30th October 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2019
Support for UK pensioners living abroad with frozen pensions
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes the announcement made on 1 September 2019 that UK pensioners living in the EU will continue to receive their full uprated UK state pension for three years regardless of the outcome of Brexit; regrets that those pensioners have not been given longer term certainty about pension …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd October 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd 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
23rd April 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th September 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
4th September 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
HONG KONG CITIZENS
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House calls on the Government to seek agreement with some of the other 53 Commonwealth countries to provide Hong Kong citizens with a second citizenship and potential place of abode; insists that the UK will not accept the abandonment of the so-called two systems in one country, guaranteed …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st May 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
POLICE WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS PENSION EQUALITY
Tabled by:
Holly Lynch (Labour - Halifax)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution of all who have served, and continue to serve, in the police force, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the protection of others; acknowledges that the support provided by the spouse of a police officer is crucial both emotionally and practically; …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
NORTHERN IRELAND VICTIM DEFINITION
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House objects that the definition of victim in the Victims and Survivors (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and in the context of The Northern Ireland Troubles equates injured and deceased perpetrators with the innocent victims they harmed; deeply regrets that it was this House that passed that legislation; recognises …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
29th April 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd May 2019
ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House strongly condemns suppression of the Iranian people by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its fostering of terrorism in the region; notes the US Authorities' decision to designate the IRGC as a foreign terrorist organisation; agrees that the Iran regime is the greatest threat not only …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th March 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 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
4th February 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 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
11th April 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
Exiting the European Union
Tabled by:
William Cash (Conservative - Stone)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (Exit Day) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 859), dated 11 April 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 April 2019, be annulled.
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 69
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Non-affiliated: 1
5th March 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 11th 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
4th March 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th 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
9th January 2019
Nigel Evans 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
8th January 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
KINGSMILL ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with great sorrow the anniversary of the sectarian slaughter in January 1976 of 11 Protestant workmen at Kingsmill in south Armagh by unrepentant IRA terrorists; notes the bravery of the men including the sole survivor Alan Black who at first attempted to protect the single Catholic …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
7th January 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
8th January 2019
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
ATTACKS ON CHRISTIANS IN EGYPT (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the latest attacks on Christians at their church in Egypt; sends sincere sympathies to the family of the bomb disposal expert who was killed whilst defusing the bomb; assures the Egyptian Government of UK support to defeat terrorism; and reiterates support for Christians in Egypt and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
19th December 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
TOUGHER SENTENCES FOR PERPETRATORS OF VIOLENT CRIME
Tabled by:
Andrea Jenkyns (Conservative - Morley and Outwood)
That this House believes that keeping perpetrators of violent crime off the street will send the right message to people that might engage in such acts, help keep the public safe and deter further violent offences; further believes that tougher sentences for perpetrators of violent crime will reaffirm and where …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
19th December 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
FARM FATALITIES IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern that Farm Fatalities are at a 6 year high in Northern Ireland; calls upon the Ulster Farmers Union and National Farmers Union and governmental bodies to work in closer cooperation to raise awareness of dangers on the farm and precautions and safeguards that can be …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
17th December 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 10th January 2019
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
11th December 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th December 2018
TEMPORARY COMMONS CHAMBER DURING RENOVATIONS TO THE PALACE OF WESTMINSTER
Tabled by:
Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that the proposal to demolish Richmond House is an environmentally unsound and financially wasteful destruction of a perfectly usable office building; recognises that the recommendation of the Joint Committee of the Palace of Westminster to build a temporary Commons chamber in the courtyard of Richmond House …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
16th May 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th November 2018
CWMNI CLETWR, TRE'R DDOL
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House congratulates Cwmni Cletwr a community-owned project in Tre'r Ddol, on celebrating its fifth anniversary; recognises the positive impact the not-for-profit, community-run shop, café and hub has had on the local community since its opening in 2013; acknowledges the tireless work carried out by volunteers who give up …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018
REMEMBERING HMY IOLAIRE
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers that more than 200 sailors lost their lives when HMY Iolaire sank on 1 January 1919 as it approached Stornoway Harbour bringing sailors home from the war, just yards from shore and within sight of home; and commends all those in Na h-Eileanan an lar involved …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 15
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
QUEENS PARK AND THE GREAT WAR 1914 TO 1918 PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the Queen's Park and the Great War project for compiling a complete picture of the club's involvement in the Great War; pays tribute to Queen's Park Football Club for raising awareness and understanding in both the club and the wider community of the impact of the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
100 YEARS OF POLISH INDEPENDENCE
Tabled by:
Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House notes that on 11 November 2018 Poland celebrates 100 years of independence; further notes that this freedom was guaranteed by the Treaty of Versailles which Britain supported; notes that the huge contribution of the Polish people to Britain during the Second World War, and the contribution that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
AYURVEDA DAY
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House celebrates the 3rd Ayurveda Day, on 12 November 2018, espoused by the Government of India in 2016; recognises that health means wholeness and that to promote health in the individual and in society a holistic approach is needed, and at the heart of which is a comprehensive …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
SCOTTISH WOMEN'S FOOTBALL CUP FINAL 2018
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates all those involved in the 2018 SSE Scottish Women's Football Cup Final, held at Partick Thistle's Firhill Stadium in Glasgow on 4 November 2018; further congratulates Hibernian on winning the cup for the third consecutive time, with an 8-0 win over Motherwell who appeared in a …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
5th November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018
SELF CARE WEEK
Tabled by:
Kevin Barron (Labour - Rother Valley)
That this House welcomes Self Care Week, 12 to 18 November 2018, which aims to raise awareness of the benefits of self care and encourage people to Choose Self Care for Life; congratulates the Self Care Forum for organising Self Care Week and its ongoing work to promote self care; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018
ROMANIAN CENTENNIAL
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House congratulates Romania on its forthcoming centennial; conveys to the Romanian Government and people every good wish for its National Day on 1 December; recognises and appreciates the vital contribution Romanians make to life throughout the UK including the NHS, the City of London, hospitality and tourism, education …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
31st October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
30th October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th November 2018
RESEARCH INTO DIABETES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the £260,000 grant for research into diabetes at Queens University Belfast from the British Heart Foundation as a major help to combating the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease; and wishes Dr Andrians Margariti every success for her and team doing the research.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
10th October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 5th November 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
29th October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 31st October 2018
VICHAI SRIVADDHANAPRABHA, CHAIRMAN OF LEICESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House expresses deep sorrow at the tragic death of Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha the chairman of Leicester City Football Club in a horrific accident on 27 October 2018; also mourns the loss of the other four victims of the tragedy; recognises Khun Vichai's outstanding leadership of the club; further recognises …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd October 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 29th 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
8th May 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 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
16th July 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 19th July 2018
ATTEMPTED BOMBING OF IRANIAN OPPOSITION IN PARIS
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House strongly condemns the attempted bombing at the gathering of the Iranian opposition in Paris, Free Iran - The Altemative; notes Belgian prosecutors have announced that two Belgian nationals of Iranian origin were charged with attempted terrorist murder and the preparation of a terrorist offence and both are …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th June 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
GENA TURGEL MBE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House pays tribute to Gena Turgel MBE following her sad passing on 7 June 2018; remembers Gena for her determination to educate about her story of surviving the Krakow ghetto, Plaznow concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Buchenwald and Bergen-Belsen, where she was eventually liberated and married one of her liberators, …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th July 2018
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GEORGIA 100TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jonathan Djanogly (Conservative - Huntingdon)
That this House congratulates the people of Georgia on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the declaration of independence; welcomes the growth of political relations and cooperation in a variety of fields between the UK and Georgia, including intensifying inter-parliamentary cooperation; encourages further development of bilateral trade, economic and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th May 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 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
10th July 2017
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12th JULY CELEBRATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 327th anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne celebrated on 12 July 2017; and joins with people from all classes and creeds in Northern Ireland, Scotland, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and other Commonwealth countries in celebrating this day of culture, history and heritage.
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
2nd May 2018
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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
24th April 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd May 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
16th April 2018
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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
26th March 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 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
15th March 2018
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st March 2018
CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION IN TELFORD
Tabled by:
Lucy Allan (Independent - Telford)
That this House expresses concern about the scale of child sexual exploitation in Telford; notes that, in 2015-16, Telford had the highest number of child sexual offences recorded, per head of population, in each of the 317 community safety partnerships in England and Wales; recognises the horrific abuse and suffering …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st February 2018
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150TH OPEN
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House welcomes the decision by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews to stage the 150th Open at St Andrews from 11 to 18 July 2021; notes that this will be the 30th time that The Open has been played over the historic Old Course, which …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
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DEDICATION OF CARRIAGE GATES TO PC KEITH PALMER
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House believes that the Carriage Gates should be named the Palmer Gates, to commemorate the life and professional service of PC Keith Palmer and to mark his gallantry and ultimate sacrifice in putting his life before those he courageously sought to defend; acknowledges its profound gratitude to PC …
133 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd January 2018
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EXPEDITION ICE MAIDEN
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the Ice Maiden team for successfully crossing Antarctica unsupported, towing sledges by muscle-power alone over more than 1,000 miles in one of the world's most extreme and hostile environments, and arriving two days ahead of schedule on 20 January 2018; notes that this is the first …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
11th December 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2018
SIKH SOLDIERS IN WW1
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, Sikh troops, along with counterparts …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2017
Nigel Evans 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
31st October 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd November 2017
ROLE OF IRAN'S ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House joins the Government to express serious concerns over the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) role in human rights violations in Iran and support for terrorism abroad, including destabilising activities in the region and reports of Iran's links and backing of military and proscribed groups; notes that the …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2017
6 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2017
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INSURANCE PREMIUM TAX
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes that insurance premium tax (IPT) has doubled since 2015; further notes that, since it was introduced in 1994, IPT has risen at a faster rate than tax on tobacco; understands that IPT now accounts for more tax revenue than duty on beer, cider and spirits; believes …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th October 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 31st 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
Nigel Evans 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
30th October 2017
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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
18th July 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 23rd October 2017
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ZERO TOLERANCE CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that 2017 marks 25 years since the launch of the Zero Tolerance campaign in Scotland; understands that the Zero Tolerance campaign was instigated by Evelyn Gillan, Campaigns Officer at Edinburgh District Council, and initially ran over a six month period in 1992 to highlight the effect …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
8th March 2017
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ANAKINRA
Tabled by:
David Morris (Conservative - Morecambe and Lunesdale)
That this House notes the decision by NICE to stop the availability of the drug anakinra for patients who have been diagnosed with the rare condition Tumour Necrosis Factor Receptor Periodic Syndrome after March 2016; further notes that the decision was to allow the use of anakinra in exceptional circumstances; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th March 2017
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EFFECT OF TAX ON SCOTCH WHISKY INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that the Chancellor of the Exchequer has increased excise duty on Scotch Whisky by 3.9 per cent in the Spring Budget; understands that the tax burden on the average priced bottle of Scotch Whisky is now 79 per cent; recognises that this level of taxation undermines …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
VOICE OF THE FUTURE 2017
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Biology on organising Voice of the Future 2017 on 15 March 2017 at the House of Commons and on its continuing commitment under its Royal Charter to serve the public benefit by seeking to assist right hon. and hon. Members with a …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
8th March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
FUTURE OF THE RMS QUEEN MARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with grave concern a recent report on the present condition of the RMS Queen Mary, permanently moored as a tourist attraction in California, that outlines a catalogue of faults which, unless addressed, could lead to the vessel being mothballed within a decade; believes that the historic …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
IRAN'S INFLUENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is extremely concerned by the growing domestic human rights violations in Iran and the high number of executions; highlights the role of Islamic Revolutionary Guards' (IRGC) increase in its domestic crackdown, including the arrest of activists, dissidents and dual nationals on trumped-up charges; is very disturbed by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
TERMINAL ILLNESS AND THE MARIE CURIE GREAT DAFFODIL APPEAL LAUNCH
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House recognises the impact of living with a terminal illness and highlights the need for care and support for all those affected; is deeply concerned that as many as 110,000 people across the UK who should have access to this high quality care and support are currently missing …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2017
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this notes that 3 March 2017 is Big Yellow Friday, and congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern there are over 100 different liver diseases …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House supports Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month which takes place in March 2017; notes that over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer across the UK each year; is concerned that just one in five women are able to name the lead symptom of bloating; recognises that early diagnosis …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
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LONDON SKOLARS VERSUS TORONTO WOLFPACK RUGBY LEAGUE MATCH
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the historic rugby league match taking place between London Skolars and Toronto Wolfpack at Skolars' New River Stadium in Haringey, London on 4 March 2017; wishes both clubs and all teams well for the game; notes that this will be the first league fixture for Canadian …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
21st February 2017
26 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Neath and Swansea East)
That this House notes that approximately 5,000 infants and children pass away each year in the UK; further notes that the cost of children's funerals imposes a significant and unexpected financial burden on bereaved parents; recognises that some local authorities, as well as religious officiants and undertakers, currently waive all …
169 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 124
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th November 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
TRIGGERING OF ARTICLE 50
Tabled by:
John Penrose (Conservative - Weston-super-Mare)
That this House supports the triggering of Article 50 of the Treaty on the European Union according to the Government's timetable.
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 35
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
14th September 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
SCRAPPING SCHOOL SPRINKLERS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House deplores the decision to scrap the expectation that sprinklers will be installed in all new school buildings except for low risk schools; believes that such a retrograde measure could compromise the safety of children, staff, local communities and firefighters; recognises that sprinkler systems help ensure swift evacuation …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st November 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
DEATH OF THE KING OF THAILAND
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House sends its condolences to the royal family of Thailand, the people of Thailand and the Thai diaspora community in the UK following the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who ruled Thailand for more than 70 years and was greatly respected at home and around the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st November 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
ENGLAND VS SCOTLAND AND WEARING THE POPPY
Tabled by:
Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House calls on FIFA to permit the teams of both England and Scotland to commemorate those that gave the ultimate sacrifice by wearing the poppy during their World Cup qualifying match at Wembley on Armistice Day; notes that the poppy should not be seen as a political symbol …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
STAND UP TO CANCER 2016
Tabled by:
Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House welcomes Stand Up To Cancer 2016 fundraising partnership between Cancer Research UK and public service broadcaster Channel 4; recognises that one in two people in the UK will be affected by cancer in their lifetime; notes the importance of Cancer Research UK's translational research, with clinical trials …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th October 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
JIMMY PERRY AND DAD'S ARMY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses sorrow at the passing of Jimmy Perry, the creator, writer and inspiration for the popular television show Dad's Army; recognises all the joy and laughter that his skill provided homes across the UK as one of the finest quintessential British televison shows; and passes on sincere …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th October 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
BRITISH PUB WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes British Pub Week which runs from 28 October until 5 November 2016; supports the aims of British Pub Week to celebrate the great British pub, to unite the pub sector and to encourage people up and down the country to visit pubs; encourages people to visit …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th October 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd November 2016
FOUR NATIONS RUGBY LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the Four Nations Rugby League tournament between England, Scotland, New Zealand and Australia; further welcomes the players and staff of the visiting New Zealand and Australian rugby league teams to the UK for the tournament; wishes all involved well in what will be an outstanding tournament …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd November 2016
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BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORIES, CROWN DEPENDENCIES AND REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution by members of the Her Majesty's armed services from each of the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies in wars and conflicts over the centuries, fighting for Queen, or King and Country; believes that the sacrifices of all these brave men and women …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
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THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AND BBC1
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House calls upon the British Broadcasting Corporation to restore the British National Anthem on BBC1 at the end of each day's programming, before the switch over to BBC News 24; regrets the decision on the 3 October 1997 to play God Save The Queen on BBC1 for the …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
WORLD ARTHRITIS DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Liz McInnes (Labour - Heywood and Middleton)
That this House recognises that 10 million people in the UK are living and working with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions; further recognises that the pain, isolation and fatigue of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions can affect every aspect of the daily lives of the people living with these conditions, interfering with …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 22
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises the important role fulfilled by prison officers in the criminal justice system and the physical and often dangerous nature of their work; further recognises that prison officers perform a vital front line role akin to other first response and emergency services; notes with concern that the …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 23 TO 29 MAY 2016
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House welcomes and supports the advent of Children's Hospice Week, the UK's awareness and fundraising week for the 49,000 children and young people with life-shortening conditions, their families and the palliative care services that support them; recognises the huge contribution that hospices and children's palliative care charities play …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016
RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th May 2016
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DOWN'S SYNDROME, DON'T SCREEN US OUT CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House joins people with Down’s syndrome, their families and advocacy groups supporting the Don’t Screen Us Out campaign in being deeply concerned that the UK National Screening Committee has proposed that cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing be introduced into the UK’s Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme (FASP); acknowledges that these …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th April 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 14th April 2016
CYSTIC FIBROSIS TRUST - ACCESS TO ORKAMBI
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes that the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has found Orkambi to be effective and important for managing cystic fibrosis; regrets that uncertainty around its long-term effect and its high cost means NICE cannot yet recommend the drug to the NHS; commends the initiative …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
18th November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 14th April 2016
RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong Armed Forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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STOKE GIFFORD PARISH COUNCIL PARK RUN DECISION
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House expresses disappointment at the decision of Stoke Gifford Parish Council to begin charging Parkrun for use of its parks, becoming the first in the world to do so, effectively destroying the central ethos of Parkrun; notes that Parkrun is an organisation which provides a free, timed five …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th March 2016
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KIDS COUNT - MP CONSTITUENCY COMMENDATION
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Kids Count - MP Constituency Commendations; understands that these commendations encourage hon. Members to give young people and community groups in their constituencies, who do wonderful work for those around them, the recognition and thanks that they richly deserve; notes that the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st March 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Glasgow Film Festival (GFF) took place from 17 to 28 February 2016; recognises that this year's GFF, which was hosted in the Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) and several other iconic venues across Glasgow, hosted 60 UK film premieres and recorded over 42,000 admissions to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
1st March 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
RECORD COPIES OF ACTS
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House disagrees with the conclusion of the House of Commons Administration Committee in its First Report of Session 2015-16, and regrets the decision by the House of Lords to discontinue the use of vellum for printing Acts of Parliament; further regrets that the views of individual hon. Members …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 20
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th February 2016
65 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
POLITICAL SITUATION IN KOSOVO
Tabled by:
Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham)
That this House welcomes the eighth anniversary of Kosovo's independence and the progress that Kosovo has made in these few short years towards establishing its place in the international community, growing its economy and improving relations with Serbia; notes with concern, however, that recent political tensions in Kosovo threaten to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
CAPTAIN ERIC BROWN CBE DSC AFC ROYAL NAVY (No.2)
Tabled by:
Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative - Mid Sussex)
That this House pays tribute to the late Captain Eric Melrose "Winkle" Brown CBE DSC AFC Royal Navy for his outstanding service to our country, to naval aviation and to the cause of reconciliation; notes that he flew more aircraft types, 487, than any other person in the world, a …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
LEGAL PROTECTION FOR UNBORN CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House welcomes the verdict in R v Wilson wherein Kevin Wilson, who repeatedly stamped on his ex-girlfriend's stomach in order to bring about the death of her unborn child, was sentenced to at least 16 years in prison; considers that the punishment is appropriate to the severity of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 1
24th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes Fairtrade Fortnight 2016, which runs from 29 February to 13 March, and this year's Big Fairtrade Breakfast theme; commends the work done by schools and community and faith groups across the UK in promoting Fairtrade Fortnight; notes the difference made to producers in the developing world …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
COLOMBIAN PEACE PROCESS
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House commends the historic advances reached by the government of the Republic of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia as part of the peace process taking place in Havana; calls on both sides to continue the talks, overcome any recent difficulties and return to constructive engagement …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016
TORTURE, EXECUTIONS AND PUNISHMENTS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is alarmed by the continuing steep rise in executions during Hassan Rouhani's presidential tenure in Iran over the last two years; notes the widespread sentencing of degrading and inhumane medieval judicial punishments, including public hangings and floggings, prisoners being paraded in streets, torture, limb amputations and eye …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th February 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th February 2016
SUPPORT FOR ROYAL NAVY AND ROYAL MARINES SERVICE LEAVERS
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate service charities and those charities and the Armed Forces of the Crown; accordingly welcomes the launch of the Shipmates and Oppos programme for the support of all Service Leavers of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their Reserves; congratulates …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
AUSTRALIA DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes that 26 January marks Australia's national day, commemorating the anniversary of the day on which Captain Arthur Philip in 1788 unfurled the union flag at Sydney Cove; recognises the strong historical bonds reinforced through the military, sport, the media and the arts, and the shared heritage …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th January 2016
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RIBBLE VALLEY FLOODING
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes the visit to Whalley by Government ministers and Sir James Bevan, the Chief Executive of the Environment Agency, who were able to witness for themselves the devastation caused by the Boxing Day 2015 floods which resulted in over 300 households and businesses being flooded; calls on …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th January 2016
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RIBBLE VALLEY FLOODING (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes that some of the worst flooding on record took place in the Ribble Valley during the Christmas 2015 period, with over 300 homes and businesses flooded; recognises the dedication of many in the community, and in particular Gillian Darbyshire and the Whalley Lions, Neil Martin, Mags …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th January 2016
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th January 2016
BEER DUTY IN THE 2016 BUDGET
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House welcomes the ending of the beer duty escalator and the impact of the unprecedented three successive beer duty cuts in the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Budgets in supporting the growth of Britain's breweries and underpinning confidence in the UK's pubs; notes that this has led to an …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
WORLD AIDS DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises World AIDS Day 2015 which takes place on 1 December 2015; further recognises that the day allows for people throughout the world to unite in support of the fight against HIV; notes that many parliamentarians, as well as the wider public, have shown their support for …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
MANDATORY INSTALLATION OF CCTV IN SLAUGHTERHOUSES
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals for the mandatory installation of closed circuit television (CCTV) in UK slaughterhouses with independent monitoring of the footage; notes that a 2014 YouGov poll found that, of those who expressed a view, 87 per cent support mandatory CCTV …
142 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 71
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th November 2015
CAMP LIBERTY ROCKET ATTACK
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House believes that the 29 October 2015 rocket attack on Camp Liberty, home to over 2,200 defenceless members of Iran's democratic opposition, the PMOI, who are Protected Persons under International Law and political refugees, which resulted in 24 camp residents being killed and many more injured, constitutes a …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 15
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2015
WORLD TOILET DAY 2015
Tabled by:
William Cash (Conservative - Stone)
That this House welcomes World Toilet Day 2015 which falls on 19 November; is concerned that 2.5 billion people are without access to basic sanitation and that 700 million people are without access to safe water globally; recognises the centrality of water, sanitation and hygiene to progress on other key …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th October 2015
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VISIT ENGLAND - GREAT PLACES FUND
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls the recent Government triennial review of Visit England and Visit Britain and the report from the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on English tourism which recognised the need more fully to realise the potential of the country's regions and to create a national product development fund …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd November 2015
CO-OPERATION BY SERVICE CHARITIES
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House recognises the need for greater co-operation between separate Services Charities: accordingly, welcomes the recent battlefield tour, for wounded veterans of all ages, to Ypres, organised and run by The Not Forgotten Association in co-operation with the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association and Combat Stress; acknowledges, in this Great …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
2nd November 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd November 2015
REDUCED PRICE OF CHRISTMAS CARD STAMPS
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House recognises that with 900 million festive cards sold in the UK each year, the sending and receiving of Christmas cards is one of the great traditions of the festive season; notes that sales have declined by over 100 million from 1.02 billion in 2005; is concerned that …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th October 2015
LEWIS HAMILTON'S THIRD FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates Lewis Hamilton on his victory in the US Grand Prix; applauds him on winning a third Drivers' World Championship; considers Mr Hamilton a role model for young people; and wishes him many more successes in future World Championships.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th October 2015
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NATIONAL LORRY WEEK
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes National Lorry Week, which runs from 26 to 31 October 2015; celebrates the work of professional drivers, hauliers, manufacturers, engineers and all those involved in the road haulage sector which plays a crucial and central role in the British economy; draws attention to the challenges affecting …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th September 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015
USE OF THE TERM EUROPEAN UNION
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House deprecates the frequent use of the term Europe when what is meant is the European Union; considers Europe to be a wonderful continent of great nations and great peoples, of great beauty and culture, and that the European Union is simply a political structure covering many of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
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POTHOLES IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes the RAC's 2015 report on motoring, which polled a sample of motorists in the UK who believe that the quality of roads has deteriorated in the last 12 months; applauds the Government's additional funding for repairing potholes, but believes that this is inadequate to address the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
8th September 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015
SCHOOL TRANSPORT
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House notes the growing practice of local authorities in refusing financially to support children on school transport to the school of their choice; further notes that the Government believes in parental choice where possible; notes that local authorities are refusing to support school transport costs where the child …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
14th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th July 2015
LANDROVER DEFENDERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that it is the end of the road for Landrover Defenders; acknowledges that, for many, this is the end of an era, with the final month's production of what has affectionately been called the Queen's favourite bone rattler; and salutes the passing of what was regarded …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
14th July 2015
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RECOGNITION OF NON-FORMAL EDUCATION
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises the excellent work that the Head Teacher of St. Kentigern's Academy has carried out for young people in West Lothian, and across Scotland, on the development of character through non-formal education, specifically through school and the Scouts; considers that non-formal education and volunteering has an important …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
14th July 2015
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REMANUFACTURING OF PAINT
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes that the average UK household harbours over 15 cans of leftover paint; encourages the remanufacturing of paint and seeks to increase the reuse rate of leftover decorative paint from two per cent to 50 per cent, decreasing the use of landfill sites for paint disposal; acknowledges …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
14th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
ANTHONY NOLAN DESTINATION: CURE REPORT AND STEM CELL DONATION
Tabled by:
Colleen Fletcher (Labour - Coventry North East)
That this House is concerned that, of the estimated 11,300 blood cancer patients in the UK who will need a stem cell transplant in the next five years, one in eight will fail to find the matching donor they need; is further concerned that the odds of finding a donor …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
THE LIVING WAGE AT FOOTBALL CLUBS
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the recent commitment of Premier League football clubs to pay the living wage to all full-time employees; notes that the average salary of a Premier League footballer is over £40,000 per week but that many Premier League football clubs still do not pay all contracted and …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
13th July 2015
21 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
DR ION JINGA, DEPARTING AMBASSADOR OF ROMANIA
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends the work of the outgoing Ambassador of Romania to the UK, Dr Ion Jinga, who has played a significant part in developing relations between the two countries; recognises Dr Jinga's deep historical understanding of the Romanian-British relationship, and the effective and skilled manner in which he …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
THE MUNICIPALITY AND FIRE SERVICE OF YPRES
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House pays tribute to, thanks and congratulates the fire service personnel in Ypres, Belgium, who on the evening of Thursday 9 July 2015 played the Last Post at the Menin Gate for the 30,000th time; and notes that this act of remembrance and dedication by the fire brigade …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
GLASGOW SAFE TAXI SCHEME
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow Caledonian University's Students' Association and Glasgow Taxis for their response to the community safety concerns of students in creating the Safe Taxi scheme; notes that the simple act of presenting a student card will allow students to get an …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
FORTH BRIDGE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Tabled by:
Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes, with great pleasure, the listing of that triumph of Victorian design, the Forth Bridge, also known as the Forth Rail Bridge, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fifth such site of special cultural or physical significance in Scotland, and the 28th in these islands; welcomes …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
TREATMENT OF YAZIDI WOMEN AND MINORITIES BY ISIL
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House remains extremely concerned about the treatment of minorities in Iraq and parts of Syria by ISIL (also known as Daesh), and in particular the persecution of Yazidi women, who have been brutally targeted since August 2014 and who continue to be held in ISIL captivity in large …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
PET SAFE LABELLING
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House notes the recent survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners in the UK by More Than insurance, which showed that 78 per cent of British gardens contain plants that are toxic to cats and dogs; is concerned that 31 per cent of respondents did not realise that …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
CONFLICT IN SUDAN AND SOUTH SUDAN
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is deeply concerned about ongoing conflict, humanitarian crises and human rights challenges in Sudan and South Sudan; notes the UK's important contribution to the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement that ended one of Africa's longest running civil wars and led to the secession of South Sudan; is gravely …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Edward Leigh (Conservative - Gainsborough)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is increasing its mandatory fees for all 16 regulated professions by a massive 12.5 per cent on 1 August 2015; further notes that this follows a five per cent increase in 2014, breaches an undertaking not to review …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
OPENING OF CASTELL ABERTEIFI/CARDIGAN CASTLE
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House welcomes the official opening of Castell Aberteifi/Cardigan Castle that took place on 25 June 2015 after a 14 year restoration campaign by the local community; notes the importance of the castle to Welsh history, having been the location of the first Eisteddfod in 1176 under the Lord …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
7th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
NEWTOWNARDS BOMB
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that it has been 22 years since the horrific car bomb that caused massive destruction in Newtownards on 5 July 1993; recalls that despite this being one of the biggest car bombs ever to explode in Northern Ireland, the perpetrators have not been found; and calls …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
7th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
NATIONAL FARMERS' UNION
Tabled by:
David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House supports the campaign by the National Farmers' Union to improve safety on the farm; and requests that greater assistance be offered to highlight the educational campaign to make farm buildings and land a safer place for all who work there.
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th July 2015
PUBLIC INVESTMENT IN CREATIVE ENTERPRISES
Tabled by:
Fiona Mactaggart (Labour - Slough)
That this House notes the Centre for Economics and Business Research's finding that arts and culture in England contributes £7.7 billion to the UK economy from an investment of 0.1 per cent of public spending; further notes statements published by the Creative Industries Federation from leaders in creative businesses that …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
GREECE AND THE EURO ZONE
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House considers that the current crisis engulfing Greece and the Eurozone has demonstrated beyond argument that the single currency project is fundamentally flawed and that modern national economies need their own currencies capable of flexing their international values as vital instruments of macroeconomic policy together with domestic interest …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th June 2015
ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day (PLD) on 23 June 2015 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and the New Parliament; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th June 2015
AIR PASSENGER DUTY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises the economic importance attached to reduced air passenger duty (APD); notes the recent decision by the government of the Irish Republic to sell its stake in Aer Lingus to AIG, British Airways' parent company; acknowledges that this commercial decision could place Dublin as a major hub …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
10th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY PUBLIC HOUSES
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of British beer and community pubs, which support almost 900,000 jobs and contribute £22 billion to UK GDP; believes that well-run pubs are an important community meeting place and the best place to enjoy alcohol responsibly; notes that more …
148 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 22
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
9th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
CAFFÈ NERO AND CORPORATION TAX
Tabled by:
David T C Davies (Conservative - Monmouth)
That this House is dismayed that despite making over £20 million of profit last year, Caffè Nero has not paid a penny in corporation tax; and calls on the directors of Caffè Nero to remedy this situation urgently.
63 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
ROYAL MAIL COMMEMORATION OF SCOTLAND'S HISTORY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House marks the 50th anniversary of Royal Mail's modern Special Stamp programme; notes that 2,663 Special Stamps have been issued since July 1965 and have represented, in each year, the ever evolving society and culture of the nation; welcomes the publication of the most recent Special Stamps, which …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
THE BIG SHAVE OFF
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House praises the efforts of Paul Kehoe, one of the House's doorkeepers and a servant of the House for 37 years, in supporting The Big Shave Off in order to raise funds for charities involved with autism, Alzheimer's, Cancer UK, Help the Heroes and prostate cancer; is impressed …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
9th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
SUE RYDER DYING DOESN'T WORK 9 TO 5 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Sarah Champion (Labour - Rotherham)
That this House expresses support for Sue Ryder's campaign, Dying doesn't work 9 to 5 and believes that all dying people, their carers and families should have access to dedicated 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week, palliative advice and support and co-ordination; further expresses concern that only eight per cent of clinical …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
UN INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA, 21 JUNE 2015
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the first International Day of Yoga, on 21 June 2015, adopted by the UN General Assembly; recognises that this event was formalised after diplomatic efforts by the Indian government, and following Prime Minister Modi's promotion of yoga to the General Assembly; notes that yoga has a …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF GLASGOW'S WEST END FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the internationally-acclaimed West End Festival, which takes place in Glasgow from 5 to 28 June 2015 and is the city's largest multicultural event, celebrating 20 years of dynamic local and international talent and involving over 100 organisations; understands that the festival includes the famous Carnival Parade, …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th June 2015
PARENTAL CHOICE AND CHURCH SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House believes that parental choice is an important part of the UK's education system; acknowledges the diverse range of education provision and different types of schools; recognises that Church schools predate state provision; commends the work of Church schools which are often serving the most disadvantaged areas and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
4th June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
CLASSIFICATION OF CHILDREN'S FANCY DRESS CLOTHES
Tabled by:
Teresa Pearce (Labour - Erith and Thamesmead)
That this House notes with concern that, at present, children's fancy dress costumes are classified as toys and, as such, are not necessarily fire-proofed or retardant; further notes that whilst fancy dress clothes have passed a flammability test and been awarded a CE mark this test, known as an EN71 …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
3rd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
BURNING ALIVE OF A 15 YEAR OLD CHRISTIAN BOY IN LAHORE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the beating, torture and burning alive of a 15 year old Christian boy Nauman Masih, on 9 April 2015, in Lahore, after he was identified as a Christian by two Muslim youths; and calls on the government of Pakistan to ensure that the perpetrators of this …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
2nd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
SCHOOL TRANSPORT FUNDING FOR 16-18 YEAR OLDS IN RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the benefits of keeping pupils in education or training up until the age of 18; notes the increased costs for pupils travelling vast distances to their nearest suitable centre of learning or training in sparse rural areas, compounded by the lack of existing transport infrastructure; further …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
PROPOSED STRATEGIC SMALL SURGERIES FUND
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that the funding formula for general practice surgeries disadvantages small rural practices, such as those in Coniston and Hawkshead, where Coniston surgery faces a drop in funding of £25,000 over seven years; notes that this loss in funding may result in these surgeries being forced to …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
ILLEGAL AND UNSUSTAINABLE TIMBER
Tabled by:
Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative - Richmond Park)
That this House notes the problem of illegal logging, estimated at between 15 per cent and 30 per cent of the international timber trade, which results in lost revenues for producer countries, environmental damage, loss of biodiversity and increased carbon emissions; further notes that the European Union's Timber Regulation (EUTR) …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
SUPERMARKET DISPOSAL OF EDIBLE FOOD
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes that the UK throws away 15 million tonnes of food and drink every year and that half of this food and drink could have been consumed; further notes that if people stop wasting edible food, the environmental benefit would be the equivalent of taking one in …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
1st June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Thursday 11th June 2015
7th INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM OF THE DIABETIC FOOT
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends the organisers, speakers and attendees at the seventh International Symposium of the Diabetic Foot; notes that the symposium is a large and influential health conference held in The Hague, to share best practice on treating and preventing the complications of diabetes; is deeply concerned that there …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd June 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd June 2015
DAIRY FARMERS
Tabled by:
Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker - Chorley)
That this House recognises the important role dairy farmers play in supplying dairy products to consumers; highlights the high quality dairy products which are supplied by local farmers and the benefits that dairy produce brings to providing a healthy, well-balanced diet; expresses concern at the way in which dairy farmers …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Speaker: 1
17th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th March 2015
INDIA'S DAUGHTER AND ENDING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the very powerful effect of Leslee Udwin's documentary, India's Daughter, inspired by the Indian peoples' response to the gang rape of a 23 year old medical student, Jyoti Singh, as demonstrated by the resulting month-long protests of men and women from all walks of life; further …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
17th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th March 2015
LESBIANS AND GAYS SUPPORT THE MINERS GROUP 1984-85 TO 2015
Tabled by:
Hywel Francis (Labour - Aberavon)
That this House places on record its thanks to the Lesbians and Gays Supports the Miners' Group for its solidarity with mining communities organised by the Neath, Dulais and Swansea Valley Miners' Support Group and many other mining families in other coalfields during the miners' strike of 1984-85; recognises the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
10th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015
SALVATION ARMY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Salvation Army on reaching its 150th anniversary; acknowledges the great work that General William Booth began and that still continues in communities throughout the UK to this day; and commends it for its passion and dedication in the service of others.
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015
HUDDERSFIELD LITERARY FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House celebrates the commencement of the Huddersfield Literature Festival taking place from 5 to 15 March 2015; applauds the innovative and high profile events it holds to support and showcase new, emerging writers and performers since its inception in 2006; joins the Festival and others like it in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
9th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015
THE LATE LORD MOLYNEAUX OF KILLEAD KBE PC
Tabled by:
Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Lord Molyneaux of Killead KBE PC who faithfully served the constituencies of South Antrim and Lagan Valley as a member of this House from 1970 to 1997 and was highly respected by colleagues across the political spectrum throughout his parliamentary career; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015
DIAGNOSIS OF ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Tabled by:
Charles Hendry (Conservative - Wealden)
That this House notes the ten-fold increase over 10 years of labelling children with diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); further notes the guidance by NICE on the serious potential side effects of pharmaceutical drugs prescribed for this condition; affirms that there are serious concerns about the overuse of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
4th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 16th March 2015
MAHATMA GANDHI STATUE IN PARLIAMENT SQUARE
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is delighted that the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Parliament Square will be unveiled on 14 March 2015 by the Prime Minister and Indian Finance Minister, Arun Jaitley; congratulates the various stakeholders, including the Gandhi Statue Memorial Trust, Councillor Robert Davies, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th March 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th March 2015
ENGLISH TOURISM WEEK, 14 TO 22 MARCH 2015
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
That this House recognises the importance of tourism to the national economy and to the Ribble Valley during English Tourism Week; and notes that local businesses such as The Whalley Wine Shop, Mytton Fold Hotel, Huntley's, D Byrne & Co and Cowman's Famous Sausage Shop encourage visitors to come to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2015
PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern over the continued unrest in Northern Nigeria which has left 2,000 people dead since 3 January 2015 and has displaced 30,000 people, with over 1,000 churches destroyed since 2009; and calls for better protection to be given to Christians in Northern Nigeria, particularly in light …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
12th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2015
INFORMATION PROVIDED TO SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE OR SEXUAL VIOLENCE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that if a perpetrator of domestic abuse or sexual violence is sentenced to less than 12 months the survivor of the abuse will not be routinely informed when the offender is released; and calls on the Government to take urgent steps to ensure that all survivors …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2015
MCKENZIE FRIENDS
Tabled by:
Elfyn Llwyd (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes that following the cuts in legal aid provision there has been an increase in people representing themselves in court with the assistance of a McKenzie Friend; understands that a McKenzie Friend is usually a non-lawyer and is often a friend or colleague of the litigant in …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2015
SUE RYDER DYING DOESN'T WORK 9 TO 5 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Sarah Champion (Labour - Rotherham)
That this House expresses support for Sue Ryder's campaign, Dying doesn't work 9 to 5, and believes that all dying people, their carers and families should have access to dedicated 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week, palliative advice and support and co-ordination; expresses concern that only eight per cent of clinical commissioning …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
10th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2015
USE OF DRONES AND INSURANCE
Tabled by:
John Hemming (Liberal Democrat - Birmingham, Yardley)
That this House notes the growth in the use of drones and increase in permits granted by 80 per cent in 2014; is concerned that the use of drones in national airspace will cause an accident potentially with serious harm to one or more people or damage to property; believes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th February 2015
NON-PAYMENT OF DAIRY FARMERS
Tabled by:
Nigel Evans (Conservative - Ribble Valley)
"at end add 'to use their influence and powers to promote public procurement of UK dairy products by the Government.'."
3 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
10th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th February 2015
AIR PASSENGER DUTY
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House acknowledges that UK levels of air passenger duty (APD) continue to be the highest in the world, and represent a growing barrier to trade, investment and tourism; notes the recommendation from the Smith Commission that responsibility for APD should be devolved to Scotland; further notes that the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
10th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th February 2015
KIDS COUNT CHARITY
Tabled by:
John Leech (Liberal Democrat - Manchester, Withington)
That this House applauds the work undertaken by the Kids Count Charity and associated bodies in raising awareness about issues affecting young people's lives; recognises that the charity gives children and young people a voice to determine and influence their own future; welcomes the publication Youth Crime: Bringing the voice …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
9th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th February 2015
PARKING ON PRIVATE LAND APPEALS AND PARKING DISCOUNTS
Tabled by:
John Hemming (Liberal Democrat - Birmingham, Yardley)
That this House notes that appeals can be made in respect of parking on private land to an independent body; further notes, however, that certain parking organisations will not give discounts for early payment to people who appeal to the Parking on Private Land Appeals (POPLA); and believes that this …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
9th February 2015
Nigel Evans signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th February 2015
TACKLING ANTI-SEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the publication of a report by the All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry into Anti-Semitism; welcomes the cross-party nature of the report and the positive engagement of a wide range of stakeholders in the process; further welcomes the inquiry panel's action plan to address the concerns of the Jewish …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1