Paula Sherriff - Early Day Motions

Paula Sherriff's 95 Early Day Motions

3rd September 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th September 2019

SITUATION IN KASHMIR

Tabled by: Khalid Mahmood (Labour - Birmingham, Perry Barr)
That this House calls on the Government to condemn Indian aggression in Kashmir; further calls on the Indian Government to reinstate the UN Security Council 1948 resolution 47 and Article 35a; calls on the Government in collaboration with the UN Security Council to provide the necessary resolution to stop the …

28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1

23rd July 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd July 2019

DEMOLITIONS IN EAST JERUSALEM

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House condemns the demolition of Palestinian buildings in the Sur Baher neighbourhood in East Jerusalem; notes that this is an area under the control of the Palestinian Authority under the Oslo Accords; further notes that these demolitions have been condemned by the EU, UN and both Israeli and …

60 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1

15th July 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 15th July 2019

ENGLAND CRICKET WORLD CUP 2019 CHAMPIONS

Tabled by: Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House applauds the victory by the men's England and Wales cricket team at the final of the lnternational Cricket Council's World Cup held at Lords; notes that it is the first men's England cricket team to win an ICC World Cup in any format; congratulates the team on …

36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1

19th June 2019

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PROCUREMENT OF ECO-FRIENDLY MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS TO END PERIOD POVERTY IN SCHOOLS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this house welcomes the Government's announcement of period poverty funding which will fight stigma around menstruation and provide free period products in primary and secondary schools across England; notes that 4.3 billion disposable menstrual products are used in the UK every year and an estimated 2.5 million tampons and …

67 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1

7th May 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019

FUNDING FORMULA FOR EDUCATION HEALTH AND CARE PLANS

Tabled by: Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
That this House notes that the Government's current formula for allocating financial resources to schools includes a requirement that schools themselves have to fund the first £6,000 of the support for the most disadvantaged Special Educational Needs pupils (SEND), those with Education Health and Care plans (EHCP), and that this …

55 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1

23rd April 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th May 2019

PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESTITUTION TO 1950s WOMEN

Tabled by: Anna McMorrin (Labour - Cardiff North)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; welcomes the equalisation of retirement ages between women and men; recalls that women born in the 1950s were subject to discriminatory employment …

225 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 131
Conservative: 24
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Crossbench: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1

23rd April 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Thursday 25th April 2019

PROPOSED STATE VISIT BY DONALD TRUMP

Tabled by: Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores the record of US President Donald Trump, including his misogynism, racism and xenophobia; condemns his previous comments on women, refugees and torture; further condemns his lack of action on climate change and failure to support the Paris Climate Change Deal; further deplores his sharing of online …

106 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 73
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1

5th March 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Thursday 28th March 2019

KASHMIR

Tabled by: Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House expresses its profound concern regarding the recent conflict between India and Pakistan over Kashmir; has been alarmed by the use of military action by India across Pakistani airspace and retaliatory air strikes from Pakistan; recognises the escalating tensions and human rights abuses as documented in last year’s …

30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

5th February 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Thursday 14th February 2019

Medicines

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Human Medicines (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 62), dated 14 January 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 January, be annulled.

46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1

23rd January 2019

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd January 2019

PARENTAL RIGHTS OF CONVICTED RAPISTS

Tabled by: Louise Haigh (Labour - Sheffield Heeley)
That this House notes the case of Sammy Woodhouse, in which a man convicted of rape and serving a 35-year prison sentence was notified of family court proceedings for the child he fathered as a result of the rape; further notes that the man had no parental responsibilities for the …

97 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

17th October 2018

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th October 2018

INTERNATIONAL STAMMERING AWARENESS DAY

Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House welcomes International Stammering Awareness Day on 22 October 2018, which aims to raise awareness and increase understanding of stammering, a speech condition that affects around one in 20 young children and one in 100 adults; recognises individuals and groups of volunteers and professionals who do incredible work …

66 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

9th October 2018

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HANGING HEATON CRICKET CLUB

Tabled by: Paula Sherriff (Labour - Dewsbury)
That this House recognises the significant achievements of Hanging Heaton Cricket Club, located on the Dewsbury-Batley border, on winning the Bradford League Twenty20 Cup, the Bradford Premier League, Yorkshire Premier League Cup, Bradford League Twenty20 Cup, Heavy Woollen Cup, which is England's oldest cricket competition, Black Sheep Yorkshire Champions Trophy …

3 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1

4th September 2018

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018

UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES

Tabled by: Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the decision of the US Administration to end its funding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which amounts to a reduction of nearly a third of UNRWA's operating budget; believes that such a move takes the Middle East further away from …

87 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1

5th June 2018

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SUNDERLAND LADIES AND THE RESTRUCTURING OF THE WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House expresses shock and dismay at the decision of the Football Association to deny Sunderland Ladies their rightful place in the top tier of English football; congratulates Sunderland Ladies on securing a respectable seventh place in the Women's Super League this season; notes the comments of Baroness Campbell, …

10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1

6th December 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th December 2017

ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANISATIONS

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the Department of Health consultation on Accountable Care Organisations which closed on 3 November 2017, which proposes changes to regulations required to facilitate the operation of an NHS Standard Contract (Accountable Care Models); further notes that the consultation states that the Government proposes to lay these …

158 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 114
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

15th November 2017

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WOMEN'S AND MEN'S 2017 RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House congratulates the England men's rugby league team on reaching the knockout stages of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup; notes that despite some good performances from the others, England are the only home nation remaining in the men's competition; further notes that England women's team are the …

17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1

5th September 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017

FLIGHT OF ROHINGYA REFUGEES FROM BURMA

Tabled by: Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with concern the increasing number of Rohingya refugees crossing from Burma into Bangladesh, with over 100,000 having fled violence, allegedly triggered by an attack by Rohingya militants on police posts, since the end of August; is very concerned about reports from many of those who have …

83 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1

27th June 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th July 2017

WOMEN AGAINST STATE PENSION INEQUALITY

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes it has a moral duty to ensure that there is a fair transition for women born on or after 6 April 1951 regarding their pensions; recognises the need for a non-means tested bridging pension that will secure the financial stability of those affected by the 1995 …

197 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 122
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1

26th April 2017

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CHRIS GREEN OBE AND WHITE RIBBON UK

Tabled by: Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Chris Green on being awarded an OBE for services to equality in the Queen's honours list; notes that Chris set up White Ribbon UK in 2004, recognising the positive role that men can play in ending violence against women; understands that from 2005 to 2008 Chris …

27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1

20th February 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 27th February 2017

EDUCATION: STUDENTS FEES, AWARDS AND SUPPORT

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Education (Student Fees, Awards and Support) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I.,2017, No. 114), dated 7 February 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 February, be annulled.

93 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

2nd February 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017

NUCLEAR WORKERS' PENSIONS

Tabled by: Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House is greatly concerned about the proposed pension reforms to civil nuclear workers on Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) estates; notes that during the course of the Enterprise Act 2016, these workers were also marked for a cap to be imposed on their exit payments, and were assured at …

127 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 87
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Crossbench: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

8th February 2017

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LEGACY OF COLIN HUTTON

Tabled by: Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House commemorates the life and legacy of Colin Hutton and mourns his death; recognises the enormous contribution that Colin made to rugby league in the city of Hull as well as nationally; celebrates his achievements both as a player and a coach during which time he played 262 …

13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

19th January 2017

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017

DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS WITH ARMENIA

Tabled by: Stephen Pound (Labour - Ealing North)
That this House marks the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the UK and the Republic of Armenia, and commends the choice made by the people of Armenia when they declared independence from the then Soviet Union; supports the government and people of Armenia in their promotion …

63 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1

7th December 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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

12th September 2016

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PROPOSED CHANGES TO HUDDERSFIELD ROYAL INFIRMARY

Tabled by: Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House supports the campaign to save the Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI) accident and emergency services; believes that patient care and clinical excellence should determine health outcomes and not narrow financial concerns; notes that a quarter of a million people depend on the services at HRI; further notes that …

5 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1

6th September 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016

ACCESS TO PAYPAL IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with concern and surprise that the worldwide online payment system, PayPal, is not available to use for Palestinians living in the West Bank and Gaza, despite it being available to users in Israel and Israeli settlers living in the occupied West Bank; recognises that the situation …

59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

20th July 2016

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COLIN MURRAY AND TALKSPORT

Tabled by: Steve Rotheram (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House praises radio presenter Colin Murray for his principled stance in quitting his morning radio show on TalkSPORT following its parent company's buyout by News Corp; notes that he considered his position unsustainable due to the future working relationship between TalkSport and The Sun newspaper, which News Corp …

17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

19th July 2016

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REPORT ON THE VOLKSWAGEN EMISSIONS SCANDAL

Tabled by: Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes the Third Report of the Transport Committee, on Volkswagen emissions scandal and vehicle type approvals, HC69, which criticises Volkswagen for its deception in the recent emissions scandal; recognises that the company acted with a cynical disregard for emissions limits which exist to protect human health; criticises …

57 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 47
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

5th July 2016

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ENGLAND 2021 RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP BID

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House wholeheartedly supports the Rugby Football League's bid for England to host the 2021 Rugby League World Cup; congratulates all involved in putting together a compelling bid to return one of the world's biggest sporting tournaments to the UK; considers that England is best placed to deliver another …

18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

4th July 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th July 2016

HEART VALVE VOICE CHARITY

Tabled by: Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House welcomes the work of Heart Valve Voice, a UK heart valve charity dedicated to raising awareness of the condition and seeking to improve its diagnosis and treatment; acknowledges that heart valve disease is a progressive condition usually associated with ageing, whereby the heart valves become damaged through …

40 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1

14th June 2016

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FIRST WOMEN'S RUGBY LEAGUE MATCH IN MIDDLE EAST

Tabled by: Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House welcomes the first ever women's rugby league match in the Middle East; applauds Jounieh Hummingbirds and American University of Beirut (AUB) Women in playing the fixture at Jounieh's Fouad Chehab in Lebanon; recognises the encounter as an historic and important step in the development of the sport …

22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

7th June 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016

LAND REGISTRY PRIVATISATION

Tabled by: David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House expresses grave concern at the proposed privatisation of the Land Registry; expresses further concern that any privatisation will have serious consequences for transparency and accountability in the UK property market and hinder efforts to crackdown on corruption and money entering the UK property market via offshore jurisdictions; …

83 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1

26th May 2016

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PALESTINIAN OIL AND GAS RESERVES

Tabled by: Paula Sherriff (Labour - Dewsbury)
That this House acknowledges the view of the World Bank that Israel's occupation is preventing Palestine from accessing its natural resources, including not only oil and gas but also agricultural land and water acquifers; notes that the natural gas reserves of Gaza Marine 1 and Noa South of Gaza Marine …

21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

23rd May 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016

INDEPENDENT ADVOCATES FOR TRAFFICKED CHILDREN

Tabled by: Fiona Mactaggart (Labour - Slough)
That this House notes the independent evaluation of the Child Trafficking Advocates pilot project, provided by Barnados and funded by the Home Office, which concluded that advocates assisted in keeping trafficked children safely visible once they started working with them, made relationships of trust and credibility with the children and …

66 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 22
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

18th May 2016

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CHARITABLE DONATIONS AND THE OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House expresses serious concerns regarding donations to UK charities that are alleged to be funding construction projects at Neve Daniel, an illegal Israeli settlement in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) of the West Bank; further notes that the Government views Israeli settlements in the OPTs to be contrary …

43 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

5th November 2015

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016

LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER

Tabled by: Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the last parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …

100 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 30
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

13th April 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 18th April 2016

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

13th April 2016

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HM LAND REGISTRY PRIVATISATION

Tabled by: Carolyn Harris (Labour - Neath and Swansea East)
That this House is deeply concerned by the Government's proposals to privatise HM Land Registry; notes that the Government launched the consultation document at 5pm on the last sitting day before the Easter Recess when the House had risen; is aware that previous plans to privatise HM Land Registry were …

54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1

11th April 2016

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US MASTERS GOLF

Tabled by: Louise Haigh (Labour - Sheffield Heeley)
That this House congratulates Mr Danny Willett on his remarkable victory at the US Masters in Augusta; commends Mr Willett for his steely determination under pressure; notes that he is the first Sheffielder, the second Englishman and only the fourth Briton to win the US Masters; welcomes this golden age …

22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1

23rd March 2016

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WOMEN APPRENTICES

Tabled by: Jess Phillips (Labour - Birmingham Yardley)
That this House believes that apprenticeships offer a vital opportunity for young people to earn a living, learn new skills and make an invaluable contribution to the organisations for which they work, their local communities and to the wider economy; shares concerns raised by Young Women's Trust research that young …

40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1

14th March 2016

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DEMOLITION OF PALESTINIAN HOMES BY ISRAEL

Tabled by: Alan Duncan (Conservative - Rutland and Melton)
That this House condemns the major escalation in demolitions by the Israeli government in the Occupied Palestinian Territories; notes that 293 structural demolitions have taken place in the first six weeks of 2016, including numerous homes; expresses concern for the devastating effects such demolitions have on innocent civilians; further notes …

56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1

8th March 2016

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28th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SUMGAIT MASSACRES

Tabled by: Lord Beamish (Labour - North Durham)
That this House notes the 28th anniversary of the massacre of Armenians in the Azerbaijani city of Sumgait and expresses its sympathy to the families of those men, women and children victims; calls on the Azerbaijani government to end its aggression towards Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, end its cross-border attacks; further …

40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

8th March 2016

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PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS THROUGH PRESCRIPTION OR VOUCHERS

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House believes that no-one should have to go without sanitary products during menstruation; recognises that many women in poverty are unable to afford sanitary towels and tampons and are ashamed to ask food banks for assistance; recommends that sanitary goods be made available without charge either through free …

22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

7th March 2016

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40TH ANNIVERSARY OF ACTION AT THE GRUNWICK PHOTO PROCESSING PLANT

Tabled by: Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
This House recognises and celebrates the solidarity, persistence and determination of the predominantly female and Asian workforce at the Grunwick Photo Processing Plant in West London who took part in landmark action to secure trade union recognition; notes that 2016 is the 40th anniversary of that dispute and recognises that …

29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1

6th January 2016

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FREE SCHOOL MEAL REGISTRATION

Tabled by: Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House regrets that there are hungry children in this country who are entitled, but not registered, to receive free school meals; notes that, as a consequence of this under-registration, their schools miss out on Pupil Premium funding which is tied to free school meal registration; calls on the …

70 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Conservative: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1

24th February 2016

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FUTURE OF CARBON CAPTURE

Tabled by: Ronnie Campbell (Labour - Blyth Valley)
That this House believes in a low carbon economy, but that coal is a crucial bridge to that low carbon economy and with commercially deployable Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and ultra-super critical coal fired power stations, coal can be, and should be, part of that UK low carbon energy …

34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

8th February 2016

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THE NHS BURSARY

Tabled by: Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …

156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1

4th February 2016

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CHANGES TO THE COMMUNITY PHARMACY NETWORK

Tabled by: Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes that the Government intends to introduce changes to the community pharmacy network; recognises that the Government's plans would see community pharmacies close; further notes that community pharmacies are part of the fabric of communities and a place to get face-to-face healthcare advice without an appointment; and …

21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1

27th January 2016

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JOB LOSSES IN LOCAL NEWSPAPERS

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is concerned by the announcement that Johnston Press, which publishes titles including the Yorkshire Post, Yorkshire Evening Post, Lancashire Evening Post, The Scotsman and Derry Journal, is to cull almost 100 editorial posts; notes that this announcement comes just days after Newsquest announced that up to 25 …

60 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

23rd November 2015

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GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS

Tabled by: Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House notes that alcohol harm costs the UK £21 billion a year; further notes that alcohol misuse is now Britain's third biggest health problem after smoking and obesity, costing the NHS alone £3.5 billion a year; recognises that just one in 20 dependent drinkers receives treatment; believes that …

32 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

16th December 2015

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF

Tabled by: Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House respects the unrivalled professionalism, skill and commitment of all support staff employed on the House of Commons estate; acknowledges that all hon. Members receive invaluable help from the entire workforce, from doorkeepers and police officers to the library team and postal service, from catering staff to staff …

54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

19th January 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

CURRY HOUSE CLOSURES

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes there are an estimated 12,000 curry restaurants and takeaways across the UK, employing more than 100,000 people in an industry worth £4.2 billion to the economy; further notes research from Nationwide that the average home spends £1,355 a year on curries and that, according to National …

25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

19th January 2016

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SUPPORT FOR CUMBRIA FLOOD EFFORTS

Tabled by: Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House extends its sincerest thanks to everyone who volunteered and provided donations to support the people of Cumbria in response to the Storm Desmond flooding; notes the selfless efforts and community spirit demonstrated by many organisations, charities and businesses, including Keswick Flood Action Group, Majlis Khuddam ul-Ahmadiyya, the …

10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

28th January 2016

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016

BANK BRANCHES

Tabled by: Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House recognises the negative impact that bank closures have on small communities and high streets; notes the closure of 500 bank branches in 2014 across the UK; further notes with concern that 1,500 communities in the UK have now lost all bank branches; further recognises the severe limitations …

34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

5th January 2016

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FLOODING IN YORKSHIRE

Tabled by: Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the significant flooding which hit Yorkshire during the Christmas holidays due to flooding from the Rivers Aire, Calder, Derwent, Nidd, Ouse, Rye, Swale, Ure, Wharfe and Wisk; further notes KPMG estimates that the cost of the floods across the UK could hit £5.8 billion and PwC …

5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1

8th December 2015

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COMMENTS BY DONALD TRUMP

Tabled by: Imran Hussain (Independent - Bradford East)
That this House condemns the recent comments by US Republican Presidential Candidate, Donald Trump, regarding his call for a ban on Muslims entering the United States; notes that the language he uses is extremely divisive and will incite discrimination and hatred; further notes that such comments will be seized upon …

38 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

9th November 2015

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BRITISH WOMEN AND THE NEW BRITISH PASSPORT

Tabled by: Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House recognises the great contribution made by Hilda of Whitby, Mary Wollstonecraft, Mary Shelley, the Brontë sisters, George Eliot, Elizabeth Gaskell, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, Dorothy Hodgkin, Iris Murdoch, Barbara Hepworth, Elisabeth Frink, Bridget Riley, Zandra Rhodes, Vivienne Westwood, Margery Kemp, Marie Stopes, Meera Syal, Aphra Behn, Lady Mary …

33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1

26th October 2015

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TIPPING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes the Government's consultation on tips, gratuities, cover and service charges; warns against the proposals in that consultation to cap the amount employers can take from staff tips as an administration fee; calls on the Government instead to conduct an urgent and immediate review of the 2009 …

38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1

19th October 2015

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JUNIOR DOCTORS

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises that junior doctors are dedicated professionals who are the backbone of the NHS, providing the best quality care for their patients; believes it is essential to ensure a contract that is safe for patients, junior doctors and the NHS; supports the view of the BMA's Junior …

90 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1

13th October 2015

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 19th October 2015

FIRE SERVICE REDUCTIONS IN SERVICES

Tabled by: Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises that cuts to the fire and rescue service put the public at great risk; is concerned that last year saw the largest ever loss of firefighter jobs with 1,800 axed; notes that fire station closures and cuts to equipment and appliances are widespread; further notes that …

89 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1

21st July 2015

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BRITISH PENSIONERS OVERSEAS

Tabled by: Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South and Walkden)
That this House believes that all pensioners have the right to dignity in retirement; notes that 550,000 British pensioners living in 122 countries overseas do not get their pension automatically uprated, but pensioners living in other countries do; regrets that, while those pensioners adversely affected have made the necessary National …

79 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 22
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

14th September 2015

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MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES

Tabled by: Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean it is still the case that the particulars to be registered for marriage include details of the fathers and not the mothers of the bride and groom; believes our law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that marriage is …

121 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1

14th September 2015

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EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES

Tabled by: Justin Madders (Labour - Ellesmere Port and Bromborough)
That this House notes that, in the first year following the introduction of fees for employment tribunal claims, the number of claims accepted fell by 77 per cent, from 187,441 between October 2012 and September 2013 to 43,961 between October 2013 and September 2014; further notes that there was no …

37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

15th September 2015

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GAS SAFETY WEEK 2015

Tabled by: Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 14 to 20 September 2015; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign plays each year in bringing attention to the fact that carbon monoxide is a silent killer that is odourless and colourless and can kill quickly with no warning; …

47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

15th September 2015

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PRIVATE PARKING OPERATORS IN TOWNS AND CITIES

Tabled by: Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and Kinross-shire)
That this House is growing increasingly concerned about the operation of private parking operators in town and city centres; notes that the £100 fines issued by these companies are significantly out of proportion to the few minutes that some people may be late in returning to their vehicles and which …

37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

12th October 2015

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'ONE TEAM FOR OUR NHS' CAMPAIGN

Tabled by: David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House recognises the essential work carried out by support staff in helping the NHS achieve consistently high standards of care and patient experience; believes that everyone who works in the NHS should be properly valued, whatever role they fill; asserts that the media-driven divide between frontline clinical services …

55 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

14th September 2015

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TEAM UK AT WORLDSKILLS SÃO PAULO 2015

Tabled by: Anna Turley (Labour (Co-op) - Redcar)
That this House congratulates Team UK on its fantastic achievements at WorldSkills São Paulo 2015, including three gold, four silver and two bronze medals, 24 medallions of excellence and the UK's first-ever Albert Vidal Prize for the most points scored by any competitor in the competition; pays tribute to the …

29 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

9th September 2015

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RELEASE OF SHAKER AAMER FROM GUANTANAMO

Tabled by: Andrew Mitchell (Conservative - Sutton Coldfield)
That this House calls on the US administration to release Shaker Aamer from his imprisonment in Guantanamo Bay; notes that he has now been incarcerated for 13 years without charge; further notes that he has twice been cleared for release and transfer, under President Bush in 2007 and President Obama …

52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1

21st July 2015

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ASSISTANCE GUIDE DOGS AND ACCESS TO SERVICES

Tabled by: Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a recent guide dogs survey revealed that 75 per cent of assistance dog owners have been refused access to businesses and services because they are accompanied by their dog, most notably taxi and private hire vehicle providers; notes that it is illegal for a …

33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1

20th July 2015

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

COMPENSATION FOR THALIDOMIDE VICTIMS

Tabled by: Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that the campaign to persuade the German government to provide adequate compensation for victims of Thalidomide is at a crucial stage; recognises that this compensation is needed to cover the medical costs of their condition which occurred as a result of the drug manufactured by the …

114 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1

20th July 2015

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PRISONS ANNUAL REPORT

Tabled by: Ian Lavery (Labour - Blyth and Ashington)
That this House is gravely concerned by the findings within the Chief Inspector of Prisons recently published annual report for 2014-15; notes the sharp decline across the prison estate in several areas including safety, respect, resettlement and purposeful activity; is aware that prisoners are now more likely to be murdered, …

29 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1

20th July 2015

Paula Sherriff signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015

ISRAEL'S TREATMENT OF NON-JEWISH REFUGEES

Tabled by: Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the abysmally low proportion of non-Jewish, African asylum seekers who have been granted refugee status in Israel; notes with concern that less than one per cent of applications by African refugees are successful; further notes that Israel's closest neighbours, Jordan and Lebanon, have each accepted millions …

42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1

14th July 2015