 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th July 2023
Nuclear test veterans
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the treatment of nuclear test veterans in Scotland and the rest of the UK; notes their continuing battle for justice and recognition for their role; further notes with disappointment the latest delay to the issuing of a medal to these veterans; further acknowledges their ongoing anger …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th June 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2023
Pride Month 2023
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House celebrates Pride Month 2023 and the LGBTQ+ community; recognises that generations of LGBTQ+ people have had to fight for the rights they have today; regrets that this year’s Pride Month is taking place in a climate of heightened hostility, particularly towards trans people; is deeply concerned that, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th June 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th June 2023
Durham Miners' Gala 2023
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House celebrates the Durham Miners’ Gala, also known as the Big Meeting, on Saturday 8 July 2023; believes that the Durham Miners’ Gala is the greatest celebration of working-class solidarity in the world; recognises the contribution mineworkers have made to the working-class movement throughout history; recognises the contribution …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th June 2023
Withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the growing number of European countries withdrawing from the Energy Charter Treaty including France, Germany, Spain and Italy; is deeply concerned about the increasing number of legal cases from fossil fuel companies brought against countries introducing climate policy; notes with concern the impact these legal challenges …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th March 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th May 2023
Pension entitlement for women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with great concern that women born in the 1950s have been found to have been subjected to direct discrimination and maladministration as a consequence of having their entitlement to receive their state pensions at 65 revoked; further notes that 3.8 million women have been adversely affected …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Independent: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th May 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th May 2023
Statutory Assessment Tests
Tabled by:
Mike Amesbury (Independent - Runcorn and Helsby)
This House notes that the Y6 SAT reading tests on 10 May were not acceptable; notes they had a negative impact on children, left many visibly upset and made many children feel like failures because they could not finish the tests; notes SATs have a negative impact on children’s mental …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
24th April 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th April 2023
Section 21 evictions
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House urgently calls on the Government to proceed with their 2019 manifesto and Queen’s Speech promises to abolish section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, otherwise known as no fault evictions; notes that section 21 evictions are increasingly used by landlords, with the ONS finding that threats of …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th April 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 24th April 2023
Anniversary of the Kinder Scout mass trespass
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 24 April marks the anniversary of the Kinder Scout mass trespass; acknowledges that this trespass united the campaign for access to the countryside and eventually contributed to the establishment of the UK’s first national parks through the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th April 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 24th April 2023
20th anniversary of shooting of Tom Hurndall
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House notes that April 2023 marks twenty years since 22 year old British photojournalist, Tom Hurndall, was shot in the head by an Israeli army sniper as he tried to rescue Palestinian children from the line of gunfire in Gaza; further notes that he died in January 2004 …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
1st March 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2023
BBC Local Radio services and industrial action
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the overwhelming mandate for industrial action secured by members of the National Union of Journalists at the BBC, following an industrial action ballot over the Corporation’s plan to cut local radio services in England; notes that the figures of 83 per cent voting for strike action …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th March 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2023
Prison education
Tabled by:
Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House notes the importance of prison education being at the heart of rehabilitation, and its power to unlock potential and reduce reoffending; is alarmed by the dire state of prison education, with experts and authoritative bodies including the Chief Inspector of Prisons, Ofsted and the Education Select Committee …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th 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
8th March 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 8th March 2023
Peoples' Democratic Party in Turkey
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses concern over the court case against the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) in Turkey which could result in its closure; notes this would be in violation of the European Convention on Human Rights and prevent a democratically elected party from participating in politics; calls on the international …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th February 2023
NAO report and Common Platform
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes the National Audit Office's report on Progress on the Courts and Tribunals Reform Programme, which identifies numerous areas of concern around the Common Platform case management system, including tens of millions of pounds of financial waste and major problems of functionality and reliability; further notes the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
20th February 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th February 2023
Judgment on Bahrain state immunity
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House welcomes the High Court’s landmark ruling that the Kingdom of Bahrain does not have state immunity in a case brought by two UK-based Bahraini dissidents against the Bahraini government over spying allegations involving the use of spyware, which enabled it to conduct surreptitious surveillance on Bahraini political …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd February 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 2nd February 2023
Pay offer for Members' staff
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes after years of below inflation pay increases to MPs staff that the 2023-24 pay offer of 4.9 per cent from the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority is grossly inadequate; supports the Unite Parliamentary branch's demand for a RPI plus two percent pay increase; recognises a 2020 independent …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
16th January 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st January 2023
Dartmoor National Park
Tabled by:
Richard Foord (Liberal Democrat - Honiton and Sidmouth)
That this House celebrates 75 years of the Ten Tors challenge on Dartmoor; values the important contribution outdoor activities have on people’s mental and physical health; fully supports the Countryside Code and the principles that preserve our green spaces; believes that everyone has a right to access and enjoy our …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2023
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 20th January 2023
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia for use in Yemen
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing devastation of the war on Yemen, which has repeatedly been named one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the world since the Saudi-led Coalition first launched airstrikes in March 2015; further notes that the Government continues to allow arms sales to Saudi …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th October 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th January 2023
Universal basic energy allowance
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House believes the Government’s Energy Price Guarantee is socially unjust and fails to set the UK on the path to an energy secure future; expresses concern at estimates by National Energy Action that 6.7 million households could be pushed into fuel poverty, increasing from 4.5 million last year; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th October 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th January 2023
TUC Congress 2022 resolution on the cost of living
Tabled by:
Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes the TUC General Council Statement and associated motions on the cost-of-living crisis agreed at TUC Congress on 18 October 2022; agrees with the statement that workers are facing a real pay emergency; further agrees with its statement that a trade union agenda for change would be …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 9th December 2022
Funding for fire and rescue services
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises and celebrates the significant role firefighters play in society, particularly in the face of increasing extreme weather events and the part they played during the pandemic that included delivering medicines to the vulnerable, supporting the ambulance service and moving the bodies of the deceased; further recognises …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
6th December 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2022
Free school meals
Tabled by:
Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House notes that 3.9 million children are growing up in poverty and that the cost of living crisis is estimated to push another 500,000 children into poverty; recognises that free school meals ensure millions of children get a hot, healthy meal each day, but that as millions of …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th November 2022
Campaign for justice for the victims of the Bhopal gas leak
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House remembers the terrible disaster that took place on 2 December 1984 in Bhopal, India, when a major poisonous gas leak from the Union Carbide pesticide plant resulted in more than 600,000 people being exposed to the highly toxic methyl isocyanate gas; notes that Amnesty International has stated …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2022
BBC local radio programming
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House condemns the proposed cuts to BBC local radio programming which will see programming shared between regions after 2pm and on weekends; applauds the role of BBC local radio stations in democratic accountability, combating isolation and responding to crises such as covid-19 and local emergencies; questions for what …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Safe passage for refugees
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House commends the work of PCS and Care4Calais and the launch of their policy document Safe passage for refugees: humane alternative to the Rwanda policy; notes the key demands include the implementation of a safe passage visa scheme, greater investment in the Home Office and the reform of …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th July 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 14th November 2022
Media reporting of poverty
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House recognises the importance of journalism in reporting poverty in the UK; condemns any use of derogatory language which can lead to negative stigmatising; notes that this issue is of ever-increasing importance as the working class face a cost of living crisis and the Government's Fighting Fraud in …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th November 2022
Domestic Abuse and workplaces
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House note that domestic abuse involves a pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner; recognises that domestic abuse can have profound long-term effects on survivors and is concerned that is very difficult …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th November 2022
Domestic Abuse and public life
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House notes that domestic abuse involves a pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour, including sexual violence, in the majority of cases by a partner or ex-partner; understands that not all domestic abuse takes place in the home or during a current relationship and that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th November 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th November 2022
Arrest of journalists at protests
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
This House notes with alarm the arrest and detention of the LBC journalist, Charlotte Lynch, on the suspicion of causing conspiracy to commit public nuisance during her coverage of a Just Stop Oil Protest, despite showing police officers a legitimate press accreditation; notes that she was detained for a total …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 27th October 2022
Reduction in civil service employment
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns Government plans to cut 91,000 jobs from the civil service over the next three years; notes that departmental spending levels for the next three years have only recently been issued, following a process of assessing future staffing requirements; is angered to have learnt of these plans …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th October 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th October 2022
NHS and privatisation
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House believes that privatisation of the NHS has failed, it has led to a crisis in the NHS with higher waiting lists, decisions made on cost not health needs, has led to billions of pounds being taken by private profit making companies at the expense of services; further …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
27th October 2022
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th October 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2022
Brazil’s Presidential Election run off on 30 October 2022
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House congratulates Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on winning the first round of Brazil’s Presidential election on 2 October 2022; notes that Lula received 48 per cent of the vote and gained over six million more votes than the incumbent, far-right President Jair Bolsonaro who came second on …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
11th October 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2022
Financial restitution to women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many Members across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; notes that at least 3.8 million women have been impacted by the …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Independent: 14
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2022
Animal-free science and animal tests
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that the UK remains one of the countries in Europe consistently with one of the highest numbers of animal experiments, with over 2.88 million animals tests taking place in 2020 alone; is disappointed that UK legislation no longer contains a commitment to the final goal …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 17
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th June 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2022
Ban on the Import of Foie Gras
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House condemns the production of foie gras by force-feeding ducks and geese which causes severe physical and psychological pain for the animals involved; welcomes the continued ban on production of foie gras in the UK; and calls on the Government to introduce the promised ban on the import …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
12th July 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th July 2022
Political violence and presidential election in Brazil
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House expresses its deep concerns about reports of political violence against representatives of the Workers’ Party in Brazil ahead of this October’s Presidential election; notes that the far-right Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and his cabinet ministers, nearly half of whom are military generals, have made repeated threats against the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th July 2022
Planned coalmine in Whitehaven, Cumbria
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by Government plans to approve the first new coalmine for 30 years in Whitehaven, Cumbria, in order to supply steelworks; notes that industry figures say there’s no demand for the mine, and that a former British Steel Chief Executive has warned the plans will delay …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th July 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2022
Stockport Pride 2022
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House wishes that the upcoming Stockport Pride on 31 July 2022 is a great success; congratulates Stephen Bowyer, the Stockport Pride organising team and all the volunteers for their hard work in arranging the event; recognises the work Stockport Pride does to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ equality in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2022
Maximum temperature in the workplace
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that recent surveys of workplace health and safety representatives show that high temperatures are one of their top concerns; regrets that workers in the UK have no guaranteed legal safeguards from working in uncomfortable high temperatures, and that the consequences of this range from dizziness, tiredness, …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th June 2022
Ukraine debt cancellation
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House recognises the devastating impact of the Russian invasion on the economy of Ukraine; notes the need for all the country’s resources to be mobilised to support the humanitarian response and military defence; notes that the total external debt of Ukraine is $54 billion and that Ukraine is …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th May 2022
79 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
25th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 24th June 2022
Artificial Intelligence in the entertainment industry
Tabled by:
Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South and Mid Down)
That this House supports Equity’s campaign, Stop AI Stealing the Show, which seeks to strengthen the rights of performers and other creative workers in response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence across the entertainment industry; acknowledges that whilst there are benefits to the use of artificial intelligence for those …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 16th June 2022
Storage of US nuclear weapons in the UK
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House is deeply concerned that the United Kingdom has been added to the United States’ list of nuclear weapons storage site locations in Europe and that, according to information released by the United States' government, these storage sites are being upgraded; is concerned that this signals a change …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 9
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th June 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2022
Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller History Month 2022
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House notes that during the month of June 2022 it is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month; further notes that a key theme in 2022 is What Makes a Home?; recognises that what makes a home can mean different things to different peoples and cultures, with homes to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2022
Killing of Shireen Abu Akleh
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is shocked by the killing of Al-Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces whilst reporting on raids in Jenin; extends its sincere condolences to her family and colleagues who are devastated? by her death; is appalled that this widely-respected, brave and committed journalist was hit by …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd May 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2022
Reducing levels of PM2.5 pollution
Tabled by:
Angela Eagle (Labour - Wallasey)
That this House recognises the danger that high levels of air pollution pose to human health; acknowledges the importance of reducing air pollution as quickly as possible; and urges the Government to commit to reaching annual levels of fine particulate matter in line with the World Health Organization’s interim target …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th April 2022
Right to roam
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 24 April marks the 90th anniversary of the mass trespass onto Kinder Scout; acknowledges that this trespass united the campaign for access to the countryside and eventually contributed to the establishment of the UK’s first national parks through the National Parks and Access to the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th March 2022
88 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd March 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
Access to telemedical abortion care beyond September 2022
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House is dismayed by Government plans to end the availability of telemedical abortion care services for early medical abortions up to 9 weeks and 6 days gestation, beyond September 2022; notes that access to this temporary service during the covid-19 lockdowns was crucial to ensuring that women needed …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
NICE guideline on endometriosis diagnosis and management
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House urges the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to review and update guideline NG 73 on endometriosis diagnosis and management and to begin the process of doing so before the end of 2022; notes that endometriosis affects one in ten women and those assigned female …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
28th February 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
World Seagrass Day
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates World Seagrass Day and recognises the important role of seagrass restoration as a nature-based solution to the climate and biodiversity crisis; further recognises the vital role of seagrass meadows as marine powerhouses in terms of increasing biodiversity, as a blue carbon store, as a way of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 24th March 2022
P&O Ferries and DP World
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the decision of P&O Ferries to fire 800 staff without notice or consultation with their trade unions, the RMT and Nautilus; demands the immediate reinstatement of the sacked workers; condemns their replacement with agency workers earning as little as £1.80 per …
125 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th March 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 14th March 2022
Atalian Servest cleaners and the West Coast Mainline
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House supports cleaners employed by Atalian Servest who are members of the RMT union and taking industrial action in support of better pay, sick pay and travel facilities; notes that these cleaners, who clean trains and stations on the West Coast Mainline, have worked throughout the pandemic at …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
10th September 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th February 2022
Introducing a Wealth Tax
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes that almost a quarter of all household wealth in the UK is held by the richest one per cent. of the population; further notes that the wealth of UK billionaires increased by £106 billion since the start of the pandemic; believes that it is unjust that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
A wealth tax as an alternative to National Insurance increases
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House calls on the Government to abandon its regressive plans for a 1.25 percentage point increase in National Insurance contributions; believes this will add to the cost of living crisis people are already experiencing as a result of big increases in energy bills, high inflation, real-term wage cuts …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
31st January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022
Bearskin caps and the armed forces
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its concern that the ceremonial bearskin caps worn by members of the armed forces, most notably at the annual Trooping the Colour parade, involve the unnecessary slaughter of black bears; notes that each bearskin ceremonial cap costs the Ministry of Defence over £1,700 and sees no …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 23
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022
Human rights in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is concerned by continuing serious human rights violations in Bahrain, including the ongoing arbitrary detention and inhumane treatment of prisoners of conscience, including Abduljalil al-Singace, Hassan Mushaima, Abdulwahab Hussain, Abdulhadi al-Khawaja and Sheikh Ali Salman; notes that Freedom House in its 2021 report rated Bahrain as not …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st February 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st February 2022
Universities' staff pensions
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that the University and College Union (UCU) and members are in industrial dispute over a prospective cut in pension entitlement for lecturers of 35 per cent; further notes that the University Superannuation Scheme (USS) was last valued during the 2020 pandemic and needs re-evaluation to account …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th February 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 9th February 2022
Maxmur refugee camp
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House condemns the aerial bombardment of civilian areas in Iraq and Syria by Turkish forces during the night of 1 February 2022 resulting in at least two deaths and many serious injuries; understands that the areas targeted included the UN registered Maxmur Refugee Camp and villages in Shengal, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Stuart Delivery couriers
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with deep concern that key worker couriers working for JustEat subcontractor Stuart Delivery have seen their pay cut and working conditions deteriorate during the covid-19 pandemic, despite those key workers putting their own lives at risk and providing a vital service to the public; notes that …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 7th February 2022
One year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Stepney)
That this House, on the one year anniversary of the military coup on 1 February 2021 in Myanmar (Burma), condemns the crimes against humanity perpetrated by the Myanmar military against the people of Myanmar; stands in solidarity with the Burmese people opposing the military coup; notes in horror the increased …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st February 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 1st February 2022
Housing emergency
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern that the Government is providing insufficient grant for building council housing; that the current policy encourages the building of homes which charge so-called affordable rent, in reality unaffordable for many; encourages the conversion of social rent homes to affordable rent, leading to tenants in …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd February 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 28th January 2022
Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned at reports that the Department for Transport may sign a National Rail Contract with Govia Thameslink Railways to run the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise; notes that Govia, the majority shareholder of Govia Thameslink Railways, was stripped of the Southeastern franchise in September …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
27th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
Get Me Home Safely campaign
Tabled by:
Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House notes that shift work is widespread in many industries, especially hospitality, and can often entail late-night working; further notes that many workers, especially women, are increasingly worried about their safety travelling to and from work at night; believes that, while employers may feel their duty of care …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
6th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th January 2022
Post Office Horizon compensation scheme
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House believes that the 555 litigants, who won civil proceedings against Post Office Ltd in 2018-19, should not be excluded from the Post Office Horizon compensation scheme; that the exclusion of these litigants from the compensation scheme is having and will continue to have a direct and devastating …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 56
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 14
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
15th December 2021
26 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th January 2022
NHS privatisation
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses dismay at the Government’s White Paper, The Future of Health and Care, published on 11 February 2021 which rubber stamps the US care models for the UK; notes that the Bill is a Trojan horse for deregulated privatisation and that language on integrated care championed by …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Independent: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th January 2022
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 17th January 2022
Compassion, respect and integrity in politics
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House condemns the organisation of social gatherings and events at Downing Street during the periods of covid-19 lockdown; further condemns the lack of transparency from the Government regarding the parties and reluctance to disclose attendance; believes that when Members and Ministers do not acknowledge or apologise for making …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
15th November 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th November 2021
Student loan repayment threshold
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses its concern about proposals to lower the threshold at which students repay their student loans; notes that the average student leaves university with £50,000 worth of debt and is currently required to start paying off their student loan when they earn £27,295 a year; further notes …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
28th October 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 28th October 2021
Pizza Express tips policy
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
This House is alarmed to hear that front-of-house staff at Pizza Express have seen a sizeable cut to their income since May 17 2021, the day restaurants reopened after lockdown; notes that the 30 per cent previously deducted from waiting staff tips for kitchen staff was increased to 50 per …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th October 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
18th October 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 25th October 2021
US-UK-Australia military pact
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes with concern the Prime Minister’s announcement on 14 September 2021 of the AUKUS military pact; further notes that this is likely to escalate tension in the Far East and that military manoeuvres and sanctions in the Indo-Pacific region have already led to concerns about the threat …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th September 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 25th October 2021
Deregulated bus transport
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned with the adequacy of deregulated bus services in England outside London; notes the near unanimous consensus that the current system is not delivering for passengers and the multitude of reports finding as such; further notes that in England alone, average fares have increased 403 percent …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th July 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 25th October 2021
Protecting grasslands at COP26 and beyond
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House recognises that species-rich grasslands offer ways of reducing the impact of greenhouse gases that cause climate change by reducing flooding risk, locking up pollutants and acting as critical ecosystems for pollinators and supporting sustainable and resilient farming; regrets that in the last 100 years the UK alone …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd September 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th October 2021
Staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members
Tabled by:
Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House recognises and celebrates the efforts of staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members; applauds their efforts on behalf of constituents, particularly during the course of the covid-19 pandemic when workloads have increased enormously; specifically thanks caseworkers who have recently worked tirelessly to aid people stranded in Afghanistan …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th October 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
£15 an hour minimum wage campaign
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House congratulates Labour Party conference delegates for committing to support the policy of a £15 an hour minimum wage; notes that 14.5 million people in the country are living in poverty, the vast majority of whom are in working households; further notes that 5.5 million workers in the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 8
Alba Party: 1
18th October 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Lakhvinder Ricky Reel
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House continues to expresses its heartfelt sympathy with the family of the late Lakhvinder Ricky Reel who died in suspicious circumstances in 1997 after being racially attacked in Kingston, Surrey; is appalled to learn that his family were spied upon by undercover police officers; acknowledges that over 100,000 …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th October 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 30th September 2021
Suppression of democratic opposition in Turkey
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House calls on Turkey to end its attacks on democracy and democratically elected politicians, trade unions, human rights advocates, journalists, academics, and lawyers; notes the intensifying suppression and criminalisation of democratic opposition in Turkey by the AKP Government under President Erdogan; further notes that opposition MPs, particularly HDP …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th June 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 13th September 2021
The fur trade in the UK
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Call for Evidence on the fur trade in the UK; urges the Government to introduce legislation to ban the import and sale of fur in the UK having first banned fur farms more than 20 years ago, something that is possible now that the UK …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
6th September 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th September 2021
The Ministerial Code and the conduct of the Prime Minister
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House believes that trust in the ministerial code has been eroded by the actions of the Prime Minister; further believes that the Prime Minister should no longer be the guardian of the code as he has been shown to lack the moral aptitude needed; and therefore calls for …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 37
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th July 2021
Public scientific hearing on animal experiments
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House applauds the new Animal Sentience Bill, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Scarlett; is shocked to see the harrowing exposé showing thousands of …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th July 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 1st July 2021
Importance of youth work
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes the incredible work and dedication of youth workers across the UK who have been supporting young people throughout this pandemic when all other support networks have been closed or have been inaccessible; further notes the decision by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd June 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Local government workers pay rise
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House is appalled by the 1.5 per cent pay increase offered to local government workers, which amounts to as little as £1.03 per day for some workers and is in real terms a pay cut; applauds the incredible effort those workers have made during the covid-19 pandemic, continuing …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd June 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd June 2021
Rise of anti-Indian racism
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House welcomes the contributions of Indians to British society; condemns the racism they face on a daily basis; calls on key institutions to urgently address this type of prejudice; recognises the 1.3 million Indians who fought for Britain during WWI and have contributed greatly to all levels of …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th June 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 14th June 2021
Rental reform
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the announcement in the 2021 Queen's Speech for greater protection of tenants; notes that the 2019 and 2018 Queen's Speeches contained a commitment to abolish Section 21 of the Housing Act which allows for a no-fault eviction; further notes that an estimated 694,000 private tenants have …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 27th May 2021
Arms export licences for sales to the Israeli Military
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern the recent granting of and use of extant UK licences for the export to the Israeli military of categories of arms and arms components including military technology and components for aircrafts, helicopters, and drones, as well as grenades, bombs, missiles, armoured vehicles, tanks, ammunition, …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th May 2021
Universal Basic Income pilot in Wales
Tabled by:
Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House applauds the Welsh Government for committing to a Universal Basic Income (UBI) pilot in Wales; thanks all the Senedd candidates who signed the pledge for UBI ahead of May's elections; acknowledges that the current system of social security provision in the UK is not sufficient to provide …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th May 2021
Protests in Colombia
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House expresses profound concern on reports of excessive use of force by the Colombian police, against overwhelmingly peaceful social protests as confirmed by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights across Colombia from 28 April 2021, as part of a national strike; believes the right …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 30
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th May 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 17th May 2021
Lift the Ban campaign
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House recognises the injustice of preventing people seeking asylum from working; notes that the £5.66 asylum seekers receive a day is far below what is required to live on; further notes that asylum seekers can wait months for a decision on their asylum claim; supports the Lift the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2021
40 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
28th April 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Alleged enforced disappearance of political prisioners in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House views with concern the reported attack by Bahraini police on political prisoners in Jau Prison on 17 April 2021; notes that reported attack was in response to a sit-in by inmates protesting deteriorating prison conditions and the death of political prisoner Abbas Mallallah; is aware that approximately …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
27th April 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Trial of HDP Leaders in Turkey
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House regrets the erosion of democracy which has taken place under President Erdogan in recent years amid the arrests of elected politicians and party activists; notes its concern at recent reports that lawyers defending HDP politicians against charges which include attacking the integrity of the state have been …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th April 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Misuse of antibiotics in animal agriculture
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House draws attention to the routine use of antibiotics on healthy farm animals in the UK and around the world in order to compensate for diseases, stress and injuries sustained while being held in sub-standard, overcrowded or confined farming conditions; highlights the potential for antibiotic resistance out of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st April 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Youth Mobility Scheme
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House recognises the benefits of the Youth Mobility Scheme which allows young people to live, work and study in the UK for up to 24 months; notes the importance of that scheme to the development of young people’s understanding of different countries and cultures; further notes that the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd March 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Use of explosive weapons in populated areas
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House notes that the use of explosive weapons in towns and cities is a leading cause of civilian casualties in modern conflict; further notes with regret the devastating long-term humanitarian consequences caused by the destruction of critical civilian infrastructure including homes, schools, hospitals, water and sanitation systems and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the commencement of Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021, which runs from 1 to 7 March 2021 and focuses this year on binge eating disorder; recognises that eating disorders are serious illnesses experienced by at least 1.25 million people in the UK; notes with concern that, while …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
World Hearing Day
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commemorates World Hearing Day on 3 March 2021 by supporting the National Association of Deafened People (NADP) and the Hearing Loss and Deafness Alliance to ensure people with hearing loss have prompt and equal access to life-long learning, employment and health services as echoed by the upcoming …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
25th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Cuba and the US blockade
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises that the US blockade of Cuba has cost the Cuban economy billions of dollars, causes shortages in essential services and has been exacerbated by the Trump administration’s designation of Cuba as state sponsor of terrorism – a politically motivated move which intensifies sanctions against the Cuban …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 11
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
25th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Women prisoner leavers and homelessness
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes official statistics showing that 42 per cent of women released from prison in 2019-20 were discharged into unsettled accommodation; further notes that the Safe Homes for Women Leaving Prison initiative estimates that as many as six in ten women leave prison with nowhere safe to go; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Libraries in the Wakefield district
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes one of the key effects of a decade of austerity has been the loss of libraries as a community asset up and down the UK; notes that the first half of the austerity decade resulted in a 44% reduction in the number of libraries open in …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Family Fund
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends Family Fund for their work across the country over the last 48 years; recognises that they have provided over 90,000 grants to families with disabled or seriously ill children over the last year; notes that Family Fund’s aim is to work toward a vision that all …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
23rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Investment in prison education technology
Tabled by:
Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the covid-19 outbreak has highlighted the importance of access to remote learning, especially in prisons; further notes that almost 90% of respondents to a survey of University and College Union members working in prisons reported that IT resources were not sufficient for the needs of …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
30th anniversary of Lemmings
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House marks the 30th anniversary of the release of Lemmings on 14th February 1991; recognises that the Scottish hit videogame was originally designed and developed by DMA Design in Dundee; notes that Lemmings is estimated to have sold around 20 million copies between its various ports; further notes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd February 2021
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Immigration Rules and rough sleepers
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is appalled by the Government’s Immigration Rules which came into effect on 1 December 2020 that make rough sleeping grounds for refusing or cancelling someone’s right to remain in the UK; fears that those new immigration rules will push people further away from seeking support and will …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Fairtrade Fortnight 2021
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House commemorates Fairtrade Fortnight 2021; recognises that the theme for this year is Choose the World You Want, aiming to highlight the growing challenges that climate change brings to workers and communities the Fairtrade Foundation works with around the world; highlights the work of the Fairtrade Foundation to …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
The Green Homes Grant
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes the Green Homes Grant to upgrade 600,000 homes and support 100,000 jobs is in need of fundamental reform; is concerned that as of 8 February 2021 just 22,165 vouchers had been issued to customers despite enormous demand, that any underspend of the £2 billion invested until …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Real Bread week campaign
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House celebrates Real Bread Week and the recent upsurge in interest in traditional baking methods; welcomes the role of many small and medium sized bakeries across the UK in providing quality and choice for their customers; regrets that commercial pressures have too often led to the inclusion of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
MOT tests and roadside air quality
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises the challenge to public health caused by roadside air pollution, in particular, fine and ultra-fine combustion generated particles; urges the Government to look to how other countries mitigate harmful levels of air pollution that are prevalent on roads and highways for example the current Roadworthiness Directive …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 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
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Tony Collins: the first Black football league manager
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House is saddened by the recent death of Tony Collins, a footballer whose role as the first black manager of an English football league club has gone largely unrecognised; is aware that Tony played for a number of league clubs, finishing at Rochdale; notes that he went on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Effect of covid-19 on leisure services
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House is concerned by the impact of Covid-19 on leisure services; believes a thriving leisure industry is critical to improving the physical and economic health of communities in the Covid-19 recovery effort; notes that leisure services relieve pressure on the NHS and social care systems; commends the Government …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
VAT on hair and beauty services
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the significant impact that the Coronavirus pandemic has had on the hairdressing, beauty and holistic service industry; notes that this sector is reported by the British Beauty Council to contribute £9.2bn annually to Britain’s economy, employing a workforce of 288,160 people as hair and beauty practitioners …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Vitamin D supplements and covid-19
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes recognises the positive role vitamin D can play in mitigating against the incidence and severity of Covid-19; welcomes the proactive stance of the Scottish Government in providing free vitamin D supplements to clinically vulnerable people who are shielding and notes that more than 71,300 people have …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Effect of fake online reviews on consumer confidence
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges online sales in the retail sector saw five years of growth in 2020 as coronavirus restrictions and lockdowns shifted consumer spending online; recognises that, alongside the growth in the online retail sector, online customer reviews have become an important source of product information and have a …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
VAT on Zero Carbon Domestic Renewables
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the UK's legal commitment to reduce carbon emissions, including those from domestic dwellings, to Net Zero by 2050; further notes that 30 per cent of UK carbon dioxide emissions are from domestic dwellings; recognises that micro-generation of home grown energy and heating is vital to reach …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Religious freedoms in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
This House warmly welcomes the visit in March by His Holiness The Pope to Iraq and the Kurdistan Region where he will lead Holy Mass at the football stadium in Erbil; fully recognises that the Kurdistan Region enjoys considerable religious and ethnic diversity, that its Ministry of Endowment and Religious …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2021
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 and Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities deaths
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes the analysis of 3 February 2021 highlighted by Professor Kevin Fenton, Public Health England that London’s Asian communities have been hardest hit by the covid-19 second wave; further notes that for some time evidence has shown that covid-19 has had a disproportionate effect on people from …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Library closures
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes the ongoing concerns on the effect of austerity on local library services and that the covid-19 pandemic has led to new worries that financial pressures on local authorities could mean further cuts and reductions to services; believes in the value of local libraries and that despite …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Children and young people’s mental health funding in Midlothian
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the Midlothian Children and Young Peoples Consortium on being awarded £170,000 to provide additional mental health support for children and young people in Midlothian; notes that the consortium is comprised of Midlothian Sure Start, Home Link Family Support, Play Therapy Base, MYPAS and Play Midlothian; understands …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Provision of free transport to vaccine appointments
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends transport charity Handicabs Lothian (HcL Transport) on its offer to provide people in Midlothian and the Lothians with mobility challenges with free transport to get their Covid-19 vaccine; understands that anyone who has challenges getting out and about due to age, disability, health issues, additional support …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Child poverty in the North East
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House notes that more than one in three children and young people are growing up in poverty in the North East and this figure rises to 42 per cent for children under the age of five; further notes that with a rise from 26 per cent to 35 …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Support to tackle food waste
Tabled by:
Neil Parish (Conservative - Tiverton and Honiton)
That this House recognises the valuable work of FareShare, the UK’s biggest charity fighting hunger and food waste, in providing two million meals per week to people in need during the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges that it is deeply regrettable that two million tonnes of food goes to waste in the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th February 2021
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
20th anniversary of the foot and mouth disease outbreak
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the 20th anniversary of the first recorded case of Foot and Mouth Disease on 19 February 2021; pays tribute to the thousands of farmers and their families, agricultural workers, and rural communities who bore the brunt of the tragedy and faced appalling emotional trauma and financial …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Low carbon vehicles and construction work
Tabled by:
Mike Amesbury (Independent - Runcorn and Helsby)
That this House congratulates the Batch on Site Association (BSA) and its members for reducing the carbon footprint of essential construction supplies, especially in town and city centres, rural areas and in carrying out emergency road repairs by utility companies; further congratulates Mobile Concrete Batching Plant manufacturers, Armcon, BayLynx, Cementeh, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Global vaccines
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House celebrates the development of several vaccines against covid-19; highlights that with the development of covid-19 mutations across the world UK domestic recovery is dependent on collective vaccination efforts globally; believes that the UK has a duty to support vaccine distribution in low-income countries and promote the expansion …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 vaccination centres
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House welcomes the opening of the new NHS covid-19 vaccination centre at Harlow LeisureZone on 26 January 2021; recognises the excellent work of NHS England and the Government in bringing the number of covid-19 vaccination centres up past 50 across the country; and calls on the Government to …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Tenth anniversary of Bahrain's revolution
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes the 10th anniversary of Bahrain's revolution protesting structural inequalities, corruption, oppression, and a lack of government representation; expresses its concern that there remains a lack of democratic structures and that human rights abuses are still occurring in the country; observes that the UK Government has continued …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Protecting rail catering services
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises that rail catering is a vital part of a high quality rail passenger offer and will play an important role in encouraging travellers back to the rail network when it is safe to do so; believes that the presence of catering staff also makes passengers feel …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
School breakfast
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House notes that school breakfasts tackle classroom hunger and improve children’s energy, behaviour, and concentration, leading to improved academic attainment; further notes that improved attainment enables children to leave school ready to secure highly paid work, contributing to economic growth; notes that the Government’s current National Breakfast Programme …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Seafarers' hours of work and rest
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes the World Maritime University’s (WMU) EVREST report evaluating the regulation of seafarers’ hours of rest and work; notes that the report, based on interviews with seafarers, maritime safety and port state regulators, flag states and seafarer organisations, finds an ingrained culture of under-reporting and falsification of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Maternity leave and covid-19
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises that many pregnant and new mothers were prevented from accessing the essential benefits of maternity leave due to the covid-19 outbreak; missed out on important elements such as free dental care and socialising in person with other mothers; and recommends that those people who missed out …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Pay of British Council workers
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool Wavertree)
That this House appreciates the invaluable role played by the British Council in promoting arts and culture, education and the English language overseas and the benefits it brings to the UK; believes that workers employed by the British Council deserve to be remunerated accordingly; regrets the anxiety caused by the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Legacy benefit uplift in response to covid-19
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the financial effect that the covid-19 outbreak has had on disabled people; further recognises that research from the Disability Benefits Consortium found that over six in 10 disabled people in the survey had gone without essentials such as food, heating or medication since the pandemic began; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Sale of unsafe goods on online marketplaces
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that unsafe products continue to be sold on online marketplaces; further notes the risks that these unsafe products pose to users; recognises that more consumers are dependent on online marketplaces due to covid-19 restrictions; further recognises that many online marketplaces are not taking responsibility for the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
West Cumbria Coal Mine
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House is dismayed by the decision to approve a new deep coal mine in West Cumbria; believes it is a dangerous backwards step in the fight against climate change; further believes it undermines the UK’s COP26 Presidency, damaging the Government’s international credibility; notes that it both contradicts Climate …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
UN's International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House observes the UN’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science; acknowledges that the covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the crucial role women researchers have played in the different stages of the fight against this pandemic; recognises that more work is still required to ensure a fairer equality …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th February 2021
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Kurdish Development Association encourages Covid-19 vaccine uptake
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House commends the efforts of Shakha Sattar and the Glasgow-based Kurdish Development Association in Scotland who are urging Scotland’s Kurdish community, as well as all Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities across Scotland to get a jab, save a life and step forward to receive their covid-19 immunisation …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Removing barriers to education
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House believes removing barriers to education, including ending all forms of violence against children, is crucial to achieving the Government’s goal of ensuring 12 years of quality education for every girl and boy; and further believes that removing barriers to education should be a central theme in the …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Beinn an Tuirc distillers Valentine’s Day event
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House celebrates the Beinn an Tuirc distillers on their Valentine’s Day event, which sold out within a day; notes that the distillery is adapting to covid-19 restrictions by holding the virtual cocktail event; congratulates the distillery on hosting 224 people in their zoom tastings last year; and commends …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Ten years on from Bahrain's Arab Spring uprising of February 2011
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House commemorates the tenth anniversary of the Arab Spring and the beginning of Bahrain’s pro-democracy uprising on 14 February 2011; endorses the demands made by hundreds of thousands of Bahraini citizens during protests at Manama’s Pearl Roundabout for democratic reform, social justice and respect for human rights; condemns …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Flooding extension of the Green Homes Grant
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the damage that recent flooding has done to communities, homes and people’s lives; acknowledges the need for Her Majesty's Government to fund more flood defences and flood prevention in areas affected; worries about the further impacts the climate crisis and future extreme weather events will have …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Tenth anniversary of the Bahraini revolution
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises the tenth anniversary of the Arab Spring and the Bahraini revolution of 2011; remembers the horrific events of the deadly pre-dawn raid of 17 February 2011, also known as Bloody Thursday; recognises the countless forms of repression that have targeted peaceful opponents of the regime, such …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Turkey and NATO
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the current security implications of Turkey’s membership of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, both on its neighbours and Europe more generally; notes the findings of Sallux, the political foundation of the European Christian Political Movement, published in the Sallux report, European security, Turkish foreign …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
4th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Access to Cystic Fibrosis drug Kaftrio
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the landmark deal secured by the NHS in June 2020 which permitted the licensing of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) drug Kaftrio to a large number of people with CF aged 12 years and over in the UK; recognises the life-changing effect of access to this new drug …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Intellectual property and covid-19 response
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House considers nobody is safe until we are all safe from covid-19; believes all policy tools should be deployed to address the global crisis around access to covid-19 vaccines, treatments, diagnostics and equipment; notes that the head of the World Health Organization warns we face a catastrophic moral …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
3rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Universal credit MPs' helpline
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House is disappointed by the lack of a dedicated universal credit helpline for hon. Members; notes that this is a particularly desperate time for claimants and that many have problems which require urgent action; highlights that contact with the local job centre is not adequate provision for hon. …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
3rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Minimally invasive cancer therapies
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes World Cancer Day on 4 February 2021 and supports NHS efforts to deliver world leading treatments to all cancer patients across the UK; further recognises the role of innovative, minimally invasive cancer therapies in improving the quality of life for patients by reducing side effects and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Festival of Brexit
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House regrets the Government’s commitment to spending £120 million on the planned festival of Brexit; recognises that regardless of how people voted in the EU referendum that money would be better spent on a covid-19 recovery fund; and calls on the Government to cancel its plans for that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
2nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Civilian casualties during the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this Houses notes the continuing tensions and sporadic violence between Azerbaijan and Armenia; expresses concern regarding the findings of Amnesty International’s report into civilian casualties arising from the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh; further expresses sympathy with the families of the 146 civilians unlawfully killed by Armenian and Azerbaijani forces …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2021
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
The Rohingya community
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes, not for the first time in recent years, that Burmese military leaders have committed crimes against humanity; highlights the brutal assault against the Rohingya community which has displaced hundreds of thousands of men women and children; further notes that this has been described by the UN …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
1st February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Cancer treatment waiting times
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House is concerned that cancer treatment waiting lists are increasing as a consequence of the covid-19 pandemic; notes with further concern that vital cancer diagnoses are being missed, with data from Public Health England showing that 106,732 cases were diagnosed between April and September 2020, down from 142,324 …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Ongoing conflict in Cameroon
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in Cameroon’s north west and south west regions; condemns the deliberate and continued killings of innocent civilians and grave violations against children since the start of the conflict in 2016; sends its sincerest condolences to all those who have tragically …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Digital accessibility for people with disabilities
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House regrets the lower levels of access and inclusion to digital technology for people with a learning disability than the general population across the UK; calls on the Government to continue to equalise access to digital technology for people with disabilities in an effort to tackle loneliness and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Effect of the covid-19 outbreak on disabled people
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises that the covid-19 outbreak has had a disproportionate and significant impact on the lives of many disabled people and their families; further recognises that research conducted by the disability charity Scope found that over eight in 10 disabled people are worried about the effect that the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
28th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Praise for St John's Ambulance volunteers
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House praises the excellent work of the people who volunteer for St John’s Ambulance; recognises the contribution of those volunteers to the national covid-19 vaccination programme; notes that St John’s Ambulance is training and recruiting more than 30,000 volunteers to support the vaccination programme; further notes the importance …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
28th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
UNISON activist Gordon Gray
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Gordon Gray, a UNISON activist for 10 years, who died on the 16 January 2021 due to covid-19; recognises his work as co-convener for UNISON in Glasgow City Council’s Neighbourhood and Sustainability Department, Assistant Conditions of Service Officer, and Deputy Learning …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
28th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Proposed funding cuts to Nottingham’s Linkbus Network
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Nottingham City Council is consulting on its 2021-22 budget that includes a proposed annual funding cut of £700,000 to the City’s Linkbus Network which would lead to a number of bus services being withdrawn; believes that those bus services play a vital role in connecting …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 vaccine prioritisation for police staff
Tabled by:
Florence Eshalomi (Labour (Co-op) - Vauxhall and Camberwell Green)
That this House pays tribute to the role key workers have played throughout the covid-19 pandemic; notes that in addition to health and social workers and other key workers, frontline police officers have an increased risk of exposure to covid-19, with the Metropolitan Police recently telling the London Assembly’s Police …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Healthy Homes Act
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House welcomes the campaign by the Town & Country Planning Association (TCPA) for a Healthy Homes Act which would require all new homes and neighbourhoods to be of decent quality and outlaw those which undermine residents’ health and wellbeing; recognises that too many people suffer in poor quality, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Visas for musicians in the EU
Tabled by:
Baroness Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House applauds the over 100 musicians who wrote to The Times on 20 January 2021 and agrees that the UK Government must immediately seek supplementary agreement with the EU to secure the ability of all creative workers including musicians, performers, their equipment and others such as technicians to …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
26th January 2021
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Holocaust Memorial Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Holocaust Memorial Day; further acknowledges the impact that the Holocaust still has upon this world with rising antisemitism remaining a threat to Jewish people around the globe; recognises the need to preserve the remembrance of these dreadful acts against humanity; reaffirms our commitment to appropriate remembrance …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
26th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Student rent strikers
Tabled by:
Zarah Sultana (Independent - Coventry South)
That this House congratulates student rent strikers demanding rent refunds, cuts and contract releases at more than 50 universities; notes that this is the biggest nationwide student tenant action in 40 years; further notes the housing system is organised in the interests of landlords and against tenants; welcomes the concessions …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 1
26th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Travel rights for workers in the media and creative industries
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is deeply disturbed to hear that proposals made during the Brexit negotiations which would have offered special travel rights for the creative workforce represented by the Federation of Entertainment Unions (FEU) were turned down; notes that the creative industries are one of the fastest-growing parts of the …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Access to PrEP for Black communities
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House is concerned that there is inequitable access for all who need access to the HIV prevention pill pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP); notes that PrEP is highly effective at stopping HIV and extremely cost-effective when compared with a lifetime of HIV treatment; further notes that in the UK, Black …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Yemeni human rights and Saudi arms sales
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the continued disaster of the war on Yemen which has helped create what the UN has designated the worst humanitarian catastrophe anywhere in the world, threatening the lives of millions of Yemenis; further notes that the Government continues to allow arms sales to Saudi Arabia, the …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 outbreaks at DVLA offices
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House recognises that more than 500 cases of covid-19 have been recorded at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s offices in Swansea since the start of the outbreak; further notes that on 21 December 2020, a covid-19 outbreak was officially declared at the UK vehicle licensing agency's contact …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
The gender pension gap
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House expresses concern about the gender pension gap which stands at around 40.3 per cent, more than twice the gender pay gap of 17.3 per cent, representing a differential in pension income of around £7,500 a year; understands that women’s lower average lifetime earnings, as well as the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Pet Passport Scheme
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with regret that the Government did not secure Part 1 Listed Status under the EU Pet Passport scheme as part of the UK–EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement; recognises that as a result, the owners of cats, dogs and ferrets wishing to travel from Wales, Scotland and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Support for early years providers
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises the hard work and dedication of early years providers across the country and the difficulties that they have faced throughout the covid-19 outbreak; notes the financial hardship that the early years sector has faced prior to the covid-19 outbreak; calls on the Government to publish the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
25th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Support for British Gas workers
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House condemns the actions of British Gas in pursuing fire and re-hire tactics with loyal and hard-working staff; expresses support and solidarity with British Gas workers who have been forced to strike following British Gas pushing ahead with plans that have been rejected by 86 per cent of …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
21st January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Plastic waste exports
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House notes that UK exports of unsorted plastic waste to non-OECD countries are allowed when given prior informed consent; further notes that from 1 January 2021, the EU no longer allows that practice; recognises that a ban on plastic exports outside of developed countries was a commitment in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Workers’ rights
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
This House expresses deep concern over the Government’s decision to review the “working time directive” implemented by the Working Time Regulations 1998; notes that amongst other achievements the Directive gave UK workers a statutory right to paid annual leave for the first time; further notes that the Government is yet …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Universal credit uplift
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the profound impact that the covid-19 pandemic has had on the economy and the labour market, forcing many to rely on welfare benefits to survive at this difficult time; notes the importance that the temporary uplift to universal credit of £20 per week has played in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 vaccination of Palestinians in the occupied territories
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House notes that after more than 53 years of occupation, Israeli authorities have an obligation to fully respect the human rights of Palestinians in the occupied territories, including their right to health; notes the Israeli government’s duties under the Forth Geneva Convention to ensure medical supplies, including to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2021
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
20th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Free school meals and child poverty
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the important role that healthy, nutritious meals play in supporting a child’s education and the need to ensure that these meals continue to be available to children throughout the covid-19 pandemic; asserts that access to free school meal provision is an essential tool in tackling the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (No. 3)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that Cervical Cancer Prevention Week runs from 18 to 24 January in 2021; recognises the difficulties presented by the interruption of regular cancer screening as a result of the covid-19 pandemic; underlines the fact that cervical cancer screening is essential for every woman; and encourages women …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
20th January 2021
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
18th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Jobs at Rolls-Royce Barnoldswick
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House congratulates Unite the union for striking a landmark deal with Rolls-Royce in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, saving 350 jobs threatened with off-shoring and securing the future of this historic site; notes that this deal marks the successful conclusion of a determined campaign by the workforce with full support from …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
19th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
UK-EU travel for touring musicians and performers
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House condemns the UK Government's failure to secure reciprocal visa-free and frictionless UK/EU travel for touring musicians and performers as part of the Brexit negotiations; notes that such artists have suffered significantly this year as work, touring and related income has largely ceased due to Covid-19; acknowledges the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Fuel poverty (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House notes that recent research from the Citizens Advice Bureau has identified that more than 2 million households are behind on their energy payments, with a quarter of all energy customers worried that they won’t be able to pay their bill this winter; further notes that before the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Safer PPE and FFP3 masks for healthcare workers
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House salutes the contribution of all healthcare professionals to combating the COVID-19 pandemic; recognises that with 49,000 healthcare professionals off work ill with COVID-19 some 13,000 more than the number of hospital inpatients with the disease, the environments in which they are working may be putting them at …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Sight loss helpline
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the launch of a new helpline providing support to people with sight loss and their families in the Lothians; notes that the helpline is part of Sight Scotland’s new Family Wellbeing Service, which aims to tackle an identified gap in support as the charity reaches out …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Statutory Sick Pay uplift
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this Houses notes that Statutory Sick Pay is currently £95.85 per week, which is one of the lowest rates in Europe; further notes that this is approximately 19 per cent of average UK weekly earnings; expresses concern at research conducted on behalf of the TUC which suggests that approximately …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Access to cash during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the LINK commitment to replace all free-to-use ATMs within their network during the covid-19 pandemic; in addition acknowledges that cuts to the interchange fee have led to the closure of thousands of free-to-use ATMs; notes that this has affected rural communities most profoundly as alternative sources …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (No. 2) (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
This House notes that the week commencing 18th January 2021 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which provides a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of the disease and preventative measures including cervical screenings; recognises that attending cervical screenings is important, but not always easy, and that uncertainty and anxiety around covid-19 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the rare blood cancer, Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a serious and potentially life-threatening cancer that affects the skin, blood, lymph nodes and internal organs; recognizes that people living with the disease have a substantially reduced quality of life; highlights that living with a diagnosis of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
12th January 2021
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Travellers' Allowances and Miscellaneous Provisions
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Travellers' Allowances and Miscellaneous Provisions (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 (SI, 2020, No. 1412), dated 3 December 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 December 2020, be annulled.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Scaling the UK hydrogen economy
Tabled by:
Alexander Stafford (Conservative - Rother Valley)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to green hydrogen to help the UK achieve net zero emissions by 2030 as announced in the Prime Minister’s ten-point plan for the environment; notes that reforming the current Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) will allow the UK to meet the Prime Minister’s …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Fetal pain
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House welcomes the report on Foetal Sentience and Pain commissioned by the all-party Parliamentary pro-life group; recognises that recent research by Dr Stuart WG Derbyshire and John C Bockmann PA in the Journal of Medical Ethics supports the view that babies in the womb may feel pain from …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
11th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
COP26 and deep coal mining in the UK
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
That this House recognises the UK’s historic responsibility as host of COP26 to lead by example on the transition to renewable energy and emissions reductions; notes the government’s recent commitment to cut emissions by 68% by 2030 and to invest in low-carbon energy solutions in accordance with the advice on …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
11th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
PrEP and National HIV Testing Week 2021
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes the importance of access to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) in efforts to stop new cases of HIV in the UK; understands PrEP is up to 100% effective at preventing HIV transmission and must be available to all groups who could benefit from it; recognises that local healthcare …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
11th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
VAT on reusable period pants
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes the zero VAT rating of women’s menstrual products, applied from January 2021; commends the recognition that sanitary products are an essential item; regrets that one in 10 girls in the United Kingdom are unable to afford sanitary wear, resulting in detriment to their self-esteem, education and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 response and BAME communities
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that covid-19 has had a disproportionate effect on those from a Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority (BAME) background; understands that the highest age standardised diagnosis rates of covid-19 per 100,000 population were in people of Black ethnic groups and the lowest were in people of white …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Support for hospitality businesses
Tabled by:
Rupa Huq (Labour - Ealing Central and Acton)
That this House notes with alarm that the hospitality sector suffered 297,000 job losses between February and November 2020 according to Office for National Statistics data; recognises the immense efforts and sacrifices hospitality business owners, including many from BME backgrounds, have made to keep their premises covid-19 secure prior to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2021
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Covid-19 and homelessness
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses alarm that people experiencing homelessness in England are facing the new covid-19 lockdown without a return of the Everyone In accommodation policy; notes that at the beginning of the pandemic, the Everyone In programme was found by a UCL study to have stopped tens of thousands …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Universal Credit deductions (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that sums deducted from Universal Credit to repay debts, overpayments, and advance payments are a main driver of need for food banks; notes that 41 per cent of Universal Credit claims are subject to deductions averaging £70 per month; notes that after the introduction of a …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Arrests of democrats in Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the sweeping arrests of over 50 democrats in Hong Kong by the Hong Kong Police Force simply for having demonstrated their commitment to democracy by arranging primary elections to inform the process of candidate selection for the now cancelled elections to the Legislative …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Student tuition fees and student debt
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the move to online university learning in order to combat the spread of the covid-19 virus; is concerned that the Government took this decision after months of scientific and trade union advice; notes that the University and College Union (UCU) warned against students returning to universities …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Former miners and covid-19
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes a number of former miners suffering from industrial diseases including Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema and Pneumoconiosis have sadly died from Covid-19; further notes that families of miners are entitled to industrial industry compensation if former miners die of industrial illnesses; expresses concern that the medical history of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Societal contribution of supermarket workers
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its appreciation of the efforts of supermarket workers who have continued working in challenging circumstances throughout the pandemic; notes that the ability to keep trading while other outlets have been closed has resulted in bumper sales for supermarket chains and is likely to lead to bumper …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Deposit Return Scheme
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour (Co-op) - Gorton and Denton)
That this House notes that the UK is in the midst of a catastrophic waste crisis and that, according to Keep Britain Tidy, over two million pieces of litter are dropped in the UK every day; recognises that drinks containers contribute to the crisis; notes that a Deposit Return Scheme …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Sage care workers and cleaners
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool Wavertree)
That this House notes with deep concern that domestic staff and care workers employed at Sage Nursing Home, London NW11, are paid below the Real Living Wage at a rate of £8.72 - £9.60 per hour; is appalled that serious health and safety concerns and grievances regarding discriminatory treatment have …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Support for education support staff during covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House recognises that the invisible workforce of over half a million school support staff, including teaching and classroom assistants, SEND support workers, caterers, cleaners and caretakers have been crucial to keeping schools running throughout the pandemic; notes that they have provided invaluable pastoral and educational support to the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
EU visa system for touring artists and musicians
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House notes with concern that while the deal agreed between the UK and the EU provides exemptions to visa rules for certain workers travelling to different European countries, this does not include artists and musicians; understands this will result in artists having to apply for separate visas for …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that 2 January 2021 will be the 50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster which killed 66 people and injured over 200 people; notes that this was the worst football disaster in Britain until the Hillsborough disaster in 1989; notes that all 66 who died on 2 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Future participation in Erasmus+
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House expresses deep regret regarding the UK Government’s decision to withdraw from the Erasmus+ scheme; recognises the importance of Erasmus+ to the many thousands of students and young people who have benefited from the opportunity to live, study and work abroad; notes that EU membership is not a …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Touring artists after UK’s departure from the EU
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the enormous economic and cultural benefit musicians and other touring artists from the EU provide to the UK, and vice versa; further recognises that visa-free travel arrangements are of vital importance to the facilitation of artists touring in other countries; and therefore calls upon the UK …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th December 2020
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Holocaust Memorial Day 2021
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2021 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 2021 …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 30
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Transparency and democracy in Kurdish Regional Government
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this house notes the recent week of demonstrations and public outcry over the high unemployment rate in the Kurdish Region; notes that state employees have not been paid their salaries for months; recognises that protesters are angry over allegations of corruption concerning the dominant political parties affiliated to two …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Green Homes Grant and energy efficiency
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes the commitment of this Government to increase energy efficiency in homes and buildings; is encouraged that £2.58 billion has been made available for home insulation and greener heating solutions; asserts that the rollout of the Local Authority Delivery (LAD) scheme has negatively affected the ability of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Official Development Assistance 0.7 per cent GNI commitment
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes UK Official Development Assistance spending has helped millions and stands as a testament to the best of British values; observes that the Government's decision to cut development spending to 0.5 per cent of GNI breaks its manifesto promise to the British people and has serious consequences …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Local Housing Allowance
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises that during the 2020 Spending Review the Chancellor of the Exchequer noted that unemployment is likely to reach 2.6 million by the middle of 2021; notes that, despite this expected surge in unemployment, the Office for Budget Responsibility has warned that the 2020 Spending Review presented …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Criminalisation of dissent in India
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses its profound concern at the growing number of arrests in India of human rights defenders, student leaders, feminist activists, Dalit rights campaigners, trade unionists, Opposition politicians, and writers, artists, lawyers, academics and journalists who are critical of Narendra Modi’s regime; notes that many of these arrests …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Restoration of the Parliamentary Estate and the River Thames
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the role of Parliamentary Works Sponsor Body; recognises its status as determined by the Parliamentary Buildings (Restoration and Renewal) Act 2019; further recognises the huge scale of the restoration of the parliamentary estate; notes the immense disruption that this will mean for transport, commerce and movement …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Recommendations on prison officer pay
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes that the Government has rejected as unaffordable Recommendation 3 by the Prison Service Pay Review Body (PSPRB) of a £3,000 pensionable pay rise for Band 3 prison officers on Fair and Sustainable conditions, the main operational recruitment grade into the Prison Service; further notes that the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Tackling homelessness
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House deplores the exponential rise in recent years of homelessness across the UK, with core homelessness in England alone peaking before the Covid-19 pandemic at over 219,000 homeless households at the end of 2019; commends the determination behind the Everyone In initiative to provide safe accommodation for all …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Adequacy of local government funding
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is opposed to a new phase of austerity; believes that the Government must adequately fund local authorities to avoid disastrous social consequences; recognises that covid-19 is further stretching councils that are already under-funded and under-staffed following a decade of austerity; calls on the Government to honour its …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Lower carbon solutions to road repairs
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House recognises the environmental importance of lower carbon solutions to road repairs as part of wider environmental responsibilities; notes Yorkshire Highway Authorities and Utilities Committee (YHAUC) and its members Barnsley MBC, Bradford MDC, Calderdale MBC, City of York Council, Doncaster Council, East Riding of Yorks Council, Highways England, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Arcadia employee pensions (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes that Arcadia has gone into administration, potentially putting approximately 13,000 jobs at risk; recognises that approximately 10,000 members of Arcadia’s pension scheme are being assessed for entry into the Pension Protection Fund; asserts that the £385 million pound agreement to support employees pensions which was concluded …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Catering services and jobs on South Western Railway
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that South Western Railway (SWR) has terminated its on-board catering contract with Elior and that this decision puts over 130 catering workers at risk of being made redundant in January 2021; believes that the Job Retention Scheme, which is in operation until March 2021, should have …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
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
14th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Western Sahara
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House recognises the right of the people of Western Sahara to their own self-determination; urges the UK as a member of the group of friends to redouble UN Security Council efforts to deliver the referendum on which the 1991 ceasefire in that region was contingent; stands in solidarity …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 20
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th December 2020
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 6
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Migrant Workers' Rights
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House would like to thank migrant workers who have been at the forefront of the UKs response to the pandemic; believes that recovery from covid-19 must level up migrant workers’ rights; further recognises that the Hostile Environment, particularly No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and the “illegal working” …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th December 2020
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Terminal illness and Covid-19 vaccination
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the devastating impact of being diagnosed with a terminal illness at any time but even more so just as the world faces into the Covid-19 pandemic; extends its sympathy to Fred Banning of Newton Mearns who, in February this year, was diagnosed with incurable stage 4 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Publication of Assuring Our Common Future report
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House welcomes the 5th November 2020 publication of Assuring Our Common Future, A guide to parliamentary action in support of disarmament for security and sustainable development; supports the Disarmament Agenda of United Nations Secretary General António Guterres which this handbook helps to implement; highlights the matters addressed in …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
9th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Human rights and democracy in Poland
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House acknowledges and condemns human rights violations in Poland, in particular, attacks on the rights of women and LGBTQ+ minorities, including the near-total abortion ban that breaks the human right of freedom from torture, and disregards the bodily autonomy of women; supports the protection of LGBTQ+ families, and …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Government workers' pay
Tabled by:
Rachel Hopkins (Labour - Luton South and South Bedfordshire)
That this House supports the Parliamentary petition signed by over 100,000 people for a fair pay rise for government workers and rejects the government’s public sector pay freeze; notes that throughout the pandemic, government workers have delivered critical services that have kept our country safe and secure; further notes that …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Car parking charges at NHS hospitals in England
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls on the Government to end to car parking charges at NHS hospitals in England; recognises that the NHS was established to be free at the point of access; contends that car parking charges mean that the NHS is not free at the point of access for …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Royal Scottish National Orchestra tribute to the people of Belarus
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House acknowledges the work of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra who have demonstrated solidarity with their friends in Belarus through the commissioning and performance of Three Belarusian Folk Songs; recognises that the work is a tribute to the peaceful protests of the Belarusan people seeking to uphold their …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Midlothian’s Young People's Advice Service
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Midlothian’s Young People's Advice Service (MYPAS) on their successful funding award of £63,000 through the Community Support and Services Framework (Mental Health and Wellbeing) at Midlothian Council; welcomes the news that this funding will enable MYPAS to recruit a Family Counsellor and an Art Therapist which …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Paid helpline for gas and electricity suppliers
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House draws attention to the issue of paid helplines for gas and electricity suppliers; highlights that the use of 03 numbers in this context can cost up to £0.35p a minute; condemns this excessive price, as it excludes customers on a low income or universal credit from being …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Pink Saltire Rainbow Responders survey
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises Scottish LGBT+ charity Pink Saltire in its tireless work supporting communities and local LGBT+ organisations to provide hundreds of individuals and families essentials such as fresh fruit and vegetables, food vouchers, mobile phone credit top ups, care packages, bikes and laptops since March this year; welcomes …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Situation in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House endorses the statement of 24 November to the Security Council by Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq; agrees that Iraq faces several interlinked and mutually reinforcing crises and that the devastating economic impact of covid will probably outlast the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Debenhams and the Arcadia Group
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses its concern for the estimated 26,000 workers affected by this week’s announcements by both Debenhams and the Arcadia Group that they will be entering administration; recognises that many of these workers will have worked for these companies for much of their life and may have to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
UN 16 Days campaign and GMB Work to Stop Domestic Abuse Charter
Tabled by:
Sarah Owen (Labour - Luton North)
That this House marks the UN 16 days of activism against gender-based violence run from 25th November, UN International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10th December, Human Rights Day, highlighting the link between violence against women and human rights; notes that GMB union launched its campaign and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
The APPG for Inclusive Entrepreneurship’s recognition awards
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this house celebrates the outstanding achievements of all those individuals and organizations who received special commendations during the APPG for Inclusive Entrepreneurship’s Recognition Award’s Ceremony that was held on the 17 November 2020 as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week particularly: Laura Draper and her ethical clothing company Gooseberry Pink, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Gross Domestic Wellbeing
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the publication of the innovative Gross Domestic Wellbeing Index by the Carnegie UK Trust; recognises that GDP growth fails to capture a true picture of progress; welcomes the aim of developing holistic approaches to understanding and measuring progress that include social, environmental, economic and democratic wellbeing; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Priority groups for covid-19 vaccinations
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House pays tribute to the selfless role key workers have played throughout the covid-19 pandemic; notes that in addition to health and social care workers, workers in key occupations have an increased risk of exposure to covid-19, with ONS data showing that during the first wave of covid-19 …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Human Rights Day 2020
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that the world celebrates Human Rights Day 2020 on 10 December; further notes that this is a day to commemorate the UN General Assembly adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948; highlights that human rights are abused by repressive regimes across the world, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Fast fashion and data transparency
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House recognises the fast fashion industry as a major contributor to carbon emissions, producing 10 per cent of all humanity's greenhouse gas emissions, and is responsible for serious human rights violations around the world; and therefore calls on the Government to introduce a policy where global fashion companies …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd December 2020
45 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
1st December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Independence Day in Finland
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises and celebrates Independence Day on 6 December 2020 with the people of Finland, a thriving, prosperous and successful country within the European Union, who gained their independence from Russia in 1917; and commends their democratic Government and acknowledges their innovative programmes for homelessness, healthcare and social …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week; notes the profound impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on diagnosis, access to specialist advice, investigations and surgery for people with Crohn’s and Colitis; appreciates the care provided by healthcare professionals in Inflammatory Bowel Disease services during the pandemic; recognises the role …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
1st December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Effect of covid-19 on disabled people and employment
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act, an important step towards equality for people with disabilities; recognises the disproportionate impact of the covid-19 pandemic on disabled people; notes with concern that 71 per cent of disabled people employed in March have been impacted by loss …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Post offices and sub-postmasters
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House believes that sub-postmasters and their staff provide financial services that ensure the physical and psychological wellbeing of 300,000 vulnerable people; that the ongoing covid-19 pandemic has made this a very difficult time for post offices; thanks sub-postmasters for their hard work and commitment and strongly urges the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Prevent strategy
Tabled by:
Sarah Owen (Labour - Luton North)
That this House commends the efforts of all agencies keeping Britain safe from terrorist attacks but believes that the Prevent strategy is not fit for purpose and notes the unacceptable delay from the Government of its overdue independent review of the strategy; further notes that the lower threshold for far …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Human and trade union rights in Pakistan
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House is alarmed at reports that Amar Fayaz, a Progressive Youth Alliance activist in Pakistan, was allegedly taken in to custody by security services on 8 November 2020 outside Liaqat Medical University in Jamshoro, and still has not reappeared; expresses solidarity with his family, wife and daughter who are …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Human Rights in Sri Lanka and the Relocation of the BBC Sinhala Service
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
That this House notes the recent Foreign and Commonwealth and Development Office reports that the human rights environment in Sri Lanka worsened, with the continuation of surveillance and intimidation of activists and human rights defenders, the detention without charge of a high profile human rights lawyer, and a presidential pardon …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Small Business Saturday
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes Small Business Saturday 2020 on the 5 December; notes that this successful, grassroots campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to shop local and support small businesses in their communities is now in its eighth year in the UK with a record 17.6 million …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
No Recourse to Public Funds
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House believes that the Government has a duty to ensure that everyone living in the UK is protected from both the health and financial impacts of Coronavirus; understands that long before the pandemic No Recourse to Public Funds restrictions have pushed migrants and their families into poverty and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
International Volunteers Day
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises International Volunteers Day on 5 December 2020; welcomes this day as an opportunity to celebrate volunteers, promote volunteerism and recognise volunteer contributions; and further recognises and pays thanks to the many volunteers who have been at the forefront of medical, community and societal responses throughout the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Closure of BBC Sinhala Radio Service
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with concern the decision of BBC World Service to close the Sinhala radio broadcast service, which serves the Sinhalese majority in Sri Lanka who constitute around three-quarters of the population; notes that Sri Lanka has experienced much unrest in the last several decades, and is currently …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Jobs at the Rolls Royce Barnoldswick site
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is angered by the decision by Rolls-Royce to cut 350 highly skilled jobs at its site in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, and offshore this work to Singapore; condemns the company’s decision to lock workers out of the site until after Christmas without any meaningful consultation or negotiation over these …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Ending period poverty in Scotland
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Parliament on its continued cross party work to tackle period poverty; recognises that from the first action to back Women for Independence's campaign to have maternity towels included in baby boxes through to becoming the first country in the world to make period products …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Fife's universal basic income pilot readiness
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises Fife’s readiness to participate in a Universal Basic Income (UBI) trial; asserts that such a pilot would be desirable, particularly for its potential impact on poverty and employment; notes that the Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government has thanked Fife Council for its …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Carers Rights Day 2020
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges the estimated 13.6 million people across the UK who are providing unpaid care; recognises the importance of Carers Rights Day 2020, taking place on 26 November 2020, in raising awareness of the work of unpaid carers and ensuring they are informed about their rights and entitlements; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
The 0.7 per cent overseas aid commitment
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses concern and condemnation of any attempt by the Government to reduce aid spending by ending the UK’s commitment to spend 0.7 per cent of Gross National Income (GNI) on Overseas Development Assistance; notes that the 0.7 per cent target was adopted by the UN General Assembly …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Girlguiding Scotland’s Media Mindful campaign
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Girlguiding Scotland on the launch of its Media Mindful campaign to support girls and young women to challenge sexism in the media; understands this campaign has been created by the charity’s Speak Out champions, a group of young women age 14-25; notes the campaign stems from …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Financial support for self employed people during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern research from the National Audit Office which has found that 2.9 million freelancers, contractors and newly self-employed are excluded from the Government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme and analysis from the Institute for Fiscal Studies, which estimates that 38 per cent of individuals with self-employment …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Covid-19 and fuel poverty
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern that 2.4 million households are living in fuel poverty, with research by National Energy Action finding that an average of 9,700 deaths a year in the UK are caused by living in a cold house; further notes with concern that thousands of household are …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
The situation in Iran
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the people of Iran are suffering terribly as a result of covid-19; acknowledges that it is vital that medical aid and other humanitarian assistance reaches them; notes that the coronavirus crisis does not stop at any border; and therefore calls on the Government to work with …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Conflict in Ethiopia
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned about the escalation of conflict in Ethiopia; condemns the deliberate killing of innocent civilians; sends its sincerest condolences to all those who have tragically lost loved ones as a result; notes the estimated 4,000 refugees per day fleeing Ethiopia; further notes the UNHRC’s warning …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Short respite breaks for terminally ill children and their families
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House recognises that short breaks for respite are a lifeline for terminally ill children and their families; notes new evidence by Pro Bono Economics which estimates that parents of children who need respite delivered by children’s palliative care providers experience significantly less stress as a result of receiving …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Public sector pay freeze and hon. Members pay rise
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls on the Government not to bring in a public sector pay freeze; notes that public sector workers, including our armed forces, have done the country proud during the covid-19 pandemic crisis and all too often have gone beyond the call of duty and put their lives …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Charity lotteries and the Gambling Review
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes the Government’s intention to review the Gambling Act 2005, especially in light of the need to tackle problem gambling; notes the huge success of charity lotteries in raising funds for a wide range of good causes across the country, which is particularly important given the impact …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Dangers of pavement parking
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises the problems caused by pavement parking in communities across the UK; is concerned about the impact of pavement parking on the most vulnerable members of our society, particularly the elderly, those living with sight loss and people with wheelchairs and buggies; notes that pavement parking is …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
In-person immigration bail reporting
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House notes that immigration bail reporting was suspended for the duration of the first covid-19 lockdown in the interest of public health and that individuals were permitted to, and did successfully, report safely from home via phone or text for the duration of the lockdown; further notes that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
British Overseas Territories Citizenship
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes under the British Nationality Act 1981 children born outside of marriage to British Overseas Territories fathers, before the 1st July 2006 are deemed illegitimate and are prevented from inheriting their father’s citizenship by descent; further notes that this does not apply if the child’s mother is …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
19th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Local Government funding
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House thanks local authorities for their leadership during the covid-19 outbreak and for the contribution made by their essential workforces to support communities; notes that, prior to the outbreak, councils were already dealing with a £15 billion reduction to core Government funding since 2010 and a 49.1 per …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
18th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Global Islamophobia
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House draws attention to Islamophobia in the UK and worldwide; supports Islamophobia Awareness Month; draws attention to the fact that Rohingya Muslims have been driven out of Myanmar and now seek refuge in Bangladesh; that two mosques were simultaneously attacked in New Zealand in 2019; that Uyghur Muslims …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Electrical Fire Safety Week
Tabled by:
Yvonne Fovargue (Labour - Makerfield)
That this House notes that the 23rd to the 29th of November is Electrical Fire Safety Week (EFSW) which is run by the charity Electrical Safety First in co-operation with the Home Office’s Fire Kills campaign; commends the Charity’s work to reduce fires caused by electricity of which there are …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Dementia and the covid-19 pandemic
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes the profound and disproportionate impact of covid-19 pandemic on people with dementia and their carers; appreciates the heroic efforts made by family members and friends to care for their loved ones during the pandemic; acknowledges the challenges faced by those with dementia and their carers, including …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
The right to breathe clean air campaign
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House acknowledges that long term exposure to air pollution causes between 28,000 and 36,000 deaths per year; expresses the belief that people across the United Kingdom and beyond should have an inalienable right to breathe clean air; notes that poor air quality is one of the greatest public …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Virtual participation in debates
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes with deep concern that some Members have not been able to take part virtually in debates, which means that those Members have been disenfranchised; further notes that this, in effect, disenfranchises those constituents who are left without a voice in House of Commons debates; recognises that …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Let LIVE Thrive campaign
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the existential crisis facing the live events industry in the UK as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; notes the significant contribution that music, theatre, sport and other live events make to the economy; recognises the potentially dire consequences for industry organisations and professionals if the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
World Kindness Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes World Kindness Day was celebrated on 13 November 2020; further notes that whilst the day has passed the sentiment must continue; encourages hon. Members to act with kindness and gentleness in how we treat those we agree with and those we disagree with alike; and further …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Vitamin D and covid-19
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the growing body of evidence on the positive role vitamin D can play in mitigating against the incidence and severity of covid-19; encourages the Government to undertake further research into the relationship between vitamin D, immune health and covid-19; acknowledges the already high levels of vitamin …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Recognition for Dental Care Professionals
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends the work of dental nurses, dental therapists, dental hygienists, orthodontic therapists and dental care professionals (DCPs) carrying out frontline work at Urgent Care Dental Centres during the covid-19 outbreak; notes that dental nurses in particular are a focal point in the provision of dental treatment delivered …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2020
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
A National Resilience Programme
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes the importance of physical activity to keeping older people healthy and resilient; further notes that one in three older people did less physical activity during the first lockdown in March 2020 and that within three days of not using muscles people can experience significant decreases in …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Israeli annexation of Palestinian land
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is deeply alarmed by the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements; notes that, despite the temporary suspension of formal annexation plans, Israel has accelerated the construction of illegal settlements across the West Bank to its fastest pace since 2012; recognises that settlement expansion amounts to the de facto …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Potential merits of statutory bereavement leave
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the introduction of statutory bereavement leave for those who suffer the loss of an immediate family member; recognises that bereavement has a tremendous impact on physical and mental health; acknowledges that while many employers voluntarily offer compassionate leave for staff who have lost a close relative, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Health and safety protections for gig economy workers
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the finding of the High Court that the UK Government has failed to properly implement EU health and safety directives and has failed to transpose important EU health and safety protections into UK law; notes that the case was taken to court by the Independent Workers’ …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Demolition of Palestinian homes
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns Israel’s destruction of the entire Palestinian village of Khirbet Hamsa al-Foqa; is appalled that 73 people, including 41 children, have been made homeless in the largest incident of forced displacement in the West Bank for years; notes that 2020 has seen the highest level of …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 21
Independent: 6
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
White Ribbon Day 2020
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises White Ribbon Day 2020 which takes place on Wednesday 25 November; notes that this is a day for people to stand up, speak out and say no to violence against women; further recognises the significance of this day during a year which has seen an increase …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Scottish Youth Parliament elects Josh Kennedy as chair
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP) on their recent election of a chair; notes that the Parliament elected Josh Kennedy to chair the 160 elected members who sit as the Parliament; notes that Josh is another product of the outstanding education at Trinity High School, Renfrew; believes …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
International Day of People with Disabilities
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 3 December is the International Day of People with Disabilities, a day to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities; supports the United Nation’s work surrounding this campaign, notes this year’s theme is entitled not all disabilities are visible, which aims to spread awareness and understanding …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Paid bereavement leave
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House recognises that losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult and painful challenges that many of us face; further recognises that common symptoms of grief include feeling shocked and numb, overwhelming sadness, tiredness or exhaustion, anger and guilt; notes that an employee has the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
12th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
75th anniversary of UNESCO
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, UNESCO, which celebrates its 75th anniversary on Monday 16th November 2020; notes that the organisation was founded in London in 1945 to build peace through international cooperation in education, the sciences and culture; further notes that since then …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Just Transition campaign for offshore oil and gas workers
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Offshore report published by Platform London, Friends of the Earth Scotland and Greenpeace based on results from a survey of nearly 1,400 predominantly upstream oil and gas workers on industry conditions and the green energy transition; notes that of those surveyed, 91 per cent had …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Renters rights in the covid-19 pandemic
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes the dispute between the tenants of Simpson House and Olympic House in Somerford Grove, Stoke Newington and their landlord Yiannakis Theophani (John) Christodoulou who is a Monaco-based British billionaire property developer, the owner of Yianis Group, a privately owned company with a portfolio of residential, hotel, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 6
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
VAT on facemasks and other personal protective equipment
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes that the Treasury has ended VAT exemptions for face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE); is concerned that increasing the price of masks and other PPE will discourage people from buying and wearing PPE in line with Government guidance; and urges the Government to reinstate …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Pet travel and tick treatment
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the vital importance of improving the health and welfare of companion animals in the UK; notes with concern that there has been an increase in tick prevalence in the UK; and further notes reports of tick-borne diseases brought to the UK from pets that have recently …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses deep concern regarding the current tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia; echoes the United Nations Secretary General’s calls for maximum restraint, as a full conflict between those two countries would be disastrous; urges both sides to respect the ceasefire and work together with the OSCE Minsk Group …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th April 2021
Increase in violence against women in Turkey
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House is extremely concerned about the eroding of women’s rights in Turkey and notes the alarming increase of reported assaults and homicide against women over the past year; finds it concerning that that increase has occurred during a global pandemic which disproportionately impacts women economically; is concerned about …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th April 2021
Azerbaijan and Armenian peace deal
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the official signing of the peace agreement between the Governments of Azerbaijan and Armenia; congratulates both sides on reaching that agreement after 30 years of conflict; further welcomes the commitment of both parties to a lasting peace in that region; and wishes to show solidarity with …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th April 2021
Bathing water status of the River Thames in Oxford
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House acknowledges the ongoing sewage pollution in the River Thames; expresses concern over the health of people who swim in rivers containing sewage pollution; recognises that the River Thames is the only body of water available to many swimmers at a time when swimming pools have been forced …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
11th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th April 2021
Launch of Freeview Accessible TV Guide
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commends the launch of Freeview’s Accessible TV Guide on Channel 555; recognises that this Guide is a key step towards the digital inclusion of people with disabilities, making programmes accessible to those with sight and hearing impairments; notes that this Guide meets all of OFCOMs Electronic Programme …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th April 2021
Inflammatory bowel disease
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the current challenges facing the 300,000 patients across the UK with inflammatory bowel disease; further notes that inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic and debilitating disease which can have a significant impact on the physical and mental well-being of patients and can also greatly affect social …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
12th April 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 12th April 2021
Bus franchising in Greater Manchester
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House welcomes the announcement by the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, to bring Greater Manchester’s buses back under public control; notes that the decision will give Greater Manchester Combined Authority more say over its bus network; recognises that the move will ensure that the needs of the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 12th March 2021
London Capital & Finance Plc bondholder compensation
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the significant losses of the 11,625 London Capital & Finance Plc (LC&F) bondholders who invested about £237million and may only get 20 per cent of their investment back following the scheme’s failure; notes that the Financial Services Compensation Scheme has paid £56.3 million in compensation to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
4th March 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th March 2021
Stanley Newens
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes with sadness the death of Stanley Newens, a hard working socialist and former Member of Parliament and subsequently the European Parliament; respects his tremendous career as a lifelong campaigner for internationalism, social justice, and the people of his former constituencies of Epping, Harlow, and later Central …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
1st March 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 1st March 2021
Stockport Fairtrade Group
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House celebrates the current Fairtrade Fortnight and acknowledges Stockport’s position as a Fairtrade borough since 2003; recognises the contribution of Stockport Fairtrade Group and its volunteers in raising awareness of the importance of purchasing Fairtrade products and supporting disadvantaged farmers and workers in countries to help prevent exploitation …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th February 2021
Food insecurity
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House notes that approximately 10 million people in the UK are experiencing food insecurity; further notes that the use of food banks was increasing before the covid-19 pandemic, has effectively doubled during the pandemic and all indications are that this situation will continue to get worse; is concerned …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Independent: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
10th February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 10th February 2021
Baha’i land in Iran
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes the judgment of Branch 54 of the Special Court for Article 49 of the Constitution in Iran, issued on 1 August 2020 and a further extraordinary session of the Court of Appeal on 13 October 2020 in the case of properties and farms belonging to a …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd February 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 8th February 2021
Undocumented migrants and covid-19 vaccination
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House believes that access to essential healthcare is a universal human right; regrets the continued existence of structural, institutional and systemic barriers in accessing NHS care experienced by undocumented migrants and those awaiting determination of their asylum, visa and immigration applications; considers that an effective public health response …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2021
UK citizenship for the Windrush generation
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House deplores the Home Office’s treatment of those of the Windrush Generation and their families; notes that many residents through no fault of their own still await the restoration of citizenship; further notes that many are still waiting for compensation for the actions made by the Home Office …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th January 2021
Leicester's garment industry
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is appalled by the resurgence of attention on the scandal of workplace exploitation and failure to pay the national minimum wage in Leicester’s garment industry; expresses alarm that successive governments have been aware of this exploitation for over a decade yet have failed to act; is concerned …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
14th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021
Godfrey Colin Cameron
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply saddened by news of the death of Godfrey Colin Cameron, a hardworking member of Parliamentary security staff and member of the PCS trade union who passed away aged just 55 after contracting covid-19; extends our sincere condolences to his devoted wife Hyacinth, children Leon and …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 108
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021
£20 weekly increase to universal credit
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House acknowledges that the £20 a week uplift in Universal Credit has provided much-needed, vital support to millions of people during the covid-19 outbreak; expresses disappointment that there was no commitment to making this increase permanent in Spending Review 2020; notes with concern analysis by the Joseph Rowntree …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2021
Tech industry unionisation
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House welcomes and celebrates the creation of the Alphabet Workers Union and the unionisation of hundreds of Google workers in Silicon Valley; condemns the victimisation and harassment of any worker that is seeking to have their basic right to organise and collective bargaining recognised, and aggressive behaviour by …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th January 2021
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th January 2021
Stockport Viaduct
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House acknowledges Stockport Viaduct’s heritage status as a Grade II*-listed structure, its amenity value and cultural significance for all those that live, work and visit the town; pays tribute to the feat of engineering of John Lowe and architecture of George Watson Buck and the contribution of all …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th December 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th December 2020
Treatment of workers at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House praises the contribution of workers for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) in France and Belgium, who care for and maintain the cemeteries to the highest possible standards; is deeply concerned that many of those workers have been faced with the option of relocating with just three …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
10th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 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
17th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
The potential merits of a Care Leaver Department for Work and Pensions marker
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises that Care Experienced people experience unique challenges in childhood that often mean they require additional support as they transition into adulthood; understands that when Care Experienced people leave care, they can face homelessness and financial difficulty resulting in the need to access Universal Credit; acknowledges that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Care-Experienced bursary
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House understands that Care Experienced people’s education is often interrupted in childhood as a result of being removed from home; recognises that statistically, Care Experienced people are less likely than their peers to attend further and higher education; appreciates that many Care Experienced people re-engage with education later …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020
Anniversary of the Bhopal poisonous gas leak
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House remembers the terrible disaster that took place on 2 December 1984 in Bhopal, India, when a major poisonous gas leak from the Union Carbide pesticide plant resulted in more than 600,000 people being exposed to the highly toxic methyl isocyanate gas, thousands of people dying and many …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
Closure of suicide forums
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this house notes with sadness the death of Joe Nihill, a popular young man and former army cadet from Whinmoor in East Leeds who, following three bereavements, tragically took his life at 23 years old after accessing online forums that encourage suicide; is concerned that these forums, which contain …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2020
Dismissals of app-based courier and private hire driver workers
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House condemns the opaque and unjust process by which app-based couriers and private hire drivers working for companies such as UBER and Deliveroo can be blocked permanently from their accounts and thus effectively dismissed from their jobs; recognises that couriers and private hire drivers are key workers who …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Campaign for a real living wage
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House welcomes Living Wage Week and the PCS Union campaign for a real living wage for their members working on outsourced Government facilities management contracts; applauds these front line key workers who have continued to work throughout the pandemic making workplaces safe and secure despite being some of …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 15
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Disability Discrimination Act 1995
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that 25 years ago, on 8 November 1995, the Disability Discrimination Act received Royal Assent; recalls that this landmark piece of legislation was the result of a hard-fought campaign by disabled people, with up to 100,000 disabled activists taking part in direct action, campaigning for equal …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Potential merits of a minimum wage floor in the furlough scheme
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes with deep concern recent data from the Office for National Statistics showing that over 2 million workers have been paid less than the National Minimum Wage this year; further notes that this is a near five-fold increase on 2019; believes that it is unacceptable that anybody …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Support for hostels
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes that hostels have been hit particularly hard by the covid-19 outbreak; further notes that shared spaces, such as bathrooms and kitchens, are often part of a hostel's business model and that this has made operating at full capacity, and even reopening, difficult for many while operating …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
4th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle 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
4th November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Free school meal vouchers during the covid-19 pandemic
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House expresses dismay at the decision by the Government not to extend free school meals to eligible children during school holidays during the covid-19 outbreak; notes that the proposed second lockdown will plunge more families into poverty; notes that such a decision places over 11,000 children in Wakefield …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Universal Basic Income pilots
Tabled by:
Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House acknowledges that the current system of social security provision in the UK is not sufficient to provide financial security nor protect public health during the covid-19 outbreak; asserts that the provision of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) would establish a targeted system with no gaps and an …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 16
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Creating a welfare system that works for disabled people
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises the serious challenges and barriers disabled people face within the welfare system; further recognises the impact that the covid-19 outbreak has had on people with disabilities; notes that research by Scope has found that, on average, disabled people face extra costs of £583 a month; calls …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Delays to NHS fertility services as a result of the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House acknowledges the delays to NHS fertility services caused by the covid-19 outbreak, and the distressing impact of these delays on fertility patients; further notes the imposition of strict female age limits for NHS-funded IVF by CCGs in England, which range from 34 to 42 years old; recognises …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Future Social Care Coalition and support for care staff
Tabled by:
Baroness Keeley (Labour - Worsley and Eccles South)
That this House welcomes the launch of the cross party and cross sector Future Social Care Coalition and believes now is time for Government to support a fair deal for the social care workforce; notes that since the covid-19 outbreak social care workers are now seen as essential and not …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Ethnicity pay gap reporting
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes the efforts of Business in the Community to help cross-sector employers better understand ways that ensure the UK workplace is a place that Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) employees, business owners, entrepreneurs and communities feel they belong; further notes the potential benefit to the UK …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Big Bang Competition 2020
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates all the competitors who have taken part in the Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers Competition 2020 on the day that they would have normally been attending the Big Bang in Parliament during Tomorrow’s Engineers Week and would have been given the opportunity to showcase …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Community Carrot Co-operative
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the great work of the co-operative community run shop the Community Carrot in Dunbar; understands the shop has been recognised as part of a parliamentary report on resilience of co-operatives in Scotland and how this has helped communities during the covid-19 outbreak; notes the report was …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Peter Krykant and drug consumption van facility
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House is concerned to learn that Peter Krykant, who recently set-up a drug consumption van in Glasgow city centre, has been charged and cautioned by Police Scotland; understands that Mr Krykant set up the facility in an attempt to help and support people with addictions; firmly believes that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Entry into force of Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the United Nations adopted the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in 2017; welcomes confirmation that 50 countries have now ratified this historic agreement which will enter into force in January 2021; further notes that upon entering into force the Treaty will ban nuclear …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 20
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
WASPI women
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with great concern the continuing unfair treatment of WASPI women; further notes that many of the women concerned had no prior notice that their pensionable age and eligibility was to be pushed back; draws attention to the ongoing injustice of the situation which has placed many …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Nursing students placements during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House notes that in the first wave of the covid-19 outbreak, student nurses were rewarded with pay for their contribution to the response to the outbreak; further notes that throughout the covid-19 outbreak student healthcare workers have regularly worked 40 hour weeks, without pay, sick leave or death-in-service …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Cancer Research UK Uniting Communities Award
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Auchterhouse’s Jo Williamson following his receipt of the Uniting Communities Award at Cancer Research UK’s Flame of Hope Awards; notes that Jo has been a campaign ambassador for Cancer Research UK since 2013, and has featured in adverts and met with Members of Parliament on behalf …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Proposed closure of the Institute of Commonwealth Studies
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House regrets the abrupt and unexpected decision to close the Institute of Commonwealth Studies (ICwS); encourages relevant stakeholders to reconsider this decision; notes that the ICwS stands at the heart of Commonwealth and Post-Colonial Studies; notes that the ICwS is the only postgraduate academic institution in the UK …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Kurdistan region in Iraq
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes reports from the APPG on the Kurdistan Region in Iraq on a virtual delegation to meet Kurdistani leaders; fully acknowledges the crucial role of the Peshmerga in resisting the so-called Islamic State, that Kurdistan’s model of peaceful co-existence and equality are vital in continuing efforts to …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Digital exclusion of asylum seekers
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises that asylum seekers in the UK receive cash support of £37.75 per week in the form of cash loaded on to an ASPEN debit card; notes that the Home Office describes this cash support as helping asylum seekers pay for essentials such as food, clothing and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Students' mental health during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises that immense strain that students are currently under with regard to covid-19 restrictions implemented across UK universities; recognises that the need for accessible and high-quality mental health provision is paramount for the welfare of students across the country; notes the profound impact that the current restrictions …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
United Nations Day on 24 October 2020
Tabled by:
Stephen Farry (Alliance - North Down)
That this House joins in celebrating United Nations Day on 24 October 2020, marking the 75th anniversary of the United Nations Charter coming into effect; acknowledges the significant contributions made by the United Nations Organisation and the other agencies of the United Nations System to international peace and security, humanitarian …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
National Mentoring Week
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of mentoring, as young people, like the rest of society are facing monumental changes in their lives during the covid-19 outbreak; celebrates National Mentoring Week and The Diana Award who are ensuring that physical distancing during this challenging time does not exacerbate disconnection and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Psoriasis Awareness Week 2020
Tabled by:
Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that Psoriasis Awareness Week takes place between 29 October and 4 November 2020; recognises the vital work of the Psoriasis Association in continuing to provide information, support and help to all those affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis during the covid-19 pandemic; further notes that this …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
20th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Local Government Pension Scheme
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with concern that with the prospect of potentially significant further cuts in jobs in local government, the Government is seeking to drive through plans to cut the pension or severance payments to public sector members of the Local Government Pension Scheme aged 55 and above; and …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Result of the Bolivian presidential election
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House congratulates Luis Arce and the Movement Towards Socialism party on their victory in the Bolivian Presidential election on 18 October; notes that in his previous role as Economy Minister, Luis Arce oversaw a surge in growth, a sharp reduction in poverty and substantial investment in health and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 7
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Support for tourism, leisure, hospitality and the arts
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises the importance of the tourism, leisure, hospitality and arts sectors; further recognises the severe impact Covid-19 has had on their earnings; acknowledges that many of the businesses in these sectors had viable business models and were flourishing before the pandemic and must be supported so that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Baby loss support
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the end of baby loss awareness week UK; highlights that for so many the pain continues on; underlines the statistic that 1 in 4 suffering from loss does not include the wider pain and grief of loved ones and family; encourages women and partners to mourn …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
16th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
G20 Summit in Saudi Arabia and Human Rights
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes that Saudi Arabia currently holds the presidency of the G20 and will be hosting the G20 Summit virtually on 21-22 November 2020; is deeply concerned about Saudi Arabia’s on-going serious and systematic violations of international human rights and humanitarian law, particularly the crackdown on non-violent activists …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Drug deaths
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that deaths related to drug poisoning registered in England and Wales rose to a record 4,393 in 2019; notes that two-thirds of drug poisonings are due to drug misuse; further notes that half of the deaths involved an opiate, although cocaine deaths are also rising …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Brass for Africa
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Brass for Africa on its inspiring work to transform the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in Uganda, Rwanda and Liberia through brass music and life-skills education; applauds the work of the charity's Composer in Residence Alan Fernie in composing and recording a special lockdown …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Effect of sodium valproate and foetal valproate syndrome
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House is concerned that 300 children every year are born with foetal valproate syndrome as a result of the drug sodium valproate being prescribed to women during pregnancy; expresses shock that between 1973 and 2016 no explanation of side effects linked to the drug, such as kidney and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Democratic process and and attacks on Kurds in Turkey
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that the Turkish authorities have issued arrest warrants for 82 members of the pro-Kurdish People’s Democratic Party (HDP), including current and former democratically elected mayors, and the party’s current Central Executive Board; further notes that the HDP is the third largest political party in Turkey; notes …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Child poverty
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses concern that new child poverty data, published by the End Child Poverty Coalition on 14th October 2020, reveals that more than half of children in some constituencies are living in poverty after housing costs are factored in; notes that the highest rates of child poverty are …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Covid-19 impact on mental health
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the effect of the covid-19 outbreak on mental health; further notes the concerns of mental health charities on the level of isolation of many; thanks the churches and voluntary organisations who have put phone call and garden visits into operation, where permissible, for people who are …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Hair Discrimination
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House believes that hair policies enforced by schools and employers either officially or unofficially are an all-too-prevalent form of racial discrimination; notes with alarm cases of black children being sent home from school because of their afros, black boys being told to cut off their dreadlocks, black women …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Future of Hull-Zeebrugge Ferry Jobs and Services
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned by P&O Ferries’ plans to close the Hull-Zeebrugge route on which it is the sole operator and sell four roll-on roll-off ferries with the potential loss of eighty-one seafarer jobs in Hull and Dover; notes that P&O Ferries signed Critical Freight Grant contracts with the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Planning White Paper and Communities
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the deeply problematic Planning White Paper published by Her Majesty's Government; recognises that the proposed legislation will push for a top-down planning approach, leave the problem of land banking unresolved, and risk environmental standards being lowered; notes the importance of pushing for developers to build homes …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Gift Aid Emergency Relief Campaign
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House marks the annual Gift Aid Awareness Day which fell on 8 October 2020; appreciates that Gift Aid Relief is the practical application of the long-established principle that donations to charities should not be taxed; recognises that the charitable sector is in the middle of the biggest financial …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Extension of Furlough Scheme
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the partial U-turn by the Chancellor in extending the furlough scheme to local lockdown areas; recognises that businesses ordered to close must be supported; notes that this new support is limited to only certain parts of the UK when it is needed across the country; further …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Treatment of football supporters during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House is opposed to the introduction of a charge of £14.95 per game to view the 150 Premier League matches not part of the existing broadcast deal; notes that these matches are currently being televised free of charge; acknowledges that football is being played behind closed doors due …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Clean Air Day 2020
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House acknowledges Clean Air Day; recognises the danger that polluted air poses to the health of people across the UK; urges the Government to take more decisive and urgent action to mitigate the dangerous levels of air pollution in urban areas, further urges the Government to build partnerships …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Debenhams redundancies
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour (Co-op) - Gorton and Denton)
That this House condemns the way in which Debenhams has implemented the redundancies of thousands of workers during the Coronavirus outbreak; notes that staff were told via conference call that they would be made redundant with 3 days’ notice and 3 days’ pay and that there was no consultation or …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Census 2021
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that the ONS England and Wales Census as it appeared in 2011 did not allow for non-white citizens to identify as British; acknowledges that while the formal categories are not intentionally exclusionary, this oversight tells people of colour that they are unable to identify as solely …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Homelessness (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government's promise on 18 March 2020 that no renter who has lost income due to Coronavirus will be forced out of their home; further notes the end of the moratorium on evictions on 20 September 2020; is …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Support for outdoor education centres
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the importance of outdoor education and residential centres in developing young people’s confidence and teambuilding skills; understands the severe plight that jobs and businesses in the sector are facing as a result of the covid-19 crisis; urges the Department for Education to review the current policy …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
VAT on period pants
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House recognises the work done by WUKA Wear who have worked hard to promote the use of reusable menstrual products; references research carried out by WUKA Wear which found that 4.3 billion menstrual products are used each year, all of which goes to landfill or ends up in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Moratorium on the production and trade of weapons
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House recognises that Article 26 of the Charter of the United Nations, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this month, seeks to promote the establishment and maintenance of international peace and security with the least diversion for armaments of the world’s human and economic resources; notes the destabilisation and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2020
10 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th October 2020
31 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th October 2020
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th October 2020
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Kit Tarka Foundation
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House recognises the vital work done by the Kit Tarka Foundation; notes the importance of raising awareness of neonatal Herpes virus and the effect it has on families across the UK; highlights the fact that it is estimated one baby a week will die from this preventable illness; …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Tackling child food insecurity
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House believes no child should go hungry; welcomes Government action to provide Free School Meals over the school summer holidays; recognises that families are still struggling to afford food, that 11 per cent of parents and 6 per cent of children have directly experienced food insecurity in the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
French paternity leave
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends France’s doubling of paid paternity leave for new fathers to 28 days; praises the fact that seven days of this paternity leave will be obligatory; advocates longer paternity pay in the UK; believes that longer paternity leave helps to fight against gender inequality in the home, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
National Minimum Wage
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that the Low Pay Commission (LPC) will shortly be making its recommendations to Government for the April 2021 increase in the National Minimum Wage; further notes that the LPC consulted on a 49p rise to £9.21 per hour in April 2021; is concerned by reports that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street on 4 October when in 1936, Oswald Mosley and members of the British Union of Fascists were blocked from marching through East London by the Jewish community, trade unionists, socialists and others; recognises the continuing importance of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Supporting open-access rail operators during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that, unlike the franchised train operating companies, the UK’s open-access rail operators, including Hull Trains and Grand Central, have received no financial support package from the Government; further notes that passenger footfall and revenue across the railways remains below pre-covid 19 outbreak levels; is concerned that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th November 2020
Reopening of social care day centres
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House has concerns regarding the re-opening of social care day centres; notes that no specific guidance has been issued by the Government on reopening such centres; further notes that disproportionate amounts of funding have been made available to commercial and retail sectors in comparison to public services such …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
5th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Support for Learning Service
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that Support for Learning Services provide early intervention, assessment and support for children with SEND from birth to 25, working with families, nurseries and schools to enable all children to be fully included in their local settings and communities and to achieve positive outcomes; further notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Nature Premium campaign
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House expresses its support for the implementation of a Nature Premium to fund regular nature experiences for all children; notes that Government and academic research has demonstrated that time spent in nature will benefit children’s mental and physical wellbeing and set them up to learn; further notes that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
International Day of Older Persons 2020
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the establishment by the UN General Assembly of the International Day of Older Persons on 1 October each year; believes that older people have contributed greatly throughout their lives and deserve dignity and fairness in retirement; recognises the significant contribution many continue to make in retirement; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
1st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Problem drug use
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is appalled by the number of people dying from drug related deaths in the UK; welcomes the reports of the Scottish Affairs and Health Select Committees following their separate inquiries; supports the presentation of the Problem Drug Use Bill; notes that its implementation would ensure the drugs …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Support for Further Education colleges
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the unique role that colleges play in supporting people, employers and communities to thrive and central role in rebuilding the economy; endorses the vision of the Independent Commission on the College of the Future for a strategic and expanded role for colleges in empowering people with …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
SATS in the 2020/21 academic year
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House recognises the enormous impact that the covid-19 pandemic has had on pupils' mental health; further recognises the Institute of Education findings that 80% of headteachers agree that SATs have a negative effect on pupils' wellbeing; believes that the UK’s ‘teach to the test’ approach to education has …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2020
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Black History Month 2020
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes that October is Black History Month and welcomes the many events and initiatives across these islands to mark it; resolves to encourage every single person living on these islands to take advantage of all events being online to raise their own awareness of the equal contribution …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Importance of eye care
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the end of National Eye Health Week; further notes the work of the brain tumour charity which highlights that approximately 30 per cent of people who have brain tumours experience visual symptoms and 60 per cent of people with brain tumours experience headaches and they visit …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th November 2020
Funding for school counselling services
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern research from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy which found that 80 per cent of young people say their mental health has worsened during the covid-19 pandemic; further notes with concern that there could be significant future human and financial costs associated with …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2020
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd October 2020
2 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
19th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th October 2020
Unionlearn
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the exemplary and invaluable role played by Unionlearn in helping people acquire skills and qualifications to boost their job prospects and make a valuable contribution to the economy; applauds Unionlearn for aiding hundreds of thousands of learners at all levels, from basic numeracy and literacy to …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th October 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 19th October 2020
Minister for Travel
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House recognises that the travel trade is a crucial sector of the British economy and furthermore an industry now facing an existential threat as a result of the coronavirus pandemic; regrets that many travel businesses have closed with many more on the brink of collapse due to the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Upgrading digital selling skills to safeguard jobs
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises that with unemployment rising Britain needs to sell its way out of recession to safeguard jobs; notes that the pandemic has speeded up the digitisation of how UK businesses sell by 5.3 years; notes that 93.3 per cent of SMEs do not train their staff in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Ian Miller's retirement from Scotmid Co-operative
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House sends its best wishes to Ian Miller upon retiring from Scotmid Co-operative after 17 years on the co-operative’s East Regional Committee and nine years on its central board; notes that Ian served as a branch manager in Penicuik for 15 years and has held society membership for …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Death penalty sentences against protestors in Iran
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is shocked by the execution of champion wrestler, Navid Afkari and the alarming frequency of death penalty sentences being handed down to those involved in anti-Government protests in 2018 and 2019 in Iran; notes with alarm that the execution of Mr. Afkari is the second recent execution …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Policing of the 1984-85 Miners' Strike
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House welcomes the proposals made by an independent review established by the Scottish Government into the policing of the dispute during the 1984-85 miners’ strike in Scotland to introduce legislation to pardon those convicted for matters related to the strike; notes that the National Union of Mineworkers have …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Ukrainian Miners' Strike
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that iron ore miners in Ukraine have been on strike since 3 September 2020 at the mines of KZRK in the city of Kryvyi Rih, salutes the courageous protests including an underground sit in, against unacceptable working conditions, low wages, authoritarian management, a lack of necessary …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Winter support for tourism hospitality jobs and businesses
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House acknowledges and is grateful for the unprecedented package of support for workers and business throughout the covid-19 outbreak; notes the importance of the spring and summer months for the UK’s £100bn tourism and hospitality industry; recognises that businesses in that sector missed out on much of that …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Planning for health and wellbeing
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the low quality of new homes and places that are being created; recognises the overwhelming evidence of the link between people’s mental and physical health and the quality of their homes and neighbourhoods, including access to nature; further notes the number of new homes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Teaching of British Sign Language in schools
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House recognises the importance of ensuring that all members of society are able to communicate effectively and clearly; notes that this includes ensuring that people who are deaf or hard of hearing are able to communicate effectively and clearly; recognises that 11 million people in the UK are …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Air pollution and inequality
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses its concern at the recent findings of the Environment Agency’s State of the Environment report; notes that air pollution is the single biggest environmental threat to people’s health in the UK; further notes that many environmental factors, such as pollution and flooding, have been found to …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the importance of retaining jobs in industries still affected by the ongoing covid-19 pandemic; further recognises that the cliff-edge October cut-off date of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is set to result in hundreds of thousands of avoidable redundancies; notes research from the Trussell Trust that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Relocation of aslyum seekers and refugees from Aegean Islands
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House recognises the deteriorating conditions faced by asylum seekers and refugees on the Aegean Islands and notes the recent fire at the Moria camp in Lesvos which has left 13,000 people without shelter; welcomes the fact that Germany, France and Norway have agreed to take some of those …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Shortage of learning disability nurses
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this house expresses concern that there will potentially be a repeat of the 134 per cent increase in deaths of people with learning disabilities that happened between 10 April and 15 of May 2020 with the recent rise of covid-19 cases without more learning disability (LD) nurses; notes that …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Disqualification of the President of Catalonia
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes its great concern at the decision of the Spanish Supreme Court to remove the President of Catalonia, Quim Torra, from office by banning him from holding public posts; notes that that decision was taken because banners calling for support of the rights of Catalan political prisoners …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
29th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Government funding for zoos and aquariums
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House is concerned that not a single zoo has yet benefited from the Government’s Zoo Animals Fund and that very few are likely to stand to benefit from that funding; notes that, including the previous Zoo Support Fund, only 2 per cent of the Government’s support funds for …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Removal of requirement to publicise Planning Notices in local newspapers
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
This House recognises that local and regional newspapers, in print and digital form, reach 40.6 million people each week across the UK; notes that they perform vital democratic functions by nurturing debate, investigating local issues and running powerful campaigns that foster community identity and hold vested interests to account; considers …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
County lines and child criminal exploitation
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is alarmed at the expansion of county lines networks, recently exacerbated by covid-19; calls for clarification of laws to ensure that all young people who are groomed, coerced and controlled into committing crime are recognised as victims of trafficking and exploitation; advocates the adoption of a new …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
A covid-19 recovery mental health strategy for children
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes that a survey by the mental health charity Re-Think found that one third of children feel more anxious, sad and stressed now than before lockdown; further notes that the charity Action for Children has asked the Government to prioritise children’s mental health in covid-19 recovery planning …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Mandatory reporting on plastic packaging
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that UK supermarkets use some 114 billion pieces of throwaway plastic packaging each year; recognises that this equates to 653,000 tonnes of plastic waste, the equivalent of almost 3,000 747 jumbo jets; further recognises that almost all of this waste will end up polluting the natural …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
15th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th September 2020
Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Tabled by:
Alexander Stafford (Conservative - Rother Valley)
That this House welcomes and applauds that nothing stops a Macmillan Coffee Morning, not even coronavirus; acknowledges that cancer hasn’t stopped during the pandemic where one in two people will be diagnosed in their lifetimes; recognises that Macmillan Cancer Support is currently campaigning to restore cancer care and treatment to …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th September 2020
Rural crime
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that rural crime cost the UK £54 million in 2019, an increase of almost 9 per cent on the previous year according to the NFU which represents three quarters of farms and rural businesses; further notes the need for investment in security on farms; and calls …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th September 2020
National Eczema Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that it is National Eczema week starting on 16 September this year until 22 September; further notes the prevalence and the need for awareness of this disease to be highlighted with the mission to let the public know it is more common than a rash to …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Construction Leadership Council guidance
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that the updated Construction Leadership Council guidance version three is considerably weaker than version two; is particularly troubled by the relaxation of measures relating to social distancing; is worried about the implications of this on the health and safety of construction workers and the wider …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Nissan personal protective equipment manufacturing
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House thanks Nissan in Sunderland for repurposing its factory to make personal protective equipment (PPE) during the covid-19 crisis; notes with respect and gratitude the efforts of workers at the car plant that are now delivering up to 100,000 face visors and 18,000 aprons per week to the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
British Airways job cuts
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this Parliament calls on British Airways and other airlines to not use the covid-19 outbreak as an opportunity to reduce jobs and employees' terms and conditions; asks them instead to explore all the funding options available to maintain the sustainability of jobs as part of an overall plan for …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
28th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Support for the transport industry during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House calls on the Government to act urgently to support the transport industry, many sectors of which have been met with silence from the Department for Transport and the Treasury; urges the Government to listen to representatives of the aviation, road haulage, coaching and holiday travel industry who …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th April 2020
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Charging of commercial rents during closure by pub companies
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House expresses support for all businesses during the Covid-19 pandemic; notes that the UK's pubs, which are of huge importance to communities, to the economy and tourism are closed and unable to trade and are dependent on Government support to survive; further notes that some pub-owning companies are …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Coronavirus Self Employed Income Support Scheme
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Coronavirus Self Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) but is concerned that the details do not reflect the reality of self-employment in the UK; notes that the scheme calculates support based on three years of tax returns and therefore financially penalises those who have worked part …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
VAT on tourism
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises the major importance of the tourism sector to the UK economy and that tourism-related businesses lie at the heart of many local communities; notes that this sector has been disproportionally impacted by the covid-19 epidemic; is concerned by reports that in areas of the UK reliant …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Sunday Mirror Reward frontline heroes campaign
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House supports the Sunday Mirror Reward frontline heroes campaign calling for a scheme to reward health and care workers for their selfless dedication and commitment in the battle against covid-19; recognises their unstinting dedication and determination, often going well beyond the call of duty, and putting stress and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Consumer rights and the long term sustainability of the travel industry
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that this is a time of unprecedented challenge for the travel industry; is deeply concerned that an investigation by consumer rights organisation Which? has found that all of the UK’s 20 largest travel operators and airlines are openly breaking the law by delaying refunds for cancelled …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
27th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Recognition of Royal Mail Staff
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House expresses its gratitude for the hard work of Royal Mail's postal workers in helping to ensure that people, communities and businesses stay connected during the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the important role Royal Mail is playing in the delivery of important parcels, letters, medical prescriptions and NHS appointments …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Support for our local press during covid-19
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a package of support to aid local newspapers who are facing an unprecedented crisis caused by the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the key role local newspapers play in our communities; acknowledges that despite this important service, and the hard work of staff …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Rojava and covid-19
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that the North East Syria Autonomous Region (AANES) also known as Rojava is providing sanctuary to 650,000 refugees and IDPs who have fled the attacks of ISIS and the Turkish Government; further notes that the refugees come from diverse ethnicities and religions; further notes that the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Future of the British Council
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the impact of the global Coronavirus crisis on the ability of the British Council to continue its work across the world; notes that the British Council was founded in 1934 and is a Non-Departmental Public Body which assists in the teaching of English in …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
New starters under the CJRS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises there are loopholes in the Coronavirus Jobs Retention Scheme for new starters; acknowledges that the support offered of 80 per cent of wages up to £2,500 a month is vital for workers during the coronavirus outbreak; recognises that the cut-off date of 19 March 2020 for …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Yemen's ongoing humanitarian crisis
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is extremely concerned that the world’s worst man-made humanitarian crisis could deteriorate further following reports of imminent aid cuts to UN humanitarian programmes in Yemen; notes that more than five years of fighting between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthi armed group has already resulted in two-thirds …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd April 2020
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Thank you NHS workers
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House pays thanks to all key workers and front line staff in the NHS; notes that these workers risk their lives every day by going to work; and recognises their contribution to the safety and health of the public by continuing to work during the current covid-19 outbreak.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Childcare fees
Tabled by:
Janet Daby (Labour - Lewisham East)
That this House expresses concern that parents, including those who have suddenly lost income as a result of coronavirus, are continuing to be charged childcare fees by providers despite coronavirus-related closures; welcomes the significant steps taken so far by Government to support childcare providers financially and to keep childcare provision …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Creation of a new bank holiday
Tabled by:
Colum Eastwood (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House recognises the contribution, work and sacrifice of all who work in the National Health Service, in other blue light services, key sectors and those selflessly volunteering during the COVID-19 crisis, many of whom are working night and day; and calls on the Government to recognise this contribution …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Healthcare charges for migrants
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that migrant communities, who are disproportionately at risk of exclusion, stigma and discrimination, are not currently receiving the necessary safeguards; further notes that the British Medical Association, the Royal College of Physicians, and Doctors of the World have called on the Government to suspend the National …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Government support for companies registered in tax havens
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House welcomes the decision by the Danish authorities to exempt companies that are registered in tax havens from Government aid programmes; notes that it is unfair to taxpayers for the UK Government to support companies who have increased their profits by circumventing the domestic tax regime; and calls on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Rate of pay for furloughed workers
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises that, for those workers covered by the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, it is providing an essential safety net for many workers and their families during this crisis, ensuring businesses can maintain their workforce and enabling them to re-open in the future; notes that the Resolution Foundation …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Insurance claims and coronavirus
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House expresses its concern that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has advised insurers that they see no reason to intervene in cases where business interruption claims resulting from the covid-19 virus are not covered; notes that the fine print of many business interruption policies do not include provision for …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
21st April 2020
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Government support for veterinary practices during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes the impact of Covid-19 on veterinary practices; recognises that veterinary practices are not only local businesses but essential services in communities; further recognises that veterinary practices are vital to maintaining the food supply chain and provide lifesaving care and treatment to animals; notes that the British …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
EU exit transition period
Tabled by:
Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South and Mid Down)
That this House notes with disappointment the announcement on 16 April 2020 by the UK’s chief Brexit negotiator that the UK Government intends to refuse to extend the EU exit transition period beyond December 2020, risking a no-deal Brexit during a time that the UK, Europe and much of the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Government support for dental practices during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes the impact of covid-19 on dental practices; recognises that dental practices offer vital services forncommunities; notes that the British Dental Association (BDA) has called for support with business rates to be provided for private and specialist dental practices and warned that some dental practices have not …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Consular assistance for British nationals
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recommends clarifying the guidance around consular assistance and enshrining in law the right to consular assistance at a time when thousands of British nationals are stranded overseas during the outbreak of covid-19; recognises that currently there is no legal right to consular assistance for British nationals including …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Mutual aid community initiatives providing essential services
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House commends the invaluable contributions made by all individuals who have committed their time to organising and volunteering for local mutual aid community initiatives; recognises that the meaning and value of neighbours and community has developed an ever greater significance and role, especially for the most vulnerable in …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Community efforts to protect NHS workers during the covid-19 pandemic
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates the innovative measures undertaken by individuals and groups to support and protect NHS workers; recognises the national spirit and community creativity collectively engaged to tackle shortfalls in supplies; acknowledges the meaningful contribution of those groups in the fight against the covid-19 pandemic; notes in particular the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Statutory Sick Pay
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes that the Secretary of State for Health told the BBC Question Time programme that he could not live on Statutory Sick Pay of £94.25 week; believes that no worker should be expected to live on statutory sick pay of that level; and calls upon the Government …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
NICE Guidelines on covid-19
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes that on 23 March 2020 the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence introduced new guideline, NG 159; is concerned that the NICE guidelines for covid treatment state that people who need help with personal care will get a rank of 7, and only those in …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
25th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protection of UK charities and third sector organisations
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House has considered the invaluable role that charity and third-sector organisations play in supporting vulnerable people and communities across the UK; recognises the immense strain placed on the sector by restrictions caused by the covid-19 outbreak; urges the Government to consider the need for a sector-wide bailout for …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Closure of call centre sites during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes concerns expressed by call centre staff who are being asked to physically attend work despite the Government's covid-19 advice to stay at home; believes that such demands are in breach of the national covid-19 guidance as much of that work is not essential and all that …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
24th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Support for the self-employed
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends the Government’s measures to support businesses and employees during the covid-19 outbreak; notes however that those measures still leave the country’s 5 million self-employed people with no reliable safety net; further notes that one in four people in South Lakeland is self-employed; recognises that each day …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th March 2020
3 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Hong Kong and Magnitsky-style sanctions
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the ongoing breaches by China and its controlled regime in Hong Kong of basic principles of human rights and specifically of the Sino-British Joint Declaration on Hong Kong; welcomes the commitment by Her Majesty’s Government to develop a regime for the introduction of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Price increases during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House expresses concern at reports that some retailers are inflating the prices of products in the wake of the covid-19 outbreak; notes that the Competition and Markets Authority has urged businesses to behave responsibly and not increase prices in response to the covid-19 crisis; applauds the actions of retailers …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Global Health - marking World TB Day 2020
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises World TB Day which takes place on 24 March 2020; notes that 10 million people fall ill with TB every year with 4,000 deaths each day; further recognises that the communities most affected by TB, both in the UK and globally, are often the most vulnerable …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
National Food Service campaign
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House notes that there is an urgent need for national action to stave off food insecurity during the covid-19 outbreak; and calls on the Government to take the following steps to deal with food insecurity: to provide immediate support to all voluntary and mutual-aid organisations currently working to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Census (England and Wales)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the draft of the Order in Council, entitled Census (England and Wales) Order 2020, which was laid before this House on 2 March, be not submitted to Her Majesty.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
23rd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
2021 census and a Sikh ethnic tick box
Tabled by:
Preet Kaur Gill (Labour (Co-op) - Birmingham Edgbaston)
That this House notes the cross-party campaign led by the All Party Parliamentary Group for British Sikhs for a Sikh ethnic tick box to be included in the 2021 England and Wales Census; supports Early Day Motion 309; and calls on the Government to allow a debate on The Census …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist 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
19th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Temporary basic income during covid–19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Sammy Wilson (Democratic Unionist Party - East Antrim)
That this House notes the serious impact of the downturn in economic activity due to the steps taken to deal with the covid-19 virus and its consequences, in particular the self-employed and freelance workers; and calls on the Government to use emergency legislation to introduce a temporary basic income aimed …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Universal Credit deductions
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
This House welcomes the three-month suspension of debts and overpayments being deducted from universal credit; notes that sums to repay advance payments continue to be deducted from universal credit, and that such deductions are a main driver of need for food banks; notes also that the continuation of deductions will …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Dominic Cummings
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Prime Minister to seek the immediate resignation of his chief adviser, Mr Dominic Cummings; notes with concern the damage Mr Cummings' breach of clear lockdown rules during the Covid-19 pandemic has done to public health advice and public confidence in it; further notes that …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Work of charities during covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the incredible work of charities and the voluntary sector during the covid-19 outbreak to provide practical support for people struggling with mental health; thanks those people that have helped others and kept communities operating; and supports Her Majesty’s message that we will succeed and better days …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Seafarers and covid-19
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned about the ongoing challenges faced by Merchant Navy seafarers who are unable to return home due to global covid-19 pandemic restrictions; understands that as a result of port and air route bans for individual travellers there are an estimated 2,000 UK mariners that have …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Treatment services during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House acknowledges the vital role being performed by drug and alcohol treatment services throughout the country during the covid-19 outbreak; recognises that key workers on the frontline of critical service provision are among the unsung heroes who rarely receive the recognition they deserve; commends the dedication with which …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Extension of EU transition period
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with concern the UK Government’s stated position to stick rigidly to its timeline of ending the EU transition period in December 2020; recognises that this significantly increases the risk of a no-deal exit; further recognises that it will be impossible for the vast majority of businesses …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Public inquiry into the effect of covid-19 on BAME communities
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House is concerned that covid-19 infections and deaths have disproportionately affected Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) British people; notes that BAME people make up one third of covid-19 patients in intensive care, two thirds of NHS staff who have died, and out of twenty three NHS doctors …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Gay and transgender conversion therapies
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House condemns the continued practice of gay and transgender conversion therapies in the UK; notes that this practice has been linked to an increased risk of suicide, poor mental health and substance abuse; recognises that the Government has pledged to ban such practices in their LGBT Action Plan …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Enabling people to work from home to protect against covid-19
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the importance of people working from home to protect the NHS and limit the spread of covid-19; notes that many workers lack the equipment to work effectively from home and often cannot afford to pay for expensive equipment without financial support from employers; encourages the Government …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protections for tenants during coronavirus crisis
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House is concerned about the high number of tenants who have lost income during the coronavirus crisis; further concerned about the number of tenants who are in rent arrears and are at risk of eviction as soon as the temporary freeze on evictions is lifted; notes that this …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Christian Aid Week
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises East Lothian's fundraising efforts in raising £35,477 for Christian Aid Week; acknowledges this achievement places East Lothian in the 17th position in raising the most out of all constituencies across the UK; notes these funds will go towards supporting those who have been hardest hit by …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 1
13th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia and Interphobia 2020
Tabled by:
Crispin Blunt (Independent - Reigate)
That this House notes that 17 May is the annual International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia and Interphobia to highlight the violence and discrimination that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex communities and other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) continue to face; further …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
12th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
P&O Ferries' proposals on British seafarer jobs
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with concern P&O Ferries’ proposal to make 1,100 redundancies amongst key workers in Dover and Hull; further notes that this includes over 730 seafarer ratings who make up 8 per cent of the total UK workforce; offers support to the workers and families in coastal communities …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
12th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Refunds for travel cancelled due to covid-19
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this house recognises the financial pressure that many households are under due to covid-19 and that many of these will be legally entitled to refunds from travel companies; notes that some companies are not providing these refunds in a timely manner or are making cash refunds difficult to access; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Household energy bills during lockdown
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned with the increasing financial pressures being felt by struggling families as a result of the coronavirus; recognises that energy bills are estimated to increase by an average of £32 a month or almost £400 a year due to increased energy usage during lockdown; understands …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Sustainable aviation beyond covid-19
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House recognises the importance of the aviation industry to the national and regional economies of the UK; acknowledges the aviation industry's efforts to achieve sustainability and specifically its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the Government's overall target for the UK; acknowledges the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Supporting supply teachers during covid-19
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises that many supply teachers are still facing significant anxiety due to a lack of clarity from the Government with regards to furlough during the covid-19 outbreak; notes that with schools set to reopen in a phased manner many supply teachers will rely on the welfare system …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
11th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Taxation of businesses
Tabled by:
Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Belfast South and Mid Down)
That this House recognises the impact of the ongoing Covid 19 crisis and the financial strains placed on business; supports vital Government action to safeguard jobs and support businesses during the pandemic; believes all businesses should pay their fair share of tax and recognises that the majority of businesses do; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
6th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protecting bus workers during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House commends the UK's front-line bus workers, many of whom have continued to work during the covid-19 outbreak in order to provide transport for other key workers; regrets that tragically, across the UK, a number of bus workers have died from covid-19; is concerned by the findings of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
6th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Denis Goldberg
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Denis Goldberg, anti-apartheid campaigner, a hero of the South Africa liberation struggle, sentenced alongside Nelson Mandela at the Rivonia trial, imprisoned for 22 years, founder of the Community Heart Charity, frequent visitor to Scotland and the UK, Patron of the Nelson …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Govenrment support for seafarers during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that seafarers and dockers are classed by the Government as key workers; pays tribute to the vital role they have played in keeping the UK moving and connected during the Coronavirus crisis; is concerned by the findings of the RMT trade union survey of seafarers and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Contribution of civil service employees during covid-19 crisis
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House expresses its gratitude to the tens of thousands of workers across the civil service who are playing absolutely critical frontline roles at this time of the covid-19 epidemic; praises their dedication and professionalism at this testing time; notes that Department for Work Pensions' staff are coping with …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
The two-child limit, poverty and coronavirus
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes the Child Poverty Action Group and the Church of England’s report, published 5 May 2020, which found that an estimated 60,000 families will be affected by the two-child limit as a result of the covid-19 crisis, joining around 230,000 families affected by the policy since April …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protect offshore jobs
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned about the crisis facing the oil and gas sector as a result of covid-19; notes that the price of oil is now just over $20 per barrel compared with over $70 per barrel this time last year; fears that this low price of oil could …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
British Airways redundancies
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with concern that British Airways has made 12,000 staff redundant; thanks these workers for their heroic efforts in repatriating those stranded due to covid-19 at their own risk; offers solidarity to these workers that find themselves needlessly out of a job in the middle of a …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Bus driver safety during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House pays its respects to the bus drivers that have succumbed to covid-19 during this crisis, including 27 London bus drivers; thanks all bus drivers for their service; notes the invaluable job that bus drivers are doing to keep this country running; stresses that measures must be put …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 6
Alba Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Pandemic risks and the destruction of nature
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the warnings of increased risk of pandemics from the destruction of nature, in particularly by four world-leading scientists from the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) as published on 27 April 2020; further notes their diagnosis that rampant deforestation, uncontrolled expansion of intensive …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
FCO travel advice and insurance for school trips
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is currently advising British nationals against all but essential travel indefinitely; further notes that the indefinite nature of the advice means that insurance companies do not have to refund schools for school trips that cannot go ahead until a couple …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Redundancies at British Airways
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House recognises that the Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has enabled it to work with businesses and trade unions to protect the economy and avoid mass redundancies; appreciates the role aviation workers have played in operating flights, repatriating citizens and delivering essential medical and personal protective equipment supplies; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Covid-19 and BAME communities
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House is alarmed at the growing evidence that black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) people are over-represented in hospitalisations and deaths from covid-19 and that there are clear systemic economic inequalities that are meaning that ethnic minority communities are being disproportionately affected by the coronavirus crisis; is concerned …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Free School Meal Vouchers
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House acknowledges the valuable support provided to vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils during the covid-19 pandemic by the provision of free school meal vouchers; recognises the difficulties schools and parents are facing due to problems with the Edenred system in the provision of the vouchers; and calls on the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Universal Credit, Maternity Allowance & SMP
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House is deeply concerned by the different treatment of Maternity Allowance and Statutory Maternity Pay by the Department of Work and Pensions in the calculation of Universal Credit awards, with Statutory Maternity Pay being treated as earned income and largely disregarded under the work allowance and 63 per …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
29th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Support for Local Authorities during the Covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House expresses its gratitude for the hard work of local authorities in helping to ensure that vulnerable groups are protected during the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the vital role that local authorities are playing in the co-ordination and running of local support groups that distribute food and medication and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 8
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
29th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Emergency powers in Hungary
Tabled by:
Stephen Farry (Alliance - North Down)
That this House notes Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian Government’s exploitation of the covid-19 pandemic to put in place emergency powers that effectively undermine democracy and the rule of law in Hungary; stresses that any emergency measures must be temporary and proportionate, denounces the actions to suppress human rights and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protecting maritime employment
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with concern the unprecedented impact of covid-19 on the maritime economy; supports the RMT trade union’s proposals for protecting UK maritime workers from the long-term economic effects of the coronavirus crisis; calls for no compulsory redundancies of UK seafarers, dock or port workers during or after …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
LGBTQ+ exclusion on World Blood Donor Day
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises World Blood Donor Day 2020; notes that men who have had sexual contact with other men in the last three months are excluded from donating blood; calls on the Government to work with the Advisory Committee on the Safety of Blood, Tissues and Organs on reviewing …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
EDM Deforestation
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House is concerned at the scale of deforestation around the world; recognises that rainforests are important to both animals and humans alike and that deforestation has a negative effect on air by reducing the amount of oxygen; further notes that the links between deforestation and drought are very significant; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Dying for sick pay campaign
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes the Public and Commercial Services Union national campaign ‘Dying for sick pay’ which marks the 30th anniversary of International Justice Day for Cleaners and Security and calls on Government to extend full occupational sick pay from day one for all outsourced workers on civil service contracts; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Impact of covid-19 on the humanitarian crisis in Yemen
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House commends the Government for committing £160 million in aid to help fight coronavirus and address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen; notes the UN-backed collaborative partnership, the International Initiative on covid-19 in Yemen (IICY), to support Yemen’s response to coronavirus by channelling specific medical supplies and funding …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Persecution of Leyla Guven and Kurdish political prisoners in Turkey
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House expresses its deep concern for the welfare of two HDP members Leyla Guven and Musa Farisogullri in Turkey who were arrested and detained on 4 June 2020 after that Parliament stripped them of their status as MPs and immunity from prosecution; notes Guven recently survived 200 days …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Safari parks
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with concern that safari parks remain listed as businesses required to remain closed during the covid-19 lockdown; further notes that safari parks are drive-through operations with a built-in element of social distancing; draws attention to the suggestion from representatives from English safari parks that legislative proposals …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Bowel Cancer step up for 30
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the awareness bowel cancer campaign Step up for 30; highlights the aim to get sponsored to do 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 days during the month of June; further notes that the activity can be running, swimming, walking the dog, or even …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
UK fashion industry during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commends the efforts of the British fashion industry; notes that Burberry have retooled their trench coat factory in Castleford, Yorkshire to manufacture non-surgical gowns, established a community fund, donated 150,000 pieces of personal protective equipment to the NHS and healthcare charities such as Marie Curie, donated to …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Long-term funding for local authorities
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends local authorities for going above and beyond to support communities during the coronavirus crisis; recognises their work caring for vulnerable adults, ensuring schools are kept open for at-risk children and the children of key workers, housing rough sleepers, coordinating the supply of personal protective equipment and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Covid-19 global ceasefire
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House notes United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ recent call for a global ceasefire to combat the rapid spread of COVID-19; futher notes that Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab endorsed this call for peace; is concerned that little action has been taken by the UK government to make this a …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
LGBTQ+ conversion therapy in the UK
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the need to make LGBTQ+ conversion therapy illegal in the United Kingdom; believes that Her Majesty’s Government must act to ensure all citizens of the LGBTQ+ community feel protected from harm; is concerned at the continuing of such archaic practices in the United Kingdom; calls on …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Teaching of British colonial history in schools
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House calls for the teaching of British colonial history in school curricula across the UK; recognises that much of Britain's wealth was built upon brutal suppression and the embedding of racism and division across the world; that great cities such as Glasgow, Liverpool and Bristol were built upon …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
World Environment Day
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House recognises the profound impact covid-19 has had across the globe, affecting health and health services, impacting the global economy, and exacerbating social and economic inequalities; notes however that the world continues to face an ever-growing environmental emergency; believes the pandemic has highlighted the importance of governments working …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter campaign
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House stands in solidarity with the friends, family and community of George Floyd in Minneapolis; recognises that George Floyd is tragically another name on the long list of unarmed Black men that have died in police custody in the United States of America (USA); notes that state-sanctioned racism …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Eighth anniversary of the Istanbul Convention
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2020 marks the eighth anniversary of the UK Government signing the Istanbul Convention on the protection of women and girls from violence; welcomes the Convention’s ratification by 33 of the original signatories including the UK's friends and neighbours in Ireland; recognises the work …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Reading tax on audiobooks
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the Government action on axing the reading tax on e-books to bring the rate of VAT in line with print books; notes with concern that audiobooks still carry the full rate of VAT; believes that audiobooks are vital for millions of people in the UK with …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
World Environment Day 2020
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House celebrates World Environment Day on 5 June 2020; notes that it is time to recognise the nature emergency; calls for the UK to become carbon negative not neutral; notes that young people, given that they will have to carry the main burden, should be involved in the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
3rd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
3rd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
School children's access to online learning
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House recognises that teachers are working hard to ensure that children are sufficiently supplied with resources for home learning; notes that a large majority of these resources are online; is concerned that school children from disadvantaged social-economic backgrounds may not have access to computers, laptops, tablets or broadband; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Government support for the UK's cultural and creative industries
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the enormous economic and social value of the UK’s cultural and creative industries; recognises that this sector is particularly hard hit by the coronavirus crisis, including because of the likelihood that they will be amongst the last to fully open because of social distancing measures; believes …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Children and young people with SEND: support for families and carers
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House commends the extraordinary care that families and carers provide for SEND children and young people; recognises that the need to provide full time care during the covid-19 crisis has put families under chronic additional strain and pressure; notes that 50 per cent of families with disabled children …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Redundancies at Heathrow Express
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with concern that Heathrow Express has proposed 120 redundancies among its frontline station and on-train keyworkers, in addition to a reorganisation that abolishes the frontline mobile sales advisor and customer concierge grades and cuts many roles to part-time hours; further notes that many of the company’s …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd June 2020
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Green recovery
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the need for Government action to support economic renewal as covid-19 restrictions are lifted; believes that this recovery must be a green recovery, designed to deliver the urgent objectives of restoring wildlife and the natural environment on land and at sea, averting dangerous climate change, minimising …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2020
67 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2020
59 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Extending the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House welcomes the support provided through the Coronavirus Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) but is concerned that that scheme will not cover claimants beyond the end of May 2020; regrets that many self-employed people have not been eligible for that scheme due to anomalies in that scheme's criteria; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protection for minimum wage workers on furlough
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House is concerned that many workers earning the minimum wage are currently only receiving 80 per cent of their minimum wage salary under the Government’s furlough scheme; is concerned that workers are being expected to live on less than the state-declared minimum wage especially given that rents, bills …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Mental Health Awareness Week 2020
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that it is Mental Health Awareness Week 2020; highlights the fact that the theme this year is Be Kind and Kindness; encourages people within the social distancing rules in place to make contact with loved ones and offer support; further highlights that the effect of covid-19 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Gas Safety week
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the 10th Annual Gas Safety Week, running from 14 to 20 September 2020; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign, organised by the Gas Safe Register, plays in highlighting the importance of gas safety to the public; notes the devastating ripple effect that a gas incident, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
14th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Centrica
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises the constructive approach taken by GMB Union and Unison in negotiations around their members' pay and conditions with British Gas and its parent company Centrica; condemns the tactics employed by that company in commencing those negotiations with threats to dismiss and re-engage its UK workforce on …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Honk for Hope Campaign
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes with concern the effect of the covid-19 outbreak on the coach industry; supports the aims of the Honk for Hope Campaign organised by Jenna Rush; is disappointed that the coach industry has been excluded from the Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant fund; further notes the significant …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Suspension of income requirements for family visas
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes that there are thousands of couples and families who are currently separated, or at imminent risk of becoming separated, due to restrictive income requirements for British nationals and settled residents wishing to be joined in the UK by a partner from outside the EEA; welcomes the …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
National Hygiene Week
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House notes that National Hygiene Week ran by The Hygiene Bank falls on the week beginning 14 September; highlights that one fifth of the UK population lives in poverty and that the number is growing exponentially in 2020 due to the covid-19 outbreak; is concerned that people who …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
The global wildlife trade and prevention of future zoonotic pandemics
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern the increased risks of future pandemics from the continued exploitation and commodification of wildlife in the global wildlife trade; further notes that zoonotic diseases are responsible for over two billion cases of human illness and over two million human deaths each year, that sixty …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 26
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
11th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
47th anniversary of the Chilean military coup
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes that 11 September 2020 marks the 47th anniversary of the military coup d’etat in Chile that overthrew the democratically elected Government of Salvador Allende and led to 17 years of military dictatorship; solemnly pays tribute to the more than 3,000 people murdered and 30,000 tortured in …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Greencore
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes that the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Greencore) Regulations 2020 (921) require staff at the company, which makes M&S sandwiches, to self-isolate for 14 days, without compensating staff for loss of earnings either at Greencore or elsewhere; further notes that staff have either been on SSP or …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Statutory sick pay (No. 2)
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House recognises that the covid-19 pandemic has highlighted that statutory sick pay (SSP) of £95.80 per week is not enough to live on, and that nearly two million low-paid part-time or zero hours workers are excluded from any sick pay at all; is gravely concerned that this situation …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
10th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Casual Workers' Rights
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House regrettably notes that casual workers’ rights are wholly inadequate; further notes that zero-hours, rolling and other forms of insecure contracts have eroded job security and work-based entitlements to the extent that many people employed by such means are unable to buy or rent a home, afford utility …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Post-Covid-19 support
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is concerned that many individuals who contracted covid-19 are continuing to be affected by the virus many months after their initial infection; notes that these post-viral symptoms can include: extreme fatigue, dizziness, severe headaches and muscular pain, inability to concentrate and post-exertional malaise; further notes that exercise …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Researching and supporting people with long Covid-19 symptoms
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour (Co-op) - Gorton and Denton)
That this House recognises that around 10 per cent of people experience prolonged illness after covid-19 and calls upon the Government to urgently collect and regularly report on the number of those living with long covid by following up on those with confirmed or clinical diagnoses of covid-19; notes that …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Universal Service Obligation
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House recognises that the ongoing covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the severity of the digital divide prevalent in the UK; notes that part of the problem that exasperates the digital divide is slow or poor broadband connection; further notes that part of the solution to improving broadband is to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
World Suicide Prevention Day
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House marks Thursday the 10th of September 2020 as World Suicide Prevention Day; notes with worry that suicide rates in the UK are increasing; further notes with extreme concern that suicide is the leading cause of death in young people in the UK, with young men and LGBT+ …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Brain tumour awareness and research
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House calls for an increase in both awareness of and research into brain tumours; notes that this type of cancer presently receives less than 3 per cent of the UK’s cancer research budget despite being the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; specifically recognises the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Funding for charity medical research
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that charities play a vital role in funding medical research for many chronic conditions and life-threatening illnesses; further notes that the covid-19 outbreak has placed a financial strain on the charity sector which has seen a reduction in donations during the outbreak; acknowledges the importance of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Poland anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House condemns the anti-LGBTQ+ ideology promoted by Poland’s recently re-elected President, Andrzej Duda; decries the rhetoric used by President Duda during his election campaign, and his first term of Presidency, which demonstrates homophobia promoted by the highest levels of government in Poland; is concerned that this anti-LGBTQ+ attitude …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Recurring charges made by retailers
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that in recent years, the use of continuous payment authorities, subscription payments that enable the merchant to take payments from a customer’s account on dates of their choosing and for different amounts without seeking further authorisation from them, has increased; notes that many people are left …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Remembering Featherstone Massacre 1893
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House remembers the atrocities which took place in Featherstone, West Yorkshire on 7th September 1893; notes with sadness the 6 injured and two killed, named James Gibb, 22, and James Duggan, 25, after the army was ordered to fire shots into a crowd of miners and their families, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
2nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Cuts to education funding
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House recognises the campaigning work of Eleanor Falshaw, Joseph Stevens and Ben Taylor, three young people from the Hemsworth constituency, who have been raising awareness about the impact of education cuts; notes the significance of the figures they have uncovered which reveal that social mobility in Hemsworth constituency …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Ban on sample sachets
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes that globally personal care companies produce some 120 billion plastic sachets each year; recognises these samples of shampoo, moisturiser and fragrance placed end-to-end would stretch to the moon 27 times over; recognises that these sachets are completely non-recyclable and will almost always end up in the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
VAT on sunscreen
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls for sunscreen to be reclassified as an essential healthcare item and therefore be exempted from VAT, given the important role it plays in preventing serious health conditions like skin cancer; understands that sunscreen is currently classified as a cosmetic product in the UK and is therefore …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Co-operative Insurance and MarkerStudy
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House notes the negotiations taking place between Co-operative Insurance and MarkerStudy, with a view to MarkerStudy taking over operations; further notes that the Co-operative Insurance workforce have served the company loyally, some over many years; is concerned that this takeover will result in 200 jobs disappearing; is equally …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 755), dated 20 July 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 July 2020, be annulled.
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 3
22nd July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 50, 2019-20 welcoming the public consultation on the controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; further notes that the consultation on banning trophy hunting imports ended in February 2020; supports the view of the coalition of animal charities …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) (No. 3) Order 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 756), dated 20 July 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 21 July 2020, be annulled.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 3
21st July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that The Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development and Miscellaneous Amendments) (England) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 632), dated 23 June 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 24 June 2020, be annulled.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
21st July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Sector consultation on DFID-FCO merger and Integrated Review
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House notes that the Government has repeatedly misrepresented consultation of the development sector on the Department for International Development's response to the covid-19 crisis as equating a formal mechanism for consultation on the DFID-FCO merger or Integrated Review; further notes that consultation on the UK’s international covid-19 response …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Free travel for children and young people in London
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
This House notes that as part of the emergency funding deal for Transport for London the Government has insisted on the suspension of free travel for under 18 year olds in London, despite children and young people being able to travel around the capital for free, or at a discounted …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
7 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Indefinite leave to remain for health and social care workers
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises the invaluable role of foreign nationals working in the health and social care sector on the frontline of the covid-19 outbreak; applauds their brave and unwavering hard work in the face of such unprecedented and difficult circumstances to ensure people get the care they need; notes …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
7 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Children's respite care services
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges there are over 1.1 million children with disabilities throughout the UK and highlights the benefits of respite care for those children; raises its concerns about the quality of provision of children’s respite care; notes that according to the Disabled Children’s Partnership there is a funding gap …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2020
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
BBC TV licenses
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House supports the urgent reversal of the decision to make over-75s pay for TV licences during the covid-19 outbreak; notes with concern that licenses will have to be paid for from August 2020; believes that responsibility for funding free TV licences should not have been handed over by …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Early pay rise for NHS staff
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool Wavertree)
That this House recognises the extraordinary commitment and sacrifice of NHS staff throughout the covid-19 outbreak; believes that the depth of public gratitude for this work must now be reflected in what the Government does next for NHS staff; notes that as it stands, NHS staff must wait until 2021 …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Hearing loops
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the important and liberating effect of hearing loops on hearing-impaired people, allowing them to participate in public events and meetings; agrees that too few venues have hearing loops, which is in breach of the obligations set out in the Equality Act 2010; acknowledges the negative impact …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Disabled students and access to higher education
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House is concerned that students with disabilities face a financial barrier when accessing assistive technology and other miscellaneous equipment as a result of the £200 minimum contribution required from the Disabled Students Allowance; notes that the implication of that cost is likely to be magnified as a result …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Minimum income requirement
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House condemns the minimum income requirement under Immigration Rules; notes that forty per cent of the UK population does not earn the required £18,600 to be eligible to live with a partner from outside the EEA under the Government's policy; recognises the level of anxiety this policy has …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th July 2020
5 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
15th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Vehicle safety standards
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes the contribution brought about by vehicle safety standards, consumer safety ratings and manufacturing initiatives to reducing death and serious injury in collisions on the UK's roads over the last 25 years; recognises with concern the scope for potential lowering of vehicle safety standards in negotiations on …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Conduct of British Association of Journalists
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is appalled by the behaviour of the tiny British Association of Journalists (BAJ), which is not affiliated to the TUC and has no international trade union connection, in reaching a wholly unethical and unprincipled sweetheart deal with the management of Iran International; believes that this move was …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Conduct of the Prime Minister (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House rejects the Prime Minister’s claim on Monday 6 July 2020 that too many care homes didn't really follow the procedures during the covid-19 outbreak; further notes that during Prime Minister’s Questions on 24 June 2020, the Prime Minister stated that he accepted responsibility for everything that has …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Government support for asylum seekers
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House is concerned about the current provisions provided by the Home Office to support those seeking asylum throughout the pandemic; asks the Government to review the current claiming system and modify it to allow for an asylum claim to be made remotely; demands that the financial support provided …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Restoration of online democracy and equal rights for MPs
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House believes that the decision to discontinue the ability of elected MPs to participate remotely in parliamentary debates, bill committees and by electronic voting is unlawful and discriminatory because it means that up to 250 elected MPs, who are clinically shielded to protect themselves or their families from …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
13th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Audio-visual performers' rights
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s Beijing Treaty on Audio-Visual Performances which came into force on 28 April 2020; notes that the aim of that Treaty is to extend the economic and moral rights of actors and performers in audio-visual performances including films, videos and television programs; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Support of football fans for communities during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House pays tribute to the invaluable role played by football fans in supporting communities, frontline workers and protecting the most vulnerable people in the covid-19 crisis; notes that more than 100 tonnes of food have been donated to local foodbanks since the start of lockdown by Fan Supporting …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Catch Up With Cancer campaign
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that experts widely predict the UK could be set to lose tens of thousands of lives unnecessarily to cancer as a result of the cancer backlog induced as a consequence of the NHS’s response to the covid-19 pandemic, and notes the crisis in cancer services highlighted …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Shark fin trade
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House notes with concern that many shark species are threatened with extinction; notes that despite shark finning being banned in UK waters, the shark fin trade continues; recognises the important campaign work of Bite-Back, Greenpeace, the Shark Trust and many others; calls on the Government to ban shark …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
6th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Enforcement
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Taking Control of Goods and Certification of Enforcement Agents (Amendment) (No. 2) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 614), dated 19 June 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 19 June 2020, be annulled.
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 1
7th July 2020
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
2nd July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Assessing the feasibility of citizens’ basic income pilots in Scotland
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes the recent publication of the report entitled Assessing the Feasibility of Citizens’ Basic Income Pilots in Scotland which presents comprehensive and detailed research into the feasibility of a citizens’ basic income pilot in Scotland; further notes that it has been developed by a successful collaboration of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
1st July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Co-operative sector and economic recovery
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that the UK co-operative movement has grown to a combined annual turnover of £38 billion owned by over 14 million members and 241,714 employees; further notes that co-operatives in the UK operate across a wide range of sectors, all guided by the values and principles of …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Abolishing the Department for Work and Pensions' six month rule
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises that it has been one year since the all-party Parliamentary group on Terminal Illness published its report on the legal definition of terminal illness; condemns the rules of the Department for Work and Pensions which mean that benefits are only fast-tracked if a terminally ill person …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Reinstatement of benefit sanctions
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the decision to reinstate benefit sanctions in the middle of a health and economic crisis is a profoundly callous step; further believes that this is an ideologically driven, punitive measure which simply adds to the stress and anxiety for people who are already facing hard …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Child Maintenance
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes the £354 million of arrears owed to families under the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) with just £31 million having been collected through enforcement action in the latest quarter; futher notes that 43 per cent of cases under Collect and Pay arrangements are not receiving any maintenance; …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Prison whistleblowing hotline
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes that prison employers must by law take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure the health and safety of their staff; further notes that eight national trades unions representing the majority of prison staff have called for new best-practice safety measures, including a whistleblowing hotline, before current …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Live performances
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with concern that as a result of measures taken to halt the spread of covid-19, live performances have been unable to take place; further notes that live music events have all but ceased to exist and as a consequence, many performers and those providing light and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Dismissal of key worker couriers by Sonic Healthcare Limited
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House condemns the decision of The Doctors Laboratory, the UK subsidiary of the Australian multinational Sonic Healthcare Limited, to dismiss 10 bicycle and walking couriers, who have been transporting covid-19 samples among other items in the middle of the pandemic; notes that key workers such as them have …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House notes that as at 21 June 2020, 1.1 Million employers and 9.2 Million Jobs were being supported through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme at a cost of £22.9 Billion; notes with grave concern the effect on whole swathes of the economy of the scheduled cessation of the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
24th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
International women day in engineering
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes International Women Day in Engineering, which fell on 23 June 2020 to raise the profile of women engineers and encourage more people to consider engineering as a profession for all; recognises the work of Syeda Ghufran, the first female Engineering Director at ScotRail, out of nearly …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Prison officers' retirement age
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises prison officers carry out some of the hardest public service work in dangerous and often violent conditions; notes that prison officers are expected to continue to carry out this work until they are 68 years old; acknowledges that people living longer does not always equate to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Flexible working
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House encourages employers to maintain flexible working beyond the end of covid-19 lockdown restrictions; understands that many companies have switched to allowing home and flexible working to continue their operations throughout the public health crisis; notes that not only is flexible working is beneficial to employees that have …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Maxmur Refugee Camp Bombing
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House expresses its grave concern that on the night of 14 June the Turkish Air Force bombed the Maxmur refugee camp in northern Iraq, despite the camp being a UN-protected refuge for 15,000 people, and that the Turkish Air Force also bombed the Shengal region of Iraq, home …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
School Meals Voucher Scheme extension to the summer holiday
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
This House calls on the Government to extend the school meals vouchers scheme over the summer; notes with concern research by the Food Foundation which found that parents of two million children have experienced food insecurity and that 200,000 children have missed lunch because their family could not access help …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
18th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Four-day week in the UK
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House recognises the opportunity for exploring shorter working time for the UK, including a four-day week, as one route out of the covid-19 pandemic; further recognises that work patterns have been dramatically altered as a result of the pandemic, notes that shorter working time has been used throughout …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Vera Lynn
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the contribution to the UK made by Dame Vera Lynn as a symbol of hope to the armed forces and passes on to her family its appreciation, respect and admiration for the life of Dame Vera Lynn.
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
59 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 9
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
16th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Public sector workers' pay
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House expresses sincere gratitude for the work that those in the public sector have undertaken during the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges the sacrifices that those people have made and how they have gone beyond their call of duty both emotionally and physically; and calls on the Government to give …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th September 2020
All-in deposit return scheme
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
"After "incorporating as wide a selection of materials as possible;" insert "taking into account the relevant materials and sizes in any deposit system;"."
1 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
16th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
SEND funding
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends the incredible work of teachers, parents and carers in supporting and nurturing children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities; recognises that children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities deserve equal opportunity to develop and flourish in our education system; further recognises the way individuals with Special …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Temporary universal basic income
Tabled by:
Kevin Brennan (Labour - Cardiff West)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a temporary universal basic income or an emergency measure to help freelancers and the self-employed effected by the covid-19 outbreak.
100 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Dame Carol Black's independent review of drugs
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House acknowledges the importance of Professor Dame Carol Black's informative and insightful Independent Review of Drugs; notes that her research reveals that while the cost to society of illegal drugs is estimated at £20 billion per year, only £600 million is spent on treatment and prevention; further notes …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Standardised assessment in primary schools
Tabled by:
Jack Dromey (Labour - Birmingham, Erdington)
That this House acknowledges recent research conducted by YouGov which demonstrates that 62 per cent of parents believe there is too much standardised assessment in primary schools in England; notes that parents consider the happiness of pupils and a well-rounded education to be a better measure of the performance of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Refugees on the Greek – Turkish border
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern regarding the treatment of refugees in Greece and at that country's border with Turkey, the deterioration of conditions in refugee camps and the escalating violence towards refugees, journalists and aid workers in Greece; is profoundly concerned by the actions of the Greek authorities, including firing …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
42 year anniversary of the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that 8 March 2020 marked 42 years since the first broadcast of the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy radio series on BBC Radio 4; further notes that the series by the late Douglas Adams went on to appear in various and contradictory manifestations including novels, video …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Matchgirls industrial action 1888
Tabled by:
Rachel Hopkins (Labour - Luton South and South Bedfordshire)
That this House commemorates for International Women’s Day the Matchgirls who went on strike in 1888 at the Bryant and May factory in Bow in response to poor working conditions; notes that factory workers were expected to work 14 hour days for poor pay in an unsafe working environment due …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Commonwealth Day and frozen pensions
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House celebrates Commonwealth Day and the shared goals and bonds between Commonwealth nations, but regrets that half a million UK pensioners living overseas in so-called frozen countries, of which over 90 per cent are Commonwealth nations, are suffering unfairly because the value of their pension is frozen and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
5th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
BBC as an institution of national importance
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House recognises that the BBC is a national treasure, a public service the UK can be proud of, with world class programmes and services, that the public pay for; notes that whatever criticism there may be of the BBC’s news output, editorial decisions, governance, transparency, accountability and independence …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 1
5th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Equitable Life
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises that the Equitable Life scandal remains an ongoing and significant injustice; notes that the majority of victims are retired factory shop workers, nurses, teachers, civil servants and small business owners who diligently saved for their retirement; is concerned that 12 years after the Government accepted the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
5th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Ending Sexual Harassment in the Work Place
Tabled by:
Janet Daby (Labour - Lewisham East)
That this House recognises the need to end sexual harassment and violence at work, which is a hidden epidemic that particularly affects women workers, as well as young and LGBTQ+ people; acknowledges with concern the joint TUC and Everyday Sexism Project study which found that one in two women in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
The Living Rent Universal Credit Evictions Charter
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes that the universal credit benefit system continues to have a disproportionately harmful effect on tenants in social housing; is concerned that universal credit’s five week waiting period has forced social housing tenants who rely on this lifeline benefit into arrears and poverty; notes that research from …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Effect of the bedroom tax on foster carers
Tabled by:
Sarah Owen (Labour - Luton North)
That this House notes that 56,160 children were living with foster families in 2019; further notes that the under-occupancy penalty (the so-called bedroom tax) was introduced in April 2013 under the Welfare Reform Act 2012; condemns the bedroom tax policy; expresses concern about the bedroom tax’s effect on some of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Exposure of workers in drive-through restaurants to air pollution
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is concerned by the investigation carried out by BBC One’s Inside Out programme screened on 24 February 2020 into the levels of exposure to air pollutants experienced by workers in drive-through fast-food restaurants; notes that research by Professor Anitha K Chinnaswamy of the Centre for Business in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Television coverage of Six Nations tournament
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with concern that Six Nations organisers have refused to rule out the possibility of the tournament going behind a £300 million pay per view paywall in 2022 following the start of a new broadcast rights period; believes that by ruling out joint bids by terrestrial broadcasters …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protecting free access to cash
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to take urgent action to protect free access to cash for people across the UK, which the UK’s largest cashpoint network, Link, has warned will collapse within two years without immediate intervention; understands that since January 2018, one in five free to use …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Higher Education pay
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House notes that workers in Higher Education (HE) have suffered a 17 per cent pay cut since 2009, a 15.1 per cent gender pay gap and a 26 per cent black and minority ethnic pay gap; further notes that in some Higher Education Institutions, 40 percent of staff …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Pink Tax
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House highlights that it is unacceptable that in 2020 women and girls pay more than men for basic products, including toiletries, clothes, and haircuts; notes that products marketed at women are, in some cases, 34 per cent more expensive than those aimed at men; further notes that the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
26th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
International law and trade with illegal Israeli settlements
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House recognises the publication of the UN’s database of companies operating in Israeli settlements; acknowledges that all Israeli settlements are illegal and that the transfer of a civilian population to an occupied territory is a war crime under international law; notes that complicity in war crimes is a …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 8
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
25th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Harassment of trade unionists at London City Airport
Tabled by:
Sam Tarry (Labour - Ilford South)
That this House reaffirms the right of workers to organise collectively into trade unions; stipulates that this right includes workers at London City Airport; notes that a Unite the Union activist, was suspended and had disciplinary proceedings brought against them less than two weeks after the airport received an official …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Industrial action by the University and College Union
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes all staff working in higher education deserve fair and equal pay, secure contracts, reasonable workloads and affordable pensions; notes that members of the University and College Union (UCU) are currently engaged in 14 days of strike action at 74 UK universities in disputes over pensions, pay …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Views of rail passengers
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the recent assessment of Transport Focus' National Rail Passenger Survey (NRPS) by the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) found that the statistics have the potential to be misrepresented or used misleadingly; further notes that the annual NRPS results are used by the Department for Transport …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Safe inside prisons charter
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with alarm the record-high levels of violence against prison staff, with over 10,000 reported annual assaults compared with less than 3,000 a decade ago; welcomes the new Safe Inside Prisons Charter launched by the Joint Unions in Prisons Alliance, a coalition of nine national trades unions …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Community language services
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that community language services help provide young people with an understanding of their first language and culture, raise educational attainment, celebrate diversity and linguistic plurality, and promote social cohesion across communities; is concerned that, at a time when many are worried about knife crime, radicalisation and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
24th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Sack the sachet campaign
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the international campaign Sack the Sachet by A Plastic Planet, which seeks to end the world’s reliance on single-use sachets that are so damaging to the environment; notes that globally 855 billion sachets are thrown away every year, enough to wrap the entire surface of the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Proposals for a sustainable and inclusive wellbeing economy
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the formal opinion on a sustainable and inclusive wellbeing economy, adopted by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on 24 January 2020; recognises that this opinion is the last one developed with the 24 UK members of the EESC and thanks them for their contributions; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Overdraft fees
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House notes with concern proposed changes to overdraft fees for individuals and businesses due to be implemented in April 2020; further notes that this would lead to substantial increases in fees for both arranged and unarranged overdrafts; recognises the need to simplify overdraft fees and however notes with concern …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Local housing allowance for care leavers and homeless young people
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned that care leavers risk facing eviction and homelessness on their 22nd birthday, due to the increasing gap between the local housing allowance and private sector rents; regrets that care leavers aged 22 have their local housing allowance reduced to the lowest shared accommodation rate …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Shortages of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Treatments
Tabled by:
Fleur Anderson (Labour - Putney)
That this House notes with concern the continuing shortage of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatment to alleviate severe symptoms of the menopause and is alarmed that many women have been affected by shortages for over a year; further notes that this is also affecting hormonal contraceptive supplies which could lead …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Inquiry into the adequacy of radiotherapy
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House recognises precision Radiotherapy as a cost effective, life-saving cancer treatment; notes that 1 in 4 people will require access to radiotherapy and that the treatment is crucial in 4 out of every 10 cancer cures; welcomes the Government's commitment to improve early cancer detection but believes the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
12th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Deportations ahead of the Windrush Lessons Learned Review Publication
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
This House deplores the Government's ongoing use of deportation flights to Commonwealth countries against the recommendations of the Windrush Lessons Learned Review; notes that while the publication of the Review has been much delayed without explanation, it is expected to recommend the cessation of all deportations of people who have …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Indoor air quality in the Environment Bill
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health report, entitled The inside story: health effects of indoor air quality on children and young people; recognises that children spend 95 per cent of their time indoors; further notes they are exposed to indoor air pollution from construction …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
In-work poverty
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses concern that according to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation UK Poverty Report 2019-20 the proportion of people in work who live in poverty went up for the third consecutive year to a record high; further notes that according to the report 7 in 10 children in poverty …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Northern Rail public ownership
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the nationalisation of Northern Rail from 1 March 2020; notes that over the last decade £178million has been paid out in shareholder dividends to the Northern train operating companies; further notes that public ownership will mean more money can be invested in making vital improvements to …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Human rights defenders in Turkey
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House is extremely concerned about the ongoing crackdown on civil society and essential freedoms in Turkey, specifically the prosecution of human rights defenders including Osman Kavala and the so-called Büyükada group of 11 activists including the honorary chair, ex-director and several members of Amnesty International Turkey as well …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Onshore wind and solar energy
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the May 2019 recommendation of the Committee on Climate Change that the cheapest renewables, onshore wind and solar, should have a Government backed route to market; recognises that the deployment of renewables needs to be accelerated through the 2020s in order to deliver net-zero emissions; notes …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Maximum sentences for animal cruelty
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the commitment by the Government to increase maximum sentences for animal cruelty from six months to five years; notes that the current maximum sentences in England and Wales are the lowest in Europe, are significantly lower than in Northern Ireland where perpetrators can be sentenced to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Implementation of the Peace Accord by the Colombian Government
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is concerned by the slow implementation of many areas of the Peace Accord in Colombia, including rural reform, crop substitution and victims’ rights to justice which lie at the root of the conflict, as well as the often disproportionate use of force by officials in response to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
EU Settlement Scheme
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is concerned that the EU Settlement Scheme does not deliver sufficient assurance of their future status to all EU nationals resident in the UK; notes that some EU nationals and non-EU family members will be unable to obtain their status for a number of reasons, including a …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Permanent Funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit
Tabled by:
Lord Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House notes the success of the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit through its intelligence-led role in the prevention and detection of crimes relating to a wide range of wildlife issues; recognises that the unit provides specialist skills, knowledge and expertise to the Police, UK Border Force, HM Revenue …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
6th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Department of Work and Pensions Review of food bank use
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House acknowledges that the Department for Work and Pensions commissioned an evidence review on the drivers of food bank use in 2018; notes the Government's commitment to this House to publish the findings of the review; further notes the Government's failure to date to publish those findings; and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
4th February 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
World Wetlands Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights World Wetlands Day and the tremendous work that is carried out by the Wetlands Trust every day of the year; notes the importance of the fact that 40 per cent of all species live or breed in Wetlands and that peatlands store 30 per cent of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Interserve industrial action at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House supports members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) employed by Interserve at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) who will embark on a month of strike action throughout February 2020; notes that this dispute has been ongoing since March 2019 over issues including pay, trade …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Universal credit and state pension transition
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
This House notes that a claimant of universal credit that is approaching state pension age may be subject to nine weeks without income between the end of universal credit and the first payment of the state pension if they are not eligible for pension credit; further notes that that period …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Grants for electric vehicles
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
This House supports the growth of electric vehicle sales; notes that Government funded grants for electric cars have been running since 2011 and that battery electric vehicles now represent 1.6 per cent of new car sales in the UK; further notes that those grants are due to end in March …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Protection for unaccompanied child refugees
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that there are thousands of unaccompanied child refugees throughout Europe living in desperate circumstances; welcomes the Government’s statement that it will ensure unaccompanied children will continue to be able to come to the UK to join a relative; notes with concern the removal of that protection …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2020
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Humanitarian aid to Northern Syria
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned about the decision taken on 10 January 2020 by the United Nations Security Council to cut back essential humanitarian aid to Northern Syria, a decision which exposes four million people to the prospect of a devastating lack of basic daily food stuffs and medicines; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Bilateral relations with the Kurdistan region in Iraq
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House applauds the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) for upholding its integrity in a delicate geopolitical position through adroit management of regional and international relations; supports its efforts to improve relations with the federal government in Baghdad through fully implementing the federal constitution; believes that Kurdistan’s quest for good …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Future membership of Erasmus +
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House celebrates that over 17,000 students at UK universities studied or worked abroad through the Erasmus+ programme in 2017-18, as well as thousands of school pupils, college students, apprentices, adult learners and teachers who took part in projects to study, work or train abroad, build international partnerships and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
20th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Statutory minimum wage rates
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House regrets that the UK Government's proposed statutory minimum wage would be lower than the real Living Wage, and would therefore not meet the minimum income needed for an acceptable living standard; condemns the differing rates of the statutory minimum wage for young people, which is wholly unjust …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Providing financial restitution to 1950s women
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool Wavertree)
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 …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Outsourcing of TfL Underground and Overground cleaners
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House pays tribute to cleaners employed on London Underground and Overground who keep the capital's transport network clear of obstructions, and maintain it in a hygienic state while working unsocial hours in dirty and hazardous conditions; notes that Transport for London continues to use outsourcing companies ABM and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
15th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Adult Social Care
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House recognises with concern the widespread funding and staffing shortfall in social care services; welcomes the commitment in all major party manifestos to seek reform of the social care sector; notes the significant challenges an ageing population poses for local authorities and the NHS; further recognises the significant …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
World Cancer Day and less survivable cancers
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes World Cancer Day on 4 February 2020 and supports efforts to tackle the six less survivable cancers; recognises these six common cancers of the liver, stomach, pancreatic, brain, lung and oesophageal make up half of all common cancer deaths, despite making up only a quarter of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Highways England pay
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that while Highways England management are telling staff in pay band one to eight that they cannot have a pay rise above one per cent, that a Freedom of Information response has revealed a huge increase in senior grade staff earning above £100,000 with a …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Homelessness
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House deplores the 77 per cent increase in the number of homeless families in temporary accommodation in England to 84,740 since 2010, including 126,020 children, with a further 82,000 children sofa surfing according to the Children’s Commissioner; is concerned that according to Crisis a further 3.74 million people …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Ban on trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Government's public consultation on controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 1829, Session 2017-19 and that 86 per cent of the British public support an end to trophy hunting; further notes that most UK trophy imports …
168 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 16
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
9th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Prescribed Medicinal Cannabis
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises the benefits of prescribed medical cannabis for people suffering with chronic pain, epilepsy and a variety of other conditions; welcomes the legalisation around the use of prescribed medical cannabis on 1 November 2018; but regrets the difficulties patients and their families continue to face accessing prescribed …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
8th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Staff our Stations (SOS) campaign
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to station staff on both the Mainline Railway and London Underground and the vital role that they play in helping to deliver a safe, secure and accessible railway; notes that station staff assist with train dispatch and safety at the platform-train interface, preventing suicides, helping …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 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
7th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Australia bushfire crisis
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House acknowledges that the Commonwealth of Australia is fighting one of its worst bushfire seasons, fuelled by record-breaking temperatures and months of severe drought; recognises that the heart-breaking and vicious bushfire crisis is affecting states and territories right across the Commonwealth of Australia; sends its heartfelt sympathies to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
7th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Anti-Semitic incidents
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
This House condemns the widely reported instance of a 13 year old boy receiving vile anti-Semitic abuse on a London bus on 5 January; sends this House’s solidarity and sympathy to the Jewish community following this and other recently widely reported instances of anti-Semitic abuse; again calls on the Government …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2019
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Unsafe cladding
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes with concern the number of people living in blocks with cladding (both ACM and HPL) which has either been identified as unsafe or has yet to be inspected; is aware that a growing number of people are currently unable to sell their homes because of this …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Somaliland independence
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes the strong historical ties between Somaliland and the United Kingdom; congratulates the people of Somaliland on the 59th Anniversary of Somaliland’s independence as a British protectorate; recognises the 1991 declaration of independence from Somalia; applauds the cities and boroughs across the United Kingdom including Cardiff, Sheffield, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Musicians' passport
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House recognises the importance of the music industry to our economy and the work, talent and expertise of musicians from all four nations of the United Kingdom; acknowledges that musicians rely on touring and performing in the other 27 nations of the European Union to make a living; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Hospital parking charges
Tabled by:
Mike Hill (Labour - Hartlepool)
That this House notes the unreasonably high charges faced by NHS staff, patients, visitors and bereaved people in hospital car parks across the United Kingdom; recognises that this is an unfair levy on vulnerable people who may be in severe distress; acknowledges that previous efforts to prevent further increases or …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Drug policy
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes with concern that deaths related to drug poisoning in Britain have risen inexorably in recent years to record levels; further notes that hospital admissions for poisoning due to drug misuse also continue to rise, with NHS Digital reporting there were over 18,000 admissions in England alone …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Alcohol policy
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House reaffirms its support for the Alcohol Charter, published by the Drugs, Alcohol and Justice Cross-Party Parliamentary Group and the All Party Parliamentary Group on Alcohol Harm; notes that, in addition to approval from health professionals, the Charter is now supported by Napo and the POA, unions representing …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
19th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2020
Climate Parliament
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes this Government could be responsible for five of the remaining 11 years the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has warned are left to halve global emissions and limit warming to 1.5C; further notes that the Committee on Climate Change report in July 2019 revealed the Government …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 11th September 2020
CCRC review of Oliver Campbell's case
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the decision of the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) to reconsider objectively, independently and professionally the case of Oliver Campbell, who has severe learning difficulties and whose conviction in 1990 for murder was based on a confession extracted in an oppressive manner at a trial where …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
7th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2020
Political situation in Belarus
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that the elections in Belarus on 9 August were neither free nor fair, that millions of Belarusians have defied the regime of Alexander Lukashenko, condemns the violence and repression against peaceful protesters, notes that the strikes and protests taking place across Belarus are an inspiration to …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2020
Funding for universities
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House calls on the Government to provide vital funding for universities that are under mass financial strain; notes this is not an unexpected side effect from the covid-19 outbreak, but that the outbreak has worsened pre-existing problems resulting from a lack of financial Government support of higher education …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th September 2020
Weaponisation of water in Syria.
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned that Turkey has shut down the Alouk Water Station which supplies water to 460000 civilians in an area of North East Syria known as the Autonomous Administration of North East Syria (AANES); notes that Turkish forces took over the Alouk Water Station in October …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2020
Employment practices on redundancy and rehiring
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with alarm the growing number of employers, especially in the retail, hospitality and aviation sectors, who are making employees redundant before re-employing them on less-favourable terms and conditions; believes that these employers are cynically using the covid-19 crisis as cover to reduce staff costs at a …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 13
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th September 2020
Polish LGBT+ rights
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House condemns President Duda of Poland for his recent re-election campaign; notes that his campaign was run on the basis of discriminatory anti-semitic and homophobic tropes; further notes that this has led to a rise in attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, with several municipalities in Poland declaring themselves …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
2nd September 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2020
Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses profound alarm at the climate and ecological emergency, with wildfires raging in California, and ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica melting in line with worst case scenario predictions for sea level rise according to a study by the University of Leeds and the Danish Meteorological Institute; …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020
End and reverse privatisation in the NHS
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House believes every penny spent on NHS privatisation and outsourcing is a penny less spent on patient care; recognises the urgent need to fully repeal the Health and Social Care Act 2012, reinstate the responsibilities of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to provide a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020
Events industry and covid-19
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House notes that the events industry is worth £70 billion annually to the UK comprising conferences, exhibitions, weddings, arts and culture, festivals and shows, music and sporting events; expresses concern that unlike some parts of the hospitality sector little has been done to allow the events industry to …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2020
Competition
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Competition Act 1998 (Dairy Produce) (Coronavirus) (Public Policy Exclusion) Order 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 481), dated 30 April 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 May 2020, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 1
8th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2020
Competition
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Competition Act 1998 (Groceries) (Coronavirus) (Public Policy Exclusion) Order 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 369), dated 27 March 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March 2020, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 1
4th June 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2020
Legal Aid and Advice
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Civil Legal Aid (Remuneration) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 515), dated 15 May 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 May 2020, be annulled.
138 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 105
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th May 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2020
Children and Young Persons
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Adoption and Children (Coronavirus) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 445), dated 21 April 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 April 2020, be annulled.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Liberal Democrat: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th April 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th April 2020
Road closures during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House Congratulates Brighton and Hove City Council on closing Maderia Drive and in being the first council in England to close a road to traffic during the covid-19 outbreak for use for walking and cycling; and calls on the Government to encourage other councils to use road closure …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 12 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle 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
13th January 2020
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 13th January 2020
Suspension of NHS charges for maternity care
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is deeply concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the British Medical Association, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care; is …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
20th December 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th December 2019
Committee on arms export controls
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that in 1998 members of the Foreign Affairs, Trade, Defence and International Development Committees met together to scrutinise the Government's annual report on arms exports; further notes that this arrangement has been repeated annually and gradually became more formalised as the Committees on Arms Exports Controls …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Popular protests in Chile
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the student protests over transport fare hikes in Chile have transformed into a nationwide protest including a general strike on 24 and 25 October 2019; recognises that this spontaneous national uprising has its roots in three decades of increasing economic inequality in Chile; condemns President …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2019
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
People's Vote
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislation to hold a People’s Vote on whether the United Kingdom should remain a member of the European Union or should leave the European Union on the final terms agreed between the Government and the European Union.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 19
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
28th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Racist abuse on social media against Hamza Choudhry
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House condemns the online abuse on social media directed at Leicester City Football Club’s midfielder Hamza Choudhry during the Premier League match against Liverpool FC on 5th October 2019; expresses its solidarity with Mr Choudhry and applauds the decision of Liverpool FC’s management to report the shocking posts …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
War Disablement Pension and Emplyment 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 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Access to medical cannabis
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises the benefits of medical cannabis for people suffering with chronic pain, epilepsy and a variety of other conditions; welcomes the legalisation of medical cannabis on 1 November 2018; regrets the difficulties patients and their families continue to face accessing medical cannabis through the NHS; further regrets …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Racism in football
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House condemns the appalling racism at the Haringey Borough v. Yeovil Town FA Cup game on 19 October; applauds the Haringey players and management for their brave and principled decision to walk off in the face of such abuse; calls on the Football Association to ensure that those …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Citizens' Climate Assembly
Tabled by:
Jane Dodds (Liberal Democrat - Brecon and Radnorshire)
That this House notes with concern the urgent warnings from the world's scientific community on the need to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees celsius; commends Greta Thunberg and other climate protesters across the world for their work in raising global awareness of the Climate Emergency; further commends the campaigning …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Safety of taxi and private hire sector
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the hard work of the taxi and private hire trade, and that some of the legislation which governs licensing in the industry is dated back to 1847; recognises that new technology and changing transport needs mean than the UK desperately needs updated legislation; notes that the …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Kashmiri people
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House calls on the Government to use all diplomatic and economic measures at its disposal to influence the Indian and Pakistan Governments to ensure that democracy is respected and that the Kashmiri people are at the heart of any constitutional reform of the region, including respecting both the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
16th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st 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 October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
ASDA contract 6
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Post-Brexit workers' rights
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses concern that the Prime Minister plans to move the UK away from EU standards on workers’ rights and health and safety in the workplace; believes that this would pose a risk to EU workers’ rights currently enjoyed by UK workers such as paid holiday rights; recognises …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Voter ID requirements at polling stations
Tabled by:
Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House expresses deep concern at the Government’s announced plans to prevent people from voting unless they can provide photographic identification at the next election; notes that of the 44.6 million votes cast in 2017, there were just 28 allegations of in-person voter fraud and one conviction; recognises that …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
16th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Collapse of Thomas Cook
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House expresses its concern at the collapse of Thomas Cook; recognises the detrimental impact that the collapse of Thomas Cook has had on both its staff and its customers; urges former Thomas Cook executives to repay their bonuses in order to fund support for former Thomas Cook staff …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Trees and climate change
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the recommendation in the Committee on Climate Change report on Net Zero for a significant increase in tree planting rates in the UK, as one part of delivering the UK target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, in addition to rapid, deep and sustained emissions …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Barclays's withdrawal from the banking framework with Post Office Ltd
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House expresses alarm on learning that Barclays bank has decided to withdraw from a key element of the banking framework agreement with Post Office Ltd, which allows personal and business customers to access their bank accounts via 11,500 post office locations across the UK; notes that the banking …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Spain and Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union procedure
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House calls on the Government to press the relevant EU institutions to consider launching a procedure under Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union in response to the Spanish state's actions in relation to the Catalan crisis, which include the prosecution and sentencing of Catalan political and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Professor Alex Stevens and the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes with concern the recent resignation of Professor Alex Stevens from the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD); commends his invaluable contribution to the ACMD as Chair of its Working Group on Custody-Community Transitions; notes with regret that his decision was prompted by Government interventions …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Jailing of Catalan political and civic leaders
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses deep concern at the verdict of the Spanish Supreme Court in finding 12 Catalan political and civic leaders guilty of sedition, embezzlement of public funds and disobedience in relation to the 2017 referendum on Catalan independence and at the imposition of jail sentences of between nine …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Policing of Extinction Rebellion
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes that on Monday 14 October the Metropolitan Police imposed new conditions under Section 14 of the Public Order Act 1986 on the Extinction Rebellion protests in London; further notes that the Metropolitan Police has banned any assembly linked to the demonstrations; highlights the increasingly punitive and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Intimidation in public life
Tabled by:
Alison McGovern (Labour - Birkenhead)
That this House recognises that intimidation experienced by those in public life poses a threat to the diversity, integrity, and vibrancy of representative democracy in the UK and that tackling intimidation is a cross-party issue; notes that abuse and intimidation know no political boundaries; welcomes the ongoing work on developing …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Sale of First West Yorkshire
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes that FirstGroup plc is selling its UK bus operation; calls on FirstGroup to sell its West Yorkshire division separately from the rest of its FirstGroup bus operation; notes the comments of Leeds City Council leader Judith Blake that the sale is an opportunity for West Yorkshire …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Fire safety in schools
Tabled by:
David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
This House notes with concern the findings of Zurich Municipal that 67 per cent of English schools are rated as poor for fire protection systems and that only 5 per cent of English schools are rated as excellent compared with 29 per cent of schools rated as excellent in Scotland; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Accountability for violations in Yemen
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House expresses deep concern at the catastrophic human cost of the war in Yemen, where hundreds of thousands of Yemeni civilians have been killed in the fighting and by disease and where millions have been deeply traumatised, are cut off from vital aid and are on the brink …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Prison officer pension age
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the dangerous working conditions in the Prison Service; expresses concern at the increasing number of violent assaults on prison staff; believes that prison officers approaching the age of 70 should not be expected to deal with violent and dangerous criminals aged in their twenties, thirties and …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Protests in Iraq
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with concern the mass protests in Iraq in October 2019 in response to corruption, unemployment, weak governance and unequal access to public services and the disproportionate response by Iraqi security forces to those protests, which resulted in more than 150 people being killed, thousands of people …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th 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
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th October 2019
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th 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
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Effect of Turkish military action on the Kurdistan Region in Iraq
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House believes that Turkey's attack on northern Syria is a humanitarian disaster and Turkey should withdraw immediately and negotiate before more innocent people are killed, injured, and displaced; fears that Turkey's actions could effectively Arabise Kurdish lands in Syria forever and represent ethnic cleansing; notes that the attack …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Baby Loss Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 9-15 October is Baby Loss Awareness Week; offers sincere sympathy to those families who have lost precious babies; notes the wonderful remembrance services that take place across the UK throughout the week; and urges those who have lost a baby to use this opportunity to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Women Against State Pension Inequality
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to financially support women worst affected by the accelerated increase in the state pension age introduced through the Pensions Act 2011; notes with concern that significant numbers of women were unaware of pension age equalisation set out in the Pensions Act 1995; acknowledges …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Manifesto for Radiotherapy
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Manifesto for Radiotherapy; recognises that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime; further recognises that although needed in over 50 per cent of cases, access to radiotherapy in England varies from 25 per cent to 49 per cent depending on the region, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th October 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Mineworkers' Pension Scheme
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the debt of honour it owes mineworkers who sacrificed their health working in dark and dangerous conditions to fuel the industry that created the nation's wealth; believes that in their retirement, miners and their widows deserve financial security; expresses concern that over £8 billion has been …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
SUSPENSION OF NHS OVERSEAS VISITORS CHARGING REGIME FOR MATERNITY CARE
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the BMA, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care, and is resulting in …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
30th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
CONGRATULATING THE 20 SEPTEMBER CLIMATE STRIKERS
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes the climate strikes on 20 and 27 September, which comprised action on climate change by workers and young people at 4,638 events in 139 countries; congratulates climate strikers across the UK on raising the climate emergency with the public and policymakers; and supports the demands of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 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 …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th September 2019
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th September 2019
GREEN NEW DEAL BILL
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the lack of a comprehensive Government plan to decarbonise the UK economy in response to the climate emergency; recognises public concern about the lack of decisive action; and call on the Government to support the Green New Deal Bill, formally known as the Decarbonisation and Economic …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 26th September 2019
ENDING THE IVF POSTCODE LOTTERY
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House calls for an end to the postcode lottery for IVF treatment on the NHS; believes that the Government must hold local Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) to account and legislate to ensure that access to IVF provision on the NHS is equal across England; recognises that all CCGs …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2019
SUPPORTING CLIMATE STRIKES ON 20 SEPTEMBER 2019
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges that there is a climate emergency and that urgent action is required to rapidly decarbonise the UK economy; welcomes the call from Greta Thunberg and youth activists from Fridays for Future for adults to join with students and young people striking on 20 September 2019 to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
5th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2019
ASDA CONTRACT 6
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
5th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th September 2019
COMPULSORY GUIDELINES FOR ABOLITION OF HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care's guidance which states that NHS organisations should work with their patients and staff, local authorities and public transport providers to make sure that users can get to the site (and park if necessary) as safely, conveniently and economically as …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
5th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th September 2019
KASHMIRI PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House calls on the UK Government to use all diplomatic and economic measures at its disposal to influence the Indian and Pakistan governments to ensure that democracy is respected and that the Kashmiri people are at the heart of any constitutional reform of the region, including respecting both …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
5th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2019
ARMS FAIR EXHIBITORS
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes the biennial Defence and Security Equipment International arms fair will take place at the Excel Centre in London's Docklands from Tuesday 10 to Friday 13 September 2019; understands that over 1,600 exhibitors will display a range of warfare equipment from tear gas and missiles to fighter …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
4th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
CONFLICT IN KASHMIR
Tabled by:
Naz Shah (Labour - Bradford West)
That this House expresses huge concern about the revocation of Articles 370 and 35A in Kashmir by the Indian Government, stripping away the right to special status for the people of Kashmir; is extremely alarmed by the road to ethnic cleansing opened up by the ongoing communications blackout and the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th September 2019
AMAZON FIRES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the over 90,000 fires recorded in Brazil so far this year, with burning detected inside indigenous lands and nature reserves; notes that the Amazon rainforest is home to over 20 million people including 1 million indigenous people, 10 per cent of the Earth's …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th September 2019
PAEDIATRIC CONTINENCE SERVICES
Tabled by:
David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
That this House notes that bladder and bowel problems affect more than 900,000 children and young people in the United Kingdom; is concerned that the Paediatric Continence Forum reports that first line paediatric continence services across the country have deteriorated as local authority spending on them has reduced, and that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
DRUGS DEATHS
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes with concern that there were 4,359 deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales in 2018; further notes that this is the highest number and the highest annual increase on record; recognises that the vast majority of these deaths are preventable; and calls on the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
OVARIAN CANCER BREAKTHROUGH BY QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates all of those involved at Queens University, Belfast for its breakthrough early research findings on discovering a biomarker panel for ovarian cancer that may be able to detect epithelial ovarian cancer two years earlier than existing testing methods; thanks those who work so tirelessly to bring …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
WORLD SCHOOL MILK DAY
Tabled by:
David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
That this House notes that a recent academic review found that drinking milk supports immediate and lasting dental and bone health in five to eleven year old children and that it could have a positive effect on preventing childhood obesity; further notes that the same research showed that milk can …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
ORGAN DONATION WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights Organ Donation week; underlines the fact that from Spring 2020 the law is changing to an opt out system; and notes that families will still be consulted and therefore it is essential to have conversations within families to underline the choice to be made to ensure …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th September 2019
CHILDREN READING FOR PLEASURE
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises the importance of reading for pleasure as the most powerful agent in improving a child’s educational attainment and life chances; notes that children who read for pleasure daily or nearly every day are a year ahead in reading performance versus those who never do; further notes …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
REAL LIVING WAGE FOR MITIE EMPLOYEES AT NETWORK RAIL STATIONS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House commends the action of RMT members employed by Mitie Group plc who clean Network Rail stations at Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Leeds City and Birmingham New Street stations, and who are fighting for a Real Living Wage as determined by the Living …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th 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
24th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019
REVIEW OF HEATHROW EXPANSION DECISION
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House calls on the Secretary of State for Transport to undertake a review of the Airports National Planning Statement which supports the construction of an additional runway at Heathrow Airport exercising powers outlined in the Planning Act (2008); and believes that since the statement was first adopted there …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
24th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
PERIOD POSITIVE PLEDGE
Tabled by:
Stephanie Peacock (Labour - Barnsley South)
That this House welcomes the Period Positive Pledge which has now been adopted by institutions and organisations across the world and was created by Chella Quint in Sheffield, the first Period Positive City; notes that menstrual taboos and the habits that uphold them lead to negative consequences like period poverty, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF EAST KILBRIDE YOUTH CLUB
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House honours the players, coaches, and chairmen who have contributed to the 50 year history of East Kilbride Youth Club's excellence and success; thanks the founding members of the club, including Ronnie Balloch, Jimmy Hunter, Jimmy Blyth, and Willie Hendry, who began the club; appreciates the families who …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
IRISH CULTURAL CENTRE IN LONDON
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House notes that the Chair of the Irish Cultural Centre in London, Jim O’Hara, is stepping down after 13 years' dedication and service; acknowledges the leadership, commitment and vision that Jim showed in his capacity as Chair of the Irish Cultural Centre for more than a decade; further …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 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
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
SUDAN CRISIS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House condemns the months of chaos and bloodshed in Sudan, which have replaced the peaceful protests and jubilation following the removal of President Omar al-Bashir and his three-decade dictatorship in April; acknowledges the serious human rights violations that have arisen in recent weeks during violent clashes between protestors …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
LAUNCH OF THE ANY DISABILITY SYMBOL
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Any Disability Symbol in Parliament on 4 June 2019; endorses the use of new accessible signage that articulates that disabilities can be both visible and invisible; notes with concern the number of cases where people with invisible disabilities have been discriminated against …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
HEALTH WORKERS IN GAZA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the killing of healthcare workers in Gaza and in particular the recent killing of Gaza paramedic Mohammed al-Jedaili, the fifth Palestinian health worker to be killed by Israeli forces in just over a year; notes that according to the World Health Organisation more than 750 health …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
GENDER NEUTRAL SCHOOL UNIFORMS IN WALES
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the decision by the Welsh Government to make school uniforms accessible and gender neutral; acknowledges the role that Welsh Education Minister Kirsty Williams AM played in securing this progressive change; recognises the importance of supporting all children in wearing clothes that they are happy, confident and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 4
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th July 2019
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
2019 ITUC GLOBAL RIGHTS INDEX UK RATING
Tabled by:
Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House notes the UK is rated by the International Trade Union Confederation Global Rights Index as a Regular Violator of Rights, category three, which is among the worst in Europe; expresses grave concern at the finding that the Government and employers are regularly violating workers' rights or failing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
7th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
FUNDING FORMULA FOR EDUCATION HEALTH AND CARE PLANS
Tabled by:
Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
That this House notes that the Government's current formula for allocating financial resources to schools includes a requirement that schools themselves have to fund the first £6,000 of the support for the most disadvantaged Special Educational Needs pupils (SEND), those with Education Health and Care plans (EHCP), and that this …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
BANNING A24 TRAPS THAT KILL HEDGEHOGS
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House cherishes hedgehogs as a valuable part of native British wildlife and their contribution in controlling populations of slugs and snails in gardens; welcomes their designation as a protected species; is very concerned at the findings of the 2018 report, entitled The State of British Hedgehogs, that hedgehog …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
BRAZIL DEFORESTATION
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House condemns the policies pursued by the Administration of President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil, which are destroying the Amazon rainforest; notes that more than 3,700 square kilometres of forest has been deforested in 2019 with July being the worst month on record so far; further condemns the violence …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 23rd August 2019
SUPPORTING NEWS ON LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
"Line 5, delete from "age;" to end and insert " is concerned that the revised localness guidelines published by Ofcom will allow less local content and the creation of a backdoor national radio stations at the expense of local radio; understands that the guidelines are meant to protect the provision …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
25th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
SHORTCOMINGS OF THE CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the shortcomings of the Child Maintenance Service, which are impacting on parents with care, non-resident parents and children; notes the increase of maintenance arrears to £973 million in March 2019, which stems from a culture of inaction on enforcement; further notes that children living in single …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
OUTSOURCING IN THE EAST MIDLANDS RAIL FRANCHISE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned by the uncertainty faced by staff working in the East Midlands rail franchise as a result of the controversy surrounding the franchise award; notes that this state of anxiety is even greater for the many outsourced workers who are employed by Rail Gourmet, Interserve and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
COMMERCIAL LOCAL RADIO AND BAUER
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the commercial local radio industry is now dominated by two media giants Global and Bauer; further notes that Bauer will own 36 per cent of commercial local radio licences in the UK if their purchase of four whole groups of radio stations namely UKRD, Wireless …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
PROROGATION
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an Humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that this Parliament be not prorogued before Friday 8 November 2019.
87 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
Social Security
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Managed Migration Pilot and Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 1152), dated 18 July 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 22 July 2019, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND HOSPITALISED CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House recognises the enormous personal and financial pressures placed on parents when their child is seriously ill; is aware of the care that parents are required to give their children while their children are in hospital, the additional costs of transport and parking that they incur, and that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
DEMOLITIONS IN EAST JERUSALEM
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House condemns the demolition of Palestinian buildings in the Sur Baher neighbourhood in East Jerusalem; notes that this is an area under the control of the Palestinian Authority under the Oslo Accords; further notes that these demolitions have been condemned by the EU, UN and both Israeli and …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
ASYLUM SEEKER ACCOMMODATION EVICTIONS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with serious concern that asylum seekers accommodated, or who were accommodated under section 95 or 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, in asylum dispersal areas across the UK, are either threatened or are subject to evictions by Home office contractors - notably Serco in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
REGULATION OF ALL ACCOMMODATION FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Mohammad Yasin (Labour - Bedford)
That this House notes that over 5,000 looked-after children in England are living in 16+ supported or semi-supported accommodation; a rise of 70 per cent in a decade; further notes that the number of teenagers sent to unregulated care homes outside their home borough has doubled since 2014; is concerned …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
SUPPORTING ELECTRIC VEHICLE UPTAKE IN POLLUTED AREAS
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House recognises the importance of electric vehicles in achieving the UK’s ambitious climate commitments, including its goal of net zero road emissions by 2040 and net zero emissions by 2050; further recognises the importance of encouraging electric vehicle use for mitigating against air pollution and improving air quality, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
JAPAN'S RESUMPTION OF COMMERCIAL WHALE HUNTING
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House condemns the resumption of commercial whale hunting by Japan; notes that the consumption of whale meat in Japan has fallen significantly in recent years and that demand for that meat is very low; believes that whaling is cruel and damaging to the planet's ecosystem; is concerned by …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
US MIDDLE EAST PEACE ENVOY
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns US peace envoy Jason Greenblatt's comments made in an interview with PBS on 17 July 2019, in which Greenblatt rejected the term occupied to describe the West Bank and described as pejorative the use of the word settlements; notes that the Oslo Accords recognised that land …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
MANIFESTO FOR RADIOTHERAPY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Manifesto for Radiotherapy; recognises that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime; further recognises that although needed in over 50 per cent of cases, access to radiotherapy in England varies from 25 per cent to 49 per cent depending on the region, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
18th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
SOLIDARITY WITH CONGRESSWOMEN OF COLOUR
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House endorses the letter of support put together by the Hope Not Hate campaign expressing solidarity with, and for, Representative Rashida Tlaib, Representative Ilhan Omar, Representative Ayanna Pressley and Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez; condemns without equivocation the inflammatory, hurtful and racist comments from the President of the United …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2019
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 23rd August 2019
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND PAY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that while Highways England management are telling staff in pay bands one to eight that they cannot have a pay rise above one per cent, that a Freedom of Information response has revealed a huge increase in senior grade staff earning above £100,000 with a …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 8th August 2019
STATE-FUNDED LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses concern that victims of terrorist atrocities are not automatically eligible for legal aid; regrets that a recently published government review rejected introducing automatic non-means-tested legal aid funding to bereaved families after a state-related death; notes that state organisations involved in deaths from terrorist attacks have access …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Conservative: 9
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
27th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 22nd July 2019
INDEPENDENT PANEL INQUIRY FOR ZANE GBANGBOLA
Tabled by:
Jess Phillips (Labour - Birmingham Yardley)
That this House recognises the tragic death of seven year old Zane Gbangbola, who died during the storms and floods in 2014 attributed by the Prime Minister as climate change related; notes that this is an issue of social injustice requiring an Independent Panel Inquiry (IPI) for Zane who died …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 19th July 2019
PEACEHAVEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern the proposed academisation of Peacehaven Community School in Brighton, Kemptown constituency; further notes the efforts of the local community to prevent academisation; applauds the work of the GMB and NEU trade unions in supporting the local community; urges Lewes District Council to intervene and …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 19th July 2019
MOULSECOOMB PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern the proposed academisation of Moulsecoomb Primary School in Brighton, Kemptown constituency; further notes the efforts of the local community to prevent academisation; applauds the work of the GMB and NEU trade unions in supporting the local community; commends Brighton and Hove City Council for …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 19th July 2019
EQUALITY FOR DISABLED STAFF AND STUDENTS IN UK EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House recognises the serious challenges and barriers faced by disabled people working in education as revealed by the University and College Union’s survey of its 2,200 members who identify as disabled; pledges its support to enabling positive change, dismantling barriers and improving working conditions for all those with …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
4th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 19th July 2019
VIOLENCE IN SUDAN
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House condemns the massacre of protesters in Sudan on 3 June 2019; condemns the reported use of sexual violence; calls on the UK Government to apply severe pressure to its regional allies: Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, to stop providing the Transitional Military Council with …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th July 2019
A VOICE OF LABOUR IN UKRAINE'S ELECTIONS
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the progress made by Ukraine in its democratic development with the conduct of further elections to the Ukrainian Parliament on 21 July 2019; notes however that the big business power of the oligarchs remains the dominant influence on the politics and economy of Ukraine; welcomes efforts …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 12th July 2019
NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House strongly condemns the Iranian Government for continuing to hold Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a dual British-Iranian national, in arbitrary detention and calls for her immediate release; expresses dismay that Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been detained for over three years; supports Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe and her husband Richard Ratcliffe as they …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
25th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 12th July 2019
CONTINUED DETENTION OF NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE IN IRAN (NO. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern for the arbitrary detention of dual nationals in Iran from the UK and other nations; stands in solidarity with recent petitions in the European Parliament, US Congress and Canadian Parliament echoing concerns for the treatment of dual nationals imprisoned in Iran; further expresses particular concern …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2019
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WHITE HOUSE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN PEACE PLAN
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the US negotiated Economic Plan for Palestinian Development; notes that the plan doesn't lift the security measures in place preventing freedom of movement or guarantee return of land annexed by Israel; and is concerned that the political plan being drawn up in Washington DC will attach …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd July 2019
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COST OF SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Tabled by:
Lisa Forbes (Labour - Peterborough)
That this House notes that a full school uniform can now cost hundreds of pounds, with costs continuing to rise; further notes that the Government has not issued the statutory guidance on school uniforms that was announced in 2015; is deeply concerned by the increasing financial pressure on parents caused …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
4th July 2019
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TREATMENT OF KURDISH PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses its grave concern at the Turkish state’s intensified aggression against the people and territory of northern Iraq/southern Kurdistan and military occupation of that region; condemns the use of Turkish warplanes to bomb and kill civilians in northern Iraq in violation of international law, human rights and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd July 2019
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OUTSOURCED CATERING STAFF AND LOW PAY ON LNER
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned that outsourced catering staff who work for Rail Gourmet on the East Coast Mainline are being paid less than the Living Wage Foundation rate of £9 per hour, in spite of the fact that the latest accounts show the company made profits in excess of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st July 2019
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
1st July 2019
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CAMPAIGN TO GET UNTRANSMITTABLE ADDED TO THE OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the campaign by HIV Scotland to have the word untransmittable added to the Oxford English Dictionary; recognises that the word has been used globally as part of the U=U campaign reflecting the scientific evidence that someone living with HIV who is on treatment and has an …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
27th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd July 2019
UK ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House recognises the decision by the Court of Appeal to rule UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia as unlawful; regrets that the UK has licenced nearly £5 billion of arms exports to Saudi Arabia since the start of the Yemen war, in which Saudi Arabia has been leading …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd July 2019
KYIV PRIDE 2019
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisers of this year's annual pride march in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv; understands that the march for LGBT equality was made up of 8,000 participants, making it the largest LGBT rights march in the history of eastern Europe; notes that this year it …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
17th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd July 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
24th June 2019
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THE CONTRIBUTION OF THE TEMPLE OF BOOM VENUE TO LEEDS
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House notes the significant contribution that live music makes to the UK's cultural life and economy; recognises that in the past decade the UK has seen nationwide closures of music venues; further notes the concerns raised and recommendations made in the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee report, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 20th June 2019
LGBT CO-OPERATIVE
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes the formation of the LGBT Co-operative; supports its initiative Glasgow Mardi Gras and its Pride March on 20 July alongside a two-day festival focusing on education around the themes of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots and the Undetectable Equals Untransmittable campaign; celebrates the LGBT …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
19th June 2019
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DETENTION OF LUIZ INÁCIO LULA DA SILVA
Tabled by:
Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House is concerned that documents recently published revealed a plot to jail former Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to prevent Mr da Silva from standing in Brazil's presidential election in 2018; and calls on the Government to demand Mr da Silva's immediate release from detention in …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
19th June 2019
67 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th June 2019
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NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House commends the progress achieved to date by the National School Breakfast Programme which has, with funding from the Department for Education, partnered with over 1775 schools to provide nutritious breakfasts to an estimated 280,000 children each school day; notes with concern that current funding for the National …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th June 2019
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY (NO 3)
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 25 June 2019 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and the New Frontiers; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th June 2019
SUPPORT FOR THE GLOBAL FUND FOR HIV, TB AND MALARIA
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that the Global Fund has had a far-reaching impact on HIV, TB and Malaria; further recognises that 27 million lives have been saved the Global Fund Partnership; notes that more investments will bring us closer to ending those epidemics by 2030; further notes that more investment …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th June 2019
VIOLENCE IN YEMEN AND THE MIDDLE EAST
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House expresses its concern at the recent escalation of violence in Yemen and the surrounding region; condemns the Houthi missile strikes on Abha airport in Saudi Arabia on 13 June 2019, in which 26 civilians were wounded; notes that this came only one month after Houthi forces claimed …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th June 2019
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REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT SCHEMES
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there are an estimated 25 million refugees and three million asylum seekers around the world today; further notes that the Government committed to resettle 20,000 refugees in the UK by 2020 under the Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS) and 3,000 more under the Vulnerable Children’s …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
13th June 2019
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BBC TELEVISION LICENCE FEES
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House regrets the decision taken by the BBC to ask over-75s to pay television licence fees from June 2020; believes that the responsibility for such decisions should be transferred back to the Government from the BBC with the aim of retaining a universal exemption for over-75s; further believes …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 17th June 2019
NEW PRESIDENT OF THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House warmly congratulates Nechivan Barzani on his election by Parliament and his inauguration as President of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq; wishes him the best in uniting the Kurdistan Region, advancing economic and political reform, and further improving relations with the federal government in Baghdad through the full …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th June 2019
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COUNCIL OF EUROPE YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House recognises that the Council of Europe through its youth centres and European Youth Foundation has for many years made a major contribution to the education and development of the UK's young people, providing a whole field of education for democracy and human rights, for holocaust remembrance and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises there should be no barriers for visually impaired people accessing buildings and transport; notes that visually impaired people should be able to navigate towns and cities independently; understands that clear streets and accessible transport are integral to the independence of visually impaired people; calls on the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
6th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
LOCAL BUS DRIVERS' HOURS
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House notes that bus drivers work nearly six hours more but are paid 20 per cent less per week than the average UK worker; further notes that it is currently legal for local bus drivers to drive up to 130 hours over two weeks; is concerned that long …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
SPORT AND FREE TO AIR TV
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House celebrates a successful start to the summer of sport but regrets that a lot of sport is broadcast on subscription TV which is unavailable live to most people in the UK; notes that the European Nations Football League finals is available free to air in three of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
VALUING SAFE AND SECURE TAXIS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House values the role that taxis play in providing safe and secure publicly hired transport to a high standard; is concerned that this is being undermined by less regulated Privately Hired Vehicles (PHVs), not licensed to ply for hire; believes that the problem is exacerbated by the fact …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY CINEMAS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the introduction of community cinemas to provide much needed access to the medium of film for communities that do not have their own fully commercial cinema or to provide an alternative to existing commercial cinemas; and encourages the Government to consider ways of providing support which …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO CUTS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that 35 million people listen to commercial radio's mix of music, entertainment, news, sport, travel and local information every week on over 300 licensed stations serving a wide range of musical preferences, local communities and social backgrounds; is consequently concerned by changes being made within local …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
BRITISH DIETITIANS WEEK 3 TO 7 JUNE 2019
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that British Dietitians Week takes place between 3 and 7 June 2019; commends the excellent work done by dietitians providing dietary advice and nutritional support to people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to manage their condition through diet; further notes that this work helps …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
SUPPORT THE SCHOOL STRIKE FOR CLIMATE
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House acknowledges the impact of school strikes for climate; notes that on 15 March more than 2,000 pupils gathered to strike in Edinburgh and that more than one million pupils protested worldwide as a call to action to prevent climate change; recognises the significance of the climate crisis; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
FLUSHABLE WIPES AND EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Tabled by:
Ian C. Lucas (Labour - Wrexham)
That this House notes that toilet wipes are being sold in the United Kingdom that are harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects; further notes that these wipes are sold as flushable and therefore make their way into the sewerage system; notes that with rising pollution in the world’s …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
THE CHILDREN'S FUTURE FOOD INQUIRY
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House acknowledges the Children’s Future Food Inquiry report detailing the poor state of children’s food across the four UK nations; observes that 19 per cent of children in the UK live in households which have experienced food insecurity; emphasises that more than one in five children are already …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Tabled by:
David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House recognises the strain placed on community mental health services as demand for care outstrips capacity; is concerned that due to the complexity of the application system for personal independence payment (PIP) many people with mental health conditions depend on the support of mental health workers to complete …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2019
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UN CONDEMNATION OF UK OCCUPATION OF THE CHAGOS ISLANDS
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House welcomes the United Nations motion overwhelmingly condemning the occupation of the Chagos Islands by the United Kingdom; regrets the use of the Islands for military purposes for the UK and the USA, much to the concern of the Chagossian people; further regrets the use of the Islands …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2019
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REPRESSION IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House condemns Turkish state for its continued oppression of political opponents which has involved torture including electrocution of children; believes that the UK Government's support for the Erdogan regime legitimises him and helps to create the conditions for the ongoing persecution of the people of Turkey; and calls …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
20th ANNIVERSARY OF THE COALFIELDS REGENERATION TRUST
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) on celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2019; commends the work that the CRT has done over the last 20 years in Scotland and the whole of the UK to help former mining communities recover from the devastating impact of pit closures; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
YOUTH WELFARE OFFICERS FOR YOUNG ASYLUM SEEKERS
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes the lack of specialist support officers for young asylum seekers in asylum accommodation; recognises that many young asylum seekers have faced unimaginable trauma and experiences; expresses deep concern at the very high prevalence of mental ill health amongst young asylum seekers and the high number of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
YEMEN DAY 2019
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that Yemen Day fell on 22 May 2019, marking Yemen's National Yemen Day and the 29th anniversary of the country's unification; is saddened that rather than celebrate this Yemenis continue to endure the brutal war that has lasted more than four years, killing over 70,000 people; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
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SAVE SCOTLAND'S RAINFORESTS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House thanks the Atlantic Woodland Alliance for their campaign to save Scotland’s rainforests; notes that there are only 30,325 hectares left across Scotland; recognises the rainforest’s importance due to them containing a variety of rare species; further notes the negative impact climate change and air pollution is having …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
WORLD PRE-ECLAMPSIA DAY 2019
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises World Pre-Eclampsia day on 22 May 2019, following from the first ever debate on this important issue in Parliament; welcomes the steps made in reducing maternal mortality in the UK over the generations, but also recognises that this condition affects up to 10 per cent of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
20th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
ENVIRONMENT EMERGENCY
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the Government’s recognition that we are in a national climate emergency; notes the publication this month of the Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services based on a review of approximately 15,000 scientific and Government sources and complied by 145 expert authors from 50 countries; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
DEBATING PRIVATE MEMBERS BILLS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that the political negotiations over the last months regarding the UK's proposed departure from the EU have resulted in parliamentary time not being utilised to its full potential; further notes that Private Members Bills receive very little parliamentary time given that they often draw attention to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
20th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
AUTHORISED FRAUD COMPENSATION
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Authorised Push Payment (APP) Scams Voluntary Code due to come into effect on 28 May 2019 to protect customers from APP fraud; notes that during the first half of 2018 consumers lost £92.9 million due to APP scams; further notes that this …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th June 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019
ROLE OF POST OFFICES IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes that post offices play an important role in our communities and for small businesses and that the resilience of the post office network should be actively protected, with particular priority given to rural services; notes the findings of a survey by the National Federation of Sub …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
21st May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
CABINET MINISTER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House welcomes the publication of the White Paper on Online Harms; recognises that the early years represent a window of opportunity during which children can be prepared for a healthy life course; notes British Heart Foundation findings that among children aged two to four only 9 per cent …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
SHORTAGE OF PUBLIC LAVATORIES
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House expresses concern that public lavatory budgets have been cut by more than £26 million in the last five years; notes that this has seen public toilet numbers fall by 13 per cent nationally, with countryside areas disproportionately affected; recognises that this is particularly difficult for individuals who …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th May 2019
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST STATELESSNESS
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the launch of a new campaign for the International Observatory of Human Rights on statelessness and citizenship deprivation; believes that their call for the UNHCR to enact an International Day Against Statelessness is vital in raising awareness for the issue that affects approximately 10 million people …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th May 2019
DEMENTIA FUND
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House notes that an estimated 60 per cent of recipients of homecare and 70 per cent of care home residents live with dementia; acknowledges that dementia is a condition caused by diseases of the brain with complex support needs that should be met by the NHS, like any …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Conservative: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th May 2019
VOTING RIGHTS OF EU CITIZENS IN EUROPEAN ELECTIONS
Tabled by:
Mike Gapes (The Independent Group for Change - Ilford South)
That this House calls on the Government to take immediate steps to ensure that all EU citizens in the UK who wish to vote in the EU elections are able to do so by making the additional form that EU citizens need to complete in order to declare they are …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 15
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
13th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2019
UNLOCKING THE NORTH'S GROWTH POTENTIAL
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes that Leeds train station is already the busiest station in the North of England serving over 31 million passengers a year; further notes that Leeds station’s peak usage will increase by 49 per cent by 2023, making it busier than King’s Cross Station is now; supports …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2019
CLIMATE, NATURE AND GROWTH
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the publication of the UN’s first global assessment of the state of the world’s nature for nearly 15 years; notes its conclusions that 75 per cent of all land and almost half of all marine and water ecosystems have now been seriously altered by humans, and …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th May 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2019
OFCOM PLANS FOR HIGHER RURAL BROADBAND COSTS
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House opposes Ofcom proposals allowing BT to raise upfront costs on rural consumers accessing the Openreach network as a subsidy for the roll out of high-speed fibre broadband; calls on the Department for Culture, Media and Sport to rule out penalising rural broadband consumers with higher network access …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
FREE TELEVISION LICENCES FOR PENSIONERS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that there are two million pensioners living in poverty; further recognises that the level of pensioner poverty is rising; notes that free television licences for pensioners can help to combat loneliness and provide a window to the world; acknowledges the need to support some of the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
29th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
FRIENDSHIP DAY
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House recognises the work of Friendship Global based in Noel Park, Haringey in seeking to create a better and more peaceful world and promote friendships locally and internationally; notes their wish to officially mark 29 April as National / International Friendship Day; further notes the benefit of diverse …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
PROTECTING STAFF EMPLOYED ON THE WEST COAST MAINLINE
Tabled by:
Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes that the Government has barred Stagecoach from bidding on new rail franchises including the West Coast Main Line which it currently operates jointly with Virgin; further notes that this franchise is due to be renewed in March 2020; shares the concerns of the RMT union about …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL'S FOOTBALL WELCOMES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Amnesty International’s Football Welcomes weekend of action will take place on 27 and28 April 2019; recognises that the purpose of the campaign is to highlight the contribution that refugees have made to football both in the UK and around the world, while also encouraging clubs, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
INTERNATIONAL WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House joins workers, trade unions and communities in commemorating Workers’ Memorial Day on 28 April 2019; welcomes that Workers’ Memorial Day is commemorated throughout the world and is officially recognised by the UK Government; expresses concern that more people are killed at work than in wars every year; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
25th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
INQUIRY INTO DEATHS LINKED TO WORK CAPABILITY ASSESSMENTS
Tabled by:
Paul Williams (Labour - Stockton South)
That this House regrets the tragic death of Jodey Whiting in February 2017 who took her life 15 days after her disability benefits were stopped for missing a work Capability Assessment when she was seriously ill; believes this was the latest avoidable tragedy to be caused by the failings of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
CHARGES FOR RECYCLING IN SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with concern that under the Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations, waste collection authorities may charge for the collection and disposal of waste from premises forming part of a school; further notes that the Government has not made an estimate of the number of schools that …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
24th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
NATIONAL PARK 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates National Park on the 70th anniversary; thanks the Department for the Environment, Food And Rural Affairs and local councils for their involvement and support; notes that National Park promotes exercise, leisure and enjoyment of nature for so many people across the UK; further notes and thanks …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
LONDON NAIL BOMBINGS ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes that 30th April 2019 marks the 20th anniversary of the nail bomb attack at the Admiral Duncan public house in Soho, central London, which killed three people and injured dozens more; further notes that this was the third attack by a self-confessed racist and homophobe following …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th April 2019
TELSCOMBE CLIFFS AND PEACEHAVEN HEIGHTS ACADEMISATION
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with concern the proposed academisation of the Telscombe Cliffs and Peacehaven Heights primary schools in the Brighton, Kemptown constituency; further notes the efforts of the local community to prevent academisation; applauds the efforts and dedication of the GMB and NEU trades unions in supporting the local …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 29th April 2019
THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION AND RAPE CRISIS SERVICES
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes that despite signing up to the Istanbul Convention in 2012, the UK has failed to enshrine the Convention in law; further notes that the Convention stipulates necessary legislative or other measures to ensure that survivors have access to services facilitating their recovery from sexual violence; welcomes …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th 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
24th April 2019
5 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2019
SRI LANKA EASTER SUNDAY BOMBINGS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
This House utterly and totally condemns the heinous attacks on Christians at prayer on their most holy day in Sri Lanka; supports the Sri Lankan Government in its attempts to catch those responsible; urges the UK Government to lend all the support that it can to Sri Lanka in trying …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS IN SRI LANKA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka which killed 321 people and injured hundreds more; offers sympathies to all those killed or injured in the attack and their families and friends; recognises that many of those killed were Christians gathering peacefully for prayer; condemns all attacks …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Peter Kyle (Labour - Hove and Portslade)
That this House congratulates the Open University (OU) on its 50th anniversary; notes that its mission of opening up education for all through flexible distance learning is as relevant today as it was in 1969; celebrates the over two million students who have been taught by the OU since 1969; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2019
TACKLING ISLAMOPHOBIA AND RELIGIOUS HATE CRIMES
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House remains deeply concerned by the rise of Islamophobia and other hate crimes within communities; stands in solidarity with the victims of such crimes and with the wider Muslim community in both the London Borough of Haringey and across the UK; supports the Metropolitan Police in their actions …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 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
23rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019
PROPOSED STATE VISIT BY DONALD TRUMP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores the record of US President Donald Trump, including his misogynism, racism and xenophobia; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; further condemns his lack of action on climate change and failure to support the Paris Climate Change Deal; further deplores his sharing of online …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 73
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
11th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019
#ZEROHIV
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House welcomes the publication of #ZEROHIV, HIV Scotland's new strategic plan, commends their commitment of getting to zero new HIV transmissions, zero HIV-related deaths and zero HIV-related stigma; notes the importance of PrEP, a pill that HIV-negative people can take to prevent HIV in combating HIV transmissions and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019
CHILDREN'S SERVICES IN STOKE ON TRENT
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House notes the deeply concerning OFSTED report that categorised children’s services run by City Independent and Conservative led Stoke-on-Trent City Council as ‘inadequate’ and which highlighted ‘widespread and serious failures which leave children at significant harm’; recognises that the most fundamental role of a local authority is to …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
NEW MENTAL HEALTH LEGISLATION FOR CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House agrees with the Prime Minister that the state of mental health legislation as it stands constitutes a burning injustice to people living with a mental health illness and notes her intention to introduce a Bill in 2019; further notes that every year one young person in ten …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 13
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
9th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
FUTURE OF FOODBANKS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that a growing number of people are becoming reliant on foodbanks across many areas of the country; condemns the institutionalisation of foodbanks in the UK; and urges the Government to tackle low paying jobs and carry out an urgent review of universal credit and if the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
9th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
GIRLGUIDING ULSTER PRESENTATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Girlguiding Ulster on their award of the Your Parliament Partner of the Year Award for its outstanding contribution to UK Parliament Week which is an annual festival that engages people from across the UK; notes the phenomenal work that is carried out by Girlguiding Ulster to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
9th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th April 2019
SCHOOL FUNDING: SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that the national average spent on Special Educational Needs provision in schools has been cut by 17 per cent; further notes that cuts have been even highest of all in the North West at 24 per cent; recognises the burden placed on schools by the duty …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
CENTENARY OF THE JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House remembers the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where troops of the British Indian Army opened fire on a peaceful crowd in the Jallianwala Bagh Gardens of Amritsar, Punjab; notes with horror, figures supplied by the UK Government which state 379 died and 1,000 were wounded, while the Indian Government …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
FAIRTRADE AND CHOCOLATE
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the global chocolate industry is worth in excess of £99 billion, with the average UK citizen consuming 8.4 kilograms of chocolate in 2017; recognises the ongoing plight of many in the global chocolate supply chain which has led to farmers in places like Ivory Coast …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
COMMERCIAL PRESSURE ON OFFSHORE HELICOPTER SAFETY
Tabled by:
Alex Cunningham (Labour - Stockton North)
That this House notes the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) review of its CAP1145 measures introduced in 2014 to improve commercial offshore helicopter safety as a result of a series of incidents involving Super Puma helicopters in the North Sea which claimed twenty lives in four years; recalls that CAP1145 included …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the contribution of one million euros made by Borussia Dortmund Football Club towards the expansion of Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial in Israel; congratulates the club for their commitment to the memory of the Holocaust and their ongoing action against modern day antisemitism; highlights an example of …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Crossbench: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
GAY RIGHTS IN BRUNEI
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with alarm that stoning to death as the punishment for homosexual sex came into force on 3 April 2019 in Brunei; further notes that this is part of an enactment of the Sharia penal code formally published in 2013 that also includes stoning for adultery and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN AND THE SULTAN OF BRUNEI
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern the proposed introduction of a new penal code in Brunei which would be a major infringement of the human rights of the LGBT+ community in that country; welcomes the decision of the University of Aberdeen to review the honorary degree awarded to the Sultan …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
8th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
FAIR PRICING FOR MEDICINES
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern that the issue of excessively high medicine prices and systemic lack of transparency in the Research & Development (R&D) system is a global crisis; further notes that the second Fair Pricing Forum will take place in April 2019 presenting a critical opportunity for …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
BRUNEI PENAL CODE
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House expresses deep concern at the planned introduction of a new penal code in Brunei; notes the UN Secretary-General’s belief that these new laws are in clear violation of human rights principles; expresses solidarity with LGBT+ Bruneians and grave concern about the impact of this legislation upon the …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
BOMBING OF THE KITAF HOSPITAL IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House deplores the bombing of the Kitaf hospital in the Saada province of Yemen on 27 March 2019 which resulted in the death of eight people, five of whom were children; notes that the number of civilians killed in airstrikes has now reached over 17,500 since the four-year …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
EXPLOITATION OF COCOA FARMERS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports the Fairtrade Foundation petition which calls on an end to the exploitation of cocoa farmers; understands that some cocoa farmers are currently earning less that 75p a day, which is less than half of what they need for a good standard of living; further understands that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd 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
2nd April 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd April 2019
CENTREPOINT'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House commends the work of youth homelessness charity Centrepoint on their 50th anniversary; is deeply concerned that in 2017-18 an estimated 103,000 young people in the UK were homeless or at risk; regrets that five decades on Centrepoint are still working with homeless young people in crisis who …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
29th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st April 2019
50 YEARS OF SCOTTISH BALLET
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Scottish Ballet on their 50 year anniversary; appreciates the vision of Scottish Ballet’s founder, Peter Darrell, in bringing his company to Glasgow in 1969; recognises the important cultural contribution that Scottish Ballet has made to Scotland; anticipates a wonderful programme of events to celebrate this …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2019
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 29th March 2019
CATALAN UK OFFICES YELLOW RIBBON
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes with puzzlement the decision of the Spanish Electoral Board, the body charged with the conduct of the forthcoming Spanish General Election, in ordering the removal of a yellow ribbon sign from the balcony of the Catalan Delegation to the UK's offices in Central London, the yellow …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th March 2019
TACKLING BULLYING AND HARASSMENT IN PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges the progress made towards addressing sexual harassment in Parliament as a workplace with the establishment of a bicameral working group on an lndependent Complaints and Grievance Policy and the subsequent creation of two new independent helpline services; recognises the important work done by Laura Cox QC, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th March 2019
PEOPLE'S VOTE
Tabled by:
Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House supports holding a public vote on whether or not the UK should leave the European Union on the final terms agreed between the Government and the European Union; celebrates the fact that thousands of members of the Co-operative movement and Co-operative Party joined the march of more …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Green Party: 1
27th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 28th March 2019
TRADE UNION RIGHTS OF ACCESS TO WORKPLACES
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes that the right to join a trade union is a basic democratic right, and that trade unions play an invaluable role in defending the pay, terms and conditions of their members; regrets that presently in the UK there is no legal right of access to workplaces …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th March 2019
2 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
26th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th 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
26th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
REVIEW OF PUBS CODE
Tabled by:
Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
That this House notes the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy told the House on 8 January 2019 that the Government would be announcing the statutory review into the success and operation of the Pubs code and Pubs code adjudicator by 31 March 2019; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
26th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
TACKLING RACISM IN FOOTBALL
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the racist abuse directed at players in the England football team in their Euro 2020 qualification match in Montenegro on 25 March 2019; supports UEFA’s quick and decisive action in opening disciplinary proceedings against Montenegro; and agrees with footballer Raheem Sterling that any racist chanting should …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
INCLUSIVE PEACE AND PROTECTION OF DEFENDERS IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House encourages further steps to be taken to ensure the full and effective implementation of the Peace Accord between the Colombian Government and the FARC signed in November 2016, including its gender-based agreements and prioritisation of victims' rights; recognises the vital role of civil society organisations and human …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
25th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
PERIOD POVERTY
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to roll out free sanitary products across NHS hospitals and secondary schools in England; notes however that periods may start as early as 8 years old; is appalled that pupils in England are missing time in school, college and university because of a …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
CLOSURE OF THE HONDA SWINDON PLANT
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is deeply concerned at the news that Honda plans to close its Swindon plant; recognises the devastating impact this planned closure will have on the 3,500 people directly employed by Honda as well as the thousands of people whose employment depends on the supply chain, their families …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Crossbench: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th March 2019
FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WAR IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes with deep sadness that 26 March 2019 marks the fourth anniversary of the beginning of the conflict in Yemen during which an estimated 60,000 people have been killed; further notes that despite the Stockholm Agreement, an average of three civilians a day are still dying and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th March 2019
ISRAELI OCCUPATION OF THE GOLAN HEIGHTS
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House reiterates its support for the long-held international position that Israel is in occupation of the Golan Heights and has been for nearly 52 years; notes that such an occupation should be temporary and that all Israeli settlements there are illegal under international law; urges the UK Government …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
19th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th March 2019
BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL AND ADVERTS FOR BREASTMILK SUBSTITUTES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the British Medical Journal's decision to no longer carry adverts for breastmilk substitutes; understands that they have done so through concerns over the aggressive promotion of these products, and subsequent impacts on global rates of breastfeeding; appreciates that the decision was taken in line with the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th March 2019
THE LIVING WAGE AT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Tabled by:
Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House believes that the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee should ensure it is a Living Wage Employer, accredited by the Living Wage Foundation.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th March 2019
Education
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education (Registration Fees) (England) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 543), dated 11 March 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 12 March 2019, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
18th March 2019
28 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
IPSA AND MPs STAFF PAY
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises the vital role that hon. Members' staff play and the hard work they do in supporting the work of hon. Members; notes with alarm that the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's increase to hon. Members staffing budgets of 1.5 per cent for 2019-20 falls below the rate …
123 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 85
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th March 2019
PUBLIC INQUIRY ON BLACKLISTING
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that an internal police investigation, the Creedon report, has been made public; understands that this has concluded that the police, including Special Branches across the UK, and the security services, supplied information to the Consulting Association, and its predecessor, the Economic League, that was funded by …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
ECOLOGIA YOUTH TRUST FUNDING SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Ecologia Youth Trust on its recent success in securing £135,000 of National Lottery funding; notes that it will use the funding to empower 664 disadvantaged young people in the Highlands to build resilience, recognise their potential and take control of their lives through the provision of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
12th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
12th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
WORLD GLAUCOMA WEEK AND ACCESS TO EFFECTIVE TREATMENTS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes World Glaucoma Week from 10 to 16 March 2019; commits to ensuring that the one million glaucoma-related visits to the NHS are met with a state of the art health service focusing on best patient outcomes and efficient and safe service delivery; further commits to scrutinize …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th March 2019
PROVISION OF PET-CT SCANNING SERVICES IN OXFORDSHIRE
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House expresses grave concern over the changes to PET-CT scanning services at the Churchill Hospital in Oxfordshire; notes that through a formal procurement procedure the Government has changed the service provider to InHealth; calls on the Government to give assurances about the implications for accessibility, cost and quality …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
28th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
Exiting the European Union (Taxes and Duties)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Value Added Tax and Excise Personal Reliefs (Special Visitors and Goods Permanently Imported) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 91), dated 22 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 24 January …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 1
28th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
Exiting the European Union (Value Added Tax)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Value Added Tax (Accounting Procedures for Import VAT for VAT Registered Persons and Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 60), dated 21 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 22 January …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 1
12th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 18th March 2019
EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (Cooperation and Information Sharing) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 607), dated 21 May 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 May, be annulled.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
13th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th March 2019
STAFF OUR STATIONS (SOS) CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to station staff on both the Mainline Railway and London Underground and the vital role that they play in helping to deliver a safe, secure and accessible railway; notes that station staff assist with train despatch and safety at the platform-train interface, preventing suicides, helping …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
THE UK'S PROGRESS TOWARDS NET ZERO CARBON EMISSIONS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises that climate change is the single most important issue facing our planet; notes with concern that 2018 was the fourth-hottest year on record, with average global temperatures now 1°C above the pre-industrial average; celebrates the action taken by young people across the UK who have reminded …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
BBC PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House warmly congratulates the BBC on its recent announcement that parents who work at the organisation are to receive additional maternity or paternity pay should their baby be born prematurely; recognises that this new policy will mean that for any baby born before 37 weeks, full pay will …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
UK-WIDE CLIMATE EMERGENCY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the stark warning from the world’s scientific community that there are just 12 years left to prevent 1.5 degrees warming; further notes that warming beyond 1.5 degrees represents a threat to the future of humanity, and that even warming limited to that level will wreak havoc …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 9
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2019
UNIVERSAL CREDIT 53 WEEK YEAR 2019-20
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House expresses concern that many universal credit claimants will be left without payment for one week's rent in 2019-20 due to that benefit only being paid for 52 weeks; further notes that this will affect universal credit tenants in social housing approximately every six years who are paid …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
27th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2019
SUPPORTING THE NEEDS OF MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House commends Finlay McFarlane for the courage he has shown in waiving his anonymity to speak about his experience as a male survivor of sexual violence on BBC The Nine; notes his efforts to tackle the stigma associated with male survivors which contributes to underreporting of sexual crimes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th March 2019
INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAY
Tabled by:
Nicholas Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House acknowledges International Dance Day on 29 April 2019, celebrating the UK dance sector, which is vibrant and diverse and a flagship UK industry; notes that as well as being a great UK art form, dance has a unique and important role to play in education, health and …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th March 2019
FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH FORCES PERSONNEL
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution made by thousands of Foreign and Commonwealth members of the UK’s Armed Forces; notes that those who have served for at least four years are eligible to apply for indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK for themselves, their partners and …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
World Book Day 2019
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House recognises 7 March 2019 as World Book Day in the UK and Ireland celebrating authors, illustrators, books and reading; congratulates World Book Day for its 22nd World Book Day being held in 2019; notes that the UK ranks 17th for literacy among 34 OECD countries; further notes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th March 2019
FUNDING OF STATE SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the inadequacy of the funding currently available to all state schools; expresses deep concern over the warning from more than 7,000 head teachers that budget shortages are worsening; commends the call by head teachers for greater funding through the Worth Less? campaign; acknowledges that teachers and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
POVERTY PAY ON RAIL CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is concerned that a significant number of workers on the rail network continue to be poorly paid; notes that catering contractors such as Rail Gourmet fulfil contracts where they pay less than the Living Wage Foundation rate of £9 per hour; is further concerned that contractors on …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
NATIONAL B&B WEEK 2019
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that independent B&Bs, guest houses and family-run hotels constitute a vital part of the UK's tourism offer and form the cornerstone of our welcome to the world; further notes that the world's best B&B and four of the world's top five best B&Bs are British, a …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
KASHMIR
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House expresses its profound concern regarding the recent conflict between India and Pakistan over Kashmir; has been alarmed by the use of military action by India across Pakistani airspace and retaliatory air strikes from Pakistan; recognises the escalating tensions and human rights abuses as documented in last year’s …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
SCHOOL TRANSPORT FOR DISABLED YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises that disabled young people often have to travel further than other pupils to get the right education or college place; notes that they are less likely than other pupils to travel to school or college independently; expresses concern that as the law stands a young person …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
PAY FOR CIVIL SERVANTS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House believes that civil servants perform an essential role in the functioning of British democracy and the delivery of our public services especially as the UK renegotiates our relationship with the European Union; notes that public servants covered by the Cabinet Office and Treasury's civil service pay guidance …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
FIBROMYALGIA AND US
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House welcomes the creation of Fibromyalgia and Us, a comic published in Dundee designed to spread awareness of the symptoms, the difficulties and what works through the lived experiences of those living with Fibromyalgia, and their families; recognises the success of the comic since its launch in December …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
PEACE BETWEEN INDIA AND PAKISTAN
Tabled by:
Faisal Rashid (Labour - Warrington South)
That this House recognises that the ongoing escalation of military conflict between India and Pakistan is not in the interests of either country; notes that both countries possess nuclear capabilities and that a continuation of this conflict could destabilise the entire region and lead to a catastrophic loss of life; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
UNIVERSAL CREDIT SERVICE CENTRE STAFFING
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes staff working in universal credit service centres in Walsall and Wolverhampton have voted overwhelmingly to take strike action over excessive workloads, insufficient recruitment and lack of consultation between employer and staff; further notes that 90.2 per cent of members voted for strike action on a 55.8 …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
4th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
UTILITY COMPANIES CHARGING FOR PAPER BILLS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the outrageous fee that some utility companies charge their customers who opt to receive paper versions of their bills; recognises that 4.8 million people did not use the internet in 2018; notes that this charge unfairly affects hardworking families and elderly people who do not have …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
27th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
EPILEPSY AND PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House expresses serious concern at the high number of people with epilepsy being denied Personal Independence Payment (PIP); is alarmed that since the introduction of this benefit the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has denied PIP to over 41 per cent of people living with epilepsy who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
LONG-TERM SOCIAL CARE SETTLEMENT
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the state of the social care sector and the unsustainable levels of unmet care need; notes the NHS calling for social care reform through the Health for Care campaign; and calls on the Government to deliver a sustainable, new and fair system and funding formula for …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
FLIGHTS BETWEEN THE UK AND KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House believes that direct flights between the UK and the Kurdistan Region in Iraq would encourage more commercial, cultural, and educational connections with Kurdistan, whose capital city has been deemed the fifth safest in the world; recognises that the Kurdistan Region is rightly proud of its security, religious …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
National Health Service
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Amendments Relating to the Provision of Integrated Care Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 248), dated 13 February 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 February 2019, be annulled.
69 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
25th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
WAR DISABLEMENT PENSION IN ESA ASSESSMENTS
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House calls on the Department for Work and Pensions to disregard armed forces compensation payments, including war disablement pension, from Employment Support Allowance (ESA) means-testing; believes that veterans receiving war disablement pension because of physical or mental impairments incurred through service should not be materially disadvantaged in claiming …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
7th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 11th March 2019
UN COMMISSION OF INQUIRY REPORT ON GAZA PROTESTS
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House welcomes the independent UN Commission of Inquiry report on protests in Gaza; notes with the deepest concern its findings that, in its widespread use of force against demonstrators, Israeli security forces committed violations of international law which may constitute war crimes or crimes against humanity; condemns the …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 68
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
7th March 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 11th March 2019
CIVIL SERVICE PAY
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes since 2010 pay increases in the civil service have not kept up with inflation; is aware that since 2010 average salary levels in the civil service have fallen in value, by comparison with inflation, by between 1.1 per cent (consumer price index) and 1.9 per cent …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
19th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
IMPORTANCE OF JOURNALISM IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House celebrates the importance of investigative journalism in the public interest; believes that a free press is critical to the health of democratic society and that freedom of expression is a fundamental human right; is concerned by the arrests of National Union of Journalists members Barry McCaffrey and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
26th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019
USE OF ANIMALS FOR WARFARE EXPERIMENTS
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern that, each year, thousands of animals of various species including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs, are experimented upon using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that, whilst these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
21st February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th February 2019
LGBT HISTORY MONTH 2019
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2019; affirms that this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history serves to challenge heterosexist attitudes in society; commemorates the struggle for gay rights and related civil rights through the past decades and celebrates …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th February 2019
ANIMAL WELFARE STANDARDS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the assurances from Government that animal welfare standards will be maintained or improved in the event of the UK leaving the European Union and that animal sentience will be recognised in UK law; urges the Government to table the Animals Welfare (Sentience) Bill without further delay; …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
Exiting the European Union (Value Added Tax)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Value Added Tax (Postal Packets and Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1376), dated 17 December 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 December 2018, be annulled.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
12th February 2019
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 82
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
DETENTION OF WOMEN'S RIGHTS ACTIVISTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the continuing detention of Saudi women's rights activists, including Loujain al-Hathloul, Aziza al-Yousef, Eman al-Nafjan and Samar Badawi, many months after their arrests in 2018; is extremely alarmed by allegations that some activists have been subjected to sexual harassment, torture and ill-treatment, including …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
KURDISH HUNGER STRIKES IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses its deep concern for the welfare of around 250 Kurdish prisoners in Turkey, who have begun an indefinite hunger strikes in protest against the prison conditions of imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan; notes that some protestors, including Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) deputy Leyla Guven, have now …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
BIRD COUNT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House fully supports the Big Farmland Bird Counts for February 2019; urges landowners and farmers to participate; and thanks all volunteers for their efforts and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for its encouragement for the Bird Count.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
29th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
POLITICAL DETAINEES IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House is concerned about Saudi Arabia’s use of illegal detention to silence female activists pushing for greater freedoms within the country and Saudi Arabia’s illegal detention of other political prisoners, including but not limited to Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud, Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, Abdulaziz bin Fahd …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th February 2019
CHEMICAL WEAPONS USE IN WEST PAPUA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House is deeply concerned by reports of the use of chemical weapons by the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) in the West Papuan regency of Nduga; notes that the Nduga Regency is experiencing a significant increase in Indonesian military and police activity; further notes that Indonesia is a …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th February 2019
SUSPENSION OF THE INTERMEDIATE-RANGE NUCLEAR FORCES TREATY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned by the suspension of the Intermediate-range Nuclear ForcesTreaty (INF) by the United States of America and Russia; recalls that the INF treaty strengthened European security by removing and eliminating all land-based Cruise, Pershing and SS20 missiles from Europe; notes that abrogating the INF Treaty …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th February 2019
LGBT HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House joins the LGBT community in celebrating LGBT History Month; recognises and supports the contributions that the LGBT community has made to Welsh society; acknowledges that the LGBT community is disproportionately impacted in terms of homelessness, domestic abuse, violence and housing discrimination; aspires to create a society in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 7th February 2019
Medicines
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Human Medicines (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 62), dated 14 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 January, be annulled.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th February 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th February 2019
TV LICENCES FOR OVER-75s
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that maintaining free TV licences for over-75s was a 2017 Conservative manifesto commitment; acknowledges that 2.2 million over-75s live alone and that paying the licence fee could push 50,000 pensioners below the poverty line; acknowledges that 4 million households will be affected if the concession is …
140 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
31st January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 4th February 2019
FINANCIAL SERVICES AND MARKETS
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Securitisation Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1288), dated 3 December 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 4 December 2018, be revoked.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
28th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019
Financial Services and Markets
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Securitisation Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1288), dated 3 December 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 4 December 2018, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
28th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019
RATES OF PAY FOR SECURITY STAFF ON THE PARLIAMENTARY ESTATE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the valuable work done by security staff on the parliamentary estate; further notes the current dispute between security staff represented by the PCS union and the House authorities concerning overtime rates; believes that security staff recruited in summer 2016 should be paid in line with the …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 64
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
28th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019
VISA APPLICATION FOR 14 YEAR OLD ANNECELINE OMONDI
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House supports the Omondi family and calls on the Home Office to overturn its rejection of the visa application for 14-year-old Anneceline Omondi, daughter of Lance Corporal Denis Omondi, a serving soldier for the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 3 Scots, and her application for entry clearance; further rejects …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019
ASSOCIATION OF BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers (ABM) on their 40 year anniversary; notes the amazing difference that the counselling provided by the ABM breastfeeding helpline can make to the breastfeeding journey of mothers; further notes the contribution the organisation has made to public policy and debate around …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th January 2019
PLASTIC WASTE EXPORTS (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that two thirds of plastic waste separated for recycling in the UK is currently sent abroad for processing and that 105,000 tonnes of UK plastic was imported by Malaysia alone in 2017-18; recognises that many of the countries in the Global South receiving the UK's rubbish …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
24th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
Exiting the European Union (Customs)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Customs Transit Procedures (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1258), dated 29 November 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 November 2018, be annulled.
12 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
24th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
Exiting the European Union (Customs)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Customs (Temporary Storage Facilities Approval Conditions and Miscellaneous Amendments) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1247), dated 29 November 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 November 2018, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
24th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
Exiting the European Union (Customs)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Customs (Special Procedures and Outward Processing) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1249), dated 29 November 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 November 2018, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
24th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
Exiting the European Union (Customs)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Customs (Contravention of a Relevant Rule) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1260), dated 29 November 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 November 2018, be annulled.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
24th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
Exiting the European Union (Customs)
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Customs (Import Duty) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 1248), dated 29 November 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 30 November 2018, be annulled.
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
22nd January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
FUNDING FOR FURTHER EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls upon the Government to urgently increase funding for colleges across the country; urges the Government to work with trade unions to ensure that college staff receive a long-overdue pay rise so that their pay is put on a par with that of school staff; and recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
ROLE OF HIGHER EDUCATION REGULATOR
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises the crucial role of our higher education sector in meeting the nation's skills needs and supporting local economies; notes with concern the recent comments by Sir Michael Barber, chair of the Office for Students, which suggest that the new regulator will not support universities experiencing financial …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
11th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 28th January 2019
PARLIAMENTARY PRAYERS
Tabled by:
Crispin Blunt (Independent - Reigate)
That this House recognises that religious worship should not play any part in the formal business of the House of Commons; believes that parliamentary meetings should be conducted in a manner equally welcoming to all attendees, irrespective of their personal beliefs; further believes that Parliamentary Prayers are not compatible with …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
28th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 25th January 2019
PLASTIC USE
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that UK households and businesses used 11 million tonnes of plastic packaging last year; further notes that the current system for shipping plastic recycling abroad has been criticised by the National Audit Office as being open to abuse and fraud, with six UK exporters of plastic …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
JAILED KURDISH LEADER ABDULLAH ÖCALAN
Tabled by:
Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House recognises the urgent necessity for a peaceful resolution of the Kurdish conflict in Turkey; considers that President Erdogan's turn to unrestrained repression only deepens existing social divisions; acknowledges the positive proposals made by the Kurds to achieve peace and reconciliation; urges the Foreign Secretary to intercede with …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th January 2019
65 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
16th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
UN SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2452 ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the unanimous adoption of Resolution 2452 at the UN Security Council on 16 January 2019, which calls for the establishment in Yemen of the United Nations Mission to support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA); recognises that this Special Political Mission will allow up to 75 independent monitors …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 11th January 2019
PROTECTION FOR COMPANION DOGS
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern about the number of companion pet dogs which are injured or killed in incidents with other dogs; notes that more than 60,000 dogs die each year in these incidents; expresses dismay at the trauma felt by families when their cherished pets are killed; notes that …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
7th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 11th January 2019
EU CITIZENS' RIGHTS AND THE SETTLED STATUS SCHEME
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House condemns the Settled Status scheme for non-UK EU citizens as discriminatory and unnecessary; believes that people who have chosen to make their lives here under the auspices of the EU’s Freedom of Movement should be welcome to stay without any documentation or payment of a fee and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
9th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
9th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
HUNGER STRIKE BY LEYLA GÜVEN MP
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned that the hunger strike in Turkey by Leyla Güven MP of the People’s Democratic Party (HDP) has reached its third month and that she is in a critical condition; notes that her protest has inspired others to hunger strike, including Ilhan Sis in Newport, South …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th January 2019
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th January 2019
COVENTRY CITY FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls upon the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport to take urgent action, working alongside the English Football League, to guarantee the future of Coventry City Football Club and its future at the Ricoh Arena; calls on all stakeholders involved in the dispute over Coventry City …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th January 2019
YMCA NORTH TYNESIDE
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House warmly congratulates YMCA North Tyneside on winning the North East Charity Social Enterprise of the Year and being awarded freedom of the borough by North Tyneside Council; notes that YMCA North Tyneside provides valuable support to some of the most vulnerable young people through its supported housing …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
17th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th December 2018
GERAINT THOMAS BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR 2018
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates Geraint Thomas from Wales on being voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2018, recognises his victory in the 2018 Tour de France, which saw him become only the third Briton to win the race; further congratulates Geraint Thomas for becoming the first Welshman to win …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
17th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th December 2018
VOTING ON CHOICES FOR THE UK LEAVING THE UK
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House believes the public has a right to know how Members would vote on the different choices facing the country regarding the UK leaving the EU; believes that Members should have an opportunity as soon as possible to register their vote on a range of options including a …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
17th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th December 2018
PLASTIC-FREE COMMUNITIES
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes that more than 300 million tonnes of plastic are produced globally each year, the equivalent to the weight of the world’s entire population; further notes that more than 12 million tonnes of plastic end up in our seas and oceans; highlights the urgent need for more …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th December 2018
YEMEN PEACE TALKS (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the announcement by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres that a truce has been agreed in Stockholm for Hudaydah port in Yemen; expresses its support for other measures agreed at the talks, including the mutual transfer of up to 15,000 prisoners in the conflict, funds for the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
13th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th December 2018
BOXING DAY TRAINS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House expresses its deep disappointment that during this Christmas season the railways will undergo a 58-hour shutdown with no services being provided in England and Wales other than minimal services in the South East; notes that this is in stark contrast to the situation that prevails in the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018
PROTECTING ELDERLY PEOPLE FROM EXPLOITATION
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House is concerned that many vulnerable older people are at risk of exploitation including financial abuse; notes that at least 130,000 older people have suffered some form of financial abuse by somebody known to them, with elderly women who are living on their own at greatest risk, according …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018
BEAUTY WITH A PURPOSE CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the staggering number of people who take their own life every day in the UK; further notes that in 2017 a total of 5,821 people sadly took their own life; recognises the tireless work of people around UK to raise awareness of suicide and mental health …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
11th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
HOME OFFICE AND PASSPORT ISSUE FOR IRAQI KURDS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that some Iraqi Kurds have been deprived of their British passports by the Home Office on the grounds that their names and birth dates are inaccurate; further notes that this is the case for those who fled from Saddam Hussein's dictatorship and who feared, in the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
SERVICES OF ROYAL MAIL AND POST OFFICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House thanks the Royal Mail and Post Office staff for all their hard work to sort and deliver millions of letters, cards and parcels each week of the year; notes the exceptional pressure upon them over the Christmas period and New Year period; further notes that there will …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
Guide Dogs in Taxis
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House expresses concern that guide dog owners are being refused access to taxis; recognises that there should be no barriers to blind and disabled people accessing services, forms of transport and buildings; further recognises that guide dogs play an invaluable role in assisting people with sight difficulties in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
70th ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That his House notes that Human Rights Day on 10 December 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to regardless of race, religion, sex or political belief; supports the principle of equal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
DWP CHRISTMAS BONUS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This House notes with concern that the Department for Work and Pensions Christmas bonus paid to benefit claimants has not been up-rated since it was introduced in 1972 and remains at £10; further notes recent reports that the bonus is being discontinued under universal credit; highlights that, according to the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
DELAY IN THE INTRODUCTION OF THE 26-30 RAILCARD
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the Chancellor of the Exchequer's 2017 commitment to introduce a 26-30 railcard which will give holders a one-third discount on rail journeys nationwide; further notes the average 3.1 per cent rail fare increase from 2 January 2019; acknowledges the Rail Delivery Group's promise that the railcard …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
FOETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House is deeply concerned at the new research undertaken by Bristol University which has concluded that up to 17 per cent of children could have symptoms consistent with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder; notes the results of the research that up to 79 per cent of children in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
4th December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 14th December 2018
VISAS FOR FESTIVAL PERFORMERS
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House recognises the reports from UK festival organisers of increasingly onerous bureaucratic burdens, delays and refusals of visit visas for international artists invited to attend their events, including the world leading festivals in Edinburgh; expresses concern that frustrations with the process, coupled with increasing perceptions of the UK …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th December 2018
TREATMENT OF MEMBERS OF THE UGANDAN PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Paul Williams (Labour - Stockton South)
That this House condemns the arrest and subsequent torture of Members of the Ugandan Parliament, Robert Kyagulanyi known as Bobi Wine, Paul Mwiru, Francis Zaake, Gerald Karuhanga, and Kasiano Wadri; believes that arrest and the use of torture against elected legislators has no place in a democratic country; and calls …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th December 2018
US SENATE VOTE ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes Joint Resolution 54 passed in the United States Senate on 28 November 2018 on removing American military involvement from the conflict in the Republic of Yemen, including air-to-air refuelling and intelligence support; commends the actions of US Senators in seeking an end to the ongoing violence …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th December 2018
BANK HOLIDAY MINIMUM WAGES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House calls on the Government to increase the hourly minimum wage for all hours worked on Easter Sunday and Christmas day to twice that of the statutory minimum.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th December 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES IN MYANMAR
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes that the UN's Independent International fact-finding mission on Myanmar (Burma) alleges that crime against humanity and war crimes have been committed in the Kachin and Shan states of northern Burma; condemns the alleged human rights abuses by the Burmese military in northern Burma, which include torture, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd December 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 6th December 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT - ZERO HOURS CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that it is Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) policy that universal credit claimants can be sanctioned if they either refuse to work or leave voluntarily a zero-hours contract; further notes that this is not the case under the legacy system; is aware that zero-hours contracts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th December 2018
SCAMMING INDUSTRY IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the increasing sophistication of the scamming industry; notes that, according to UK Finance, more than £500 million was stolen by scammers in the first six months of 2018; further notes that mobile banking fraud had risen by 54 per cent in the same period in 2017, …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
29th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th December 2018
SAVE OUR POST OFFICE NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House recognises that 1 December 2018 will be the CWU led Save our Post Office National Day of Action; acknowledges the importance of local post offices on main and high streets in all communities across the UK; supports the campaign led by the Communications Workers Union (CWU) to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th December 2018
REMOVAL OF IMPLIED CONSENT UNDER UNIVERSAL CREDIT
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House notes with deep concern that the system of implied consent which existed under the legacy benefits system has been removed under universal credit; believes that this will make it more difficult for claimants with complex needs to make claims to universal credit; further believes that this will …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th December 2018
COMPLEX REGIONAL PAIN SYNDROME
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House applauds the work of charities of sufferers of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), Burning Nights CRPS Support and CRPS UK; welcomes the 2018 updated clinical guidelines for CRPS, one of the most painful of all known conditions at 42 out of 50 on the McGill pain scale; …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th November 2018
CHANGING PLACES TOILETS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House congratulates the All Party Parliamentary Group for Disability for its work with Changing Places; further congratulates Zack Kerr from Accrington for his petition calling on Government investment to help fund the building of more Changing Places toilets in motorway service stations which received 145,000 signatures; welcomes the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 29th November 2018
PROVISION OF ESSENTIAL MEDICINES
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that in the event of a no-deal Brexit, the Government has stated that companies may need to stockpile medicines, including essential drugs for the treatment of diabetes and other chronic, life threatening conditions; further notes the comments made by Mike Thompson, Chief Executive of the Association …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th November 2018
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that pancreatic cancer remains the deadliest and the quickest killing cancer among common cancers; further notes that national data show that 75 per cent of people diagnosed will die within a year of diagnosis and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th November 2018
TRAIN FARES
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the appalling year that train passengers have had; notes that between 1 April and 21 July 2018 around 900 trains a day suffered from cancellations ;further notes that punctuality on Britain's railways has hit a 12 year low due to delays and disruptions; recognises the high …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th November 2018
ACCESS TO HIV TREATMENT FOR CHILDREN IN LOW AND MIDDLE INCOME COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern the current challenges children in low and middle income countries have in accessing HIV treatment; further notes that the second Paediatric HIV Rome Conference will take place in December 2018 presenting a critical opportunity for stakeholders to discuss the accelerated development and introduction …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2018
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th November 2018
STUDENT PARAMEDICS AND THE LEARNING SUPPORT FUND
Tabled by:
Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)
That this House notes that, as part of the Government's health education funding reforms, new students in England starting a nursing, midwifery or allied health professional course can apply for financial support from the Learning Support Fund (LSF); regrets that this does not extend to those students studying university paramedic …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th November 2018
PLASTICS BILL
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that according to the UN there will be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050; further notes that global fossil fuel subsidies amount to 5.3 trillion US dollars, more than the combined GDP of UK and France; notes that fossil fuel subsidies reduce the …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th November 2018
LONMIN'S MARIKANA OPERATIONS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses concern at the continuing lack of justice for victims and survivors of the Marikana Massacre in South Africa in August 2012 and at the involvement of Lonmin, a London-based and listed company, in that massacre; urges the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to call on the Government …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
20th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
EU CITIZENS AND THE PRIME MINISTER'S COMMENTS TO THE CBI CONFERENCE
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the Prime Minister's use of the phrase jumping the queue during her speech to the CBI conference on 19 November 2018 to describe EU citizens living and working in the UK; believes that the use of this phrase incorrectly implies that EU citizens exercising their rights …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
UNITED NATIONS REPORT ON EXTREME POVERTY IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House condemns the immoral widespread extreme poverty in the UK as detailed by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights; observes the central role played by this UK Government, particularly by the DWP, in deepening this ongoing poverty crisis since 2010 through ideological social …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
DEAL ON KIRKUK OIL BETWEEN IRAQ AND THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House warmly welcomes an initial deal between the federal Government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), as urged by the UK and others, that will allow 50-100,000 barrels per day of stranded oil in Kirkuk to be exported via the KRG pipeline to Turkey and the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
TREATMENT OF EU CITIZENS SINCE THE EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its concern for the status and identity of EU citizens living in the UK; notes that since the referendum on the UK leaving the EU, many EU citizens in the UK have felt increasingly unwelcome; further notes worrying reports of increased harassment; is concerned at figures …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
15th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
VIOLENT CRIME
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes that Britain is experiencing sharply rising violent crime, particularly knife crime; further notes that police officer numbers have been cut across the UK and that police stations have been closed in unprecedented numbers; notes that hon. Members are regularly reporting increased fear and insecurity among the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd November 2018
THREATS TO ASIA BIBI AND THE SUPREME COURT JUSTICES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the acquittal of Asia Bibi and the steps taken by the Supreme Court of Pakistan; condemns the subsequent threats to her and the Supreme Court Justices' lives; calls for the strikes, consequential anarchy, and damage to the property of citizens by extremists to immediately cease; expresses …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018
BRAZILIAN PRESIDENT
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is alarmed by the election of far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro as Brazil's president; notes his support for the former dictatorship in Brazil and his remarks that it should have killed tens of thousands of more people; further notes his statements in favour of torture and extrajudicial police …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018
SUBSIDIES FOR BIOMASS ELECTRICITY GENERATION
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses its concern that renewable energy subsidies for electricity generated from biomass, most of which is generated using imported wood pellets, are resulting in energy bill-payers paying for expensive, high-carbon electricity; notes that burning wood to generate electricity is a high-carbon power source; further notes that burning …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th November 2018
KURDISH REGIONS ATTACK
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses its deep concern that on 27 October 2018, Turkish forces launched a series of attacks against villages west of Kobane and in Gire Spi in Northern Syria; condemns these attacks, the impact on the civilian population of these villages and, in particular, the killing of a …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
UNCONDITIONAL ASYLUM FOR ASIA BIBI
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House condemns the threats made to Asia Bibi and her family's lives following her acquittal by the Supreme Court of Pakistan in a blasphemy trial; recognises that Britain's commitment to freedom of religious expression, for those of all faiths and none, is one of our most important values; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
13th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE SERVICE
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned at the current proposals to transfer the governance of the West Midlands Fire Service from the Fire Authority to the West Midlands Combined Authority; calls for stronger democratic structures for decision-making where governance of a fire service is given over to a combined authority; outlines …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
13th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
WORLD DIABETES DAY ON 14 NOVEMBER 2018
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2018 where millions of people around the world come together to raise awareness of diabetes including the 4.6 million who have been diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and 425 million that are estimated to suffer from diabetes worldwide; commends …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
12th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th November 2018
EUROPEAN SUPER LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House acknowledges recent reports in Die Spiegel newspaper that association football clubs in the UK are planning to break away from UEFA Champions League and form a new group that would be known as the European Super League; expresses concern at these plans and the damaging effect it …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS, LEARNING DISABILITIES AND AUTISM
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House expresses deep concern at the long-term detention of large numbers of people with learning disabilities and autism in assessment and treatment units and other inpatient facilities; notes that people who are trapped in institutional care often suffer routine breaches of their human rights, including regular seclusion, the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
ATTACKS ON CHRISTIANS IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns, in the strongest terms, the IS terrorists attacks on Christians in Egypt that resulted in seven deaths and 11 wounded; offers sincere sympathies to all of those killed and injured and their families; and reaffirms the Government’s determination to stand alongside the Egyptian Government to defeat …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS FOR HEALTHY HOMES AND BUILDINGS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the launch of Building our Future Laying the Foundations for Healthy Homes and Building White Paper produced by the All Party Parliamentary Group for Healthy Homes and Buildings and notes the weight of evidence received and recommendations made, which make clear that healthier homes and buildings …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
1st November 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018
LOCAL DEMOCRACY IN KURDISTAN
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its grave concern that the Turkish Minister of the Interior has suspended from duty 103 village and 156 neighbourhood mukhtars, elected local community heads, without recourse to appropriate and required legal process; notes that those suspensions are justified on unproven grounds of association with terrorism; further …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 5th November 2018
MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with alarm that in the period 2010-11 to 2019-20, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service will experience a 50 per cent real terms reduction in Government grant; further notes that this will lead to a reduction in the Authority's revenue budget from £73.6 million to £59.9 million, …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 5th November 2018
CROWN POST OFFICE CLOSURE AND PRIVATISATION
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House is deeply concerned by the recent announcement that 74 Crown post offices will be closed and franchised to WHSmith, which will mean a total loss of 60 per cent of Crown offices since 2013; notes the use of public funds to finance the closure and franchise programme …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
31st October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS
Tabled by:
Mark Hendrick (Labour (Co-op) - Preston)
That this House notes the 20th anniversary of the implementation of the European Parliament's Donnelly Report, which introduced the toughest car crash standards in the world and has saved more than 78,000 lives across the EU since its enforcement; commends the Report's expertly crafted technical specifications for crash tests, which …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
31st October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
CHESS
Tabled by:
Rachel Reeves (Labour - Leeds West and Pudsey)
That this House congratulates the England chess team on its recent success at the Chess Olympiad and welcomes the staging of the World Chess Championship in London, beginning in November 2018; recognises the social and intellectual benefits, for all children across the social spectrum, of learning chess at a young …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
31st October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
YEMEN PEACE TALKS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the call made by US Defense Secretary James Mattis and Secretary of State Luke Pompeo for a ceasefire in Yemen's civil war and the commitment to peace talks within 30 days; supports the idea of an immediate ceasefire in the conflict; notes that after three years …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
TEAM EUROPE WIN DISABLED RYDER CUP
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Team Europe's golfers with disabilities who have just returned from Florida, USA having defeated the US Team in the Disabled Ryder Cup event running from 15 to 17 October 2018; agrees that this was a wonderful opportunity to promote golf for people with disabilities; and notes …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st November 2018
PFI AND PPP CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House welcomes the commitment given by the Chancellor of the Exchequer that no further private finance initiatives (PFI) and public private partnerships (PPP) contracts will be entered into by the current Government; records that PFI and PPP was devised by the Treasury as an accounting mechanism to keep …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
TRAVEL BAN ON STEPHEN YAXLEY-LENNON
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House notes that an invitation has been issued to Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, to speak at events in Washington DC on 14 November 2018; further notes that these invitations have been issued by anti-Muslim think tanks the Middle East Forum and the David Horowitz Freedom …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
ROAD SAFETY WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes National Road Safety Week 2018 running from 19 to 25 November 2018 co-ordinated by Brake, the road safety charity; further welcomes the fact that thousands of community groups, schools, emergency services, hospitals, voluntary sector organisations and leading companies will be holding events as part of the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
FAMINE AND CHOLERA IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, which has deepened since the outbreak of civil war in March 2015; further notes that since the beginning of the conflict over 50,000 civilians have died, over 13 million people are at risk of starvation and 20 million …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
30th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
WILDLIFE PROTECTION IN NEPAL
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises the tremendous success of the Government of Nepal in countering poaching, with no loss of rhinos to poaching and only one human-wildlife conflict over the last four years with a doubling in the number of tigers since 2009; further recognises that this coincides with a period …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
LEICESTER CITY FC
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House conveys its sympathy to the family of Leicester City FC owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha on his death and to the other people who are also grieving; thanks Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha for the success he brought to Leicester City FC and for the contribution that he made to Leicester University, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
29th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
DELSIE GAYLE AND RYANAIR
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes the entirely unprovoked and racist verbal attack on Ms Delsie Gayle onboard a Ryanair flight from Barcelona to London; further notes that Ryanair failed to move the perpetrator but instead moved Ms Gayle to another seat; points out that Ryanair have still not contacted Ms Gayle …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 2018
FIXED ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House considers that the excessive receipt of taxation on losses by users of Fixed Odds Betting Terminals is no justification for allowing stakes above £2 for longer than April 2019.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st November 2018
PUBLIC OWNERSHIP OF WATER IN ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House recognises the great strength of public anger at the behaviour of England's private water companies; notes that contrary to the claims of the water industry, a recent paper published by Greenwich University's Public Services International Research Unit has found that private water shareholders have benefited from £56 …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
29th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 31st October 2018
EATING DISORDER DIAGNOSIS
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House believes that access to a diagnosis and treatment for eating disorders should not just depend on an individual's weight and fully supports the Dump the Scales campaign for earlier intervention and support before people hit crisis point; recognises the need for a focus by General Practitioners on …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 26th October 2018
DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses its grave concern that the Turkish Minister .of the Interior has suspended from duty 103 village and 156 neighbourhood mukhtars (elected local community heads) without recourse to appropriate and required legal process; notes that these suspensions are justified on unproven grounds of association with terrorism; further …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th October 2018
US PRESIDENTIAL RESPONSE TO ASSAULT ON JOURNALIST
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House acknowledges the reported comments of President Trump regarding an incident where a US Congressman pleaded guilty to assaulting a reporter; deplores the increase in biased, vindictive agenda-setting reporting and other similar types of behavior which is becoming more commonplace in the UK by a small number of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
23rd October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th 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
23rd October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
US WITHDRAWAL FROM INTERMEDIATE RANGE NUCLEAR FORCES TREATY
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned by the announcement on 20 October 2018 by the US President of the decision to withdraw the US from the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF); notes that withdrawal from the INF will serve to undermine international attempts to curb nuclear proliferation; further notes that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND DISABLED CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern that, under universal credit, at least 100,000 families with disabled children will be worse off by some £1,750 per year; notes that this is due to the lower rate of child disability addition being set at £29.10 per week, representing a 54 per cent …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 26
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
MURDER OF JAMAL KHASHOGGI
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns the alleged torture and murder of Washington Post journalist, Jamal Khashoggi by the Saudi Arabian regime at its consulate in Turkey on 2 October 2018; regrets the increase in censorship against journalists in authoritarian nations as outlined by Mr Khashoggi in his last Washington Post article …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
GLOBAL DISABILITY SUMMIT COMMITMENTS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of disability inclusive development; acknowledges progress made at the Global Disability Summit co-hosted by the Governments of the UK and Kenya and the International Disability Alliance on 24 July 2018, and the importance of commitments made to ensure people with disabilities are empowered across …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 9
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
18th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
SAUDI ARABIA AND VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned about Saudi Arabia’s on-going violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law; acknowledges that serious and systematic violations are being committed by all parties to the conflict in Yemen; notes with alarm that since 2015 the Saudi-led coalition has reportedly undertaken 18,000 airstrikes, one-third …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 58
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
THE MISSELLING OF TIMESHARES
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is concerned that the sale of membership of timeshare schemes and products often involves practices which are psychologically manipulative, use misleading information and unfairly exploit vulnerable, often elderly, consumers, leading to those consumers taking out very expensive borrowing commitments which they cannot afford; notes that the sale …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Reclaim Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
THE POSITION OF KURDS IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House expresses its relief that relations between the Kurds in Iraq and the federal Government in Baghdad appear to be improving after the failed attempt to blockade and dissolve the Kurdistan Regional Government following its people's overwhelming support for the principle of negotiated independence in a referendum in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
CONSULTATION ON VALUE FOR MONEY FOR NUCLEAR POWER
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the National Audit Office conclusion on Hinkley C that the Government committed electricity consumers and taxpayers to a high cost and risky deal in a changing energy marketplace and that under the 35-year contract, EDF is guaranteed a price of £92.50 per MWh it generates, twice …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
15th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
CHALLENGE POVERTY WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Challenge Poverty Week 2018, which took place from the 1 to 5 October 2018; pays thanks to the many organisations taking part in anti-poverty work across the UK; acknowledges that there are many vital organisations available to help those who may be in need and thanks …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th October 2018
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
PATHOLOGICAL DEMAND AVOIDANCE (PDA)
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House commends the PDA Society and other PDA campaigners for their Call To Action campaign to raise awareness, recognition and understanding of the Pathological Demand Avoidance profile of autism; and supports their calls for Autism Boards, local authorities and clinical commissioning groups to issue a position statement to …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
ANTHONY NOLAN TRUST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work undertaken by the charity Anthony Nolan in providing the Anthony Nolan register which matches potential stem donors with those who need it most; further notes the need for more men aged 16 to 30 of all ethnicities to register as a donor given …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
18th October 2018
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018
SEAFARER JOBS ON OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSELS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the planned merger in the US of offshore supply vessel (OSV) operators Gulfmark and Tidewater would create the world's largest OSV company; further notes that Gulfmark currently operate 30 British registered OSVs representing the last source of major employment for up to 300 UK seafarer …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018
FORCED REPATRIATION OF TEACHERS FROM PAKISTAN TO TURKEY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the Turkish Government's demand for the forced repatriation of some 285 Turkish teachers and their families living legally in Pakistan; notes that many teachers have been illegally returned by the Pakistani Government and have faced arbitrary arrest, detention and even torture by Turkish authorities; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018
FRACKING PROTESTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the conviction and imprisonment of three anti-fracking protesters for causing a public nuisance whilst taking non-violent direct action to try to prevent the extraction of shale gas by Cuadrilla at Preston New Road, Lancashire; further notes that shale gas is a fossil fuel and that the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018
INVESTMENT IN FURTHER EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution which further education colleges make to the education system and economy; notes with concern the recent report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies which shows that spending per student in further education has fallen by eight per cent in real terms since …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th October 2018
HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House recognises the increasing challenges to the health and wellbeing of children and young people today; notes that 20 per cent of English pupils aged 10 and 11 are now classed as obese; notes that the number of girls treated for attempting an overdose rose more than tenfold …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
FUNDING FOR SIXTH FORM COLLEGES
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with great concern the report by London Economics which highlights the effects of the Government's freeze on sixth form funding combined with increases in running costs; further notes that in order to increase student services for physical and mental health, protect minority subjects such as modern …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th October 2018
WOLVERCOTE YOUNG PEOPLE'S CLUB AND FUNDING FOR YOUTH SERVICES
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House congratulates the Wolvercote Young People's Club which has been providing services for the community in North Oxford for nearly 80 years; notes with concern that due to Government and Oxfordshire County Council funding cuts and increases in rent Wolvercote Young People's Club trustees, volunteers, parents and the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
DRUG DEATHS (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes that there were 3,756 deaths relating to drug poisoning in England and Wales in 2017; further notes that this is the highest number on record; is alarmed that deaths due to Fentanyl and cocaine continue to rise; and calls on the Government to take urgent action …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th October 2018
BABY LOSS AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Baby Loss Awareness Week 2018 which runs from 8 to 15 October, when it culminates in Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day; acknowledges that stillbirth, miscarriage and infant loss is a tragedy which governments in Scotland and across the UK must work to prevent; is heartened …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th October 2018
SUBSIDIES FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATED FROM BIOMASS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House expresses its concern that renewable energy subsidies for electricity generated from biomass are resulting in damaging impacts diametrically opposite to intended policy outcomes for which those subsidies were instituted; notes that biomass damages forests and biodiversity, pollutes communities in source countries and at home and makes climate …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
FREE BRITISH PASSPORT UPGRADE
Tabled by:
Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham)
That this House believes that leaving the EU gives the UK a unique opportunity to restore its national identity; supports the Government's announcement that passports will return to their traditional, iconic blue and gold design; and encourages the Government to offer free replacements to the first 10,000 British applicants.
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
INDEPENDENT BAILIFF REGULATOR
Tabled by:
Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House is shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Jerome Rogers, a young bicycle courier who, after being aggressively pursued by bailiffs, felt driven to take his own life; notes the evidence from Citizens Advice of poor treatment at the hands of bailiffs across the UK; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
AGRICULTURE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Environment and Rural Affairs (Miscellaneous Revocations) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 739), dated 19 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 June, be revoked.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
12th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
PUBLICATION OF PARENTAL LEAVE AND PAY POLICIES
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with concern that 54,000 women lose their jobs each year because of pregnancy and maternity discrimination; recognises that greater transparency on parental leave and pay would reduce the risk of discrimination during recruitment and would incentivise employers to offer more generous parental pay; and calls upon …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th October 2018
TEACHERS EXPRESSING POLITICAL VIEWS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House does not agree with the recent decision by the Department for Education to update its advice to schools to suggest that teachers should not express political views; believes that teachers have a right and even a responsibility to raise concerns about the impact of funding cuts on …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
12th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
ANIMALS
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Cattle Compensation (England) (Amendment) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 754), dated 21 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 25 June, be annulled.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
12th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
PROTECTION FOR HOMEBUYERS
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House notes with concern the problems homebuyers have experienced with developers including Persimmon Homes, Jones Homes, Taylor Wimpey, Bellway and others which have left many homeowners with unsafe and uninhabitable properties; expresses concern at the inadequate response by these developers when they are made aware of these problems; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
THE REFILL SCHEME
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Refill Scheme, a national tap water campaign which identifies registered refill stations where members of the public can fill up a reusable bottle with free tap water in order to reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles; notes that, in the UK, 11,000 plastic bottles …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
FULL FUNDING OF TEACHERS' PAY AWARD
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls on the Government to meet the full cost to schools of the pay increases to teachers announced by the Government in response to the recommendations of the School Teachers' Review Body; recognises that the vast majority of school budgets have faced real-terms budget cuts over the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
FRACKING AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the huge impact that fracking has on local communities; further notes the lack of consultation undertaken with local residents when national fracking decisions are made; rejects the Government 's National Planning Policy Framework which neglects the voices of local people who completely oppose it; and calls …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
WORLD ALZHEIMER'S MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises World Alzheimer's Month puts on record thanks to all of those involved in its research to provide a cure and wishes them every success in its research; calls upon the Department for Health and Social Care to continue to fund and assist universities and bodies that …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
100 HEROINES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House recognises the work of The Royal Photographic Society in initiating its Hundred Heroines: Celebrating Women in Photography Today campaign, which is an international campaign to highlight inspirational women in photography on the centenary year of women's suffrage and redefine the status of women in contemporary photography; recognises …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
HOME HEMODIALYSIS
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House notes there are currently over 63,000 people in the UK who have renal replacement therapy (RRT), a treatment which replaces nonendocrine kidney function in patients with renal failure, and over 28,000 receive dialysis every year, putting further pressure on an already overstretched NHS; recognises that, according to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
9th October 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th October 2018
BADGERS TENNIS CLUB
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House celebrates the importance of independent tennis clubs for their contribution to community life, fitness and in their role in developing tennis stars of the future; expresses its great concern that one of the country's oldest tennis clubs, Badgers in Brighton, faces imminent closure as a result of …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018
END DEGRADING TREATMENT OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN BAHRAIN
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House deplores the degrading treatment of political prisoners in Bahrain; is appalled by the inhuman conditions of detention facilities as described by the UN Human Rights Committee in July 2018, particularly in Jau prison, including unsanitary conditions, severe overcrowding, inadequate access to drinking water and unhygienic toilet facilities; …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018
US-UK FULBRIGHT COMMISSION 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Greg Knight (Conservative - East Yorkshire)
That this House notes that 22 September 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the treaty which established the US-UK Fulbright Commission, responsible for delivering the Fulbright awards to American and British grantees; recognises the achievement of the US-UK programme which has seen more than 12,750 UK nationals …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
10th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018
IRANIAN ATTACK ON CAMP INSIDE THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House strongly condemns the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corp's bombardment of an Iranian Kurdish refugee and political camp in Koya, which is within the borders of the officially recognised Kurdistan Region in Iraq and 200km from Iran; notes that the six ground-to-ground missiles accompanied by a drone were designed …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th September 2018
FRACKING
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that Sussex's picturesque countryside faces a persistent threat of environmental degradation and air pollution as a result of fracking for shale gas; calls on the Government to immediately cease the issuing of permits for the development and expansion of shale gas fracking; agrees that new thinking …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th September 2018
RESTORATION OF WORK ALLOWANCE ELEMENT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House notes that one of the founding principles of universal credit was to make work pay; and therefore calls on the Government to return to this original principle by restoring the work allowance element to its original level, before funding for it was cut by around £3 billion …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th September 2018
RADIOTHERAPY PROVISION IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that one in two people in the UK now develop cancer at some point in their lives; recognises radiotherapy is needed in approximately 50 per cent of cancer cases; further recognises that radiotherapy receives only five per cent of the NHS cancer budget; regrets that the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th September 2018
SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Youth Parliament's Right Here, Right Now campaign on young people's rights; understands that the aim of the campaign is to ensure that the rights of young people living in Scotland must be upheld, respected and taken into account in the nation's decision-making; notes that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th September 2018
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018
RETURN OF EBOLA MEDALS
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House applauds the decision of Helena Robinson, a postdoctoral research officer at Bangor University, who, along with 19 colleagues on 24 July 2018 handed back medals to the Government that had been awarded for work in Sierra Leone during the ebola outbreak; supports the decision to return these …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
YEMEN PEACE TALKS 6 SEPTEMBER 2018
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the efforts made by Martin Griffiths, the UN Special Envoy to Yemen in convening peace talks in Geneva beginning on 6 September 2018; notes that 22.2 million Yemenis countrywide are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance and that nine million are on the brink of famine; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN'S HOSPICES IN ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House notes that across England, 40,000 babies,·children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions rely on palliative care to enhance their quality of life, manage symptoms and provide their families with much needed help and rest; expects demand for children's palliative care to grow as the number …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the decision of the US Administration to end its funding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which amounts to a reduction of nearly a third of UNRWA's operating budget; believes that such a move takes the Middle East further away from …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
24th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
ISRAEL'S NATION STATE LAW
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes with concern the Nation State Law passed in the Israeli Knesset by just 62 votes to 55; further notes this law enshrines the concept that Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish people as a basic law and alters the application of the Basic Law on …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
FOREIGN NATIONAL VISAS IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House expresses concern over reports that the Israeli Government is increasingly refusing to renew the residency permits and visas of foreign nationals who live and work in the Palestinian Territories; affirms the view that foreign nationals must be granted access to visit, travel and live in the Palestinian …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th September 2018
YOUTH SERVICES
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House acknowledges the importance of youth services as a vital component of lifelong learning and civil society; notes that youth work provides many opportunities to support and extend the formal education curriculum, raises self esteem, promotes the development of communication skills and helps young people explore boundaries between …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
NEW MEDICINE FOR NEUROBLASTOMA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the decision by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to recommend dinutuximab beta for the treatment of children with high-risk neuroblastoma; praises the collaborative and flexible approach of all parties including NICE, EUSA Pharma, Solving Kids' Cancer, Neuroblastoma UK, the Children's Cancer and …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
SUNDAY POLITICS PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House notes the recently-made decision by the BBC to cancel the Sunday Politics television show in its current form and the wider cuts made to the news and current affairs section as a result of wider savings the Corporation is undertaking; recognises the importance of high-quality journalism to …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
HUNTING ON NATIONAL TRUST LAND
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned at reports that illegal hunting continues to take place on National Trust land under the guise of trail hunting; notes the evidence of unopposed trespassing of staghound packs on National Trust land to engage in stag hunting; is further concerned by the potential disturbance to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th November 2017
83 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 20
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
16th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th July 2018
BENEFIT TO THE UK OF EU STUDENTS STUDYING IN UK UNIVERSITIES
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the immense benefits to the UK of EU students studying at UK universities; welcomes the educational and wider community contribution these students bring; further welcomes the net economic benefit of each EU student studying in the UK at £68,000 per student and the estimated £5.1 billion …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
10th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 16th July 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND BANKING ID
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House views with concern the problems currently experienced by many vulnerable universal credit (UC) applicants, particularly those in hostel accommodation and living with mental health problems, providing acceptable ID to banks for the purposes of establishing a bank account which is a condition of receipt of UC; notes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th July 2018
FIREFIGHTERS IN ARFON
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses gratitude for all the firefighters who are battling the forest fire in Braichmelyn, near Bethesda, Gwynedd and the mountain fire at Mynydd Cilgwyn in Carmel; praises firefighters from across Arfon for their endless hard work in the face of mounting pressure on the service; expresses thanks …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th July 2018
MANDATORY FORTIFICATION OF FLOUR WITH FOLIC ACID
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes the intake of folic acid has been proven to reduce the number of pregnancies affected by neural tube defects, of which spina bifida is the most common; recognises that at least 81 countries fortify flour with folic acid, including the US, Canada and Australia, and not …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
6th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 6th July 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution Colombian human rights lawyers make to advocate for victims' rights, justice, truth, and accountability within the context of the armed conflict; supports the Peace Agreement between the Colombian Government and the FARC, as signed in Havana, Cuba in November 2016; welcomes and encourages …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th July 2018
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY-LED HOUSING PROJECTS WITHIN HOUSING LEGISLATION
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House expresses support for the creation of legislative exemptions for community-led housing projects within proposed housing measures that would unnecessarily hinder their progress; acknowledges the specific needs such housing schemes require within the law in order to be successful; and considers their creation a legitimate potential solution to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th July 2018
OPPOSITION TO ONGOING SUPPRESSION OF FREEDOM OF SPEECH IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House is concerned with the ongoing suppression of freedom of speech in Egypt, with the crackdown on access to social media, the curtailment of democratic rights and the detention of human rights defender, Amal Fathy, for voicing her experiences of sexual harassment; notes ongoing failings by the Egyptian …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
MICROPLASTIC POLLUTION
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes with concern that microplastic pollution is potentially more environmentally damaging than larger pieces of plastic because small pieces of plastic are more likely to be eaten by wildlife and have a greater surface area which can transfer chemicals to and from the marine environment; welcomes the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
FIREFIGHTERS IN DWYFOR MEIRIONNYDD
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House expresses gratitude for all the firefighters who battled grass gorse fires in Talsarnau and Llandecwyn over the last weekend in June 2018; praises firefighters from across Dwyfor Meirionnydd for their endless hard work in the face of mounting pressure on the service; notes the importance of retaining …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
28th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY FLEET SOLID SUPPORT SHIPS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House regrets the decision by the Government to tender the contract for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Fleet Solid Support ships internationally; contends that these vessels should be treated as warships given the expectation that they will be armed with Phalanx close-range guns and other weaponry; recognises the practice …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
QUALIFICATION OF WOMEN ACT 1918
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes that 21 November 2018 will be the centenary of the Qualification of Women Act when women were first allowed to stand for Parliament; recognises that this is a great cause for celebration, being a considerable step forward for British democracy; further notes that over the last …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
CONFIDENCE IN SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WALES
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House has no confidence in the Secretary of State for Wales; notes his inability to deliver two consecutive major infrastructure projects for Wales, despite manifesto promises, namely the cancellation of rail electrification on the South Wales Mainline and now the decision by the Government not to support the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
26th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
CO-OPERATIVES FORTNIGHT
Tabled by:
Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House notes that the UK Co-operative movement has grown in 2017 to now boasting a combined annual turnover of £36.1 billion owned by 13.1 million members and 234,577 employees; further notes that co-operatives in the UK span across a wide range of sectors from agriculture to arts and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
MEDICINAL CANNABIS LICENSING
Tabled by:
Tonia Antoniazzi (Labour - Gower)
That this House welcomes the establishment of a new All Party Parliamentary Group on Medicinal Cannabis on 10 July 2018; notes with concern the initial failure to licence medicinal cannabis products needed by patients to treat epilepsy and other conditions, as recently demonstrated by the cases of six year old …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
26th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
SANDS (STILLBIRTH AND NEONATAL DEATH CHARITY) AWARENESS MONTH 2018
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that this is SANDS (Stillbirth and neonatal death charity) Awareness Month 2018; expresses sincere sympathy to those who grieve the loss of their child at this time; further notes that often the causes of death are unknown, which is an extra anguish to the bereaved parents; …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
26th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Staffordshire (Fire and Rescue Authority) Order 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 696), dated 6 June 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 8 June, be annulled.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
MEDICINAL CANNABIS
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House welcomes the decision made by the Home Secretary on 16 June 2018 to provide a temporary licence to Billy Caldwell; notes that it was given on the basis of emergency medical need; further notes that it calls into question the rationality of cannabis being assigned to schedule …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
BACKDATING PIP FOR YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is aware that around 4,000 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer every year; recognises that young people must spend an average £360 a month extra during active cancer treatment, while families of children with cancer travel an additional 440 miles per month to access specialist …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
CLOSURE OF FREE TO USE ATMS
Tabled by:
Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that LINK, the manager of the UK's free-to-use ATM network, proposes to cut the interchange rate fee the method by which ATMs are funded, by 20 per cent over the next four years; further notes that the first five per cent cut is to be implemented …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
20th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
GYPSY TRAVELLER AND ROMA HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the value of the Gypsy Traveller and Roma Community through Gypsy Traveller and Roma History month; expresses its grave concern at the statements of the Foreign Minister of Italy regarding deporting en-masse the Roma community of Italy; and calls on the Secretary of State for Foreign …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
HOUSE OF LORDS ABOLITION AND REPLACEMENT
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House calls on the Government to allow sufficient time for a debate and vote on the House of Lords (Abolition and Replacement) Bill; and supports the main provision within the Bill to abolish the House of Lords and make provision for its replacement by a Senate a quarter …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
20th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART AND O2 ABC FIRE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House expresses deep regret and sadness at the devastating fire which severely damaged the Glasgow School of Art and the O2 ABC music menu on the evening of 15 June 2018; pays tribute to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland, the Salvation Army, and all who …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
SEAFARERS AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes Seafarers Awareness Week 2018, 23 to 30 June 2018, and its theme of UK maritime employment opportunities; recognises the socioeconomic and strategic value of the UK's traditional role as a centre of maritime employment, training and skills; further welcomes the 18 per cent growth in the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
DEFENCE FIRE AND RESCUE PROJECT CONTRACT AND MOD CONTINGENT LIABILITY
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House strongly objects to the awarding of the Defence Fire and Rescue Project contract to Capita Business Services; notes the recent decision of the Government to strip the same company of a £400 million maintenance contract due to significant concerns raised by the National Audit Office; believes that …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
TACKLING THE ROOT CAUSES OF SHOP THEFT
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House notes with concern new research from the report of the Centre for Social Justice, entitled Desperate for a Fix, which estimates that there were 38 million incidents of shop theft in 2017 costing £6.3 billion which has considerable impact on retailers and their staff; further notes the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House commends the commitment, bravery and dedication shown by prison officers, who face challenging, dangerous and physically demanding working conditions on a daily basis; notes that the Prisons Act 1952 confirms that a serving prison officer shall have all the powers, authority, protection and privileges of a police …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
14th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
RECYCLING OF PAPER COFFEE AND TEA CUPS
Tabled by:
Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House welcomes the recycling initiative for paper coffee and tea cups launched by the Paper Cup Alliance, Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment and the wider supply chain in January 2018; notes the industry's ambition to create a Great Britain-wide collection infrastructure and the scheme's recent expansion …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
14th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
US MAGNITSKY RULE OF LAW ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2012
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that, following the US Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012, as a result of their role in the death of Sergei Magnitsky and as a result of other murders linked to the Russian state, Artyom Kuznetsov, Pavel Karpov, Oleg F. Silchenko, Olga Stepanova, Yelena …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
SUPPORTING DISABLED CHILDREN IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the horrors of the ongoing civil war in Syria that has killed over 300,000 civilians and displaced millions of Syrian citizens including children; acknowledges forthcoming research from Syria Relief, which has identified over 10,000 Syrian children with disabilities; notes the report found that out of the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
12th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FISHERMEN'S ORGANISATIONS
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes the role of National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations in representing the fishing industry in England, Wales and Northern Ireland; supports their Fair Fishing campaign that aims to revive coastal communities and build the fishing industry for future generations; acknowledges their members' commitment to sustainability; and calls …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th June 2018
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
HEALTH INEQUALITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND AUTISM
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the health inequalities that exist for people with learning disabilities and autism, including inequalities in primary healthcare; understands that health inequalities lead to reduced life expectancy for people with learning disabilities and autism; welcomes learning disability and autism provider Dimensions' campaign #MyGPandMe to encourage the use …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th June 2018
UKRAINIAN TRADES UNIONS AND ARCELORMITTAL
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned by the situation in Ukraine, with continued social inequality, hoarding of wealth by oligarchs, the burden of debt to the west and difficulties caused by Russian aggression; welcomes the united campaign for justice for working people by the Ukrainian trades union movement in the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
PARIS HUMANITARIAN CONFERENCE ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the decision made by the French President Emmanuel Macron to call for a Humanitarian Conference on Yemen, in Paris on 27 June 2018; notes that 22 million Yemenis are currently in need of urgent humanitarian assistance; further notes the joint non-governmental letter of 4 June 2018 …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
PROCESSIONS AND THE CONTRIBUTION OF THE SUFFRAGETTES
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes that 10 June 2018 will see tens of thousands of women, girls and those who identify as women or non-binary taking part in PROCESSIONS, a mass participation artwork taking place simultaneously in Edinburgh, Cardiff, London and Belfast to mark 100 years of some women getting the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
5th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
POST OFFICE COUNTER SERVICE IN MEMBERS' LOBBY
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House greatly values the service, over decades, of the Post Office counter staff in the Members' Lobby Post Office; views with concern the proposal to shut down the counter service in that Office; regrets that hon. Members have not had this properly drawn to their attention; acknowledges that …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
MODERNISING DEFENCE PROGRAMME AND TRIDENT NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the Government has launched the Modernising Defence Programme (MDP) to review UK defence priorities; expresses disappointment that the MDP will not consider the UK's commitment to the Trident nuclear weapons system, nor its affordability, safety or strategic relevance; highlights that the estimated costs of the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
4th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
REGULATORY ACTION ON THE FINANCIAL RISKS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the profound impact that climate change is having across the world; is concerned following the recent warning from the Governor of the Bank of England that climate change could have a catastrophic impact on the global financial system; welcomes the recent report by the UK Sustainable …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
4th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TUC
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the world's first TUC being founded on 2 June 1868 at the headquarters of the Manchester Mechanics Institute; commends the dedication of trades unionists across the UK who have collectively contributed to the success and …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
CYSTIC FIBROSIS TRUST CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House commends the efforts of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in campaigning for access to the precision medicine Orkambi; recognises that the campaign has been ongoing for nearly three years; further recognises the urgency of the situation as every month that passes is critical for people with cystic fibrosis; …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 14
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
4th June 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
SAFE STANDING IN FOOTBALL STADIUMS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes the decision of Oxford United Football Club to consider introducing safe standing areas at the Kassam Stadium; notes that the proposals have received support from the majority of the Oxford United Safety Advisory Group; believes that safe standing areas can offer supporters more choice, a better …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
24th May 2018
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
FRACKING IN THE FORMER COALFIELD AREAS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
This this House welcomes the contribution of Professor Emeritus Peter Styles of Keele University, past-President of the Geological Society and formerly advisor on fracking seismology to Prime Minister David Cameron and the Department for the Environment and Climate Change on his new report presented to the Yorkshire Geological Society on …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
POINTS OF LIGHT AWARD FOR DRUGS IN BREASTMILK HELPLINE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the announcement that Dr Wendy Jones, founder of the Breastfeeding Network's Drugs in Breastmilk helpline, has received a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister's Office; understands that the Drugs in Breastmilk helpline, which was established by Dr Jones over 20 years ago, helps over …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
UK ARMS EXPORTS TO ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes with concern that UK licences have been granted in the past two years for the export to Israel of categories of arms and arms components including sniper and assault rifles, pistols, weapon sights, targeting equipment, ammunition for small arms and grenades, smoke canisters, tanks, combat and …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
TEACHERS' PAY
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes that the School Teachers' Pay Review Body is likely to make its 2018 recommendations to the Government in the near future; believes that if that body recommends an increase in pay for teachers that Her Majesty's Government must accept the recommendation in full and ensure that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
SUPPORT FOR DEMENTIA CHARITIES DURING DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House recognises that dementia is now the leading cause of death in the UK and has higher health and social care costs than cancer and chronic heart disease combined; acknowledges the heartbreak and misery caused by this disease and notes that by 2025 one million people in the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th June 2018
DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports Dementia Awareness Week which runs from 21 to 28 May 2018; thanks all of the charities which work to support dementia patients and their families and who raise awareness; recognises the hard work and endeavours that they make to bring about a change to the quality …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th May 2018
RBS AND WILLIAMS AND GLYN BANK BRANCH CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House condemns the decision of the majority state-owned RBS Group to close 162 branches, covering its RBS and Williams and Glyn brands; notes that those closures bring the total number of local bank branch closures to over 1,750 since 2014; further notes that such closures are expected to …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
21st May 2018
48 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 21st May 2018
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA AND BIPHOBIA
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT); understands that the date of 17 May was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization's decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder; believes that IDAHOT unites the LGBTI community against discrimination and highlights …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th May 2018
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
16th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st May 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING - WQ 131746
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care guidance, entitled NHS patient, visitor and staff car parking principles; further notes that the guidance suggests specifically that NHS organisations should work with public transport providers to make sure that users can get to the site as conveniently as …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND LACK OF CONCILIATION AT ACAS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) working for the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) face unmanageable workloads and steps to downgrade other aspects of their work; considers it ironic that the very service responsible for mediating disputes about workplace relations …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
DEATH OF PALESTINIAN PROTESTERS ON 14 MAY 2018
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House unreservedly and unequivocally condemns the brutal actions of the Israeli Government in Gaza on 14 May 2018; recognises the decision by President Trump to move the US Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem as a deliberately inflammatory and dangerous act that has only served to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
14th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
FEES FOR REGISTERING CHILDREN AS BRITISH CITIZENS
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House believes that tens of thousands of children born and living in the UK and entitled to register as British citizens under the British Nationality Act 1981 are nevertheless undocumented and therefore unable to acces public services, social security, private rented accommodation, the labour market and many other …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NAKBA
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes that 15 May 2018 marks 70 years since the Nakba catastrophe in which more than 750,000 Palestinians fled or were expelled from their homes; further notes that Palestinian refugees' right of return as recognised by UN Resolution 194 has been blocked by successive Israeli governments; notes …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
CLEANING PRODUCTS SAFETY
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes research by the Department of Clinical Science at Bergen University which shows that exposure to some cleaning products can be as damaging to lung function as smoking 20 cigarettes a day; further notes the occupational health risks faced by people who work as cleaners; expresses dissatisfaction …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates University of the Third Age (U3A), East Kilbride on celebrating its 10th anniversary; commends the work of the organisation in helping to bring together older members of our society to help share and gain knowledge; praises the dedication of its volunteers in helping to organise and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
VISIT OF TURKISH PRESIDENT RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the visit of the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the UK, in light of general elections now being held in Turkey whilst a state of emergency continues to be in place; notes in connection to this that the UN High Commissioner for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
INTERIM REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT
Tabled by:
Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House welcomes the publication of the interim report of the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act; notes with concern that there are over 45,000 detentions under the Mental Health Act every year, that detentions rose 47 per cent in the decade to 2015-16 and that Black African …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 17th May 2018
EX-CARILLION STAFF AT BRITISH MUSEUM
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes that the recent collapse of multinational company Carillion, which provided support services at the British Museum, is yet another example of why privatisation is not working for the culture sector; is concerned that the 100 staff on the British Museum contract are now being paid by …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th May 2018
UAE FORCES ON THE ISLAND OF SOCOTRA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House recognises the sovereignty of the Republic of Yemen over the Island of Socotra, Yemen; notes that Socotra is home to tens of thousands of Yemeni civilians and a unique biosphere with a host of Unesco-protected plants and animals and is one of four Yemeni sites on the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th May 2018
MCDONALD'S AND TAX TRANSPARENCY
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House House welcomes the publication of the Unhappier Meal report by a coalition of European and US trades unions detailing tax avoidance strategies pursued by the global fast food corporation McDonald's, which saw global sales reach $90 billion in 2017 alone; notes that the company's 2015 reorganisation saw …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th May 2018
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
22nd February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th May 2018
BIRDS REARED IN CAGES TO BE SHOT FOR SPORT
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport, and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Crossbench: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018
IRAN NUCLEAR DEAL
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned by the decision of 8 May 2018 by the President of the United States of America to withdraw the US from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and re-impose economic sanctions on the Islamic Republic of Iran; is disappointed that this decision was …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th March 2018
6 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018
CONSEQUENCES OF CANCELLATION OF CARDIFF TO SWANSEA RAIL ELECTRIFICATION
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House notes with dismay and disapprobation the decision to scrap the rail electrification programme between Cardiff and Swansea; further notes that the National Audit Office consider the decision to have been financially driven; rejects claims that bimodal trains could deliver similar benefits to electrification; believes that the decision …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018
POOR PERFORMANCE ON NORTHERN RAIL SERVICES
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes the Public Accounts Committee report into Rail Franchising in the UK which recognised that Passengers on the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise have suffered an appalling level of delays and cancellations since the franchise started in 2014 and that the franchising model is broken; further …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
27th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 10th May 2018
CENTRAL EQUINE DATABASE
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is concerned that when the Central Equine Database (CED) is fully launched that there will be no statutory obligation to enforce equine identification nor severe consequences for non-compliance; notes that the absence of equine identification allows situations of horses living at the absolute baseline of survival to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th May 2018
ABORTION CLINIC BUFFER ZONES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the persistent harassment, intimidation and targeting of people accessing and providing healthcare services at abortion clinics and pregnancy advisory bureaux; further notes repeated instances of women and staff being approached, recorded without their consent, followed and given false information about medical procedures; endorses the …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
PUB CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
This House notes that pubs are at the heart of communities across the UK; welcomes ongoing cross-party efforts to protect the British pub; acknowledges that an increasing number of pubs are diversifying in order to provide an ever more valuable and enjoyable offer to their customers; further notes that pubs …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
LOSS OF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE COVERAGE ON FREE TO AIR TELEVISION
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House is concerned that from next season there will be no football UEFA Champions League or Europa League highlights on any of the major free to air channels in the UK; notes that UEFA have decided to sell the rights exclusively to pay television providers in an increasing …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES - FREE AT THE POINT OF ACCESS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House is aware of the national charities and motoring organisations and hon. Members and their constituents who clearly support an end to car parking charges at NHS hospitals in England; recognises that the NHS was established to be free at the point of access; contends that extortionate car …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
REFERRAL OF BURMA TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Stepney)
That this House expresses concern that Min Aung Hlaing, Commander in Chief of the Burmese military, has paid no real price for the military offensive against the Rohingya which began in August 2017; notes that around 700,000 Rohingya have been forced to flee to Bangladesh, joining the more than 300,000 …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
THE RIGHT HON. LORD MICHAEL MARTIN OF SPRINGBURN AND PORT DUNDAS
Tabled by:
Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House expresses its deep regret and sadness at the death of the right hon. Lord Michael Martin of Springburn and Port Dundas; recognises that Michael had diligently represented the communities in the north-east of Glasgow as a Councillor and hon. Member for over three decades, spanning seven general …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
23rd April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th May 2018
GAMBLING AND CREDIT CARDS
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls on the Government to implement a total ban on the use of credit cards for all forms of gambling, online gambling in particular; further calls on the Government to understand that gambling in all its forms can destroy the lives of the people addicted to it …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
2nd May 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd May 2018
CHITTAGONG HILL TRACTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by the risks facing indigenous Jumma women in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) region of Bangladesh, the authorities' systematic failure either to prevent sexual and other violence or facilitate access to justice for survivors, and by the Bangladesh military's complicity in human rights abuses; notes …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th April 2018
JUDICIAL PROCESS AND COLOMBIA PEACE AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House notes with concern that Congressman-Elect Jesus Santrich of the Peoples' Alternative Revolutionary Force has been on hunger strike since his arrest on 9 April 2018 on allegations of conspiring to traffic drugs; welcomes the statement by the UN Verification Mission in Colombia outlining that the Special Jurisdiction …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
COHABITEES ENTITLEMENT TO BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT
Tabled by:
Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House calls for reform to extend Bereavement Support Payment to people who were cohabiting but were not married or in a civil partnership; considers that the current position is manifestly unfair and ignores the reality of modern day Britain where cohabiting couples account for approximately one in five …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018
IMMIGRATION
Tabled by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Detention Centre (Amendment) Rules 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 411), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
114 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 77
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
25th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018
IMMIGRATION
Tabled by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Immigration (Guidance on Detention of Vulnerable Persons) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 410), dated 22 March 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 27 March, be annulled.
118 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
24th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 27th April 2018
FREE HOSPITAL CAR PARKING IN SCOTLAND AND ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that free parking at NHS hospitals in Scotland has helped patients save over £25 million from 2008 to 2015; further notes that free parking at NHS hospitals in England could be as beneficial to patients as it is in Scotland; recognises that the NHS was established …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 27th April 2018
20th ANNIVERSARY OF REFUGEE WEEK
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Refugee Week which lasts from 18 to 24 June 2018; notes that the refugee crisis has uprooted almost 50 million children from their homes who are now vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and trafficking; further celebrates this year's message for Refugee Week, Different …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
28th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 26th April 2018
ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICE FUND
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the election of five disabled hon. Members on 8 June 2017, an increase of three on the 2015-2017 Parliament; notes that disabled people are still under-represented in the House, and in politics more widely; further notes that a strong democracy is an inclusive one, and that, …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th April 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with alarm grave on-going human rights violations in the Philippines; deplores public attacks and threats made by President Duterte on people attempting to gather evidence about such abuses; further notes with concern the petition submitted by the Philippine Department of Justice listing more than 600 people, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th April 2018
GENDER-NEUTRAL SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes that the adoption of a gender-neutral school uniform policy creates an environment in which everyone is accepted and students are not labelled by the clothing they wear; welcomes the growing trend toward gender-neutral uniform policies; further welcomes that over 150 schools in the UK have already …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
23rd April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
ANGLOPHONE CRISIS IN CAMEROON
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House condemns the violence and state oppression imposed by the Government of Cameroon in the Anglophone regions of the country; highlights with regret that over 20,000 refugees from Cameroon have been registered by the UNHCR in their camps across the border in Nigeria; acknowledges reports that an estimated …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd April 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING - NEARBY RESIDENTS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care Guidance, entitled NHS patient visitor and staff car parking principles and the Written Answer of 15 March 2018 to Question 13748 which asked what assessment the Department had made of the effect of NHS hospital car parking charges on …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
KAYAKING FOR PANCREATIC CANCER ACTION
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House congratulates Kate Culverwell and Anna Blackwell for their efforts to raise £50,000 for Pancreatic Cancer Action by kayaking from Westminster Bridge on 21 April 2018 to the Black Sea; notes that the pair will travel through over 4,000 kilometres of rivers and canals through Europe by kayak …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
19th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
WINDRUSH 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2018 will be the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks carrying passengers from the Caribbean; further notes with gratitude that many Windrush passengers had previously served in the UK armed forces during the Second World War; …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF HOME OFFICE IMMIGRATION POLICY AND PRACTICE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Home Office's long track record of delay, maladministration and poor quality decision-making while implementing increasingly harsh anti-immigrant policies; deplores the cruel and grossly unfair treatment of Commonwealth citizens legally resident in the UK, including denial of NHS health care, dismissal from employment, arbitrary detention under …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
GREEN KIDS IN THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House commends the work of the Green Kids charity in the Kurdistan region, founded and run by Dashni Morad, a well-known music artist and humanitarian activist; notes that the charity seeks to help clear Kurdistan's stunning landscape of discarded plastic bottles and to increase the environmental awareness of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY TRADE UNION DISPUTE
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that Coventry University revealed that it had registered its staff association, the Staff Consultative Group, as a union and signed a recognition agreement with it; is alarmed about reports that the majority of Coventry University staff were unaware of the staff association and were not consulted; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
18th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
17th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
EXPANDING ACCESS TO RETIREMENT INTEREST-ONLY MORTGAGES
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House welcomes the decision of the Financial Conduct Authority to recognise retirement interest-only mortgages as standard mortgages; recognises that as a population we are living longer; is concerned that the actions of mortgage lenders may threaten elderly homeowners holding interest-only mortgages with repossession once they reach the age …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
HOUSING AND LONDON'S GREEN BELT
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House notes with concern the housing crisis faced across the country; recognises London and its surrounding areas as the region with the highest rate of housing need; acknowledges the value in much of the Green Belt that prevents urban sprawl or offers vital environmental protections but considers the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
17th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
DEMOLITION PLANS IN KHAN AL-AHMAR VILLAGE IN THE WEST BANK
Tabled by:
Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming Israeli High Court hearing on 25 April 2018 on the demolition of buildings in the village of Khan al-Ahmar in the West Bank; condemns those plans and the impact they will have on communities in the occupied Palestinian territories; believes that the …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
VIOLENCE AGAINST PROTESTORS IN GAZA
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is gravely concerned by recent developments on the Israel-Gaza border and the killing and injuring of Palestinian protestors; affirms the right to peaceful protest and the right to freedom of expression; deplores the actions of those who seek to exploit peaceful protests to engage in violence; notes …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
28th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
COMMONWEALTH CITIZENS AND THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House acknowledges the role of Her Majesty the Queen as Head of the Commonwealth; welcomes the contribution that has been made to the UK by Commonwealth citizens; notes the research carried out by the Migration Observatory estimating that there are up to 50,000 Commonwealth-born persons in the UK …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
RESIDENCY OF EU NATIONALS MARRIED TO UK SERVICE PERSONNEL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House is concerned about the post-EU withdrawal status of EU nationals residing in the UK without permanent residence who are the military spouses of UK service personnel; notes the case of Joy Gillon, a Scottish resident German national whose residency in the UK on exit day will not …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
UK PASSPORTS CONTRACT
Tabled by:
Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)
That this House recognises that not awarding the passports contract to De La Rue puts high-skilled jobs in the North East at risk, damages the reputation of British business and reduces our standing in Europe and the world; calls on the Home Secretary to urgently review the procurement process that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
NHS FUNDING AND WAITING TIMES
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that the NHS in England is experiencing continued pressure on demand and performance with A&E attendances rising by 9.3 per cent over the last six years and that the number of people waiting for elective treatment has risen by 25 per cent in the last two …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
PORTRAYAL OF ADHD AND ITS TREATMENT
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House notes the documentary, Take Your Pills, which has been distributed by Netflix; expresses its strong concern about what it sees as the programme's unbalanced portrayal of ADHD and its treatment; further notes the recent publication of updated NICE guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of the condition …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
FLOUR DUST AND BAKERS ASTHMA
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes with concern that the Workplace Health Expert Committee of the Health and Safety Executive, in its 2017 report, entitled The Risks of Bakery Work, found that exposures to flour are, and remain, frequently higher than the level at which occupational asthma would develop, and that the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 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
26th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 2018
SCOTLAND'S HISTORIC SITES AND THE YEAR OF YOUNG PEOPLE 2018
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House welcomes historic sites across Scotland lowering their drawbridges and opening their gates to young people for just £1 in celebration of the Year of Young People 2018; praises Historic Environment Scotland, the National Trust for Scotland, Historic Houses and Young Scot for working together to offer this …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 2018
POST-STUDY WORK VISAS
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House recognises the value of the post-study work visa; and requests that the Government urgently reinstates that visa in order to increase the opportunities across higher education institutions and to ensure the UK retains the talents of the brightest and best who study in the UK.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 2018
TRANSPARENCY OF POLITICAL DONATIONS IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes the approval of the Transparency of Donations and Loans etc. (Northern Ireland Political Parties) Order 2018 on 7 March 2018; regrets that this Order does not live up to the Government's commitment to backdate these provisions to 2014 as provided for in the Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
19th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th March 2018
EXPORT OF DEPLETED URANIUM TO RUSSIA
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House condemns the sale of depleted uranium to Russia; raises with alarm concerns that Russia is the UK's biggest customer of depleted uranium, with 92 per cent of the UK's total exported weapons-grade substance sold to Russia in 2016 for a sum of £1.2 million; notes that depleted …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
28th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th March 2018
HMRC OFFICE CLOSURES IN THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is concerned by the proposals of HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to close the vast majority of offices on its estate; notes that this will result in the loss of jobs and services, with damaging impacts on local economies; is further concerned that this would also mean …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th March 2018
FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL DAY, 4 MAY 2018
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK on Firefighters' Memorial Day, on 4 May 2018, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the 2,524 colleagues who have lost their life in the line of duty; extends its sympathies, especially on this memorial day, to all the bereaved families of …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 65
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 17
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th March 2018
NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY REVIEW CONFERENCE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the 2018 Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference takes place between 23 April and 4 May; commemorates 2018 as the 50th anniversary of the NPT opening for signature; recognises the opportunity that this anniversary offers the Government to engage with global …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd March 2018
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the figures released by the Local Government Association as part of its Bright Futures campaign, where it is estimated that between 70 and 75 per cent of young people experiencing a mental health problem are unable to access any treatment due to lack of funding, despite …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd March 2018
PAY FOR CLEANERS AT THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern that cleaners employed at the Ministry of Justice in Whitehall by the contractor OCS Group receive the minimum wage of £7.50 per hour, and also suffer from inferior terms and conditions than those of their in-house counterparts regarding occupational leave and sick pay; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd March 2018
ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FOR WASPI WOMEN LIVING IN THE EU
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that British women who are affected by the WASPI changes to state pension age for women, and who choose to retire in other EU countries, may not be eligible for healthcare in that country; notes that these women are UK citizens who paid UK …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd March 2018
NATIONAL B&B DAY
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that there are some 25,000 B&Bs and guest houses across the UK, with a combined direct turnover well in excess of £2 billion; stresses the important role that B&Bs play in rural and coastal areas, where they are often the only tourism accommodation and play a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd March 2018
COLOMBIAN CIVIL SOCIETY LEADER KILLINGS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House expresses concern and alarm at the ongoing killing of Colombian civil society leaders; 222 in the 15 months after the signing of the Colombian peace agreement and the murder of 38 former combatants of the FARC during the same period; is concerned about the climate for all …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
GKN HOSTILE TAKEOVER BY MELROSE
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House opposes the hostile takeover bid tabled by Melrose for GKN; notes that GKN is a vital supply chain manufacturer in the automotive and aerospace sectors, employing over 6,000 workers across the UK; further notes with concern that the City is claiming the bid which will shoulder GKN …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House urges the Royal Bank of Scotland to put an immediate moratorium on its branch closure programme; welcomes the announcement that the bank is halting the planned closure of 10 out of 13 planned branch closures in Scotland; calls on the taxpayer-funded bank to take the same action …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
UK STEEL CRISIS
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with caution the proposed merger between Tata Steel and Thyssenkrupp; acknowledges the industrial logic behind that partnership that would create the second biggest steel business in Europe with all the benefits that could bring for the UK; seeks robust assurances that jobs will be protected; demands …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
BARISTA VISAS
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses concern about the implementation of barista visas; sees the introduction of such visas as a way of replacing EU free movement to the UK after the UK has left the UK; deems those visas to be a mechanism to preserve the flow of migrant labour and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
PREMIER INN
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House condemns Whitbread PLC's decision to quit the Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI) after just 18 months of membership; notes that Whitbread owns Costa Coffee, Premier Inn and Brewer's Fayre; fully endorses the ETl's code on freedom of association; criticises any organisations that centre their business models on low …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
20th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
SAVE OUR SCOTCH CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House acknowledges the on-going campaign Save our Scotch, which is being led by the Unite Union that aims to obtain protection for blended Scotch whisky similar to that of single Malt whisky; notes that under the Scotch Whisky Regulations 2009, Single Malt Scotch Whisky must be bottled in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
HSBC MIDLAND BANK PENSION CLAWBACK SCHEME
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that employees of HSBC Midland Bank's Defined Benefit Occupational Pension Scheme believe that they were not adequately made aware of the clawback feature; further notes that this feature reduces the bank's pension contribution when basic state pension becomes payable; is concerned that this means that many …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE: NAMING AND SHAMING OF NON-COMPLIANT EMPLOYERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to come down hard on businesses that breach the National Minimum Wage; notes that a key plank of the Government's efforts to both raise awareness and discourage such breaches is the naming and shaming of non-compliant businesses by the Department for Business, Energy …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
FUNDING FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND WOMEN'S REFUGES
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is shocked at figures that local government spending is facing a funding gap of £5.8 billion by 2020 and that almost £10 million of support has been cut from women’s refuges; is concerned at the detrimental impact this will have on vital local services; notes that almost …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
RESIDENCY RIGHTS OF PALESTINIANS IN EAST JERUSALEM
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House expresses concern that the Israeli Knesset has passed an amendment to the Entry Into Israel Law 1952 which gives the Interior Ministry unrestricted powers to revoke the residency of Palestinian Jerusalemites; condemns any and all violations of international humanitarian law, specifically the forcible transfer and deportation of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the unprecedented human rights crisis in Egypt, with the continuing crackdown on civil society, restrictions on freedom of expression, assembly and association, the use of torture, and reports of enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions and unfair trials; notes with alarm that the run-up to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
BAN ON THE SALE AND USE OF SHOCK COLLARS FOR DOGS
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House welcomes the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ consultation on banning the use of electronic shock collars for training dogs and other domestic pets in England; recognises that legislation on this would ensure England has a similar ban to Scotland and Wales where the devolved Governments …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
8th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
EUROPEAN UNION CITIZENSHIP
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes its unanimous approval of the Motion in the name if Plaid Cymru on 7 March 2018 that it supports the maintenance of EU citizenship rights for Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish and English citizens; further notes that the range of rights and protections afforded to individuals as …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
7th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House is aware of Department of Health and Social Care guidance on NHS patient, visitor and staff car parking principles, published in 2014; notes that the Government suggests that NHS organisations work with patients and staff, local authorities and public transport providers to make sure that users can …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
CHANGING PLACES TOILETS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the difficulty faced by disabled people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets in public places; understands the impact this has on the ability of many people to carry out day-to-day tasks outside of the home; is aware that Changing Places toilets would enable over …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
ELECTRONIC VOTING FOR INDUSTRIAL ACTION BALLOTS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that electronic voting is now commonplace for elections in a wide variety of elections in civil society bodies, including the internal elections for the Conservative candidate for Mayor of London and in shareholder ballots of multinational companies; rejects the argument that additional trials are necessary in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
CUT IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is shocked at the Iraqi decision to unilaterally reduce the budget share of the Kurdistan region from 17 per cent to 12.67 per cent of gross Iraqi revenues and far less in reality once often excessive sovereign spending is deducted; recognises that the long-standing agreement on the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
FREE SCHOOL MEALS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is alarmed about Government proposals to change the eligibility criteria for free school meals from all families who claim universal credit, to introduce an earnings threshold to only those families claiming universal credit who earn under £7,400 through work; notes that because of the way that universal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that an online petition launched by the Daily Mirror on 28 December 2017 demanding the abolition of car park charges for patients, visitors and NHS staff on all NHS hospitals across England; further notes that this petition has over 44,000 signatures; recognises that the huge support …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
SOCIAL MEDIA SERVICE PROVIDERS, CIVIL LIABILITY AND OVERSIGHT
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned by the failure of social media companies to remove hateful and illegal content spreading racism, antisemitism and other forms of discrimination; is further concerned that social media companies are benefitting from immunity from prosecution for failure to remove the content published on their platforms; notes …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the lack of long-term support offered to victims of modern slavery; recognises the risk of victims being re-trafficked if they do not have a secure pathway to adequate levels of support, including a period of leave to remain; regrets the missed opportunities to convict more perpetrators …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
MARTIN GRIFFITH'S APPOINTMENT AS UN SPECIAL ENVOY TO YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the appointment of Martin Griffths to the position of UN Special Envoy to Yemen; recognises the vast experience that Martin has acquired over years of service developing political dialogue between governments and insurgents in a range of countries across Asia, Africa and Europe; notes that the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
26th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING FOR PATIENTS WITH BRAIN INJURY (No.3)
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that brain injury patients often require long hospital stays; further notes that such patients and their families are often subject to steep car parking charges at NHS hospitals in England; is disappointed to find that the wife of a brain tumour patient was recently not made …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING FOR PATIENTS WITH BRAIN INJURY (No.2)
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that brain injury patients requiring lengthy stays in hospital can face considerable car parking costs; recognises that some hospitals offer concessions or free parking for patients with some long-term conditions; regrets that a lack of clear communication leaves some patients unaware of such schemes; further notes …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 19th March 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING FOR PATIENTS WITH BRAIN INJURY
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that patients recovering from brain surgery often require long stays in hospital; recognises that this can be a particularly stressful situation when the patient is a young person or child; acknowledges that family members and friends are likely to want to visit the patient; is shocked …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th March 2018
SIMEON ANDREWS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Simeon Andrews, whose advice and assistance has proved invaluable to so many Labour movement comrades and Parliamentary colleagues; pays tribute to his success in creating and co-ordinating several union parliamentary groups and cross-party groups; notes his earlier achievements …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
SPANISH THREAT OF DIRECT RULE ON LANGUAGE IN CATALONIA
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House condemns the Spanish Government's plans to impose direct rule over language provision in Catalonian schools; recognises that Catalonia is an autonomous self-governing community and reserves the right to ensure Catalan is the working language used in its schools; rejects the Spanish Government's plans which would divide Catalonian …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
21st February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
US POLICY ON ABORTION SERVICES OVERSEAS
Tabled by:
Baroness Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes that a year has passed since the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, otherwise known as the Mexico City Policy, by the US Administration; recognises that this expanded policy has started to have a devastating impact on access to reproductive health services in the developing world …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th 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
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
ACTION TO TACKLE IVORY TRADE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises that African elephants are facing an unprecedented crisis with an average of one killed every 15 minutes for its ivory; welcomes the action taken internationally by the Government to combat the ivory trade and protect elephants in their natural habitat; further recognises that both the illegal …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Student Support) (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018, No. 136), dated 5 February 2018, a copy of which was laid before this House on 6 February, be annulled
69 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Independent: 5
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle 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
8th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th February 2018
PROFESSIONALISM AND VALUE OF THE BRITISH CIVIL SERVICE
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the strength of the UK Civil Service lies in its political impartiality and its responsibility to provide objective advice to Ministers without fear or favour; recognises the contribution civil servants make to the good of the country; further recognises the important role that independent advice …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
EAST COAST MAINLINE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Virgin-Stagecoach who operate East Coast mainline railway are in breach of financial covenants and will shortly be unable to continue to provide this service; further notes that this is the third time a private operator has failed to live up to its commitments on this …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
6th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
PLASTIC WASTE
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that according to the UN there will be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050; further notes that global fossil fuel subsidies amount to $5.3 trillion, more than the combined GDP of UK and France; notes that fossil fuel subsidies reduce the cost of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST THE USE OF CHILD SOLDIERS 2018
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers on 12 February 2018; understands that fewer than 20 countries worldwide still allow their armed forces to recruit young people aged 16; further understands that the UK is the only country in Europe and the only Permanent Member …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
5th February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
PALESTINIAN FIREFIGHTERS
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) in continuing to support Palestinian firefighters from the Occupied Territories of the West Bank; notes that the FBU has recently facilitated the training of firefighters from the municipality of Hebron and will soon welcome firefighters from Ramallah …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
1st February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
TRADE RELATIONS WITH SUDAN
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the Government's promotion of trade links with Sudan as shown by the support for the UK-Sudan Trade and Investment Forum in London on 12 December 2017; notes that Sudan ranks 170th out of 176 countries on Transparency lnternational’s Global Corruption Index; acknowledges that severe …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING AND PREMATURE BABIES
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that over 84,000 babies are admitted to neonatal care units across England every year; acknowledges research carried out by Bliss that indicates that babies in neonatal care units spend on average eight weeks in hospital; further notes that parents of babies in neonatal care units spend …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
1st February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
ALDI AND THE REAL LIVING WAGE
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Aldi for introducing new, higher rates of pay for its employees; notes that employees outwith London will now be paid the real living wage of £8.75 an hour, deeming Aldi the highest paying supermarket in the UK; further notes that Aldi offer paid breaks, pensions and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
30th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
CURRENT SITUATION IN AFRIN, SYRIA
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned about the current situation of the people of Afrin, who have been subjected to Turkish Government aggression; notes that Afrin has been one of the more stable parts of Syria and that it has become a destination for hundreds of refugees from many cities …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
31st January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
SAFETY OF PLAYING AREAS FOR CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the importance of children playing outdoors; understands the reluctance of some parents to allow their children to play outside due to safety concerns; urges local councils to ensure that safe green places to play are widely advertised; and calls on the Department of Health and Social …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
VOTES AT 16
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes proposals by the Welsh Government to lower the voting age to 16 in order to allow 16 and 17-year olds to vote in council elections in Wales; believes that this will increase political engagement and participation among young people as has already been demonstrated in Scotland; …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
29th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
ESSENTIAL COMMUNITY PHARMACY SCHEME
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes the importance of local pharmacies as a community cornerstone, and as a vital service for the most vulnerable in the community; believes that the best way to do this is to create an Essential Community Pharmacy Scheme to fund the purchase of prescription drugs up front, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
COLLECTING DATA ON ELECTION CANDIDATE DIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Bernard Jenkin (Conservative - Harwich and North Essex)
That this House notes with concern that Section 106 of the Equality Act 2010 is yet to be commenced; acknowledges that this legislation would require political parties to monitor the diversity of their election candidates; regrets that Section 106 does not cover local government elections, that there is no transparency …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
PROPOSED VISIT OF SAUDI CROWN PRINCE TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House regrets the Prime Minister's invitation to Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia to visit the UK; notes that, as Minister of Defense, Mohammed bin Salman was widely associated with curtailing human rights, and that it was his decision to lead Saudi Arabia into war in …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
STONEWALL'S LGBT IN BRITAIN: TRANS REPORT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes the publication of Stonewall's LGBT in Britain: Trans Report and its findings on continued discrimination, violence and exclusion currently experienced by trans people in the UK; recognises the disproportionate volume of hate crimes because of gender identity, with two in five trans people, 41 per cent, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
TACKLING SEX DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's review of sex discrimination law in the UK, and its recommendations to make misogyny a hate crime; acknowledges the level of concern in broader society at gender inequality; recognises the insufficient tackling of hate crimes against women; and calls for police authorities to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES AND FAIRFUELUK SURVEY SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that 95.5 per cent of over 9,000 respondents to a recent FairFuelUK survey were in favour of abolishing car parking charges in NHS hospitals; recognises that hospital car parking charges are a financial burden that affect patients and visitors at an already vulnerable time; further notes …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th February 2018
NHS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES
Tabled by:
Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)
That this House notes that an increasing number of NHS trusts in England are attempting to establish wholly owned subsidiary companies to deliver services such as facilities and estates, ostensibly as a means of exploiting a tax loophole; believes that the major savings will in fact come from employing new …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st February 2018
CONTINUING SUPPORT FOR ERASMUS+
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes statements from the Government that there will be continued involvement in the Erasmus+ programme up to 2020; notes that 600,000 people from the UK have gone abroad to study, train or volunteer in the last 30 years due to this program and its predecessors; further notes …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018
CARILLION AND SMALL BUSINESS PAYMENTS
Tabled by:
James Frith (Labour - Bury North)
That this House believes that small businesses must not be punished for the misdeeds of a failed large company; notes that the collapse of Carillion highlights the payment abuse suffered by sub-contractors engaged in the delivery of public contracts for a Prime contractor; further notes that 30-day payment regulations for …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018
AGENCY WORKERS AND THE SWEDISH DEROGATION
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that thousands of agency workers in the UK are being employed on Pay between assignment contracts, denying them equal treatment with permanent staff under the Swedish derogation to the Agency Workers Regulations; further notes that this has allowed a hugely profitable company like BT to bring …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
16th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
FOREIGN STUDENTS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House recognises the contributions made by foreign students to the UK’s economy; notes the research carried out by the Higher Education Policy Institute and Kaplan International Pathways showing that international students bring £20 billion to the UK each year; further notes the role played by universities in promoting …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
CLEAN AIR DAY 2018
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House is concerned about the damage to health caused by air pollution in the UK; recognises the public's desire to tackle air pollution and to be given guidance on how to cut and avoid air pollution from a trusted, independent, medically-sound source; acknowledges the success of 2017’s National …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
AIRLINE CHARGES FOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Tabled by:
Kevin Brennan (Labour - Cardiff West)
This House notes with concern that airlines are increasingly requiring musicians to purchase a seat for guitars, and other musical instruments of similar size, or requiring that they be placed in the aircraft hold where temperatures are very low and damage may occur during transit; further notes the campaign led …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2018
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
CARRIE GRACIE AND PAY EQUALITY AT THE BBC
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House believes that the resignation of Carrie Gracie, the former China Editor of the BBC, highlights the anger and frustration of many women journalists at the BBC that a swifter resolution has not been reached to the scourge of unequal pay at our public service broadcaster; notes that …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th January 2018
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that childcare vouchers are a widely-used benefit that are popular with parents and employers alike, with more than 60,000 businesses of all sizes offering vouchers to more than 750,000 parents; further notes that, with childcare costs having risen faster than incomes in recent years, a large …
126 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 63
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
15th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th January 2018
RATES OF PAY AT MCDONALD'S
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House warmly congratulates the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union on successfully pressuring the management of the fast food giant McDonald's to award staff in company-owned stores the largest pay increase in 10 years; notes that this pay award followed last year's historic industrial action, the first since …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th January 2018
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AT WARBURTONS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the agreement on pay, terms and conditions between Warbutons and employee members of the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union; notes that the deal involves a substantial increase in the basic hourly rate for most workers, more stable shift patterns to allow workers greater ability to …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th 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
10th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
PERSECUTION OF KURDISH MPS
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House expresses grave concern over the sentencing of elected Kurdish MP Idris Baluken on 4 January 2018 to 16 years and eight months in jail; notes that Mr Baluken has been an elected parliamentarian in Turkey since 2011, and has played an active role as a mediator in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
16th ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF GUANTÁNAMO BAY CAMP
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House notes that 11 January 2018 marks the 16th anniversary of the opening of the Guantánamo Bay Prison Camp; further notes that 41 men remain imprisoned at the camp, including five men who were approved for release by the previous US Administration; notes that over half of the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th 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
8th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
APPOINTMENT OF TOBY YOUNG TO THE BOARD OF THE OFFICE OF STUDENTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House deeply regrets the appointment of Toby Young to the Board of the Office of Students; notes the seven principles of public life, including selflessness, integrity, and objectivity, known as the Nolan principles and set out in the Department for Education's application guidelines; considers the stream of sexist, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House has considered the important role that Community Transport Organisations (CTOs) play in towns across the UK; notes that community transport schemes help social inclusion; recognises that these schemes are primarily used by people who otherwise would not be able to travel; notes the increasing cost pressures on …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
9th January 2018
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th January 2018
BBC RADIO BRIGHTON
Tabled by:
Michael Fabricant (Conservative - Lichfield)
That this House notes the 50th Anniversary of the opening of BBC Radio Brighton in 1968 while also recognising that it transmitted emergency snow reports in 1967 prior to its official opening; notes that the radio station later consolidated to become BBC Radio Sussex; further notes that former staff include …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2018
THE VERY REVEREND DR LORNA HOOD
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
The this House congratulates the Very Reverend Dr Lorna Hood on receiving her OBE at Buckingham Palace; recognises that this distinction was awarded due to the exceptional service that Dr Hood has given to the Church of Scotland, Renfrewshire, and Scotland more widely, including in her role at Renfrew North …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle 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
18th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
AGE UK'S PAINFUL JOURNEYS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes Age UK's Painful Journeys campaign that is designed to raise awareness of older people's journeys to hospital appointments; is concerned that many older people have to make such painful journeys; regrets that whether or not an elderly person has to make such a journey is decided …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
DISABLED WORKERS AND PRODUCTIVITY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House warmly welcomes the Government's commitment, set out in the new employment strategy for disabled people, Improving Lives: the Future of Work, Health and Disability, to see one million more disabled people in work over the next 10 years; shares the Government's belief that the world of work …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
14th December 2017
92 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 10
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
IMMIGRATION DETENTION OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE AND OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That this House notes with concern the recent High Court judgment against the Government which found that the Home Office 's redefinition of torture in its flagship Adults at Risk immigration detention policy was unlawful; further notes that Mr Justice Ouseley ruled that the Home Office's decision to narrow the …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
SLAVE TRADE IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House deplores the actions of those who seek to enslave migrants passing through Libya; condemns in the strongest terms the abhorrent use of auctions to buy and sell slaves; notes with alarm the horror faced by victims of human trafficking and slavery in Libya and the lack of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th December 2017
MEXICO'S SECURITY REFORM LAW - LEY DE SEGURIDAD
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House expresses deep concerns about the so-called Security Reform Law - Ley de Seguridad, approved by the Mexican Senate on Friday 15 December 2017; notes the concerns of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Justice Mexico Now, Amnesty and other human rights organisations that this law is …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th 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
7th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th December 2017
RBS CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House urges the Royal Bank of Scotland to reconsider plans to close its Stobswell branch, after announcing that the bank plans a series of closures across the UK; notes that this is very disappointing news for both customers and particularly for staff who will now be worried about …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th December 2017
COMMUNITY HEALTH PARTNERSHIPS AND NHS PROPERTY SERVICES
Tabled by:
Bambos Charalambous (Labour - Southgate and Wood Green)
That this House notes that Community Health Partnerships recently ended its facilities management contract with NHS Property Services and is now undertaking a tender exercise to find a new provider; expresses concern at the considerable uncertainty this has created for the 590 staff working for NHS Property Services who are …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
7th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th December 2017
RAIL FARES
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that train companies have announced that UK rail fares will rise by 3.4 per cent on 2 January 2018, with this figure being above the latest Consumer Prices Index inflation figure of three per cent and being the largest increase in rail fares for five years; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 1
7th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
LABOUR MARKET ENFORCEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Middlesex University Business School, Unpaid Britain: wage default in the British labour market, that at least two million workers experience non-payment of wages or holiday pay each year and that those unpaid wages amount to …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
6th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
RECOGNITION OF JERUSALEM AS THE CAPITAL OF ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with dismay that Donald Trump, President of the USA, has declared that the US has formally recognised Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and that the US Embassy in Israel will relocate from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; further notes that no other country currently has an …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
JOB LOSSES AT BRITVIC
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House recognises the historic and economic significance of Robinsons, now Britvic, and Colman's, now Unilever, to the city of Norwich; notes with dismay Britvic's proposed withdrawal of production from the Carrow Road site which will lead to almost 250 job losses; further notes the adverse impact that withdrawal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th December 2017
LOCAL GOVERNMENT FUNDING
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House remains deeply concerned that Government funding to local authorities in England reduced by 37 per cent in real terms between 2010-11 and 2015 according to the National Audit Office; notes Local Government Association (LGA) analysis that by 2020 local government in England will have lost 75 pence …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANISATIONS
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the Department of Health consultation on Accountable Care Organisations which closed on 3 November 2017, which proposes changes to regulations required to facilitate the operation of an NHS Standard Contract (Accountable Care Models); further notes that the consultation states that the Government proposes to lay these …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 114
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2017
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2017 by celebrating the achievements of disabled people across the world; supports the aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and wellbeing of persons with disabilities; further supports the integration of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
4th December 2017
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
4th December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
SREBRENICA GENOCIDE AND THE RATKO MLADIC VERDICT
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes the guilty verdict against Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic for directing the Srebrenica genocide; welcomes that Mladic has finally been brought to justice 22 years after the genocide he oversaw from 11 to 22 July 1995; further notes that 8,372 Bosnian Muslim men and boys …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
BOWEL CANCER SCREENING
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge that 50 is the internationally-recognised optimal age at which bowel cancer screening should begin; further calls for a commitment from the Government to reduce the age for bowel cancer screening from 60 to 50 in England to bring policy in line …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
FUNDING FOR PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there is a lack of awareness of pancreatic cancer, which sees 9,600 people diagnosed with it each year with only seven per cent of people surviving five years beyond diagnosis; calls for action to be taken to increase funding of pancreatic cancer research which has …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
AIR POLLUTION
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 5 December 2017 is the 65th anniversary of the lethal Great Smog of London, which brought the city to a standstill for four days and during which at least 4,000 people lost their life; further notes that by 5 December 2017 an estimate suggests that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
1st December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
LOCAL BANK BRANCH CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns the decision of the majority state-owned RBS Group to close 259 branches, covering its RBS and NatWest brands; notes that those closures bring the total number of local bank branch closures to over 1,000 since 2015; further notes that such closures are expected to result in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
LEASEHOLD RESTRICTIONS ON FREEHOLDS
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is deeply concerned that new build houses are sold as freehold but have leasehold terms, also known as, fleecehold attached in the form of charges, including restrictive covenants on the need to apply for permission and pay a charge for any alterations and extensions, changes that fall …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
CLOSURE OF RBS AND NATWEST BANK BRANCHES
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House regrets the latest round of proposed RBS and NatWest branch closures across the UK; believes that such closures are damaging to local RBS and NatWest customers, businesses, community groups and the entire local community; and further believes that the public are entitled to expect better from a …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
1st December 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
HUMAN RIGHTS AND AZERBAIJAN
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the accession of Azerbaijan to the European Convention on Human Rights; asks the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs to express to the Government and representatives of Azerbaijan concern for the fair treatment of the investigative journalist Afghan Mukhtarli, husband of political refugee Leyla …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
PRIVATISATION OF JOB CENTRE CALL CENTRES
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the Department for Work and Pensions has announced its intention to outsource more core work to the private company, Capita; further notes that the Department for Work and Pensions already outsources jobseeker's allowance new claims calls to Capita; is concerned that there are plans to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
DEFENDING ACADEMIC PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that academic staff in universities make a vital contribution to ensuring the supply of skilled graduates to UK businesses; believes all staff working in universities should have access to a secure and decent pension; notes with concern the proposal by Universities UK to close the defined …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
PALESTINIAN VILLAGE OF SUSIYA- ANNOUNCED DEMOLITION BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes with extreme concern the plight of the Palestinian village of Susiya, a fifth of which the Israeli State has announced will be demolished; further notes that the Israeli State claims that this village was constructed in violation of judicial order, yet has repeatedly refused to regulate …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
ZIMBABWE'S FUTURE
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the end of Robert Mugabe's tenure as President of Zimbabwe; recognises the desperate situation many Zimbabweans find themselves in following a decade, and more, of bad government, a blatant disregard for democracy and the rule of law, and very serious policy failures; cautiously welcomes President Mnangagwa …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2017
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
SCOTTISH LABOUR LEADERSHIP
Tabled by:
Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates the Member of the Scottish Parliament for Central Scotland, Richard Leonard MSP, on his election as Leader of the Scottish Labour Party; welcomes his commitment to reaching out to all people across Scotland irrespective of background or politics; recognises the message of togetherness and solidarity that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd November 2017
83 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
EU PROTOCOL ON ANIMAL SENTIENCE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Written Statement of 23 November 2017 by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs that the Government's policies on animal protection are driven by a recognition that animals are sentient beings; notes that Article 13 of the Lisbon Treaty imposes a substantial …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
PDSA 100TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution of the People's Dispensary for Sick animals, known as the PDSA, and its founder Maria Dickin C.B.E., to the welfare of animals throughout the UK on its 100th anniversary; recognises that the network of the PDSA's 48 pet hospitals with dedicated staff treats …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
MILITARY DETENTION OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern that hundreds of Palestinian children continue to be arrested, detained and tried in Israeli military courts, despite the practice involving widespread and systematic violations of international law and being widely condemned; further notes that allegations of ill-treatment at the hands of Israeli authorities include …
144 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
UPSKIRTING LEGISLATION
Tabled by:
Laura Pidcock (Labour - North West Durham)
That this House notes that there is no specific offence of taking upskirt photos; further notes that existing criminal offences are often not sufficient to bring prosecutions for upskirting; welcomes the fact that the public petition brought by campaigner Gina Martin on the issue has attracted more than 70,000 signatures; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd November 2017
X PASSPORTS FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed in previous parliamentary sessions to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued by …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
15th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017
HUMAN RIGHTS IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House is extremely concerned about the ongoing crackdown on civil society and essential freedoms, specifically on human rights defenders, in Turkey, including the recent arrests of Amnesty International Turkey Chair, Taner Kilic, and Amnesty International Turkey Director, ldil Eser, along with nine other human rights defenders, also known …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017
EXTRA-JUDICIAL KILLINGS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes with alarm the number of extra-judicial killings which have taken place in the Philippines as a result of President Duterte's so-called war on drugs which is estimated by Amnesty International at around 1,000 killings a month; further notes the threat of President Duterte to kill human …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN AUSTRALIA
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the result of the Australian marriage equality survey which had a resounding result for the yes campaign with 61.6 per cent in favour; notes that the turnout for the survey was 79.5 per cent, higher than that of the 2017 general election or EU referendum turnout; …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017
RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE SAFETY, STANDARDS AND SKILLS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes there can be no compromise to safety in the maintenance and renewal of the railways; recognises concerns raised by the Rail Industry Association and RMT union over the current threat to Network Rail's supply chain and skills base caused by the deferral of £3.7 billion of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017
LIFTING THE BAN ON UK FLIGHTS TO SHARM EL SHEIKH
Tabled by:
Jonathan Lord (Conservative - Woking)
That this House welcomes the successful implementation of the UK-Egyptian joint action plan and substantial investment in upgrading security at Sharm El Sheikh airport using UK expertise in transport and security services; understands that Sharm El Sheikh airport is now considered by Department for Transport officials as one of the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st October 2017
JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE OF 1919
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the importance of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 for its importance as a turning point in the history of the Raj and British Empire in India; notes that the centenary of this event is approaching and that it is appropriate to commemorate it; further recognises …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the findings published by Leonard Cheshire Disability, as part of its Untapped Talent campaign on disability employment, that 60 per cent of young disabled people said they did not receive the right support in order to move towards employment; encourages the Government to do more to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
25th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th October 2017
EXECUTIVE PAY AND INEQUALITY
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that executive pay rises continue to run at levels far above inflation, while ordinary workers have seen their wages stagnate; further notes that the 2017 Conservative manifesto stated that the next Conservative government would bring in legislation to ensure executive pay was subject to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
PAY RISE FOR PUBLIC SECTOR WORKERS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that public sector employees, whose jobs are essential to the wellbeing of citizens and the economy of the UK and who are often on low wages, have had a real terms pay cut since 2010 and are now up to £3,000 per year worse …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
ALCOHOL STRATEGY AND MINIMUM UNIT PRICING
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House recognises minimum unit pricing as a highly effective tool to reduce the number of deaths related to alcohol, crime and workplace absence; notes that Wales has now followed Scotland in approving this approach; further notes that alcohol misuse is costing between £21 billion and £52 billion in …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
11th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
TRANSPARENCY OF DEVELOPING COUNTRY DEBTS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses concern about the alleged secret loans given by London-based banks in 2013 to Mozambican companies, with Mozambique Government guarantees, and without approval of the Mozambique parliament; notes that over 90 per cent of sub-Saharan Africa Government international bonds are owed under UK law; calls for measures …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
4th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary scrutiny and accountability of trade deals to which the UK is a party; and calls on the Government to ensure the right of Parliament to set a thorough mandate to govern each trade negotiation, with a remit for the devolved …
124 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 66
Scottish National Party: 35
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 26th October 2017
CENTENARY OF THE BOYS' BRIGADE JUNIORS AGE GROUP
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Boys' Brigade on reaching the centenary of its work with the juniors age group which was established in September 1917 as the Boy Reserves for boys aged nine to 12; notes that members of the juniors have been marking the milestone throughout 2017 with nearly …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 26th October 2017
ENDING COSMETICS ANIMAL TESTING GLOBALLY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is proud of the UK's leadership in ending animal testing for cosmetics; notes that the EU and several other countries have also ended this unnecessary practice; believes that it is now in the interests of animals, consumers and a fair platform for UK industry and international trade …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd October 2017
ELECTION OF A LABOUR-LED GOVERNMENT IN NEW ZEALAND
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House congratulates the Member of Parliament for Mount Albert and Leader of the New Zealand Labour Party, Jacinda Ardern, on her election as Prime Minister of New Zealand; welcomes the election of a Labour-led Government following recent coalition negotiations after the General Election in September 2017; recognises the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Friday 20th October 2017
IMPORTATION OF FOIE GRAS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House deplores the production of foie gras, considering it cruel and unnatural to force-feed geese until it causes internal damage; welcomes the UK's continued ban on domestic production of this foodstuff; admires India as the first country in the world to ban the import of foie gras; and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
CHILD MARRIAGE
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the great step forward which India has taken in ending child marriage; acknowledges that according to UNICEF in India 47 per cent of women are married before they are 18 years old and 18 per cent by the age of 15, while the age of consent …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
PRIMARY PREVENTION OF BREAST CANCER
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the rising age-standardised incidence rate of breast cancer in women, which has risen by 24 per cent in the UK between 1993 and 1995 and 2012 and 2014 and continues to rise annually; further notes the fact that around one in four cases of breast cancer …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
CONTAMINATED BLOOD INQUIRY
Tabled by:
Diana Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of an inquiry into the contaminated blood scandal; thanks the Rt. Rev James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel, for his voluntary help; supports the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood's statement to the Prime Minister about the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
DENNIS SKINNER: NATURE OF THE BEAST
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House commends the 2017 documentary film Dennis Skinner: Nature of the Beast written and directed by Liverpudlian Daniel Draper, and produced by Christie Allanson and Daniel Draper; notes the film's honest depiction of Dennis Skinner's lifelong contribution to socialism, trade unionism and Labour Party politics, his decency, his …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
2 SISTERS FOOD GROUP
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recalls concerns previously raised by the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union about the 2 Sisters Food Group's business model, including attacks on jobs, pay and conditions of workers on sites acquired in takeover and merger deals; notes with concern the undercover evidence of The Guardian/ITV from …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2017
77 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
COMMUNICATIONS WORKERS UNION AND ROYAL MAIL
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House commends the campaign waged by employees at Royal Mail for better pay and conditions; notes the fact that Royal Mail should not have been privatised by the Coalition Government in 2013; further commends the hon. Member for Dulwich and West Norwood for calling a Westminster Hall debate …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
USDAW FREEDOM FROM FEAR CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour - Delyn)
That this House applauds the members and representatives of the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers for their Freedom From Fear campaign, which seeks to bring together employers, the police and local authorities to tackle the scourge of violence, threats and abuse against public-facing workers; further applauds the work …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
REVIEW OF THE ROLL-OUT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is concerned that research from Citizens Advice indicates that over half of claimants of universal credit are in debt, putting huge anxiety and stress onto families; notes that on average universal credit claimants have less than £4 per month to repay creditors and that the system of …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 8
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the UN concluded a legally-binding Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons with the object of leading to the total elimination of nuclear weapons; welcomes the fact that the treaty was adopted by 122 states with just one vote against and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
11th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
RE-LEGALISING MEDICINAL CANNABIS
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House believes that it is the duty of the good citizen to challenge laws that oppress the sick and the powerless and deny them their medicine of choice; congratulates the United Patients Alliance for the act of mass civil disobedience in challenging the discredited, cruel and unenforceable law …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
10th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
TRANSGENDER RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House agrees that the recommendations of the Women and Equalities Committee report on transgender equality needs to be implemented in full; believes that gender identity includes those who do not identify as either male or female, identify as both, a third gender or are fluid in their identity; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
10th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
VAT ON COMMUNITY PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATORS
Tabled by:
Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House notes that VAT of 20 per cent is charged on community public access defibrillators and the secure cabinet in which they are housed; further notes that more than 30,000 people a year have a cardiac arrest in a non-hospital location; observes that from cardiac arrest there is …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
10th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
DUTCH STATE RAILWAYS AND DRIVER-ONLY OPERATION ON UK RAILWAYS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that Greater Anglia and Merseyrail are in dispute with the RMT union over those companies' plans to introduce driver-only operated trains; further notes that Greater Anglia and Merseyrail are both part-owned by Abellio that, when introducing new trains on its franchise in Scotland, was able to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
9th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th October 2017
ROHINGYA MUSLIMS
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses deep concern at the ongoing widespread horrific violence against the minority Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, which has resulted in more than 500,000 Rohingya fleeing to Bangladesh since August 2017, making it the world's fastest-developing refugee emergency; notes that survivors in Bangladesh have recounted horrific stories of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
BAN ON IMPORT OF CAT AND DOG FUR
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House calls on the Government to guarantee that EU bans on the import of cat and dog fur and commercial seal products will remain in place when the UK leaves the EU; and notes that the UK played key roles in the introduction of both of these bans …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
YEMEN WAR CRIMES INVESTIGATION
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the UN Human Rights Council's decision to send an eminent group of war crimes investigators to Yemen; notes that more than 10,000 deaths have occurred in Yemen since the conflict began; further notes the allegations that have been made against all parties in the conflict, including …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
9th October 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
CATALONIA
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House expresses its deep disappointment and concern at the actions of agencies of the Spanish state against Catalan citizens trying to exercise their democratic right to vote in the 2017 Catalonian independence referendum; condemns all violence perpetrated by the Spanish Guardia Civil against the people of Catalonia; urges …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
CONDEMNATION OF THE RAPE CLAUSE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes that the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) and the British Medical Association (BMA) have recently condemned the Government's two child restriction in universal credit and child tax credits, and specifically the associated non-consensual sex exemption, known as the rape clause; understands that the BMA has …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE FOR PARENTS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House fully understands the devastating effects on parents of losing a child; supports the idea that it is time for bereavement leave for working parents to be a statutory workplace right; recognises that it is the right thing to do so that parents can be assured of this …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
14th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
FREE PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS FOR GIRLS FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned that girls in the UK are missing time in school because of a lack of access to sanitary products; recognises the unaffordable cost of sanitary products for some low-income individuals and families; notes that this is a hidden problem that some girls may find …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
GRAMMAR SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Lucy Powell (Labour (Co-op) - Manchester Central)
That this House welcomes the Government's decision not to proceed with the Prime Minister's proposal for new selective secondary schools; notes the opening on 8 September 2017 of a new annexe of the Weald of Kent Grammar School in Sevenoaks, maintains that an annexe which accommodates fully 450 pupils and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
INCREASING ORGAN DONATION
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there are currently over 6,400 people waiting for an organ transplant in the UK; strongly regrets that last year 457 people died unnecessarily while on the active transplant waiting list; further notes that 875 more people had to be removed from the list mainly due …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
EFFECTS OF THE HPV VACCINE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes that while the HPV vaccination is expected to help to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer in the future, and that the majority of girls have been vaccinated without any apparent adverse reactions, all medicines and medical interventions carry some elements of risk; further notes a …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
UK ARMS SALES TO REPRESSIVE REGIMES
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes the Government has officially invited Governments with records of serious and systematic human rights abuses, including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Turkey, to the Defence and Security Equipment International exhibition this week in London; is concerned that such Governments are 2017-18 priority markets for the Government's arms …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th 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
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th 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
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 9th October 2017
PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION AND EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL TIME LIMIT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the key findings of research funded by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and undertaken by the Equality and Human Rights Commission that some 54,000 women per year are forced out of work by pregnancy or maternity discrimination, and that three out of four …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
FAIRTRADE FOOTBALLS AT THE HOMELESS WORLD CUP 2017
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Homeless World Cup tournament took place in Oslo from 29 August to 5 September 2017; understands at Bala Sports Ltd, which is based in Glasgow Central constituency, was awarded the contract to provide Fairtrade footballs for the tournament; further understands that Bala Sports Ltd …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
AIR POLLUTION AND RED DIESEL
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes the Government's plans to tackle Britain's air pollution crisis and improve air quality; further notes that reduced duty red diesel for certain uses costs HM Treasury £2.4 billion annually; believes that subsidising red diesel also inhibits the Government's plans to support the take-up of cleaner technologies …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
6th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
COMMONWEALTH LEADERSHIP TO END MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House welcomes the opportunity presented by the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 in London, for the Commonwealth to take a leading role in ending modern slavery and achieving SDG 8.7 in Member States; notes, with regret and concern, that the Commonwealth is disproportionately affected by modern slavery; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
NICE GUIDELINES ON ME
Tabled by:
Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House welcomes NICE's consultation with patients and their representatives on whether to review its clinical guidelines on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME (CG53); notes that myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) is a serious, debilitating, chronic health condition affecting about 250,000 people in the UK, and is concerned that about half of the …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House calls on the Security Council to table an immediate resolution on Yemen; notes the huge humanitarian consequences the conflict there has caused the Yemeni people; and further notes the deep concern felt by over 100 hon. and Right hon. Members of this House who signed a letter …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
FLIGHT OF ROHINGYA REFUGEES FROM BURMA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with concern the increasing number of Rohingya refugees crossing from Burma into Bangladesh, with over 100,000 having fled violence, allegedly triggered by an attack by Rohingya militants on police posts, since the end of August; is very concerned about reports from many of those who have …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
POLICE WIDOWS' PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the service of any person who makes the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of their country, and leaves behind family members and loved ones; is deeply concerned that the Police Pension Regulations 1987 do not allow police widows or widowers the opportunity to marry or cohabit, without …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
PERSECUTION OF ROHINGYAS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
This House expresses its deep concern at recent developments in Myanmar; condemns the murderous attacks by militants against Burmese border posts but also the completely disproportionate response of the Burmese military against the Rohingyas who the UN consider are the most persecuted minority group in the world; further condemns the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
6th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 7th September 2017
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS AT MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT OUTLETS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the global food restaurant chain McDonald’s is a hugely profitable multinational corporation and a major employer in the UK; further notes that currently many of its staff are paid below the rate recommended by the Living Wage Commission as the minimum necessary to enable a …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th September 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th September 2017
JAILING OF REZA SHAHABI
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with great concern the repeated jailing of Reza Shahabi, a member of the Executive Committee of the Trade Union of the Tehran and Suburbs Vahed Bus Company; further notes that on 8 August 2017 Mr Shahabi began a hunger strike in protest against the arbitrary resumption …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
19th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
VAT REFUNDS FOR MUSEUMS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the draft Value Added Tax (Refund of Tax to Museums and Galleries) (Amendment) Order 2017 has not yet been laid before the House; understands that the draft Order was announced in the Budget on 16 March 2016, the consultation closed on 21 April 2017 and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
BOUNDARY COMMISSION PROPOSALS
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House notes the Boundary Commission's proposals, which seek to reduce the number of parliamentary constituencies from 650 to 600; recognises that constituencies should be equally sized; regrets that many of the proposals do not adequately engage with natural divisions; is concerned that the Commission's calculations are based on …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
18th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
GYPSY, TRAVELLER AND ROMA COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that the Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities are an important and distinct community of the UK; further notes that Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities continue to face discrimination in a broad range of areas, from education to encampment access; and calls on public authorities to work …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2017 (S.R. (N.I.), 2017, No. 79), dated 19 April 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 April in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
18 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Loans for Mortgage Interest Regulations 2017 (S.1., 2017, No. 725), dated 5 July 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 6 July, be annulled.
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
13th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
ROYAL MAIL
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that Royal Mail provides vital public services in the delivery of letters and parcels and the provision of PO Box services; further notes that when it was privatised by the Coalition Government in 2013 concerns were raised about the continued provision of local delivery offices, but …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
ABOLITION OF THE HEREDITARY PEERAGE
Tabled by:
Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour - Delyn)
That this House notes the election to replace the 10th Earl of Walpole to be held on 18 July 2017; further notes that only 31 electors can take part in this election and that there are 10 candidates; notes that the hereditary principle holds no place in a modern democracy; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2017
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 349), dated 9 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 7
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
PLASTIC POLLUTION IN THE OCEANS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that more than 8 million tons of plastic waste are dumped in the oceans every year; further notes that this pollution causes huge damage to ocean ecosystems, including fish, marine mammals and seabirds; notes that plastics in the ocean produce chemicals which are dangerous …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
GRENFELL TOWER FIRE
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with IOSH, the occupational safety and health community, and others to express sorrow and concern following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire; mourns the loss of at least 80 lives and the profound suffering of those affected; commends the outstanding efforts of the emergency services and volunteers …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF UK ARMS EXPORT CONTROLS
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House calls for the re-establishment of the Committees on Arms Export Controls (CAEC), as a matter of urgency, to provide scrutiny over current UK arms sales and the UK's arms export control regime post-Brexit; believes that CAEC should include Members from the following Committees: Business, Energy and Industrial …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
POLICE RESOURCES BILL
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes the Police Resources Bill to be tabled in the House of Lords by Lord Wigley to ensure sufficient resources go to police services in order to carry out their statutory duties; supports an annual review of the resourcing of all security and police services; and calls …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
29th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the National Health Service (Mandate Requirements) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 445), dated 20 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 20 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Green Party: 1
11th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 20th July 2017
SALE OF NHS PROFESSIONALS
Tabled by:
Eleanor Smith (Labour - Wolverhampton South West)
That this House recognises the value and effectiveness of the NHS; notes the success of NHS Professionals in supplying short-term and flexible staff to NHS trusts with staffing gaps at a very low overhead cost; understands that private agencies perform the same function at a higher cost by charging expensive …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
19th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th July 2017
TREATY ON THE PROHIBITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the United Nations concluded a legally-binding Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons with the object of leading to the total elimination of nuclear weapons; welcomes the fact that the treaty was adopted by 122 states with just one vote against …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017
ASYLUM SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Refugee Action, Slipping Through The Cracks, that a failure by the Home Office to follow its own guidance for supporting those seeking asylum in the UK is resulting in vulnerable people being wrongly denied assistance …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is very concerned that no state which currently possesses nuclear weapons particpated in the renewed UN discussions on a Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty, which will conclude in July 2017; believes that this is the most significant legislative move for nuclear disarmament for some time; understands that the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ERASMUS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of the EU's Erasmus Plus programme which has provided study exchange and traineeship opportunities across EU member states and Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Turkey and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; notes that 1,600 Scottish students participated between 2014 and 2015; further notes that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
WOMEN AGAINST STATE PENSION INEQUALITY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes it has a moral duty to ensure that there is a fair transition for women born on or after 6 April 1951 regarding their pensions; recognises the need for a non-means tested bridging pension that will secure the financial stability of those affected by the 1995 …
197 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 122
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
STATE VISIT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores the recent actions taken by US President Donald Trump, including his comments about the Mayor of London, in the wake of the London Bridge terrorist attack and his decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Change Deal; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 14
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th June 2017
CONTRIBUTION OF THE CO-OPERATIVE ECONOMY
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House recognises the beneficial role the co-operative sector plays within the wider economy, in 2017 the sector's economic contribution to the UK economy was £36 billion; notes that the co-operative movement ably demonstrates a better way of doing business, where wealth and power are shared, as almost 14 …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017
LOWERING THE VOTING AGE TO 16
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 16 year olds can enter into marriage and civil partnerships, pay income tax and national insurance, obtain social security benefits in their own right, become a company director, consent to medical treatment, and join the armed forces, a political party or a trade union; believes …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
GREAT GET TOGETHER
Tabled by:
Tracy Brabin (Labour (Co-op) - Batley and Spen)
That this House extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who took part in Great Get Together events in Batley and Spen and across the UK over the weekend of 17 and 18 June; notes the importance of remembering that we have more in common than that which divides us; further …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
UBER REGULATION IN THE WEST MIDLANDS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned that companies such as Uber, that use smartphone apps, are operating without due care and attention to taxi and minicab regulations in the West Midlands; expresses further concern that Uber is entrenching its market position at the expense of minicabs that are fully licensed, by …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
HUNTING ACT 2004
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to maintain and strengthen the Hunting Act 2004; notes that 84 per cent of the public support the ban on fox hunting; believes that the Government should close loopholes protecting those breaking the law and introduce tougher penalties in line with other animal …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
BAN ON FOX HUNTING
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that fox hunting has no place in modern Britain and will resist any attempt to repeal the Hunting Act 2004.
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
BRAVERY AND ROLE OF FIREFIGHTERS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House pays tribute to the incredible bravery of the firefighters who tackled the horrific fire at Grenfell Tower; recognises that firefighters went into the face of extraordinary danger in service of the public; notes that firefighters carry out this service daily throughout the UK; further recognises that they …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st June 2017
Lloyd Russell-Moyle signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
CUSTOMS UNION MEMBERSHIP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes the benefits of UK membership of the EU Customs Union which removes costly and time-consuming customs processes and red tape for trade with other EU member states, allows the operation of a soft Northern Ireland-Republic of Ireland border that would be in jeopardy were the UK …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1