21st May 2024
1 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
16th May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 16th May 2024
The Venerable Tricia Hillas
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House congratulates the Venerable Tricia Hillas who has been nominated to serve as the next Bishop of Sodor and Man; and thanks her for being Canon Steward and Archdeacon of Westminster since 2021 and for serving as Chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons since 2020 …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
13th May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2024
19th Joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day ceremony
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House joins in commemorating the 19th annual Joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day ceremony, held on Yom HaZikaron—Memorial Day—in Israel, beginning on the evening of 12 May 2024; pays tribute to all Israelis and Palestinians who grieve together and stand united in their demand for an end to bloodshed between …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2024
Andy Street
Tabled by:
Julian Knight (Independent - Solihull)
That this House thanks Andy Street CBE for his service to the West Midlands region over the last eight years during his tenure as Mayor; and welcomes the £10 billion of Government investment secured by Mr Street for transport, housing and skills across the region.
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2024
Dementia Action Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Dementia Action Week 2024, taking place from 13 to 19 May 2024; highlights that Dementia Action Week is an awareness raising campaign and each year the Alzheimer's Society works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on Dementia; underlines the support …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Workers Party of Britain: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2024
Tall ship Tenacious
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House celebrates the legacy of the Jubilee Sailing Trust (JST) in providing life-changing opportunities for over 55,000 people who have sailed with JST tall ships, which were purpose-built with initial funding from the Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II fund, and the aim of integrating able-bodied and disabled people …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th April 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2024
ANZAC Day 2024
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and others sacrificed so …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th April 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2024
World Malaria Day 2024
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that Thursday 25 April 2024 has been designated as World Malaria Day by the World Health Organisation, marking the 17th time the day has been observed since its establishment by the World Health Assembly in 2007; further notes that this year's theme focuses on accelerating the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st May 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 1st May 2024
Holocaust Memorial proposal
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the First Special Report of the Holocaust Memorial Bill Select Committee, HC121, on the problems with the current proposal and the restrictions faced by the Committee considering the hybrid Bill; respects the conclusions and recommendations on page 20; agrees with the list of matters related to …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
19th March 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2024
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Neurodiversity Celebration Week and the significance of fostering inclusive work environments for neurodiverse individuals; acknowledges the barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals in accessing employment opportunities and obtaining assessments for conditions such as autism and ADHD; notes the need to support employers in creating inclusive workplaces by …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
1st February 2024
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st February 2024
Jay Abatan
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern that 25 years after Jay Abatan was killed in a racist attack in Brighton his murderers have still not been brought to justice; notes that Sussex police have apologised to Jay Abatan's family for the multiple failures in the way the investigation was conducted, as …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th December 2023
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
9th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2023
85th anniversary of Kristallnacht and antisemitism
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the victims of Kristallnacht (Night of Broken Glass), a destructive campaign of violence against Jewish people, on its 85th anniversary; understands that, throughout the night of 9-10 November 1938, the Nazi Party targeted synagogues and Jewish prayer rooms across Germany, with over 1,400 burned or badly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2023
Islamophobia Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports Islamophobia Awareness Month, which is taking place this November; recognises the incredible contributions that British Muslims make to our country; acknowledges that anti-Muslim sentiment is far too prevalent in our society; notes with concern that the horrifying Israel-Gaza conflict has led to a rise in Islamophobia …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
8th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th November 2023
400th anniversary of the establishment of the British Jesuits
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House congratulates everyone associated with the Jesuits in Britain on the 400th anniversary of the foundation of a Province in this country; notes that the vision and mission of their founder St Ignatius of Loyola is still flourishing today through the Jesuits' pastoral, intellectual, educational, spiritual and social …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
7th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th November 2023
80th anniversary of Canning House
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Canning House on reaching its 80th anniversary; recognises its unique contribution to the strengthening of understanding and fostering of closer British relations with Latin America, Spain and Portugal; applauds the 1st Viscount Davidson for his foresight in founding Canning House in November 1943; recognises the great …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2023
Disability History Month 2023
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises that 16 November to 16 December 2023 is Disability History Month, which is now in its fourteenth year of being celebrated in the UK; notes that Disability History Month is a month to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities and rights; further notes that this …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2023
Cost of court transcripts
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House believes that justice should be accessible and transparent; notes that the cost of court transcripts is a barrier to justice for many victims, most of whom do not attend trial; further notes that victims have been quoted up to £22,000 to obtain court transcripts; acknowledges that a …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th November 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th November 2023
Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
105 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
17th October 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2023
Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
This House utterly condemns the massacre of Israeli civilians and taking of hostages by Hamas; agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that these horrific acts do not justify responding with the collective punishment of the Palestinian people; expresses its deep alarm at the Israeli military bombardment and total siege of …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 36
Independent: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
19th September 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 19th September 2023
Transitional arrangements for All-Party Parliamentary Groups
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House acknowledges the intentions of the work of the Committee of Standards on all party parliamentary groups; asks for another debate on the proposed transitional arrangements, preferably after a meeting with the hon. Member for Worthing West and others; recognises the ending of foreign government funding; asks the …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
11th September 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th September 2023
UK manufactures of Lower Carbon Construction vehicles
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
This House welcomes the Government’s decision to review the lower weight limits being imposed on greener volumetric mobile concrete plants (VCMs) as a first step to reversing regulations that are devastating a great British manufacturer, threatening 15,000 skilled jobs in 137 constituencies, contributing £380 million to the UK economy; further …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
17th April 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th September 2023
20th anniversary of shooting of Tom Hurndall
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House notes that April 2023 marks twenty years since 22 year old British photojournalist, Tom Hurndall, was shot in the head by an Israeli army sniper as he tried to rescue Palestinian children from the line of gunfire in Gaza; further notes that he died in January 2004 …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
5th September 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 4th September 2023
All Party Groups
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises the intention to deal with abuses, including the improper influences of foreign powers and commercial interests; and requires the Committee on Standards to consult directly with Members who help poor, vulnerable and unrecognised groups to gain parliamentary attention before reviewing undesirable sledgehammers to crack the wrong …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 20th July 2023
Holocaust Memorial and Victoria Tower Gardens
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that the Government said in proposals in September 2018 that the Holocaust Memorial would take up 15 per cent of the area of Victoria Tower Gardens and that that percentage was later reduced to 7 per cent; questions whether one calculation was of the green space …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
13th June 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th June 2023
Fire Safety Remediation in Blocks below 11 metres
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes with concern that leaseholders living in blocks below the arbitrary height threshold of 11 metres are facing uncapped costs to fix cladding and other building safety defects, which may lead to repossessions and bankruptcy; believes that these leaseholders are no more to blame for the national …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th June 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th June 2023
Advice to hon. Members
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House welcomes paragraphs 29 to 32 of the Tenth Report of Session 2022-23 by the House of Commons Committee on Standards; notes that in circumstances when hon. Members feel there is information or evidence that may appropriately be communicated to the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, they are encouraged …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
5th June 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th June 2023
Covid booster vaccinations in care homes
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House asks Public Health England without delay to offer Covid booster vaccinations to residents and staff in care homes, including St Bridget's (Leonard Cheshire) Care Home, Rustington; ran recognising the loss of care hours when there are avoidable covid outbreaks.
4 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th May 2023
Anti-social behaviour on greenways
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House highlights the important value of green space to individuals and their wellbeing; consequently acknowledges the need to reserve greenways to ensure pedestrian and cyclist access to greenways as a means of leisure and safe pedestrian transportation; is concerned by the growing issue of illegal motorcycle use of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Workers' Educational Association 120th anniversary
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool Riverside)
That this House congratulates the WEA on its 120th anniversary; recognises that the organisation was founded in 1903 as the Workers’ Educational Association; highlights that it provides community adult education and has supported hundreds of thousands of adult learners in England and Scotland; praises the WEA for bringing adult learning …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Potential merits of a Sudanese Family Scheme visa
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House calls for the creation of a Sudanese Family Scheme visa for Sudanese people affected by the ongoing conflict in Sudan; notes civilians have become trapped in Khartoum without access to water, electricity, and access to food or medical care as the city is bombarded by rival factions; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Extrajudicial executions in Iran
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House wishes to express its deep concern at the extrajudicial executions of Mohamad Reza Mashhadi Farahani, Hossein Jazy, Hamid Saied Mozafari, Sayed Farhad Hoseini, Ali Basaki, Ezatolah Shahbazi, Nika Shakarami, Shirzad Ahmadinezad, Ebrahim Rigi, Masoumeh and Aida Rostami by the Iranian State; sends condolences to the family and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th May 2023
World Press Freedom Day
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes that 2023 represents the thirtieth anniversary of the proclamation of an international day of press freedom; recognises the importance of World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2023; further notes that the day allows citizens to commemorate journalists who have lost their lives and reminds citizens …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th April 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property rights for creative workers
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House acknowledges the cultural and economic importance of the UK’s world-leading creative industry; notes that Intellectual Property rights protect the integrity of original work and provide a revenue stream for creative workers through licensing; believes that creative workers should be able to retain copyright protections over their work …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd May 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Treatment of fortified wine in the new alcohol duty system
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House notes the disproportionately harsh treatment of fortified wine businesses as a result of the new alcohol duty system and the recently-announced alcohol excise duty rate increases, due to come into force on 1 August 2023; further notes the lack of any transitional easement mechanism for fortified wines …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 17 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th March 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st March 2023
The Loan Charge
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House is concerned that suicides have been linked to the Loan Charge and that despite the Morse Review, thousands face unaffordable demands, with the risk of further suicides; notes that most people facing action were mis-sold schemes and that HMRC are demanding scheme users repay disputed tax; further …
118 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 32
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th March 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 7th March 2023
Sir Christopher Wren
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises, on the 300th anniversary of his death, the life and achievements of Sir Christopher Wren, President of the Royal Society, including notably the design of over 50 churches in London, the Greenwich Hospital and the Wren Library, Trinity College, Cambridge; and agrees with his friend Robert …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2023
World Book Day 2023
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House supports World Book Day in its mission to promote reading for pleasure; commends tis success in distributing 50 million book tokens annually to children; with a further 101,000 books donated to children by publishers, the Arts Council and others; notes reading for pleasure is the single biggest …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
7th February 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th February 2023
12th anniversary of Bahrain’s pro-democracy uprising
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes the 14 February marks the 12th anniversary of Bahrain’s 2011 Arab Spring pro-democracy uprising that protested over 200 years of the AlKhalifa ruling dictatorship, state repression and structural inequalities, which authorities brutally crushed; raises alarm that Bahrain’s rights record has since deteriorated; decries that opposition leaders, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
31st January 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 3rd February 2023
Preconception care strategy
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House concurs with the World Health Organisation (WHO) that preconception preparation enables the healthy pregnancy and confident parenthood that addresses the transmission of disparities in life chances across the generations; recognises that providing educational, biomedical, behavioural and social health interventions for young people, women and prospective parents prior …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th January 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Ryan Cornelius and the UAE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
This House notes with concern that Ryan Cornelius, a British citizen, remains imprisoned in the United Arab Emirates, notwithstanding a finding by the United Nations that he has been arbitrarily detained, and notwithstanding a finding by the United Nations that Mr Cornelius should be immediately released and provided with compensation …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
24th January 2023
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Holocaust Memorial Day 2023
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
Line 10, leave out from 'Centre' to 'pays' and insert ‘in a place and manner consistent with the features and facilities listed by the United Kingdom Holocaust Memorial Foundation’ ‘Search for a Central London site’ in September 2015 on page 6 and in the area illustrated and considered to be …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
7th November 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 28th November 2022
BBC local radio programming
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House condemns the proposed cuts to BBC local radio programming which will see programming shared between regions after 2pm and on weekends; applauds the role of BBC local radio stations in democratic accountability, combating isolation and responding to crises such as covid-19 and local emergencies; questions for what …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th November 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th November 2022
Trophy hunting import and exports
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House notes the recent report of the APPG on Banning Trophy Hunting and Britain: The Case for a Ban, its contributions from IUCN scientists, CITES officials and African community leaders, and its findings that trophy hunting is exacerbating the conservation crisis and that African communities are overwhelmingly opposed …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 2 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 16
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th October 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2022
150 year anniversary of the birth of Dr Ralph Vaughan Williams OM
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House commemorates the life and work of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams, 12 October 1872 – 26 August 1958; celebrates his outstanding contribution to music; recognises his work was innovative and daring whilst respecting of English musical tradition; acknowledges that he enriched most musical forms, including symphonies, choral works, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2022
Ugandan Asians at Tonfanau 50th anniversary exhibition
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes it is 50 years since President Idi Amin ordered the expulsion of 70,000 Asians from Uganda against a backdrop of rising anti-Indian sentiment, violence and killings in the country; further notes that 28,200 came to the UK in the autumn of 1972, around 1,500 of whom …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th October 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 11th October 2022
Sir Peter Bazalgette lecture on public broadcasting
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House calls on the Government to read and absorb the points made clearly and briefly in the commendable Jocelyn Hay lecture by Sir Peter Bazalgette to the Voice of the Listener & Viewer audience on Tuesday 11 October 2022.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
21st September 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st September 2022
Peter McLagan MP
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commemorates Peter McLagan, MP for the Constituency of Linlithgowshire from 1865 to 1893; applauds that, as Scotland’s first mixed-race MP, he withstood negative campaigning and became Parliament’s longest serving Scottish Member until his resignation; acknowledges his progressive contributions on matters of the day such as animal rights, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th July 2022
VAT on period pants
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House calls on the Government to zero rate VAT on period pants in line with other menstrual products such as pads, cloth pads and menstrual cups; notes that period pants are sustainable and reusable and have 5-6 times less carbon footprint than tampons or pads; recognises research that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2022
Accessible council meetings
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned that the emergency regulations that allowed councils to conduct meetings remotely between 2 April 2020 and 7 May 2021, and which enabled disabled people and people with caring responsibilities to fully and fairly participate, are no longer in place; notes the Local Government Association's (LGA) …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
19th July 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 19th July 2022
House of Lords Appointments Commission
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House expects the prime minister to respect the letter and the spirit of the advice of the House of Lords Appointments Commission in respect of any new peerages he may recommend to the Sovereign.
3 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
14th July 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 14th July 2022
England and Wales Court of Appeal case of David Parker
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the judgment of 25 June 2021 in the case of Parker v. Financial Conduct Authority Anor England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division), including the concluding paragraph 104 stating the point made at the outset that Mr Parker had been badly let down by the …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
16th May 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2022
Dame Deborah James
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House congratulates Dame Deborah James on her richly deserved Damehood; recognises her phenomenal fundraising efforts through the BowelBabe Fund for Cancer Research UK; thanks her, Lauren Mahon, the late Rachael Bland and Steve Bland for raising awareness and talking openly about cancer in the podcast You, Me & …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th July 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2022
Srebrenica Memorial Week 2022
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises the 11th July as the annual day of commemoration of the Srebrenica genocide; commits to supporting the work of communities and schools across the country to tackle hatred and intolerance by raising awareness and educating people about the genocide that took place in Srebrenica; pledges to …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2022
Ambulance waiting times
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises the crisis in our ambulance services, particularly in rural and coastal communities; welcomes the Government’s commitment to fund specialised mental health ambulances across the country; urges the Government to improve the contributing factors to ambulance delays, including staff shortages, throughout the health and care service; calls …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
29th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2022
OECD recommendations for SME and entrepreneurship policy
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development’s (OECD’s) recently published recommendations for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurship policies; notes these include co-ordinating and aligning policies across Government to support SMEs and entrepreneurs, encouraging the adoption of digital technologies to improve business’ resilience, and improving …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
28th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Abortion rights
Tabled by:
Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House is deeply concerned at the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States to overturn the longstanding Roe v Wade decision that provided federal protection for the right for women to choose an abortion and maintain the safety and autonomy of their bodies; fears that consequent …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
28th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2022
Highland Wildlife Park 50 year anniversary
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Highland Wildlife Park on celebrating its 50th anniversary this year; commends the hard work of the team at the Highland Wildlife Park and the continuation of animal conservation and care during the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the importance of their current Saving Wildcats project being led …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2022
The Royal Society of Biology's Parliamentary Links Day
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Biology on organising this year’s Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 28 June 2022 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and International Collaboration; welcomes the Society’s continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving the …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2022
Armed Forces Day 2022
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes that Armed Forces Day took place on Saturday 25 June; celebrates the outstanding commitment of service personnel, reservists, service families, veterans and cadets to our peace and security; recognises the unique skills and expertise that the entire Armed Forces community contribute to the UK and beyond; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Defence of automatism for death by driving offences
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises the immense suffering caused to families of fatal road crash victims and the trauma that often accompanies the death of a loved one; regrets that many people feel let down by the justice system, especially in the way that the general defence of automatism is used …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Recruiting and retaining NHS staff
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House acknowledges there is a staffing crisis in the National Health Service, exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic but predating it; recognises the intense pressure on healthcare staff, who having worked incredibly hard during the pandemic now face the vast challenge of clearing the backlog of care caused by …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Brake's Kids Walk
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House celebrates the tireless efforts of countless individuals and organisations, especially community groups, schools, emergency services and road safety professionals, to champion road safety and reduce deaths and serious injuries affecting the young on roads; highlights the 10,125 young people, under the age of 16, killed, seriously injured …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Chartered Management Institute 75th Anniversary
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) on its 75th Anniversary, marking 75 years of pursuing its mission to turn accidental managers into conscious and capable leaders; recognises that CMI was created in 1947 to put productivity at the heart of the United Kingdom’s recovery from the devastation …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
20th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2022
Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2022
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House notes the week commencing 20 June 2022 is Cervical Screening Awareness Week; recognises that cervical screening can save lives and stop many cervical cancers; understands that almost one in three currently do not take up their invite; appreciates that cervical screening isn’t easy for everyone; highlights that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th May 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 24th June 2022
Specialist Huntington’s Disease Services
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes that Huntington’s Disease is a rare, hereditary and incurable neurological condition that slowly robs patients of their ability to walk, talk, eat, drink, make decisions and care for themselves; notes that a University of Aberdeen study, published in the Journal of Neurology, highlights that the number …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
16th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st June 2022
Ban on the Import of Foie Gras
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House condemns the production of foie gras by force-feeding ducks and geese which causes severe physical and psychological pain for the animals involved; welcomes the continued ban on production of foie gras in the UK; and calls on the Government to introduce the promised ban on the import …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
20th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 20th June 2022
Leaseholders landlords procedures
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House invites Adriatic Land 7 and Homegrounds and solicitors JB Leitch and DGMB to explain to leaseholders and to officers of the all-party parliamentary group for leasehold and commonhold reform how they make it easy and convenient and inexpensive for overdue ground rents to be paid in advance …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
26th May 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2022
Dr al-Singace’s hunger strike and political prisoners in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Wendy Chamberlain (Liberal Democrat - North East Fife)
That this House is deeply concerned by the ongoing hunger strike of 60-year-old human rights defender and academic Dr Abduljalil al-Singace in Bahrain; notes EDM 578 and reiterates the alarm that his hunger strike began on 8 July 2021 and has exceeded 300 days; expresses concern that despite al-Singace being …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
9th June 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 8th June 2022
PASSPORT DELAYS AND COSTS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House condemns as unacceptable the policy of Her Majesty's Passport Office in requiring a person who has experienced significant delays processing their passports to pay an additional £73 to have the process expedited; notes that hon. Members and their caring staff in recent weeks have listened to tears …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th May 2022
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th May 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Abortion rights in the United States
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House expresses its grave concern about the series of attacks that have been launched in the United States on a woman's right to choose; notes that the leaked opinion of the US Supreme Court overturning the judgement of Roe v Wade has been authenticated; is aware that poorer …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th April 2022
Right to roam
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 24 April marks the 90th anniversary of the mass trespass onto Kinder Scout; acknowledges that this trespass united the campaign for access to the countryside and eventually contributed to the establishment of the UK’s first national parks through the National Parks and Access to the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th April 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 19th April 2022
Perspectives of women in business
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House commends the trade magazine Coinslot for including in issue 2779 seventeen perspectives from all roles of the progress of women in industry, with the emerging consensus that mentorship, education and support for women with families play vital parts in working towards sex parity, particularly at senior levels; …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 31st March 2022
Leasehold property management sector
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House is concerned about how customers and employees can safely raise questions of business practice; and calls on the Select Committee on Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to invite Richard Davidoff to give evidence of his experience.
5 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 24th March 2022
Financial Conduct Authority and leaseholders property insurance commissions
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House demands that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requires its regulated entities to disclose to residential leaseholders all commissions, remuneration, other fees and excessive costs associated with property insurance premiums paid by the leaseholders; asks the FCA to note the unfair delays and unnecessary costs in the two …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th March 2022
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 15th March 2022
The Goring Gap
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House calls for revocation of the conclusion of the planning inspector in the appeal relating to land north west of Goring Station, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing, the Goring Gap, separating Worthing from Ferring in Arun; notes the letter of the hon. Member for Worthing West to the Prime Minister in …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
28th February 2022
4 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Ovarian Cancer Month 2022
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Ovarian Cancer Month in March; highlights the campaign by Target Ovarian Cancer to highlight the major symptoms of Ovarian Cancer acknowledging that four in 10 women wrongly believe their cervical screening also detects Ovarian Cancer and that knowing the symptoms is a key for early detection; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
World Seagrass Day
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates World Seagrass Day and recognises the important role of seagrass restoration as a nature-based solution to the climate and biodiversity crisis; further recognises the vital role of seagrass meadows as marine powerhouses in terms of increasing biodiversity, as a blue carbon store, as a way of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2022
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Support for the pig farming industry
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House recognises the huge benefits the domestic pig farming industry brings to the United Kingdom; celebrates that the industry is worth £655 million to the British economy; acknowledges that farmers have been paying the price for problems in the supply chain; further notes that these problems are avoidable; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
24th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Accommodation for children in care over the age of 15
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House notes with grave concern the introduction of secondary legislation by the Department for Education which guarantees care and regulated accommodation to vulnerable looked-after children only to the age of 15; and is further concerned by the disproportionate impact this policy has on boys and children from black, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
22nd February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Venue for 2022 Champions League Final
Tabled by:
Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
That this House calls for UEFA to move the Champions League final scheduled to take place on Saturday 28 May 2022 from St Petersburg in Russia to a new venue outside of Russia as a result of Russian hostility to Ukraine.
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
World Book Day 2022
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House congratulates World Book Day on celebrating its 25th Anniversary on 3 March 2022; commends its success in distributing 15 million book tokens annually in places of education; notes that reading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s future success; further notes that the British …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
2nd February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Time to Talk Day 2022
Tabled by:
Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes that 3 February 2022 is Time to Talk Day; joins with people across the country taking part in the nation’s biggest mental health conversation; further notes the importance of this day in bringing friends, families, communities, and workplaces together to talk and listen; believes talking and …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
World Interfaith Harmony Week
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the United Nations has decreed the first week of February of every year as World Interfaith Harmony Week, which aims to promote harmony between all people regardless of their faith; notes that the week is based on United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/65/PV.34, which was …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Siblings in the care system
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House notes the urgent need to improve sibling contact for children in care; further notes that research shows more than 70 per cent of looked-after children with a sibling in care are separated from that brother or sister; further expresses concern about the harm caused when sibling relationships …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 2nd March 2022
Recommendation for compensation
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises the force of the judgment of Lady Justice Andrews in the case with neutral citation number [2021] EWCA Crim 956; expects the recommended compensation payment to be made; and asks that the delay be ended.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
1st March 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 1st March 2022
Vehicle Safety Standards
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House supports the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-30 and the target to halve road deaths and serious injuries by 2030; welcomes the Global Plan for the Decade of Action and, in particular, the recommended best practice in vehicle safety technologies; calls on the Department …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
8th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Moderation in parliamentary language and coverage
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that the Prime Minister, in a sentence about prejudging a police inquiry, used the words, failing to prosecute Jimmy Savile (Official Report, 31 January 2022, col. 26); recalls Operation Elveden; notes with approval the action by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in 2012 to commission …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 8th February 2022
Buy-to-let landlords and unsafe cladding costs
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises that buy-to-let landlords who are leaseholders have to be included within the scope of the package announced on 10 January 2022 to ensure that no leaseholders in medium rise blocks of flats have to pay for remedial action to tackle unsafe cladding and fire defects.
5 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 1st February 2022
Cost of reducing fire dangers and buy-to-let landlords
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That This House welcomes Government proposals that leaseholders should not have to contribute to the cost of reducing fire dangers in blocks of flats; notes that those subletting flats as a result of being unable to sell them due to cladding or other fire issues may come within terms of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
One year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Stepney)
That this House, on the one year anniversary of the military coup on 1 February 2021 in Myanmar (Burma), condemns the crimes against humanity perpetrated by the Myanmar military against the people of Myanmar; stands in solidarity with the Burmese people opposing the military coup; notes in horror the increased …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
26th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th January 2022
Register of Overseas Entities and russian influence in the UK
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes the warnings as detailed in successive reports, including the Foreign Affairs Committee’s report Moscow’s Gold and the Intelligence and Security Committee’s Russia Report, of the interference of Kremlin-linked elites in the UK; expresses its concern at the ease with which individuals with links to the Kremlin …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
World Cancer Day 2022
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes that 4 February 2022 is World Cancer Day which aims to raise awareness, improve education and call for nations to work together to tackle cancer globally; understands that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime and recognises that early detection of cancer is …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
Nature Recovery Networks
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes the importance of Nature Recovery Networks in combatting biodiversity loss in the UK; further notes the urgent need to take action that halts the alarming trend of biodiversity decline; welcomes the findings and recommendations of the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee report, Biodiversity in the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 27th January 2022
Buy Now Pay Later products and consumers
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to take urgent action to introduce stronger consumer safeguards on the Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) market; understands that BNPL products have become an increasingly popular payment method in the UK, experiencing huge growth during and since the covid-19 pandemic, with a third …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th January 2022
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2022
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds' annual Big Garden Birdwatch 2022, taking place from the 28 to 30 January 2022; further notes that the RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home; highlights the continued efforts by …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 27th January 2022
PC Yvonne Fletcher inquiry (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the significant amount of work done to identify a suspect in the murder of PC Yvonne Fletcher outside the Libyan Embassy on 17 April 1984; notes that the CPS were of the opinion that there was sufficient evidence to prosecute; regrets that the suspect was permitted …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
24th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Family Fund 2020-21
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the invaluable work of Family Fund, as the UK’s largest charity providing grants to families on low incomes raising disabled or seriously ill children; commends their role in supporting families by providing grants for essential items, family breaks, sensory equipment and more; further recognises the significance …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Child citizenship fees
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House believes that no child should be priced out of British citizenship; is appalled by the Home Office practice of charging a fee of £1,012 to register a child for British citizenship; is further appalled that the Home Office makes a profit of £640 from each child citizenship …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Campaign for an Osteogenesis Imperfecta national awareness month
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House recognises the Brittle Bone Society’s campaign to mark the month of May as the National Awareness Month for Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI); notes that OI is a genetic bone disorder characterised by fragile bones that affects a person from birth; recognises that around 5,000 people across the UK …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
24th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Celebration of the birth and legacy of Robert (Rabbie) Burns
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 263rd anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s National Bard, in Alloway on 25 January 1759; notes that he is regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
International Day of Education 2022
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the incredible work of schools across the UK on International Day of Education 2022; celebrates teachers, support staff, parents and students who have all worked tirelessly to keep young people learning; and wishes the very best of luck to students who have exams coming up over …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Witchcraft Act 1563
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House acknowledges the brutal torture and execution of innocent people tried by the Witchcraft Act from the 16th to 18th centuries; condemns the Act, which contributed to the deaths of between 500 to 1,000 people in England, ninety per cent. of whom were women; notes the Scottish government’s …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
International Day of Education 2022 and Girls' Education
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House celebrates the International Day of Education 2022; recognises the incredible work of so many charities and organisations that highlight the importance of and delivering girls' education programmes across the world; recognises how girls’ education in particular has suffered due to the COVID-19 pandemic; calls on the Government …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Tractor runs and HMRC
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises and welcomes the Tractor Runs organised by farmers in rural communities throughout the country around the Christmas and New Year period; congratulates all those taking part for their creativity and the good cheer that they brought to many people during the darkest period of the year; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
20th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Post-election violence in The Gambia
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is very concerned by the post-election violence in Gambia which took place on the 6 December 2021 close to the residence of the leader of the United Democratic Party, condemns the unfortunate incident involving the use of tear gas and other forms of force and calls on …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Campaign to introduce a PumpWatch body for fair fuel prices
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the significant financial impact on the motorists from retailers failing to reflect the fall in oil prices at the pump; understands that when oil prices rise companies often pass that increase on to motorists, but when they fall, the saving is not passed on; further recognises …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
200 years of HM Coastguard
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes and celebrates local Coastguard teams as they celebrate 200 years in service; marks the great sense of pride in HM Coastguard and how this milestone anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on what the service has achieved to date; further notes the ongoing commitment by HM …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Low carbon vehicles and construction work
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House recognises that many businesses use Volumetric Mobile Plants (VCM) that deliver concrete to many other small local businesses and that VCM businesses contribute £386 million annually to the national economy, support 5,800 FTE jobs and an additional 9,850 jobs in the wider economy; accepts the evidence of …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
18th January 2022
3 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the week commencing 17 January 2022 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week; recognises that, while not always easy, attending cervical screening allows diagnosis and treatment of Human Papilloma Virus, as well as early detection of Cervical neoplasia, and can therefore save lives; believes that no-one should feel …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the current process for claiming War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation payments is not fit for purpose and drives many veterans to give up on claims, severely deteriorates many veterans’ mental health, drives many into poverty, and increases the risk of suicides; applauds our veterans …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2022
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
6th January 2022
2 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
6th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI)
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House commends the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) on their tireless work as well as their record year of donations and increased membership; celebrates the institution which is on its way to breaking its fundraising record since it was founded in 1824; notes the work of the 238 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
6th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Post Office Horizon compensation scheme
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow and Gateshead East)
That this House believes that the 555 litigants, who won civil proceedings against Post Office Ltd in 2018-19, should not be excluded from the Post Office Horizon compensation scheme; that the exclusion of these litigants from the compensation scheme is having and will continue to have a direct and devastating …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 56
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 14
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
24 hour hot food service for NHS staff
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House expresses its support for the campaign launched by Neely Mozawala calling upon the Government to provide the funding necessary to enable each hospital trust to provide a 24/ hour hot food canteen service and dining facilities, providing affordable and nutritious hot food to their staff, recognising the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
20th anniversary of Creative Commons
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Creative Commons, a non-profit organisation which provides licences that give a free, simple and standardised way to grant copyright permissions; recognises that Creative Commons licences remove legal and technical obstacles to enable the global sharing of knowledge and creativity; acknowledges that Creative …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
15th December 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th January 2022
Shortage of medicines in Malawi
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concerns reports from Malawi that a serious shortage of pharmaceutical drugs has led to the closure of operating theatres, clinics, health care centres, and many patients, including pregnant women, going without effective treatment; further notes that the Anaesthesia Association of Malawi described the situation an …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 17th January 2022
Shareholders in firms linked to the Grenfell Tower fire or building safety defects
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that Arconic's Reynobond, Kingspan's K15 Kooltherm and Saint-Gobain Celotex foam insulation products have been found to be highly flammable and dangerously combustible; notes the statement by the Association of Residential Managing Agents that nearly £50,000 may be the average cost of remediating building safety defects including …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th January 2022
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th January 2022
Human rights in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is concerned by continuing serious human rights violations in Bahrain, including the ongoing arbitrary detention and inhumane treatment of prisoners of conscience, including Abduljalil al-Singace, Hassan Mushaima, Abdulwahab Hussain, Abdulhadi al-Khawaja and Sheikh Ali Salman; notes that Freedom House in its 2021 report rated Bahrain as not …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th December 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 16th December 2021
Overcoming dental qualification delays
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House calls on Health Ministers to engage with the General Dental Council, the National Health Service and the British Dental Association to identify and to overcome the difficulties that delay or prevent qualifiable dentists to be able to demonstrate without delay that they are qualified to practise and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th May 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd November 2021
Giving every child the best start in life
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the work of WAVE Trust and its 70/30 campaign to reduce levels of child abuse, neglect and domestic abuse by 70 per cent by 2030; further notes that over two-thirds of this House have endorsed that campaign, including a majority from all parties; recognises the role …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
17th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th November 2021
Carers Rights Day
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges the estimated 13.6 million people who are providing unpaid care to family and friends across the UK; recognises the importance of Carers Rights Day 2021, taking place on 25 November 2021, in raising awareness of unpaid carers and ensuring they are informed about their rights and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
17th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 18th November 2021
Treatment of journalists in Myanmar
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House deplores the sentence of eleven years hard labour given to Frontier Myanmar’s managing editor Danny Fenster by the military junta; notes that Fenster is the first western journalist to be convicted from over a hundred journalists arrested since February’s military coup, and that of the seven journalists …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 18th November 2021
Mental health of spinal cord injured people
Tabled by:
Margaret Greenwood (Labour - Wirral West)
That this house acknowledges recent research into the mental health requirements and difficulties for people with a spinal cord injury that shows 40 per cent had depression and 28 per cent had experienced suicidal thoughts; notes that it is important for newly injured spinal cord injured people to be able …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th November 2021
Cuban government and religious leaders
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House registers concern over the Cuban government's targeting of religious leaders who participate in peaceful protests in Cuba; notes particular concern for detained christian reverend, Lorenzo Rosales Fajardo, who faces continued detention without trial; urges the Government to raise human rights abuses with the Cuban government; and calls …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th November 2021
Glenmorangie Company awarded with Solar Impulse Guides
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates The Glenmorangie Company on being presented with Solar Impulse Guides last week by the Solar Impulse Foundation; notes this is in recognition of Glenmorangie’s pioneering work on sustainability in whisky production; recognises the company’s various sustainability initiatives such as the anaerobic digestion plant which supplies bio-gas …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 18th November 2021
Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACSR) was announced on 18 August 2021; further notes that hon. Members are still receiving desperate messages for help and that Ministerial replies to queries make repeated reference to the scheme; is concerned that three months later the ACRS is still …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 18th November 2021
Property managers appointed by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House questions whether the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has effective power to investigate the actions and conduct of the court appointed property manager Richard Davidoff; recognises the need for urgent action to implement statutory regulation of the leasehold property management sector outlined in Regulation of Property Agents: working …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
9th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
Freedom of expression in Cuba
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that the Cuban civil society movement, Archipiélago, has called for marches on the 15 November 2021 against violence, to demand that all Cubans’ rights are respected, for the release of political prisoners and for the solution to their differences via democratic and peaceful channels; further notes …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
World Diabetes Day
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House recognises the theme of World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2021 is Access to Diabetes Care; expresses concern that millions of people with diabetes around the world do not have access to diabetes care; that people with diabetes require ongoing care and support to manage their condition …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday 2021
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House marks Armistice Day on 11 November and Remembrance Sunday on 14 November 2021; recognises the significance of the Armistice, an agreement signed to halt First World War fighting as a prelude to peace negotiations, which came into force at 11.00am on 11 November 1918; appreciates the importance …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
Save Our Books campaign
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes the continuing efforts of the Save Our Books campaign bringing together the Publishers Association, the Society of Authors, the Association of Authors’ Agents and the Authors’ Licensing and Collecting Society on behalf of authors, literary agents, publishers and other supportive partners to maintain the UK’s existing …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
Impact of e-scooter use
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises the Government’s e-scooter trial period, due to expire in November 2021; understands the potential benefits of using e-scooters and integrating them into active travel and green transport; recognises that e-scooters are indisputably less polluting than conventional petrol and diesel vehicles; notes the 2018 Dockless Electric Scooter-Related …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 3 December is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day to celebrate people with disabilities and champion their abilities and contribution; supports the United Nation’s work surrounding this campaign; notes this year’s theme is leadership and participation of persons with disabilities toward an inclusive, …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Toy safety
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House expresses concern on consumer’s safety in relation to unsafe products sold via online marketplaces in the UK; notes that this is an issue that has been raised by the British Toy and Hobby Association in their latest report entitled, Still toying with children’s safety, and by Electrical …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Alcohol Awareness Week 2021
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House welcomes the promotion of Alcohol Awareness Week, which is taking place from 15 to 21 November 2021; notes that the theme of the week is alcohol and relationships; further notes that polling this week from Alcohol Change UK found that, since covid-19 restrictions eased in the spring, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Aviation safety and licensing
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House calls on the Department for Transport to commit to and facilitate the setting up of a specialised committee by the end of 2021, so that an annex for pilot and engineering licences can be included within the Trade and Co-operation Agreement for UK participation in the European …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
2nd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Carol Thomas, England football captain
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House celebrates the achievements of Carol Thomas as a pioneer of modern women's football in England; notes she was the first captain to lead out an England Women's side on a Football League First Division ground; further that she was the first captain to lead an England Women's …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Support for autism diagnosis
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House has considered the Westminster Commission on Autism’s third report entitled Support Surrounding Diagnosis; recognises that the period surrounding an autism diagnosis is often stressful and uncertain; notes that access to the right support is vital; further notes that many people seeking an autism diagnosis do not have …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Baby Loss Awareness Week and Held In Our Hearts charity
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House recognises Baby Loss Awareness Week; highlights that it is an opportunity to remember the babies who are no longer with us, to support bereaved parents and families, to raise awareness about pregnancy and baby loss and to drive improvements in support for those affected and in the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 10th November 2021
Rights of British nationals in the UAE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes with profound concern that British women who live and work in the United Arab Emirates have been detained with obvious signs of mistreatment and breaches of human rights; welcomes the conclusions of a fact finding report into the treatment of British women in the UAE; recognises …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd November 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th November 2021
Recognising the 1988 massacre in Iran
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House supports justice for the victims of the 1988 massacre in Iran; recognises that in 1988, thousands of political prisoners, as many as 30,000, were massacred based on a fatwa by Iran's Supreme Leader Khomeini primarily targeting members of the opposition PMOI (MEK) who remained committed to their …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 13
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
27th October 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th November 2021
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House believes that there should be an urgent national all-faith delegation to Tehran to petition for the immediate release of British citizen Nazanin Zaghari Ratcliffe and other political detainees currently being held in Iran; condemns the continued unjust detention of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and other dual citizens and political …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th October 2021
Staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members
Tabled by:
Charlotte Nichols (Labour - Warrington North)
That this House recognises and celebrates the efforts of staff of hon. and Rt. hon. Members; applauds their efforts on behalf of constituents, particularly during the course of the covid-19 pandemic when workloads have increased enormously; specifically thanks caseworkers who have recently worked tirelessly to aid people stranded in Afghanistan …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th October 2021
Mandatory labelling system for plastic present in clothing and accessories
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes the fashion industry’s significant contribution to global plastic pollution; recognises that some 60 per cent of material made into clothing is plastic, with more than a third of all microplastics released into the ocean deriving from these synthetic fibres; further notes that some 70 million barrels …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Campaign to secure the future of the Covid Memorial Wall
Tabled by:
Afzal Khan (Labour - Manchester Rusholme)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Covid Memorial Wall on Albert Embankment by Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice; notes that this memorial now includes over 150,000 hand-painted hearts to symbolise all those who lost their lives during the coronavirus pandemic; praises the work of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 92
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 9
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd September 2021
42 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd September 2021
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th October 2021
Nationality on electoral registration forms
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes that it is not possible to identify as Welsh as a separate nationality on the electoral registration form or on the annual Household Enquiry Form; further notes that census data shows that 58 percent of the population in Wales identify as Welsh and not British; warns …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Mental health care
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House believes there is a crisis of mental health problems in our country today; expresses its concern that the covid-19 outbreak has had a hugely detrimental impact on people’s mental health, which is likely to lead to increased pressure on mental health services in the coming months and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Arrests and detentions in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern reports by Amnesty International and others that authorities in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq have subjected numerous journalists, activists and protestors to arbitrary arrests and forceable disappearances in a series of crackdowns beginning in March 2020; understands that among those detained is Sherwan Ameen, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Women in Football
Tabled by:
Baroness Elliott of Whitburn Bay (Labour - Sunderland Central)
That this House welcomes Women in Football’s new campaign #GetOnside; echoes the campaign’s call for better gender equality in the football Industry; notes Women in Football’s success in representing women at all levels in the football industry; further notes the positive effect that the 2018 #WhatIf campaign had on equality …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th September 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Anthony Nolan and Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises Blood Cancer Awareness Month from 1-30 September; notes its importance for raising awareness of blood cancers and the necessity of their early diagnosis to save lives; commends charitable organisations like Anthony Nolan and their campaign to amplify voices of blood cancer patients; recognises their Blood Cancer …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
18th August 2021
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Aug 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Protecting grasslands at COP26 and beyond
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House recognises that species-rich grasslands offer ways of reducing the impact of greenhouse gases that cause climate change by reducing flooding risk, locking up pollutants and acting as critical ecosystems for pollinators and supporting sustainable and resilient farming; regrets that in the last 100 years the UK alone …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Spyware and state surveillance of journalists
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is deeply concerned by reports that at least 180 journalists across the world have been spied on using Pegasus software, a tool developed by the Israeli cybersurveillance company NSO and sold to a number of clients, including states across the world; notes that among those who have …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Mountbatten diaries
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House notes with concern that the personal diaries of Lord and Lady Mountbatten were purchased from the family's Broadlands Archive Trust, a decade ago, by Southampton University with a substantial sum of public money including almost £2 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund; that, until the sale to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
World Hepatitis Day 2021
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes World Hepatitis Day 2021 on the 28 July which aims to raise awareness of those living with Hepatitis, a disease that causes inflammation of the liver, a vital organ that processes nutrients, filters blood and fights infections; further notes the Hepatitis Can't Wait Campaign, which raises …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Unsafe cladding and building safety defects
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes with concern the large number of people who, four years after the Grenfell Tower fire, are still living in blocks with unsafe cladding and other building safety defects; is aware that that situation is causing great concern and distress to leaseholders who are currently unable to …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Negotiating a peace settlement on the Korean Peninsula
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House notes the work by Congressman Brad Sherman to encourage new efforts towards formally ending the state of war on the Korean Peninsula through his Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act that was recently introduced in the US House of Representatives; recognises that that symbolic move could play …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Support for bionic limbs and NHS England Prosthetics Service Review
Tabled by:
Mohammad Yasin (Labour - Bedford)
That this House is concerned with the current prosthetic service, especially for upper limb amputees; notes the incredible skills and efforts of those working within the NHS but believes that the Government should be doing more to actively fund and support research and development into the use and supply of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Support for the coach industry in England
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House is concerned at the level of support provided for the English coach industry during the covid-19 outbreak; notes that pre-pandemic the coach sector was a healthy sector with a viable future; recognises that sector's vital role in tourism, school transport, rural services and train and airport emergency …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
BBC regional political monitoring of Parliament
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is deeply concerned by proposals to reduce the number of staff working in the BBC Regional Political Unit based at Millbank by over a third; notes that the unit is the eyes and ears of the BBC English regions in Westminster, co-ordinating political newsgathering for the BBC’s …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Tactile paving
Tabled by:
Sarah Olney (Liberal Democrat - Richmond Park)
That this House acknowledges the Rail Accident Investigation Branch report into the fatality of Cleveland Gervais, a blind passenger fatally struck by a train on 26 February 2020 after falling from platform 1 of Eden Park station; notes that 35 per cent of platforms are seriously dangerous for blind and …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 13
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Racism following the Euro 2020 final
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this house unequivocally condemns the racist abuse aimed at the England Men’s Football team after the UEFA European Championship Final on 11 July 2021; notes that 19 year old Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka was forced to take down his Instagram account as a result of racist abuse; further notes …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
England and Euro 2020
Tabled by:
Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
This House congratulates the England Football Team, manager Gareth Southgate, the players and all the back room staff for the way they have represented the country with dignity and commitment; particularly commends them for the clear and demonstrable opposition to racism and discrimination which they have shown before every game …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 7
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Dame Carol Black's independent review of drugs
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House thanks Professor Dame Carol Black for her comprehensive Independent Review of Drugs, Part 2 which outlines a clear way forward on drug treatment and recovery to bring hope and real change to the many individuals, families and communities whose lives are blighted by drug addiction and by …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2021
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
England national football team Euro 2020 runners up
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House celebrates the incredible achievements of the England men’s football team in the UEFA Euro 2020 championship, reaching the final of a major tournament for the first time in 55 years; expresses deep pride and great respect for the way that team's players and manager conducted themselves on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Human rights situation in Egypt
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is deeply concerned about continuing serious human rights violations in Egypt, including reports of systematic torture, enforced disappearances, unfair trials and the blatant misuse of counter-terrorism and national security legislation, following the military overthrow of the Morsi Government in July 2013; notes with profound regret that according …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th July 2021
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
5th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
180th anniversary of first package holiday
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes July 1841 was the first known organised group holiday event which later evolved into an international travel business known as Thomas Cook; recognises the humble beginnings of the Charitable and Christian endeavours of the founder, expressing the hope that his humility and compassion in gospel outreach …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
5th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Hassan Mushaima and political prisoners detained in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House is deeply concerned by the decade-long detention of 73-year-old Hassan Mushaima in Bahrain who was sentenced to life imprisonment for his peaceful role as a political opposition leader in 2011; decries that Mushaima was brutally tortured, subjected to protracted medical negligence and that his condition continues to …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
5th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Award of George Cross for the NHS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the wonderful decision of Her Majesty the Queen to grant the NHS the highest gallantry award for civilians in the form of the George Cross which is an acknowledgement for acts of the greatest heroism or for most conspicuous courage in circumstance of extreme danger; notes …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th July 2021
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Service reductions at the British Council
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House acknowledges the vital role of the British Council in promoting education, training and language across the globe; notes that it was created in 1934 to improve global cultural relations and social mobility and currently works with over 100 countries worldwide changing the lives of millions and helping …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Srebrenica Memorial Week 2021
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that from 4 to 11 July 2021, the UK will mark Srebrenica Memorial Week with commemorations taking place in hundreds of schools, local authorities, places of worship, community centres, and police forces to name but a few, all of which bring the nation together in powerful …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Single National Curriculum in Pakistan
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned with the proposed contents of the Single National Curriculum in Pakistan; notes the increase in content of Islamic education in subjects like Urdu and English in the primary school books; further notes that students from various minorities will be forced to learn about Islam involuntarily, …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th July 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th July 2021
Human rights in Western Sahara
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House strongly condemns the attacks on human rights defenders, students, journalists and academics who publicly criticise the Government of Morocco; profoundly regrets the recent violence perpetrated in the most high profile cases including Sultana and Laura Khaya, Babuizid Muhammed, Saaed Labhi, Salek Baber and Khaled Bouvfraya; is alarmed …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Support for the music sector and the covid-19 roadmap
Tabled by:
David Warburton (Independent - Somerton and Frome)
That this House notes that stage four of the covid-19 roadmap has been moved from 21 June to 19 July 2021; further notes that many music businesses and freelance workers have been without work since March 2020 and that, in 2020, 70 per cent of musicians lost over three quarters …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st June 2021
Royal Society of Biology's Parliamentary Links Day
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Biology on organizing this year’s Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 22 June 2021 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the timely theme of Science and Climate Change; welcomes the Society’s continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Jailing of Darya Polyudova
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes with great concern the jailing of Darya Polyudova leader of the Left Resistance movement in Russia; further notes that on 31 May 2021 the Western District Military Court in Moscow sentenced the 32-year-old activist to six years in a prison colony for postings on social media, …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Zero-carbon domestic renewables
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the UK's legal commitment to reduce carbon emissions, including those from domestic dwellings, to Net Zero by 2050; further notes that 30% of UK carbon dioxide emissions are from domestic dwellings; recognises that micro-generation of home grown energy and heating is vital to reach the Net …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Low carbon homes, community buildings and churches
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes the delay to the Heat and Buildings Strategy; further notes the delay to the Future Homes Standard, the withdrawal of funding for the Green Homes Grant voucher scheme, and the discontinuation of the Renewable Heat Incentive; and encourages the Government to come forward urgently with comprehensive …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Christian persecution in Nigeria
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the recent report by Intersociety Rule of Law which stated that 1,470 Christians were murdered and over 2,200 were abducted by jihadists in the first four months of 2021 in Nigeria; further notes the increase in Blasphemy cases in Northern Nigeria resulting in long prison sentences; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
14th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Government review of NHS eating disorder services
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House expresses strong concern at the lack of a coherent and effective approach to eating disorders in the UK; notes the impact of calorie labelling and other anti-obesity measures on those with eating disorders; further notes with dismay the increasing number of incidences of people experiencing eating disorders …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes that 4 June marks the 32nd anniversary of the 1989 brutal suppression of peaceful human rights and pro-democracy activists in Tiananmen Square in Beijing in which thousands died or were wounded; recognises that to this day, the family members of the victims are seeking justice for …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
14th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Sustainability in national curriculum
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House considers best practice from across the United Kingdom and globally in terms of integrating sustainability into the national curriculum; recognises that the environmental challenges that we face require young people across the United Kingdom to be made more aware of the threats from climate change, environmental degradation, …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th June 2021
19 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
14th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
UK City of Culture changes
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes recent changes being introduced for future City of Culture bids; acknowledges the significant benefits that can accrue for successful Cities; recognises that previous winners such as Londonderry the first ever UK City of Culture, Hull and Coventry were all recognised as locations that raised the profile …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jun 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Pet theft reform
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes with concern the recent increase in dog thefts and associated violence; acknowledges the unprecedented levels of demand for canine companionship during the covid-19 pandemic, resulting in inflated dog prices; recognises that people have an exceptionally powerful bond with their pets, regarding them as priceless, irreplaceable family …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
10th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st June 2021
Protect access to cash
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House believes that the UK Government should implement legislation to protect access to cash a priority in this Parliamentary session as part of a proactive campaign to ensure that vulnerable people are not disproportionately affected by the move towards a cashless society.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th June 2021
Windrush Day 2021
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2021 will be the 73rd anniversary of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Dock and the fourth annual Windrush Day; supports the commemorations across the country recognising the immense impact that the Windrush generation has had on the UK's society and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th April 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Proposed European Super League
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House condemns the proposals to create a breakaway European Super League which is based on cynical greed rather than sporting integrity and merit; asserts that billionaire club owners are attempting to rip apart the fabric of our national sport to further their own interests; further asserts that those …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th April 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
100 years of the National Pharmacy Association
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates the National Pharmacy Association (NPA) as it celebrates 100 years of serving community pharmacies in the UK; notes that the NPA has helped its members through enormous change, including the formation of the NHS in 1948, the overhaul of medicines regulations in 1968, the massive expansion …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Opposition and democracy in Turkey
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned by the legal process underway in Turkey to shut down the second largest opposition party in Turkey, the People’s Democratic Party (HDP); notes the case filed by Chief Public Prosecutor Bekir Sahin in the Constitutional Court, which claims that the HDP aimed to disrupt …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
22nd March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th April 2021
50th Anniversary of Bangladesh Independence
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House commemorates the 50th anniversary of the independence of Bangladesh; recalls the support from the UK for that country's independence; remembers the victims of atrocities by the Pakistan army in that country's war of independence; welcomes developments in Bangladesh demonstrating the restoration of the rule of law and …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
100th Anniversary of Andrew Watson’s death
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of Andrew Watson, the world’s first black footballer who began his football career at Maxwell FC, based at Queen’s Park in Glasgow; notes his subsequent move to Parkgrove FC based at Trinidad Park, adjacent to today’s Ibrox Stadium, alongside Robert …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Protection of religious minorities in Bangladesh
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House condemns the recent attacks on religious minorities in Bangladesh; urges the Government of Bangladesh to take strong steps to tackle the increasing levels of violence against minority Hindu communities in that region and ensure their safety and security; and urges the UK Government to encourage the Government …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Celebrating fifty years of the Campaign for Real Ale
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House congratulates the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), headquartered in St Albans, on their 50th anniversary; commends the organisation and its members for their tireless campaigning in support of the unique heritage of real ale, cider and perry found in the British Isles; further congratulates them for their …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
UK’s annual blossom season
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House celebrates Britain’s annual blossom season as one of the most beautiful in the world; recognises blossom's significance as a national symbol of spring, renewal and hope that all communities can enjoy, made all the important in the midst of the nation’s effort to tackle coronavirus; notes the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 10-16 May 2021 as Mental Health Awareness Week and congratulates the Mental Health Foundation for its 21st Mental Health Awareness Week, this year focused on nature and the environment; notes with concern the obstacles that have hindered people’s access to nature especially during the pandemic; further …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
8th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Uprating of state pensions
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House regrets that over half a million UK pensioners continue to have their pensions frozen as a result of where they live and notes that 90 per cent of those people live in Commonwealth countries with which the UK has strong cultural and historical ties; is further concerned …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
4th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Stanley Newens
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes with sadness the death of Stanley Newens, a hard working socialist and former Member of Parliament and subsequently the European Parliament; respects his tremendous career as a lifelong campaigner for internationalism, social justice, and the people of his former constituencies of Epping, Harlow, and later Central …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
24th February 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
London Capital & Finance Plc bondholder compensation
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the significant losses of the 11,625 London Capital & Finance Plc (LC&F) bondholders who invested about £237million and may only get 20 per cent of their investment back following the scheme’s failure; notes that the Financial Services Compensation Scheme has paid £56.3 million in compensation to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
11th February 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Support to tackle food waste
Tabled by:
Neil Parish (Conservative - Tiverton and Honiton)
That this House recognises the valuable work of FareShare, the UK’s biggest charity fighting hunger and food waste, in providing two million meals per week to people in need during the covid-19 pandemic; acknowledges that it is deeply regrettable that two million tonnes of food goes to waste in the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 9th March 2021
Roy Greenslade, the IRA and the Guardian
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the explanation by Guardian columnist Roy Greenslade of the Provisional IRA’s armed campaign, wishes he had recognised the realities of reform, increasing Anglo-Irish co-operation, and the persistent efforts of Irish and British campaigners to challenge terrorism; welcomes the Guardian's reflection on allowing a senior journalist to …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 9th March 2021
The Census and Residential Leaseholders
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House questions whether a residential leaseholder is to be classified in the National Census as 'Owns . . ' which they do not; 'Rents' which is not what a leaseholder is thought to pay; asks the National Statistician to issue guidance; and asks that in future leaseholders and …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
27th January 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th January 2021
Healthy Homes Act
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House welcomes the campaign by the Town & Country Planning Association (TCPA) for a Healthy Homes Act which would require all new homes and neighbourhoods to be of decent quality and outlaw those which undermine residents’ health and wellbeing; recognises that too many people suffer in poor quality, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 7
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th January 2021
Plan for schools to safely reopen during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House declares that children and their wellbeing must be at the heart of Government decision-making; recognises the negative effect that schools being closed to most pupils is having on the wellbeing and mental health of children; notes that research has shown that home-schooling has been inconsistent across the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th January 2021
Covid-19 vaccine prioritisation for police staff
Tabled by:
Florence Eshalomi (Labour (Co-op) - Vauxhall and Camberwell Green)
That this House pays tribute to the role key workers have played throughout the covid-19 pandemic; notes that in addition to health and social workers and other key workers, frontline police officers have an increased risk of exposure to covid-19, with the Metropolitan Police recently telling the London Assembly’s Police …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th January 2021
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 7th January 2021
Support for hospitality businesses
Tabled by:
Rupa Huq (Labour - Ealing Central and Acton)
That this House notes with alarm that the hospitality sector suffered 297,000 job losses between February and November 2020 according to Office for National Statistics data; recognises the immense efforts and sacrifices hospitality business owners, including many from BME backgrounds, have made to keep their premises covid-19 secure prior to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2020
Nadine Marshall and revised probation instructions
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House congratulates Nadine Marshall for securing vital revisions to the probation instructions on Serious Further Offending; recognises that these changes mean that families of victims will now be entitled to timely and transparent information when an offender subject to supervision goes on to kill; remembers Nadine’s son, Conner, …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2020
Situation in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House endorses the statement of 24 November to the Security Council by Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq; agrees that Iraq faces several interlinked and mutually reinforcing crises and that the devastating economic impact of covid will probably outlast the …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
3rd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2020
Debenhams and the Arcadia Group
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses its concern for the estimated 26,000 workers affected by this week’s announcements by both Debenhams and the Arcadia Group that they will be entering administration; recognises that many of these workers will have worked for these companies for much of their life and may have to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2020
Priority groups for covid-19 vaccinations
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House pays tribute to the selfless role key workers have played throughout the covid-19 pandemic; notes that in addition to health and social care workers, workers in key occupations have an increased risk of exposure to covid-19, with ONS data showing that during the first wave of covid-19 …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2020
Human Rights Day 2020
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that the world celebrates Human Rights Day 2020 on 10 December; further notes that this is a day to commemorate the UN General Assembly adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948; highlights that human rights are abused by repressive regimes across the world, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th December 2020
Australian Government response to online disinformation from China
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with profound concern the social media post made by a Chinese Communist Party official which includes a digitally-created image depicting an Australian soldier cutting the throat of a child in Afghanistan; deeply regrets China’s consistent and targeted spreading of disinformation through fabricated images, videos and disingenuous …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
2nd December 2020
45 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 3rd December 2020
Gross Domestic Wellbeing
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the publication of the innovative Gross Domestic Wellbeing Index by the Carnegie UK Trust; recognises that GDP growth fails to capture a true picture of progress; welcomes the aim of developing holistic approaches to understanding and measuring progress that include social, environmental, economic and democratic wellbeing; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week; notes the profound impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on diagnosis, access to specialist advice, investigations and surgery for people with Crohn’s and Colitis; appreciates the care provided by healthcare professionals in Inflammatory Bowel Disease services during the pandemic; recognises the role …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
1st December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Independence Day in Finland
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises and celebrates Independence Day on 6 December 2020 with the people of Finland, a thriving, prosperous and successful country within the European Union, who gained their independence from Russia in 1917; and commends their democratic Government and acknowledges their innovative programmes for homelessness, healthcare and social …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Effect of covid-19 on disabled people and employment
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act, an important step towards equality for people with disabilities; recognises the disproportionate impact of the covid-19 pandemic on disabled people; notes with concern that 71 per cent of disabled people employed in March have been impacted by loss …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
1st December 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Disability Awareness Week Northern Ireland
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Disability Awareness Week NI which runs from Monday 30 November - 4 December 2020; highlights that the Arts Council of Northern Ireland will be revisiting and highlighting some of the amazing arts organisations that work with people with disabilities; congratulates the Public Health Agency NI in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Human and trade union rights in Pakistan
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
This House is alarmed at reports that Amar Fayaz, a Progressive Youth Alliance activist in Pakistan, was allegedly taken in to custody by security services on 8 November 2020 outside Liaqat Medical University in Jamshoro, and still has not reappeared; expresses solidarity with his family, wife and daughter who are …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Post offices and sub-postmasters
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House believes that sub-postmasters and their staff provide financial services that ensure the physical and psychological wellbeing of 300,000 vulnerable people; that the ongoing covid-19 pandemic has made this a very difficult time for post offices; thanks sub-postmasters for their hard work and commitment and strongly urges the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Loch Lomond Brewery and the Scottish Beer Awards
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates Loch Lomond Brewery for winning brewery of the year at the prestigious Scottish Beer Awards, understands that it was also successful in winning the best branding award and believes that its success is thoroughly deserved; notes that those involved in Loch Lomond Brewery are passionate about …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Human Rights in Sri Lanka and the Relocation of the BBC Sinhala Service
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
That this House notes the recent Foreign and Commonwealth and Development Office reports that the human rights environment in Sri Lanka worsened, with the continuation of surveillance and intimidation of activists and human rights defenders, the detention without charge of a high profile human rights lawyer, and a presidential pardon …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Small Business Saturday
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes Small Business Saturday 2020 on the 5 December; notes that this successful, grassroots campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to shop local and support small businesses in their communities is now in its eighth year in the UK with a record 17.6 million …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
International Volunteers Day
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises International Volunteers Day on 5 December 2020; welcomes this day as an opportunity to celebrate volunteers, promote volunteerism and recognise volunteer contributions; and further recognises and pays thanks to the many volunteers who have been at the forefront of medical, community and societal responses throughout the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
No Recourse to Public Funds
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House believes that the Government has a duty to ensure that everyone living in the UK is protected from both the health and financial impacts of Coronavirus; understands that long before the pandemic No Recourse to Public Funds restrictions have pushed migrants and their families into poverty and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Carers Rights Day 2020
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House acknowledges the estimated 13.6 million people across the UK who are providing unpaid care; recognises the importance of Carers Rights Day 2020, taking place on 26 November 2020, in raising awareness of the work of unpaid carers and ensuring they are informed about their rights and entitlements; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Endometriosis and access to statutory support
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House congratulates the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Endometriosis and Endometriosis UK for their important inquiry into the challenges faced by those with the condition and the publication of their report entitled Endometriosis in the UK: Time for Change; notes that endometriosis is a chronic and sometimes debilitating condition …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Financial support for self employed people during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern research from the National Audit Office which has found that 2.9 million freelancers, contractors and newly self-employed are excluded from the Government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme and analysis from the Institute for Fiscal Studies, which estimates that 38 per cent of individuals with self-employment …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Covid-19 and fuel poverty
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern that 2.4 million households are living in fuel poverty, with research by National Energy Action finding that an average of 9,700 deaths a year in the UK are caused by living in a cold house; further notes with concern that thousands of household are …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
The 0.7 per cent overseas aid commitment
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses concern and condemnation of any attempt by the Government to reduce aid spending by ending the UK’s commitment to spend 0.7 per cent of Gross National Income (GNI) on Overseas Development Assistance; notes that the 0.7 per cent target was adopted by the UN General Assembly …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Paid helpline for gas and electricity suppliers
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House draws attention to the issue of paid helplines for gas and electricity suppliers; highlights that the use of 03 numbers in this context can cost up to £0.35p a minute; condemns this excessive price, as it excludes customers on a low income or universal credit from being …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Winner of The Booker Prize 2020
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Scottish-American author Douglas Stuart on winning the Booker Prize 2020 for his debut novel, Shuggie Bain, a raw and beautifully tender story based on his own experiences growing up in poverty in 1980s Glasgow with a mother battling addiction; further congratulations him on being only the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Re-open churches for public worship
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the discussions taking place between the Government and the devolved legislatures on a greater degree of consensus on how various restrictions are implemented in the run up to Christmas; and calls on the Government to include in the discussions the issue of the re-opening of churches …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
24th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Conflict in Ethiopia
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned about the escalation of conflict in Ethiopia; condemns the deliberate killing of innocent civilians; sends its sincerest condolences to all those who have tragically lost loved ones as a result; notes the estimated 4,000 refugees per day fleeing Ethiopia; further notes the UNHRC’s warning …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
24th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
The situation in Iran
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises the people of Iran are suffering terribly as a result of covid-19; acknowledges that it is vital that medical aid and other humanitarian assistance reaches them; notes that the coronavirus crisis does not stop at any border; and therefore calls on the Government to work with …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Short respite breaks for terminally ill children and their families
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House recognises that short breaks for respite are a lifeline for terminally ill children and their families; notes new evidence by Pro Bono Economics which estimates that parents of children who need respite delivered by children’s palliative care providers experience significantly less stress as a result of receiving …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th November 2020
18 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th November 2020
VAT Retail Export Scheme
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House expresses its concern at the Government's decision to abolish the VAT Retail Export Scheme, otherwise known as tax-free shopping, from 1 January 2021 with inaccurate determinations having been made of the impact of that decision; acknowledges that since that decision was announced, businesses have been facing the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 11
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
19th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2020
British Overseas Territories Citizenship
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes under the British Nationality Act 1981 children born outside of marriage to British Overseas Territories fathers, before the 1st July 2006 are deemed illegitimate and are prevented from inheriting their father’s citizenship by descent; further notes that this does not apply if the child’s mother is …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Global Islamophobia
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House draws attention to Islamophobia in the UK and worldwide; supports Islamophobia Awareness Month; draws attention to the fact that Rohingya Muslims have been driven out of Myanmar and now seek refuge in Bangladesh; that two mosques were simultaneously attacked in New Zealand in 2019; that Uyghur Muslims …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Anniversary of the Bhopal poisonous gas leak
Tabled by:
Navendu Mishra (Labour - Stockport)
That this House remembers the terrible disaster that took place on 2 December 1984 in Bhopal, India, when a major poisonous gas leak from the Union Carbide pesticide plant resulted in more than 600,000 people being exposed to the highly toxic methyl isocyanate gas, thousands of people dying and many …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Safeguarding the small brewers relief scheme
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes the positive impact that the small brewers relief scheme has had on the survival and growth of the UK’s small independent breweries; notes that this could be undermined by the Treasury’s proposed changes to the scheme to reduce the 50 per cent rate from 5,000hl to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th November 2020
National Consumer Week 2020
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commends National Consumer Week 2020 which runs from the 16 to 22 November; pays tribute to the excellent work undertaken by Advice Direct Scotland which runs Scotland's national consumer advice service, consumeradvice.scot, Trading Standards Scotland and Citizens’ Advice Scotland to protect and support consumers; understands that this …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Electrical Fire Safety Week
Tabled by:
Yvonne Fovargue (Labour - Makerfield)
That this House notes that the 23rd to the 29th of November is Electrical Fire Safety Week (EFSW) which is run by the charity Electrical Safety First in co-operation with the Home Office’s Fire Kills campaign; commends the Charity’s work to reduce fires caused by electricity of which there are …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Dementia and the covid-19 pandemic
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes the profound and disproportionate impact of covid-19 pandemic on people with dementia and their carers; appreciates the heroic efforts made by family members and friends to care for their loved ones during the pandemic; acknowledges the challenges faced by those with dementia and their carers, including …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020
Virtual participation in debates
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes with deep concern that some Members have not been able to take part virtually in debates, which means that those Members have been disenfranchised; further notes that this, in effect, disenfranchises those constituents who are left without a voice in House of Commons debates; recognises that …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020
The potential merits of a Care Leaver Department for Work and Pensions marker
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House recognises that Care Experienced people experience unique challenges in childhood that often mean they require additional support as they transition into adulthood; understands that when Care Experienced people leave care, they can face homelessness and financial difficulty resulting in the need to access Universal Credit; acknowledges that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020
Care-Experienced bursary
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House understands that Care Experienced people’s education is often interrupted in childhood as a result of being removed from home; recognises that statistically, Care Experienced people are less likely than their peers to attend further and higher education; appreciates that many Care Experienced people re-engage with education later …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th November 2020
Let LIVE Thrive campaign
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the existential crisis facing the live events industry in the UK as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; notes the significant contribution that music, theatre, sport and other live events make to the economy; recognises the potentially dire consequences for industry organisations and professionals if the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
World Kindness Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes World Kindness Day was celebrated on 13 November 2020; further notes that whilst the day has passed the sentiment must continue; encourages hon. Members to act with kindness and gentleness in how we treat those we agree with and those we disagree with alike; and further …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Vitamin D and covid-19
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the growing body of evidence on the positive role vitamin D can play in mitigating against the incidence and severity of covid-19; encourages the Government to undertake further research into the relationship between vitamin D, immune health and covid-19; acknowledges the already high levels of vitamin …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
World Children's Day: Support for children in conflict zones during covid-19
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises that 20 November 2020 is World Children’s Day; notes with deep concern the plight of the 149 million children caught up in high-intensity conflict zones who now face the additional threat of the covid-19 pandemic; recognises that no-one is safe from covid-19 until everyone is, and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
A National Resilience Programme
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes the importance of physical activity to keeping older people healthy and resilient; further notes that one in three older people did less physical activity during the first lockdown in March 2020 and that within three days of not using muscles people can experience significant decreases in …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Contribution of John Hays to the North East
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House recognises the sad passing of John Hays, the founder of the UK's largest independent travel agent, Hays Travel; notes that he was not only a successful businessman but a hugely popular, highly respected and well-loved figure in the North East, being recognised not only for his business …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Recognition for Dental Care Professionals
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House commends the work of dental nurses, dental therapists, dental hygienists, orthodontic therapists and dental care professionals (DCPs) carrying out frontline work at Urgent Care Dental Centres during the covid-19 outbreak; notes that dental nurses in particular are a focal point in the provision of dental treatment delivered …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
White Ribbon Day 2020
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises White Ribbon Day 2020 which takes place on Wednesday 25 November; notes that this is a day for people to stand up, speak out and say no to violence against women; further recognises the significance of this day during a year which has seen an increase …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Health and safety protections for gig economy workers
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the finding of the High Court that the UK Government has failed to properly implement EU health and safety directives and has failed to transpose important EU health and safety protections into UK law; notes that the case was taken to court by the Independent Workers’ …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th November 2020
International Day of People with Disabilities
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises 3 December is the International Day of People with Disabilities, a day to celebrate disabled people and champion their abilities; supports the United Nation’s work surrounding this campaign, notes this year’s theme is entitled not all disabilities are visible, which aims to spread awareness and understanding …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Closure of suicide forums
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this house notes with sadness the death of Joe Nihill, a popular young man and former army cadet from Whinmoor in East Leeds who, following three bereavements, tragically took his life at 23 years old after accessing online forums that encourage suicide; is concerned that these forums, which contain …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th November 2020
Award of Chatham House Prize 2020 to Justices of Malawi's Constitutional Court
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the judges on the Constitutional Court of Malawi, Justice Healey Potani, Justice Ivy Kamanga, Justice Redson Kapindu, Justice Dingiswayo Madise and Justice Michael Tembo, who have been awarded the 2020 Chatham House Prize in recognition of the courage and independence in the defence of democracy demonstrated …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th November 2020
Iran's Document on Judicial Security
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the document on judicial security signed by Iran’s judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi; notes the pledges contained within it to ban torture, the use of forced confessions, solitary confinement, illegal police detentions, and other violations of defendants’ rights; further welcomes the guaranteed consular access for foreign nationals …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
11th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th November 2020
Just Transition campaign for offshore oil and gas workers
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Offshore report published by Platform London, Friends of the Earth Scotland and Greenpeace based on results from a survey of nearly 1,400 predominantly upstream oil and gas workers on industry conditions and the green energy transition; notes that of those surveyed, 91 per cent had …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th November 2020
Launch of Freeview Accessible TV Guide
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commends the launch of Freeview’s Accessible TV Guide on Channel 555; recognises that this Guide is a key step towards the digital inclusion of people with disabilities, making programmes accessible to those with sight and hearing impairments; notes that this Guide meets all of OFCOMs Electronic Programme …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
Inflammatory bowel disease
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the current challenges facing the 300,000 patients across the UK with inflammatory bowel disease; further notes that inflammatory bowel disease is a chronic and debilitating disease which can have a significant impact on the physical and mental well-being of patients and can also greatly affect social …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
9th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
VAT on facemasks and other personal protective equipment
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes that the Treasury has ended VAT exemptions for face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE); is concerned that increasing the price of masks and other PPE will discourage people from buying and wearing PPE in line with Government guidance; and urges the Government to reinstate …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
Increase in violence against women in Turkey
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House is extremely concerned about the eroding of women’s rights in Turkey and notes the alarming increase of reported assaults and homicide against women over the past year; finds it concerning that that increase has occurred during a global pandemic which disproportionately impacts women economically; is concerned about …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
Dismissals of app-based courier and private hire driver workers
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House condemns the opaque and unjust process by which app-based couriers and private hire drivers working for companies such as UBER and Deliveroo can be blocked permanently from their accounts and thus effectively dismissed from their jobs; recognises that couriers and private hire drivers are key workers who …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Disability Discrimination Act 1995
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that 25 years ago, on 8 November 1995, the Disability Discrimination Act received Royal Assent; recalls that this landmark piece of legislation was the result of a hard-fought campaign by disabled people, with up to 100,000 disabled activists taking part in direct action, campaigning for equal …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Sports chaplain Steve Nash
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends sports chaplain Steve Nash on his sterling work to provide wellbeing and mental health support to his local football team, Newtongrange Star; notes that Steve, a volunteer with wellbeing charity Thistle, has been drawing on his own experiences as he looks to support players at the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Robert Fisk
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House pays tribute to the contribution of renowned foreign correspondent, Robert Fisk following his death on 30 October 2020; notes that Mr Fisk began his career with the Sunday Express before working for the Times and finishing his career with the Independent; further notes that Mr Fisk reported …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2020
Falkland Islands mine-free declaration
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the Falkland Islands will officially be declared mine-free on November 14 2020, fulfilling the UK's commitment of its clearance obligation under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention; notes that with this declaration the entire UK and her Overseas Territories will be mine-free; pays tribute to the members …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 8
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020
Elections for the Shura Advisory Council
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House welcomes the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Tamin bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar, that the country will hold elections for its Shura Advisory Council next October; recognises that these elections are an important step, as they will allow Qatari citizens to elect Shura Council members …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th May 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020
Prisoners of conscience in the Middle East
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 15 May 2020 marks the second anniversary of the wave of arrests targeting Saudi women’s rights activists; is concerned that several, including Loujain al-Hathloul, Naseema al-Sadah, Samar Badawi, Nouf Abdulaziz and Maya’a al-Zahrani, remain in detention and eight others remain on trial; is dismayed by …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
5th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020
Accelerating human relevant life sciences in the UK
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House acknowledges that many of the major diseases of our time remain poorly understood and lack adequate treatments; notes the economic, business and public health benefits of developing New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) that have the potential to reduce drug development failures and save costs and time; recognises that …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 31
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Places of worship
Tabled by:
Lord Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House recognises the considerable role played by places of worship of all faiths in providing support to communities and individuals; is deeply concerned at the impact on mental health and personal wellbeing, especially on the the elderly, of the closure of places of worship during the period of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Future Social Care Coalition and support for care staff
Tabled by:
Baroness Keeley (Labour - Worsley and Eccles South)
That this House welcomes the launch of the cross party and cross sector Future Social Care Coalition and believes now is time for Government to support a fair deal for the social care workforce; notes that since the covid-19 outbreak social care workers are now seen as essential and not …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Immediate return of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori to the UK
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the unjust imprisonment of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori; notes the unfair sentencing of Anoosheh to 12 years imprisonment and summoning of Nazanin to court yet again; recognises the difficult and dangerous conditions that Nazanin is facing by being confined to remaining within 300 metres of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Ethnicity pay gap reporting
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes the efforts of Business in the Community to help cross-sector employers better understand ways that ensure the UK workplace is a place that Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) employees, business owners, entrepreneurs and communities feel they belong; further notes the potential benefit to the UK …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Big Bang Competition 2020
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates all the competitors who have taken part in the Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers Competition 2020 on the day that they would have normally been attending the Big Bang in Parliament during Tomorrow’s Engineers Week and would have been given the opportunity to showcase …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
British record breaking Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton
Tabled by:
Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House congratulates Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton on winning his 92nd Grand Prix thus making him the most successful race winning F1 driver of all time in addition to the world record that he already holds for all-time career points; acknowledges that Lewis is a fantastic ambassador …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Historic distillery in East Lothian reopens
Tabled by:
Kenny MacAskill (Alba Party - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the reopening of the historic Glenkinchie distillery located just south of Pencaitland after its refurbishment; understands Barbara Smith, managing director, brand homes for Diageo marked the official opening by planting a ceremonial tree; notes the grounds, that have been landscaped with wildflowers from the nearby Macplants …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd November 2020
11 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
WASPI women
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes with great concern the continuing unfair treatment of WASPI women; further notes that many of the women concerned had no prior notice that their pensionable age and eligibility was to be pushed back; draws attention to the ongoing injustice of the situation which has placed many …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Nursing students placements during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Olivia Blake (Labour - Sheffield Hallam)
That this House notes that in the first wave of the covid-19 outbreak, student nurses were rewarded with pay for their contribution to the response to the outbreak; further notes that throughout the covid-19 outbreak student healthcare workers have regularly worked 40 hour weeks, without pay, sick leave or death-in-service …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Proposed closure of the Institute of Commonwealth Studies
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House regrets the abrupt and unexpected decision to close the Institute of Commonwealth Studies (ICwS); encourages relevant stakeholders to reconsider this decision; notes that the ICwS stands at the heart of Commonwealth and Post-Colonial Studies; notes that the ICwS is the only postgraduate academic institution in the UK …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Lewis Hamilton's 92 Formula 1 victories
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates Lewis Hamilton on winning his 92nd F1 Grand Prix in Portugal on 25 October 2020, thereby overtaking Michael Schumacher as the most successful driver of all time.
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd November 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Tao Geoghegan Hart winner of the 2020 Giro D'Italia
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House warmly congratulates Tao Geoghegan Hart from London and Team Ineos Grenadier on winning the 2020 Giro D'Italia; notes that Mr Geoghegan Hart becomes only the fifth UK cyclist to win a Grand Tour following in the footsteps of Sir Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome, Simon Yates and Geraint …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Digital exclusion of asylum seekers
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises that asylum seekers in the UK receive cash support of £37.75 per week in the form of cash loaded on to an ASPEN debit card; notes that the Home Office describes this cash support as helping asylum seekers pay for essentials such as food, clothing and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Students' mental health during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House recognises that immense strain that students are currently under with regard to covid-19 restrictions implemented across UK universities; recognises that the need for accessible and high-quality mental health provision is paramount for the welfare of students across the country; notes the profound impact that the current restrictions …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
United Nations Day on 24 October 2020
Tabled by:
Stephen Farry (Alliance - North Down)
That this House joins in celebrating United Nations Day on 24 October 2020, marking the 75th anniversary of the United Nations Charter coming into effect; acknowledges the significant contributions made by the United Nations Organisation and the other agencies of the United Nations System to international peace and security, humanitarian …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
National Mentoring Week
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of mentoring, as young people, like the rest of society are facing monumental changes in their lives during the covid-19 outbreak; celebrates National Mentoring Week and The Diana Award who are ensuring that physical distancing during this challenging time does not exacerbate disconnection and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Police brutality and End SARS protests in Nigeria
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House condemns the reported deliberate shooting of unarmed protesters in Lagos and other parts of Nigeria; calls on the Nigerian Government to demonstrate their commitment to human rights and fulfil obligations to hold the police to account for extra-judicial killings, widespread torture and other ill-treatment of detainees in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Unionlearn
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
Line 5, leave out from 'is appalled' to end and add 'and urges the Secretary of State for Education to consider the value Unionlearn offers in promoting skills and opportunities and to reinstate the scheme.'
3 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
19th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Minister for Travel
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House recognises that the travel trade is a crucial sector of the British economy and furthermore an industry now facing an existential threat as a result of the coronavirus pandemic; regrets that many travel businesses have closed with many more on the brink of collapse due to the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Support for tourism, leisure, hospitality and the arts
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises the importance of the tourism, leisure, hospitality and arts sectors; further recognises the severe impact Covid-19 has had on their earnings; acknowledges that many of the businesses in these sectors had viable business models and were flourishing before the pandemic and must be supported so that …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Baby loss support
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the end of baby loss awareness week UK; highlights that for so many the pain continues on; underlines the statistic that 1 in 4 suffering from loss does not include the wider pain and grief of loved ones and family; encourages women and partners to mourn …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
15th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th November 2020
Drug deaths
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that deaths related to drug poisoning registered in England and Wales rose to a record 4,393 in 2019; notes that two-thirds of drug poisonings are due to drug misuse; further notes that half of the deaths involved an opiate, although cocaine deaths are also rising …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 16th October 2020
Ceasefire between Armenia and Azerbaijan
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the recent escalation of tensions between the armed forces of Armenia and Azerbaijan; notes with concern the clashes that took place both in the Tavush Province of Armenia and the Tovuz District of Azerbaijan on 12 July 2020, the further skirmishes on 13 …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
16th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 16th October 2020
Assassination in Malta of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House again condemns the assassination of Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was killed by a car bomb three years ago on 16 October 2017; calls again for full justice for her murder; commends her courageous investigative reporting exposing corruption in Malta and beyond; underscores the importance …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
14th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
Democratic process and and attacks on Kurds in Turkey
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that the Turkish authorities have issued arrest warrants for 82 members of the pro-Kurdish People’s Democratic Party (HDP), including current and former democratically elected mayors, and the party’s current Central Executive Board; further notes that the HDP is the third largest political party in Turkey; notes …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
Uyghur asylum seekers
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes reports from human rights groups which state that the Chinese Government is interning over one million Uyghur people in re-education camps across the Xinjiang Autonomous Region; further notes reports from the camps which allege that detainees are being kept in squalid conditions and are forced to …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2020
Covid-19 impact on mental health
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the effect of the covid-19 outbreak on mental health; further notes the concerns of mental health charities on the level of isolation of many; thanks the churches and voluntary organisations who have put phone call and garden visits into operation, where permissible, for people who are …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2020
Service Medal for British nuclear test veterans
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House honours the UK service personnel who participated in the British nuclear testing programme in Australia and the South Pacific from 1952 to 1967; notes that over 20,000 British personnel were present during the atomic tests and were exposed to ionising radiation with little or no personal protective …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alliance: 1
12th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2020
Treatment of football supporters during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Independent - Liverpool West Derby)
That this House is opposed to the introduction of a charge of £14.95 per game to view the 150 Premier League matches not part of the existing broadcast deal; notes that these matches are currently being televised free of charge; acknowledges that football is being played behind closed doors due …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
Import and production of foie gras
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House condemns the production of foie gras by force-feeding ducks and geese which causes severe physical and psychological pain for the animals involved, welcomes the continued ban on production of foie gras in the UK and calls on the Government to ban the import of this so-called delicacy …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
8th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2020
Census 2021
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that the ONS England and Wales Census as it appeared in 2011 did not allow for non-white citizens to identify as British; acknowledges that while the formal categories are not intentionally exclusionary, this oversight tells people of colour that they are unable to identify as solely …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
VAT on period pants
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House recognises the work done by WUKA Wear who have worked hard to promote the use of reusable menstrual products; references research carried out by WUKA Wear which found that 4.3 billion menstrual products are used each year, all of which goes to landfill or ends up in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th October 2020
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th October 2020
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 8th October 2020
Tackling child food insecurity
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House believes no child should go hungry; welcomes Government action to provide Free School Meals over the school summer holidays; recognises that families are still struggling to afford food, that 11 per cent of parents and 6 per cent of children have directly experienced food insecurity in the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 8th October 2020
Armenia, Artsakh and Azerbaijan
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the recent escalation of tensions between the armed forces of Armenia, Artsakh and Azerbaijan; notes with concern the clashes that took place both in the Tavush Province of Armenia and the Tovuz District of Azerbaijan on 12 July 2020, the further skirmishes on …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
5th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Independent - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street on 4 October when in 1936, Oswald Mosley and members of the British Union of Fascists were blocked from marching through East London by the Jewish community, trade unionists, socialists and others; recognises the continuing importance of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Down's Syndrome Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House celebrates World Down's Syndrome Awareness Month, which commences on October 1st 2020; recognises the remarkable contribution people with Down’s syndrome bring to our families, workplaces, communities and society at large; and welcomes the support of organisations, such as Down’s Syndrome Scotland, for raising awareness and providing help, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 1
5th October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Supporting open-access rail operators during the covid-19 outbreak
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that, unlike the franchised train operating companies, the UK’s open-access rail operators, including Hull Trains and Grand Central, have received no financial support package from the Government; further notes that passenger footfall and revenue across the railways remains below pre-covid 19 outbreak levels; is concerned that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Independent: 8
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th October 2020
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th October 2020
International Day of Older Persons 2020
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the establishment by the UN General Assembly of the International Day of Older Persons on 1 October each year; believes that older people have contributed greatly throughout their lives and deserve dignity and fairness in retirement; recognises the significant contribution many continue to make in retirement; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
1st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Nigel Owens 100 Test Caps
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House warmly congratulates international rugby union referee Nigel Owens for being selected to officiate the forthcoming Autumn Nations Cup match between France and Italy; notes that this will be the 100th international Mr Owens has refereed, the first Official to reach the landmark; further notes that Mr Owens …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Chinese, Korean and Japanese family festivals 2020
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this Houses wishes a very happy Mid-Autumn Festival to our Chinese community and a happy Chuseok and Tsukimi to our Korean and Japanese communities, recognises that these are family orientated celebrations that are unfortunately being disrupted by the necessary restrictions in place across these islands; appreciates the huge cultural, …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th October 2020
Support for Further Education colleges
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the unique role that colleges play in supporting people, employers and communities to thrive and central role in rebuilding the economy; endorses the vision of the Independent Commission on the College of the Future for a strategic and expanded role for colleges in empowering people with …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st October 2020
Funding for school counselling services
Tabled by:
Jon Trickett (Labour - Normanton and Hemsworth)
That this House notes with concern research from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy which found that 80 per cent of young people say their mental health has worsened during the covid-19 pandemic; further notes with concern that there could be significant future human and financial costs associated with …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st October 2020
Black History Month 2020
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes that October is Black History Month and welcomes the many events and initiatives across these islands to mark it; resolves to encourage every single person living on these islands to take advantage of all events being online to raise their own awareness of the equal contribution …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Disqualification of the President of Catalonia
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes its great concern at the decision of the Spanish Supreme Court to remove the President of Catalonia, Quim Torra, from office by banning him from holding public posts; notes that that decision was taken because banners calling for support of the rights of Catalan political prisoners …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
29th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Government funding for zoos and aquariums
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House is concerned that not a single zoo has yet benefited from the Government’s Zoo Animals Fund and that very few are likely to stand to benefit from that funding; notes that, including the previous Zoo Support Fund, only 2 per cent of the Government’s support funds for …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Conclusion of Mahatma Gandhi 150th birth anniversary celebration
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends the Government of India and the Indian people on the two year celebration throughout the world of the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi which ends on 2 October 2020; thanks posthumously Mahatma Gandhi who made a significant contribution as a peaceful freedom fighter, father of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
28th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Beer Duty 2020
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the Government for freezing Beer Duty at previous Budgets; acknowledges that again the UK has the highest total Beer Duty bill in Europe at £3.4 billion and a Beer Duty rate at three times the EU average, as well as 11 times that of Germany or …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
28th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Removal of requirement to publicise Planning Notices in local newspapers
Tabled by:
Barry Gardiner (Labour - Brent West)
This House recognises that local and regional newspapers, in print and digital form, reach 40.6 million people each week across the UK; notes that they perform vital democratic functions by nurturing debate, investigating local issues and running powerful campaigns that foster community identity and hold vested interests to account; considers …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
County lines and child criminal exploitation
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is alarmed at the expansion of county lines networks, recently exacerbated by covid-19; calls for clarification of laws to ensure that all young people who are groomed, coerced and controlled into committing crime are recognised as victims of trafficking and exploitation; advocates the adoption of a new …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Mandatory reporting on plastic packaging
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that UK supermarkets use some 114 billion pieces of throwaway plastic packaging each year; recognises that this equates to 653,000 tonnes of plastic waste, the equivalent of almost 3,000 747 jumbo jets; further recognises that almost all of this waste will end up polluting the natural …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd September 2020
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
24th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
A covid-19 recovery mental health strategy for children
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes that a survey by the mental health charity Re-Think found that one third of children feel more anxious, sad and stressed now than before lockdown; further notes that the charity Action for Children has asked the Government to prioritise children’s mental health in covid-19 recovery planning …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Death penalty sentences against protestors in Iran
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is shocked by the execution of champion wrestler, Navid Afkari and the alarming frequency of death penalty sentences being handed down to those involved in anti-Government protests in 2018 and 2019 in Iran; notes with alarm that the execution of Mr. Afkari is the second recent execution …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Humanitarian and human rights situation in Zimbabwe
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is deeply concerned about the on-going humanitarian and human rights crisis in Zimbabwe, despite the fresh start promised by President Mnangagwa when he took office over two years ago after the end of former President Mugabe’s rule; notes with alarm that over half the population is dependent …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Ukrainian Miners' Strike
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that iron ore miners in Ukraine have been on strike since 3 September 2020 at the mines of KZRK in the city of Kryvyi Rih, salutes the courageous protests including an underground sit in, against unacceptable working conditions, low wages, authoritarian management, a lack of necessary …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Tabled by:
Alexander Stafford (Conservative - Rother Valley)
That this House welcomes and applauds that nothing stops a Macmillan Coffee Morning, not even coronavirus; acknowledges that cancer hasn’t stopped during the pandemic where one in two people will be diagnosed in their lifetimes; recognises that Macmillan Cancer Support is currently campaigning to restore cancer care and treatment to …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Gas Safety week
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the 10th Annual Gas Safety Week, running from 14 to 20 September 2020; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign, organised by the Gas Safe Register, plays in highlighting the importance of gas safety to the public; notes the devastating ripple effect that a gas incident, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Researching and supporting people with long Covid-19 symptoms
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour (Co-op) - Gorton and Denton)
That this House recognises that around 10 per cent of people experience prolonged illness after covid-19 and calls upon the Government to urgently collect and regularly report on the number of those living with long covid by following up on those with confirmed or clinical diagnoses of covid-19; notes that …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
150th Anniversary of the Belfast Telegraph
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates one of Northern Ireland‘s national papers the Belfast Telegraph on reaching the milestone of 150 years in print; thanks them for some of the sterling investigative work that they have carried out; and encourages this wonderful paper to continue to impartially report the good and bad …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
7th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Remembering the MPs killed during the Troubles by Republican terrorists
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers again with deep sorrow the lives of those MPs who were murdered by terrorists during the Troubles including Airey Neave, Rev Robert Bradford, Sir Anthony Berry and Ian Gow; extends sincere sympathy also to the families of those Conservative Party members killed in the Brighton bomb; …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
7th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
World Suicide Prevention Day
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House marks Thursday the 10th of September 2020 as World Suicide Prevention Day; notes with worry that suicide rates in the UK are increasing; further notes with extreme concern that suicide is the leading cause of death in young people in the UK, with young men and LGBT+ …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Funding for charity medical research
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Clapham and Brixton Hill)
That this House notes that charities play a vital role in funding medical research for many chronic conditions and life-threatening illnesses; further notes that the covid-19 outbreak has placed a financial strain on the charity sector which has seen a reduction in donations during the outbreak; acknowledges the importance of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Merchant Navy Day 2020
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises Merchant Navy Day 2020; honours the men and women who support UK supply lines, responsible for more than 90% of the UK’s imports, including almost half the food we eat, much of the fuel we use, and virtually all the products and goods we tend to …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Protecting and valuing whistleblowers
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that the Public Interest Disclosure Act (1998) does not provide a sufficient degree of protection for employees who ‘whistleblow‘ or raise concerns with their employers, whether in public service or private business, when they identify a risk to personal safety, the environment or of fraud, particularly …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Ban on sample sachets
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes that globally personal care companies produce some 120 billion plastic sachets each year; recognises these samples of shampoo, moisturiser and fragrance placed end-to-end would stretch to the moon 27 times over; recognises that these sachets are completely non-recyclable and will almost always end up in the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
60th anniversary of UK's first conservation village
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House is pleased to join the village of Eaglesham, East Renfrewshire, in its year-long celebration of the 60th anniversary of its designation, on August 12, 1960, as the first conservation village in the UK; notes that Eaglesham has its roots in 1769 when local laird, Alexander Montgomerie, began …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st September 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Supporting grieving families through a bereavement standard
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a Bereavement Standard to simplify and streamline the process for grieving families to close accounts with service providers following the death of a loved one; believes the lack of such a standard has created a complex array of arrangements with each …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Political developments in The Gambia
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is concerned about political developments in The Gambia and calls on President Adama Barrow to revert to the original reason he was elected, which was to unite The Gambia and rid it of the human rights abuses of his predecessor, President Yahya Jammeh, leader of the Alliance …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Total ban on the use of credit cards for gambling
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House notes that gambling in all its forms can destroy the lives of the people addicted to it and have a huge effect on their family and people close to them; further notes that credit encourages people to gamble with money that they do not have; and calls …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
15th July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Ban on advertising of free bets
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House believes that free bets offered by gambling companies are designed to lock and trap people into gambling as a result of the requirement to provide deposit cash, bank and credit card details and personal details to gain access to those bets; notes that the advertising of free …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2020
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that The Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development and Miscellaneous Amendments) (England) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 632), dated 23 June 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 24 June 2020, be annulled.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
9th July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th July 2020
Mohammed Ramadhan And Husain Moosa In Bahrain
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that Bahrain’s Court of Cassation could overrule the death sentences of Mohamed Ramadhan and Husain Moosa, two prisoners sentenced to death on the basis of false confessions extracted under torture; notes that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has been following the case closely over the last …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th July 2020
Town and Country Planning
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Town and Country Planning (Permitted Development and Miscellaneous Amendments) (England) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020 (S.I., 2020, No. 632), dated 23 June 2020, a copy of which was laid before this House on 24 June 2020, be annulled.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st July 2020
Royal Society of Biology's Parliamentary Links Day
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Biology on organizing the first ever online Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 14 July 2020 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Public Trust in Science at a time when science is crucial to the future of …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th June 2020
Press Freedom in Saudi Arabia
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House condemns the continued detention of at least 32 journalists in Saudi Arabia and calls for their immediate and unconditional release; notes that 17 June 2020 marks eight years since the arrest of blogger Raif Badawi, as well as the birthday of Waleed Abu al-Khair, a human rights …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Labour: 1
8th June 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2020
Chester Zoo
Tabled by:
Angela Eagle (Labour - Wallasey)
That this House is concerned that Chester Zoo, and other zoos will not be able to reopen alongside ticketed gardens and non-essential retail; is further concerned that no date for the reopening of zoos has been announced; recognises the enormous contribution Chester Zoo makes to the local economy, to educating …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th March 2020
Sir Amyas Morse's review of the Loan Charge
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes the publication of Sir Amyas Morse’s Loan Charge review and the announcement that the Government will make some amendments to the relevant legislation; notes that loans made before 2010 will no longer be subject to the Loan Charge and that the self-assessment deadline has been delayed …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
13th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th March 2020
32nd anniversary of the chemical weapons attack on Halabja
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House marks the 32nd anniversary of one of the worst incidents of mass murder by chemical weapons when the town of Halabja in the Kurdistan Region in Iraq was attacked by Saddam Hussein’s war planes on 16 March 1988; notes that the use of chemical weapons caused agonising …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th March 2020
International Bagpipe Day
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises International Bagpipe Day on March 10, a day initiated by the Bagpipe Society to celebrate the diversity of the world’s bagpiping traditions and promote this historic instrument to new players around the globe; notes that over 130 different kinds of pipes are played worldwide, with the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th March 2020
Local News Matters campaign
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises the importance of quality local journalism; commends those who dedicate their working lives to serving the public by reporting important, timely and accurate information that is in the public interest; notes the importance of media reporting and how it helps to maintain local transparency and accountability …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
11th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th March 2020
Parents of premature and sick babies
Tabled by:
Rachel Reeves (Labour - Leeds West and Pudsey)
That this House welcomes the announcement to allow employed parents of premature and sick babies to to claim up to 12 weeks Neonatal Leave and Pay; recognises the positive impact this will have for thousands of families every year; understands that over 100,000 babies are admitted to neonatal care every …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
11th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th March 2020
Points based immigration system and the consequences for care
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House notes the negative effect that the new points-based immigration system will have on?care, particularly considering the 122,000 job vacancies in the social care sector identified by Skills for Care; recognises the invaluable contribution that migrants bring to the UK as carers, and that low paid work should …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
10th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th March 2020
Automation and the future of work
Tabled by:
David Davis (Conservative - Goole and Pocklington)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to level up; notes that a co-ordinated, cross-departmental approach to creating the conditions for good work across the country will be necessary to achieve this goal; recognises research by the Institute for the Future of Work that shows people across the country are …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th March 2020
War widows pensions
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House honours and recognises the sacrifices that our veterans and their families make; notes the particular sacrifices that the partners of veterans make and the consequences for them of tragically losing a spouse or partner serving in the armed forces; notes the changes announced in 2014 which allowed …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th March 2020
FemEng Malawi
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the work of FemEng in Malawi, a pioneering student project led by a group of female engineers from the University of Glasgow in collaboration with Malawi University of Science and Technology; understands that this collaborative project works to empower women in engineering and promote STEM subjects …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th March 2020
Marine Stewardship Council's fisheries standard
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House notes the importance of the Marine Stewardship Council's (MSC) fisheries standard in recognising and rewarding efforts to protect the world's oceans and safeguard seafood supplies for the future; further notes the role of the MSC in promoting and encouraging fisheries to meet the highest standard of sustainable …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Include Me 2 Club opens commnuity hub
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the valuable work of Include Me 2 Club, based in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire; congratulates members, volunteers and supporters on a hugely successful first ten years of operation; recognises the immense commitment of those who organise events and activities for children and adults with learning, physical and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Rare Diseases Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that Rare Diseases Day was on 29 February 2020; congratulates all of those people involved in the promotion of the message that although the disease maybe rare - you are not alone; notes the message, Rare is many. Rare is strong. Rare is proud; and joins …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
35th anniversary of Newry Police Station mortar attack
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recalls with great sadness the death of nine Police Service of Northern Ireland officers at the Newry Police Station which was attacked by mortars on 28 February 1985; extends continued sympathy to the families of those officers who were killed by the IRA; offers support to those …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th March 2020
Honoury Degree of Doctor of Science for Paralympian Michael Kerr
Tabled by:
Steven Bonnar (Scottish National Party - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House recognises the outstanding sporting and educational contribution of Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill constituency's, Michael Kerr; notes that, after suffering catastrophic spinal injuries at the age of 17 due to a swimming pool incident while on holiday, Mr kerr was confined to a wheelchair and despite that accident, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
4th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Big Yellow Friday 2020
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 6 March 2020 is Big Yellow Friday; congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for people affected by a life-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern that every week 20 children in the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
5th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Ending Sexual Harassment in the Work Place
Tabled by:
Janet Daby (Labour - Lewisham East)
That this House recognises the need to end sexual harassment and violence at work, which is a hidden epidemic that particularly affects women workers, as well as young and LGBTQ+ people; acknowledges with concern the joint TUC and Everyday Sexism Project study which found that one in two women in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Equitable Life
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises that the Equitable Life scandal remains an ongoing and significant injustice; notes that the majority of victims are retired factory shop workers, nurses, teachers, civil servants and small business owners who diligently saved for their retirement; is concerned that 12 years after the Government accepted the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
5th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
BBC as an institution of national importance
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House recognises that the BBC is a national treasure, a public service the UK can be proud of, with world class programmes and services, that the public pay for; notes that whatever criticism there may be of the BBC’s news output, editorial decisions, governance, transparency, accountability and independence …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 1
5th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th March 2020
World Hearing Day: Tuesday 3 March 2020
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the importance of World Hearing Day; applauds the work of the National Association of Deafened People (NADP) which seeks to highlight the importance of timely and effective interventions in order to ensure that those with hearing loss are able to achieve their full potential in all …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th March 2020
Real fur imports
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House urges the Government to introduce legislation to ban the imports and sales of real fur products; notes that the UK has long banned the main methods of fur so-called production, namely leg-hold trapping and fur factory farming, due to their inherent cruelty; believes that, in view of …
140 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 58
Scottish National Party: 39
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 11
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
9th March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th March 2020
Commonwealth Day and frozen pensions
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House celebrates Commonwealth Day and the shared goals and bonds between Commonwealth nations, but regrets that half a million UK pensioners living overseas in so-called frozen countries, of which over 90 per cent are Commonwealth nations, are suffering unfairly because the value of their pension is frozen and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th March 2020
National Bed and Breakfast Week 2020
Tabled by:
Scott Benton (Independent - Blackpool South)
That this House notes that Britain's B&Bs, guest houses and family-run hotels constitute a vital part of the UK’s tourism offer and our welcome to the world; notes that this sector of 35,000 microbusinesses have combined annual sales of £3.6 billion ; stresses the important role that B&Bs play in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2020
Exposure of workers in drive-through restaurants to air pollution
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House is concerned by the investigation carried out by BBC One’s Inside Out programme screened on 24 February 2020 into the levels of exposure to air pollutants experienced by workers in drive-through fast-food restaurants; notes that research by Professor Anitha K Chinnaswamy of the Centre for Business in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2020
Television coverage of Six Nations tournament
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with concern that Six Nations organisers have refused to rule out the possibility of the tournament going behind a £300 million pay per view paywall in 2022 following the start of a new broadcast rights period; believes that by ruling out joint bids by terrestrial broadcasters …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2020
Six Nations Rugby broadcasting rights
Tabled by:
Lord Brennan of Canton (Labour - Cardiff West)
That this House notes press reports that rugby union's Six Nations tournament could be put behind a TV pay wall after decades on free to air public broadcasting services; believes the annual tournament should be placed in the Government's Category A of sporting events which must be made available live …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alliance: 1
2nd March 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2020
Protecting free access to cash
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to take urgent action to protect free access to cash for people across the UK, which the UK’s largest cashpoint network, Link, has warned will collapse within two years without immediate intervention; understands that since January 2018, one in five free to use …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th March 2020
World Obesity Day 2020
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes World Obesity Day 2020; recognises that weight stigma has a negative effect on the lives of people with obesity and exacerbates levels of obesity overall; understands that action is needed to change the way people view obesity to recognise that it is not always the fault …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Pink Tax
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House highlights that it is unacceptable that in 2020 women and girls pay more than men for basic products, including toiletries, clothes, and haircuts; notes that products marketed at women are, in some cases, 34 per cent more expensive than those aimed at men; further notes that the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Darus Salaam Mosque, Southall
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes the opening of the new Darus Salaam Mosque in Ealing Southall; congratulates the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Ealing Southall and the UK for their work in bringing this new place of worship to the community; notes the contribution of the Ahmadiyya Community to the UK; and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Harassment of trade unionists at London City Airport
Tabled by:
Sam Tarry (Labour - Ilford South)
That this House reaffirms the right of workers to organise collectively into trade unions; stipulates that this right includes workers at London City Airport; notes that a Unite the Union activist, was suspended and had disciplinary proceedings brought against them less than two weeks after the airport received an official …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd March 2020
Safe inside prisons charter
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with alarm the record-high levels of violence against prison staff, with over 10,000 reported annual assaults compared with less than 3,000 a decade ago; welcomes the new Safe Inside Prisons Charter launched by the Joint Unions in Prisons Alliance, a coalition of nine national trades unions …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Freedom of religious belief in Iran
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the increasing importance of defence of freedom of religion of belief in UK foreign policy; further notes the arrest of 24 members of the Baha'i faith in Iran in October and November 2019; and calls on the Government to press Iranian authorities to cease its targeting …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Assaults on shopworkers
Tabled by:
Gareth Thomas (Labour (Co-op) - Harrow West)
That this House deplores the rise in verbal and physical abuse of shopworkers, notes that according to research conducted by USDAW, over 400 retail workers were assaulted each day last year and that 62 per cent of retail staff have been the victim of either verbal or physical abuse; further …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Reading for pleasure
Tabled by:
Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)
That this House recognises the significant impact of reading for pleasure in improving a child’s educational attainment and life chances; notes that children who read for pleasure daily or nearly every day are a year ahead in reading performance compared those who never do; notes with concern that child literacy …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Freedom of expression in Somalia
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the new draft media law in Somalia that would restrict the right to freedom of expression; notes that the Federal Parliament of Somalia sought to amend media legislation to grant the Federal Ministry of Information extensive powers to interfere in the work of journalists …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Sack the sachet campaign
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the international campaign Sack the Sachet by A Plastic Planet, which seeks to end the world’s reliance on single-use sachets that are so damaging to the environment; notes that globally 855 billion sachets are thrown away every year, enough to wrap the entire surface of the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
CCTV in care homes
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House recognises that people living in residential care homes represent some of the most vulnerable members of society most of whom have made commendable contributions to society over the course of their working and social lives; welcomes the Government’s ongoing review of social care policy; notes that there …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Proposals for a sustainable and inclusive wellbeing economy
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the formal opinion on a sustainable and inclusive wellbeing economy, adopted by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on 24 January 2020; recognises that this opinion is the last one developed with the 24 UK members of the EESC and thanks them for their contributions; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Clean water and climate change
Tabled by:
Fleur Anderson (Labour - Putney)
That this House is very concerned that 2.2 billion people around the world still don’t have a reliable source of clean water; believes that far too little is being done to help the most vulnerable people adapt to climate change; notes that access to a reliable source of clean water …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Overdraft fees
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
This House notes with concern proposed changes to overdraft fees for individuals and businesses due to be implemented in April 2020; further notes that this would lead to substantial increases in fees for both arranged and unarranged overdrafts; recognises the need to simplify overdraft fees and however notes with concern …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Shortages of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Treatments
Tabled by:
Fleur Anderson (Labour - Putney)
That this House notes with concern the continuing shortage of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatment to alleviate severe symptoms of the menopause and is alarmed that many women have been affected by shortages for over a year; further notes that this is also affecting hormonal contraceptive supplies which could lead …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Inquiry into the adequacy of radiotherapy
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House recognises precision Radiotherapy as a cost effective, life-saving cancer treatment; notes that 1 in 4 people will require access to radiotherapy and that the treatment is crucial in 4 out of every 10 cancer cures; welcomes the Government's commitment to improve early cancer detection but believes the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
13th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Local housing allowance for care leavers and homeless young people
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned that care leavers risk facing eviction and homelessness on their 22nd birthday, due to the increasing gap between the local housing allowance and private sector rents; regrets that care leavers aged 22 have their local housing allowance reduced to the lowest shared accommodation rate …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Removal of free TV licences for over-75s
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House supports the urgent reversal of the decision to make over-75s pay for TV licences; notes with concern that over 240,000 households in Scotland could be hit by the decision; further notes that 73 per cent of households in Scotland with someone aged over 75 could have their …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
11th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Animal sentience
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Government’s commitment to explicitly recognise in domestic law that animals are sentient beings, and create a statutory duty to pay due regard to the welfare of sentient animals in policy formulation and implementation; recognises that Article 13 of the Lisbon Treaty regarding animal sentience was …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Human rights defenders in Turkey
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House is extremely concerned about the ongoing crackdown on civil society and essential freedoms in Turkey, specifically the prosecution of human rights defenders including Osman Kavala and the so-called Büyükada group of 11 activists including the honorary chair, ex-director and several members of Amnesty International Turkey as well …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Maximum sentences for animal cruelty
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the commitment by the Government to increase maximum sentences for animal cruelty from six months to five years; notes that the current maximum sentences in England and Wales are the lowest in Europe, are significantly lower than in Northern Ireland where perpetrators can be sentenced to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Implementation of the Peace Accord by the Colombian Government
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is concerned by the slow implementation of many areas of the Peace Accord in Colombia, including rural reform, crop substitution and victims’ rights to justice which lie at the root of the conflict, as well as the often disproportionate use of force by officials in response to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Sue Ryder bereavement campaign
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Neath and Swansea East)
That this House notes with concern the poor mental health, including feelings of depression and anxiety, experienced by nearly half of people after a bereavement as revealed in Sue Ryder’s recent survey; notes that this is partly a result of a lack of conversation in society around grief with a …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
10th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Haulage and logistics industry apprenticeships levy
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House notes the valuable contribution that the haulage and logistics industry makes to the UK economy but understands that this contribution is being held back by an industry wide skills shortage and calls on the Government to reform the apprenticeships levy to support the industry and remove all …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
6th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th February 2020
Situation in The Gambia
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is very concerned by the crackdown on peaceful protest and the media in The Gambia, following the use of excessive force by security forces last month to disperse protesters calling for President Adama Barrow to fulfil his pledge to step down after three years in power, resulting …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
4th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2020
Children's Mental Health Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights that it is Children's Mental Health Week as set up by children's mental health charity Place2Be; notes the purpose of this week is to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people's mental health; understands that this year's theme is Find your Brave; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th February 2020
Permanent Funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit
Tabled by:
Lord Spellar (Labour - Warley)
That this House notes the success of the UK National Wildlife Crime Unit through its intelligence-led role in the prevention and detection of crimes relating to a wide range of wildlife issues; recognises that the unit provides specialist skills, knowledge and expertise to the Police, UK Border Force, HM Revenue …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
4th February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th February 2020
World Wetlands Day
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights World Wetlands Day and the tremendous work that is carried out by the Wetlands Trust every day of the year; notes the importance of the fact that 40 per cent of all species live or breed in Wetlands and that peatlands store 30 per cent of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
3rd February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th February 2020
Death of Lord Robert Sheldon
Tabled by:
Angela Rayner (Labour - Ashton-under-Lyne)
That this House remembers with deep sadness, the passing of Lord Robert Sheldon, former Member of Parliament for Ashton-under-Lyne, who died on 3 February 2020; recalls Lord Sheldon's contributions to both Houses and to Greater Manchester; and extends deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lord Shelton
10 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th February 2020
Universal credit and state pension transition
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
This House notes that a claimant of universal credit that is approaching state pension age may be subject to nine weeks without income between the end of universal credit and the first payment of the state pension if they are not eligible for pension credit; further notes that that period …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd February 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th February 2020
Passionate People, Passionate Places campaign and tourism in the North-East
Tabled by:
Lord Beamish (Labour - North Durham)
That this House supports the regeneration of the Passionate People, Passionate Places brand that did so much to sell the North East to the country and raise regional pride previously; notes that VisitEngland measured an exceptional rise in North-East tourism as a result of the previous campaign; recognises the importance …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
28th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th January 2020
Racial Justice Sunday 2020: Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House welcomes the Catholic Church’s focus on Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities for Racial Justice Sunday on 9 February 2020; recognises the valuable contribution that Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities make to the Church and to wider society; notes with concern that over three-quarters of people from Gypsy, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th January 2020
In memory of Harry Fletcher
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with great regret the passing of Harry Fletcher, former assistant general secretary of the probation officers’ union Napo and an accomplished criminal justice campaigner; commends his many achievements while campaigning for victims’ rights and giving a voice to probation officers; celebrates in particular the outstanding contribution …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
27th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th January 2020
Protecting the oceans
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House recognises and celebrates the importance of vibrant oceans to our global ecosystem; notes that our oceans are facing a variety of threats, including large amounts of waste of all kinds being disposed of in them, overfishing and human caused climate change, and that the creatures within them …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Holocaust Memorial
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises the example of Yad Vasher with professional development courses for educators, age-appropriate study programmes with educational materials; recognises its exhibitions on the Holocaust with the names of Holocaust victims, the memory and names of its six million Jews murdered and the numerous Jewish communities destroyed; notes …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Tamil Heritage Month
Tabled by:
Gareth Thomas (Labour (Co-op) - Harrow West)
That this House supports the establishment of a Tamil Heritage Month which would provide an annual opportunity to celebrate the contribution of the Tamil diaspora in the UK; notes that Canada holds a similar, highly successful Tamil Heritage Month; recognises that there are more than 300,000 Tamils living in the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Bilateral relations with the Kurdistan region in Iraq
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House applauds the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) for upholding its integrity in a delicate geopolitical position through adroit management of regional and international relations; supports its efforts to improve relations with the federal government in Baghdad through fully implementing the federal constitution; believes that Kurdistan’s quest for good …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Holocaust Memorial Day 2020
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2020 the UK will observe the 15th International Holocaust Remembrance Day since its adoption by the United Nations General Assembly; further notes that International Holocaust Remembrance Day takes place on 27 January to mark the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, which …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Kashmiri people
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House calls on the Government to use all diplomatic and economic measures at its disposal to influence the Indian and Pakistan Governments to ensure that democracy is respected and that the Kashmiri people are at the heart of any constitutional reform of the region, including respecting both the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st January 2020
5 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Burns Night celebrations
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the Ulster Scots Agency's compilation of a list of celebrations taking place from Belfast to Banbridge and throughout the Province that cover a range of historical and poetic events that highlight the great legacy of Robbie Burns; further notes the wonderful connections between Northern Ireland and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Gambling and bet to view sports programmes
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises the impact of gambling addiction which can completely destroy the lives of the person addicted, and has a huge impact on their family and those close to them; and deplores the use of so-called bet to view sports programmes and incentives such as tickets to matches, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
20th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Gambling addiction and advertising
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises the impact of gambling addiction which can completely destroy the lives of the person addicted and has a huge impact on their family and those close to them; acknowledges the voluntary ban on gambling adverts during live sport before 9pm; and calls on the Government to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd January 2020
Max Freedman's service to parliamentary staff
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises Max Freedman's commitment over 10 years as the chair of the Parliamentary staff UNITE trade union branch representing staff of all parties in Parliament and constituency offices; appreciates that over the past decade he has worked tirelessly in representing staff of hon. Members both in individual …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Adequacy of British assistance to reduce death sentences and torture in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House strongly condemns the Government of Bahrain’s increased use of capital punishment, including the recent re-imposition of death sentences against dissidents, Mohammed Ramadhan and Husain Moosa; is concerned that that their sentences were based heavily on confessions extracted under torture and that the prosecution failed to present any …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
16th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Rob Burrow testimonial match
Tabled by:
Judith Cummins (Labour - Bradford South)
That this House congratulates rugby league fans throughout the UK and beyond for their support of Rob Burrow after his recent diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease; recognises the support of playing colleague Jamie Jones-Buchanan for his incredible gesture in sharing his testimonial game with Rob and family; recognises the role …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
15th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Dementia
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House notes that an estimated 60 per cent of recipients of homecare and 70 per cent of care home residents live with dementia; acknowledges that dementia is a condition caused by diseases of the brain with complex support needs that should be met by the NHS, like any …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Adult Social Care
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House recognises with concern the widespread funding and staffing shortfall in social care services; welcomes the commitment in all major party manifestos to seek reform of the social care sector; notes the significant challenges an ageing population poses for local authorities and the NHS; further recognises the significant …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Big Farmland Bird Count 2020
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the launch of the 2020 Big Farmland Bird Count which is set to take place from 7 February to 16 February 2020; highlights the great work that is done by farmers and landowners in the retention and enhancement of habitat and conservation; and encourages the general …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
World Cancer Day and less survivable cancers
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes World Cancer Day on 4 February 2020 and supports efforts to tackle the six less survivable cancers; recognises these six common cancers of the liver, stomach, pancreatic, brain, lung and oesophageal make up half of all common cancer deaths, despite making up only a quarter of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Tackling online harm to children with a duty of care regulator
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House notes the publication of the Online Harms White Paper in April 2019 and subsequent assurances by the Government that they will introduce a robust regulator to safeguard children online; further notes that over 45,000 people signed the NSPCC’s Wild West Web petition calling for statutory regulation so …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
World Cancer Day
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises World Cancer Day on 4 February 2020; welcomes a drive to improve cancer early detection rates; understands that radiotherapy is needed in 40% of cancer cures with one in four of the population needing radiotherapy at some point in their lives; notes the campaigning work of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Young Carers Awareness Day
Tabled by:
Paul Blomfield (Labour - Sheffield Central)
That this House supports Young Carers Awareness Day, led by Carers Trust, which takes place on 30 January 2020; recognises the importance of young carers, who include as many as 1 in 5 children and young people in the UK; highlights the challenges faced by young carers and the negative …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
9th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Ban on trophy hunting imports
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Government's public consultation on controls on the import and export of hunting trophies; notes the strong cross-party support for EDM 1829, Session 2017-19 and that 86 per cent of the British public support an end to trophy hunting; further notes that most UK trophy imports …
168 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 16
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
13th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th January 2020
Suspension of NHS charges for maternity care
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is deeply concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the British Medical Association, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care; is …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
7th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2020
ICC preliminary examination of the situation in Palestine
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes the statement from the International Criminal Court prosecutor, Fatuo Bensouda, on the conclusion of the preliminary examination of the situation in Palestine; reaffirms full support for the application of international humanitarian law and prosecution where violations are found to have occurred; welcomes the scope of the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2020
Australia bushfire crisis
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House acknowledges that the Commonwealth of Australia is fighting one of its worst bushfire seasons, fuelled by record-breaking temperatures and months of severe drought; recognises that the heart-breaking and vicious bushfire crisis is affecting states and territories right across the Commonwealth of Australia; sends its heartfelt sympathies to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
20th December 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2020
Unsafe cladding
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes with concern the number of people living in blocks with cladding (both ACM and HPL) which has either been identified as unsafe or has yet to be inspected; is aware that a growing number of people are currently unable to sell their homes because of this …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th January 2020
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2020
Anti-Semitic incidents
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
This House condemns the widely reported instance of a 13 year old boy receiving vile anti-Semitic abuse on a London bus on 5 January; sends this House’s solidarity and sympathy to the Jewish community following this and other recently widely reported instances of anti-Semitic abuse; again calls on the Government …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2019
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
19th December 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th January 2020
Musicians' passport
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House recognises the importance of the music industry to our economy and the work, talent and expertise of musicians from all four nations of the United Kingdom; acknowledges that musicians rely on touring and performing in the other 27 nations of the European Union to make a living; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 20th December 2019
Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House supports the proposal and specification issued in September 2015 for the national holocaust memorial and learning centre; regrets that subsequent proposals and methods of propagation fail to meet the specifications; regrets that the management of the proposals fails to meet expected standards of openness, process and environmental …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
4th November 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019
Victoria Tower Gardens and a Holocaust Memorial
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that the present proposal for a learning centre and a national holocaust memorial fails to meet most of the criteria listed in September 2015; asks that the Government makes public details of how the search for an appropriate site was quickly narrowed from most of central …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
4th November 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019
Gurpal Virdi and the Metropolitan Police
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House calls on the Prime Minister, Home Secretary, Justice Secretary, Attorney General and the Independent Office of Police Conduct to agree on the appointment of an independent reviewer, equivalent to Richard Henriques, to document the errors that led to the unjustified prosecution of former Police Sergeant Gurpal Virdi, …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
31st October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019
Theft of tools from tradespeople
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House is concerned that tool theft is ruining the livelihoods of honest and hard-working UK tradespeople and that it is a growing problem with one in three affected at an average cost of £3000; notes that in West Yorkshire alone £836,053 worth of tools were stolen in the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
31st October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019
Children's playgrounds
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House expresses concern about the decline in the number of children's playgrounds; notes that the latest figures suggest that around 450 playgrounds have been closed in England alone since 2015; believes that outdoor playtime for children is essential to their development and is important in promoting social cohesion …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2019
George Gray
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the life, work and charitable giving of George Gray; sends condolences to his family; recognises his achievement of donating 140 pints of blood over the course of 51 years, earning him a British Empire Medal, Guinness World Record and a number of honours from the Scottish …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st 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
30th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 31st October 2019
South Sudan peace process
Tabled by:
Lord Bellingham (Conservative - North West Norfolk)
That this House expresses its support for the people of the Republic of South Sudan; asks all parties to uphold their commitments to peace and dialogue as outlined in the 2018 revitalised peace agreement; calls on the incumbent Government and other signatories of the peace agreement to create a secure …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
29th October 2019
8 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
28th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2019
Racist abuse on social media against Hamza Choudhry
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House condemns the online abuse on social media directed at Leicester City Football Club’s midfielder Hamza Choudhry during the Premier League match against Liverpool FC on 5th October 2019; expresses its solidarity with Mr Choudhry and applauds the decision of Liverpool FC’s management to report the shocking posts …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th October 2019
Water pollution in northern Sri Lanka
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern regarding water quality in northern Sri Lanka; is concerned by reports stating that the Sri Lankan Government refused to allow independent assessments of water quality in the region; notes that the consumption or use of water contaminated by waste oil has been linked to many …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th October 2019
Canon Pat Browne
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House congratulates Canon Pat Browne on completing a decade as Roman Catholic Duty Priest to the Houses of Parliament; recalls Canon Pat's ordination to the Priesthood in 1974 and his appointment as Parish Priest of the Church of the Holy Apostles in Pimlico in 2001; remembers that Canon …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019
A new HMS Coventry
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House welcomes the Government's decision to purchase five new type 31 frigates for the Royal Navy; recognises that the name Coventry has been associated with the Royal Navy since 1658; further recognises that six ships have borne the name Coventry in this time until 2002; acknowledges the need …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
23rd October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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
24th October 2019
14 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019
Persecution of Christians
Tabled by:
Jeremy Hunt (Conservative - Godalming and Ash)
That this House notes the 2019 report of Aid to the Church in Need entitled Persecuted and Forgotten? which shows that the Christian population of Iraq has declined by 90 per cent within a generation from 1.5 million before 2003 to less than 150,000 today; recognises that any Daesh resurgence …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 15
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
21st October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd October 2019
Royal Society of Biology's Biology Week 2019
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House celebrates the Royal Society of Biology's ninth nationwide Biology Week from 5 to 13 October 2019; notes that among its key objectives is a commitment to encourage an interest in science among young people; congratulates the society on its initiative and on the range of innovative events …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd October 2019
Racism in football
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House condemns the appalling racism at the Haringey Borough v. Yeovil Town FA Cup game on 19 October; applauds the Haringey players and management for their brave and principled decision to walk off in the face of such abuse; calls on the Football Association to ensure that those …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Attack in Halle, Germany
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House condemns the attack and the ideology that radicalised the attacker in Halle, Germany; shows sympathy towards those who were tragically murdered, recognises that had it not been for the protective security measures at place in the synagogue, then it is likely that the death toll and the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st October 2019
Safety of taxi and private hire sector
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the hard work of the taxi and private hire trade, and that some of the legislation which governs licensing in the industry is dated back to 1847; recognises that new technology and changing transport needs mean than the UK desperately needs updated legislation; notes that the …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Kashmiri people
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House calls on the Government to use all diplomatic and economic measures at its disposal to influence the Indian and Pakistan Governments to ensure that democracy is respected and that the Kashmiri people are at the heart of any constitutional reform of the region, including respecting both the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st October 2019
Murray Trophy
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes that The Murray Trophy – Glasgow was staged by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) at Scotstoun Leisure Centre in partnership with Glasgow Life and Glasgow City Council, Tennis Scotland, and with support from Event Scotland; notes that the event was part of the new and expanded …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
16th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th October 2019
Compass PLC and Blackpool and St Helens workers
Tabled by:
Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That his House notes that hospital cleaning workers employed by the private contractor Compass Group PLC at Blackpool Victoria are currently in dispute with Compass over that company's failure to award them a decent pay rise to give them the same hourly rates as the NHS colleagues they work alongside, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2019
Invasion of North-East Syria (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is extremely concerned by the Government of Turkey's military invasion of an area in north east Syria controlled by the Syrian Kurds, which is also known as Rojava, and the negative humanitarian consequences of that invasion following the unexpected announcement of the withdrawal of US military forces …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2019
ASDA contract 6
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the decision by ASDA to proceed with proposals to put all hourly paid employees on flexible contracts (Contract 6) despite considerable concern about the proposed changes to employee terms and conditions; further notes that the flexibility clause in Contract 6 will force employees to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Trees and climate change
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the recommendation in the Committee on Climate Change report on Net Zero for a significant increase in tree planting rates in the UK, as one part of delivering the UK target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, in addition to rapid, deep and sustained emissions …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Barclays's withdrawal from the banking framework with Post Office Ltd
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House expresses alarm on learning that Barclays bank has decided to withdraw from a key element of the banking framework agreement with Post Office Ltd, which allows personal and business customers to access their bank accounts via 11,500 post office locations across the UK; notes that the banking …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 17
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Jailing of Catalan political and civic leaders
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses deep concern at the verdict of the Spanish Supreme Court in finding 12 Catalan political and civic leaders guilty of sedition, embezzlement of public funds and disobedience in relation to the 2017 referendum on Catalan independence and at the imposition of jail sentences of between nine …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Intimidation in public life
Tabled by:
Alison McGovern (Labour - Birkenhead)
That this House recognises that intimidation experienced by those in public life poses a threat to the diversity, integrity, and vibrancy of representative democracy in the UK and that tackling intimidation is a cross-party issue; notes that abuse and intimidation know no political boundaries; welcomes the ongoing work on developing …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Fire safety in schools
Tabled by:
David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
This House notes with concern the findings of Zurich Municipal that 67 per cent of English schools are rated as poor for fire protection systems and that only 5 per cent of English schools are rated as excellent compared with 29 per cent of schools rated as excellent in Scotland; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Protests in Iraq
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with concern the mass protests in Iraq in October 2019 in response to corruption, unemployment, weak governance and unequal access to public services and the disproportionate response by Iraqi security forces to those protests, which resulted in more than 150 people being killed, thousands of people …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Bus passes for WASPI women
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned that not all the women living in England who are affected by the 2011 changes to state pension age are entitled to a free bus pass; notes that a free bus pass is a small concession, given that women born in the 1950s have lost …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
15th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th October 2019
Growing Older, Better report
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Physiological Society’s report, Growing Older, Better, into the role that a better understanding of physiology could play in meeting the Government’s healthy ageing grand challenge mission of citizens enjoying five more years of healthy, independent living by 2035 while narrowing the gap …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Celebrating organisations that engage with young people
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises the value and importance of summer programmes across the UK, both to teach young people valuable skills and to reduce incidents of anti-social behaviour within communities; praises the work of programmes that facilitate these activities such as StreetGames; recognises that reports show a significant reduction in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Protection of journalists and elected representatives from violence
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House is appalled by footage obtained by the New York Times purporting to show a video depicting a macabre scene of a fake President Trump shooting, stabbing and brutally assaulting members of the news media and his political opponents was broadcast at a rally of Trump supporters in …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Anti-Semitic Attack in Halle, Germany
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the heinous anti-semitic attack at the synagogue in Halle, Germany, and sends condolences to those affected; notes with concern the increase in antisemitism in society and the impact on the Jewish community; resolves to support the Jewish community in doing everything …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Psoriasis Awareness Week
Tabled by:
David T C Davies (Conservative - Monmouth)
That this House recognises Psoriasis Awareness Week from 27 October – 3 November 2019 which this year aims to highlight how prospective parents can overcome the potential difficulties in treating psoriasis before, during and after childbirth; notes that the peak onset of psoriasis, which can affect as many as one …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Effect of Turkish military action on the Kurdistan Region in Iraq
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House believes that Turkey's attack on northern Syria is a humanitarian disaster and Turkey should withdraw immediately and negotiate before more innocent people are killed, injured, and displaced; fears that Turkey's actions could effectively Arabise Kurdish lands in Syria forever and represent ethnic cleansing; notes that the attack …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Ulster-Scots Language Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports the Ulster-Scots Language Week being held by Derry City and Strabane Council in the last week of November; notes this week-long initiative is led by the Ulster-Scots Agency to promote the language which, along with Irish, is one of the indigenous languages of the region; believes …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Baby Loss Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 9-15 October is Baby Loss Awareness Week; offers sincere sympathy to those families who have lost precious babies; notes the wonderful remembrance services that take place across the UK throughout the week; and urges those who have lost a baby to use this opportunity to …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Women Against State Pension Inequality
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House calls on the Government to financially support women worst affected by the accelerated increase in the state pension age introduced through the Pensions Act 2011; notes with concern that significant numbers of women were unaware of pension age equalisation set out in the Pensions Act 1995; acknowledges …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Manifesto for Radiotherapy
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Manifesto for Radiotherapy; recognises that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime; further recognises that although needed in over 50 per cent of cases, access to radiotherapy in England varies from 25 per cent to 49 per cent depending on the region, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Mineworkers' Pension Scheme
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the debt of honour it owes mineworkers who sacrificed their health working in dark and dangerous conditions to fuel the industry that created the nation's wealth; believes that in their retirement, miners and their widows deserve financial security; expresses concern that over £8 billion has been …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2019
Professor Alex Stevens and the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes with concern the recent resignation of Professor Alex Stevens from the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD); commends his invaluable contribution to the ACMD as Chair of its Working Group on Custody-Community Transitions; notes with regret that his decision was prompted by Government interventions …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th October 2019
150th ANNIVERSARY OF MAHATMA GANDHI
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House remembers the life of Mahatma Gandhi who was born on 2 October 1869; recognises the special occasion of his 150th birth anniversary marked by events across the world; and congratulates the Gita Foundation, the National Association of Patidar Samaj, supporting organisations from across the UK and organisers …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st October 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights the fact that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; notes that every ten minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK; encourages men and women alike to be aware of the early signs of breast cancer, such as a lump in a breast, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019
PERSECUTION OF CHRISTIANS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House condemns the persecution of Christians and other religious groups; is extremely concerned about the rising levels of Christian persecution; is deeply concerned by reports that persecution of Christians in some parts of the world is at near genocide levels; understands that Christians are the most persecuted group, …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019
DUNFERMLINE CENTRAL MOSQUE SUCCESS AT BRITISH BEACON MOSQUE AWARDS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates Dunfermline Central Mosque and Islamic Centre on winning three awards at this year's British Beacon Mosque Awards; understands that the Dunfermline-based mosque won awards for Best Outreach Programme, Most Impactful Imam and Best Run Mosque; pays tribute to Imam Habib, winner of the Most Impactful Iman …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st October 2019
BBC’S CRITICISM OF NAGA MUNCHETTY
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House condemns the perverse decision by the BBC complaints unit to criticise presenter Naga Munchetty for criticising the racist language of US President Donald Trump; notes that President Trump's comments, telling Democratic representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib and Ayanna Pressley, who are all US citizens, to …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th September 2019
SUSPENSION OF NHS OVERSEAS VISITORS CHARGING REGIME FOR MATERNITY CARE
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is concerned by the growing body of evidence, including research reports by Doctors of the World, Maternity Action and the BMA, that the NHS England overseas visitors charging regime is deterring vulnerable migrant women living in the UK from seeking essential maternity care, and is resulting in …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF NARROW WATER SLAUGHTER AND MURDER OF LORD MOUNTBATTEN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with great sadness the atrocities carried out on Bloody Monday 27 August 1979; expresses continued sympathy to the families of Lord Mountbatten, Lady Doreen Brabourne, Nicholas Knatchbull and Paul Maxwell who were murdered off the coast of Sligo; further expresses sympathy to the families of the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
ORGAN DONATION WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House highlights Organ Donation week; underlines the fact that from Spring 2020 the law is changing to an opt out system; and notes that families will still be consulted and therefore it is essential to have conversations within families to underline the choice to be made to ensure …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 5th September 2019
Conduct of HMRC and the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House deplores the failure by HMRC to resolve its long-standing dispute with the Roadchef Employee Benefits Trust which is preventing the Trust from distributing funds to 4,000 beneficiaries; notes that six years have elapsed and HMRC have not confirmed what tax, if any, the Trust and its beneficiaries …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
CHILDREN READING FOR PLEASURE
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises the importance of reading for pleasure as the most powerful agent in improving a child’s educational attainment and life chances; notes that children who read for pleasure daily or nearly every day are a year ahead in reading performance versus those who never do; further notes …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
ELEMENTS IN DANGER CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the Elements in danger campaign launched in International Year of the Periodic Table by the Royal Society of Chemistry to raise awareness of rare elements contained in unused mobile phones and devices; understands that there are an estimated 40 million unused gadgets in UK homes and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 5th September 2019
GARNETHILL SYNAGOGUE 140TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Garnethill Synagogue on celebrating its 140th Anniversary; recognises that the building, designed by John McLeod of Dumbarton in conjunction with London based architect, philanthropist, social reformer and Jewish communal leader Nathan Solomon Joseph, was the first purpose-built permanent synagogue in Scotland; notes that the construction of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd September 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic; salutes the bravery and the courage of the Royal Navy, the Royal Canadian Navy, the United States Navy and the Merchant Navy with other Allied merchant shipping personnel, and the RAF coastal command with Allied Air Forces; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
BRAZIL DEFORESTATION
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House condemns the policies pursued by the Administration of President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil, which are destroying the Amazon rainforest; notes that more than 3,700 square kilometres of forest has been deforested in 2019 with July being the worst month on record so far; further condemns the violence …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd September 2019
CUBAN COMPLICITY IN VENEZUELAN HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House condemns the state-sanctioned human rights abuses in Venezuela that target opponents of illegitimate President Nicholas Maduro; further condemns the Cuban Government for its complicity in the widespread psychological, physical and sexual abuse against Venezuelan political prisoners; opposes the Cuban coup against Venezuelans; calls on the 22,000 Cuban …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
PERIOD POSITIVE PLEDGE
Tabled by:
Stephanie Peacock (Labour - Barnsley South)
That this House welcomes the Period Positive Pledge which has now been adopted by institutions and organisations across the world and was created by Chella Quint in Sheffield, the first Period Positive City; notes that menstrual taboos and the habits that uphold them lead to negative consequences like period poverty, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th July 2019
BAN ON TRADE IN TROPHY HUNTING MEMORABILIA
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises the negative effect of the continued importation, sale and distribution of animal carcasses and body parts such as the head, hide or horns obtained through trophy hunting on the conservation efforts of endangered wildlife; highlights that the importation of trophies contributes to the decline of animal …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
24th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
COMMERCIAL LOCAL RADIO AND BAUER
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the commercial local radio industry is now dominated by two media giants Global and Bauer; further notes that Bauer will own 36 per cent of commercial local radio licences in the UK if their purchase of four whole groups of radio stations namely UKRD, Wireless …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
IRISH CULTURAL CENTRE IN LONDON
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House notes that the Chair of the Irish Cultural Centre in London, Jim O’Hara, is stepping down after 13 years' dedication and service; acknowledges the leadership, commitment and vision that Jim showed in his capacity as Chair of the Irish Cultural Centre for more than a decade; further …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th 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
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
ASYLUM SEEKER ACCOMMODATION EVICTIONS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with serious concern that asylum seekers accommodated, or who were accommodated under section 95 or 4 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, in asylum dispersal areas across the UK, are either threatened or are subject to evictions by Home office contractors - notably Serco in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
REGULATION OF ALL ACCOMMODATION FOR LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Mohammad Yasin (Labour - Bedford)
That this House notes that over 5,000 looked-after children in England are living in 16+ supported or semi-supported accommodation; a rise of 70 per cent in a decade; further notes that the number of teenagers sent to unregulated care homes outside their home borough has doubled since 2014; is concerned …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
STREP B AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that this is Strep B Awareness Month; further notes that group B streptococcus is the most common cause of serious infection in newborn babies in the UK and is a leading cause of neonatal sepsis and meningitis; highlights that on average two babies each day in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
SUDAN CRISIS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House condemns the months of chaos and bloodshed in Sudan, which have replaced the peaceful protests and jubilation following the removal of President Omar al-Bashir and his three-decade dictatorship in April; acknowledges the serious human rights violations that have arisen in recent weeks during violent clashes between protestors …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
LAUNCH OF THE ANY DISABILITY SYMBOL
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Any Disability Symbol in Parliament on 4 June 2019; endorses the use of new accessible signage that articulates that disabilities can be both visible and invisible; notes with concern the number of cases where people with invisible disabilities have been discriminated against …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
JAPAN'S RESUMPTION OF COMMERCIAL WHALE HUNTING
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House condemns the resumption of commercial whale hunting by Japan; notes that the consumption of whale meat in Japan has fallen significantly in recent years and that demand for that meat is very low; believes that whaling is cruel and damaging to the planet's ecosystem; is concerned by …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
22nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
US MIDDLE EAST PEACE ENVOY
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns US peace envoy Jason Greenblatt's comments made in an interview with PBS on 17 July 2019, in which Greenblatt rejected the term occupied to describe the West Bank and described as pejorative the use of the word settlements; notes that the Oslo Accords recognised that land …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
MANIFESTO FOR RADIOTHERAPY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House welcomes the Manifesto for Radiotherapy; recognises that one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime; further recognises that although needed in over 50 per cent of cases, access to radiotherapy in England varies from 25 per cent to 49 per cent depending on the region, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
18th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
SOLIDARITY WITH CONGRESSWOMEN OF COLOUR
Tabled by:
Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House endorses the letter of support put together by the Hope Not Hate campaign expressing solidarity with, and for, Representative Rashida Tlaib, Representative Ilhan Omar, Representative Ayanna Pressley and Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez; condemns without equivocation the inflammatory, hurtful and racist comments from the President of the United …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019
CRICKET AND FOOTBALL WORLD CUPS AND FREE TO AIR TV (No. 2)
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House expresses delight that at its peak 7.9 million people watched the final of the cricket World Cup on Channel 4 and Sky whilst coverage of the Women's Football World Cup Finals on BBC TV attracted audiences of over 11 million; considers that these events will have inspired …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th 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
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019
SHARED RURAL NETWORK
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes the need to improve mobile digital connectivity, particularly in rural areas; welcomes the collaborative Shared Rural Network proposal developed by the UK’s four mobile operators, under which they would share infrastructure in rural areas to increase 4G coverage in all four nations of the UK; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th July 2019
HEALTH WORKERS IN GAZA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the killing of healthcare workers in Gaza and in particular the recent killing of Gaza paramedic Mohammed al-Jedaili, the fifth Palestinian health worker to be killed by Israeli forces in just over a year; notes that according to the World Health Organisation more than 750 health …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019
INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COUNCIL WORLD CUP FINAL
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House notes the sensational International Cricket Council World Cup Final on 14 July 2019; congratulates the England men’s cricket team on joining their female counterparts in winning the Cricket World Cup; believes that it is imperative that this inspirational success is used to encourage a new generation of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th July 2019
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND PAY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned that while Highways England management are telling staff in pay bands one to eight that they cannot have a pay rise above one per cent, that a Freedom of Information response has revealed a huge increase in senior grade staff earning above £100,000 with a …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th July 2019
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019
SYRIAN REFUGEES IN LEBANON
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises that there are around one million Syrian Refugees in Lebanon; condemns the policies of the Lebanese Government to demolish Syrian refugee camps; notes that the deadline issued by the Lebanese government has passed meaning that the army has now begun to use bulldozers to demolish the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th July 2019
SIR KIM DARROCH
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House recognises and appreciates the outstanding contribution to public life given by Sir Kim Darroch, lately Her Majesty's Ambassador to the United States of America; condemns the leak of secret diplomatic cables that have precipitated Sir Kim Darroch's resignation from his post in Washington D.C.; demands that every …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
HORSE TETHERING - UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL'S INVESTIGATION
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the University of Bristol’s 2014 investigation into the welfare of long-line tethered and free-ranging horses kept on public grazing land in South Wales; notes from this research that no shelter was provided in over 80 percent of animal tethering cases and up to 90 per cent …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
8th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th July 2019
WHITE HOUSE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN PEACE PLAN
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the US negotiated Economic Plan for Palestinian Development; notes that the plan doesn't lift the security measures in place preventing freedom of movement or guarantee return of land annexed by Israel; and is concerned that the political plan being drawn up in Washington DC will attach …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
VIOLENCE IN SUDAN
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House condemns the massacre of protesters in Sudan on 3 June 2019; condemns the reported use of sexual violence; calls on the UK Government to apply severe pressure to its regional allies: Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, to stop providing the Transitional Military Council with …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
MEN ACWY VACCINATION PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the vaccination programme Men ACWY campaign run by Meningitis Now to promote the free vaccination available on catch up to those up to the age of 25; further notes that there are over 1 million young people who are eligible for the free vaccination that have …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
FIRE SAFETY AT RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the disastrous fire incident that occurred at Newgrange Care Home in 2017 which killed two people; recognises the bravery of the firefighters who saved the lives of 33 residents at the home; notes that over half of all residential care homes that were visited by the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
TREATMENT OF KURDISH PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses its grave concern at the Turkish state’s intensified aggression against the people and territory of northern Iraq/southern Kurdistan and military occupation of that region; condemns the use of Turkish warplanes to bomb and kill civilians in northern Iraq in violation of international law, human rights and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
4th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 2019
FOOTBALL AND CRICKET WORLD CUPS AND FREE TO AIR TV
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House applauds the coverage of the Women's Football World Cup Finals on BBC TV which has attracted audiences of over 11 million and has inspired a generation of girls and boys across the land; believes that the finals should now be made a listed event just like the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th July 2019
LIBEL LAW (NORTHERN IRELAND)
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House applauds the success of the Defamation Act 2013 in deterring opportunistic and vexatious libel claims in England and Wales; regrets that the Northern Ireland Assembly's refusal to extend that act to Northern Ireland has had the predicted effect of making the province a forum for libel bullies; …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th July 2019
SUPPORTING NEWS ON LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House recognises the important role of commercial radio as a trusted source of news, information and entertainment for a diverse range of audiences across the UK; understands that radio now operates in a highly competitive digital audio market that includes streaming services which threaten the future viability of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
1st July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INVESTITURE OF THE PRINCE OF WALES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with pride the 50th anniversary of the investiture of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales; thanks him for his service to Queen and country during those 50 years; notes the tremendous work that he has carried out through the Princes' Trust and other charities; and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
1st July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
CAMPAIGN TO GET UNTRANSMITTABLE ADDED TO THE OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the campaign by HIV Scotland to have the word untransmittable added to the Oxford English Dictionary; recognises that the word has been used globally as part of the U=U campaign reflecting the scientific evidence that someone living with HIV who is on treatment and has an …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
1st July 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
FIFTEENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF FUSILIER GORDON GENTLE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House marks the 15th anniversary of the death of Fusilier Gordon Gentle on the 28 June 2019, who was killed in the line of duty in Iraq in 2004 at just 19 years of age while serving with the Royal Highland Fusiliers when a bomb planted at the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
27th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st July 2019
GLOBAL POLIO ERADICATION INITIATIVE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Lefroy (Conservative - Stafford)
That this House recognizes that the world has nearly eliminated polio thanks to dedicated healthworkers who are committed to immunizing every last child, as well as the tireless efforts of Rotary and other civil society volunteers to raise funds and awareness to end polio; and calls for full political and …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Conservative: 14
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st July 2019
ORANGUTAN APPEAL UK
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House acknowledges the extraordinary and invaluable work undertaken by Orangutan Appeal UK and Chairperson and Founder Susan Sheward MBE; welcomes the close co-operation of the charity with the Sabah Wildlife Department in Malaysian Borneo for the last 19 years; commends them for providing support and raising worldwide awareness …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th June 2019
22 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
26th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 1st July 2019
PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS IN UK OPERATIONS AND PARTNER ASSISTANCE
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the 1949 Geneva Conventions and the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Protection of Civilians mandate; appreciates the action taken, often at considerable personal risk, by neutral humanitarian actors to protect and support civilians in armed conflict situations; is very …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
26th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st July 2019
LEAVE FOR LIVES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the efforts of Paul Flecher-Herd, a stem cell donor, on his work on the #LeaveForLives campaign to raise awareness of employment practices surrounding stem cell donation; understands Mr Flecher-Herd is campaigning in the memory of his friend, Cammy Smith, who lost his life to leukaemia in …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 1st July 2019
HORSE TETHERING - ANIMAL WELFARE ACT 2006 REFORM
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House recognises the importance of ensuring the safety and welfare of all sentient beings, including horses, ponies and donkeys; further recognises the cruel treatment that is currently taking place whereby these animals are left tethered by roadsides or in dangerous locations around towns often without food or water; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 1st July 2019
PUBLISHERS' ASSOCIATION'S CAMPAIGN AXE THE READING TAX
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House praises the fact that printed books, magazines and newspapers have been VAT exempt ever since the UK’s VAT regime was established in the 1970s to protect the accessibility of reading materials and the intrinsic value of reading and knowledge; notes that this principle should also apply to …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 27th June 2019
DATA COLLECTION POST-NATIONAL REFERRAL MECHANISM
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House urges the Government to collect data on the outcomes of victims of modern slavery and human trafficking after they have exited the National Referral Mechanism to ensure they are safe, in good health, and are not re-trafficked; and further recommends that the Government collects data on the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th June 2019
HOMES NOT HOSPITALS
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House recognises the inadequacy of in-patient settings for autistic people and people with learning disability; condemns the appalling abuse that was uncovered at Whorlton Hall Hospital by BBC Panorama; notes with concern that this took place eight years after a similar scandal at Winterbourne View; further notes the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th June 2019
ONE WORLD MARATHON 2019
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House congratulates the One World Strong Foundation on launching the One World Marathon, which supports survivors of acts of violent extremism; further congratulates Cranford Community College, an outstanding school in Hounslow with a strong international dimension, on working with One World Strong to encourage pupils to participate and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th June 2019
YOUNG CARERS
Tabled by:
William Wragg (Independent - Hazel Grove)
That this House recognises the importance of young carers; highlights the pressures and strains that they can experience through their caring responsibilities and the effect that this can have on their education; notes that schools have an important role in identifying young carers; and urges Ofsted to review the processes …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th June 2019
CHILDREN'S HOSPICE WEEK 2019
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes Children's Hospice Week 2019 from 17 to 23 June; recognises that children's hospice services across the UK support thousands of seriously ill babies, children and young people; is worried by Together for Short Lives's recent finding that NHS and local council cuts to children's hospice funding …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 24th June 2019
NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House strongly condemns the Iranian Government for continuing to hold Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a dual British-Iranian national, in arbitrary detention and calls for her immediate release; expresses dismay that Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been detained for over three years; supports Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe and her husband Richard Ratcliffe as they …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 24th June 2019
WOMEN'S CENTRES
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House recognises the importance of specialist women's centres which provide holistic support to women affected by the criminal justice system; highlights the importance of adequately funding the network of women's centres in order to achieve the aims of the Female Offender Strategy; notes that HM Treasury received £80 …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 24th June 2019
UN INVESTIGATION INTO MURDER OF JAMAL KHASHOGGI
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that credible evidence has been uncovered linking the upper echelons of the Saudi regime to the horrific murder of Jamal Khashoggi; commends the work of the United Nations' expert, Ms. Agnes Callamards' investigation into the murder that took place on 2nd October 2018; condemns this horrendous …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
19th June 2019
67 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 24th June 2019
MORTGAGE SWITCH GUARANTEE
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House notes the considerable loyalty penalty within the mortgage market as identified by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) that sees at least 800,000 overpay on their mortgage by £1,000 a year; further notes that such figures may understate the scale of the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th June 2019
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY (NO 3)
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day on Tuesday 25 June 2019 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and the New Frontiers; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th June 2019
PROTECTION OF TREES AND HEDGEROWS
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House welcomes the recommendation in the Committee for Climate Change's Report Net Zero, for 30,000 hectares of trees to be planted each year; and calls on the Government to provide greater protection to existing hedgerows and mature trees which are able to remove large amounts of carbon dioxide …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th June 2019
SUPPORT FOR THE GLOBAL FUND FOR HIV, TB AND MALARIA
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises that the Global Fund has had a far-reaching impact on HIV, TB and Malaria; further recognises that 27 million lives have been saved the Global Fund Partnership; notes that more investments will bring us closer to ending those epidemics by 2030; further notes that more investment …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th June 2019
VIOLENCE IN YEMEN AND THE MIDDLE EAST
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House expresses its concern at the recent escalation of violence in Yemen and the surrounding region; condemns the Houthi missile strikes on Abha airport in Saudi Arabia on 13 June 2019, in which 26 civilians were wounded; notes that this came only one month after Houthi forces claimed …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th June 2019
SIR BOYD TUNNOCK
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Sir Boyd Tunnock, the owner of Tunnocks, on his knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List; notes that Tunnocks is responsible for the production of a number of world-renowned cakes and biscuits including the caramel wafer, the teacake and the snowball; understands that Sir Boyd also …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
17th June 2019
27 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th June 2019
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA) AWARENESS WEEK 2019
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) on holding its seventh national Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness (RA) Week from 17 to 23 June 2019; notes that the auto-immune disease RA affects more than 400,000 people across the UK; praises the work done by the NRAS to raise awareness …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
17th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th June 2019
AIRCRAFT ACCESSIBILITY
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that the Government’s inclusive transport strategy states that everyone deserves the right to travel with comfort and dignity; further notes that passengers with reduced mobility are almost half as likely to have flown in the past year as other passengers and that 40 per cent of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
13th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th June 2019
YEMEN PEACE PROCESS
Tabled by:
Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
That this House welcomes efforts to continue the peace process in Yemen with all the relevant parties engaged in the Yemen war; recognises the strong historical ties between South Yemen, Aden in particular, and the UK; welcomes the strong and current cooperation between the UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
30th ANNIVERSARY OF TIANANMEN SQUARE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 4 June marks the 30th anniversary of the 1989 brutal suppression of peaceful human rights and pro-democracy activists in Tiananmen Square in Beijing in which thousands died or were wounded; recalls that over the last 30 years the Chinese authorities have instigated no public investigation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
10th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises there should be no barriers for visually impaired people accessing buildings and transport; notes that visually impaired people should be able to navigate towns and cities independently; understands that clear streets and accessible transport are integral to the independence of visually impaired people; calls on the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
10th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
RECOGNITION OF MOUNT STEWART AS ONE OF THE TOP 10 GARDENS IN THE WORLD
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates with the National Trust and the Londonderry Family the latest award to Mount Stewart Gardens having being voted one of the top ten gardens in the world with UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, noting the extraordinary scope of its plant collections and the originality of its features, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
LOCAL BUS DRIVERS' HOURS
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House notes that bus drivers work nearly six hours more but are paid 20 per cent less per week than the average UK worker; further notes that it is currently legal for local bus drivers to drive up to 130 hours over two weeks; is concerned that long …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
SPORT AND FREE TO AIR TV
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House celebrates a successful start to the summer of sport but regrets that a lot of sport is broadcast on subscription TV which is unavailable live to most people in the UK; notes that the European Nations Football League finals is available free to air in three of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
6th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
VALUING SAFE AND SECURE TAXIS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House values the role that taxis play in providing safe and secure publicly hired transport to a high standard; is concerned that this is being undermined by less regulated Privately Hired Vehicles (PHVs), not licensed to ply for hire; believes that the problem is exacerbated by the fact …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
52 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th June 2019
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY CINEMAS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House supports the introduction of community cinemas to provide much needed access to the medium of film for communities that do not have their own fully commercial cinema or to provide an alternative to existing commercial cinemas; and encourages the Government to consider ways of providing support which …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
4th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
LOCAL COMMERCIAL RADIO CUTS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that 35 million people listen to commercial radio's mix of music, entertainment, news, sport, travel and local information every week on over 300 licensed stations serving a wide range of musical preferences, local communities and social backgrounds; is consequently concerned by changes being made within local …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF CHINOOK CRASH AT THE MULL OF KINTYRE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House marks the 25th anniversary of the worst peacetime disaster in RAF history when all 25 passengers and four crew members lost their lives in the chinook crash on the Mull of Kintyre; notes that there is still no satisfactory explanation for the crash which took the lives …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
4th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF MONTE CASSINO
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle for Rome - the battle of Monte Cassino; notes that it was the troops of the Irish Brigades including the 1st Royal Irish Fusiliers, 6th Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers and the 2nd London Irish Rifles who were the vanguard of this …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
4th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th June 2019
LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE FOR THE SIXTH TIME
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool Walton)
That this House congratulates Liverpool Football Club on its sixth European Cup title victory; applauds the club's players and those of Tottenham Hotspur for providing a competitive all-English final to Europe's most prestigious club competition; further applauds the club's manager Jürgen Klopp, staff, and dedicated supporters on this magnificent and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2019
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th June 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 5th June 2019
FLUSHABLE WIPES AND EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Tabled by:
Ian C. Lucas (Labour - Wrexham)
That this House notes that toilet wipes are being sold in the United Kingdom that are harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects; further notes that these wipes are sold as flushable and therefore make their way into the sewerage system; notes that with rising pollution in the world’s …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019
20th ANNIVERSARY OF THE COALFIELDS REGENERATION TRUST
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) on celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2019; commends the work that the CRT has done over the last 20 years in Scotland and the whole of the UK to help former mining communities recover from the devastating impact of pit closures; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019
YOUTH WELFARE OFFICERS FOR YOUNG ASYLUM SEEKERS
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes the lack of specialist support officers for young asylum seekers in asylum accommodation; recognises that many young asylum seekers have faced unimaginable trauma and experiences; expresses deep concern at the very high prevalence of mental ill health amongst young asylum seekers and the high number of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th June 2019
YEMEN DAY 2019
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that Yemen Day fell on 22 May 2019, marking Yemen's National Yemen Day and the 29th anniversary of the country's unification; is saddened that rather than celebrate this Yemenis continue to endure the brutal war that has lasted more than four years, killing over 70,000 people; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019
WORLD PRE-ECLAMPSIA DAY 2019
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises World Pre-Eclampsia day on 22 May 2019, following from the first ever debate on this important issue in Parliament; welcomes the steps made in reducing maternal mortality in the UK over the generations, but also recognises that this condition affects up to 10 per cent of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
22nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th June 2019
EDWARDES COLLEGE, PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern that Edwardes College Peshawar, Pakistan, which is owned by the Church of Pakistan with official recognition by the High Court Peshawar, is being forced by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor and the Provincial Government into handing over administrative control; expresses further concern regarding the alleged continual …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
21st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th June 2019
VALUE OF THE HAIR AND BEAUTY SECTOR TO THE UK ECONOMY
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House recognises the economic value and impact of the hair and beauty sector to the UK economy; congratulates the Hair and Barber Council on the publication of its first UK-wide economic impact assessment report which shows the sector's value to the UK economy is up to £6.6 billion; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
SHORTAGE OF PUBLIC LAVATORIES
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House expresses concern that public lavatory budgets have been cut by more than £26 million in the last five years; notes that this has seen public toilet numbers fall by 13 per cent nationally, with countryside areas disproportionately affected; recognises that this is particularly difficult for individuals who …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st May 2019
CABINET MINISTER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House welcomes the publication of the White Paper on Online Harms; recognises that the early years represent a window of opportunity during which children can be prepared for a healthy life course; notes British Heart Foundation findings that among children aged two to four only 9 per cent …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st May 2019
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST STATELESSNESS
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the launch of a new campaign for the International Observatory of Human Rights on statelessness and citizenship deprivation; believes that their call for the UNHCR to enact an International Day Against Statelessness is vital in raising awareness for the issue that affects approximately 10 million people …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st May 2019
AUTHORISED FRAUD COMPENSATION
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Authorised Push Payment (APP) Scams Voluntary Code due to come into effect on 28 May 2019 to protect customers from APP fraud; notes that during the first half of 2018 consumers lost £92.9 million due to APP scams; further notes that this …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 16th May 2019
LOAN SMART
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House recognises that over 300,000 people borrow money from illegal money lenders or loan sharks, often without realising it is illegal and that the lenders are not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA); notes that the FCA found that 45 per cent of borrowers from illegal lenders …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
15th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 16th May 2019
HEALTHY AGEING AND THE IMPACT OF STRUCTURAL HEART DISEASE
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the urgent need to introduce a national population screening for structural heart diseases for adults over 65 years old; recognises the need to tackle challenges that structural heart diseases pose to older people and prioritise healthy ageing strategies; notes that the number of people affected by …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th May 2019
FORTHCOMING SHOWS AND SPORTING EVENTS IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the spectacular series of forthcoming events in Northern Ireland including the NW 200 motorcycle race, the Balmoral Agricultural Show, the Super Cup NI Youth Football Tournament and the Open Golf Championship at Royal Portrush; offers best wishes to all event organisers; and expresses the hope that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
14th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th May 2019
CHRISTIAN AID WEEK FOCUS ON SIERRA LEONE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the phenomenal work carried out by Christian Aid throughout the world; congratulates them on the decision to focus on maternal health and infant health in Sierra Leone; and encourages those who are able to give to support this worthy charity safe in the knowledge that every …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th May 2019
CO-OWNERSHIP 1,000th HOME BUYER
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Co-Ownership, Northern Ireland's regional body for shared ownership, on achieving its 1,000th home buyer this year; understands that Co-Ownership is a not-for-profit organisation that helps get onto the property ladder people who cannot do so by themselves; notes that since 1978 it has helped over 28,000 …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
13th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2019
UNLOCKING THE NORTH'S GROWTH POTENTIAL
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds South)
That this House notes that Leeds train station is already the busiest station in the North of England serving over 31 million passengers a year; further notes that Leeds station’s peak usage will increase by 49 per cent by 2023, making it busier than King’s Cross Station is now; supports …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th May 2019
CLIMATE, NATURE AND GROWTH
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the publication of the UN’s first global assessment of the state of the world’s nature for nearly 15 years; notes its conclusions that 75 per cent of all land and almost half of all marine and water ecosystems have now been seriously altered by humans, and …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2019
WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION'S WORLD HAND HYGIENE DAY
Tabled by:
Andrea Jenkyns (Conservative - Morley and Outwood)
That this House notes that 5 May 2019 marks the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) World Hand Hygiene Day; recognises that infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene, is critical to achieving universal health coverage for the world’s population; notes that the WHO currently estimates 70 per cent of infections are …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th May 2019
REMEMBERING THE VATERSAY CATALINA 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House notes the 75th anniversary of The Catalina aircraft tragedy of 12 May 1944 which set off from Oban on a training exercise set for Barra Head but tragically crashed near the summit of Heiseaval Beag on the Island of Vatersay; remembers the bravery and sacrifice of the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th May 2019
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF JUSTICE AND PEACE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Catholic Justice and Peace Commission of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, known as Justice and Peace Scotland, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary; notes that the organisation, which was founded in 1979, advises the Catholic Bishops of Scotland on matters relating to social justice, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
8th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th May 2019
STATE-FUNDED LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORISM
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House expresses concern that victims of terrorist atrocities are not automatically eligible for legal aid; regrets that a recently published government review rejected introducing automatic non-means-tested legal aid funding to bereaved families after a state-related death; notes that state organisations involved in deaths from terrorist attacks have access …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Conservative: 9
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
7th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th May 2019
NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK (SUDEP ACTION)
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes 20-26 May 2019 is National Epilepsy Week; recognises the work of SUDEP Action and other charities on improving outcomes for people with epilepsy and their families; notes with concern that there are at least 21 epilepsy deaths weekly in the UK, many of which are potentially …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
FAIR PAY FOR THE ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY'S MERCHANT SEAFARERS
Tabled by:
Luke Pollard (Labour (Co-op) - Plymouth Sutton and Devonport)
That this House recognises the strategic significance to the UK of the near 2000 merchant seafarers employed on the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) who re-fuel, re-arm and re-supply Royal Navy ships wherever they are in the world; notes that successive freezes, cuts and restraint since 2008-09 have seriously undermined pay …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
7th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF SUSSEX
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House offers sincere congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Megan, on the safe delivery of their precious baby son; further thanks God for the arrival of another precious child in the Windsor line; and prays that God will bless the future of this …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
2nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
TIER 5 VISAS FOR MINISTERS OF RELIGION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern the decision of the Home Office to remove Ministers of Religion from the eligibility criteria for tier 5 entry visas to the UK; further notes the widespread disappointment about this decision felt by Churches and other faith communities which have previously been able to …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 9
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th May 2019
Peter Bottomley 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
7th May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th May 2019
RAASAY DISTILLERY SCOTTISH HOTEL AWARDS WINNER
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates the Isle of Raasay Distillery on their recent Gold Laurel award for 'creating a unique visitor experience' at the Scottish hotel awards night; acknowledges the enormous achievement of winning such an award within their first year of opening; pays tribute to the hard working staff that …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
DEMENTIA FUND
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House notes that an estimated 60 per cent of recipients of homecare and 70 per cent of care home residents live with dementia; acknowledges that dementia is a condition caused by diseases of the brain with complex support needs that should be met by the NHS, like any …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Conservative: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
1st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
VOTING RIGHTS OF EU CITIZENS IN EUROPEAN ELECTIONS
Tabled by:
Mike Gapes (The Independent Group for Change - Ilford South)
That this House calls on the Government to take immediate steps to ensure that all EU citizens in the UK who wish to vote in the EU elections are able to do so by making the additional form that EU citizens need to complete in order to declare they are …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 15
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
1st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th May 2019
POLICE WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS PENSION EQUALITY
Tabled by:
Holly Lynch (Labour - Halifax)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution of all who have served, and continue to serve, in the police force, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the protection of others; acknowledges that the support provided by the spouse of a police officer is crucial both emotionally and practically; …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
LONDON NAIL BOMBINGS ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes that 30th April 2019 marks the 20th anniversary of the nail bomb attack at the Admiral Duncan public house in Soho, central London, which killed three people and injured dozens more; further notes that this was the third attack by a self-confessed racist and homophobe following …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
FIRE SAFETY AND SCHOOL NOTICE BOARDS
Tabled by:
David Drew (Labour (Co-op) - Stroud)
That this House notes with concern that a significant proportion of notice boards installed in school classrooms do not comply with current fire standards; is alarmed that in many instances notice boards are installed from an imported product currently marketed as being suitable for the manufacture of firelighters; notes that …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
ILLEGAL ANNEXATION OF OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN AND SYRIAN TERRITORIES
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House condemns any annexation by the State of Israel of any part of the territories occupied in 1967; notes it has already illegally annexed East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights; further notes that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu threatened during Israeli elections to annex part of or all of …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST MEDICAL RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work carried out by the medical research partnership between Queens University Belfast and University of Cambridge along with Almac Diagnostic Services which has resulted in a test which could radically improve the lives of people with oesophageal cancer; recognises the work that means that …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
EXECUTIONS IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes with alarm reports of the execution of 37 men in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's largest mass execution to date; further notes reports that many of those men were subject to brutal torture; observes that three of those executed were juveniles; further observes that five of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
ABDICATION OF JAPAN’S EMPEROR AKIHITO
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House recognises the decades of service of Japan’s Emperor Akihito and his wife, Empress Michiko, as he abdicates the throne after a 30-year reign; notes his dedication to his public duties as a symbol of the state; commends his efforts to ease the painful memories of war and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st May 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st May 2019
ACCESS TO FREE-TO-USE CASH MACHINES
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the recent risk of a reversal in the movement towards increasing the number of free-to-use cash machines; further notes that free-to-use cash machines are the biggest single aspect of free banking that most affects the poor; believes that the attack on this service should immediately cease; …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 10
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
29th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 2019
FRIENDSHIP DAY
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House recognises the work of Friendship Global based in Noel Park, Haringey in seeking to create a better and more peaceful world and promote friendships locally and internationally; notes their wish to officially mark 29 April as National / International Friendship Day; further notes the benefit of diverse …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 2019
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Maisie and Vanessa Dury of St Andrews and the team at Brain Tumour Research on the charity’s 10th anniversary of raising awareness that 16,000 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year; notes that in the last decade its work has helped to increase national …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 10
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 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 April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL'S FOOTBALL WELCOMES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Amnesty International’s Football Welcomes weekend of action will take place on 27 and28 April 2019; recognises that the purpose of the campaign is to highlight the contribution that refugees have made to football both in the UK and around the world, while also encouraging clubs, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
INTERNATIONAL WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House joins workers, trade unions and communities in commemorating Workers’ Memorial Day on 28 April 2019; welcomes that Workers’ Memorial Day is commemorated throughout the world and is officially recognised by the UK Government; expresses concern that more people are killed at work than in wars every year; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
25th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION AND RAPE CRISIS SERVICES
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes that despite signing up to the Istanbul Convention in 2012, the UK has failed to enshrine the Convention in law; further notes that the Convention stipulates necessary legislative or other measures to ensure that survivors have access to services facilitating their recovery from sexual violence; welcomes …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
CHARGES FOR RECYCLING IN SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes with concern that under the Controlled Waste (England and Wales) Regulations, waste collection authorities may charge for the collection and disposal of waste from premises forming part of a school; further notes that the Government has not made an estimate of the number of schools that …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th April 2019
PROVIDING FINANCIAL RESTITUTION TO 1950s WOMEN
Tabled by:
Anna McMorrin (Labour - Cardiff North)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have lost their pensions; welcomes the equalisation of retirement ages between women and men; recalls that women born in the 1950s were subject to discriminatory employment …
225 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 131
Conservative: 24
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 3
Crossbench: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
MURDER OF JOURNALIST LYRA MCKEE
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House mourns the death of Lyra McKee, murdered on Thursday 18 April 2019 by dissident republican terrorists in the course of her work reporting as an investigative journalist; recognises the profound shock and sympathy that greeted this news right across the community; notes that the killing is a …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2019
WORLD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DAY
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and Kinross-shire)
That this House congratulates the World Intellectual Property Office on marking the 19th World Intellectual Property Day, which has been celebrated annually on 26 April since 2000; understands that World Intellectual Property Day was conceived to raise awareness of how patents, copyright, trademarks and designs impact on daily life and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
SRI LANKA EASTER SUNDAY BOMBINGS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
This House utterly and totally condemns the heinous attacks on Christians at prayer on their most holy day in Sri Lanka; supports the Sri Lankan Government in its attempts to catch those responsible; urges the UK Government to lend all the support that it can to Sri Lanka in trying …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS IN SRI LANKA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka which killed 321 people and injured hundreds more; offers sympathies to all those killed or injured in the attack and their families and friends; recognises that many of those killed were Christians gathering peacefully for prayer; condemns all attacks …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2019
FIFTY YEARS OF THE RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Riding for the Disabled Association, which was founded in 1969, on its 50th anniversary; recognises the opportunities that the charity provides to ride and carriage drive to more than 25,500 people with disabilities at 500 groups across the UK; appreciates the therapeutic benefits of riding …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Peter Kyle (Labour - Hove and Portslade)
That this House congratulates the Open University (OU) on its 50th anniversary; notes that its mission of opening up education for all through flexible distance learning is as relevant today as it was in 1969; celebrates the over two million students who have been taught by the OU since 1969; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th April 2019
TACKLING ISLAMOPHOBIA AND RELIGIOUS HATE CRIMES
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House remains deeply concerned by the rise of Islamophobia and other hate crimes within communities; stands in solidarity with the victims of such crimes and with the wider Muslim community in both the London Borough of Haringey and across the UK; supports the Metropolitan Police in their actions …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th April 2019
SUCCESS OF TOMATIN DISTILLERY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Tomatin Distillery on is recent success at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirit Competition; notes that the San Francisco World Spirit Competition recognises exceptional products in the spirits industry with a judging panel of 40 industry experts; commends Tomatin Distillery on taking home seven double gold …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
10th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 11th April 2019
SERVICE MEDAL FOR OPERATION RELENTLESS
Tabled by:
Lord Walney (Crossbench - Barrow and Furness)
That this House recognises the sacrifice made by the submariners of Her Majesty’s Royal Navy and the dedication of shipwrights and craftsmen across the United Kingdom in constructing and maintaining the Royal Navy submarines in which they serve; commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of UK continuous at-sea deterrence, known as Operation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Independent: 1
9th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
NEW MENTAL HEALTH LEGISLATION FOR CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House agrees with the Prime Minister that the state of mental health legislation as it stands constitutes a burning injustice to people living with a mental health illness and notes her intention to introduce a Bill in 2019; further notes that every year one young person in ten …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 13
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
9th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
GIRLGUIDING ULSTER PRESENTATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Girlguiding Ulster on their award of the Your Parliament Partner of the Year Award for its outstanding contribution to UK Parliament Week which is an annual festival that engages people from across the UK; notes the phenomenal work that is carried out by Girlguiding Ulster to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
8th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
CENTENARY OF THE JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House remembers the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where troops of the British Indian Army opened fire on a peaceful crowd in the Jallianwala Bagh Gardens of Amritsar, Punjab; notes with horror, figures supplied by the UK Government which state 379 died and 1,000 were wounded, while the Indian Government …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the contribution of one million euros made by Borussia Dortmund Football Club towards the expansion of Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial in Israel; congratulates the club for their commitment to the memory of the Holocaust and their ongoing action against modern day antisemitism; highlights an example of …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Conservative: 9
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Crossbench: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
190th ANNIVERSARY OF THE CATHOLIC EMANCIPATION ACT 1829
Tabled by:
Mike Kane (Labour - Wythenshawe and Sale East)
That this House notes that 13 April 2019 is the 190th anniversary of Royal Assent being given to The Catholic Emancipation Act 1829 which, in permitting Catholics to sit in the House of Commons, was a crucial milestone in the restoration of religious freedom; welcomes the contribution to politics that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
GAY RIGHTS IN BRUNEI
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with alarm that stoning to death as the punishment for homosexual sex came into force on 3 April 2019 in Brunei; further notes that this is part of an enactment of the Sharia penal code formally published in 2013 that also includes stoning for adultery and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th April 2019
FAIR PRICING FOR MEDICINES
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern that the issue of excessively high medicine prices and systemic lack of transparency in the Research & Development (R&D) system is a global crisis; further notes that the second Fair Pricing Forum will take place in April 2019 presenting a critical opportunity for …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th April 2019
CELEBRATION OF SHOWPARK GATES
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Rebecca Scott of the constituency East Kilbride, Strathaven, and Lesmahagow who won a school competition for South Lanarkshire Council to design the new gates for the Showpark in East Kilbride; notes that Rebecca is 15 years old from Duncanrig Secondary in S4; further notes that she …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019
BRUNEI PENAL CODE
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House expresses deep concern at the planned introduction of a new penal code in Brunei; notes the UN Secretary-General’s belief that these new laws are in clear violation of human rights principles; expresses solidarity with LGBT+ Bruneians and grave concern about the impact of this legislation upon the …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019
FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL DAY 4 MAY 2019
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House joins with firefighters across the United Kingdom on Firefighters Memorial Day in remembering the bravery and sacrifice of over 2,300 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty; extends its sympathies especially on this memorial day to all the bereaved families of fallen firefighters; …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th April 2019
SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL WORKERS SCHEME
Tabled by:
George Eustice (Conservative - Camborne and Redruth)
That this House notes that the UK successfully operated a Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme from 1945 until 2013; regrets the decision of the previous coalition Government to close that Scheme; further notes that many sectors in agriculture and horticulture are reporting acute difficulties recruiting labour for the 2019 harvest with …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
3rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019
BOMBING OF THE KITAF HOSPITAL IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House deplores the bombing of the Kitaf hospital in the Saada province of Yemen on 27 March 2019 which resulted in the death of eight people, five of whom were children; notes that the number of civilians killed in airstrikes has now reached over 17,500 since the four-year …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019
CENTREPOINT'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House commends the work of youth homelessness charity Centrepoint on their 50th anniversary; is deeply concerned that in 2017-18 an estimated 103,000 young people in the UK were homeless or at risk; regrets that five decades on Centrepoint are still working with homeless young people in crisis who …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019
TACKLING BULLYING AND HARASSMENT IN PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges the progress made towards addressing sexual harassment in Parliament as a workplace with the establishment of a bicameral working group on an lndependent Complaints and Grievance Policy and the subsequent creation of two new independent helpline services; recognises the important work done by Laura Cox QC, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019
FRAUDULENT SCAM PREVENTION
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the increasing number of people who have become victims of scam fraudsters; commends the range of helpful and valuable tools and websites such as Take Five and Friends against Scams where basic assistance and training is available for those who wish to help family, friends or …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
27th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th April 2019
TRADE UNION RIGHTS OF ACCESS TO WORKPLACES
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House believes that the right to join a trade union is a basic democratic right, and that trade unions play an invaluable role in defending the pay, terms and conditions of their members; regrets that presently in the UK there is no legal right of access to workplaces …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd April 2019
Social Security
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2019 (S.I., 2019, No. 552), dated 12 March 2019, a copy of which was laid before this House on 18 March 2019, be annulled.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
1st April 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd April 2019
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MURDER OF AIREY NEAVE
Tabled by:
Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House recalls the tragic murder within the precincts of the House some 40 years ago of the late Airey Neave, Member of Parliament for Abingdon and Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland; pays tribute to this exceptional parliamentarian who served his country with courage and distinction and …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
29th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st April 2019
HONG KONG EXTRADITION LAW
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House is concerned about proposed changes to Hong Kong's extradition law to allow the Hong Kong Chief Executive to extradite fugitives to non-contracting jurisdictions including the People's Republic of China; is further concerned that this could facilitate the extradition of pro-democracy activists, journalists, dissidents and foreign nationals including …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th March 2019
1 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
CUTS TO BBC NEWS PROGRAMMES
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House believes that at this critical time for the nation over Brexit negotiations, the availability for well-resourced, independent news and analysis is of paramount importance; is therefore deeply concerned that the BBC plans to merge two of radio's most important radio current affairs programmes, the World Service's NewsHour …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
REVIEW OF PUBS CODE
Tabled by:
Toby Perkins (Labour - Chesterfield)
That this House notes the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy told the House on 8 January 2019 that the Government would be announcing the statutory review into the success and operation of the Pubs code and Pubs code adjudicator by 31 March 2019; recognises …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
ROYAL COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS NEUTRAL STANCE ON ASSISTED DYING
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the decision of the Royal College of Physicians to drop their official opposition to assisted dying and instead to adopt a neutral stance; reiterates its concern that legislation of this nature places very ill people in a vulnerable position and further highlights the importance of the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 2
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARCH DEPORTATIONS
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commemorates the 70th anniversary of the March Deportations in which almost 100,000 men, women and children from Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia were forcibly deported by the Soviet Union to Gulags in Eastern Russia; notes that the deportations were launched on 25 March 1949 and saw Baltic residents, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th March 2019
DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE SCIENCE - BETTER FOR ANIMALS AND PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises the economic and scientific need to support advanced scientific human-relevant research methods; notes that the goal of Recital 10 of EU Directive 2010/63/EU is ‘full replacement of procedures on live animals for scientific and educational purposes as soon as scientifically possible’; supports the Declaration for Advanced …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th March 2019
TACKLING RACISM IN FOOTBALL
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House condemns the racist abuse directed at players in the England football team in their Euro 2020 qualification match in Montenegro on 25 March 2019; supports UEFA’s quick and decisive action in opening disciplinary proceedings against Montenegro; and agrees with footballer Raheem Sterling that any racist chanting should …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th March 2019
EXPLOITATION OF COCOA FARMERS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House supports the Fairtrade Foundation petition which calls on an end to the exploitation of cocoa farmers; understands that some cocoa farmers are currently earning less that 75p a day, which is less than half of what they need for a good standard of living; further understands that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th March 2019
INCLUSIVE PEACE AND PROTECTION OF DEFENDERS IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House encourages further steps to be taken to ensure the full and effective implementation of the Peace Accord between the Colombian Government and the FARC signed in November 2016, including its gender-based agreements and prioritisation of victims' rights; recognises the vital role of civil society organisations and human …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th March 2019
EFFECT OF CYCLONE IDAI AND FLOODING IN MALAWI, MOZAMBIQUE AND ZIMBABWE
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises the devastating human impact that Cyclone Idai and widespread flooding is having in Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and the wider region of East Africa; notes the significant loss of life, injuries and displacement caused by these climatic conditions; welcomes the announcement of £6 million funding from DFID …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 25th March 2019
FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WAR IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes with deep sadness that 26 March 2019 marks the fourth anniversary of the beginning of the conflict in Yemen during which an estimated 60,000 people have been killed; further notes that despite the Stockholm Agreement, an average of three civilians a day are still dying and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 25th March 2019
ISRAELI OCCUPATION OF THE GOLAN HEIGHTS
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House reiterates its support for the long-held international position that Israel is in occupation of the Golan Heights and has been for nearly 52 years; notes that such an occupation should be temporary and that all Israeli settlements there are illegal under international law; urges the UK Government …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019
MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYELITIS (ME) AWARENESS WEEK 2019
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that ME Awareness Week will be held in May 2019; commends those involved in raising greater awareness of the condition including the website www.actionforme.org.uk which creates a platform for wider sections of society to understand the issues that affect more than 250,000 people across the UK; …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
19th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019
BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL AND ADVERTS FOR BREASTMILK SUBSTITUTES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the British Medical Journal's decision to no longer carry adverts for breastmilk substitutes; understands that they have done so through concerns over the aggressive promotion of these products, and subsequent impacts on global rates of breastfeeding; appreciates that the decision was taken in line with the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019
MASS KILLING IN NEW ZEALAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses grave and deep concern at the mass killing of worshippers at mosques in New Zealand; conveys sincere sympathy for their families and community who mourn at this time; condemns all those involved in any form of terrorism and reiterates that there can be no justification for …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st March 2019
ST PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the wonderful legacy of St Patrick and his theology which provided us with a tremendous example of our three in one God as shown in the three leaf clover; further notes the rich history that Ulster enjoys due to St Patrick's choice to come back to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
18th March 2019
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
IPSA AND MPs STAFF PAY
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House recognises the vital role that hon. Members' staff play and the hard work they do in supporting the work of hon. Members; notes with alarm that the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's increase to hon. Members staffing budgets of 1.5 per cent for 2019-20 falls below the rate …
123 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 85
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
THE UK'S PROGRESS TOWARDS NET ZERO CARBON EMISSIONS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House recognises that climate change is the single most important issue facing our planet; notes with concern that 2018 was the fourth-hottest year on record, with average global temperatures now 1°C above the pre-industrial average; celebrates the action taken by young people across the UK who have reminded …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th March 2019
BBC PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House warmly congratulates the BBC on its recent announcement that parents who work at the organisation are to receive additional maternity or paternity pay should their baby be born prematurely; recognises that this new policy will mean that for any baby born before 37 weeks, full pay will …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th March 2019
RAISING AWARENESS OF ENDOMETRIOSIS
Tabled by:
Emma Hardy (Labour - Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice)
That this House supports Endometriosis Awareness Month 2019; notes that this is a campaign raising awareness of a condition that affects 1 in 10 women from puberty to menopause yet the cause of which is not yet known; congratulates Endometriosis UK and their supporters for the various activities raising awareness …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
12th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th March 2019
WORLD GLAUCOMA WEEK AND ACCESS TO EFFECTIVE TREATMENTS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes World Glaucoma Week from 10 to 16 March 2019; commits to ensuring that the one million glaucoma-related visits to the NHS are met with a state of the art health service focusing on best patient outcomes and efficient and safe service delivery; further commits to scrutinize …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th March 2019
MARTIN MCGUINNESS AND IRA TERRORISM
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the decision by San Francisco Mayor London Breed to sign a citation giving a posthumous honour to the late Martin McGuinness in recognition of courageous service in the military; observes that while Martin McGuinness entered the peace process dialogue in later life, in his earlier life …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
11th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2019
INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAY
Tabled by:
Nicholas Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House acknowledges International Dance Day on 29 April 2019, celebrating the UK dance sector, which is vibrant and diverse and a flagship UK industry; notes that as well as being a great UK art form, dance has a unique and important role to play in education, health and …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
REMEMBRANCE OF THE MURDER OF THREE SCOTTISH SOLDIERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with great sadness and righteous indignation the murder of the Royal Highland Fusiliers John and Joseph McCaig and Donald McCaughey on 10 March 1971; notes these vile murders and others like this carried out by the IRA have seen no justice and no one held accountable; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
11th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th March 2019
VOICE OF THE FUTURE 2019
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 2019 on 12 March 2019 at the House 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 better understanding …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
FOREIGN AND COMMONWEALTH FORCES PERSONNEL
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution made by thousands of Foreign and Commonwealth members of the UK’s Armed Forces; notes that those who have served for at least four years are eligible to apply for indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK for themselves, their partners and …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th March 2019
UN COMMISSION OF INQUIRY REPORT ON GAZA PROTESTS
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House welcomes the independent UN Commission of Inquiry report on protests in Gaza; notes with the deepest concern its findings that, in its widespread use of force against demonstrators, Israeli security forces committed violations of international law which may constitute war crimes or crimes against humanity; condemns the …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 68
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
7th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th March 2019
World Book Day 2019
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House recognises 7 March 2019 as World Book Day in the UK and Ireland celebrating authors, illustrators, books and reading; congratulates World Book Day for its 22nd World Book Day being held in 2019; notes that the UK ranks 17th for literacy among 34 OECD countries; further notes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th March 2019
LORD BHATTACHARYYA
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House notes with regret the passing of Lord Kumar Bhattacharyya; recognises the enormous contribution that Lord Bhattacharyya made to the UK manufacturing sector and in particular the automotive sector; notes the critical role Lord Bhattacharyya played in negotiating the sale of Jaguar Land Rover between Ford and TATA …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
ARMY CHAPLAIN CENTURY OF ROYAL APPROVAL
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the centenary of the Army Chaplain; thanks them for the wonderful job that they do supporting out armed forces personnel in deep and dark times; and echoes the words of Her Majesty the Queen, their patron, who said they are an integral part of the well-being …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
FORCED LIVE ORGAN EXTRACTION FROM PRISONERS OF CONSCIENCE IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with concern, allegations of forced organ harvesting in China and associated reports of suppression, persecution, torture and mass arbitrary imprisonment faced by religious and ethnic minority groups including Tibetans, Christians, Uyghers, and practitioners of the traditional Chinese meditation Falun Gong, that includes allegations of forced live …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
4th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
ROLL-OUT OF PAVA ACROSS THE PUBLIC ADULT MALE PRISON ESTATE
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is dismayed by the Government's decision to delay for up to 24 months, the roll-out of Pava pepper spray across the public adult male prison estate; agrees with the Prison Officers Association that with violence against staff at record levels and rising at a record rate, such …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1959 TIBETAN NATIONAL UPRISING
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising on 10 March 1959 in Lhasa, Tibet; notes that the uprising was met with extreme force, resulting in the deaths of tens of thousands of Tibetans and the beginning of increasingly harsh Chinese rule over Tibet; recognises that …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2019
Peter Bottomley 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
4th March 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th March 2019
UTILITY COMPANIES CHARGING FOR PAPER BILLS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House acknowledges the outrageous fee that some utility companies charge their customers who opt to receive paper versions of their bills; recognises that 4.8 million people did not use the internet in 2018; notes that this charge unfairly affects hardworking families and elderly people who do not have …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
27th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019
EPILEPSY AND PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENT
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House expresses serious concern at the high number of people with epilepsy being denied Personal Independence Payment (PIP); is alarmed that since the introduction of this benefit the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has denied PIP to over 41 per cent of people living with epilepsy who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th March 2019
LONG-TERM SOCIAL CARE SETTLEMENT
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the state of the social care sector and the unsustainable levels of unmet care need; notes the NHS calling for social care reform through the Health for Care campaign; and calls on the Government to deliver a sustainable, new and fair system and funding formula for …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th March 2019
FLIGHTS BETWEEN THE UK AND KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House believes that direct flights between the UK and the Kurdistan Region in Iraq would encourage more commercial, cultural, and educational connections with Kurdistan, whose capital city has been deemed the fifth safest in the world; recognises that the Kurdistan Region is rightly proud of its security, religious …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th March 2019
MANDATING DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENT PROVISION
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House agrees with the BMA, Faculty of Public Health, Health Foundation, Health & SocialCare Select Committee, King's Fund, LGA, Royal Society for Public Health and many others that have warned that public health cuts are a false economy, heaping added pressure upon an overstretched NHS and jeopardising future …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019
CHILDREN'S LIVER DISEASE FOUNDATION'S BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2019
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 1 March 2019 is Big Yellow Friday; 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 that every week 20 children in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
27th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS ON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST BOARDS
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House shares the view of the Allied Health Professions Federation (AHPF) that greater diversity of talent in leadership posts in hospitals can boost multi-disciplinary working, reduce pressure on emergency departments and hence improve outcomes for patients; agrees with the AHPF that the rules governing NHS Foundation Trust hospitals …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th March 2019
CHAGOS ISLANDS AND THE INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House notes that the highest court of the United Nations has said that the United Kingdom should end its control of the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean as rapidly as possible; further notes that the International Court of Justice has said the Islands were not lawfully separated …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th February 2019
LGBT HISTORY MONTH 2019
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2019; affirms that this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history serves to challenge heterosexist attitudes in society; commemorates the struggle for gay rights and related civil rights through the past decades and celebrates …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th February 2019
IMPORTANCE OF JOURNALISM IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House celebrates the importance of investigative journalism in the public interest; believes that a free press is critical to the health of democratic society and that freedom of expression is a fundamental human right; is concerned by the arrests of National Union of Journalists members Barry McCaffrey and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
13th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 14th February 2019
ANNIVERSARY OF M62 IRA BOMBING
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the 45th anniversary of the M62 bombing which killed 12 people on a coach including a father and mother and their two sons aged five and two; expresses again the most sincere sympathies to the families of those who still grieve and those who were injured; …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
12th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 14th February 2019
CHEMICAL WEAPONS USE IN WEST PAPUA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House is deeply concerned by reports of the use of chemical weapons by the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) in the West Papuan regency of Nduga; notes that the Nduga Regency is experiencing a significant increase in Indonesian military and police activity; further notes that Indonesia is a …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th February 2019
KHOJALY MASSACRE
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House extends condolences to the people of Azerbaijan as they commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Khojaly massacre on 26 February; reflects on this atrocity, committed against citizens of Azerbaijan amid conflict in the region; and supports calls for a resolution to the conflict, which respects the territory …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 14th February 2019
REGISTRATION FEES AT THE HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that the Health and Care Professions Council plans to increase its registration fees by 18 per cent from October 2019; believes that this increase is effectively a tax on practicing, as those who are regulated by the HCPC must pay this annual fee in order to …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 82
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
12th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 14th February 2019
DETENTION OF WOMEN'S RIGHTS ACTIVISTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the continuing detention of Saudi women's rights activists, including Loujain al-Hathloul, Aziza al-Yousef, Eman al-Nafjan and Samar Badawi, many months after their arrests in 2018; is extremely alarmed by allegations that some activists have been subjected to sexual harassment, torture and ill-treatment, including …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
8th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th February 2019
COMMUNITY SECURITY TRUST INCIDENT FIGURES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the 2018 anti-Semitic incidents report by the Community Security Trust (CST); further notes that the stated record of 1,652 anti-Semitic incidents represents a 16 per cent rise on the previous year and for the third year running the highest annual total of anti-Semitic incidents that CST …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
7th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th February 2019
HOLIDAY PAY FOR IN-HOUSE STAFF
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House shows its gratitude for the consistent hard work and dedication of parliamentary staff at all levels, without whom this House would be unable to conduct its significant work; urges the House administration to comply with the 2017 Employment Appeal Tribunal decision in the case of Dudley Metropolitan …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
7th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th February 2019
#HELLOTOKINDNESS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House supports Hello magazine’s #HelloToKindness campaign; praises the campaign for supporting kindness in an effort to combat the growing problem of online abuse; congratulates the campaign for standing up to abuse that occurs on social media platforms in an attempt to promote a more positive, welcoming environment online; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
6th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th February 2019
VISA REFUSALS BASED ON TOEIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST ALLEGATIONS
Tabled by:
Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House notes the important contribution of international students to UK higher education; welcomes the presence of those who have entrusted their education to the UK; is concerned about the 35,870 students whose visas have been refused, revoked or curtailed due to allegations of cheating in the Test of …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th February 2019
ACCESS TO CASH
Tabled by:
Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House expresses concern about the rate at which access to cash is being reduced across the UK, with more than 200 free-to-use cashpoints and 60 bank branches closing per month according to analysis by Which?; recognises that while there has been an increase in digital payments, cash is …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th February 2019
SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS AND WEIGHT LOSS PRODUCTS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House acknowledges the petition by Mandy Jones, entitled 'LET'S STOP influencers and celebrities working with products promoting speedy weight loss', which calls on the Advertising Standards Authority to regulate social media influencers; appreciates that Mandy Jones, the founder of the Empowered Women Project, is promoting this petition to …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th February 2019
KURDISH HUNGER STRIKES IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses its deep concern for the welfare of around 250 Kurdish prisoners in Turkey, who have begun an indefinite hunger strikes in protest against the prison conditions of imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan; notes that some protestors, including Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) deputy Leyla Guven, have now …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th February 2019
LGBT HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House joins the LGBT community in celebrating LGBT History Month; recognises and supports the contributions that the LGBT community has made to Welsh society; acknowledges that the LGBT community is disproportionately impacted in terms of homelessness, domestic abuse, violence and housing discrimination; aspires to create a society in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th February 2019
DR SHOAIB SUDDLE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the Supreme Court of Pakistan's decision to appoint a commission chaired by Dr Shoaib Suddle; notes that the intention of the commission is to ensure implementation of the decision PLD 2014 SC 699 of June 2014 to safeguard the rights of religious minorities in Pakistan; affirms …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 8th February 2019
BIRD COUNT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House fully supports the Big Farmland Bird Counts for February 2019; urges landowners and farmers to participate; and thanks all volunteers for their efforts and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for its encouragement for the Bird Count.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
29th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 8th February 2019
TRIAL OF CATALAN POLITICIANS
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses concern about the imminent trial of 18 Catalan politicians and civic leaders regarding their role in the 2017 independence referendum; notes that nine Catalan politicians and civic leaders are being held in preventative detention; further notes that all have been charged with sedition and rebellion, charges …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
29th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 8th February 2019
EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP AT CHEMCO INTERNATIONAL
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes Coatbridge-based specialist coatings company Chemco International becoming 100 per cent employee owned; congratulates the 24 staff members and company founder Manny Khorasani for pursuing employee ownership to protect jobs, skills and ties with the local community; urges other businesses to consider employee ownership as a viable …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th February 2019
ACCESS FOR CANOEISTS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House applauds British Canoeing for securing the staging of the Canoe Slalom World Cup in 2019 and the Canoe Slalom European Championships in 2020 at Lee Valley White Water Centre and celebrates the notable success of Team GB Canoeists in recent years; notes that more than 1.9 million …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
4th February 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th February 2019
PROMOTING RECONCILIATION ACCOUNTABILITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN SRI LANKA
Tabled by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That this House expresses its serious concern at the lack of progress Sri Lanka has made in implementing its commitments in the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolutions 30/1 and 34/1, to address the legacy of the country's armed conflict and to promote reconciliation, accountability and human rights; notes with …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
30th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019
SIX NATIONS RUGBY
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House recognises that Six Nations Rugby, the Northern Hemisphere showpiece, which features England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, France and Italy, will see the cream of European rugby meet across five rounds, culminating in the final set of games in March; notes that last year's tournament attracted 72,000 fans a …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
29th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th February 2019
POLITICAL DETAINEES IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House is concerned about Saudi Arabia’s use of illegal detention to silence female activists pushing for greater freedoms within the country and Saudi Arabia’s illegal detention of other political prisoners, including but not limited to Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud, Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, Abdulaziz bin Fahd …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
RATES OF PAY FOR SECURITY STAFF ON THE PARLIAMENTARY ESTATE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the valuable work done by security staff on the parliamentary estate; further notes the current dispute between security staff represented by the PCS union and the House authorities concerning overtime rates; believes that security staff recruited in summer 2016 should be paid in line with the …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 64
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
28th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th January 2019
PLASTIC USE
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that UK households and businesses used 11 million tonnes of plastic packaging last year; further notes that the current system for shipping plastic recycling abroad has been criticised by the National Audit Office as being open to abuse and fraud, with six UK exporters of plastic …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
ASSOCIATION OF BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers (ABM) on their 40 year anniversary; notes the amazing difference that the counselling provided by the ABM breastfeeding helpline can make to the breastfeeding journey of mothers; further notes the contribution the organisation has made to public policy and debate around …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
BBC RADIO SCOTLAND 40TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates BBC Radio Scotland, which launched as a full time radio network on 23 November 1978, on reaching its 40 year anniversary; values the contribution that BBC Radio Scotland has made to the cultural fabric of Scotland; appreciates the range of news, music, entertainment and sport offered …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES 2019
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the International Year of Indigenous Languages 2019; recognises the rich diversity of indigenous languages spoken across the British Isles including Scottish Gaelic, Scots, Welsh, Doric, Romany, Cornish, Irish Gaelic and British Sign Language; welcomes the UN’s recognition of the importance of these languages …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
23rd January 2019
9 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
PLASTIC WASTE EXPORTS (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that two thirds of plastic waste separated for recycling in the UK is currently sent abroad for processing and that 105,000 tonnes of UK plastic was imported by Malaysia alone in 2017-18; recognises that many of the countries in the Global South receiving the UK's rubbish …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th 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 January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st January 2019
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF JAMES WATT
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That the House welcomes the activities taking place in Inverclyde to commemorate the life of James Watt, Scottish inventor, mechanical engineer, and chemist, who was born on 19 January 1736 and died 200 years ago on 25 August 1819; notes that Inverclyde council starts its celebration of the life of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st January 2019
JAILED KURDISH LEADER ABDULLAH ÖCALAN
Tabled by:
Chris Williamson (Independent - Derby North)
That this House recognises the urgent necessity for a peaceful resolution of the Kurdish conflict in Turkey; considers that President Erdogan's turn to unrestrained repression only deepens existing social divisions; acknowledges the positive proposals made by the Kurds to achieve peace and reconciliation; urges the Foreign Secretary to intercede with …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st January 2019
TASHI WANGCHUK
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House is dismayed by the continued imprisonment of Tibetan language advocate, Tashi Wangchuk, who was first detained three years ago today on 27 January, and since sentenced to five years in prison for advocating for the use of Tibetan language in local schools in Tibetan populated areas; deplores …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st January 2019
UN SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2452 ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the unanimous adoption of Resolution 2452 at the UN Security Council on 16 January 2019, which calls for the establishment in Yemen of the United Nations Mission to support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA); recognises that this Special Political Mission will allow up to 75 independent monitors …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th January 2019
ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes with sadness the announcement by Andy Murray that he is likely to retire from competitive tennis in 2019 due to injury; pays tribute to his legacy as one of the leading male tennis players throughout the past decade as a three-time Grand Slam winner, double Olympic …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th January 2019
HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2019
Tabled by:
Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2019 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2019 …
112 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 9
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th January 2019
HUNGER STRIKE BY LEYLA GÜVEN MP
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned that the hunger strike in Turkey by Leyla Güven MP of the People’s Democratic Party (HDP) has reached its third month and that she is in a critical condition; notes that her protest has inspired others to hunger strike, including Ilhan Sis in Newport, South …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th January 2019
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th 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
19th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th 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
20th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th December 2018
NATIONAL HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL AND LEARNING CENTRE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House regrets that the United Kingdom Holocaust Memorial Foundation (UKHMF) chose the day before the Christmas parliamentary recess to submit its controversial National Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre planning application to the City of Westminster; notes that the application is not yet available for consideration by interested people; …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th December 2018
PLASTIC-FREE COMMUNITIES
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes that more than 300 million tonnes of plastic are produced globally each year, the equivalent to the weight of the world’s entire population; further notes that more than 12 million tonnes of plastic end up in our seas and oceans; highlights the urgent need for more …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th December 2018
YEMEN PEACE TALKS (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the announcement by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres that a truce has been agreed in Stockholm for Hudaydah port in Yemen; expresses its support for other measures agreed at the talks, including the mutual transfer of up to 15,000 prisoners in the conflict, funds for the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
17th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th December 2018
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GAELIC BOOKS COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House congratulates the Gaelic Books Council on celebrating its 50th anniversary; understands that the inaugural meeting of the Gaelic Books Council, chaired by Derick Thomson, took place in December 1968 at the University of Glasgow; recognises that, in the subsequent 50 years, the Gaelic Books Council has worked …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th December 2018
BOXING DAY TRAINS
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House expresses its deep disappointment that during this Christmas season the railways will undergo a 58-hour shutdown with no services being provided in England and Wales other than minimal services in the South East; notes that this is in stark contrast to the situation that prevails in the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 13th December 2018
WATER POLLUTION IN NORTHERN SRI LANKA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern regarding water quality in northern Sri Lanka; is concerned by reports stating that the Sri Lankan Government refused to allow independent assessments of water quality in the region; notes that the consumption or use of water contaminated by waste oil has been linked to many …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
11th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 13th December 2018
THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH AT CHRISTMAS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses sincere thankfulness that we live in a country which allows us to celebrate the birth of Jesus and Christmas; considers those states in which to even whisper the name of Jesus would mean death; prays for those who can only celebrate Christmas in their heart; and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 13th December 2018
SERVICES OF ROYAL MAIL AND POST OFFICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House thanks the Royal Mail and Post Office staff for all their hard work to sort and deliver millions of letters, cards and parcels each week of the year; notes the exceptional pressure upon them over the Christmas period and New Year period; further notes that there will …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 10
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
Guide Dogs in Taxis
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House expresses concern that guide dog owners are being refused access to taxis; recognises that there should be no barriers to blind and disabled people accessing services, forms of transport and buildings; further recognises that guide dogs play an invaluable role in assisting people with sight difficulties in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
70th ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That his House notes that Human Rights Day on 10 December 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to regardless of race, religion, sex or political belief; supports the principle of equal …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
DWP CHRISTMAS BONUS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This House notes with concern that the Department for Work and Pensions Christmas bonus paid to benefit claimants has not been up-rated since it was introduced in 1972 and remains at £10; further notes recent reports that the bonus is being discontinued under universal credit; highlights that, according to the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
DELAY IN THE INTRODUCTION OF THE 26-30 RAILCARD
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the Chancellor of the Exchequer's 2017 commitment to introduce a 26-30 railcard which will give holders a one-third discount on rail journeys nationwide; further notes the average 3.1 per cent rail fare increase from 2 January 2019; acknowledges the Rail Delivery Group's promise that the railcard …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
CATALAN PRISONERS' HUNGER STRIKE
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its deep concern over the decision of two jailed Catalan political prisoners, Jordi Sanchez and Jordi Turull, to commence an indefinite hunger strike in protest against the refusal of the Spanish Constitutional Court to respond to eight appeals filed by the defendants regarding the charges against …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
10th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
FOETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House is deeply concerned at the new research undertaken by Bristol University which has concluded that up to 17 per cent of children could have symptoms consistent with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder; notes the results of the research that up to 79 per cent of children in the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
6th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th December 2018
PROTECTING ELDERLY PEOPLE FROM EXPLOITATION
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House is concerned that many vulnerable older people are at risk of exploitation including financial abuse; notes that at least 130,000 older people have suffered some form of financial abuse by somebody known to them, with elderly women who are living on their own at greatest risk, according …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
11th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th December 2018
HOME OFFICE AND PASSPORT ISSUE FOR IRAQI KURDS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that some Iraqi Kurds have been deprived of their British passports by the Home Office on the grounds that their names and birth dates are inaccurate; further notes that this is the case for those who fled from Saddam Hussein's dictatorship and who feared, in the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
VISAS FOR FESTIVAL PERFORMERS
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House recognises the reports from UK festival organisers of increasingly onerous bureaucratic burdens, delays and refusals of visit visas for international artists invited to attend their events, including the world leading festivals in Edinburgh; expresses concern that frustrations with the process, coupled with increasing perceptions of the UK …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
BEAUTY WITH A PURPOSE CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the staggering number of people who take their own life every day in the UK; further notes that in 2017 a total of 5,821 people sadly took their own life; recognises the tireless work of people around UK to raise awareness of suicide and mental health …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
3rd December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
TREATMENT OF MEMBERS OF THE UGANDAN PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Paul Williams (Labour - Stockton South)
That this House condemns the arrest and subsequent torture of Members of the Ugandan Parliament, Robert Kyagulanyi known as Bobi Wine, Paul Mwiru, Francis Zaake, Gerald Karuhanga, and Kasiano Wadri; believes that arrest and the use of torture against elected legislators has no place in a democratic country; and calls …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
3rd December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
US SENATE VOTE ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes Joint Resolution 54 passed in the United States Senate on 28 November 2018 on removing American military involvement from the conflict in the Republic of Yemen, including air-to-air refuelling and intelligence support; commends the actions of US Senators in seeking an end to the ongoing violence …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
BANK HOLIDAY MINIMUM WAGES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House calls on the Government to increase the hourly minimum wage for all hours worked on Easter Sunday and Christmas day to twice that of the statutory minimum.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
3rd December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES IN MYANMAR
Tabled by:
George Howarth (Labour - Knowsley)
That this House notes that the UN's Independent International fact-finding mission on Myanmar (Burma) alleges that crime against humanity and war crimes have been committed in the Kachin and Shan states of northern Burma; condemns the alleged human rights abuses by the Burmese military in northern Burma, which include torture, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd December 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT - ZERO HOURS CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that it is Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) policy that universal credit claimants can be sanctioned if they either refuse to work or leave voluntarily a zero-hours contract; further notes that this is not the case under the legacy system; is aware that zero-hours contracts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th December 2018
REMOVAL OF IMPLIED CONSENT UNDER UNIVERSAL CREDIT
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House notes with deep concern that the system of implied consent which existed under the legacy benefits system has been removed under universal credit; believes that this will make it more difficult for claimants with complex needs to make claims to universal credit; further believes that this will …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th December 2018
SCAMMING INDUSTRY IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the increasing sophistication of the scamming industry; notes that, according to UK Finance, more than £500 million was stolen by scammers in the first six months of 2018; further notes that mobile banking fraud had risen by 54 per cent in the same period in 2017, …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
27th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th November 2018
UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE FINALS 2019
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House congratulates Gareth Southgate and the England men's football team for qualifying to the UEFA Nations League finals in Portugal in June 2019 by beating Spain and Croatia; notes that this new official UEFA competition has significant standing as a major competitive international trophy; further notes that the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th November 2018
IRISH RUGBY UNION TEAM
Tabled by:
Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House congratulates the Irish Rugby Union team on its magnificent and historic win over the All Blacks on 17 November 2018 in Dublin; further congratulates Ulster centre Jacob Stockdale on scoring the only try in the games; and commends the continued captaincy of Ulsterman Rory Best.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
27th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th November 2018
CHANGING PLACES TOILETS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House congratulates the All Party Parliamentary Group for Disability for its work with Changing Places; further congratulates Zack Kerr from Accrington for his petition calling on Government investment to help fund the building of more Changing Places toilets in motorway service stations which received 145,000 signatures; welcomes the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
26th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th November 2018
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that pancreatic cancer remains the deadliest and the quickest killing cancer among common cancers; further notes that national data show that 75 per cent of people diagnosed will die within a year of diagnosis and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 26th November 2018
SARA CONFERENCE 2018
Tabled by:
Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House notes the commencement of the Sara Conference on women and antisemitism; supports the aims and efforts of the APPG Against Antisemitism and the Antisemitism Policy Trust in seeking to highlight concerns about this gendered racist abuse; welcomes the cross-party nature of the initiative and the positive engagement …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd November 2018
HOPE FOR PEACE IN CYPRUS
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House welcomes the opening of Deryneia and Apliki Aplic checkpoints on the 12th hour of the 12th day of November 2018; thanks all Cypriots working to open these and other checkpoints in Mia Milia Haspolat, Athienou Kiracikoy and Kokkina Erenkoy, and three in Nicosia called for by their …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd November 2018
ACCESS TO HIV TREATMENT FOR CHILDREN IN LOW AND MIDDLE INCOME COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern the current challenges children in low and middle income countries have in accessing HIV treatment; further notes that the second Paediatric HIV Rome Conference will take place in December 2018 presenting a critical opportunity for stakeholders to discuss the accelerated development and introduction …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2018
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st November 2018
FEED THE HUNGRY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House places on record its thanks to the work of Feed The Hungry, not just in this country but around the world as it seeks to feed over 242,000 children daily in 19 countries; notes that this charity marks eight years in the UK and 30 years internationally; …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
19th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st November 2018
DEAL ON KIRKUK OIL BETWEEN IRAQ AND THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House warmly welcomes an initial deal between the federal Government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), as urged by the UK and others, that will allow 50-100,000 barrels per day of stranded oil in Kirkuk to be exported via the KRG pipeline to Turkey and the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st November 2018
ACCESS TO FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates the decision made by NHS England on World Diabetes Day to fund flash glucose monitoring for Type 1 diabetes patients across England from April 2019; commends all individuals and organisations that have continuously campaigned to end the postcode lottery for this life changing device which reduces …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
15th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st November 2018
KURDISH REGIONS ATTACK
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House expresses its deep concern that on 27 October 2018, Turkish forces launched a series of attacks against villages west of Kobane and in Gire Spi in Northern Syria; condemns these attacks, the impact on the civilian population of these villages and, in particular, the killing of a …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th November 2018
STUDENT PARAMEDICS AND THE LEARNING SUPPORT FUND
Tabled by:
Liz Twist (Labour - Blaydon and Consett)
That this House notes that, as part of the Government's health education funding reforms, new students in England starting a nursing, midwifery or allied health professional course can apply for financial support from the Learning Support Fund (LSF); regrets that this does not extend to those students studying university paramedic …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th November 2018
PLASTICS BILL
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that according to the UN there will be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050; further notes that global fossil fuel subsidies amount to 5.3 trillion US dollars, more than the combined GDP of UK and France; notes that fossil fuel subsidies reduce the …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2018
7 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th November 2018
UK DECLARATION OF RECOVERY RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch by Faces and Voices of Recovery UK of the UK Recovery Declaration of Rights which states that all people have a right to recover from addiction to alcohol and other drugs; understands that the Declaration calls for action to build communities of recovery and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
SAINT ROMERO
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House celebrates the canonisation of Archbishop Oscar Romero on 14 October; notes that this will give Saint Romero the wider recognition he so richly deserves; further notes all he did to denounce the violence which affected El Salvador, how he spoke out against oppression, how he stood against …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 15th November 2018
HONG KONG UMBRELLA MOVEMENT TRIALS
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming trial on 19 November 2018 of nine leaders of the Hong Kong Umbrella movement, including the co-founders of the Occupy Central campaign Professor Benny Tai Yiu-ting, Professor Chan Kin-man, and Reverend Chu Yiu-ming; is further concerned that they are facing vague and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
13th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th November 2018
UNCONDITIONAL ASYLUM FOR ASIA BIBI
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House condemns the threats made to Asia Bibi and her family's lives following her acquittal by the Supreme Court of Pakistan in a blasphemy trial; recognises that Britain's commitment to freedom of religious expression, for those of all faiths and none, is one of our most important values; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
31st October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th November 2018
MONEY TALK WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House welcomes Talk Money Week, the annual opportunity to encourage the public, business, charities and educators to Talk Money and prompt the UK's biggest conversation about financial capability; notes that Talk Money Week seeks to remove the stigma around money by having open conversations that help people feel …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Reclaim Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th November 2018
SHAW REPORT ON DEPORTATION
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House joins the Home Secretary in endorsing the recommendations of the Shaw Report on possible deportations of foreign nationals, especially when they last lived in their family's country of residence when young.
2 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
12th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
THREATS TO ASIA BIBI AND THE SUPREME COURT JUSTICES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the acquittal of Asia Bibi and the steps taken by the Supreme Court of Pakistan; condemns the subsequent threats to her and the Supreme Court Justices' lives; calls for the strikes, consequential anarchy, and damage to the property of citizens by extremists to immediately cease; expresses …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th November 2018
NI WINS BEST FOOD DESTINATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that Northern Ireland has won the Best Food Destination at the International Travel and Tourism Awards in London; congratulates Michele Shirlow and all those involved in Food NI the Food and Drinks promotion body in Northern Ireland; and recognises the work that local councils such as …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th November 2018
LOCAL DEMOCRACY IN KURDISTAN
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House expresses its grave concern that the Turkish Minister of the Interior has suspended from duty 103 village and 156 neighbourhood mukhtars, elected local community heads, without recourse to appropriate and required legal process; notes that those suspensions are justified on unproven grounds of association with terrorism; further …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th November 2018
TACKLING DIGITAL EXCLUSION
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House welcomes the campaign by the Good Things Foundation, a charity that tackles social exclusion through digital, to bridge the digital divide in the UK; notes how recent research published by the Good Things Foundation has shown that at the current rate of investment in digital support, in …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
31st October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th 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
30th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 31st October 2018
PITTSBURGH SUPPORT AND SOLIDARITY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the close links between Pittsburgh, USA and Dunfermline, Scotland which have been developed over many years through our joint association with the life and work of Andrew Carnegie; expresses its sincere condolences to the people of Pittsburgh, and especially the Jewish community there, which this week …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
30th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 31st October 2018
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIVIA AWARD FOR PROFESSIONALISM AND SERVICE TO JUSTICE
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House gives its support to the Livia Award for Professionalism and Service to Justice; notes that the award is made annually to the Metropolitan Traffic Police Officer in the Roads and Transport Policing Command independently judged to have been most meritorious in its investigation of fatal and serious …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 31st October 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th October 2018
TRAVEL BAN ON STEPHEN YAXLEY-LENNON
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House notes that an invitation has been issued to Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, to speak at events in Washington DC on 14 November 2018; further notes that these invitations have been issued by anti-Muslim think tanks the Middle East Forum and the David Horowitz Freedom …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th October 2018
DELSIE GAYLE AND RYANAIR
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes the entirely unprovoked and racist verbal attack on Ms Delsie Gayle onboard a Ryanair flight from Barcelona to London; further notes that Ryanair failed to move the perpetrator but instead moved Ms Gayle to another seat; points out that Ryanair have still not contacted Ms Gayle …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 26th October 2018
FIXED ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House considers that the excessive receipt of taxation on losses by users of Fixed Odds Betting Terminals is no justification for allowing stakes above £2 for longer than April 2019.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th October 2018
FREEHOLDERS AND LEASEHOLDERS AND S.I., 2018 No 1043
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises that provisions for freeholders recognising leaseholder associations are listed in S.I., 2018 No. 1043 with the short title Landlord and Tenant, England, and the long title The Tenants' Association (Provisions Relating to Recognition and Provision of Information) (England) Regulations 2018; and calls on the House authorities, …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th October 2018
LANDLORD AND TENANT (S.I., 2018 No 1043)
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Tenants' Associations (Provisions Relating to Recognition and Provision of Information) (England) Regulations 2018 (S.I., 2018 No 1043) dated 3 October 2018 a copy of which was laid before this House on 5 October 2018 be annulled.
6 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
25th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th October 2018
LEASEHOLD AND RECOGNISING TENANTS' ASSOCIATIONS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House supports the understanding that fairness requires change to the law and practice concerning the recognition of associations of residential leaseholders' associations, named in law as Tenants' Associations; understands that a respectable freeholder receiving a request for recognition would be pleased to grant recognition; suspects that some freeholders …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th October 2018
US WITHDRAWAL FROM INTERMEDIATE RANGE NUCLEAR FORCES TREATY
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned by the announcement on 20 October 2018 by the US President of the decision to withdraw the US from the Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF); notes that withdrawal from the INF will serve to undermine international attempts to curb nuclear proliferation; further notes that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
32 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
THERE BUT NOT THERE
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House recognises the extraordinary work of There But Not There, an art installation project which commemorates the fallen heroes of the First World War; notes that the project has raised £4 million for six military charities; further notes that £800,000 of the funds raised will be paid as …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
DOG MEAT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls for the UK Animal Welfare Act 2006 to be amended to make the eating of dog meat in the UK illegal and to close the loophole that is there at present.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
GLOBAL DISABILITY SUMMIT COMMITMENTS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of disability inclusive development; acknowledges progress made at the Global Disability Summit co-hosted by the Governments of the UK and Kenya and the International Disability Alliance on 24 July 2018, and the importance of commitments made to ensure people with disabilities are empowered across …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 9
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
17th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th 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
17th October 2018
38 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
THE POSITION OF KURDS IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House expresses its relief that relations between the Kurds in Iraq and the federal Government in Baghdad appear to be improving after the failed attempt to blockade and dissolve the Kurdistan Regional Government following its people's overwhelming support for the principle of negotiated independence in a referendum in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
ACCOUNTABLE CAPITALISM LEGISLATION
Tabled by:
Karen Lee (Labour - Lincoln)
That this House takes note of the proposals of American Senator, Elizabeth Warren on accountable capitalisation to make businesses more accountable and socially beneficial; believes that the proposals to increase the voice of employees on corporate boards and take into account the public good would be a hugely beneficial change …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF THE ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House celebrates the one year anniversary of the opening of the Isle of Raasay distillery; acknowledges that Raasay Distillery is the first legal whisky distillery on the Isle of Raasay; notes that in the 12 months since opening, the distillery has trained and employed over 10 per cent …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
16th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
SEAFARER JOBS ON OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSELS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the planned merger in the US of offshore supply vessel (OSV) operators Gulfmark and Tidewater would create the world's largest OSV company; further notes that Gulfmark currently operate 30 British registered OSVs representing the last source of major employment for up to 300 UK seafarer …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
FORCED REPATRIATION OF TEACHERS FROM PAKISTAN TO TURKEY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the Turkish Government's demand for the forced repatriation of some 285 Turkish teachers and their families living legally in Pakistan; notes that many teachers have been illegally returned by the Pakistani Government and have faced arbitrary arrest, detention and even torture by Turkish authorities; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
HARASSMENT OF PAKISTANI REFUGEES IN THAILAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about reports that over 100 Pakistani refugees, including 30 children, have recently been rounded up by Thai police and taken to detention centres; notes that Thai Defence Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan has issued an instruction to the Thai Immigration Bureau to detain all foreigners without …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
KERALA FLOOD RELIEF
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates the charitable work by fundraisers in Scotland, such as the Charity Dinner held in Glasgow and sponsored by PG Papers, Dakhin restaurant and others in raising money to support the Kerala Chief Ministers Relief Fund following the worst rains in more than 100 years in which …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd October 2018
THE MISSELLING OF TIMESHARES
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is concerned that the sale of membership of timeshare schemes and products often involves practices which are psychologically manipulative, use misleading information and unfairly exploit vulnerable, often elderly, consumers, leading to those consumers taking out very expensive borrowing commitments which they cannot afford; notes that the sale …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Reclaim Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th October 2018
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
COSWORTH 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Andrew Lewer (Conservative - Northampton South)
That this House congratulates Cosworth Engineering Ltd on its 60th Anniversary as an iconic British enterprise at the cutting edge of motor engineering; notes that the company is a significant contributor for the expanding British high performance technology sector and is now an important research and development pathfinder for future …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
11th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
LEAH SHARIBU
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern for the safety of Leah Sharibu who is currently held hostage in Northern Nigeria by the terrorist group Boko Haram; notes that Leah was abducted along with 110 girls when she was 14 on 19 February 2018; further notes that Leah is the only …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House recognises the increasing challenges to the health and wellbeing of children and young people today; notes that 20 per cent of English pupils aged 10 and 11 are now classed as obese; notes that the number of girls treated for attempting an overdose rose more than tenfold …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th October 2018
SPINA BIFIDA AND HYDROCEPHALUS AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Owen Smith (Labour - Pontypridd)
That this House recognises Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Awareness Week from 22 to 26 October 2018; commends the work of charities like Shine and SBH Scotland which provide specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus; notes that folic acid deficiency has led to life threatening birth defects in …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th October 2018
CENTENARY OF THE SINKING OF THE RMS LEINSTER
Tabled by:
Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House notes that 10 October 2018 marks the centenary of the sinking of RMS Leinster, a vessel operated by the City of Dublin Steam Packet Company, which served as the Kingstown, Dún Laoghaire to Holyhead mailboat, and was torpedoed and sunk by German submarine UB123 on 10 October …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
TINY LIFE ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work carried out by the charity Tiny Life; further notes that every day in Northern Ireland six premature babies are born; notes the fact that according to figures from the charity, that 30 years ago 70 per cent of premature babies did not survive …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th October 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th October 2018
ANTHONY NOLAN TRUST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work undertaken by the charity Anthony Nolan in providing the Anthony Nolan register which matches potential stem donors with those who need it most; further notes the need for more men aged 16 to 30 of all ethnicities to register as a donor given …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
13th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th September 2018
KWEKU ADOBOLI
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House knows of no proper purpose or value in deporting Kweku Adoboli; recognises that he was last ordinarily resident in Ghana aged four; notes that he has been resident in the UK since he was 12; and calls on Ministers to halt the deportation, to meet his supporters …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018
PUBLICATION OF PARENTAL LEAVE AND PAY POLICIES
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with concern that 54,000 women lose their jobs each year because of pregnancy and maternity discrimination; recognises that greater transparency on parental leave and pay would reduce the risk of discrimination during recruitment and would incentivise employers to offer more generous parental pay; and calls upon …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th September 2018
PROTECTION FOR HOMEBUYERS
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House notes with concern the problems homebuyers have experienced with developers including Persimmon Homes, Jones Homes, Taylor Wimpey, Bellway and others which have left many homeowners with unsafe and uninhabitable properties; expresses concern at the inadequate response by these developers when they are made aware of these problems; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018
THE REFILL SCHEME
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Refill Scheme, a national tap water campaign which identifies registered refill stations where members of the public can fill up a reusable bottle with free tap water in order to reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles; notes that, in the UK, 11,000 plastic bottles …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th September 2018
FULL FUNDING OF TEACHERS' PAY AWARD
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House calls on the Government to meet the full cost to schools of the pay increases to teachers announced by the Government in response to the recommendations of the School Teachers' Review Body; recognises that the vast majority of school budgets have faced real-terms budget cuts over the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th September 2018
US-UK FULBRIGHT COMMISSION 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Greg Knight (Conservative - East Yorkshire)
That this House notes that 22 September 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the treaty which established the US-UK Fulbright Commission, responsible for delivering the Fulbright awards to American and British grantees; recognises the achievement of the US-UK programme which has seen more than 12,750 UK nationals …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
10th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th September 2018
IRANIAN ATTACK ON CAMP INSIDE THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House strongly condemns the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corp's bombardment of an Iranian Kurdish refugee and political camp in Koya, which is within the borders of the officially recognised Kurdistan Region in Iraq and 200km from Iran; notes that the six ground-to-ground missiles accompanied by a drone were designed …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th September 2018
SUICIDE AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House on Suicide Awareness Day extends sincere sympathy to every home that has been touched by the loss of a loved one through suicide; notes that Northern Ireland has seen the loss of more people from suicide after the Belfast Agreement than through the troubles themselves; further notes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
10th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th September 2018
WORLD ALZHEIMER'S MONTH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises World Alzheimer's Month puts on record thanks to all of those involved in its research to provide a cure and wishes them every success in its research; calls upon the Department for Health and Social Care to continue to fund and assist universities and bodies that …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
6th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th September 2018
DEPORTATION OF KWEKU ADOBOLI
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House notes with concern the Home Office's decision to deport Kweku Adoboli from the UK; recognises that Kweku has lived in the UK since he was 12 years old and has worked and resided in the country for the last 26 years; further notes the good work that …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
100 HEROINES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
That this House recognises the work of The Royal Photographic Society in initiating its Hundred Heroines: Celebrating Women in Photography Today campaign, which is an international campaign to highlight inspirational women in photography on the centenary year of women's suffrage and redefine the status of women in contemporary photography; recognises …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
MERCHANT NAVY DAY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that 3 September 2018 was Merchant Navy Day to honour the brave men and women who kept our island nation afloat during both World Wars and to mark our dependence on modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for 95 per cent of the UK's imports; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
SIR JAMES MARTIN AND THE EJECTOR SEAT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the phenomenal invention by County Down man Sir James Martin which was tested in 1946 and resulted in the world's first ejector seat that has saved thousands of lives world-wide; notes that a statue of the inventor has been unveiled at the Higher Denham Headquarters near …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
YEMEN PEACE TALKS 6 SEPTEMBER 2018
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the efforts made by Martin Griffiths, the UN Special Envoy to Yemen in convening peace talks in Geneva beginning on 6 September 2018; notes that 22.2 million Yemenis countrywide are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance and that nine million are on the brink of famine; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the decision of the US Administration to end its funding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), which amounts to a reduction of nearly a third of UNRWA's operating budget; believes that such a move takes the Middle East further away from …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
YOUTH SERVICES
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House acknowledges the importance of youth services as a vital component of lifelong learning and civil society; notes that youth work provides many opportunities to support and extend the formal education curriculum, raises self esteem, promotes the development of communication skills and helps young people explore boundaries between …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
HOME HEMODIALYSIS
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House notes there are currently over 63,000 people in the UK who have renal replacement therapy (RRT), a treatment which replaces nonendocrine kidney function in patients with renal failure, and over 28,000 receive dialysis every year, putting further pressure on an already overstretched NHS; recognises that, according to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
24th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th September 2018
ISRAEL'S NATION STATE LAW
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House notes with concern the Nation State Law passed in the Israeli Knesset by just 62 votes to 55; further notes this law enshrines the concept that Israel is the nation-state of the Jewish people as a basic law and alters the application of the Basic Law on …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 4th September 2018
SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN'S HOSPICES IN ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House notes that across England, 40,000 babies,·children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions rely on palliative care to enhance their quality of life, manage symptoms and provide their families with much needed help and rest; expects demand for children's palliative care to grow as the number …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
UNLOCKED GRADUATES CHARITY
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House applauds the pioneering work of the charity, Unlocked Graduates, which aims to bring high-calibre graduate talent into the prison service; notes that participants in the charity's two-year programme serve as prison officers while working towards a fully-funded master's degree in Leadership and Custodial Environments; believes that the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
TERMINAL ILLNESS AND BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes with concern that many people with terminal illnesses who are expected to live longer than six months cannot claim for benefits under the special rules due to the Department of Work and Pensions' definition of terminal illness which states that eligibility is dependent on whether the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
NELSON MANDELA SCOTTISH MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that 18 July 2018 is the centenary of the birth of the great Nelson Mandela, and sends its best wishes to millions in South Africa and around the world for Mandela Day; further notes that Mandela Day is an opportunity to remember the role played by …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
THAILAND RESCUE (NO.2)
Tabled by:
Stephen Kerr (Conservative - Stirling)
That this House recognises the efforts of the divers who risked their lives to save 12 boys and their football coach from a cave in Northern Thailand; notes that the boys were first found by Britons John Volanthen and Richard Stanton, who are recognised as two of the best cave …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
12th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
OPERATION CHIVE
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the work of Operation Chive (Counselling, Help, Information, Volunteer, Exchange); thanks the group of Financial Advisers who travelled from across the country to give up their time and knowledge, free of charge, to help the steelworkers of Port Talbot avoid pension mis-selling; pays tribute to this …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
12th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
WORLD CUP 2018
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the achievements of Gareth Southgate and his England team in reaching the semi-final of the World Cup; encourages the Football Associations of Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland to aspire to the same level of skill, ambition and tenacity of small nation Croatia in reaching a World …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
12th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
THAI CAVE RESCUE
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House welcomes the successful rescue of the football team and coach from the Tham Luang Nang Non cave in Thailand; pays tribute to the work of the rescue team comprised of military and volunteer divers, particularly the seven British divers involved in the rescue, two of whom initially …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
12th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
80 YEARS OF THE BEANO
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Dundee publisher DC Thomson on its exhibition to celebrate 80 years of its iconic comic magazine, The Beano; commends Beano Studios and The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum's fantastic wheeze to join forces and rename Dundee's historic McManus Galleries in Dundee, the McMenace for the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th July 2018
COUNTRYFILE 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Countryfile on reaching its 30th anniversary; notes the tremendous cross-section of agri-life that is displayed in such a wonderful way in each programme; and thanks all those involved in this excellent and informative production which gives the people of the UK such pleasure.
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th July 2018
FOREIGN NATIONAL VISAS IN THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House expresses concern over reports that the Israeli Government is increasingly refusing to renew the residency permits and visas of foreign nationals who live and work in the Palestinian Territories; affirms the view that foreign nationals must be granted access to visit, travel and live in the Palestinian …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
NEW MEDICINE FOR NEUROBLASTOMA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the decision by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to recommend dinutuximab beta for the treatment of children with high-risk neuroblastoma; praises the collaborative and flexible approach of all parties including NICE, EUSA Pharma, Solving Kids' Cancer, Neuroblastoma UK, the Children's Cancer and …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
60 YEARS IN EXILE - DALAI LAMA OF TIBET
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet on his 83rd birthday this year; acknowledge his positive contribution to humanity with his unwavering message of compassion and promotion of human values; recognises that his message of peace, compassion and nonviolence has resonated throughout the world, bridged divides …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th July 2018
PRE-STUNNING AND ANIMAL SLAUGHTER
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that there is public concern about meat slaughtered in accordance with religious beliefs and thus not been pre-stunned, being sold or served to consumers who do not require their meat to be prepared in this way; further recognises that there are calls for such meat to …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Crossbench: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
17th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th July 2018
SUNDAY POLITICS PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House notes the recently-made decision by the BBC to cancel the Sunday Politics television show in its current form and the wider cuts made to the news and current affairs section as a result of wider savings the Corporation is undertaking; recognises the importance of high-quality journalism to …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th 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
16th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th July 2018
INDETERMINATE SENTENCE FOR PUBLIC PROTECTION PRISONERS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House expresses concern that too many men and women are trapped in the prison system with no fair prospect of release under the discredited indeterminate sentence for public protection which was abolished six years ago; expresses further concern that over 1,000 people who were released were recalled to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th July 2018
FLAME-POWERED SKY LANTERNS
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is concerned that sky lanterns, also known as Chinese lanterns, pose a serious fire safety hazard due to their uncontrolled and unpredictable flight paths, and are dangerous to livestock, crops and the environment; notes that fire and rescue services across the country oppose the mass release of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
4th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th July 2018
CYSTIC FIBROSIS TRUST CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House commends the efforts of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in campaigning for access to the precision medicine Orkambi; recognises that the campaign has been ongoing for nearly three years; further recognises the urgency of the situation as every month that passes is critical for people with cystic fibrosis; …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 14
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th July 2018
DEFINING ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House recognises that the Macpherson inquiry which followed the murder of Stephen Lawrence changed the way racism is perceived in Britain to a victim-led approach; believes that in order for victims or potential victims of racist abuse to have confidence in societal efforts to address discrimination they must …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2018
37 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th July 2018
UNREST AND VIOLENCE IN NICARAGUA
Tabled by:
Mike Gapes (The Independent Group for Change - Ilford South)
That this House is very concerned by continuing violence in Nicaragua which has claimed the lives of over 300 people, further to on-going protests and unrest which began in April 2018 against alleged state land grabs, now-abandoned reforms to the national social security system proposed by the Government of President …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th July 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House recognises the invaluable contribution Colombian human rights lawyers make to advocate for victims' rights, justice, truth, and accountability within the context of the armed conflict; supports the Peace Agreement between the Colombian Government and the FARC, as signed in Havana, Cuba in November 2016; welcomes and encourages …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th July 2018
30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PIPER ALPHA DISASTER
Tabled by:
Alex Cunningham (Labour - Stockton North)
That this House notes with sadness the 30th anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster which claimed the lives of 167 offshore workers on 6 July 1988; extends a message of condolence and support to the families, friends and workmates affected by this profound and enduring loss; further notes that Lord …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th July 2018
BOUNCY CASTLE SAFETY
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House pays tribute to the young children who have sadly lost their life while playing on bouncy castles; notes the very negative effects that severe weather conditions can have on these inflatables; is aware of the case in Harlow in Summer 2016 where a young child tragically lost …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th July 2018
SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY-LED HOUSING PROJECTS WITHIN HOUSING LEGISLATION
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House expresses support for the creation of legislative exemptions for community-led housing projects within proposed housing measures that would unnecessarily hinder their progress; acknowledges the specific needs such housing schemes require within the law in order to be successful; and considers their creation a legitimate potential solution to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th July 2018
OPPOSITION TO ONGOING SUPPRESSION OF FREEDOM OF SPEECH IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House is concerned with the ongoing suppression of freedom of speech in Egypt, with the crackdown on access to social media, the curtailment of democratic rights and the detention of human rights defender, Amal Fathy, for voicing her experiences of sexual harassment; notes ongoing failings by the Egyptian …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd July 2018
HELICOPTER PILOTS DURING THE TROUBLES IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House thanks the helicopter pilots who operated during the Troubles in Northern Ireland; recognises their courage and dedication to the job of providing support and back up for soldiers on the ground at the coal face of acts of terrorism against them; and further acknowledges the vital role …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
3rd July 2018
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
MICROPLASTIC POLLUTION
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes with concern that microplastic pollution is potentially more environmentally damaging than larger pieces of plastic because small pieces of plastic are more likely to be eaten by wildlife and have a greater surface area which can transfer chemicals to and from the marine environment; welcomes the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd July 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 2nd July 2018
QUALIFICATION OF WOMEN ACT 1918
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House notes that 21 November 2018 will be the centenary of the Qualification of Women Act when women were first allowed to stand for Parliament; recognises that this is a great cause for celebration, being a considerable step forward for British democracy; further notes that over the last …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
ROYAL FLEET AUXILIARY FLEET SOLID SUPPORT SHIPS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House regrets the decision by the Government to tender the contract for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Fleet Solid Support ships internationally; contends that these vessels should be treated as warships given the expectation that they will be armed with Phalanx close-range guns and other weaponry; recognises the practice …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd July 2018
LEARIE CONSTANTINE
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with deep respect, gratitude and sadness the anniversary on 1 July of the death of Learie, Baron Constantine, barrister, politician, broadcaster, campaigner against racial discrimination and cricketing legend; further notes that Baron Constantine served both on the Race Relations Board and, through his pioneering legal case …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th June 2018
700TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONSECRATION OF ST ANDREWS CATHEDRAL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes that 5 July 2018 will mark the 700th anniversary of the consecration of St Andrews Cathedral that took place after 150 years of construction; considers the important role that the Cathedral has played in Scotland's history with the consecration coming just four years after the battle …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
26th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th June 2018
COMMUTATION OF ANNUITIES
Tabled by:
Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Daily Mail's Unlock our Pensions campaign; notes that the Government proposed in March 2015 to extend pensions freedoms to existing annuity holders, by introducing a secondary market for commutation to be introduced in 2017; acknowledges that in October 2016 the Government announced …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
CONTINUED DETENTION OF NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE IN IRAN (NO. 2)
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern for the arbitrary detention of dual nationals in Iran from the UK and other nations; stands in solidarity with recent petitions in the European Parliament, US Congress and Canadian Parliament echoing concerns for the treatment of dual nationals imprisoned in Iran; further expresses particular concern …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
GAY HUSSAR RESTAURANT SOHO
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House regrets the decision of Corus Hotels to close the Gay Hussar restaurant in Greek Street, Soho, London; recalls that for over 65 years this London dining landmark has hosted generations of politicians, journalists, cartoonists and bon vivants of all descriptions; further recalls that the Gay Hussar has …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
DETENTION OF DUAL-NATIONALS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern for the arbitrary detention of dual-nationals in Iran from the UK and other nations; stands in solidarity with recent petitions in the European Parliament, US Congress and Canadian Parliament echoing concerns for the treatment of dual-nationals imprisoned in Iran; expresses particular concern regarding the case …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
25th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
MANDATORY FORTIFICATION OF FLOUR WITH FOLIC ACID
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes the intake of folic acid has been proven to reduce the number of pregnancies affected by neural tube defects, of which spina bifida is the most common; recognises that at least 81 countries fortify flour with folic acid, including the US, Canada and Australia, and not …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
21st June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
MEDICINAL CANNABIS
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House welcomes the decision made by the Home Secretary on 16 June 2018 to provide a temporary licence to Billy Caldwell; notes that it was given on the basis of emergency medical need; further notes that it calls into question the rationality of cannabis being assigned to schedule …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
BACKDATING PIP FOR YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House is aware that around 4,000 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer every year; recognises that young people must spend an average £360 a month extra during active cancer treatment, while families of children with cancer travel an additional 440 miles per month to access specialist …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 25th June 2018
IMPLEMENTATION OF £2 STAKE ON FIXED ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House welcomes the Government's decision to cut the stake on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals to £2; acknowledges that a £2 stake is now supported by parties across this House; notes that a reduced stake will greatly improve the lives of problem and at-risk gamblers, as well as their …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 7
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
GYPSY TRAVELLER AND ROMA HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House celebrates the value of the Gypsy Traveller and Roma Community through Gypsy Traveller and Roma History month; expresses its grave concern at the statements of the Foreign Minister of Italy regarding deporting en-masse the Roma community of Italy; and calls on the Secretary of State for Foreign …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 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
20th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY (NO.2)
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Biology on organising this 2018's Parliamentary Links Day on 26 June on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of Science and the Industrial Strategy; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving the access …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st June 2018
CLOSURE OF FREE TO USE ATMS
Tabled by:
Ged Killen (Labour (Co-op) - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that LINK, the manager of the UK's free-to-use ATM network, proposes to cut the interchange rate fee the method by which ATMs are funded, by 20 per cent over the next four years; further notes that the first five per cent cut is to be implemented …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
20th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st June 2018
GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART AND O2 ABC FIRE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House expresses deep regret and sadness at the devastating fire which severely damaged the Glasgow School of Art and the O2 ABC music menu on the evening of 15 June 2018; pays tribute to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland, the Salvation Army, and all who …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th June 2018
SEAFARERS AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes Seafarers Awareness Week 2018, 23 to 30 June 2018, and its theme of UK maritime employment opportunities; recognises the socioeconomic and strategic value of the UK's traditional role as a centre of maritime employment, training and skills; further welcomes the 18 per cent growth in the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th June 2018
RESIDENTIAL LEASEHOLD CAPITALISATION RATE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House and Governent take action to fix the capitalisation rate at eight per cent in claims brought by residential leaseholders to buy freeholds and to extend residential leases in order to guarantee that the prices paid to freeholders are fair and proportionate and to remove the excessive costs, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
19th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th June 2018
RESIDENTIAL LEASEHOLD GROUND RENTS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House and Government take action to rectify the onerous ground rent situation that causes leaseholders to have to overpay to purchase their properties suffering unreasonable and unethical ground rents introduced by developers over the last 10 years rendering their properties unsaleable at reasonable prices; and further calls on …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
18th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th June 2018
UKRAINIAN TRADES UNIONS AND ARCELORMITTAL
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House is deeply concerned by the situation in Ukraine, with continued social inequality, hoarding of wealth by oligarchs, the burden of debt to the west and difficulties caused by Russian aggression; welcomes the united campaign for justice for working people by the Ukrainian trades union movement in the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th June 2018
KILLING OF CHRISTIAN MINORITIES IN MYANMAR'S KACHIN PROVINCE
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House condemns severely the persecution and systemic killing of Christian minorities in Myanmar's Kachin province by the Myanmar military and government militias; calls on Aung San Suu Kyi to pursue a ceasefire and ensure the safety of those threatened with persecution and displacement, which since April 2018 has …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
14th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th June 2018
RECYCLING OF PAPER COFFEE AND TEA CUPS
Tabled by:
Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House welcomes the recycling initiative for paper coffee and tea cups launched by the Paper Cup Alliance, Alliance for Beverage Cartons and the Environment and the wider supply chain in January 2018; notes the industry's ambition to create a Great Britain-wide collection infrastructure and the scheme's recent expansion …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
14th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th June 2018
FREEDOM OF RELIGION OR BELIEF
Tabled by:
Caroline Spelman (Conservative - Meriden)
That this House commends the Secretary of State for International Development for exhibiting British artist Hannah Rose Thomas' portraits, entitled Yezidi Women: Isis Survivors in the atrium of her Department; welcomes the prospect of portraits of Rohingya refugees joining them; and recognises that such artwork captures the personal stories of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th June 2018
ADVANCE CARE PLANNING
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes the publication of Macmillan Cancer Support's new report Missed Opportunities, that examines the role Advance Care Planning (ACP) can play in ensuring that a dying person's wishes are met; understands that there are many barriers that can prevent health and social care professionals initiating conversations about …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
13th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th June 2018
SUPPORTING DISABLED CHILDREN IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the horrors of the ongoing civil war in Syria that has killed over 300,000 civilians and displaced millions of Syrian citizens including children; acknowledges forthcoming research from Syria Relief, which has identified over 10,000 Syrian children with disabilities; notes the report found that out of the …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
12th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th June 2018
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FISHERMEN'S ORGANISATIONS
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes the role of National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations in representing the fishing industry in England, Wales and Northern Ireland; supports their Fair Fishing campaign that aims to revive coastal communities and build the fishing industry for future generations; acknowledges their members' commitment to sustainability; and calls …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th June 2018
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MASSACRE OF ELIM MISSIONARIES IN THE VUMBA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers and honours the memory of Elim missionaries Peter and Sandra McCann and their children Philip and Joy, Philip and Susanne Evans and their daughter Rebecca, Roy and Joyce Lynn and their daughter Pamela Grace and Wendy White, Catherine Picken and Mary Fisher who were slaughtered during …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
22nd May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th June 2018
BANNING A24 TRAPS THAT KILL HEDGEHOGS
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House cherishes hedgehogs as a valuable part of native British wildlife and their contribution in controlling populations of slugs and snails in gardens; welcomes their designation as a protected species; is very concerned at the findings of the 2018 report, entitled The State of British Hedgehogs, that hedgehog …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
11th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th June 2018
CRICKET SCOTLAND AND VICTORY AGAINST ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Cricket Team on its historic victory over England at the One-Day International at the Grange in Edinburgh; notes that this was a great team performance but highlights Calum MacLeod's contribution, in particular recording 140 runs from 94 balls; welcomes the fact that this result, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th June 2018
HEALTH INEQUALITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND AUTISM
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the health inequalities that exist for people with learning disabilities and autism, including inequalities in primary healthcare; understands that health inequalities lead to reduced life expectancy for people with learning disabilities and autism; welcomes learning disability and autism provider Dimensions' campaign #MyGPandMe to encourage the use …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th June 2018
TELEVISION GAMBLING ADVERTISING
Tabled by:
Anne Main (Conservative - St Albans)
That this House is concerned about the level of problem gambling in the UK; believes that the level of gambling advertising on television is unacceptable and needs to be addressed; notes that gambling advertising is permitted during televised sporting events during the day when many children may be watching; and …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
5th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th June 2018
POST OFFICE COUNTER SERVICE IN MEMBERS' LOBBY
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House greatly values the service, over decades, of the Post Office counter staff in the Members' Lobby Post Office; views with concern the proposal to shut down the counter service in that Office; regrets that hon. Members have not had this properly drawn to their attention; acknowledges that …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th June 2018
RAIL FARES CONSULTATION
Tabled by:
Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham)
That this House welcomes the Rail Delivery Group and Transport Focus' joint commitment to making rail fares easier to use for rail customers; notes that existing regulations, which have remained unchanged since the mid-1990s, have resulted in a confusing and overly complicated fares and ticketing system; further notes that the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
4th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th June 2018
VOLUNTEER WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates Volunteer Week 2018, which runs from 1 to 7 June, and commends the huge contribution that volunteers make to our society; recognises that volunteering contributes more than £22 billion to the UK economy, around 1.2% of GDP, and that in 2016-17 19.8 million people volunteered at …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
4th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th June 2018
CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TUC
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House congratulates and celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the world's first TUC being founded on 2 June 1868 at the headquarters of the Manchester Mechanics Institute; commends the dedication of trades unionists across the UK who have collectively contributed to the success and …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th June 2018
SCAMS AWARENESS MONTH 2018
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Scams Awareness Month 2018, an annual coalition campaign bringing together organisations across the UK such as Citizens' Advice, Trading Standards and the police, to take a united stand against scams and fraud; understands that scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and although scammers target some groups of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd May 2018
IMPRISONMENT OF TIBETAN LANGUAGE ACTIVIST
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House condemns the sentence of five years imprisonment from the Chinese Authorities for Tibetan language activist Tashi Wangchuk; notes that human rights groups, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned the sentence; further notes that Tashi Wangchuk has peacefully and consistently advocated for rights for the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd May 2018
POINTS OF LIGHT AWARD FOR DRUGS IN BREASTMILK HELPLINE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the announcement that Dr Wendy Jones, founder of the Breastfeeding Network's Drugs in Breastmilk helpline, has received a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister's Office; understands that the Drugs in Breastmilk helpline, which was established by Dr Jones over 20 years ago, helps over …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd May 2018
UAE FORCES ON THE ISLAND OF SOCOTRA
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds Central and Headingley)
That this House recognises the sovereignty of the Republic of Yemen over the Island of Socotra, Yemen; notes that Socotra is home to tens of thousands of Yemeni civilians and a unique biosphere with a host of Unesco-protected plants and animals and is one of four Yemeni sites on the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd May 2018
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND LACK OF CONCILIATION AT ACAS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that the members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) working for the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) face unmanageable workloads and steps to downgrade other aspects of their work; considers it ironic that the very service responsible for mediating disputes about workplace relations …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st May 2018
48 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st May 2018
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA AND BIPHOBIA
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT); understands that the date of 17 May was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization's decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder; believes that IDAHOT unites the LGBTI community against discrimination and highlights …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 21st May 2018
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA AND BIPHOBIA (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House recognises 17 May as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia; highlights the significance of marking this day to raise awareness of the persecution, discrimination and violence faced by many LGBT people around the world; notes that in 37 of the 53 Commonwealth countries homosexuality is illegal, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
17th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st May 2018
BASQUE PEACE PROCESS
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House welcomes the International Event to Advance in the Resolution of the Conflict in the Basque Country which took place on 4 May 2018 in Kanbo, Cambo-les-Bains and the resulting Arnaga Declaration; agrees that the dissolution of ETA is a positive step towards a lasting and just peace …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
16th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th May 2018
PCS UNION REPORT - AN ALTERNATIVE VISION FOR PRISONS
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes the new report, An Alternative Vision for Prisons, from the Public and Commercial Services union which draws on its members' experience of working in prisons; further notes the report's recommendations for strengthening the purpose of prisons as places of reform and rehabilitation to help offenders turn …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th May 2018
MCDONALD'S AND TAX TRANSPARENCY
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House House welcomes the publication of the Unhappier Meal report by a coalition of European and US trades unions detailing tax avoidance strategies pursued by the global fast food corporation McDonald's, which saw global sales reach $90 billion in 2017 alone; notes that the company's 2015 reorganisation saw …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th May 2018
70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NAKBA
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House notes that 15 May 2018 marks 70 years since the Nakba catastrophe in which more than 750,000 Palestinians fled or were expelled from their homes; further notes that Palestinian refugees' right of return as recognised by UN Resolution 194 has been blocked by successive Israeli governments; notes …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th May 2018
FEES FOR REGISTERING CHILDREN AS BRITISH CITIZENS
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House believes that tens of thousands of children born and living in the UK and entitled to register as British citizens under the British Nationality Act 1981 are nevertheless undocumented and therefore unable to acces public services, social security, private rented accommodation, the labour market and many other …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
14th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th May 2018
CLEANING PRODUCTS SAFETY
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes research by the Department of Clinical Science at Bergen University which shows that exposure to some cleaning products can be as damaging to lung function as smoking 20 cigarettes a day; further notes the occupational health risks faced by people who work as cleaners; expresses dissatisfaction …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th May 2018
LEAH SHARIBU'S KIDNAPPING BY BOKO HARAM
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that the al-Barnawi faction of Boko Haram has returned 104 of the 110 girls they had abducted on 19 February 2018 from the Government Girls Science and Technical College in Dapchi, Yobe State and wishes these young ladies every success in rebuilding the life that they …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
8th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th May 2018
ME AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Week from 6 to 12 May 2018, which aims to highlight the impact this invisible illness has on 250,000 people across the UK; recognises the fantastic work campaigners and charities are doing to highlight ME as a physical condition which is not …
139 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 35
Conservative: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th May 2018
ABORTION CLINIC BUFFER ZONES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the persistent harassment, intimidation and targeting of people accessing and providing healthcare services at abortion clinics and pregnancy advisory bureaux; further notes repeated instances of women and staff being approached, recorded without their consent, followed and given false information about medical procedures; endorses the …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th May 2018
INTERIM REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT
Tabled by:
Luciana Berger (Liberal Democrat - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House welcomes the publication of the interim report of the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act; notes with concern that there are over 45,000 detentions under the Mental Health Act every year, that detentions rose 47 per cent in the decade to 2015-16 and that Black African …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
1st May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st May 2018
LOSS OF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE COVERAGE ON FREE TO AIR TELEVISION
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House is concerned that from next season there will be no football UEFA Champions League or Europa League highlights on any of the major free to air channels in the UK; notes that UEFA have decided to sell the rights exclusively to pay television providers in an increasing …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st May 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st May 2018
REFERRAL OF BURMA TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Stepney)
That this House expresses concern that Min Aung Hlaing, Commander in Chief of the Burmese military, has paid no real price for the military offensive against the Rohingya which began in August 2017; notes that around 700,000 Rohingya have been forced to flee to Bangladesh, joining the more than 300,000 …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st May 2018
ADVERTISING OF FREE BETS
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House believes that free bets offered by gambling companies are designed to lock people into gambling as a result of the requirement to provide deposit cash, bank and credit card details and personal details to gain access to those bets; notes that the advertising of free bets encourages …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st May 2018
THE RIGHT HON. LORD MICHAEL MARTIN OF SPRINGBURN AND PORT DUNDAS
Tabled by:
Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House expresses its deep regret and sadness at the death of the right hon. Lord Michael Martin of Springburn and Port Dundas; recognises that Michael had diligently represented the communities in the north-east of Glasgow as a Councillor and hon. Member for over three decades, spanning seven general …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
27th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
JUDICIAL PROCESS AND COLOMBIA PEACE AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House notes with concern that Congressman-Elect Jesus Santrich of the Peoples' Alternative Revolutionary Force has been on hunger strike since his arrest on 9 April 2018 on allegations of conspiring to traffic drugs; welcomes the statement by the UN Verification Mission in Colombia outlining that the Special Jurisdiction …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th April 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes with alarm grave on-going human rights violations in the Philippines; deplores public attacks and threats made by President Duterte on people attempting to gather evidence about such abuses; further notes with concern the petition submitted by the Philippine Department of Justice listing more than 600 people, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
COHABITEES ENTITLEMENT TO BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT
Tabled by:
Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House calls for reform to extend Bereavement Support Payment to people who were cohabiting but were not married or in a civil partnership; considers that the current position is manifestly unfair and ignores the reality of modern day Britain where cohabiting couples account for approximately one in five …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
ANGLOPHONE CRISIS IN CAMEROON
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House condemns the violence and state oppression imposed by the Government of Cameroon in the Anglophone regions of the country; highlights with regret that over 20,000 refugees from Cameroon have been registered by the UNHCR in their camps across the border in Nigeria; acknowledges reports that an estimated …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th April 2018
WINDRUSH 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House notes that 22 June 2018 will be the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks carrying passengers from the Caribbean; further notes with gratitude that many Windrush passengers had previously served in the UK armed forces during the Second World War; …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th April 2018
20th ANNIVERSARY OF REFUGEE WEEK
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House celebrates the 20th anniversary of Refugee Week which lasts from 18 to 24 June 2018; notes that the refugee crisis has uprooted almost 50 million children from their homes who are now vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and trafficking; further celebrates this year's message for Refugee Week, Different …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
17th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th April 2018
EXPANDING ACCESS TO RETIREMENT INTEREST-ONLY MORTGAGES
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House welcomes the decision of the Financial Conduct Authority to recognise retirement interest-only mortgages as standard mortgages; recognises that as a population we are living longer; is concerned that the actions of mortgage lenders may threaten elderly homeowners holding interest-only mortgages with repossession once they reach the age …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
17th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th April 2018
DEMOLITION PLANS IN KHAN AL-AHMAR VILLAGE IN THE WEST BANK
Tabled by:
Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern the upcoming Israeli High Court hearing on 25 April 2018 on the demolition of buildings in the village of Khan al-Ahmar in the West Bank; condemns those plans and the impact they will have on communities in the occupied Palestinian territories; believes that the …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd April 2018
GAMBLING AND CREDIT CARDS
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls on the Government to implement a total ban on the use of credit cards for all forms of gambling, online gambling in particular; further calls on the Government to understand that gambling in all its forms can destroy the lives of the people addicted to it …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
17th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th April 2018
RIBBON OF POPPIES PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stephen Kerr (Conservative - Stirling)
That this House supports the aim of the Ribbon of Poppies project to plant poppies throughout the UK to act as a living memorial to all those who gave their lives in the service of their country in the First World War; commends the organisers of the project for their …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018
NATIONAL SIKH AWARENESS AND HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Seema Malhotra (Labour (Co-op) - Feltham and Heston)
That this House extends congratulations to Sikhs celebrating Vaisakhi in the UK and around the world; notes that 14 April marks Vaisakhi and the founding of Khalsa in 1699 by the 10th Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh; further notes that Gurdwaras across the UK have organised Nagar Kirtan …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 11
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
HOUSING AND LONDON'S GREEN BELT
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House notes with concern the housing crisis faced across the country; recognises London and its surrounding areas as the region with the highest rate of housing need; acknowledges the value in much of the Green Belt that prevents urban sprawl or offers vital environmental protections but considers the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
VIOLENCE AGAINST PROTESTORS IN GAZA
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is gravely concerned by recent developments on the Israel-Gaza border and the killing and injuring of Palestinian protestors; affirms the right to peaceful protest and the right to freedom of expression; deplores the actions of those who seek to exploit peaceful protests to engage in violence; notes …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY CONSULTATION ON THE FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY AND SMEs
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the progress of discussions on the financial services industry involving the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HM Treasury and small and medium-sized enterprises; welcomes the current FCA review and launch of the CP18-3 consultation paper following the backbench business debate on RBS Global Restructuring Group held on …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
S4C REVIEW DEBATE
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with concern the publication and subsequent recommendations of the independent review into S4C; highlights the removal of S4C's direct public funding, resulting in the broadcaster having to rely on the licence fee which is both administered and governed by the BBC; raises concerns therefore of editorial …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
ATMS IN CASINOS
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House calls for a total ban on ATMs in casinos; believes that the current restriction, whereby ATMs in casinos are located away from gaming machines so that a customer who wishes to use an ATM is required to cease gambling in order to do so, is not sufficient …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
WAITROSE AND DISPOSABLE CUPS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the decision of Waitrose to remove disposable cups from its stores; recognises the increased efforts to reduce the amount of plastic used for its products; notes the reduction in cost for councils to clear coffee cup litter from the streets; further notes the environmental benefits of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th April 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
WARSAW GHETTO UPRISING - 75th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising, from 19 April to 16 May 1943; notes that after Germany invaded Poland in September 1939, more than 440,000 Jews were confined to just 1.3 square miles of Warsaw, sealed in by a wall patrolled by armed guards; …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
29th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
STOP THE CREDIT RIP-OFF CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House is aware of the Stop The Credit Rip-Off campaign, led by The Sun; notes that around seven million households turned to high-cost credit such as doorstep lenders or rent-to-own firms in 2017; further notes that the vast majority of those turning to such credit schemes are on …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th March 2018
ANNIVERSARY OF THE START OF THE 1984-85 MINERS' STRIKE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House remembers the start of the miners' strike in March 1984 when five pits were announced for closure as part of the Government's restructuring of the coal industry; acknowledges the hardship and struggle endured by the miners and their families who faced losing their livelihoods; notes that the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2018
8 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
26th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 27th March 2018
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS REPORT ON SOLVENT ABUSE
Tabled by:
Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour - Delyn)
That this House notes the Office for National Statistics report, Deaths related to volatile substances and helium in Great Britain: 2001 to 2016 registrations, which highlights that deaths from solvent abuse has risen; further notes that volatile substance abuse deaths was most common in those aged 20 to 39 years …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th March 2018
FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL DAY, 4 MAY 2018
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK on Firefighters' Memorial Day, on 4 May 2018, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the 2,524 colleagues who have lost their life in the line of duty; extends its sympathies, especially on this memorial day, to all the bereaved families of …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 65
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 17
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
19th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 26th March 2018
NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE: NAMING AND SHAMING OF NON-COMPLIANT EMPLOYERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to come down hard on businesses that breach the National Minimum Wage; notes that a key plank of the Government's efforts to both raise awareness and discourage such breaches is the naming and shaming of non-compliant businesses by the Department for Business, Energy …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st March 2018
REVERAND JAN AND LINDA STEYN UK CITIZENSHIP REFUSAL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House is concerned about the decision by the Home Office to refuse UK citizenship to Reverend Jan Steyn and his wife Linda Steyn of Cupar, Fife; notes that after five years of dutiful service to Cupar St John’s and Dairsie United Parish Church of Scotland as minister for …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th March 2018
COUNCILLOR GURPAL VIRDI, THE POLICE AND THE CPS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House calls for an inquiry into the investigations and prosecution decisions that preceded the acquittal of retired Metropolitan Police Sergeant Councillor Gurpal Virdi, to establish how there could be a trial without evidence from PC Markwick and PC Mady, how PC Makins could be a prosecution witness when …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
15th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th March 2018
STEM FOR BRITAIN 2018
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes the highly successful STEM for BRITAIN event held in the House on 12 March 2018 under the auspices of the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee; further notes the astonishingly high quality of research displayed; expresses its thanks for the organisations that made this event possible and also …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
TREATMENT OF PATRAS AND SAJID MASIH BY PAKISTANI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is deeply shocked by the severe physical beating of a Pakistani Christian teenager Patras Masih, and his cousin Sajid Masih, by the Federal Investigation Authority (FIA) officers, who were supposed to be carrying out forensic checks of their mobile phones, after an alleged act of blasphemy; is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
14th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the Department of Health and Social Care task and finish working group report on brain tumour research which seeks to increase the level and impact of brain tumour research and congratulates that group on its on progress to date; further notes that brain tumours are indiscriminate …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th March 2018
BACK PAY FOR SLEEP-IN RESIDENTIAL WORKERS CRISIS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes the back pay crisis facing sleep-in workers in the social care sector has yet to be resolved and mandates immediate attention with many service providers facing a huge liability which could strip them of resources for vital support services offered by charity providers or render them …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
RUSSIA'S POISONING OF SERGEI AND YULIA SKRIPAL
Tabled by:
Lord Walney (Crossbench - Barrow and Furness)
That this House unequivocally accepts the Russian state's culpability for the poisoning of Yulia and Sergei Skripal in Salisbury using the illegal novichok nerve agent which has also led to the serious illness of Detective Sergeant Nick Bailey who went to their rescue, and to the possible poisoning of other …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 4
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
RESIDENCY RIGHTS OF PALESTINIANS IN EAST JERUSALEM
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House expresses concern that the Israeli Knesset has passed an amendment to the Entry Into Israel Law 1952 which gives the Interior Ministry unrestricted powers to revoke the residency of Palestinian Jerusalemites; condemns any and all violations of international humanitarian law, specifically the forcible transfer and deportation of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
THE ILLEGAL ORGANISATION OF THE RUSSIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IN UKRAINE
Tabled by:
John Grogan (Labour - Keighley)
That this House welcomes the address of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to the International Community regarding the organisation of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation in the Temporarily Occupied Areas of the Territory of Ukraine, the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the City of Sevastopol; notes that on …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th March 2018
SYRIA RELIEF
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises the work undertaken by Syria Relief in providing ground support in Syria, covering 48 schools in rebel held areas; praises the network of 1,700 Syria Relief workers who are inside Syria; further recognises that the lack of access to health facilities and supplies remains one of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th March 2018
ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FOR WASPI WOMEN LIVING IN THE EU
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that British women who are affected by the WASPI changes to state pension age for women, and who choose to retire in other EU countries, may not be eligible for healthcare in that country; notes that these women are UK citizens who paid UK …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th March 2018
BAN ON THE SALE AND USE OF SHOCK COLLARS FOR DOGS
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House welcomes the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ consultation on banning the use of electronic shock collars for training dogs and other domestic pets in England; recognises that legislation on this would ensure England has a similar ban to Scotland and Wales where the devolved Governments …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
13th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th March 2018
TB RESEARCH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS AND WORLD TB DAY ON 24 MARCH
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House recognises the ongoing research in the global fight against tuberculosis (TB) being undertaken by the Division of Infection and Global Health at the University of St Andrews School of Medicine; notes that poverty, public health infrastructure breakdown and the global HIV pandemic caused a major upsurge in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
12th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th March 2018
ACTIONS OF RUSSIA IN THE UK AND RUSSIA TODAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes with deep concern the allegations of Russian involvement in assassination attempts on UK soil, the illegal occupation of Crimea and Eastern Ukraine, the human rights record of the Russian Government and especially the treatment of journalists, and the use of Russia Today as a propaganda outlet …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th March 2018
BRAIN TUMOUR AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes that March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month across the UK; congratulates all brain tumours charities and their supporters for their activities to raise awareness of the disease; recognises that brain tumours are the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; congratulates The Brain Tumour …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
12th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 13th March 2018
COLOMBIAN CIVIL SOCIETY LEADER KILLINGS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House expresses concern and alarm at the ongoing killing of Colombian civil society leaders; 222 in the 15 months after the signing of the Colombian peace agreement and the murder of 38 former combatants of the FARC during the same period; is concerned about the climate for all …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th March 2018
ANNIVERSARY OF CHEMICAL ATTACK ON HALABJA
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House, in line with its decision of 28 February 2013 to formally recognise the genocide carried out against the Kurds in Iraq, marks the 30th anniversary of the chemical attack on the town of Halabja and the wider Anfal genocide; notes that up to 200,000 people were murdered …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th March 2018
LONG SERVICE RECOGNITION OF STAFF OF THE HOUSE
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House applauds the outstanding service given by the staff of the House; specifically recognises the dedication over 40 years by Phil Short, Les Stockwell, Mike King and Ron Lucken; notes that all four attended Scott Lidgett School in Drummond Road, Bermondsey in the same year together and began …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
7th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th March 2018
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 2018
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes that Remembrance Sunday 2018 falls on 11 November (Armistice Day), exactly 100 years since the guns fell silent; recognises that there is a prima facie case for a one-off retail closure across the UK on that day to enhance the peace and decorum inherent in Remembrance …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th March 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT SPLIT PAYMENTS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that the charities Women's Aid, Child Poverty Action Group, Surviving Economic Abuse and the Women's Budget Group have expressed concern regarding paying the combined universal credit payment of a couple into a single bank account; believes that paying recipient couples one joint payment, rather than individually, …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th March 2018
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2018 AND RECOGNITION OF ENSAF HAIDAR
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates International Women's Day which is marked on 8 March 2018; acknowledges that this day helps celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the world; recognises the role of the Saudi Arabian-Canadian human rights activist Ensaf Haidar, president of the Raif Badawi Foundation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th March 2018
CHANGING PLACES TOILETS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes the difficulty faced by disabled people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets in public places; understands the impact this has on the ability of many people to carry out day-to-day tasks outside of the home; is aware that Changing Places toilets would enable over …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th March 2018
CUT IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is shocked at the Iraqi decision to unilaterally reduce the budget share of the Kurdistan region from 17 per cent to 12.67 per cent of gross Iraqi revenues and far less in reality once often excessive sovereign spending is deducted; recognises that the long-standing agreement on the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th March 2018
VOICE OF THE FUTURE 2018
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 2018 on 13 March 2018 at the House 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 better understanding …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th March 2018
65 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2018
65 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th March 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018
WINTER STORMS AND THE EMERGENCY SERVICES
Tabled by:
Thelma Walker (Labour - Colne Valley)
That this House recognises the outstanding work of the dedicated emergency service workers and public sector workers who battled through recent heavy snow, and Storm Emma, to continue to provide invaluable care and support to communities; further recognises all the voluntary services and charities, such as mountain rescue teams, who …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
28th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th March 2018
SIMEON ANDREWS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Simeon Andrews, whose advice and assistance has proved invaluable to so many Labour movement comrades and Parliamentary colleagues; pays tribute to his success in creating and co-ordinating several union parliamentary groups and cross-party groups; notes his earlier achievements …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2018
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 5th March 2018
SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the lack of long-term support offered to victims of modern slavery; recognises the risk of victims being re-trafficked if they do not have a secure pathway to adequate levels of support, including a period of leave to remain; regrets the missed opportunities to convict more perpetrators …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 7
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
FREDERICK STARRETT AND JAMES CUMMINGS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 30th anniversary of the death of Frederick Starrett and James Cummings who were murdered by the IRA on 24 February 1988 and extends sincere and deepest sympathies to their families; thanks them for their service, commitment and sacrifice for the people of Northern Ireland; and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
YEAR OF ENGINEERING 2018
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes in the Year of Engineering the published findings from a report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers on how engineering is framed in secondary schools which shows that despite perceiving engineering as important, teachers, parents and pupils do not know what engineering entails; expresses concern that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th February 2018
SOCIAL MEDIA SERVICE PROVIDERS, CIVIL LIABILITY AND OVERSIGHT
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned by the failure of social media companies to remove hateful and illegal content spreading racism, antisemitism and other forms of discrimination; is further concerned that social media companies are benefitting from immunity from prosecution for failure to remove the content published on their platforms; notes …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
EATING DISORDERS AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Monday 26 February to Sunday 4 March 2018 is Eating Disorders Awareness Week; acknowledges the work done to highlight the condition; is concerned that on average almost three years elapses before help is sought; and commends the objective this year of the Why Wait? question …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th February 2018
CLIMATE-RELATED FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House recognises that the City of London plays a leading role in the global finance industry; welcomes initiatives designed to promote green finance, such as the Green Finance Taskforce; recognises that enabling financial flows through data and disclosure is important in upholding this status and meeting the goals …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th February 2018
GENDER-NEUTRAL SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House notes that the adoption of a gender-neutral school uniform policy creates an environment in which everyone is accepted and students are not labelled by the clothing they wear; welcomes the growing trend toward gender-neutral uniform policies; further welcomes that over 150 schools in the UK have already …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th February 2018
LIZZY YARNOLD AND THE 2018 OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES
Tabled by:
Michael Fallon (Conservative - Sevenoaks)
That this House congratulates Lizzy Yarnold from West Kingsdown near Sevenoaks on her magnificent success at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games; notes that this is the first time any British athlete has retained a Winter Olympic title; recognises that funding from the National Lottery and the UK Sport's Girls4Gold …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
21st February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 23rd February 2018
US POLICY ON ABORTION SERVICES OVERSEAS
Tabled by:
Baroness Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House notes that a year has passed since the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, otherwise known as the Mexico City Policy, by the US Administration; recognises that this expanded policy has started to have a devastating impact on access to reproductive health services in the developing world …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 23rd February 2018
IRISH CULTURAL CENTRE IN HAMMERSMITH
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House welcomes the spectacular resurrection of the Irish Cultural Centre in Hammersmith; applauds the Board of Directors and volunteers for their commitment to the local Irish community, determined to see Irish culture and history given a permanent home in the borough; recognises support given by the British-Irish Inter …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 23rd February 2018
NEW QUAY LIFEBOAT STATION
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House celebrates the 150 years of service of New Quay lifeboat station; recognises the incredible work which so many volunteer lifeboat crew, shore crew and others have carried out since the station was created in 1864; acknowledges the circumstances surrounding the New Quay lifeboat station's creation following the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st February 2018
SUPPORTED HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the important work of not for profit housing associations such as Midland Heart in providing essential supported housing for vulnerable people; further notes that the provision of vital services at short term supported housing schemes such as the Coventry Foyer is made possible through a funding …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
CHEWING GUM REMOVAL SCHEME
Tabled by:
Sandy Martin (Labour - Ipswich)
That this House notes the nuisance and unsightly blight imposed on streets throughout the UK by the careless disposal of chewing gum; further notes the extent of this problem with an estimated 2,000,000 pieces of gum being dropped in public places each day; acknowledges the high cost of removal of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st February 2018
COMMUNITY SECURITY TRUST'S INCIDENT REPORT 2017
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the 2017 incidents report by the Community Security Trust (CST); further notes that the report details the highest annual total of antisemitic incidents that CST has ever recorded of 1,382 cases, a three per cent increase from the 2016 total, which was itself a record annual …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st February 2018
ASMA JAHANGIR
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House mourns and pays its respects on the death of Asma Jahangir, the brave and remarkable Pakistani rights activist, staunch defender of the rule of law and fearless critic of military interference in politics; notes her reputation for speaking truth to power and defending the weak and marginalised, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LA MON BOMBING
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 40th anniversary of the La Mon atrocity when the IRA murdered 12 innocent people and injured many more in a brutal, calculated and cold blooded manner, which is considered one of the worst atrocities in the Troubles; notes that justice for the victims and families …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
MS ASMA JAHANGIR
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its regret and sadness over the tragic loss of advocate Ms Asma Jahangir, the renowned human rights lawyer, consistent opponent of religious hatred and fearless champion of the downtrodden people, including the religious minorities of Pakistan; commends her courageous work for justice and equality over many …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st February 2018
IMPACT OF LINK DECISION TO REDUCE THE ATM INTERCHANGE FEE
Tabled by:
Ruth George (Labour - High Peak)
That this House celebrates the long-standing availability of free-to-access cash in the UK and the positive impact the availability of cash has on local businesses, high street shops and consumers, especially in rural areas; recognises that the long term sustainability of the existing free-to-access cash network is now under threat, …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
8th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st February 2018
PROFESSIONALISM AND VALUE OF THE BRITISH CIVIL SERVICE
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the strength of the UK Civil Service lies in its political impartiality and its responsibility to provide objective advice to Ministers without fear or favour; recognises the contribution civil servants make to the good of the country; further recognises the important role that independent advice …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
7th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
JIMMY ARMFIELD OBE DL
Tabled by:
Gordon Marsden (Labour - Blackpool South)
That this House pays tribute, on the day of his funeral at St Peter's Church, Blackpool where he was organist, to Jimmy Armfield OBE DL, a football legend as player for Blackpool FC, a manager, England Captain and a hugely influential football commentator and journalist; commends Mr Armfield as an …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
8th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
KAYS CURLING STONES
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the manufacturer Kays Curling Stones from Mauchline in Ayrshire, Scotland, the official supplier of granite curling stones to the Winter Olympic Games since 1998; recognises that the 2018 PyeongChang XXIII Winter Olympic Games in South Korea will mark 20 years since Kays Curling were established as …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
6th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
MRS SHAGUFTA KAUSAR AND MR SHAFQAT EMMANUEL
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is deeply concerned about the death sentence imposed on Mrs Shagufta Kausar and Mr Shafqat Emmanuel, a married couple, for allegedly sending blasphemous text messages; notes that the messages were written in English, but both are illiterate and unable to write proper Urdu, let alone English; further …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
6th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
KEEP ME POSTED CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House congratulates Barclays, First Direct, HSBC, M&S Bank, NatWest, the Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank, Principality Building Society, Progressive Building Society, Scottish Building Society, OVO Energy, Post Office Home Phone, Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, Severn Trent, Welsh Water, Northumbrian Water, Wessex Water, Essex and Suffolk Water, Bristol …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th February 2018
DEDICATION OF CARRIAGE GATES TO PC KEITH PALMER
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House believes that the Carriage Gates should be named the Palmer Gates, to commemorate the life and professional service of PC Keith Palmer and to mark his gallantry and ultimate sacrifice in putting his life before those he courageously sought to defend; acknowledges its profound gratitude to PC …
133 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
1st February 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 1st February 2018
SITUATION IN THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is cautiously optimistic about the prospects of dialogue between the Kurdistan Region in Iraq and the federal Government of Iraq on opening Kurdistan's airports, which have been blockaded since September 2017, and reaching a sustainable settlement based on full implementation of the Iraqi constitution; applauds the KRG …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
31st January 2018
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
31st January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 31st January 2018
SAFETY OF PLAYING AREAS FOR CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the importance of children playing outdoors; understands the reluctance of some parents to allow their children to play outside due to safety concerns; urges local councils to ensure that safe green places to play are widely advertised; and calls on the Department of Health and Social …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
31st January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 31st January 2018
VOTES AT 16
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House welcomes proposals by the Welsh Government to lower the voting age to 16 in order to allow 16 and 17-year olds to vote in council elections in Wales; believes that this will increase political engagement and participation among young people as has already been demonstrated in Scotland; …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
25th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
COLLECTING DATA ON ELECTION CANDIDATE DIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Bernard Jenkin (Conservative - Harwich and North Essex)
That this House notes with concern that Section 106 of the Equality Act 2010 is yet to be commenced; acknowledges that this legislation would require political parties to monitor the diversity of their election candidates; regrets that Section 106 does not cover local government elections, that there is no transparency …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
GLASGOW - A TOP 10 PLACE TO GO IN 2018
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow has made this year's The New York Times Annual Places to Go List, coming in at 10th place out of 52 global destinations; understands that The New York Times praised the range of culinary options on offer, including the wide range of wallet friendly …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF MAY ISLAND
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes the 100th anniversary of The Battle of May Island during which five accidental collisions occurred near the island between eight Royal Navy vessels on their way from Rosyth to fleet exercises in the North Sea on the misty night on 31 January 1918; further notes the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
TACKLING SEX DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Neil Coyle (Labour - Bermondsey and Old Southwark)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's review of sex discrimination law in the UK, and its recommendations to make misogyny a hate crime; acknowledges the level of concern in broader society at gender inequality; recognises the insufficient tackling of hate crimes against women; and calls for police authorities to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
MURDER OF THE MALTESE INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALIST DAPHNE CARUANA GALIZIA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House condemns the murder of Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was killed by a car bomb on 16 October 2017; notes that 24 January 2018 marks 100 days since her murder; commends her courageous reporting exposing corruption in Malta and throughout Europe, notably her work on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 17 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th January 2018
SPONDYLOARTHRITIS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House acknowledges the significant impact spondyloarthritis conditions have on individual sufferers and highlights the importance of achieving improved outcomes for patients; notes the often distressing and debilitating symptoms of the conditions, and the particular need to improve awareness of spondyloarthritis symptoms in light of the current eight and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
23rd January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018
CARILLION AND SMALL BUSINESS PAYMENTS
Tabled by:
James Frith (Labour - Bury North)
That this House believes that small businesses must not be punished for the misdeeds of a failed large company; notes that the collapse of Carillion highlights the payment abuse suffered by sub-contractors engaged in the delivery of public contracts for a Prime contractor; further notes that 30-day payment regulations for …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018
AGENCY WORKERS AND THE SWEDISH DEROGATION
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House notes that thousands of agency workers in the UK are being employed on Pay between assignment contracts, denying them equal treatment with permanent staff under the Swedish derogation to the Agency Workers Regulations; further notes that this has allowed a hugely profitable company like BT to bring …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
18th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018
HIV AND UK AVIATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the decision by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to allow applications for Class 1 Medical Certificates to people living with HIV, which previously prevented otherwise capable pilots from taking up employment as Commercial Airline Pilots; recognises the medical evidence that was being used to justify the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
17th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd January 2018
SHORT-SELLING OF SHARES
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House believes that shorting of shares, whereby shares are borrowed for a defined period and for a fee by financial gamblers and then sold in the hope that they can be bought back later at a lower price, has no economic benefits whatsoever to the UK economy; and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
17th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd January 2018
FUNDING FOR THE WORK OF UNWRA IN SUPPORT OF PALESTINIAN REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Richard Burden (Labour - Birmingham, Northfield)
That this House is appalled by the announcement by the US Administration that it is to cut its funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency by more than half; notes that this decision threatens the human security of millions of Palestinian refugees, including those in need of emergency …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd January 2018
INSURANCE COVER FOR PEOPLE WITH MENTAL ILL HEALTH
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern evidence revealed by The Guardian newspaper of people with mental health problems being denied access to insurance, including life insurance; further notes that while some people who have suffered from mental health conditions are charged high premiums for insurance, others are refused cover altogether; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th January 2018
LONG STAY PATIENTS
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that hospital parking charges are a huge burden for long-stay patients; further notes that the average weekly charge for parking in an NHS hospital in England is £38.47 and that some hospitals in England charge over £200 for a week of parking; recognises that many hospitals …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th January 2018
MURDER OF THREE SCOTTISH SOLDIERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House fully supports the campaign for justice for the three Scottish soldiers Dougald McCaughey, John McCaig and Joseph McCaig who were brutally murdered in Belfast in 1971; welcomes the tabling of a motion in the Scottish Parliament by Maurice Corry MSP; and further pledges to ensure that the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
16th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th January 2018
ANTARCTIC OCEAN SANCTUARY
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House urges the Government to fulfil the demands of Greenpeace UK and use its role on the Antarctic Ocean Commission to help build an 1.8 million square kilometre Antarctic Ocean Sanctuary in the continent's Weddell Sea to protect its marine life when the organisations makes its decision in …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th January 2018
BLUE BADGE HOSPITAL CAR PARKING CHARGES
Tabled by:
Robert Halfon (Conservative - Harlow)
That this House notes that Government guidance published in August 2014 on Hospital Car Parking recommended that concessions, including free or reduced charges or caps, should be available for disabled people; further notes that blue badge holders drive to hospital as public transport use may be more difficult; is disappointed …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
16th January 2018
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INCREASING MARKETS FOR GAME
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to work with game dealers and shooting organisations to ensure that game is promoted and that markets are identified to take up the surplus game that is presently available which is a healthier and tastier option for …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
10th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
CLEAN AIR DAY 2018
Tabled by:
Helen Hayes (Labour - Dulwich and West Norwood)
That this House is concerned about the damage to health caused by air pollution in the UK; recognises the public's desire to tackle air pollution and to be given guidance on how to cut and avoid air pollution from a trusted, independent, medically-sound source; acknowledges the success of 2017’s National …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
DEATH SENTENCE VERDICT IN CASE OF HAMED BIN HAYDARA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the death sentence verdict in Sana'a on 2 January 2018 in the case of Hamed bin Haydara, a Yemeni Baha'i; observes reports that Mr bin Haydara was convicted on grounds of communication with the international governing body of the Baha'i faith, located in Haifa, Israel and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
10th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
AIRLINE CHARGES FOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Tabled by:
Lord Brennan of Canton (Labour - Cardiff West)
This House notes with concern that airlines are increasingly requiring musicians to purchase a seat for guitars, and other musical instruments of similar size, or requiring that they be placed in the aircraft hold where temperatures are very low and damage may occur during transit; further notes the campaign led …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
MACKINTOSH 150TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates that 7 June 2018 will mark 150 years since the birth of Charles Rennie Mackintosh; appreciates that Mackintosh produced some of the most inventive and innovative art, architecture and design of the 1890s, significantly contributing in close collaboration with his wife Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh to the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
10th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
PERSECUTION OF KURDISH MPS
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House expresses grave concern over the sentencing of elected Kurdish MP Idris Baluken on 4 January 2018 to 16 years and eight months in jail; notes that Mr Baluken has been an elected parliamentarian in Turkey since 2011, and has played an active role as a mediator in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
16th ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF GUANTÁNAMO BAY CAMP
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House notes that 11 January 2018 marks the 16th anniversary of the opening of the Guantánamo Bay Prison Camp; further notes that 41 men remain imprisoned at the camp, including five men who were approved for release by the previous US Administration; notes that over half of the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2018
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th January 2018
OSMAN KAVALA
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House expresses concern regarding the detention of Osman Kavala, a world-known Turkish philanthropist and a civil society activist who studied at the University of Manchester; recognises the work Osman Kavala has done to promote an open and democratic Turkey; notes that thousands of political prisoners have been arrested …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th January 2018
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BBC RADIO BRIGHTON
Tabled by:
Michael Fabricant (Conservative - Lichfield)
That this House notes the 50th Anniversary of the opening of BBC Radio Brighton in 1968 while also recognising that it transmitted emergency snow reports in 1967 prior to its official opening; notes that the radio station later consolidated to become BBC Radio Sussex; further notes that former staff include …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
9th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2018
ATTACK ON CHRISTIANS IN THE METHODIST CHURCH, PAKISTAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the terrorist attack on Christians in the Bethel Memorial Methodist Church, Quetta, Pakistan, on 17 December 2017, when nine innocent worshippers were murdered and over 50 seriously injured; notes that the quick action by the security forces prevented several more casualties; and urges the Government of …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 1
8th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2018
KINGSMILL MASSACRE AND THE CONDUCT OF THE HON. MEMBER FOR WEST TYRONE
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House believes that the sectarian massacre at Kingsmill of 10 Protestant workers by the Provisional IRA on 5 January 1976 was one of the worst single atrocities of the Troubles; notes that the IRA murder gang spared a Catholic worker; is horrified that on the 42nd anniversary of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
8th January 2018
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MOBILE PHONE CHARGES
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned that consumers are being poorly served by some of the largest mobile phone providers in the UK; notes that customers of some of the largest mobile phone providers are being charged extra for handsets after the costs of these have been paid off as …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th January 2018
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GIFT CARDS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes the unfair practice and lack of transparency around expiry dates on gift cards from retailers; urges the Government to take action to introduce greater protections for consumers purchasing and using gift cards, such as banning use-by-dates altogether, or at the very least introducing a minimum five-year …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th January 2018
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ANTI-REGIME PROTESTS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House supports the right of citizens in Iran to protest; commends the bravery of the thousands of Iranian citizens who have taken to the streets in 20 cities to protest the clerical regime of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; notes the strong sentiments being expressed against the regime's policies in …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 9
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
8th January 2018
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2018
HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2018
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2018 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust; further notes that the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2018 …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 10
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th January 2018
POLITICAL INTIMIDATION IN BANGLADESH
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House is deeply concerned that despite the best efforts of the Bangladesh Government, minorities continue to face systemic harassment and threats to their well-being, livelihood and property and are denied freedom of religious worship in Bangladesh; notes that the experience of previous elections shows that there were attempts …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st December 2017
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BIRMINGHAM FOR COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2022
Tabled by:
Caroline Spelman (Conservative - Meriden)
That this House celebrates the news that Birmingham has been chosen to be the venue for the 2022 Commonwealth Games; recognises the way the leaders of the West Midlands Combined Authority and hon. Members have worked together to secure this important achievement for our region; congratulates Andy Street, West Midlands …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
21st December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st December 2017
DETENTION OF AHED TAMIMI
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House expresses deep concern that in the early hours of 19 December an Israeli Border Police unit broke into the Tamimi family home during a night raid in Nabi Saleh and arrested 17-year-old Ahed Tamimi, taking her away for interrogation; believes that Ahed is targeted because she is …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
20th December 2017
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GARY KENT'S LONG SERVICE
Tabled by:
Jack Lopresti (Conservative - Filton and Bradley Stoke)
That this House congratulates parliamentary staff member, Gary Kent, on 30 years of continuous service during which he played a leading role in opposing terrorism and encouraging peace in Northern Ireland, and helped build relations between the UK and the Kurdistan Region in Iraq.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th December 2017
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
NATIONAL SIKH WAR MEMORIAL
Tabled by:
Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour - Slough)
That this House appreciates the extraordinary bravery and sacrifices of Sikh soldiers in service of Great Britain, including during both World Wars, and supports the erection of a permanent national monument in a prime central London location to commemorate and highlight these contributions; notes that for over a decade there …
265 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 167
Conservative: 33
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 15
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
18th December 2017
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CONTRIBUTION OF VOLUNTEERS TO SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises all those volunteers who do so much for society the whole year through; understands the difficult jobs they take on and highlights the value and worth that their hours of dedication bring to local communities; further acknowledges the fact that without the massive volunteer base that …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2017
ARMED FORCES CHAPLAINS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the tremendous work that is carried out by Armed Forces Chaplains both at home and overseas; acknowledges the wonderful support and guidance that they offer to all in uniform and their families; and thanks them for the dedication that takes them far beyond the call of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th December 2017
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AGE UK'S PAINFUL JOURNEYS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes Age UK's Painful Journeys campaign that is designed to raise awareness of older people's journeys to hospital appointments; is concerned that many older people have to make such painful journeys; regrets that whether or not an elderly person has to make such a journey is decided …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th December 2017
92 signatures
(Most recent: 15 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 42
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 10
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th December 2017
BREXIT AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises the need to maintain and build on food, environmental and public health standards in the UK; notes that these standards have been substantially driven by the EU, and that the UK’s future departure from the EU raises significant questions on the maintenance of these standards in …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
13th December 2017
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JK ROWLING - COMPANION OF HONOUR
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates Edinburgh author J.K. Rowling on being made a Companion of Honour, recognising her outstanding contribution to literature and culture; notes that the magical world created by Ms Rowling captured the imaginations of children and adults alike, defining childhoods, bringing families together and entertaining people of all …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
13th December 2017
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PRIME MINISTER'S INVITATION TO THE PRIME MINISTER OF THE KURDISTAN REGION
Tabled by:
Jack Lopresti (Conservative - Filton and Bradley Stoke)
That this House congratulates the Prime Minister on her decision to invite the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq to London; believes that the UK is well-placed, thanks to its history with Iraq and Kurdistan and the respect for the UK there, to encourage much needed dialogue on …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
12th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
COVENTRY CITY OF CULTURE 2021
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House celebrates the news that Coventry has been chosen to be UK City of Culture in 2021, reminding the UK of the incredible depth of culture and heritage found in Coventry, as well as the wider West Midlands; recognises the strong bids put forward by the other shortlisted …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2017
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SLAVE TRADE IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House deplores the actions of those who seek to enslave migrants passing through Libya; condemns in the strongest terms the abhorrent use of auctions to buy and sell slaves; notes with alarm the horror faced by victims of human trafficking and slavery in Libya and the lack of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th December 2017
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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
11th December 2017
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PARLIAMENTARY AWARDS FOR CONTRIBUTION TO SCIENCE 2017
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes the Christmas Reception for Science and Engineering held on 6 December 2017; congratulates the Royal Society of Biology for its leadership on behalf of the science and engineering community working closely with the Physiological Society, the Institute of Physics, the Council for the Mathematical Sciences, the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
ADOPTION ALLOWANCE FOR SELF EMPLOYED PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that people who adopt do so out of love and care and ought to receive parity in financial support to that of birth parents; further recognises that though there is such parity for employees, there is an unjustifiable inequality in financial support for self employed adopters; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
7th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
HEDD WYN COMMEMORATIVE STAMP
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House disagrees with the decision of the Royal Mail not to issue a stamp commemorating the life of Hedd Wyn, Elis Humphrey Evans, the bard who lost his life during the First World War in the battle of Passchendaele in 1917; believes that a stamp of its kind …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
LABOUR MARKET ENFORCEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Middlesex University Business School, Unpaid Britain: wage default in the British labour market, that at least two million workers experience non-payment of wages or holiday pay each year and that those unpaid wages amount to …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
6th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
DETENTION OF JAGTAR SINGH JOHAL IN INDIA
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the concerns of Sikh communities across the UK regarding the circumstances of the detention of Jagtar Singh Johal on 4 November 2017 in India; believes that there should be no place for the use of torture or mistreatment anywhere in the world; is concerned about reports …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 27
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
CENTENARY OF FINNISH INDEPENDENCE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this house congratulates Finland on celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Independence Day on 6 December 2017; recognises the success that Finland has made of its independence; notes that the occasion was commemorated by the Government with a ceremonial session of the Senate of Finland which drafted the declaration …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2017
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CHINESE LABOUR CORPS
Tabled by:
Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the First World War, pays tribute to the 96,000 men of the Chinese Labour Corps, of whom the first arrived in France in April 1917; notes their extraordinary sacrifices in support of front line allied troops, and that over 2000 died; further notes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th December 2017
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
5th December 2017
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN HOMES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the Green Paper, Building our Future: Laying the Foundations for Healthy Homes and Buildings: Draft Paper, produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Healthy Homes and Buildings which provides key insights into how safety, comfort and energy efficiency of homes can be improved; believes that …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
5th December 2017
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DIALOGUE BETWEEN KURDISTAN REGION AND IRAQ
Tabled by:
Jack Lopresti (Conservative - Filton and Bradley Stoke)
That this House is relieved that there has been no armed conflict between the Iraqi Army, its associated Shia militia and the Kurdistan Regional Government’s (KRG) Peshmerga for some weeks; is disappointed that the federal government in Baghdad has so far refused all the reasonable requests from the KRG, supported …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
BLUE BELT CHARTER
Tabled by:
Angela Smith (Liberal Democrat - Penistone and Stocksbridge)
That this House congratulates Sir David Attenborough and the BBC on the spectacular Blue Planet 2 series; notes that, with the fifth largest marine estate in the world, the UK and its Overseas Territories are custodian to the largest coral atoll on earth, globally significant populations of albatross, whales and …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 61
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2017 by celebrating the achievements of disabled people across the world; supports the aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and wellbeing of persons with disabilities; further supports the integration of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
4th December 2017
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UK CITY OF CULTURE BIDS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern over the EU's decision to exclude five UK cities from being considered for the 2023 European Capital of Culture; notes that the UK is a member of the EU and therefore should be eligible to submit applications; and calls on the Government to request that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
4th December 2017
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
4th December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th December 2017
SREBRENICA GENOCIDE AND THE RATKO MLADIC VERDICT
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes the guilty verdict against Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic for directing the Srebrenica genocide; welcomes that Mladic has finally been brought to justice 22 years after the genocide he oversaw from 11 to 22 July 1995; further notes that 8,372 Bosnian Muslim men and boys …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2017
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HONOURING HOLODOMOR COMMEMORATIONS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises the beginning of the 85th anniversary commemorations of the Holodomor famine in Ukraine in 1932 to 1933; commends the work undertaken to honour those who died; notes that up to seven million Ukrainians starved to death; and condemns similar atrocities committed in the 20th century.
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017
COLOMBIAN PEACE PROCESS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House is alarmed at the growing concern expressed by UN Under-Secretary General Jeffrey Feltman in November 2017 on the state of the implementation of the Colombian Peace Agreement; is concerned about the alarming killings of former FARC combatants and social leaders; is further concerned by the damaging changes …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th December 2017
LEASEHOLD RESTRICTIONS ON FREEHOLDS
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is deeply concerned that new build houses are sold as freehold but have leasehold terms, also known as, fleecehold attached in the form of charges, including restrictive covenants on the need to apply for permission and pay a charge for any alterations and extensions, changes that fall …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017
DEFENDING ACADEMIC PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that academic staff in universities make a vital contribution to ensuring the supply of skilled graduates to UK businesses; believes all staff working in universities should have access to a secure and decent pension; notes with concern the proposal by Universities UK to close the defined …
137 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017
PALESTINIAN VILLAGE OF SUSIYA- ANNOUNCED DEMOLITION BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion Preseli)
That this House notes with extreme concern the plight of the Palestinian village of Susiya, a fifth of which the Israeli State has announced will be demolished; further notes that the Israeli State claims that this village was constructed in violation of judicial order, yet has repeatedly refused to regulate …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th December 2017
BOWEL CANCER SCREENING
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge that 50 is the internationally-recognised optimal age at which bowel cancer screening should begin; further calls for a commitment from the Government to reduce the age for bowel cancer screening from 60 to 50 in England to bring policy in line …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th December 2017
FUNDING FOR PANCREATIC CANCER RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there is a lack of awareness of pancreatic cancer, which sees 9,600 people diagnosed with it each year with only seven per cent of people surviving five years beyond diagnosis; calls for action to be taken to increase funding of pancreatic cancer research which has …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2017
MASS MURDER OF EGYPTIANS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the mass murder of 305 Egyptians when at prayer in their mosque; urges the Government to offer support to President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi; and sends deepest sympathy to all of those families bereaved at this time.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st December 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 1st December 2017
HUMAN RIGHTS AND AZERBAIJAN
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the accession of Azerbaijan to the European Convention on Human Rights; asks the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs to express to the Government and representatives of Azerbaijan concern for the fair treatment of the investigative journalist Afghan Mukhtarli, husband of political refugee Leyla …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
UPSKIRTING LEGISLATION
Tabled by:
Laura Pidcock (Labour - North West Durham)
That this House notes that there is no specific offence of taking upskirt photos; further notes that existing criminal offences are often not sufficient to bring prosecutions for upskirting; welcomes the fact that the public petition brought by campaigner Gina Martin on the issue has attracted more than 70,000 signatures; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
ARREST AND TRIALS OF KURDISH HDP LEADERS IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House expresses concern regarding the upcoming trials of the democratically-elected leaders of Turkey's third biggest parliamentary party, the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP); notes that a total of nine elected MPs, 88 elected mayors and over 8,000 party activists are currently in prison; further notes that the basis for …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th November 2017
QATAR BLOCKADE AND EFFECT ON HUMAN RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with concern the continuation of the blockade on Qatar; is concerned by the blockade's impact on the human rights of Qatari residents and citizens, with many facing issues of family separation, restrictions on rights to education and religious pilgrimage and restrictions to personal finances and freedom …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th November 2017
MOBILE COVERAGE IN RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House condemns the poor mobile coverage that many people currently suffer from in rural areas of the UK; notes that this issue is of ever-increasing importance as many local businesses require mobile phone coverage for their customers to pay by card; and calls for legislation to be implemented …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
ZIMBABWE'S FUTURE
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House welcomes the end of Robert Mugabe's tenure as President of Zimbabwe; recognises the desperate situation many Zimbabweans find themselves in following a decade, and more, of bad government, a blatant disregard for democracy and the rule of law, and very serious policy failures; cautiously welcomes President Mnangagwa …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
BRITISH AMERICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the British American Football Association (BAFA) on receiving the prestigious School Games NGB of the Year award for 2017; notes that BAFA entered the School Games in September 2016 and was selected by a Youth Sport Trust panel of school sport experts to be nominated for …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
27th November 2017
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the NHS and in particular Children’s Hospitals on the excellent care they give to patients; thanks the GPs, Doctors, Consultants, nursing staff, midwives and indeed all health professionals who give their time and often of their love and concern; and highly regards all those who make …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
THE VERY REVEREND DR LORNA HOOD
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
The this House congratulates the Very Reverend Dr Lorna Hood on receiving her OBE at Buckingham Palace; recognises that this distinction was awarded due to the exceptional service that Dr Hood has given to the Church of Scotland, Renfrewshire, and Scotland more widely, including in her role at Renfrew North …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
RETIREMENT OF THE REVEREND DAVID COOPER
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises the contribution that the Reverend David Cooper has made to the lives of people across the UK through his ordained Ministry, starting in 1978 and working in both England and Scotland; further recognises Reverend Cooper's Ministry in Shetland where, through his warmth and compassion, he has …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
NEONICOTINOIDS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the Government's commitment to uphold the complete ban on neonicotinoid pesticides; and urges the Government to undertake to rebuild the habitats that enable the bee population to flourish and by extension our crops and countryside to thrive.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
THE MISSING PERSONS OF CYPRUS
Tabled by:
Bambos Charalambous (Labour - Southgate and Wood Green)
That this House welcomes the visit of the Committee on Missing Persons in Cyprus to London in September 2017 to obtain information on potential burial sites of missing persons, to inform politicians, and members of Missing Persons committees in the diaspora and others on their work and to seek information …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
PDSA 100TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution of the People's Dispensary for Sick animals, known as the PDSA, and its founder Maria Dickin C.B.E., to the welfare of animals throughout the UK on its 100th anniversary; recognises that the network of the PDSA's 48 pet hospitals with dedicated staff treats …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
VAT ON TOURISM
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House recognises the value of the tourism sector; notes that tourism-related businesses lie at the heart of local communities an economy; further notes that UK tourism is disadvantaged by high taxes with a VAT rate on accommodation and attractions that is double the European average; acknowledges that across …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
HIGHLAND MILITARY WIVES
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the Highland Military Wives Choir for its work, in particular its concert at Inverness St Andrew's Cathedral which raised thousands of pounds for Poppy Scotland, the Royal British Legion and the Military Wives' Choir Foundation; recognises its ongoing charity work; and notes the outstanding work of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
MILITARY DETENTION OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN BY ISRAELI AUTHORITIES
Tabled by:
Lisa Nandy (Labour - Wigan)
That this House notes with concern that hundreds of Palestinian children continue to be arrested, detained and tried in Israeli military courts, despite the practice involving widespread and systematic violations of international law and being widely condemned; further notes that allegations of ill-treatment at the hands of Israeli authorities include …
144 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 81
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 12
Conservative: 9
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
6th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 27th November 2017
CENTENARY OF THE BOLSHEVIK REVOLUTION
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes, with great regret, that 7 November 2017 marks 100 years since Russia's Bolshevik Revolution which subsequently demonstrated, time and again, that Communism is a murderous political ideology, incompatible with liberty, self-government and the dignity of human beings, and injurious to the national, ethnic and religious traditions …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
22nd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd November 2017
LEGAL RIGHTS FOR COHABITEES WHO SEPARATE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that there are currently more than six million people in the UK who live together without being married or in a civil partnership, and that such cohabitees are the fastest growing family type; is concerned that, in England and Wales, such cohabitees have little or no …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
22nd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd November 2017
ZACK KERR'S CHANGING PLACES TOILETS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Graham P Jones (Labour - Hyndburn)
That this House believes that there is inadequate provision of toilet facilities at motorway service stations for over 250,000 disabled people in the UK who wish to use such facilities; notes the campaign and petition led by Zack Kerr to encourage the introduction of Changing Places Toilets in every motorway …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd November 2017
DAY OF SOLIDARITEE
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House expresses concern that access to legal aid in refugee camps across mainland Europe is scarce; regrets that funds have not been made more widely available to enable human rights lawyers to go out to camps in mainland Europe to work with asylum seekers; congratulates the work of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st November 2017
DELIVERY CHARGES
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises that people living in the rural areas of the UK, particularly in the Highlands and Islands, regularly have to pay extortionate delivery charges for goods and products ordered over the internet; expresses its concerns that consumers in the Highlands and Islands are paying, on average, £14.23 …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
21st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st November 2017
CUPAR CHARITY FOR THE LOVE OF A CHILD
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House appreciates the efforts of For the Love of a Child, a charity in Cupar, Fife, that supports Syrian refugee children through the Sam's House Little Friendly Space initiative in the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon; recognises the lack of official refugee camps for Syrians in Lebanon; understands that refugees …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
21st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st November 2017
DISSOLUTION OF MAIN OPPOSITION PARTY IN CAMBODIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the ongoing political crackdown on members of the opposition, civil rights groups and independent media in Cambodia; notes with alarm that the main opposition party, the Cambodian National Rescue Party (CNRP), was dissolved, and 118 of its senior members banned from politics for …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th November 2017
SUPERFAST BROADBAND IN RURAL AREAS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that having superfast broadband is an important service in the UK, especially as more and more people choose to work remotely; is concerned about current superfast broadband coverage throughout the country, especially in rural areas which would benefit the most from superfast broadband connectivity; and supports …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO IRAQ'S PERSONAL STATUS LAW
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes with deep concern the proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law currently being debated in the Iraqi Parliament that could lower the legal marriage age to nine; believes that passage of this amendment would be a backwards step for Iraqi women and girls; is alarmed at …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th November 2017
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE IMPRISONED WRITER
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 15 November 2017 marks the Day of the Imprisoned Writer; welcomes the day as an opportunity to recognise the vital role of press freedom to ensure transparency, accountability and the rule of law and to empower people and communities; is concerned by the results of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th November 2017
HUMAN RIGHTS IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House is extremely concerned about the ongoing crackdown on civil society and essential freedoms, specifically on human rights defenders, in Turkey, including the recent arrests of Amnesty International Turkey Chair, Taner Kilic, and Amnesty International Turkey Director, ldil Eser, along with nine other human rights defenders, also known …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th November 2017
6 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2017
83 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 20
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th November 2017
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2017
Tabled by:
Nicholas Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that 16 November 2017 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters on their activities to raise awareness of the disease during November, including the joint Purple Lights initiative, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 13
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th November 2017
DECLINE OF NORTHERN ROCKHOPPER PENGUIN IN TRISTAN DA CUNHA
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Mrs Iris Green, the Post Mistress of the world's most remote inhabited island and her colleagues from the UK Overseas Territory of Tristan da Cunha for their unstinting work to make the world aware of the danger to its unique wildlife and their habitats with the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th November 2017
FUNDING FOR THE NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE AND SOCIAL CARE
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the immediate and long-term financial challenges facing the National Health Service and social care services; further notes that these challenges arise largely from an ageing population as well as advances in technology and medicine; recognises the public's preference for contributing additional revenues to health and social …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th November 2017
ENDANGERED SPECIES
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the number of endangered species across the globe identified by the World Wildlife Fund and others; and hopes that greater awareness and support can be built upon to ensure that action is taken to prevent the eradication of numbers of animal species in the 21st century.
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th November 2017
THE NEED FOR AN INCONTINENCE STRATEGY
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House regrets that incontinence has a huge impact on a person's quality of life and only about 30 per cent of people with continence problems seek help; recognises women who are left with a rectus abdominis diastasis to be identified on the ward, if they have a hospital …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th 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
1st November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th November 2017
END IMPUNITY FOR CRIMES AGAINST JOURNALISTS
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House welcomes the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) campaign to end impunity for crimes against journalists; commemorates the UN international day to end impunity for crimes against journalists on Thursday 2 November 2017; notes that the UN day of action was adopted in 2013 to mark the anniversary …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
MEETING OF THE QUINT ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House supports the efforts being made at the Quint negotiations this week bringing together the foreign ministers of the UK, US, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE to find a political solution to the conflict in Yemen; notes the escalation of the conflict by all sides within the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
14th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
SUPPORTING YOUNG CARERS TO STUDY
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House recognises the important and selfless work carers and young carers undertake in looking after and supporting their loved ones; appreciates the enormous contribution carers make to society; acknowledges that the cost to the public purse of providing social care would be considerably higher were it not for …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
14th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
SELF CARE WEEK 2017
Tabled by:
Kevin Barron (Labour - Rother Valley)
That this House welcomes the national awareness campaign Self Care Week, which runs from 13 to 19 November 2017, and which encourages people to embrace self care for life; notes the importance of self care for self-treatable conditions to empower people better to look after their own physical health and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th November 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
TACKLING ANTISEMITISM ON UNIVERSITY CAMPUSES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that university campuses should be a safe space for all students no matter their race, religion, sexuality or gender; welcomes the change of leadership in the National Union of Students (NUS); notes the improved relations between Jewish students and their representative body, the Union of Jewish …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
CATALUNYA
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House believes that, given the UK's role and responsibilities as a member of the European Union, and of the Council of Europe and as a permanent member of the UN Security Council, the need for the Government to do all it can to ensure the safety and security …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st November 2017
HEARING LOSS AND DEMENTIA
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House acknowledges that hearing loss is the largest potentially modifiable risk factor for dementia, as confirmed in the recent report of the Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention and care, which found that mid-life hearing loss is responsible for nine per cent of the risk of dementia; recognises …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
WOMEN IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, 11,427 of the 331,765 documented casualties of the Syrian conflict are women, recognises that, according to the World Health Organisation, 57 per cent of Syria's public hospitals have been damaged while 37 per cent are no longer …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
75th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SEIZURE OF ENIGMA DOCUMENTS FROM THE U-559
Tabled by:
Julian Lewis (Conservative - New Forest East)
That this House salutes the extraordinary courage of the three crew members of HMS Petard who, on 30 October 1942, boarded the sinking German submarine U-559 in circumstances of extreme peril; recognises that the Enigma material they retrieved proved vital in saving countless Allied ships and lives; deeply regrets that …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Conservative: 19
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
30th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st November 2017
SAFETY IN CUSTODY STATISTICS OCTOBER 2017
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the recently published Safety in Custody statistics which indicate a continuing rise in incidents of self-harm, assaults and violence across the prison estate in England and Wales; notes that self-harm incidents reached a record high in June 2017 with 41,103 recorded, up 12 per …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
30th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
AIRPORT CAR PARK CHARGES
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the increasing trend among airports across the UK to charge at drop off and pick up points close to the terminal even for very short times; further notes a recent report into the range of charges which found that Stansted Airport has raised charges to £3.50 …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 1
30th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
SCOTTISH MEMORIAL TO WAR POETS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes that during and after the First World War, Edinburgh was host to a number of the War Poets, including Wilfred Owen and Sigfreid Sassoon; recognises the beautiful and harrowing work of Scottish Great War Poets, including Ewart Alan Mackintosh, Joseph Lee, Charles Hamilton Sorely and John …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 31st October 2017
ANNIVERSARY OF THE BALFOUR DECLARATION
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House acknowledges the centenary anniversary of the Balfour Declaration on 2 November 2017; notes that the Declaration pledged Britain's support for a national home in Palestine for the Jewish people on the understanding that nothing shall be done which may prejudice the civil and religious rights of existing …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 31st October 2017
CERTIFICATION OFFICER'S LEVY ON TRADE UNIONS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House is gravely concerned that the Government's proposals for a Certification Officer's levy on trade unions would result in unions having fewer resources to represent their members, a reduced capacity to negotiate better jobs and working conditions for working people, and a diminished ability to take enforcement action …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
LIFTING THE BAN ON UK FLIGHTS TO SHARM EL SHEIKH
Tabled by:
Jonathan Lord (Conservative - Woking)
That this House welcomes the successful implementation of the UK-Egyptian joint action plan and substantial investment in upgrading security at Sharm El Sheikh airport using UK expertise in transport and security services; understands that Sharm El Sheikh airport is now considered by Department for Transport officials as one of the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 1
24th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th October 2017
ARUP AND WILL HURST
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes with concern the legal threats made by the Garden Bridge engineer group Arup against investigative journalist Will Hurst of the Architects' Journal; and calls on Arup to apologise to Mr Hurst.
3 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th October 2017
CENTENARY OF THE BOYS' BRIGADE JUNIORS AGE GROUP
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Boys' Brigade on reaching the centenary of its work with the juniors age group which was established in September 1917 as the Boy Reserves for boys aged nine to 12; notes that members of the juniors have been marking the milestone throughout 2017 with nearly …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th October 2017
TRAFFICKING OF GIRLS IN LAOS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the trafficking of young girls in Laos, which is regarded as a centre for the trafficking of young girls; and requests that the Government make representations to the Laos Government to encourage it to take immediate and effective action to prevent the trafficking of …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
17th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th October 2017
PRIMARY PREVENTION OF BREAST CANCER
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the rising age-standardised incidence rate of breast cancer in women, which has risen by 24 per cent in the UK between 1993 and 1995 and 2012 and 2014 and continues to rise annually; further notes the fact that around one in four cases of breast cancer …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th October 2017
PLUMBERS' PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House holds grave concerns for the hundreds of plumbers in pension schemes who face employer debt under section 75 of the Pensions Act 1995 as subsequently amended; notes that because many of the plumbing businesses are unincorporated, their personal wealth and lifetime savings are at risk; reminds the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th October 2017
CONTAMINATED BLOOD INQUIRY
Tabled by:
Diana Johnson (Labour - Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of an inquiry into the contaminated blood scandal; thanks the Rt. Rev James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel, for his voluntary help; supports the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Haemophilia and Contaminated Blood's statement to the Prime Minister about the …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th October 2017
CUTS TO LEGAL AID SINCE 2013
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned by growing evidence, including reports by Amnesty International and the Law Society, that cuts to legal aid since April 2013, under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (LASPO), have left thousands of the most disadvantaged in society, including children and …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
ROHINGYA MUSLIMS
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House expresses deep concern at the ongoing widespread horrific violence against the minority Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, which has resulted in more than 500,000 Rohingya fleeing to Bangladesh since August 2017, making it the world's fastest-developing refugee emergency; notes that survivors in Bangladesh have recounted horrific stories of …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
NICE DIABETES CHECK RECOMMENDATION
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates NICE on recommending that all UK citizens over the age of 40 should receive a diabetes check; notes that more than 500,000 people are thought to be living with undiagnosed diabetes; further notes type 2 diabetes is reversible with the right support; and calls on those …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
BAN ON IMPORT OF CAT AND DOG FUR
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House calls on the Government to guarantee that EU bans on the import of cat and dog fur and commercial seal products will remain in place when the UK leaves the EU; and notes that the UK played key roles in the introduction of both of these bans …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th October 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th October 2017
COLOUR OF POWER STUDY ON BAME REPRESENTATION
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House recognises the excellent work done by the Guardian and Operation Black Vote through their colour of power studies; notes their findings showing that out of the 1,000 most powerful executives in the UK only 36 come from BAME backgrounds; and calls on the Government to support efforts …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th October 2017
10 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th October 2017
FREE PROVISION OF SANITARY PRODUCTS FOR GIRLS FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned that girls in the UK are missing time in school because of a lack of access to sanitary products; recognises the unaffordable cost of sanitary products for some low-income individuals and families; notes that this is a hidden problem that some girls may find …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
ACTION TO TACKLE IVORY TRADE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises that African elephants are facing an unprecedented crisis with an average of one killed every 15 minutes for its ivory; welcomes the action taken internationally by the Government to combat the ivory trade and protect elephants in their natural habitat; further recognises that both the illegal …
109 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
13th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th September 2017
150th ANNIVERSARY OF THE PUBLICATION OF WALTER BAGEHOT'S THE ENGLISH CONSTITUTION
Tabled by:
David Warburton (Independent - Somerton and Frome)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary this year of the publication of The English Constitution, written by Walter Bagehot of Langport, Somerset, whose great facility in explaining the practical workings of the contemporary and historic British political system, its Parliament, Government and Monarchy, has ensured that this classic text …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
12th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th September 2017
SAVE THE #CLASSOF2018
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes World Suicide Prevention Day, which took place on 10 September 2017 to raise awareness and promote worldwide action to prevent suicides; recognises that suicide is the biggest killer of young people, male and female, aged under 35 in the UK; is deeply concerned that over 200 …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
11th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th September 2017
REMOVAL OF ISRAELI CITIZENSHIP FROM NEGEV BEDOUIN
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the injustice faced by hundreds of Negev Bedouin who have had their Israeli citizenship revoked without adequate explanation or warning due to claims that their original citizenship was issued in error; is concerned that this is a policy to remove the legitimate citizenship rights of the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
12th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th September 2017
INCREASING ORGAN DONATION
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House notes that there are currently over 6,400 people waiting for an organ transplant in the UK; strongly regrets that last year 457 people died unnecessarily while on the active transplant waiting list; further notes that 875 more people had to be removed from the list mainly due …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th September 2017
SUPPORT FOR SURVIVORS AND WITNESSES OF TERRORIST ATTACKS OVERSEAS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House pays tribute to all those killed, injured, bereaved by or witness to terrorist attacks overseas, and also to all those involved in emergency response and long-term care in the aftermath of such attacks; notes the conclusions, published in February 2017, of the inquest into the deaths of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017
NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES MEMORIAL
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House pays tribute to the more than 5,000 members of the emergency services who have lost their lives in the course of their public duties; gives thanks to the more than 250,000 emergency services personnel and volunteers who currently serve, and to all who have served; notes that …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th September 2017
ENFORCED DISAPPEARANCES
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned by continued enforced disappearances around the world, used frequently as a strategy to spread fear, and the effects such disappearances have on families, communities and wider society; is further concerned for the tens of thousands of Syrians who remain unaccounted for under President Assad's regime; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017
THE CENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF LEONARD CHESHIRE
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the birth of Leonard Cheshire, born on 7 September 1917; notes his significant achievements as a decorated officer in the Second World War, including leading No.617 Squadron, the Dambusters, and being awarded the Victoria Cross in 1944; recognises Leonard Cheshire's desire to help …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017
CONTAMINATED INFECTED BLOOD INQUIRY
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the Ministerial Written Statement HCWS109, made on 6 September 2017; welcomes the extended deadline for views on the format and scope of the independent inquiry; thanks Bishop James Jones, former Chair of the Hillsborough Independent Panel and Chair of the Gosport Independent Panel for his voluntary …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017
LATER LIFE AMBITIONS
Tabled by:
Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House supports the ambitions of people in later life and the contribution that many older people make to society; notes that the Later Life Ambitions campaign group that represents the combined 250,000 members of the National Federation of Occupational Pensioners, the Civil Service Pensioners' Alliance and the National …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2017
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF MICHAEL COLLIERY DISASTER
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that 9 September 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Michael Colliery Disaster in East Wemyss, Fife, in which a fire broke out and nine miners were tragically killed; commends the heroism of the rescue teams who helped to save many lives, including a number of …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017
COMMONWEALTH LEADERSHIP TO END MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House welcomes the opportunity presented by the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 in London, for the Commonwealth to take a leading role in ending modern slavery and achieving SDG 8.7 in Member States; notes, with regret and concern, that the Commonwealth is disproportionately affected by modern slavery; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th September 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2017
NATIONAL ORGAN DONATION WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House fully supports National Organ Donation Week from 4 to 10 September 2017; encourages all those not on the organ donor list to sign up and register to save lives; and recognises that one person has the ability to save nine lives through organ donation so that hope …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 349), dated 9 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 March in the last Session of Parliament, be revoked.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 7
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
SETTLING THE SOUTHERN RAIL DISPUTE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises that the service performance for Southern rail passengers and for train and other rail staff has been unreliable and frustrating for everyone; notes that the series of deliberate extra causes of cancelled, delayed and overcrowded trains and platforms should end; further notes that unresolved progress in …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
COST OF EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that the manufacturers' cost of production and the wholesale prices of emergency contraception have reduced significantly; further notes the reductions in retail prices by some retailers; and expects every other reputable retailer to review their margins to avoid maintaining prices that can be characterised as ripping …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
ISTANBUL 10
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House notes with grave concern the arrest of 10 human rights defenders at a workshop in Istanbul, including Idil Eser, Amnesty International's Turkey Director, ostensibly for committing crimes in the name of a terrorist organisation without being a member; notes that holding these individuals in pre-trial custody despite …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
MINEWORKERS PENSION SCHEME
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes the Government should enter into open and fair negotiations with the Mineworkers Pension Scheme Trustees; recognises the 50-50 surplus sharing arrangement is grossly disproportionate for the Government guarantee; believes that the scheme should solely operate for the benefit of its members who contributed to the fund …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
PRESS FREEDOM IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses concern regarding the upcoming trial of the 19 journalists from the newspaper Cumhuriyet in Turkey, which starts on 24 July 2017; calls for the release of these journalists and all other journalists and human rights defenders imprisoned in Turkey in connection with their work; believes that …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
RELEASE OF NABEEL RAJAB
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House condemns the sentence passed on Nabeel Rajab, President of the Bahrain Center for Human Rights, who was sentenced on 10 July 2017 to two years in prison; notes that Nabeel Rajab's offence was talking to journalists and therefore relates to freedom of expression and that the charge …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th July 2017
LEASEHOLD AND COMMONHOLD LEGISLATIVE REFORM AND SECTOR REGULATION
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House welcomes the declarations of the Housing Minister made on 1 February 2017 and the proposals and intentions of the Housing White Paper to stamp out unfair, unjust and unacceptable abuse of the leasehold system; believes that commonhold is fairer and better; understands the need for greater transparency …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
RECOGNISING POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House congratulates the Sunday People on its Save Our Soldiers campaign to raise awareness of the devastating impact of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); notes Lord Dannatt's view that failure to recognise PTSD as a serious and debilitating condition breaches the Military Covenant and the Government is therefore breaking …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
ANDY TSEGE
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the case of Mr Andy Tsege, a British national who is currently illegally and arbitrarily imprisoned in Ethiopia; expresses its worry for the health and safety of Mr Tsege, who at times has been kept in solitary confinement, has been tortured and ill-treated …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the case of Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a British dual national, who is currently arbitrarily detained in Iran; is worried for the health and safety of Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe, who at times has been kept in solitary confinement and has been kept from seeing her …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
HUNGER STRIKE BY POLITICAL PRISONERS IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House welcomes the amnesty framework laid out in the Peace Agreement between the Government of Colombia and the FARC-EP of August 2016; notes that all political prisoners should have been freed in January 2017; regrets that only 1,081 of 3,400 FARC prisoners have so far been released from …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
DEATH PENALTY IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is extremely alarmed by recent executions in Saudi Arabia and reports that further executions, possibly followed by crucifixion, may take place soon; notes with considerable concern assertions made by human rights organisations that many on death row have been tortured or otherwise coerced into signing confessions and …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
STOKE-ON-TRENT UK CITY OF CULTURE 2021
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House recognises and welcomes the news that Stoke-on-Trent has made the final shortlist to be the UK City of Culture in 2021, reminding the UK of the incredible depth of culture and heritage found in the six towns of Stoke-on-Trent, a city leading the world in the creative …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
ASYLUM SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the findings of the recent research report by Refugee Action, Slipping Through The Cracks, that a failure by the Home Office to follow its own guidance for supporting those seeking asylum in the UK is resulting in vulnerable people being wrongly denied assistance …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
KRISHNA MAHARAJ'S EVIDENTIARY HEARING
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recalls parliamentary support over 20 years for Florida and the US' reviews of the 1987 murder convictions and sentencing of British citizen Krishna Maharaj, born on 26 January 1939, including asking for the overturning of the initial death sentence, for an appeal on the grounds of innocence …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
13th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
CONDEMNING THE ATTACK ON AMARNATH PILGRIMS IN KASHMIR
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House condemns the recent killings of innocent Hindu pilgrims in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir in India; recognises it as a gruesome attack on innocent pilgrims by Lashkar-e-Toiba, an internationally recognised terrorist group, led by Abu Ismail; urges the Government to condemn strongly the attack and stand with India …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
13th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th July 2017
FIRE SAFETY TESTING
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House expresses sorrow and concern following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire; welcomes the quick response of local authorities in Coventry, the West Midlands and nationally in testing the fire safety of high rise residential buildings, schools and other public buildings; is concerned by the high-rate of failures of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
13th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017
UNAUTHORISED TRAVELLER ENCAMPMENTS
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House notes with concern the recurring problem of unauthorised Traveller encampments in many parts of the UK; further notes the ineffective response from various agencies in preventing such encampments, especially in relation to Traveller groups being evicted from one site of public land, often a public park or …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Conservative: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
12th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017
X PASSPORTS FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed in previous parliamentary sessions to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued by …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
4th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th July 2017
SITUATION IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House continues to be extremely concerned about the on-going crackdown on media workers, lawyers, public servants, parliamentarians and non-violent political activists in Turkey; notes that many parliamentarians, including Enis Berberoglu, Figen Yuksekdag and Selahattin Demirtas and over 150 media professionals, including Ahmet Altan, Ahmet Sik and Musa Kart, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
12th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th July 2017
FIXED ODD BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House welcomes the re-establishment of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the introduction of the Gambling Act 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
10th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th July 2017
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTION TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Angela Smith (Liberal Democrat - Penistone and Stocksbridge)
That this House notes that in a pan-European survey of the chemical industry’s reputation the UK is ranked second highest by both opinion leaders and the general public; further notes that the UK is ahead of its main competitor countries and is at the top of a number of measures, …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th July 2017
GRENFELL TOWER FIRE
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with IOSH, the occupational safety and health community, and others to express sorrow and concern following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire; mourns the loss of at least 80 lives and the profound suffering of those affected; commends the outstanding efforts of the emergency services and volunteers …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 6th July 2017
SAINSBURY'S AND THE FAIRTRADE MARK
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House deeply regrets the decision by the supermarket Sainsbury's to drop the Fairtrade mark for its own-brand tea and develop its own certification scheme; notes that the Fairtrade Foundation is a respected organisation and part of a global network that strives to ensure that farmers and workers in …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd July 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th July 2017
150TH ANNIVERSARY OF CANADA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canada as a nation and sends its best wishes to a forward thinking country that has strong fraternal relationships with the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; requests that the Government convey to the Canadian Government every good wish for …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
ORGAN DONATION PRESUMED CONSENT
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Government for announcing new legislation to introduce presumed consent for organ donation in Scotland; notes the model successes of presumed consent in Wales where 39 lives have been saved in the last year, which has inspired the change in Scotland; further notes that the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
28th June 2017
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
28th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 29th June 2017
LONG-TERM CONDITIONS AND PRESCRIPTION CHARGES
Tabled by:
Melanie Onn (Labour - Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes)
That this House is aware that people with long-term conditions in England, such as heart disease, cystic fibrosis or multiple sclerosis still have to pay prescription charges unlike their counterparts in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; notes that the medical exemption list of conditions that qualify people for free prescriptions …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
28th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th June 2017
NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES DAY
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the extraordinary work of the emergency services; understands that more needs to be done to raise awareness of the fantastic work they do to keep us all safe; further recognises the importance of providing the emergency services with the funding they need to keep the UK …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
28th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICE FUND
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the election of five disabled hon. Members on 8 June 2017, an increase of three on the 2015-2017 Parliament; notes that disabled people are still under-represented in the House, and in politics more widely; further notes that a strong democracy is an inclusive one, and that, …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th June 2017
PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENTS RECORDING EQUIPMENT
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that personal independence payment claimants are some of the most vulnerable people in society; further notes that claimants are currently only able to receive an audio recording of their assessment if they themselves provide specialist recording equipment at a prohibitive cost; believes that allowing claimants to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ERASMUS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House celebrates the 30th anniversary of the EU's Erasmus Plus programme which has provided study exchange and traineeship opportunities across EU member states and Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Turkey and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; notes that 1,600 Scottish students participated between 2014 and 2015; further notes that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
WOMEN AGAINST STATE PENSION INEQUALITY
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House believes it has a moral duty to ensure that there is a fair transition for women born on or after 6 April 1951 regarding their pensions; recognises the need for a non-means tested bridging pension that will secure the financial stability of those affected by the 1995 …
197 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 122
Scottish National Party: 35
Independent: 12
Liberal Democrat: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
RSPB AND DICK POTTS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recalls the excellent conservation work of Dick Potts who has died; remembers his 50 years of ground-breaking studies for the Grey Partridge; notes that the RSPB awarded him a medal for outstanding work as an eminent conservationist, scientist and friend of shooting; and thanks him for his …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
CONTRIBUTION OF THE CO-OPERATIVE ECONOMY
Tabled by:
Gareth Snell (Labour (Co-op) - Stoke-on-Trent Central)
That this House recognises the beneficial role the co-operative sector plays within the wider economy, in 2017 the sector's economic contribution to the UK economy was £36 billion; notes that the co-operative movement ably demonstrates a better way of doing business, where wealth and power are shared, as almost 14 …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SIX DAY WAR
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the Six Day War when Israel stood against unprovoked attacks and won a stunning victory in just six days; congratulates the Israeli Defence Force and its ability to defeat its enemies and to safeguard peace; and urges all to keep the peace …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
26th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Royal Society of Biology on organising 2017's Parliamentary Links Day on 27 June 2017 on behalf of the science and engineering community; applauds the theme of UK Science and Global Opportunities; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serve the public interest by improving the access …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
LOWERING THE VOTING AGE TO 16
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that 16 year olds can enter into marriage and civil partnerships, pay income tax and national insurance, obtain social security benefits in their own right, become a company director, consent to medical treatment, and join the armed forces, a political party or a trade union; believes …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
GREAT GET TOGETHER
Tabled by:
Tracy Brabin (Labour (Co-op) - Batley and Spen)
That this House extends its sincere gratitude to everyone who took part in Great Get Together events in Batley and Spen and across the UK over the weekend of 17 and 18 June; notes the importance of remembering that we have more in common than that which divides us; further …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
ROLE OF DFID IN PROVIDING BASELOAD ENERGY TO DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House is concerned that an estimated 1.2 billion people worldwide remain without electricity; acknowledges that in many developing countries this compounds the problems of disease, poor education and illegal migration; regrets that the UN target for universal access to energy by 2030 will be missed and that energy …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
WOMEN IN SERVICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Women in Service; thanks all past and present personnel for their massive contribution to life in uniform, both on active duty and at training centres in the UK; and encourages young women to join the armed forces and to advance their careers …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
HEPATITIS C
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes that hepatitis is a leading cause of death globally with a toll exceeding that of HIV; further notes that World Hepatitis Day on 28 July 2017 is one of only four disease-specific global awareness days endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO); is alarmed that most …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
MP STAFF REDUNDANCY PAYMENTS
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House acknowledges the lack of financial support for hon. Members' staff members who have found themselves unemployed due to their hon. Member not being returned at the 2017 general election; notes that a number of hon. Members, first elected at the 2015 general election, did not retain their …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION AND EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL TIME LIMIT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the key findings of research funded by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy and undertaken by the Equality and Human Rights Commission that some 54,000 women per year are forced out of work by pregnancy or maternity discrimination, and that three out of four …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
IHRA DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the adoption of a formal definition of antisemitism by the Government in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); further welcomes the agreed cross-party support for the definition, including from the Leader of the Opposition and hon. Members of all political parties …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
21st June 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
OPERATIONAL SERVICE MEDAL FOR OPERATION SHADER
Tabled by:
Nia Griffith (Labour - Llanelli)
That this House believes that the bravery and service of the personnel involved in Operation Shader should be recognised with a specific Operational Service Medal without delay; recognises that in doing their duty these men and women are protecting UK citizens from the threat of Daesh, as well as defending …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
25th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th April 2017
SUPPORT FOR LEASEHOLDERS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House condemns the developers and sellers of houses unnecessarily marketed to first time buyers and others, especially if the ground rent provisions were onerous, and where the freeholds were sold on above the heads of leaseholders to investors who later demanded unfair, unreasonable or unjustified prices for sale …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th April 2017
NO-CHANGE PARKING MACHINES
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House believes that parking machines should not be allowed to not give change; further believes that this is wholly illegitimate when machines can and do give change; believes that this is very unfair to people who do not have the correct change and is also discriminatory against people …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th April 2017
REPRESENTATION OF PEOPLE IN THE TERAI REGION OF NEPAL
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned that the Madhesis minority from the Southern plains, known as the Terai region, will continue to be marginalised in Nepal unless constitutional amendments are passed before local elections in that country; understands that although the Madhesis represent over 33 per cent of the population of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 20th April 2017
HER MAJESTY'S OVERSEAS CIVIL SERVICE PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative - Mid Sussex)
That this House calls on Her Majesty's Government to make the necessary financial arrangements to enable the Government of Zimbabwe to pay the pension arrears owing to the former members of Her Majesty's Overseas Civil Service who responded to the British Government's request that they stay at their posts after …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th April 2017
SAVING THE RED SQUIRREL
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the ongoing efforts of The Wildlife Trusts, other charities and volunteers to recruit up to 5,000 volunteers across the UK to help preserve and assist in the survival of the native red squirrel population, which has considerably reduced in number in recent years; congratulates all those …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th April 2017
ATTACKS ON COPTIC CHRISTIANS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern and sorrow regarding the attack on the Coptic Christian churches in Egypt during which 44 people were killed and 126 were wounded; calls on the Government to stand in solidarity with the Egyptian Government and people, and in particular with the Christian churches in that …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th April 2017
REPORTED ABDUCTIONS, TORTURE AND KILLINGS OF GAY MEN IN CHECHNYA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the reports in the Russian newspaper, Novaya Gazeta, that men believed to be gay have been abducted, tortured and killed in Chechnya; expresses alarm at denials made by Chechen authorities regarding these reports, which claim that gay men do not exist in the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th April 2017
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING IN HOUSEHOLDS
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House notes with concern that around 30 people a year still die as a result of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and many more may unknowingly be poisoned; further notes that there has never been a fatality related to CO poisoning where an audible CO alarm, tested to the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th March 2017
NATIONAL HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL AND LEARNING CENTRE (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House believes that the Prime Minister's Office, and all those concerned with the location and operation of the proposed prominent National Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre, should, together with the Department for Communities and Local Government and other key stakeholders, compare the merits, demerits and costs of sites …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
28th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017
CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE CHARGES
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises that charges on the Child Maintenance Service Collect and Pay service are preventing parents and children from accessing maintenance; accepts that domestic abuse survivors are most at need of a Government service to help ensure maintenance is paid without contact between former partners, yet are among …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
28th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017
NATIONAL CEREBRAL PALSY REGISTER
Tabled by:
David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House notes the estimated prevalence of cerebral palsy, which is thought to affect approximately 30,000 children in the UK; recognises the importance of early identification of, and intervention for, children with cerebral palsy to ensure that these children and their families receive appropriate support to achieve their full …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
27th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th March 2017
HIGHWAY CODE
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that 25,160 people were killed or seriously injured in the last year in the UK, a six per cent increase on the previous year, while driving, cycling or walking with negotiating a junction being the most hazardous manoeuvre and two thirds of all collisions and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd March 2017
LOCAL NEWS MATTERS
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House celebrates the importance of quality local and regional news and whether provided online, by photographers, newspapers or local broadcasters; believes that access to local and regional news is essential to the quality of life, informed citizenship, and promotion of a flourishing of democracy in all our communities; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd March 2017
REGISTER OF APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROVIDERS
Tabled by:
Mary Creagh (Labour - Coventry East)
That this House is concerned that at least 21 colleges across England failed to get onto the new Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers; notes that the new process and the trialled new approach to assessing quality was unfamiliar to all providers; further notes that the majority of failed providers answered …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
21st March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 349), dated 9 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 13 March 2017, be annulled.
76 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 25
Independent: 6
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th March 2017
NATIONAL HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL AND LEARNING CENTRE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House understands that the Government has accepted the recommendations of the Holocaust Commission whose report indicated suitable sites near Tate Britain at Millbank, near City Hall at Potters Field and by the Imperial War Museum; notes the apparent failure to consult locally and more widely before the proposal …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
15th March 2017
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th March 2017
WORLD TB DAY 2017
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises that 24 March 2017 marks World TB Day; notes that TB is the world's leading infectious killer, resulting in 1.8 million deaths per year; commends the Government's efforts to address TB at home through the introduction of the first Collaborative TB Strategy for England in 2015, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th March 2017
ST PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, on 17 March each year, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th March 2017
POLICE WIDOWS' PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House recognises that police officers often place themselves in the way of harm to protect their communities, sometimes making the ultimate sacrifice and leaving behind families and loved ones; is deeply concerned that the Police Pension Regulations 1987 do not allow police widows or widowers the opportunity to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017
BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE ACT
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House welcomes the 14th anniversary of the Government's official recognition of British Sign Language on 18 March 2017; celebrates the culture and heritage of sign language; and calls on the Government to enact a British Sign Language Act in England to give British Sign Language full legal status …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2017
UN INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF RACIAL DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March 2017; reaffirms this House's commitment to eliminate racial discrimination in all its forms from our society; and calls on the Government to officially mark the observance annually on 21 March each year.
48 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 17
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th March 2017
LEYTON ORIENT FC
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with deep concern that a winding-up order has been served on Leyton Orient FC by HM Revenue and Customs due to non-payment of taxes by the club's owner, Francesco Becchetti; further notes Mr Becchetti's highly dubious business record, including a criminal investigation by the Albanian Government, …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th March 2017
THREE SCOTTISH SOLDIERS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recalls the murder of the three Scottish soldiers, Dougal McCaughey aged 23 years old, John McCraig aged 17 years old and Joseph McCraig aged 18 years old, in Belfast on 10 March 1971 by the IRA; notes that in Belfast a time of quiet reflection is held …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
13th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th March 2017
AMERICA, ULSTER SCOTS AND ST PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the enduring and outstanding contributions to democracy and freedom which will be celebrated in mid-March 2017 in the US where the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ulster Scots President Andrew Jackson, alongside the annual celebration of St Patrick's Day in Washington, will be acknowledged; and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th March 2017
STANDARD FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PEOPLE IN DEBT
Tabled by:
Yvonne Fovargue (Labour - Makerfield)
That this House welcomes the launch of the new Standard Financial Statement (SFS) coordinated by the Money Advice Service to introduce a single framework for assessing people's financial situation when they are seeking debt advice; recognises that a common approach between creditors and debt advisers on recording income and expenditure …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2017
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th March 2017
ENDOMETRIOSIS AWARENESS WEEK 2017
Tabled by:
Stuart Blair Donaldson (Scottish National Party - West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine)
That this House notes that 3 March until 12 March 2017 is Endometriosis Awareness Week 2017, aiming to draw attention to the effect of that disease on the lives of 10 per cent of women of reproductive age who are living with it; further notes that the average 7.5 years …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th March 2017
FRANK WORRELL
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House remembers with deep affection and admiration the life of Sir Frank Worrell, the first black captain of the West Indies cricket team; pays tribute to a world-class batsman and to one of the greatest leaders any sport has ever produced; notes that his helmsmanship turned the West …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
8th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th March 2017
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
8th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th March 2017
IRAQI NATIONAL RECONCILIATION AND REDEVELOPMENT PLANS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its concern that the Iraqi national reconciliation and redevelopment plans at present contain no clause clarifying the fate of religious minority regions, including Ninevah Plains, and no intention to seek or include all religious and ethnic minority communities' input; and therefore urges the Iraqi Government to …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th March 2017
LOW-PAID STAFF AT LSE
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that cleaners who are employed at the London School of Economics (LSE) by the contractor Noonan Services receive inferior terms and conditions to their in-house counterparts in respect of sick pay, pensions and maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay; condemns victimisation by Noonan of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th March 2017
FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNICEF REPORT ON CHILDREN IN MILITARY DETENTION IN ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes 6 March 2017 as the fourth anniversary since the publication of the UNICEF report, Children in Israeli Military Detention; further notes that following the review of the application of martial law in the West Bank, including analysis of over 400 affidavits collected from detained children, UNICEF …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th March 2017
NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF THE SCOTCH WHISKY ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA), which represents the iconic industry globally, has announced the appointment of a new chief executive, Karen Betts, who will take up her position on 19 May 2017; understands that Ms Betts will become the first female chief executive of the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st March 2017
PROTECTION OF WHISTLEBLOWERS MAKING PUBLIC INTEREST DISCLOSURES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is gravely concerned by the provisional recommendations in the Law Commission's review of the Official Secrets Act and other legislation; notes the ability of whistleblowers to make disclosures in the public interest is vital for democracy, press freedom and the well-being of the public; is shocked by …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 27th February 2017
ENCEPHALITIS WORLD DAY
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises that 22 February 2017 is World Encephalitis Day, the global awareness day for people who have been directly or indirectly affected by encephalitis; thanks all those who wear red on that day in support of those who fight or who have fought encephalitis; congratulates the charities …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 27th February 2017
BOYS' BRIGADE
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the establishment of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Boys' Brigade; honours the Brigade's mission to care for and challenge young people through informal education and weekly activities, in partnership with interdenominational houses of worship; notes that the Brigade is the largest Christian uniformed youth movement …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 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
6th February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th February 2017
FEEDING TUBE AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises the life-extending and lifesaving benefits of tube feeding for children and young people who are unable to eat by mouth, or who are unable to receive enough nutrition from oral eating; acknowledges that some parents can face negative attitudes as a result of having a child …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th February 2017
OFFICIAL DRESS IN THE CHAMBER
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes the publication of correspondence with the Clerk of the House on official dress in the Chamber; further notes the request by the Chair of the Procedure Committee for information on proposals relating to such dress; welcomes the explanation by the Clerk of the House on this …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
7th February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th February 2017
DEBATE ON DIRECTIONS TO OCCUPANTS OF THE CHAIR
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House believes that the best time to discuss initiatives by occupants of the Chair, and views on conduct to be expected, is during the days before the election of a new Speaker, in order to avoid criticism of a sitting Speaker, and to make possible agreed directions.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
6th February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th February 2017
SUPPORT FOR CARERS AND OTHER PEOPLE WITH MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House recognises the vitally important work carried out by carers for those who suffer with mental health problems; further recognises those groups that provide support for these carers, especially Carers Trust Heart of England; acknowledges the extremely valuable work that this service undertakes in supporting those who care …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th 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
3rd February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017
GORDON AIKMAN BEM
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the life and legacy of Gordon Aikman BEM and mourns his death; notes the enormous contribution that Gordon Aikman made to Scottish politics; is in awe of his selfless campaigning work following his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age of 29; welcomes the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017
FOREIGN AID AND THE MEXICO CITY POLICY
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes with concern the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule by the new US President, Donald Trump; recognises the Global Gag Rule, otherwise known as the Mexico City Policy, requires that any overseas organisation receiving US aid not have anything to do with abortion; acknowledges that this …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017
PRESS FREEDOM IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House is concerned at reports of state censorship, in particular the firing, detention and wiretapping of journalists working for newspapers, websites and broadcasters in Turkey; notes that under the state of emergency and in the run-up to the April constitutional referendum in Turkey, the authorities have been carrying …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 8
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2017
LGBT HISTORY MONTH 2017
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2017, held in commemoration of the fiftieth anniversary of the decriminalization of male homosexuality in England and Wales; affirms that this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history, as well as the histories of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2017
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DESERT ISLAND DISCS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Desert Island Discs on its landmark 75th anniversary programme; thanks all the producers for a great show, excellent entertainment and wonderful guests over the years and for bringing much joy to listeners for 75 years; and wishes the show continuing success for the years to come.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
30th January 2017
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TAKEOVER BY HEINEKEN OF PUNCH TAVERNS
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House expresses its concern and reservations regarding the proposed takeover by Heineken of Punch Taverns; believes such a takeover could potentially stifle the UK's growing local microbrewery industry and limit the choice of domestic beers in pubs, especially at a time when new craft brews and micro-cider products …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
30th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th January 2017
HUMANITARIAN SITUATION IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the humanitarian situation in Syria, including the estimated two million civilians and opposition backers now kettled in Idlib and the half a million people trapped in the enclave of East Ghouta; notes with alarm that the Syrian regime, with the support of Russia …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th January 2017
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IN MEMORY OF TAM DALYELL
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with great regret the passing of Sir Tam Dalyell, a Father of the House who served as a Member of Parliament for 43 years; salutes his contribution as a great parliamentarian and as someone dedicated always to holding the Executive to account in the best parliamentary …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
26th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th January 2017
UN INQUIRY INTO ROHINGYA CRISIS IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses deep concern at ongoing human rights violations being committed against the Rohingya by the Burmese Army and security forces, including rape, executions, torture, mass arrests and the burning of villages; further expresses concern that lifesaving aid is being blocked to more than 100,000 displaced Rohingya; notes …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th January 2017
INTERNATIONAL FUND TO FINANCE ACCESS TO BIRTH CONTROL AND ABORTION
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the decision of the Dutch Government to launch an international fund to finance access to birth control and abortion in the global south; notes that this initiative is in response to the deeply regrettable reinstatement by President Trump of the so-called global gag rule, banning international …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th January 2017
200TH BIRTHDAY OF THE SCOTSMAN NEWSPAPER
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates the Scotsman newspaper on its 200th birthday; recognises the Scotsman's contribution to journalism and news in Scotland for two centuries; notes the newspaper's fine traditions of speaking truth to power, chronicling the history of Scotland and giving a voice to Scotland's political and civic life; and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th 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
18th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2017
ADOPTION OF A FORMAL DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of 12 December 2016 that Britain will adopt a formal definition of antisemitism in response to the work of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA); recognises that a recommendation formally to adopt a definition was first made in the All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th January 2017
ANTI-SLAVERY ACTIVISTS IN MAURITANIA
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is dismayed by reports of the continued persecution of anti-slavery activists in Mauritania; is concerned about the welfare of anti-slavery activists who remain in jail following an appeal hearing in November 2016 further to the conviction of 13 anti-slavery activists in August 2016; notes that anti-slavery NGOs …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th January 2017
ORGAN DONATION PRESUMED CONSENT
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House congratulates the Welsh Government on the introduction of presumed consent for organ donation in Wales; notes that 39 lives have been saved in the past year; is concerned that the UK has one of the lowest rates of organ donation consent in Europe; notes the UK target …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th January 2017
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CAIRNGORM MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the role of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue team, and its team leader Willie Anderson, for its hard work on the Cairngorms mountain range; notes particularly the selfless actions of volunteers who recently helped, in white-out conditions, to rescue Robert and Cathy Elmer who were trapped on …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th January 2017
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CARDIAC DISEASE IN YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes with deep concern that 12 young people die suddenly each week from previously undiagnosed cardiac conditions; believes that this figure is far too high and that more can be done to screen and better record the incidences of cardiac disease in young people; and calls on …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
10th January 2017
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PRESS REGULATION AND SECTION 40
Tabled by:
Anne Main (Conservative - St Albans)
That this House notes the significant consequences for local, regional and national publications if the Government was to commence section 40 of the Crime and Courts Act 2013; recognises that the state should have no role in regulating publications; believes that the commencement of section 40 would curtail the freedom …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th January 2017
PRACTICES OF PRIVATE PARKING OPERATORS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House is increasingly concerned about the practices of private parking operators, such as Smart Parking, in our cities and towns; denounces the use of disproportionate fines, sometimes hundreds of pounds for a stay only extended by minutes, and the subsequent harassment of users by threatening the use of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 10
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2017
GENOCIDE BY DAESH AGAINST THE YAZIDI PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House awaits an appropriate response from the Government to the genocide carried out by Daesh against the Yazidi people, who had been disarmed and were then abandoned by the Kurdish Regional Government; appreciates that this has left the community without a means of defence; recognises the need for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2017
HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2017
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2017 the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day on the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where an estimated 1.1 million people were murdered; commemorates the six million victims of the Holocaust, groups subjected to Nazi persecution and the victims of subsequent …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2017
2016 REPORT OF THE FIFTH INTERNATIONAL CARAVANA OF JURISTS TO COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House notes with dismay the report from the respected non-governmental organisation Somos Defensores that, during the first six months of 2016, no less than 35 human rights defenders have been murdered in Colombia; welcomes and supports the work done by and the findings of the 2016 Fifth International …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2017
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2017
REUNIFICATION OF CYPRUS
Tabled by:
David Lammy (Labour - Tottenham)
That this House congratulates the Cypriot leaders, Nicos Anastasiades and Mustafa Akinci, for agreeing to meet in Geneva on 9 January 2017; recognises all the work that, with the support of the UN, the Greek and Turkish Cypriot negotiators and their teams of advisors have done since May 2015 which …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th December 2016
SUPPORTED HOUSING
Tabled by:
Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House welcomes the Government's deferral of the planned housing benefit cap for supported housing residents until 2019-20; notes that people living in supported housing face a number of challenges, including significant mental health problems, learning disability, physical disability, homelessness, addiction and fleeing domestic violence; further notes that this …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Non-affiliated: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th December 2016
UN INTERNATIONAL MIGRANTS DAY
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House acknowledges the significant contribution that migrants make to all parts of the UK; welcomes those who choose to call the UK their home whether they are joining family, studying, working or seeking refuge or asylum; remembers all those migrants that have lost their lives fleeing persecution; and …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th December 2016
RECOGNITION FOR MUNITIONS WORKERS
Tabled by:
Bill Wiggin (Conservative - North Herefordshire)
That this House supports the award of official badges to those who worked in munitions factories during World War 1 and World War 2, many of whom are women, recognising their invaluable contribution to the war effort.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th December 2016
DEATH OF REFUGEES IN JORDAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with concern the loss of life of five people in the bombing of the Syrian refugee camp on the border of Jordan on 17 December 2016, which was allegedly carried out by Daesh; further notes the loss of life during another Daesh-led attack, which saw 14 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th December 2016
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th December 2016
OPERATION REPORT HATE
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House supports the Operation Report Hate campaign to raise awareness of hate crimes within the Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities and the need to report them; notes that hate crimes towards the Gypsy, Traveller and Roma communities are currently severely underreported; calls on the Government and devolved administrations …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2016
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OUTCOME OF PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IN THE GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes the result of the presidential election in the Gambia, held on 1 December 2016, which Adama Barrow won; welcomes the remarks made by outgoing President Yahya Jammeh which acknowledge his defeat and commit to a peaceful transfer of power; further notes that Mr Barrow will become …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
VISITOR VISAS AND FAITH COMMUNITIES
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the efforts of the Church of Scotland Glasgow Presbytery to engage in international twinning arrangements with groups including the Diocese of Hyderabad to promote and develop international and interfaith dialogue, constructive communications and mutual understanding; agrees that this kind of engagement benefits faith communities, and also …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
CONNAUGHT FUND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the findings of the Complaints Commissioner following complaints lodged by George Patellis and Adam Nettleship regarding the loss of over £100 million by investors in the Connaught Income Series 1 Fund; notes that Mr Patellis was Chief Executive of Tiuta PLC, a firm at the heart …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 5
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
GIFT CARDS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned to learn that an estimated £300 million has been lost to customers due to gift cards expiring, according to the UK Gift Card and Voucher Association; applauds the Sunday Post for highlighting this issue; calls on all companies who sell gift cards to remove arbitrary …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
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ACCESS TO EU RESEARCH PROGRAMMES
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the importance of maintaining the UK's world-leading research base; notes that this is vital to the UK's international reputation and to its future health, environment and economy; emphasises that science is international and depends on the freedom of all researchers to seek collaboration and training around …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 19
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th December 2016
Peter Bottomley 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
7th December 2016
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SIGNS OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes the report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission which highlights the overzealous approach of some employers to ensuring there is no sign of Christianity in work places, including the discrete wearing of crosses; expresses concern that this approach is tantamount to the persecution of Christians …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
6th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th December 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2016 (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House acknowledges that Human Rights Day, on 10 December 2016, provides a timely reminder of how important it is that all those who defend human rights around the world are safe from attack, that all people have the freedom of thought, conscience and religion and can claim their …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
DEATH OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is alarmed by evidence which shows that a mass murder of political prisoners took place in Iran in or about the summer of 1988 and that those killed are buried in mass graves at Khavaran Cemetery and other locations in Iran; and believes the illegal killing of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
5th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th December 2016
90th ANNIVERSARY OF THE FORMATION OF ICI
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House commemorates 7 December 1926 as the day on which Imperial Chemical Industries Ltd (ICI) was founded; recognises the significant contribution that ICI made to UK society and recalls a time when ICI was regarded as the UK's industrial crown jewels; further recognises its focus on science and …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
TITANIC BELFAST
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Titanic Belfast on being named the world's leading tourist attraction by World Travel Awards only months after being crowned Europe's leading visitor attraction; notes that this is the first time an attraction from the island of Ireland has won the esteemed honour; acknowledges that it has …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
APPLICATION OF MARTIAL LAW IN THE WEST BANK
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes that martial law has now been in place in the West Bank for almost 50 years and that the human rights organisation Military Court Watch has lodged submissions with the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention relating to the continuing practice of detention and transfer for …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
ROSA PARKS OF MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA, US
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that on 1 December 1955 Rosa Parks took a seat and changed the world; recognises the courage of a young, black woman to challenge the white racist segregation of public transport and civic life in Montgomery, Alabama, US; thanks the NAACP who supported Rosa Parks after …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th December 2016
NUTRITION SOCIETY 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates the Nutrition Society and commemorates the 75th anniversary of its formation in 1941; recalls that by 1930 nutrition was fully recognised as a science in its own right although at the time no formal learned society existed for the sharing and development of the science; notes …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
2nd December 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 2nd December 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that the world celebrates Human Rights Day 2016 on 10 December; further notes that this is a day to commemorate the UN General Assembly adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948; highlights that human rights are abused by repressive regimes across the world, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th November 2016
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes Sightsavers' Put Us in the Picture campaign; recognises that there are more than 1 billion people with disabilities worldwide, that one in seven people have a disability, and that 80 per cent of people with disabilities live in developing countries; acknowledges, that unless actively included from …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th November 2016
SICK PAY FOR CONTRACTED STAFF IN PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses concern over the terms of employment for contracted staff employed in Parliament by Servest, and other contractors, who are paid the London living wage but do not receive sick pay; notes that these employees do physically demanding jobs, such as cleaning, which are essential to the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th November 2016
POPE FRANCIS 80TH BIRTHDAY ON 17 DECEMBER 2016
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates His Holiness Pope Francis on his 80th birthday; recognises his spiritual leadership of over 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide; commends his leading contribution to tackling climate change, promoting sustainable development, welcoming refugees, building peace, encouraging prison reform, protecting religious freedom, and advancing global abolition of the death …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 28th November 2016
THE IRISH POST AWARDS AND THE IRISH IN BRITAIN
Tabled by:
Conor McGinn (Independent - St Helens North)
That this House congratulates the Irish Post on its highly successful Awards held recently; notes the contribution of the Irish in Britain and those from business, entertainment, sport, community, culture and construction recognised at the Awards; and thanks publisher Elgin Loane and his talented team at the Irish Post for …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 28th November 2016
SUPPORT FOR BEDOUIN VILLAGERS IN THE NEGEV
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House is gravely concerned at plans by the Israeli government to demolish the Israeli-Arab village, Umm al-Hiran, in the Negev area of Israel; notes with dismay that it reportedly intends to evict the 500 Bedouin residents of the village, which has existed for nearly 60 years, with the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 28th November 2016
RAPID RESPONSE FUNDING FOR LGBT GROUPS AND WORLD AIDS DAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House welcomes the report of the International HIV/AIDS Alliance on World AIDS Day 2016 on the new Rapid Response Fund for LGBT groups in 29 countries whose HIV services are threatened by stigma, discrimination and violence; is concerned that men who have sex with men are 19 times …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 25th November 2016
PUBLIC HOUSES AND PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern that more than 80 pubs in England are closing each month due to permitted change of use or demolition, in many cases without any local democratic process, scrutiny or assessment; believes that pubs make an invaluable contribution to community life in England; further notes …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th November 2016
LEASEHOLD RELATIVITY
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House believes that, in determining the price for a residential lease extension, relativity, which is the ratio of leasehold value without rights to freehold value, should be set according to empirical evidence untainted by the effects of the 1993 Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 and …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
23rd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Nicholas Dakin (Labour - Scunthorpe)
That this House notes that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month across the UK and that 17 November 2016 is designated World Pancreatic Cancer Day; congratulates all pancreatic cancer charities and their supporters for their activities to raise awareness of the disease during November, including the joint Purple Light initiative, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
CROSSRAIL INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS DISPUTE
Tabled by:
Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House is deeply concerned with rapidly deteriorating industrial relations occurring on the Costain-led ATC consortium tunnel fit-out contract which forms a key part of Crossrail; is dismayed that construction unions are being denied proper access to the site and its workforce; notes that workers have been denied payments …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
SHAME BASED CRIMES
Tabled by:
Baroness Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House deplores all forms of shame based crimes, otherwise known as honour based crimes, and recognises the need for better understanding of the unique implications and challenges these crimes present to statutory service providers to ensure that all reported incidents are investigated and that all victims are supported; …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
BASUKI TJAHAJA PURNAMA, GOVERNOR OF JAKARTA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the blasphemy charges facing Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, commonly known as Ahok, the Governor of Jakarta; notes that the police made Mr Basuki a criminal suspect, but not proven guilty, following a demonstration against him on 4 November 2016 mainly attended by radical elements seeking to pressurise …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016
PARAMILITARIES IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the revised peace agreement reached in Colombia this week between the government of Colombia and the FARC-EP; is alarmed by the rise of paramilitary activity in Colombia since the initial peace agreement was signed at the end of September; notes that the number of people forced …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 10
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd November 2016
DECOMMISSIONING OF IN VITRO FERTILISATION SERVICES IN ENGLAND
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House recognises the strain that infertility can have on couples' mental health and relationships; notes that more than eight in 10 clinical commissioning groups in England do not comply with the national NICE guidelines on IVF treatment and the subsequent effects that poor treatment provision has on patients; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th November 2016
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM STANDARDS
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes with concern that a recent investigation by the consumer group Which? found that there are carbon monoxide alarms available to buy online in the UK that are not compliant with the BS EN 50291 industry safety standard; further notes that such noncompliant alarms can fail to …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd November 2016
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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd November 2016
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
1st November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st November 2016
BILL OF RIGHTS FOR PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House applauds the World Psychiatric Association on the publication of a Bill of Rights for Persons with Mental Illness; recognises that this asserts a set of fundamental political, legal, economic and social rights to be afforded to all persons with mental illness, so that they are treated as …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
1st November 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st 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
31st October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 31st October 2016
GLOBAL BIODIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Caroline Spelman (Conservative - Meriden)
That this House has considered in full the contents of the WWF Living Planet Report 2016 and recognises the significant threat presented to the natural world through a 58 per cent decline in the recorded global populations of fish, birds, mammals and amphibians from 1970 to 2012; believes that without …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
31st October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 31st October 2016
PRODUCTION IN ST ANDREWS OF THE SILENT UNSEEN
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates the Marshall's Office of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Province of Poland, along with the General Elzbieta Zawacka Foundation and the Fife Migrants Forum on their production of the play, The Silent Unseen, in St. Andrews' Byre Theatre on 8 October 2016; notes that the original The Silent Unseen, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
31st October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 31st October 2016
SUPERBIKE WORLD CHAMPION JONATHAN REA
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House congratulates Ulsterman Jonathan Rea on claiming his second consecutive Superbike World Championship title on 29 October 2016; acknowledges that he is the first rider since 1999 to win successive world superbike titles and becomes a member of an elite club comprised of just four riders who have …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
28th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 31st October 2016
CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS AND DIFFERENT-SEX COUPLES
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes that while same-sex couples are able to form a civil partnership, different-sex couples cannot; further notes that on 2 and 3 November 2016 the Court of Appeal will hear Rebecca Steinfield and Charles Keidan's appeal against the decision of the High Court to reject their application …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Conservative: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 28th October 2016
MOUNTAIN RESCUE
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House acknowledges the outstanding efforts of Mountain Rescue in responding to the devastation caused by storm Desmond; commends the exceptional professionalism of the Mountain Rescue volunteers and the selfless bravery they demonstrate in helping those in need; notes that, during their numerous rescue missions during storm Desmond, Mountain …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
26th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 28th October 2016
SMOKING IN PRISONS
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the findings of Professor John Britton in his independent medical report regarding the harmful effect of second hand smoke within prisons; notes that this report was commissioned by National Offender Management Service in 2014, published in March 2015 but was withheld until October 2016; …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 28th October 2016
DENT PRIMARY SCHOOL FIRST AID
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That this House welcomes the creative first aid lessons taught to pupils by Dent Primary School in Cumbria; recognises the importance of such lessons, especially in remote areas such as the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales where help can often be far away; praises the creativity of the lessons as …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
26th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 28th October 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
24th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 24th October 2016
LAURA CAMPBELL AND LAURA'S APPEAL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates 16 year old Laura Campbell from Oban who through her campaign, Laura's Appeal, successfully persuaded 212 local people, including 101 of her fellow pupils at Oban High School, to register as potential bone marrow donors; applauds the remarkable support given to Laura and her family by …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
COLOMBIAN PEACE AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the official signing of the peace agreement between the government of Colombia and the FARC-EP and congratulates both sides on reaching this agreement after 52 years of conflict; recognises the ground breaking gender focus of the agreement and the transitional justice element which places the rights …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
GINGERBREAD REPORT ON CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Gingerbread, entitled Missing maintenance; notes that when child maintenance goes unpaid by a parent, children lose out; deplores the disastrous record of the Child Support Agency in collecting unpaid child maintenance, which has resulted in almost £4 billion of outstanding arrears; …
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 35
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th October 2016
EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Tabled by:
Stephen Timms (Labour - East Ham)
That this House congratulates East London NHS Foundation Trust on becoming the first mental and community health trust in England to be rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission; acknowledges the skills and passion of the Trust's staff; and commends them for the care they provide to their patients and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 5
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th October 2016
80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF CABLE STREET
Tabled by:
Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent North)
That this House welcomes the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Cable Street both inside and outside the Jewish community in October 2016; recognises the continuing importance of the battle to the UK's national history; and reaffirms its commitment to the fight against racism, fascism and antisemitism.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th October 2016
KAMAL FOROUGHI AND NAZANIN ZAGHARI-RATCLIFFE
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses grave concern regarding the cases of Mr Kamal Foroughi and Ms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, British dual nationals, who are currently imprisoned without charge in Iran; is worried for the health and safety of Mr Foroughi and Ms Zaghari-Ratcliffe who have both been kept in solitary confinement at …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 19
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
18th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th October 2016
CURRENCY CHARGES
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes recent reports of significant overcharging at money exchanges and bureaux de changes, particularly at airports where it appears that some companies, taking advantage of current currency fluctuations, are charging rates of between 15 and 25 per cent more than market rates for pound to euro exchanges; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th October 2016
FIFTEENTH ANNIVERSARY OF HOME-START GLASGOW NORTH
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Home-Start Glasgow North, based in the Maryhill area of Glasgow, on its 15 year anniversary; recognises that it is one of the leading family support charities in North Glasgow, established to increase the confidence and independence of families with at least one child under the age …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
18th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th October 2016
SYRIAN PASSPORTS
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with grave concern reports that Syrian citizens and critics of the Syrian government have had their passports declared stolen by their government; further notes reports that as a consequence of this, UK authorities have confiscated passports based on such reports from the Syrian government, while at …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2016
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AIDS AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports the Youth STOPAIDS It Ain't Over Campaign; recognises that despite enormous progress made in the global HIV and AIDS response over the last 30 years, 2.1 million people newly acquired HIV in 2015 and AIDS remains the second biggest killer of adolescents and young people globally; …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
18th October 2016
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ELECTIONS IN JORDAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the successful elections that were held in Jordan; congratulates the people of Jordan on this democratic process; notes the election of women into government; and offers all support that is needed to aid this government on its democratic journey.
5 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
17th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th October 2016
OVERVALUATION OF STERLING
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House notes the comments by former IMF Deputy Director for Europe, Professor Ashoka Mody, that the pound was 20 to 25 per cent overvalued in trade-weighted terms before the Brexit campaign got underway and that this currency distortion would have inflicted deep damage if it had been allowed …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
17th October 2016
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ULSTER TELEVISION
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House expresses concern regarding potential job losses at Ulster Television in Northern Ireland following its takeover by ITV; regrets the loss of the weeknight news review for future local capacity in news and current affairs; and calls on ITV to ensure maximum retention of Northern Ireland specific content …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016
WHITE GOODS FIRES AND PRODUCT RECALLS
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith and Chiswick)
That this House is deeply concerned by the potential fire risk currently posed by white goods such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, fridges and freezers, and the inadequacies of product recalls; notes that the London Fire Brigade has attended over 2000 incidents since 2011 to tackle fires involving white …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
27 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th October 2016
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SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND THE GIG ECONOMY
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the abuses of self-employment that have been documented in the report, Wild West Workplace; regrets that 10,500 self employed people delivering parcels for Hermes are vulnerable to low pay, bullying and insecure work, and that they do not enjoy the flexibility that is commonly associated with …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2016
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THROUGH THE GATE RESETTLEMENT SERVICES JOINT REPORT
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House notes with concern the recently published inspection report, Through the Gate Resettlement Services for Short-Term Prisoners by HM Inspectorate of Probation and HM Inspectorate of Prisons; further notes that Through the Gate is a flagship rehabilitation policy of Government which aims to reduce reoffending rates of those …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
12th October 2016
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WINDING UP OF FIFA'S ANTI-RACISM TASKFORCE
Tabled by:
Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House expresses concern about the recent news that FIFA has disbanded its anti-racism taskforce; notes with consternation that FIFA states that the job of the taskforce is over despite abundant evidence of continuing racism in world football, including incidents at the UEFA European Championships in France in summer …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th October 2016
Peter Bottomley 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
11th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
PROTECTING HUMANITARIAN WORKERS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses its outrage at the bombing of a UN aid convoy on the outskirts of the Syrian city of Aleppo, killing an estimated 20 civilians and destroying 18 UN trucks and their cargo of vital supplies destined for communities in areas controlled by opponents of the Assad …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
BABY LOSS AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Baby Loss Awareness Week which runs from 9 October to 15 October 2016, involving 21 pregnancy and baby loss charities in the UK to mark the brief lives of babies lost in pregnancy or soon after birth; understands the devastating impact that baby loss has on …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
SUPPORTING DEAFBLIND PEOPLE INTO WORK
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Sense, Realising Aspirations for All; notes that there are over 100,000 working age people with dual sensory loss and complex needs in the UK, 80 per cent of whom are currently not in work and are unable to reach their full …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
SOS 2020 CAMPAIGN FOR SEAFARERS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that merchant shipping handles 95 per cent of the UK's internationally traded goods, carries over 22 million passengers and makes a direct contribution to the UK economy of over £3 billion every year; is concerned that UK seafarer numbers have fallen by nearly 60 per cent …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th October 2016
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AERIAL BOMBING OF AN AID CONVOY IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is horrified by the unspeakable suffering of the Syrian people; applauds the aid agencies and workers helping to alleviate the humanitarian crisis; condemns the 19 September 2016 destruction, by sustained airstrikes, of a UN humanitarian convoy carrying aid for the Aleppo region; believes those responsible for the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern that the current first aid legislation fails to make adequate provision for mental ill health; further notes that the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 neglect the mental health of employees, and that the examples of health problems requiring first aid in the Health …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that Huntington's disease is a rare neuropsychiatric illness that is hereditary, with the child of an affected parent having a 50 per cent chance of inheriting the mutant gene; further notes that Huntington's disease affects 12 people out of every 100,000 in the UK, which equates …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
POLISH COMMUNITY'S CONTRIBUTION TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the unique and significant social, cultural, military and economic contributions of the Polish community to the UK; is concerned with the recent increase in hate crime and racist attacks against the Polish and other communities; and believes that EU citizens residing in the UK, along with …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
JOINT UNICEF-WORLD BANK REPORT ON CHILD POVERTY
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern the findings of the joint Unicef-World Bank report entitled, Ending Extreme Poverty: A Focus on Children, published in October 2016, which shows that almost 385 million children worldwide, including almost half of those living in sub-Saharan Africa, are living in extreme poverty on less …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
FORCED ORGAN HARVESTING IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with grave concern allegations of forced organ harvesting in China; further notes that victims said to be targeted for forced organ extraction are prisoners of conscience; acknowledges evidence detailed in Bloody Harvest/The Slaughter: An Update, by former Canadian Member of Parliament David Kilgour, lawyer David Matas …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ABERFAN DISASTER
Tabled by:
Gerald Jones (Labour - Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare)
That this House sends a message of wholehearted support to the people of Aberfan, Merthyr Vale and surrounding communities in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster on 21 October 1966 that resulted in the loss of 116 children and 28 adults, an event of such unimaginable and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 39
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
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DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS AND ANONYMOUS ELECTORAL REGISTRATION
Tabled by:
Marie Rimmer (Labour - St Helens South and Whiston)
That this House believes that current legislation for anonymous electoral registration disenfranchises a large proportion of domestic abuse survivors; commends the campaign by Women's Aid and Mehala Osborne to change the current legislation; notes that many domestic abuse survivors do not involve the police or courts in their own circumstances …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th October 2016
CREW OF THE MALAVIYA SEVEN AND GOL OFFSHORE
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern the fact that supply vessel Malaviya Seven has been detained by the Maritime Coastguard Agency for the second time since June 2016 for non-payment of wages to its crew; further notes that many of the crew on the Malaviya Seven are paid less than …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th October 2016
PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE PAYMENTS RECORDING EQUIPMENT
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes that personal independence payment claimants are some of the most vulnerable people in society; further notes that claimants are currently only able to receive an audio recording of their assessment if they themselves provide specialist recording equipment at a prohibitive cost; believes that allowing claimants to …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
ROUTINE PREVENTATIVE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN SUPERMARKET SUPPLY CHAINS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses concern about recent findings of high levels of antibiotic-resistant e.coli and MRSA on British supermarket meat, of UK origin; welcomes the commitment of the Foods Standards Agency to work with UK food retailers to reduce farm antibiotic use and Waitrose's recently updated policy, which prohibits antibiotic …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 17
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR DISABLED PERSONS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the UN General Comment of August 2016 backing calls for inclusive education for children and adults with disabilities; acknowledges that inclusive education can provide both quality education and social development for persons with disabilities, and help develop inclusive, peaceful and fair societies; agrees that inclusive education …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
REVIEW OF NHS STAFF DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House believes that the current staff disciplinary procedures in the NHS are flawed, outdated and require substantial reform; notes that while the disciplinary and capability procedures for doctors and dentists are set out in the national Maintaining High Professional Standards framework, procedures for all other NHS staff can …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
FREEDOM OF THE MEDIA IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is gravely concerned over reports of increasingly repressive treatment of journalists working for newspapers, websites and broadcasters in Turkey; notes that a recently published decree ordered the closure of 131 media organisations, including three news agencies, 16 television channels, 23 radio stations, 45 daily newspapers, 15 magazines …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th October 2016
GAS SAFETY WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes 2016's Gas Safety Week beginning on 19 September; further notes that this awareness week, which is organised by the Gas Safe Register, aims to highlight the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances, which can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning; notes that 5,123 …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 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
14th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
15TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS SOCIETY
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House commends the work of the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS), celebrating its 15th anniversary on 17 October 2016 in supporting the 690,000 people in the UK living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and 12,000 children living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA); notes that arthritis is an umbrella term …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
14th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
CO-OPERATIVE SUPPORT FOR PIRAP
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House highly commends the Co-operative for becoming the first retailer to back the Plastics Industry Recycling Action Plan (PIRAP) and welcomes the company's appeal to others to support this very worthy initiative; notes the conscientious position that the company has taken in encouraging more organisations in the supply …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th October 2016
VIOLENCE, DRUG USE AND SAFETY IN PRISONS
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House is concerned by the ongoing crisis in the prison system in England and Wales; notes remarks by the new Chief Inspector of Prisons, Peter Clark, who said that prisons have become increasingly violent and dangerous places; further notes that the latest Safety in custody statistics confirm that …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS AND DISPLACED PEOPLE IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the human rights abuse and persecution of Christians, Yazidis and other ethnic groups in Iraq; calls for financial assistance for displaced persons in Kurdistan in Iraq; further calls for a fair distribution of aid from Baghdad to Kurdistan's regional government for the displaced persons; and calls …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
POLAR OCEAN CHALLENGE
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House congratulates the great British explorer David Hempleman-Adams and his team on-board the 42 foot aluminium hulled yacht, Northabout, for successfully transiting the North East Passage and the North West Passage, thereby circumnavigating the North Pole in a single Arctic summer on 12 September 2016; notes that this …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 8
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
MISSING TYPE CAMPAIGN 2016
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Missing Type campaign, which began on 15 August 2016, for raising awareness of the very urgent need to increase the number of blood donors; understands that the first Missing Type campaign took place in 2015 and succeeded in its aim of visually and publically displaying …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
ISLAMIC STATE/DAESH - GENOCIDE
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls that on 20 April 2016 the House voted 278-0 in favour of declaring the actions of Islamic State/DAESH as genocide; notes that since that time that organisation has continued its appalling and systematic extermination of minority groups across Syria and Iraq; is dismayed that since that …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
IT TAKES BALLS TO TALK CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Colleen Fletcher (Labour - Coventry North East)
That this House welcomes the launch of the mental health awareness and suicide prevention campaign, It Takes Balls to Talk, across Coventry and Warwickshire; notes that the campaign is a public information programme targeted at male-dominated sporting venues to raise awareness of mental health support services and reduce male suicide …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
12th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
COUNT THEM IN CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House loudly applauds the Count Them In campaign launched by the Royal British Legion, Poppy Scotland and others to highlight the lack of gathered knowledge on members of our armed forces, their communities, where they live and their needs; wholeheartedly supports the objective to include new questions in …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISAS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the important role of international students in the UK higher education sector; further notes that 68,550 international students studied in the UK in 2015; recognises that international students contribute a net value of £2.3 billion a year to the economy, along with a great cultural investment; …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th September 2016
DRUG DEATHS
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House is shocked at the 3,674 drug-related deaths registered in England and Wales in 2015; notes that this figure is the highest recorded since comparable records began; further notes that the mortality rate from drug misuse was the highest rate ever recorded at 43.8 deaths per million population; …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
8th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th September 2016
RESTRUCTURING OF BBC MONITORING SERVICES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House notes that the BBC’s proposal to radically restructure Monitoring services at Caversham Park, Reading, is set to result in the loss of one in three of the workforce; further notes that the Monitoring service surveys the world’s broadcast and print media, selecting and, where necessary, translating reports …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 12th September 2016
SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the importance of Suicide Prevention Week 2016, beginning on 5 September 2016, and of World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September 2016, in raising awareness and understanding of an issue which deeply affects so many people; offers condolences to all those who have lost a friend …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
MALAWI FOOD CRISIS
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House welcomes the £24 million announced by the Government to support Malawi in the ongoing food crisis; notes with concern that Malawi is facing severe famine with an estimated 6.5 million people in that country identified as requiring emergency food assistance over the coming months; further notes that …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 8th September 2016
PORTSTEWART BEACH UK AWARD
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House acknowledges the recent award of Best Blue Flag Beach in the UK to Portstewart, Northern Ireland; recognises that there were 11 other beaches nominated, including some of the most famous across the nation, and by a public poll the beautiful and picturesque Portstewart was voted the best …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
AIR CHINA PASSENGER ADVICE
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House condemns the racist advice given by Air China to its passengers when visiting London; notes Air China advises that precautions are needed when entering areas populated by Indians, Pakistanis and black people; and calls on the airline to replace that advice with a general safety warning.
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
TEAM GB SUCCESS AT THE RIO 2016 OLYMPIC GAMES
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House congratulates Team GB on its stunning success at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games; notes that this is the first time that any country has improved its total medal haul immediately after hosting an Olympic Games; further notes that this is Team GB's best performance on foreign soil, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th September 2016
BONE MARROW DONATION
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises that three year old Ava Stark, of Lochgelly in Fife, has been diagnosed with inherited bone marrow failure, an extremely rare blood condition which requires her to receive regular blood and platelet transfusions; understands that Ava's condition necessitates a stem cell transplant in order to guarantee …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016
DISTRIBUTION OF ARMED FORCES COVENANT FUNDING
Tabled by:
Jeffrey M Donaldson (Independent - Lagan Valley)
That this House is concerned with the distribution of Armed Forces Covenant funding across all of the UK; notes that the regions of Northern Ireland and Wales are the lowest of the 10 UK regions in terms of successful small grant applications and total amount awarded in 2015-16; and further …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th September 2016
RETURNS ON SAVINGS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House acknowledges the extreme difficulties being faced by senior citizens, millions of whom depend on the interest from savings they have accrued over their working lives and now see negligible rates of interest, many close to zero, meaning they receive miniscule returns on those savings; and calls on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
6th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016
CANADIAN DECLARATION ON RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and congratulates the Federal Government of Canada on adopting in full the UN Declaration on Rights of lndigenous People; recognises the profound issues faced by the First Nations of Canada since European settlement; further recognises the worrying trends of high levels of attempted suicides highlighted by …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 44
Independent: 5
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th September 2016
PROTECTION OF MARINE AREAS AROUND THE UK
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House believes that following the recent referendum on EU membership, the Government should continue to strive towards UK fisheries being at or below maximum sustainable yield by 2020; further believes that the Government should not allow a return to historic levels of overfishing and instead continue to commit …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th September 2016
Peter Bottomley 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
6th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th September 2016
LIVE EXPORT OF ANIMALS - EU FREE TRADE RULES
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that recent statistics have revealed that in 2012 over 47,000 young calves and sheep were exported live from the UK to fattening farms and slaughterhouses abroad causing huge amounts of suffering to the animals concerned; notes that this practice operated despite the enactment of Article …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016
STROKE ASSOCIATION'S CALL ON GOVERNMENT
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that there are currently over 1 to 2 million stroke survivors in the UK, with about 2,000 of them in each parliamentary constituency, and over half suffering a disability as a result of their stroke, a condition which remains the fourth biggest killer in the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 2016
CHILDREN DISPLACED BY WAR
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of UN estimates that approximately 17,000 children in our world are forced to flee their homes everyday due to wars, in the process experiencing haphazard and dangerous refuge, often having to miss out on their schooling, social welfare and health needs; believes that those minors …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th September 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
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
PEACE DEAL IN COLOMBIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the peace deal in Colombia between the FARC and the Government, ending 52 years of bloody conflict in which many thousands have lost their lives; acknowledges in particular the measures to support the victims of the conflict; and urges the Government to continue to assist with …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
DAVID CALVERT - NATIONAL SHOOTING SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates David Calvert on his success at the National Shooting Competition at Bisley, winning the Queen's Prize for shooting for the third time in 15 years; and commends him on his contribution to shooting sports and for being an inspiration to all those involved and wishing to …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
5th September 2016
37 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
350TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREAT FIRE OF LONDON
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes that 2 to 5 September 2016 marks the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London in which approximately 13,000 homes were destroyed, 85 per cent of the city was devastated and an unrecorded number of people were killed or injured; welcomes the Institution of Occupational …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
JALSA SALANA 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House commends the organisers of Jalsa Salana 2016 on a wonderful event; celebrates the milestone achievement of this year's conference being the UK's 50th Jalsa Salana; notes that the event brought together around 30,000 participants from more than 50 countries with the aim of increasing religious knowledge and …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
5th September 2016
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th September 2016
CHANNEL 4'S YEAR OF DISABILITY AND UK PARALYMPIANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House welcomes Channel 4's Year of Disability and the commitment to broadcasting over 700 hours of coverage from the Paralympic Games in Rio in Summer 2016; commends the diversity of Channel 4's presenting and production teams in Rio, which includes the largest ever team of disabled presenters on …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st July 2016
WORLD HEPATITIS DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes World Hepatitis Day falls on 28 July 2016; further notes that tens of millions of people across the globe are affected by the various strands of hepatitis, with an estimated 240 million currently affected by chronic hepatitis B alone; welcomes that in May 2016, member states …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
21st July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
BUDGET FOR EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Tabled by:
Kate Green (Labour - Stretford and Urmston)
That this House is alarmed at the planned 25 per cent cut to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) budget announced in the Comprehensive Spending Review; notes that the EHRC has brought together the knowledge and experience of the Commission for Racial Equality, the Equal Opportunities Commission and the …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th July 2016
ROADWORKS JUSTICE FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises that many small independent businesses, including small shops and pubs, are negatively affected by road and utilities works; notes that some businesses, such as Castle Stores in Mow Cop, near Stoke, have lost as much as £800 per week over a three-month period this year due …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
DEATH SQUADS IN THE PHILIPPINES AND PRESIDENT DUTERTE
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House condemns in the strongest terms the extra-judicial killings of drug users in the Philippines; expresses the deepest concern that the killings come as a result of newly inaugurated President, Rodrigo Duterte, telling citizens to form death squads and in his words to go ahead and kill drug …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is very concerned about the situation in the Gambia with the continuing crack-down on freedom of expression, assembly and association, illustrated by the death in April of Solo Sandeng, Secretary of the opposition United Democratic Party, after being detained for participating in a protest in Banjul; is …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
MANDELA DAY AND THE LEGACY OF NELSON MANDELA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House remembers with respect and love, in the week of his birthday, the incredible legacy left by Nelson Mandela to the world; acknowledges that to many Africans he was known simply as Madiba; endorses the message behind Mandela Day that all citizens of the world should endeavour to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
MINING AT GONG-NGON LARI, TIBET
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes with concern the treatment of protesters in Amchok, Tibet who were highlighting concerns about the environmental damage being caused by gold mining at Gong-ngon Lari; further notes that this site has occasioned at least 30 non-violent protests; notes the latest protest occurred in early June with …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th July 2016
TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHANGING PLACES CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises that standard accessible toilets do not meet the needs of all people with a disability; acknowledges that many people with conditions including muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis and spinal injuries need extra facilities to allow them to use toilets safely and comfortably; applauds the tireless and ground-breaking …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
RETIREMENT OF NOLEEN DELENEY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the vitally important contribution made by Noleen Deleney to the catering services of the House of Commons on the occasion of her retirement from the House after 29 years of dedicated service; acknowledges her immense contribution in ensuring members feel welcomed and able to carry out …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 24
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
EU HIGHER EDUCATION LINKS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that many UK university matters and projects are connected with the EU, in particular its visiting student population and research projects; notes that EU undergraduate student levels in most British higher educational establishments are now so high as to contribute a significant proportion of their …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 14
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th July 2016
PLIGHT OF MINORITIES IN BANGLADESH
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House condemns the recent killings of innocent Hindu priests in Bangladesh; urges the government of Bangladesh to take strong steps to tackle the increasing levels of violence against minority Hindu communities in the region and ensure their safety and security; and urges the Government to encourage the government …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
PNEUMOCONIOSIS AND GRANT OF PROBATE
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned about the decision of the Department of Work and Pensions to include a requirement that relatives of deceased mineworkers be required to accompany any application with a Grant of Probate, the purpose of doing so to apparently reduce the overall amount of compensation payable under …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
RECOGNITION OF GENOCIDE BY DAESH
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House expresses profound concern that, despite voting 279 in favour and none against the motion calling on the Government to refer genocidal atrocities of Daesh to the United Nations Security Council on 14 April 2016, still, no such referral has been made; recalls the words of the Secretary …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th July 2016
STATUTORY MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House notes that workers in the UK lack adequate legal safeguards from working in uncomfortably high temperatures, owing to the lack of a statutory maximum temperature at which employers would have to introduce control measures, such as breaks, access to water or air conditioning; further notes that this …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th July 2016
CONSUMER RIGHTS ACT RAIL INDUSTRY EXEMPTION
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House supports the strong objections by consumer organisations Which? and MoneySavingExpert.com to the Government decision to give the rail industry a year-long exemption from the Consumer Rights Act (CRA); considers that this exemption would deny rail passengers greater consumer protection in the event of cancellations and delays, at …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
DRESS CODES FOR WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the right of employers to determine a dress code for public-facing staff but does not accept that they have a right to insist on the compulsory wearing by female employees of high heels which cause short-term discomfort but long-term conditions such as hallux valgus, bunions and …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ADOPTIVE FAMILIES
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that parents do not choose to adopt a child for financial gain, but feels that they should be supported to avoid financial stress when taking a child into their family; decries the inequality of self-employed adopters receiving no financial support during adoption leave unless they qualify …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
BASTILLE DAY ATTACK IN NICE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the murder of 84 innocent people and the causing of injuries to many people in Nice on Bastille Day 2016; conveys its sincere sympathies to France at this time of grief; and further states that the UK as a nation stands shoulder to shoulder with France …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th July 2016
ANNABEL LLOYD 1949-2016
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House notes with regret the death of Annabel Lloyd; recognises with gratitude the enormous contribution that she made to the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee over decades of service stretching back to the 1990s and beyond; further notes the sustained hard work involved in preserving the record of Parliament's …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 4
Labour: 2
14th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
RIGHT TO REFUSE TO ADMINISTER EUTHANASIA
Tabled by:
Rosie Cooper (Labour - West Lancashire)
That this House notes with serious concern the recent news that a nursing home in Belgium has been fined 6,700 euros for refusing to euthanise a resident in its care; further notes the court's ruling that the rest home did not have the right to refuse euthanasia on the grounds …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
STATUTORY FIRE SERVICE DUTY TO RESPOND TO MAJOR FLOODING
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House recognises the magnificent work undertaken by firefighters in rescuing people from flood incidents; acknowledges that, unlike in England and Wales, the law in Scotland and Northern Ireland requires the fire and rescue service to respond to serious flooding; believes this anomaly should now be rectified; understands that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
15th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
CLYDEBANK-BUILT QUEEN ELIZABETH 2
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the illustrious history of the Clydebank-built ship Queen Elizabeth 2; congratulates the shipbuilders of John Brown's shipyards in constructing such an iconic vessel, which has sailed over five million miles around the world over her 49-year history; notes the current plight of the ship, which now …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
TARGETED ATTACKS ON MEDICAL FACILITIES IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with very great concern the ongoing targeting of medical facilities in Syria by airstrikes carried out by the Russian Air Force and by Assad regime forces; further notes that doctors, nurses, healthcare workers, patients and civilians have been killed in huge numbers as a result of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
15th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
REFUGEE WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House welcomes Refugee Week 2016, which runs from 20 to 26 June; believes that this year's theme for Refugee Week of Welcome is particularly important given that the world is currently facing the greatest refugee crisis since the end of the Second World War, with 20 million refugees …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th July 2016
SUSPENSION OF OPERATIONS OF THE AL-WEFAQ GROUP IN BAHRAIN
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is seriously concerned about the suspension in Bahrain of the operations of the main political opposition group, Al-Wefaq, and the freezing of its assets following a request to the Bahraini Courts from the Bahraini Ministry of Justice, which alleged the action was necessary to safeguard the security …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
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FRANCE'S NATIONAL DAY
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House sends friendly greetings to the people of France on 14 July; notes that this date was designated as their National Day by law on 6 July 1880 in commemoration of the Fête de la Fédération which took place on 14 July 1790 at a time when the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2016
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ASSOCIATE STATUS TO EU RESEARCH PROGRAMMES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with deep concern the growing number of reports of British academics and scientists being asked to leave EU-funded projects or step down from leadership roles due to post-EU referendum funding fears, and of British universities coming under pressure to abandon international collaborations with EU partners; further …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th July 2016
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LETTING AGENT FEES
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that the number of private renters in Britain is growing and now sits at 18 per cent of the population; recognises that the rising demand for rented homes and shortage of genuinely affordable housing is pushing up costs and allowing some landlords and letting agents to …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Liberal Democrat: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th July 2016
TREATMENT OF NON-UK CITIZENS AND REFUGEES AND EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Thangam Debbonaire (Labour - Bristol West)
That this House notes with deep concern that the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) noted a five-fold increase in the number of hate crimes reported in the week following the EU referendum; further notes that the head of the NPCC has said that reported attacks include verbal abuse, attacks on …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2016
WIMBLEDON 2016
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Andy Murray, Jordanne Whiley, Gordon Reid, Alfie Hewitt and Heather Watson for their historic success at Wimbledon; commends Andy Murray for winning his second Wimbledon title and his third Grand Slam overall and applauds Jordanne Whiley for winning her third Wimbledon women's wheelchair doubles title in …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2016
GORDON REID AND WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Gordon Reid from Helensburgh on winning two titles at the 2016 Wimbledon Championships, the men's doubles wheelchair final, playing alongside partner Alfie Hewett, and the inaugural men's singles wheelchair title just 24 hours later, when he defeated Sweden's Stefan Olsson 6-1, 6-4; notes that these Wimbledon …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th July 2016
JOURNALISTS AT BBC PARLIAMENT CHANNEL
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House congratulates all those who are employed in producing content for the BBC Parliament Channel for doubling its viewing figures over recent years; appreciates the hard work that goes into providing live and recorded coverage of the parliaments and assemblies across the UK and the European Parliament, together …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 18
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th July 2016
VIOLENCE AGAINST AHMADI MUSLIMS IN ASIA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes with concern that recently members of the Ahmadiyya faith have been targeted in religious hate crimes across Asia; recognises that an Ahmadi mosque was attacked and destroyed in Central Java, which local media claims was the 114th attack on Ahmadis in Indonesia since 2007; further recognises …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 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
5th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th July 2016
JO'S CERVICAL CANCER TRUST
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the excellent work of Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust in raising the awareness and importance of cervical screening in the UK; understands that Jo's Trust once again very successfully championed Cervical Screening Awareness Week from 13 to 19 June, to ensure that as many women as possible …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th July 2016
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RNLI VOLUNTEERS AND KEY WORKER HOUSING SCHEMES
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises the essential service provided by the RNLI throughout the UK and the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; further recognises the importance of RNLI stations to coastal and island communities; notes that many local authorities set aside social housing that is reserved exclusively …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th July 2016
40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE ULSTER AMERICAN FOLK PARK, OMAGH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Ulster American Folk Park and Museum and the strong relationship between the United States (US) and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; notes that this anniversary underlines the special relationship between Northern Ireland and the US and its …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
4th July 2016
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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
4th July 2016
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DAESH ATTACKS IN IRAQ AND BANGLADESH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the recent Daesh attacks in Baghdad, Iraq, and in Dhaka, Bangladesh; notes that these were attacks upon the democratic process; urges the free world to unite in opposition to Daesh; conveys to the innocent families of those killed deepest sympathies; and urges the Government to continue …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th July 2016
COMMISSIONING OF INFANT FEEDING SERVICES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the publication by Public Health England of guidance for the commissioning of local infant feeding services; notes that the guidance states that breastfeeding is an important public health policy; is glad that the guidance has been produced in conjunction with the Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative, which …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th July 2016
SEEABILITY REPORT DELIVERING AN EQUAL RIGHT TO SIGHT
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that people with learning disabilities experience alarmingly high levels of sight problems, but also unequal access to the eye care they need, leaving many with poor vision or even loss off sight; understands that working age adults with learning disabilities are not automatically entitled to an …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 1
30th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 30th June 2016
ARTICLE 50 OF THE LISBON TREATY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes the next steps arising from the outcome of the EU referendum must be subject to proper parliamentary scrutiny and therefore that the Government should not submit its declaration to the European Council invoking Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty unless and until the full proposals it …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th June 2016
ATHLETIC MEDAL AWARDS AND DOPING
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the tremendous efforts and achievements of all British athletes that have represented the UK in international competitions in their various disciplines; congratulates those who have won medals and also those who came close in these competitions; commends them on their excellent sportsmanlike conduct and value for …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
29th June 2016
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BOMBINGS AT ISTANBUL'S ATATURK AIRPORT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the attacks in Turkey and expresses deepest sympathies to the families of those killed or injured; stands as one against those responsible for the horrific attacks; and will continue to preserve the democratic, human rights of all those living in the UK and beyond.
37 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2016
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE CIVIL SERVICE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes that performance management systems operating in central government departments are discriminatory and unfair; recognises that analysis of the government data by academics from Keele University indicates that there are statistically significant differences in performance outcomes based on gender, age, grade and working patterns and, particularly, in …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
EURO 2016 AND NORTHERN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland football team for its brilliant performance in the 2016 European Championships in France; recognises the hard work and dedication of manager Michael O'Neill, the squad and all those involved with the team; welcomes the great example that the Green and White Army displayed …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
28th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CENTENARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE SOMME
Tabled by:
Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the Battle of the Somme which began in 1 July 1916 and lasted until 18 November 1916; solemnly remembers the 58,000 British and Commonwealth casualties suffered on the first day and the subsequent 420,000 British, 200,000 French and 500,000 German casualties; recognises the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th June 2016
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CONSUMER CREDIT LOAN DATA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House urges the Financial Conduct Authority to mandate the compulsory real-time sharing of consumer credit loan data by all high-cost short-term credit providers with all UK credit reference agencies; and further urges that all high-cost short-term credit providers should search a real-time credit database and consider the search …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
27th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th June 2016
XENOPHOBIA AND POLITICAL DISCOURSE
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House recognises the hugely positive contribution made by nationals of other countries, including other EU countries, to the UK's economy, society, communities and families; condemns the xenophobia, racism and hostility that many are encountering; believes that political discourse and rhetoric both during, and for many years prior to, …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
27th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th June 2016
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY'S PARLIAMENTARY LINKS DAY
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House congratulates The Royal Society of Biology on organising this year's Parliamentary Links Day on 28 June 2016 on behalf of the science and engineering community; notes the timely theme of Science After the Referendum: What Next?; welcomes the Society's continuing commitment to serving the public interest by …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th June 2016
2016 REPORT BY UN COMMISSION OF INQUIRY ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN ERITREA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern the findings of the 2016 Report by the UN Commission of lnquiry on Human Rights in Eritrea, published on 8 June 2016; further notes that the Commission describes evidence of crimes against humanity by the Eritrean government, including the use of forced and indefinite …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th June 2016
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
14th June 2016
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ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICE FUND
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that disabled people are still under-represented in politics; further notes that a strong democracy is an inclusive one; is concerned that we need to do more to encourage a diverse mix of local, regional and national election candidates that better reflects the society we live in; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th June 2016
WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises World Blood Donor Day 2016; affirms the importance of donating blood, with just one visit capable of saving up to three lives; recognises the need for more young people to join the blood donor register; and hopes that the 2016 campaign will help to raise awareness …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
13th June 2016
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MATALAN AND SMART PARKING LTD
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House condemns the actions of companies, such as the retailer Matalan, who continue to employ the organisation Smart Parking Ltd to manage car parking for its outlets, including its store in Worksop, Nottinghamshire where recently it issued a parking fine against severely disabled shopper, Richard Cheshire, a wheelchair …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th June 2016
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MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE PESHMERGA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes the vital role played by the Peshmerga in protecting the Kurdistan region in Iraq and in helping to liberate Mosul in due course, as has often been recognised by Ministers and the public; further notes that many thousands of Peshmerga have paid with their lives or …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
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TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO (NO 2)
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House condemns the horrific act of homophobic terrorism against LGBTQ people in Orlando on 12 June 2016, and offers its sincerest condolences to the families and friends of those who were murdered; reaffirms the UK's solidarity with LGBTQ people throughout the world; and urges the Government to raise …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 9
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
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TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO (NO. 3)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the atrocious attacks on the LGBT community in Orlando on 12 June 2016 which resulted in 50 dead and 55 wounded; conveys its deepest sympathies to the families and to the American people at this time; notes that all those impacted by this act of terror …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th June 2016
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DIABETES AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes Diabetes Awareness Week 2016 and recognises that there are 3.5 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and a further 549,000 who have the condition but don’t yet know it; and further welcomes the theme this year which is set the record straight on a …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th June 2016
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DIABETES WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates Diabetes UK for organising Diabetes Week 2016; acknowledges hon. Members of this House, the hon. Member for Harborough, Oadby and Wigston, the hon. Member for East Renfrewshire, the hon. Member for Portsmouth South, the hon. Member for Eddisbury, the hon. Member for Hazel Grove and the …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th June 2016
TERRORIST ATTACKS IN ORLANDO
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attacks on innocent civilians celebrating Pride Month at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; extends its sincerest condolences to the whole of the US; recognises the tragedy as an attack of …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 13th June 2016
ORLANDO ATTACK
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House condemns the homophobic attack in Orlando, Florida that is estimated to have killed 50 people and wounded 53 more in what is considered to be the deadliest mass shooting in recent US history; welcomes the vigils that are being held in cities across the world with communities …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 46
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
THE 4TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2016 marks the fourth anniversary of the UK Government becoming a signatory to the Istanbul Convention on violence against women and girls; expresses disappointment that the Government, despite outlining their commitment to do so several times, has still failed to ratify this important …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2016
15 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
THE EU AND PEACE IN EUROPE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House acknowledges that in the period preceding the establishment of the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957, which later became the European Union (EU), there were a great many conflicts in Europe, including two World Wars; notes that the University of Uppsala, Sweden has identified that Europe has …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2016
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th June 2016
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ST DYMPHNA'S DAY CAMPAIGN ON FAITH AND MENTAL HEALTH
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House notes that 15 May 2016 was St Dymphna's Day, the patron saint of the mentally ill and those who care for them; supports and celebrates the St Dymphna's Day Campaign, which calls for parity in funding and support for mental and physical health, while also calling for …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th June 2016
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COLOMBIAN STATE VIOLENCE AGAINST DEMOCRATIC PROTESTORS
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House notes the Agrarian Strike on-going in Colombia in light of the Colombian government's failure since 2013 to fulfil its agreements to address the economic crisis in rural Colombia and the specific demands of the Agrarian Coalition; supports the Agrarian Coalition's democratic right to protest; condemns the excessive …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
7th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
PAMIS DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Promoting a more inclusive society (Pamis) on receiving the GSK Impact award which, in association with the King's Fund, gives access to £30,000 worth of funding; notes one of the many initiatives that led Pamis to win the award was its digital passport project which creates …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
6th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th June 2016
EUROPEAN FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House wishes the Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and England national football teams well at this year's European Championship in France; looks forward to Scotland qualifying for the next World Cup; and hopes all supporters travelling to the Championship will have a safe journey.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
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POWER OF GUARDIANSHIP
Tabled by:
Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House notes with concern the delay in introducing a new power of guardianship for the families of missing persons that was announced by the Minister of State for Justice, Lord Faulks QC; further notes the unnecessary distress caused to the families of missing people when financial institutions insist …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
CHILDREN AND ARMED CONFLICT IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes the UN Annual Report on children and armed conflict which has noted alarming trends relating to the number of children directly involved in the current conflict in the Yemen; recognises the work carried out by Save the Children in this area; supports calls made by Save …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
SANDS AWARENESS MONTH CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that June 2016 is SANDS Awareness Month; appreciates that during this month the charity will work hard to increase awareness of stillbirth and neonatal death; understands that the impact of losing a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly afterwards is devastating for all those …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
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QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST AND REGIUS PROFESSORSHIP
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Queen's University Belfast on becoming the first academic institution in Northern Ireland to be awarded a royally-sealed professorship; and thanks Queen's University Belfast for its exceptional research work on electronics, communications and information technology, particularly in the field of cybersecurity and communications.
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
150th ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1866 VOTES FOR WOMEN PETITION
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of the first mass petition for women's suffrage on 7 June 1866 which marked the start of the organised campaign for votes for women; salutes the many women who organised it and gathered signatures including Barbara Bodichon, Emily Davies, Elizabeth Garrett and Helen …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 27
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
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HIV PRE-EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS (PREP)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House condemns the decision by NHS England to not commission HIV prevention drug Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), leaving this potentially life-changing drug on the shelf and inaccessible to people at real risk of HIV; regrets that this decision came after 18 months of hard work from an NHS working …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th June 2016
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
6th June 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th June 2016
FUTURE OF THE BBC NEWS CHANNEL
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is concerned by reports that BBC management are considering plans to close the BBC News Channel altogether, or to significantly alter its character; does not believe that the commercially-operated BBC World News TV Channel, funded through advertising, offers anything like an adequate replacement for the UK news …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2016
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF UN PEACEKEEPERS 2016
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the International Day of UN Peacekeepers was first observed on 29 May 2003, the date in 1948 on which the first UN Peacekeeping mission began operations; understands that there are now 104,733 uniformed UN peacekeeping troops from 123 countries working alongside 13,000 police and thousands …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th May 2016
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th June 2016
CARERS WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes this year's annual Carers Week, organised by Carers UK, which runs from 6 to 12 June 2016; notes that this is an awareness campaign dedicated to highlighting the contribution of the UK's 6.5 million unpaid carers whilst spreading the word about support available to those who …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
SLAVERY IN MAURITANIA
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House welcomes the release of Mauritanian anti-slavery activists Biram Dah Abeid and Brahim Bilal Ramdhane following a decision by the Mauritanian Supreme Court; also welcomes the news that two slave owners, Sidi Mohammed Ould Hanana and Hlehana Ould Hmeyada, have been convicted by the Supreme Court for slavery, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
E-CIGARETTES AND THE TOBACCO PRODUCTS DIRECTIVE
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House affirms the enormous potential benefits to public health of e-cigarettes, or vaping, as an aid to smoking cessation; acknowledges the current best estimate, accepted by Public Health England and the Royal College of Physicians, that e-cigarettes are around 95 per cent less harmful than smoking tobacco; further …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
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
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLE OF JUTLAND
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House commemorates the centenary of the Battle of Jutland which took place from 31 May to 1 June 1916; recognises that more than 8,500 people died in the largest naval battle in the First World War between the Royal Navy's Grand Fleet and the German High Seas Fleet …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
OPENING OF THE SHETLAND GAS PLANT
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House welcomes the inauguration of the Shetland Gas Plant at Sullom Voe in Shetland; congratulates Total UK, its partners Dong Energy and SSE, and its many contractors and subcontractors in completing the largest construction project in the UK since the 2012 Olympic Games; notes in particular the challenges …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2016 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the barbaric, cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; is appalled at the theft of domestic pets and rounding up of …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
ACCESS ALL AREAS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is concerned that discrimination against assistance dog owners is widespread, with three-quarters of owners surveyed in the UK refused access to a business; recognises that owners of assistance dogs are entitled by law to access goods and services without discrimination; applauds the efforts of Guide Dogs for …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
US VISA POLICY, BRITISH CITIZENS AND THE KURDISTAN REGION IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House entirely accepts that the US has good reason to protect its borders; believes, however, that a recently enacted measure has the unintended consequence of making travel to the US harder for those seeking to build relationships with crucial and joint allies, such as the Kurdistan region in …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
GUIDE DOGS RESTRICTIONS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that guide dog owners and other assistance dog owners are still, even though it is illegal, frequently turned away from places and businesses simply because they have a dog with them, this practice being common place amongst taxi and private hire vehicle providers which often …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
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NATIONAL WALKING MONTH 2016 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises that walking can improve heart health and blood pressure, burn calories and increase metabolism, boost mood and enable people to discover their local community; notes that Living Streets National Walking Month takes place during May 2016 and is asking everyone to #Try20 and fit 20 minutes …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
ARMED FORCES AND CENSUS INFORMATION
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House believes that the nation owes a great debt of gratitude to ex and serving members of our armed forces, their families and local communities who bear the brunt of their role; accepts that the unique nature of military life brings with it many challenges which need to …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th May 2016
PUPPY FARMING
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the report Sold a pup?, published in 2016 by the RSPCA, on exposing the dog breeding trade in the UK; recognises that English law on dog breeding has not been updated since the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, and that consolidation of existing …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTIES FOR BENEFITS RECIPIENTS
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that Patients of the Court of Protection, people who lack capacity to manage their affairs, can have a Deputy appointed who can manage their affairs, including the ability to make speedy decisions on authorising payment for adaptations to the home and many other day-to-day expenditures; further …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
CHILDREN HEARTBEAT TRUST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports the Children Heartbeat Trust; commends it for the 127 families it has helped to travel to England for lifesaving surgery and for the assistance it also gives to the wider family circle; and wishes it every success in helping more children in the future.
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS DAY FOR CROHNS AND COLITIS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises International Awareness Day for Crohn's and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD); calls for further IBD nurses to be made available; and thanks all professional staff and carers who help those suffering from Crohn's and colitis.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
VALPROATE TOOLKIT
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern that the medicine valproate, which is used for the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, can seriously harm an unborn child when taken during pregnancy, including increased risk of malformations and developmental disorders; welcomes the development of a valproate toolkit to aid communication of …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
VICTIMS OF IRA LIBYAN SEMTEX
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House believes that it is the first duty of government to protect and promote the interest and well-being of its citizens, and therefore records its dismay at the failure of successive UK administrations to protect and promote the interests of the innocent victims of IRA/Libyan Semtex, their dependents …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th May 2016
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75TH ANNIVERSARY OF PROGRESSIO - PEOPLE POWERED DEVELOPMENT
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House congratulates the international development and human rights charity Progressio on its 75th anniversary; recognises its expertise in supporting some of the world's poorest and most marginalised people, especially women, to challenge unfair power structures and empower themselves; notes and supports its current work in fragile states like …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
LIFTING OF IMMUNITY OF TURKISH PARLIAMENTARIANS
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House expresses its grave concern at the decision by the Turkish Parliament to approve a bill removing parliamentary immunity from prosecution from elected representatives; is worried that the passing of the Bill, now subject to ratification by President Erdogan, may establish a monopoly of power in the legislature …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th 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
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th May 2016
RIGHT OF ABODE FOR FORMER BRITISH-HONG KONG SERVICEMEN
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution to Britain of the former Hong Kong armed forces from 1857 until 1997; believes that those remaining soldiers of the Hong Kong Military Service Corps and the Hong Kong Royal Naval Service who did not receive a UK passport following the handover of …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 26
Conservative: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 was the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made provision …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th May 2016
FIXED-ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Neath and Swansea East)
That this House welcomes the creation of the Fixed Odds Betting Terminals All-Party Parliamentary Group; acknowledges that there has been a widespread proliferation in the number of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) since the Gambling Act was passed in 2005; notes that more can and should be done by all stakeholders …
85 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd May 2016
ORGANISED DOG FIGHTING
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House regrets, despite it being illegal for 200 years, that organised dog fighting is still a daily occurrence in the UK; abhors this horrendous abuse as among the worst that can be inflicted on an animal; believes that penalties should be increased to ensure that the punishment reflects …
149 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 40
Conservative: 14
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2016
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SUPPORTING BRITISH MANUFACTURING
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House commends First Group plc for its decision, announced on 27 April 2016, to invest £70 million in the purchase of 305 new buses; notes that 204 of these buses will be built by ADL in Scotland and 91 by Wrightbus in Northern Ireland; recognises the benefits to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd May 2016
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FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF SEAMAN STRIKE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House commemorates the 50th anniversary of the National Union of Seamen (NUS) strike for a 40-hour working week and an increase in monthly pay to £60 or around £780 by 2016 prices; notes that the stoppage lasted 47 days and involved over 26,000 seafarers on nearly 1,000 ships …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2016
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CLEAN AIR ZONES AND EMISSIONS
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House believes that air pollution from burning diesel has a significant impact on health in the UK, causing thousands of premature deaths and reducing quality of life for many people; acknowledges that forthcoming legislation to tackle emissions, such as Clean Air Zones proposed by the Department for Environment, …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd May 2016
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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
23rd May 2016
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FOSTER CARERS AND THE PUBLIC INTEREST DISCLOSURE ACT
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA) does not cover foster carers; further notes that such carers are therefore in a vulnerable position if they choose to speak out about alleged wrongdoing or poor practice; expresses concern that this may act as a disincentive to …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th May 2016
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PREVENTION OF DRUG-RELATED DEATHS
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House remains concerned that drug-related deaths are at the highest level on record; recognises the vital role of drug treatment services; notes that the regularity of retendering for service can be destabilising and funding reductions are damaging, both to those providing and those receiving support; reminds the Government …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2016
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STEPS TO ELIMINATE HEPATITIS C
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House notes that hepatitis C is a major cause of premature death from liver disease; further notes that the World Health Organisation has compared hepatitis C to a viral time bomb; acknowledges that the condition is entirely curable by effective new treatments; and calls on the Government to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
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PROVISION OF NALOXONE TO EX-PRISONERS WITH A HISTORY OF OPIATE USE
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House recognises the vulnerability of prisoners following their release and susceptibility of substance misusers to overdose; recognises that overdose deaths are preventable with Naloxone; notes that provision of Naloxone remains patchy, particularly in England; further notes that this is hampered by the fragmented criminal justice and health provision; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th May 2016
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
18th May 2016
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NATIONAL EPILEPSY WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that 15 to 21 May 2016 is National Epilepsy Week, and congratulates the work of SUDEP Action and other charities to raise awareness, promote research and provide information and support for those affected by the condition; further notes with concern that people with epilepsy are 11 …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
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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 2015-16 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 …
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 28
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
18th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016
MOTHERS' NAMES AND MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that regulations from 1986 mean that 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 that the law should not perpetuate the offensive and outdated message that …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th May 2016
SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AIRMEN AND FAMILIES ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) on its 130th anniversary year; thanks the thousands of volunteers who give help and assistance, the caseworkers, the fundraisers and the telephone advice service; and wishes SSAFA more success and years of continued assistance for all service personnel …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
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DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports Dementia Awareness Week; congratulates the hard work and care that Dementia UK and the Alzheimer's Society give to sufferers and their families; and urges the Government to work together with pharmaceutical companies to continue to find a cure for dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
50 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 8
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016
CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY-RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House expresses grave concern at the failure of the Government to ensure parity in respect of terms of service between officers of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary and the Home Office police forces and Police Scotland; notes that the Department of Energy and Climate Change, as the sponsoring agency …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th May 2016
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130th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AIRMEN AND FAMILIES ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) on its 130th anniversary year; thanks the thousands of volunteers who help and assist, the caseworkers, the fundraisers and the telephone advice service; and wishes the SSAFA more success and years of continued assistance for all service personnel …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
3rd May 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 9th May 2016
COELIAC UK AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Lord Beamish (Labour - North Durham)
That this House notes that 9 to 15 May 2016 is Coeliac UK Awareness Week and congratulates Coeliac UK for its work to improve the recognition of coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis; further notes that there are still half a million people in the UK suffering with undiagnosed coeliac disease; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
27th April 2016
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HILLSBOROUGH INQUEST FINDINGS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House welcomes the decision of the jury which has sat for more than two years considering the evidence on the Hillsborough disaster; notes that the judgment completely exonerates the Liverpool supporters who attended the match of any blame; is disgusted by the actions of senior officers in the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th April 2016
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EARLY INTERVENTION THROUGH PLAY FOR CHILDREN WITH COMPLEX NEEDS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the report from the charity Sense, Making the Case for Play; notes that early intervention through play is vitally important for children with complex needs and their families, and brings a wide range of developmental and emotional benefits; regrets that children with complex needs face significant …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th April 2016
USE OF EXCESSIVE FORCE AGAINST PEACEFUL DEMONSTRATORS IN THE GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House condemns the use of excessive force by the Gambian security forces on citizens demonstrating peacefully in the city of Banjul on 14 April 2016, leading to the deaths of three political activists from the opposition party, the United Democratic Party; calls for a full and independent investigation …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th April 2016
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INFANT MORTALITY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Scottish National Party's manifesto commitment to a maternity package initiative, intended to be funded by Scottish taxpayers, which includes the provision of a baby box for new parents and their newly-born baby; notes that this box contains essential items to give each baby the best …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th April 2016
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COMMUNITY LANGUAGES TAUGHT AT GCSE AND A-LEVEL
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House congratulates the Consortium of Gujarati Schools and others for securing the decision that community languages will continue to be taught at GCSE and A-level; commends the Department for Education, Ofqual and the exam boards for recognising the importance of continuing qualifications in modern community languages including Gujarati, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th April 2016
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
26th April 2016
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NATO-RUSSIA COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the pragmatic and realistic approach adopted by NATO in its decision to invite Russia to re-establish the NATO-Russia Council; is encouraged by Russian acceptance of the rapprochement; and supports further NATO-Russia Council talks as a continuing step to improving relations and to help avoid unnecessary conflicts …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th April 2016
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RETIREMENT OF STEVE DAVIS OBE FROM PROFESSIONAL SNOOKER
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates Steve Davis OBE, an established resident of Romford, upon his recent retirement from the sport on a long and fruitful career in the world of professional snooker ; recalls that he developed his skills at the Luciana Snooker Club in Romford during the 1970s and went …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th April 2016
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HUMAN RIGHTS IN IRAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House has considered the report of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran; and expresses its concern at the continuing systematic discrimination, harassment and targeting of Bahá'ís and Christians in that country.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th April 2016
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ANZAC DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House remembers the heroic campaign that followed the landings of Allied forces at Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, on 25 April 1915; joins with all Australians and New Zealanders in commemorating the bravery of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who, together with their British colleagues and other allies, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th April 2016
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NATIONAL WALKING MONTH 2016 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises that walking can improve heart health and blood pressure, burn calories and increase metabolism, boost mood and enable people to discover their local community; notes that Living Streets National Walking Month takes place during May 2016 and is asking everyone to #Try20 and fit 20 minutes …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th April 2016
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CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING AGE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House commends the work of Vicki Cristofis and her campaign to raise awareness of the risks of cervical cancer; notes that cervical cancer affects women of all ages, including young people; further notes that the cervical cancer screening programme saves around 5,000 lives every year in the UK; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st April 2016
HOUSE OF COMMONS LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House commends the work of the House of Commons Library; acknowledges that as servants of the House, the Library's work is held in the highest esteem by hon. Members on both sides of the House; praises the Library's independence and impartiality; further praises the professionalism and competence of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 15
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
20th April 2016
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NATIONAL STALKING AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 18 to 24 April is National Stalking Awareness Week; recognises that the 2016 campaign is entitled Stalking Counts and is being organised to highlight online stalking as well as raising awareness of the support available to victims of stalking; appreciates the work done by the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th April 2016
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PARKINSON'S AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Parkinson's awareness week offers the opportunity for the wider community to become more knowledgeable about those having to deal with the condition; commends the tens of thousands of carers, families and volunteers for Parkinson's UK who are raising millions for the charity on a regular …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th April 2016
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BELFAST BLITZ
Tabled by:
Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House remembers the 75th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz; recalls the comradeship and courage those in Belfast displayed to one another in April 1941, helping to rebuild homes and businesses and providing food and shelter to those who had lost everything; and further remembers the 1,000 people who …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th April 2016
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FOSTER CARERS AND THE PUBLIC INTEREST DISCLOSURE ACT
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes that the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (PIDA) does not cover foster carers; further notes that they are therefore in a vulnerable position if they choose to speak out about alleged wrongdoing or poor practice; expresses concern that this may act as a disincentive to foster …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2016
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APPROVAL FOR DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY TREATMENT, TRANSLARNA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House welcomes the decision by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to recommend the Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment, Translarna, for funding by NHS England, as a result of a Managed Access Agreement; notes that Translarna is the first ever approved drug to treat an underlying …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th April 2016
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SCHOOLS' RELIGIOUS ADMISSION RULES
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House acknowledges that mutual trust and understanding between people of different backgrounds grows when they are schooled together, which also benefits social cohesion in society at large; and therefore urges that the current policy where new faith free schools in England cannot select more than half their pupils …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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SUPPORT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANISATIONS IN ISRAEL AND PALESTINE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House supports Israeli and Palestinian human rights organisations and non-profits that have come under attack from all branches of the Israeli government; expresses deep concerns that officials in the Israeli government are collaborating with extremist right-wing and fascist organisations such as Im Tirzu in order to silence those …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th April 2016
HER MAJESTY'S 90TH BIRTHDAY PUBLICATION
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the publication by the Bible Society, in conjunction with HOPE and LICC, of the book entitled The Servant Queen to mark the 90th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen who is the longest reigning monarch in UK history; commends the society for such a production which …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
12th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 18th April 2016
TERRORIST ATTACKS IN LAHORE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the barbaric suicide terrorist attacks on innocent Christians celebrating Easter at Gulshan-e-lqbal Park in Lahore, Pakistan; offers its deepest sympathies to the families of those killed and injured; requests that the British Consulate gives as much support as possible to the Pakistani authorities and courts in …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th April 2016
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USE OF SCHOOLS AND HOSPITALS IN CONFLICT AREAS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House views with alarm the continued use of schools and hospitals throughout the world to harbour armed insurgents at times of conflicts resulting in the failure especially to keep safe and protect young children and the sick from harm; and calls on the Government to urgently sign and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th April 2016
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PARKINSON'S DISEASE RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes continued efforts by the scientific community to find a cure for Parkinson's disease, including new and experimental efforts to advance research; and reaffirms its commitment to give full support where appropriate to those trying to find a cure for the disease.
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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RELEASE OF PALESTINIAN MP MARWAN BARGHOUTHI
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the Palestinian politician and elected Member of the Palestinian Legislative Authority Marwan Barghouthi has been held in an Israeli prison continuously since 15 April 2002; further notes that, despite spending the last 14 years in jail, he is still the candidate in the strongest position …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th April 2016
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TELEPHONE COLD CALLING
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the massive increase in recent years of the volume of telephone cold calling carried out by sales persons on behalf of a range of commercial companies, to the extent that numerous people, particularly elderly citizens, can receive unwanted telephone calls on a daily basis, sometimes leaving …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th April 2016
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INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE AND DONATION FOR REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the International Olympic Committee for its decision to donate £2 million to help refugees compete in the Olympic Games; recognises the importance of establishing the team of Refugee Olympic Athletes (ROA) which allows displaced refugees to compete in the Games; and wishes the ROA team success …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th April 2016
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FIONA SEMPLE, UNIVERSAL HEALTH VISITOR OF THE YEAR 2016
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Fiona Semple, the health visiting team leader at Campbeltown Hospital in Argyll and Bute, on becoming the 2016 UK Universal Health Visitor of the Year; acknowledges Fiona's 33 years of dedicated service to the NHS and to serving the needs of the people of the Kintyre …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
12th April 2016
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TEN POINT MENINGITIS ACTION PLAN
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House welcomes the 10 point Meningitis Action Plan put forward by Meningitis Now and Meningitis Research Foundation in light of the meningitis petition signed by over 823,000 people; notes the charities' concerns regarding the cost-effectiveness framework and adolescent carriage/intervention study; further notes the weight of evidence given to …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th April 2016
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HMRC AND UK PRODUCTIVITY
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the announcement in February by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to remove the valuation check service for unlisted companies' employee share ownership schemes to take effect from 31 March 2016; is concerned that this decision was made with no consultation of the representative bodies which promote …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th April 2016
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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL DEATH PENALTY REPORT
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the publishing of Amnesty International's annual review on the death penalty; celebrates the decline in death sentences recorded in 2015, which dropped from at least 2,466 in 2014 to at least 1,998 in 2015; is however deeply concerned that at least 1,634 people were executed in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
11th April 2016
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
11th April 2016
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MAGNITSKY RULE OF LAW ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2012
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House notes that, following the US Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012, as a result of their role in the death of Sergei Magnitsky and as a result of other murders linked to the Russian state, Artyom Kuznetsov, Pavel Karpov, Oleg F. Silchenko, Olga Stepanova, Yelena …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
UNICEF BREASTFEEDING CALL TO ACTION
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative on launching its Call to Action, which urges the UK and devolved governments to creative a supportive, enabling environment for women who want to breastfeed; supports calls for a National Infant Feeding Strategy board tasked with developing a comprehensive strategy and …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th April 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
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
11th April 2016
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MURDER OF HONDURAN ENVIRONMENTALIST BERTA CÁCERES
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the murder of Berta Cáceras, the Honduran environmental activist and recipient of the 2015 Goldman Prize; understands that she was killed for standing up for and campaigning to protect her indigenous community’s rights to their own land; calls on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th April 2016
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SELECTION OF UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY GENERAL
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the work of the 1 for 7 Billion campaign to introduce transparency into the process of selection of the ninth UN Secretary General, who will succeed Ban Ki-moon when his term concludes on 31 December 2016; notes that the campaign is supported by over 750 organisations …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
11th April 2016
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DROUGHT IN ETHIOPIA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern that Ethiopia is facing its worst drought in 50 years, with over 100,000 people displaced in this drought alone, and in the worst-hit areas, up to 90 per cent of livestock dead; further notes that the number of food insecure people in need of …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th April 2016
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WORLD HEALTH DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House acknowledges 7 April 2016 as World Health Day; commends the World Health Organization (WHO) for choosing diabetes as the day's theme; shares WHO's concerns that there is a rapidly increasing diabetes endemic in low and middle income countries; endorses World Health Day's three main goals of increasing …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th April 2016
22 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
UNESCO EFFORTS TO TACKLE DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes the efforts of UNESCO to educate against racism and discrimination and specifically to combat anti-Semitism; congratulates UNESCO and its Director-General Irina Bokova for the two reports published in 2015 which add to efforts to combat racism in sport and online; and calls for continued support and …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2016
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THE PUBS CODE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the Pubs Code, required by the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015, must be in place by May 2016; is concerned sections of the Code fail to deliver commitments given by ministers and fail to adhere to the will of both Houses of Parliament expressed …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
G7 INSURESILIENCE INITIATIVE ON CLIMATE RISK INSURANCE
Tabled by:
Caroline Spelman (Conservative - Meriden)
That this House understands poverty reduction among vulnerable people and countries in the developing world to be seriously jeopardised by extreme weather events, such as major droughts, storms and floods, which are being intensified and made more frequent by climate change; highlights the importance of insurance as a mechanism to …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
23rd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
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
23rd March 2016
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EPILEPSY AND PURPLE DAY 2016 CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Purple Day 2016, which takes place on 26 March; notes that this is an awareness day dedicated to highlighting sufferers of epilepsy; acknowledges that more than half a million people in the UK have the condition, whilst it affects around 50 million people worldwide; further recognises …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd March 2016
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POPE FRANCIS AND ABOLITION OF THE DEATH PENALTY
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes Pope Francis's call for worldwide abolition of the death penalty on 21 February 2016, and welcomes his call for Catholic national political leaders to suspend the death penalty during the Catholic Church's Year of Mercy, which began on 8 December 2015 and ends on 20 November …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd March 2016
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NHS DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the announcement by NHS England, Public Health England and Diabetes UK that by 2020 up to 100,000 people in England will be offered places on a nationwide diabetes prevention programme; acknowledges that those referred will receive personalized help on how to reduce their risk of Type …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd March 2016
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CONDUCT OF NIGEL FARAGE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes that emergency services were still treating the injured when UKIP leader Nigel Farage retweeted a message claiming that the terrorist attack was proof that the UK would be safer outside the EU; remembers that after the Charlie Hebdo attack he spoke of Muslims as the fifth …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
22nd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
UPRATING OF FROZEN PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with concern, the decision by the Government to halt uprating of pensions for UK pensioners who are living overseas; further notes with concern that this will impact up to 550,000 UK pensioners, causing poverty, loneliness and a loss of independence; notes that, despite calls for a …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd March 2016
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NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE ENFORCEMENT FOR SEAFARERS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House welcomes the Low Pay Commission's (LPC) recommendation in its Spring 2016 report that the Government create a public protocol to strengthen the investigation of third party complaints of breaches of the National Minimum Wage (NMW); notes that the LPC recommends that third party whistleblowers should be entitled …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd March 2016
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DOWRY BURNINGS IN THE INDIAN SUBCONTINENT
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns what it believes is the murderous, misogynistic and barbaric practice of dowry burnings in the Indian subcontinent; understands that these incidents, which are also known as bride burnings, have multiplied tenfold over the last two decades; recognises that they happen when a wife is murdered by …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st March 2016
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AUSTRALIA AND THE MARITIME BOUNDARIES OF TIMOR LESTE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the right of all nations to legally binding maritime boundaries; notes with disappointment that, almost 14 years after international recognition of Timor Leste, East Timor as an independent state, the Australian Government has refused to agree permanent maritime boundaries with Timor Leste in accordance with current …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
SUPPORT FOR BRITISH MERCHANT SEAFARERS
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes reports of increased redundancies of British merchant seamen in the North Sea; further notes the 65,000 job losses in the North Sea oil and gas industry in the last year; understands the pressure shipping companies are under to cut operating costs; expresses its concern at reports …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
NATIONAL DEFENCE MEDAL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that all those who serve in the UK armed forces do so knowing that this will require a great deal of personal sacrifice and will have a profound impact on their families; acknowledges that all military service involves an acceptance of substantial risk of injury, or …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
21st March 2016
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ANNIVERSARY OF THE CONFLICT IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House notes that 26 March 2016 is the first anniversary of the conflict in Yemen; is deeply concerned that over 8,100 civilian casualties and 2,800 civilian deaths have been caused by the conflict; welcomes the scaling back of Saudi Arabian forces in Yemen; and urges the Government to …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
21st March 2016
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FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF DISAPPEARANCE OF REBECCA CORIAM
Tabled by:
Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House notes that 22 March 2016 marks five years since Rebecca Coriam, of Chester, disappeared whilst working on the Bahamas-registered Disney Cruise Lines vessel, Disney Wonder, sailing between the USA and Mexico; further notes that a cursory investigation into her disappearance was conducted by the ship's captain and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
16th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th March 2016
EPILEPSY
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that sufferers of epilepsy carry a greater risk of premature death, with many experiencing other serious health conditions in their lives; recalls that the last National Sentinel Audit took place 14 years ago and identified many deficiencies in the care of 54 per cent of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
15th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th March 2016
SEVENTH COMMONWEALTH YOUTH GAMES - BELFAST 2021
Tabled by:
Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates the Northern Ireland Commonwealth Games Council on its successful bid to host the seventh Commonwealth Youth Games from 27 July to 1 August 2021; recognises the hard work of all those behind securing the games for Belfast and surrounding areas; notes the importance of the games …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
16th March 2016
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VISA AGENCIES
Tabled by:
Lord Cryer (Labour - Leyton and Wanstead)
That this House notes with concern that unscrupulous agencies have been coaxing international students to apply for employment, and providing the promise of visas in exchange for large lump sums of cash; further notes that visas are consequently refused by the Home Office on grounds of deception; notes that some …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
15th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th March 2016
160TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF WILLIAM MASSEY
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the exceptional achievements of William Ferguson Massey of Limavady, County Londonderry, during his lifetime; notes his role as 19th Prime Minister of New Zealand, 1912 - 1925, and founder of the Reform Party; highlights his belief in the strong bond between New Zealand and the UK …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th March 2016
THE CLOSURE OF GUANTANAMO BAY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes President Obama's latest plan to fulfil his pledge to close Guatanamo Bay by the end of his Presidency; notes that this is President Obama's last year in office and that his first executive order in January 2009 was to close Guantanamo; further notes that a recent …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th March 2016
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security Benefits Up-rating Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 246), dated 25 February 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 1 March 2016, be annulled.
97 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 6
Independent: 6
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
15th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th March 2016
CONTAMINATION OF WAR ZONES
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House recognises the long-term unresolved problem of toxic contamination of war zones, especially in Iraq; notes research on this problem recently presented by Dr Mozhgan Savabieasfahan to the University of Stavanger; is concerned about the lead pollution from burn-pits on US bases and from use of munitions and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th March 2016
MODERN SLAVERY
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House commends the inclusion of an explicit target to end all forms of modern slavery in the UN Sustainable Development Goals; recognises that modern slavery not only has a devastating impact on individual victims but also has catastrophic implications for international development by impeding health, economic growth, rule …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th March 2016
NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the great strides being made in the apprenticeship sector; and notes the steps taken to better utilise apprentices and offer additional avenues for education for young people, particularly in this National Apprenticeship Week.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th March 2016
ROYAL COLLEGE OF NURSING
Tabled by:
Maria Caulfield (Conservative - Lewes)
That this House congratulates the Royal College of Nursing, which supports more than 430,000 registered nurses, midwives, health visitors, nursing students, healthcare assistants and nurse cadets across the UK, in its centenary year; recognises the important contribution the College has made to promoting nursing and to driving excellence and innovation …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th March 2016
CLYDEBANK BLITZ, 75th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House marks the 75th anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz, which, on 13 and 14 March 1941, involved the bombing of what were seen by the Nazi regime as strategic military targets, including the John Brown shipyard, Beardmore shipyard, Admiralty Oil Storage and Singer Sewing Machine factory, then, munitions …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th March 2016
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
9th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th March 2016
UNHCR AND PATHWAYS FOR ADMISSION OF SYRIAN REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the world is currently experiencing the greatest refugee crisis since the end of the Second World War with 19.5 million refugees across the globe and another 40 million people internally displaced; further notes that Syria is the largest source of refugees in the world and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th March 2016
ST PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th March 2016
TACKLING RACISM CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House commends the Member of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Aberdeenshire East, Kain McLeod, on his efforts to tackle racism; condemns unreservedly all forms of racism and supports initiatives to tackle this blight on our society; notes the massive level of youth engagement evident across the whole of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016
BAN ON MICROBEADS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the biological and toxicological harm caused by microbeads, tiny plastic particles used as exfoliating agents in a variety of cosmetic products such as scrubs, soaps and toothpaste; further notes that in the US a ban on microbeads in cosmetic and personal care products will …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 29
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016
UN CONVENTION ON THE PREVENTION AND PUNISHMENT OF GENOCIDE
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House welcomes the recent resolution of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and the recent motion of the European Parliament each of which identifies the slaughter by Daesh of Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq as the genocide that it is; notes the recent …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th March 2016
ELECTORAL REGISTRATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House notes that data released recently by the Office for National Statistics further exposes an electoral registration crisis in our democracy, particularly for 16 and 17 year-old attainers; further notes the success of the Chief Electoral Officer of Northern Ireland's Schools Initiative scheme in improving registration rates among …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY AND THE ISTANBUL CONVENTION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House celebrates International Women's Day which is marked on 8 March 2016; acknowledges that this day helps celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women the world over; recognises that women still face a significant amount of inequality, with one in four women being subject to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 3rd March 2016
COUNTRY DEFINITIVE STAMPS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the need for equal availability and formatting of Scottish country definitive stamps; notes that at present regular first and second class stamps are available in self-adhesive booklet form; further notes that country definitive stamps should be available in the same format as regular postage stamps to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
CLOSURE OF THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER'S PRINT TITLES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House condemns the decision to close the Independent and Independent on Sunday newspapers, which diminishes media plurality and impoverishes the industry; believes that UK media will be the poorer for the loss of an important voice on the newsstands; notes that over 100 jobs could be lost owing …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
VOICE OF THE FUTURE 2016
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 2016 on 1 March in the House, 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 better understanding of …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned about serious human rights violations in Egypt under President al-Sisi's government; notes with alarm the chapter on Egypt in the Human Rights Watch World Report 2016 which highlights the authorities' imprisonment of tens of thousands and banning of protests, the courts' sentencing of hundreds to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 10
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
ORGAN HARVESTING IN CHINA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House calls on the Chinese government to end organ harvesting from all prisoners as this practice contravenes world medical guidelines; calls on the Government to work on legislation so that UK individuals and organisations do not unknowingly consent to the crime of human harvesting; and calls for the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd March 2016
MURDER OF GIULIO REGENI
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House condemns the abhorrent murder of the Cambridge University doctoral student and Italian national Giulio Regeni on 3 February 2016 in Cairo; notes that Mr Regeni disappeared on a day when Egyptian security forces had been carrying out a security crackdown in the city; further notes that the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st March 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st March 2016
RECORD COPIES OF ACTS
Tabled by:
James Gray (Conservative - North Wiltshire)
That this House disagrees with the conclusion of the House of Commons Administration Committee in its First Report of Session 2015-16, and regrets the decision by the House of Lords to discontinue the use of vellum for printing Acts of Parliament; further regrets that the views of individual hon. Members …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 20
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
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
29th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th February 2016
CITIZENS ADVICE NETWORKS AND ASSISTANCE WITH PRIVATE PARKING CHARGES
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the important work carried out by Citizens Advice networks across the UK in highlighting that the private parking industry, with the assistance of the DVLA and a flawed system of industry self-regulation, is increasingly acting as a mechanism for debt creation; notes the response to Written …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th February 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th February 2016
COMMEMORATING ELEANOR RATHBONE
Tabled by:
Louise Ellman (Independent - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House commemorates the long-term champion of women's suffrage, social reform and refugee rights, Eleanor Rathbone, on the 70th anniversary of her death; notes her many achievements as the first female member of Liverpool City Council and as Member of Parliament for Combined English Universities from 1929 until the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th February 2016
GENDER BASED PRICING
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes the recent research into gender pricing which shows that products targeted at women were, on average, 37 per cent more expensive than those targeted at men; further notes the research by Aviva in 2012 which estimated an annual difference of £200 between items priced according to …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 29th February 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
24th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th February 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th February 2016
HYPERMOBILITY SYNDROMES AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes the first Hypermobility Syndromes Awareness Week campaign organised by the Hypermobility Syndromes Association (HMSA), taking place from 22 to 29 February 2016, which encourages earlier recognition and diagnosis and needs-led interventions; notes that around 1.5 million people in the UK are affected by a hypermobility syndrome, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
24th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th February 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
23rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
RAF CADETS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Air Cadets on their 75th anniversary, commends them for the valuable contribution they make and the important skills they teach young people, preparing them for both life in the RAF cadets and adult life; and congratulates the very successful Air Cadets based at Regent House …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Labour: 1
23rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
SLATE INDUSTRY OF THE NORTH OF WALES AND UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE STATUS
Tabled by:
Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru - Arfon)
That this House recognises the immense historical, industrial, economic, geographical and cultural contribution that slate industry areas have made to the north of Wales; calls on the Department of Culture, Media and Sport to consider those industry areas for technical evaluation to be awarded World Heritage status so that future …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
TAX CREDITS OVERPAYMENTS
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes with concern the 1.6 million tax credits awards which were overpaid in 2013-14; acknowledges that this amounts to 30 per cent of the total awards paid and that 159,000 of the overpayments were made to households whose claim should have been terminated; believes that many overpayments …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
SYRIAN AIRSTRIKES
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House deplores the double airstrike attack on the Médicins Sans Frontières-supported hospital in Idlib Governorate, Syria, on Monday 15 February 2016, which killed nine staff and 16 patients; notes the UN's comments that such airstrikes are a blatant violation of international humanitarian law; condemns the bloody spasm of …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
LET'S BUILD A HOUSE PROJECT FOR RECONSTRUCTION IN NEPAL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the challenge facing the people of Nepal following the earthquake that struck on 25 April 2015, last for just 45 seconds, but causing widespread devastation and changing lives forever, with over 8,000 fatalities and over six million families rendered homeless; records with concern recent estimates that …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
URGENT HUMANITARIAN AID TO YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the delivery of three tonnes of medical supplies into Taiz, Yemen, by the International Committee of the Red Cross; notes that this is the first delivery of medical supplies to Taiz since August 2015; further notes that 200,000 people in Taiz are currently in urgent need …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
BRITISH SCIENTISTS AND GRAVITATIONAL WAVES
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House acknowledges the discovery of gravitational waves as a triumph for humanity which confirms Albert Einstein's 100 year old theory of general relativity, and is expected to provide vital insights into the evolution of stars, supernovae, gamma-ray bursts, neutron stars and black holes; commends the decades of scientific …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd February 2016
BRITISH LIBRARY (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House acknowledges the British Library's visionary plan, Living Knowledge, which sets out the British Library's direction as it looks ahead to its 50th anniversary in 2023; commends the Save Our Sounds programme which seeks to preserve the recorded voice and stories from people's lives and currently consists of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd February 2016
FILM4'S INVESTMENT IN BRITISH FILM AND TALENT
Tabled by:
Kevin Barron (Labour - Rother Valley)
That this House congratulates Film4 for a record number of Oscar and BAFTA nominations for Film4-backed films; further congratulates Film4's recent BAFTA awards wins for Best Documentary for Amy and Best Leading Actress from Brie Larson in Room; welcomes Channel 4's increase in investment in film to £25 million in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
10th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
USE OF DOGS IN PRODUCT TESTS
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House expresses concern about the use of dogs in the testing of products already tested on other species; notes the need to minimise burdens on industry as it seeks to develop new products; and supports the proposal by Cruelty Free International for the Government to urge a review …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
DISABILITY AWARENESS TRAINING FOR SECURITY STAFF
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House is concerned by recent reports of discrimination by security staff, in particular door staff in clubs and bars, against people with disabilities; notes with concern the lack of focus on disability in the training specifications set out by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), which regulates the private …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
WALK-IN CENTRES
Tabled by:
David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House notes that A&E departments up and down the country are facing huge pressure from increased numbers of patients over the winter months with many of these patients being asked to seek alternative treatment at local pharmacies or GP surgeries instead of visiting A&E to reduce demand; recognises …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th February 2016
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
COSTS OF PENSION SHARING
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that the fees imposed on consumers when splitting their pensions are excessive, often involving very little work and appear out of kilter with other charges; notes that the Government does not regulate this market and that it is dominated by five or six large pension providers …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
9th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
CELEBRATION OF SIR SALMAN RUSHDIE'S LITERARY ACHIEVEMENTS
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the cultural and literary contribution of the British-Indian novelist and essayist, Sir Salman Rushdie; considers Sir Salman Rushdie's contribution to literary and cultural life in the UK and around the world to be of considerable achievement; notes the many awards bestowed on him such as the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
9th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
HEPATITIS C
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that hepatitis C is a major cause of the rising number of avoidable premature deaths from liver disease; further notes that hepatitis C predominantly affects the most disadvantaged in society and remains a pressing public health concern; acknowledges the availability of highly-effective new treatments that can …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE IMPRISONMENT OF MALAYSIAN OPPOSITION LEADER ANWAR IBRAHIM
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the continued imprisonment of Malaysian opposition leader, Anwar Ibrahim, who has now served one year of his five year sentence for sodomy; notes that his conviction and subsequent imprisonment on politically motivated charges has undermined Malaysian democracy and confidence in the Malaysian justice …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
9th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
RATES OF SUICIDE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the high rate of suicide across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; notes that Northern Ireland has the highest rate of suicide in the UK for the second year running; and requests that the Government provides funding and facilitates ways of …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
UK FOREIGN POLICY ON THE DEATH PENALTY
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House reiterates its opposition to the use of the death penalty under any circumstances; notes with concern the Government's recent decision to abandon its death penalty strategy at a time when executions in countries such as Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have hit record numbers; further notes with deep …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
50th ANNIVERSARY OF SPINA BIFIDA HYDROCEPHALUS SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House congratulates Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland on its 50th anniversary, being celebrated during 2015 and 2016; notes that the organisation was originally founded as the Scottish Spina Bifida Association in 1965 by a small group of enthusiastic parents who each had a child with spina bifida or hydrocephalus; …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
4th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 5th February 2016
LANDFILL COMMUNITIES FUND STRUCTURE
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House recognises the positive impact that the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) has on local communities; further recognises that the LCF funds important projects such as nature conservation and youth volunteering; notes that landfill operators and the charitable organisations benefiting from the LCF are happy with its current structure …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Non-affiliated: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
4th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 5th February 2016
PROTECTING IRAQI CIVILIANS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes with concern the plight of displaced people in Iraq; further notes the Amnesty International report, Banished and Dispossessed: Forced Displacement and Deliberate Destruction in Northern lraq, and the UN Report on the Protection of Civilians in the Armed Conflict in Iraq: 1 May -31 October 2015, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 5th February 2016
PEACEMAKING AND AID IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes the growing need for peacemaking and provision of aid to civilians in Syria and that civilians are being besieged and starved in Madaya and other Syrian towns; further notes that the use of explosive weapons in populated areas has become a common practice by the Syrian …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 5th February 2016
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
3rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
HUMANITARIAN SITUATION IN SOUTH EASTERN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House notes the ongoing conflict in South Eastern Turkey; further notes with concern reports of civilian deaths and a deteriorating humanitarian situation in predominantly Kurdish areas; notes the disproportionate use of curfews as part of the Turkish government's response to the crisis and the suspension and detention by …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
3rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th February 2016
FIGHTING IN SOUTH-EAST TURKEY AND CASE OF TAHIR ELCI
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is deeply concerned by the sharp escalation in fighting in South East Turkey and the negative effect on the civilian population caught between the PKK and the Turkish Government forces, especially in Cizre, Silopi, Sur and Diyarbakir; notes with considerable alarm that the imposition of numerous temporary …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
SLAVERY IN MAURITANIA
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House notes that Mauritania consistently ranks among the worst countries in slavery indexes with between four and 20 per cent of the population living as slaves, most of them women from the Haratin ethnic group, and with slave status often being passed between generations; further notes that purported …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
CYBER BULLYING
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House condemns cyberbullying, online harassment and trolling; notes with concern the detrimental effect it can have on victims' mental and physical well-being; further notes that much of this bullying is sexist, racist or homophobic in nature; calls on the Government to equip young people and other web users …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
ATC AND CCF 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates the Air Training Corps (ATC) and the Combined Cadet Force (RAF) on reaching their 75th anniversary on 7 February 2016; notes that the ATC and the CCF promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force, that they also provide training which …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
LANCET SERIES ON BREASTFEEDING
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the publication of the Lancet series on breastfeeding; is concerned by the finding that globally a lack of protection and support for breastfeeding is killing more than 800,000 babies each year, causing more than 20,000 deaths from breast cancer, and costing the global economy around $302 …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
GORDON REID AND AUSTRALIAN OPEN TITLE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Helensburgh's Gordon Reid on claiming his first Grand Slam tennis title by winning the singles wheelchair final at the Australian Open; and commends him on his talent, his determination and his bravery in refusing to allow the condition transverse myelitis to curtail his tennis career and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS VICTORIES
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares on winning the Australian Open men's doubles title, and Gordon Reid for winning the Australian Open wheelchair singles title; commends Andy Murray for reaching the finals in the men's singles; notes that Jamie and Andy are famous sons of Dunblane in …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd February 2016
SEXUAL ABUSE AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that 1 to 7 February 2016 is the inaugural Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, which aims to ensure that, throughout the UK, a public discussion can be held about sexual abuse and violence; recognises that children, women and men can all be victims of …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
WAITANGI DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House joins the people of New Zealand in celebrating Waitangi Day, their National Day, on Saturday 6 February 2016, commemorating the historic signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 that marks the coming together of the Maori people and representatives of the British Crown; notes the importance …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
2nd February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
BOKO HARAM (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the violent attacks by Boko Haram in which huts were firebombed, burning people, including children, to death in Dalori village in North East Nigeria; and calls on the Government to give all medical and military assistance to the Nigerian government and authorities.
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
1st February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
PREVENTION OF INCITEMENT TO SEXUAL CRIME AND VIOLENCE
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns what it understands is the organisation of sexist and hate-mongering meetings across the UK by so-called pick-up artist Roosh V; believes that these meetings are misogynistic and that such behaviour is not tolerable in modern day society; affirms that there is never an argument to …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
CHANGES IN BEER DUTY
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is concerned that despite cuts in duty, the UK retains the second-highest level of beer duty in Europe, with the nation paying almost 40 per cent of all EU excise despite consuming around 12 per cent of produced beer within its boundaries; believes that cutting such duty …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
1st February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st February 2016
FINANCIAL TIMES PENSION SCHEME
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House is concerned about the continued lack of adequate protections for final salary or defined benefit pension schemes where companies are taken over; notes that when Pearson Group sold the Financial Times to Nikkei, workers were told that the terms of the pension scheme would be fair and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
1st February 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 1st February 2016
OIL PRICES
Tabled by:
David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House notes that since May 2015 oil prices have fallen by over 55.8 per cent and yet petrol pump prices have fallen just 26.9 per cent and diesel 34.6 per cent; further notes that reduced fuel prices, in line with the falling price of oil, would be of …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
28th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 29th January 2016
MOHAMMED AL-QIQ
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House notes with alarm that on 27 January 2016 the Israeli High Court ruled that Palestinian journalist Mohammed al-Qiq will remain in custody, despite his health condition being critical as a result of being on hunger strike for 63 days in protest of his detention without trial; expresses …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
28th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 29th January 2016
VETOES ON UN SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS
Tabled by:
Jo Cox (Labour - Batley and Spen)
That this House recognises that the UN Security Council has a primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security; further recognises the commitment made by all heads of state and government at the 2005 World Summit on the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016
CERVICAL CANCER PREVENTION WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes that 24 to 30 January 2016 is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which is aimed at raising awareness of the causes and symptoms of cervical cancer and the importance of cervical screening; further notes that cervical cancer screening has continued to see a decline in uptake rates; …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th January 2016
PASSING OF EXPLORER HENRY WORSLEY MBE
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the passing of explorer Henry Worsley as he undertook, unaided, one of the most arduous, difficult and testing journeys imaginable of an incredible 900 miles across the Antarctic in temperatures of -40c in aid of the worthwhile cause, the Endeavour Fund, which helps wounded service personnel; …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
27th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016
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
26th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016
UN AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN NORTH KOREA
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes the statement of the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 22 January 2016; welcomes his call for the international community to further all efforts to improve the human rights situation in the country; concurs …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th January 2016
FIRE AT MZUZU UNIVERSITY, MALAWI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with regret news of a fire at Mzuzu University in northern Malawi, in late December, which destroyed the university library and its stock of at least 45,000 books; further notes that the University was established in 1997 as Malawi's second national public university, and has admitted …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
26th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016
GLOBAL FUND TO FIGHT AIDS, TUBERCULOSIS AND MALARIA
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House welcomes the contribution that the Global Fund to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria has made to tackling these three epidemics since its creation in 2002; notes that investments from the Fund have saved 17 million lives to date, and led to a one-third decline in deaths from …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th January 2016
GENOCIDE IN SYRIA AND IRAQ
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House is appalled by the beheadings, crucifixions, shootings, burnings, other murders, torture, rape and extensive violence being perpetrated by Daesh or IS against Christians and other minorities in Syria and Iraq on the basis of religion and ethnicity; observes that this disgusting behaviour clearly falls within the definition …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th January 2016
RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION OF AHMADI MUSLIMS IN INDONESIA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes with concern reports that the Indonesian province Bangka-Belitung has banned Ahmadi Muslims from conducting religious activities; further notes that, according to local Indonesian media, over the last few years those who follow the Ahmadiyya faith have often faced intimidation, violence and religious censuring; recognises that freedom …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th January 2016
INVESTITURE OF THE CHANCELLOR BARONESS LAWRENCE OF CLARENDON OBE
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House congratulates Baroness Lawrence of Claredon OBE on her investiture as the Chancellor of de Montfort University; notes the Baroness' work to influence and empower young people to engage in politics; and wishes Baroness Lawrence the best of luck in her role as Chancellor.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
25th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th January 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
22nd January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th January 2016
TREATMENT OF YAZIDI AND CHRISTIAN MINORITIES
Tabled by:
Stephen Twigg (Labour (Co-op) - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House considers the treatment of the Yazidi and Assyrian Christian minorities in Daesh-held territory strongly indicates that genocide is occurring, bringing to mind previous atrocities committed against these communities; believes that now the Assyrians and Yazidis face their greatest existential threat ever, from Daesh; calls for the establishment …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 5
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th January 2016
ACCESS TO ELECTED OFFICE FUND
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that disabled people are still under-represented in politics; further notes that a strong democracy is an inclusive one; is concerned that the UK needs to do more to encourage a diverse mix of local, regional and national election candidates that better reflects the society we live …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th January 2016
INCREASING PARKING FACILITIES IN RESIDENTIAL RETIREMENT HOUSING COMPLEXES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House calls on the Government to ensure that elderly residents living in leasehold, residential and retirement housing complexes have access to parking facilities for vehicles and mobility scooters; recognises the health benefits gained from elderly residents being able to keep active and have guests stay; and calls on …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
25th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 25th January 2016
ROBERT BURNS HUMANITARIAN AWARD 2016
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the strong egalitarian principles of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns, on the 257th anniversary of his birth; congratulates Médecins Sans Frontières trauma surgeon Mr David Nott, who put his life in danger while working in war zones across the world and has received the Robert …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 22nd January 2016
DEATH OF ALMIGDAD MOJALLI INTERNATIONAL JOURNALIST IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is dismayed by the recent death of Yemeni journalist, Almigdad Mojalli, on 17 January 2016 in Yemen; acknowledges the bravery of Almigdad Mojalli in continuing to provide coverage of the conflict in Yemen for international news organisations, including newspapers based in the UK; notes that more than …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st January 2016
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SOUTHERN AND THAMESLINK RAIL SERVICES
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House expresses dismay at the substandard service provided by Southern Rail, Thameslink Rail and other rail companies causing severe delays to suburban commuters; stresses that the regular delays and cancellations on Thameslink and Southern Rail lines cause severe daily travel disruptions for thousands of commuters within South London; …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st January 2016
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GROUND RENT, BLYTHE COURT
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House, noting the listing of Lot 115, 1 Blythe Court, B46 with a guide price of £65,000, asks Barnard Marcus Auctions to withdraw the lot and refer the sellers to the appropriate authorities for withholding essential information of penal ground rent provisions that make the premises worthless.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
20th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016
PALESTINE YOUTH ORCHESTRA IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House welcomes the forthcoming Palestine Youth Orchestra's visit to Scotland in the summer of 2016, and looks forward to its arrival in Glasgow in July as it embarks on a period of intensive rehearsal prior to undertaking a tour of major cities across the UK; supports the young …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st January 2016
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JAMES WATT AND THE CONDENSING STEAM ENGINE
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House celebrates 250 years since the invention of the condensing steam engine by Greenock-born inventor James Watt; appreciates that Watt's improvements to the steam engine enabled the industrial revolution, and a significant advancement of our scientific knowledge to take place; believes that Watt's achievements in the fields of …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016
CONDITIONS OF AGENCY WORKERS
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes that employees hired via agencies and third party bodies are not subject to the same conditions and rights as non-agency employees performing equivalent work; further notes that this leads to unacceptable exploitation of agency and third party workers; notes that, particularly in the case of agency …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 21st January 2016
BEMIS CELEBRATES BURNS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the BEMIS Celebrates Burns finale celebration at the Celtic Connections Festival in Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket on Robert Burns Day; champions this diverse community celebration as a unique partnership between BEMIS and the world-renowned Celtic Connections Music Festival; considers that this event marks the culmination of the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2016
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KNIGHTHOODS FOR REMAINING 1966 WORLD CUP SQUAD
Tabled by:
Graham Stringer (Labour - Blackley and Middleton South)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to football made by the members of England's 1966 World Cup-winning team; notes the honours given to Sir Bobby Charlton and Sir Geoff Hurst; calls for the remaining members of that team to be honoured with knighthoods; believes this to be a fitting …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016
OPEN DOORS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Open Doors on the launch of its 2016 report and for highlighting the persecution of Christians; stands alongside Open Doors in its fight to protect both Christians and those who follow other religions; and believes that freedom of belief and religion should be available to all …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016
SCOUTS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates the Scouts as it celebrates its 100th anniversary this year; recognises the fantastic contribution that the Scouts have made across the UK and the positive impact they have on the lives of many children and young people, teaching vital life skills not available in the classroom; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016
FISHERIES
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House asks that, during his negotiations with the EU, the Prime Minister raise the matter of the fishing industry; and seeks to end EU control over quotas and fishing rights to ensure those quotas and rights are both fair and reflective of the levels of fish stocks in …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 1
19th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016
DETENTION OF TAIR KAMINER IN ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern reports that on 10 January 2016, a 19-year-old Israeli conscientious objector, Tair Kaminer, was sentenced to 20 days of imprisonment for her refusal to enlist in the Israeli army; further notes that, with tensions high in Israel, this is a particularly difficult time to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2016
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25TH ANNIVERSARY OF OPERATION DESERT STORM/GRANBY
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House marks the 25th Anniversary of Operation Desert Storm/Granby to liberate Kuwait from occupation by Saddam Hussein's forces; recognises that the effort was based on a coalition of 34 countries; salutes the nearly 50,000 Britons who served in the successful operation and the 47 Britons who made the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 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
19th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
WORKPLACE EQUALITY INDEX 2016 AND THE GOLDEN JUBILEE NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that more than 400 organisations took part in the 2016 Workplace Equality Index (WEI) organised by Stonewall UK the highest number in its 12-year history; understands that the WEI is a powerful evidence-based benchmarking tool used by employers to assess their achievements and progress on LGBT …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House takes note of the thirtieth anniversary of the Dr Martin Luther King Jr. US federal holiday, on the third Monday in every January which is in recognition of his lifetime of achievements; recognises Dr King as one of history's greatest civil rights campaigners; acknowledges the sixtieth anniversary …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th January 2016
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ARRIVAL OF AFGHAN CYCLISTS IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises the achievements of 48 year-old Nadir Shah Nangarhari and 17 year-old Fairooz Khan Nangarhari from Afghanistan who have been cycling through 13 different countries over the last six months to help promote peace and solidarity from Afghanistan and among its worldwide diaspora; notes that the trip …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2016
DETENTION OF TRADE UNIONISTS AND WORKERS' RIGHTS ADVOCATES IN GUANGZHOU
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House notes with concern the detention by the Chinese authorities of leading trade union activists and workers' rights advocates in Guangzhou, China, despite none of those involved having advocated or taken part in any violent acts; further notes well-verified sources quoted in the Financial Times and New York …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th January 2016
MÉDECINS SANS FRONTIÈRS HOSPITAL ATTACKS
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House extends its condolences to people harmed in the attack on the Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in northern Yemen on 10 January 2016; notes that this is the third attack in the last three months on a Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in Yemen; further notes that the UN …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
13th January 2016
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ATTACKS IN EUROPEAN CITIES
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the appalling events over recent months in European cities, including Cologne, Stuttgart and Helsinki, where a series of attacks have taken place with women appearing to have been particularly singled out by many perpetrators; is concerned that media reports of these attacks initially were isolated and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
13th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2016
TEENAGERS AND MENINGITIS
Tabled by:
David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House notes that teenagers are the second most at-risk group, after babies and toddlers, for contracting meningitis; expresses concern at national statistics revealing that less than half of those eligible for a free new vaccine have received it; and appeals to the Government to energise the meningitis awareness …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
12th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2016
SELLING OF COMPLEX FINANCIAL PRODUCTS KNOWN AS EMBEDDED SWAPS AND FIXED RATE SWAPS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises that many thousands of small and medium-sized businesses across the UK have been inappropriately sold complex financial products, including so called embedded swaps and fixed rate swaps; notes that many of these embedded swap products were sold without proper explanation of either the conditions or costs …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
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INTERNET DELIVERY CHARGES AND SERVICE
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the inequality across the nations of the UK of charging and service for delivery of goods bought through internet transactions and welcomes the work already done by Citizens Advice Scotland, Citizens Advice and the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland to highlight the ongoing inequity of delivery …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
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THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF SAVE BRITISH SCIENCE
Tabled by:
Stephen Metcalfe (Conservative - South Basildon and East Thurrock)
That this House marks the thirtieth anniversary of the advertisement placed in The Times on 13 January 1986 by 1,500 scientists which called on the public to ask their hon. Members to save British science before it is too late; notes that at that time concern was expressed about the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th January 2016
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TFL CONSULTATION ON VAUXHALL CROSS AND VAUXHALL BUS STATION
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House regrets that Transport for London (TfL) and the London Borough of Lambeth have disregarded requests from local residents to extend the consultation period about their plans for the future of Vauxhall Cross and the proposed demolition of the bus station; notes that so far fewer than 1,000 …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
11th January 2016
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ROBERT WALLACE AND THE ROYAL MAIL
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House recognises Greenock's first Member of Parliament, Robert Wallace, and his contribution to the success of the Royal Mail; notes his important role in initiating the campaign for cheap postage, and the resulting reform of the postal service, reduction of corruption, and more accessible services for people across …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
11th January 2016
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EMERGENCY AID FOR STARVING CIVILIANS IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with very great concern reports that Syrian civilians in towns including Madaya and Zabadani are being besieged and starved by forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad; regrets the horrendous suffering experienced by these men, women and children, who have been without food for months; further notes with …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th January 2016
DAIRY COUNCIL CEREMONY OF THE CHRISTMAS CHEESES 2015
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House congratulates the Dairy Council in staging the 2015 Ceremony of the Christmas Cheeses, which forms the beginning of the Chelsea Pensioners' traditional Christmas celebrations; further congratulates in-pensioner Derek Walters BEM, who was given the honour of cutting the cheese at this historic ceremony; notes that dairy products …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 11th January 2016
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
6th January 2016
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th January 2016
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
6th January 2016
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VOTING FOR HON. MEMBERS ON MATERNITY OR PATERNITY LEAVE
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Highgate)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward proposals to allow hon. Members on maternity or paternity leave to vote by proxy during their absence from the House; notes that there are no standing orders in place permitting hon. Members to vote whilst caring for young children or …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th January 2016
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COUNTER-EXTREMISM MEASURES AND YOUTH GROUPS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned at the potential inclusion of established institutions such as the Boy Scouts and Sunday schools of new proposals to formally register groups under counter-extremism plans; and resolves to protect established and innocent groups from plans meant to address genuine radicalisation and extremism.
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th January 2016
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BOKO HARAM
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns Boko Haram's murders in Maiduguri and Madagali, Nigeria; and reiterates its commitment to defeating lslamic extremists and terrorism wherever they may be.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
6th January 2016
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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
6th January 2016
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RAIF BADAWI - SAKHAROV PRIZE FOR FREEDOM OF THOUGHT
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House congratulates Raif Badawi for being awarded the 2015 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought; applauds him for advocating freedom of thought and expression; expresses dismay that he was unable to collect his award in person due to being imprisoned in Saudi Arabia; is appalled that he has …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th January 2016
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MESOTHELIOMA RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough and Thornaby East)
That this House notes with concern that mesothelioma is an invasive form of lung cancer caused primarily by prior exposure to asbestos; recognises that there is currently no cure for this devastating disease and that mesothelioma patients frequently have a very short life expectancy and experience complex and debilitating symptoms; …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th January 2016
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NALOXONE PROVISION TO PRISONERS ON RELEASE
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend)
That this House recognises that the risk of a drug-related death is 7.5 times higher for UK prisoners in the first fortnight following their release; notes that almost all these overdose deaths are potentially preventable with Naloxone; further notes that a significant number of local authorities are still failing to …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th January 2016
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MICROPROCESSOR KNEES
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses serious concern at the decision of NHS England to delay the clinical commissioning policy (D01X02) on prosthetics (microprocessor knees) for lower limb loss that has been on hold since April 2013; recognises that this policy is needed to ensure that NHS amputee patients can access appropriate …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
Crossbench: 1
5th January 2016
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PRINCE'S TRUST
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates The Prince's Trust on its fortieth anniversary; and recognises the important work conducted by the Trust across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
17th December 2015
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SITUATION OF CHILDREN IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House is concerned by the dreadful situation currently faced by 9.9 million children in Yemen, a war-torn country with the highest number of people in humanitarian need in the world; notes with concern that since March 2015 over 5,700 civilians have been killed, including more than 630 children, …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th December 2015
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SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN CONFLICT IN DARFUR
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House is deeply concerned that sexual violence is a persistent and endemic part of the conflict in Darfur; is disturbed by the findings of the recent report by Waging Peace Rape in Darfur: A History of Predation on the use of rape as a weapon of war; is …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
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ROAD SAFETY AND THE SAFE SYSTEM APPROACH
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the internationally recognised Safe System approach adopted by Highways England for the strategic road network; notes that a clear long-term goal for no-one to be harmed on this network has been set, supported by an objective for a 40 per cent reduction in those killed and …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
ELECTORAL FRAUD IN HAITI
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House notes with concern reports of grave irregularities and massive acts of fraud in the elections in Haiti regarding counting and tabulation of votes; rejects any attempts to influence the electoral results through corruption or force; condemns violence against the tens of thousands of people, including human rights …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
PROFESSIONALISM OF HOUSE OF COMMONS STAFF
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House respects the unrivalled professionalism, skill and commitment of all support staff employed on the House of Commons estate; acknowledges that all hon. Members receive invaluable help from the entire workforce, from doorkeepers and police officers to the library team and postal service, from catering staff to staff …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th January 2016
THE ROLE OF THE KURDS IN FIGHTING DAESH
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House warmly congratulates the Kurdistan Regional Government's brave Peshmerga and other Kurdish allies on recapturing Sinjar from Daesh with the assistance of international coalition airstrikes; recognises that this is not only a major psychological defeat but also severs the main supply road for Daesh forces between Raqqa and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th December 2015
BOLTON WANDERERS FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South and Walkden)
That this House notes that Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) is in severe financial difficulties and is facing the threat of administration; further notes that BWFC was a Premier League team and could now face the prospect of a 12 points deduction and possible relegation to League One; notes that …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th December 2015
RESPONSE TO FLOODING IN CUMBRIA
Tabled by:
Jamie Reed (Labour - Copeland)
That this House pays tribute to the emergency services that responded to the recent floods in Cumbria; praises the hard work and commitment of those that worked tirelessly to ensure that people were evacuated safely; commends the community spirit and resilience of those affected by flooding; notes that shops and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
16th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th December 2015
ARRESTS IN MALAWI OF CUTHBERT KULEMELA AND KELVIN GONANI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with serious concern reports in the Nyasa Times and elsewhere that Cuthbert Kulemela and Kelvin Gonani have been arrested in Lilongwe, Malawi, related to having consensual sex together; welcomes the condemnation of this development by the US Ambassador to Malawi, and echoes her calls for the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th December 2015
CHRISTMAS MESSAGE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers those who at this time of year, in particular, face persecution and discrimination for their religious beliefs; recognises that, despite these difficulties, the true message of Christmas will reach such people of faith no matter where they are and what difficulties they might face; and wishes …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
15th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th December 2015
FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SEA GEM DISASTER
Tabled by:
Martin Vickers (Conservative - Brigg and Immingham)
That this House notes that 27 December 2015 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Sea Gem disaster in which 13 workers were tragically killed and five injured when the Sea Gem drilling rig collapsed and tipped over, throwing workers into the icy waters of the West Sole oil field, some …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th December 2015
DIABETES CONTROL THROUGH TECHNOLOGY
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House commends the work of the diabetes team in Ealing in assessing the impact of intensive injection technique education and the use of a 4mm 32G pen needle on diabetes control; calls on clinical commissioning groups and other healthcare providers across the country to give people with diabetes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
15th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th December 2015
ELECTIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates all the women who were able to vote for the first time in Saudi Arabia, and in particular extends its deepest congratulations to those who were elected.
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
4th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015
FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is deeply concerned by the risks faced by those attempting to exercise their right to freedom of opinion and expression in Turkey, including in connection with legal proceedings initiated against journalists and others accused of criticising Government officials; notes in this connection that Turkey is ranked 149th …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015
LANARKSHIRE MUSLIM WELFARE SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Lanarkshire Muslim Welfare Society for being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service for 2015 in the Lanarkshire Lieutenancy; recognises the extensive work the Society does offering advice and the use of its facilities; and further recognises the beneficial impact of the Society's work in the …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th December 2015
ASSASSINATION OF THE GOVERNOR OF ADEN, YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is dismayed by the recent assassination of the Governor of Aden, Yemen, Jaafar Mohammed Saad, by Daesh; is deeply concerned by the growing strength of Daesh in Yemen, which has announced its intention to continue assassinating political figures and bombing mosques and other civilian areas; notes that …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th December 2015
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AT CHRISTMAS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House encourages families and friends to take extra care and be aware of the importance of electrical safety, especially in the homes of elderly relatives and friends, as the Christmas period approaches.
20 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th December 2015
HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises Human Rights Day 2015 which takes place on 10 December 2015; notes that this year's Human Rights Day is devoted to the launch of a year-long campaign for the 50th anniversary of the two International Covenants on Human Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th December 2015
EU FISHERIES COUNCIL
Tabled by:
David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House calls on the Minister of State for Farming, Food and the Marine Environment to negotiate the best possible deal for the UK fishing industry ahead of the forthcoming EU Fisheries Council meeting.
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th December 2015
CHRISTIANS IN UZBEKISTAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the treatment of Christians in Uzbekistan where a group of Christians have been detained and tortured after police raided their worship meeting in a private home; and calls on the Government to make representations to the Uzbeki government to ensure their immediate release.
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th December 2015
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
8th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
DONALD TRUMP'S PROPOSAL ON MUSLIM IMMIGRATION TO THE US
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House condemns unreservedly the call by US Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump for a total and complete shutdown on those of the Muslim faith from entering the US; believes such intemperate public statements only provide an excuse for jihadists of all stripes to justify their evil and anti-Muslim …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th December 2015
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INTRODUCTION OF THE RACE RELATIONS ACT 1965
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Race Relations Act 1965, which was the first legislation in the UK to address racial discrimination and which outlawed discrimination on the grounds of colour, race, or ethnic or national origins in public places; notes that it also …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2015
COMMONWEALTH HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETING WOMEN'S FORUM 2015
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House commends the historical first meeting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) Women's Forum; notes that there are approximately one billion women and young girls throughout the commonwealth; further notes the statement from the conference that our granddaughters will not achieve wage parity unless there is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
2nd December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd December 2015
DISRUPTIVE PASSENGERS ON AIRLINES
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House recognises the figures published earlier this year by the UK Civil Aviation Authority which show that all airlines across the UK are seeing an increase in the level of disruptive behaviour on their flights, with alcohol intake often to blame; welcomes the steps already being taken by …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
1st December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st December 2015
UMBRELLA COMPANIES
Tabled by:
Stephen Hepburn (Independent - Jarrow)
That this House is concerned that construction workers forced to operate via umbrella companies need to brace themselves for a sharp reduction in take-home pay following the Chancellor of the Exchequer's Autumn Statement on 25 November 2015; notes that hidden in the 154 page document is the decision to ban …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
1st December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
BARCLAYS ARMED FORCES TRANSITION, EMPLOYMENT AND RESETTLEMENT PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the Armed Forces Transition, Employment, and Resettlement (AFTER) programme, established by Barclays, which aims to champion and harness the potential of ex-military talent in the commercial sector, and offers a range of mentoring, coaching and employment opportunities; notes the findings of research conducted for the programme …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
1st December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
BEHAVIOUR OF DONALD TRUMP
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House deplores and condemns the actions of Republican US Presidential candidate, Donald Trump, as he appeared to mock New York Times journalist Serge Kovaleski during a rally on the basis of his impairment; notes that Mr Kovaleski has arthrogryposis which limits his arm movements; further notes that Mr …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st December 2015
SELF-MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House welcomes the launch of the care co-ordinating guide, My Plan for My Life With..., which is designed to support and empower people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions to manage their condition better and to feel more in control of their care; commends the work of the organisations involved …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th November 2015
JAMIE VARDY PERFORMANCE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Jamie Vardy of Leicester City Football Club on his record of scoring in 11 consecutive matches this season in the Premier League; commends him for being a role model for all young budding footballers; and further commends him for showing young people that someone who was …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th November 2015
TRAVEL AND SUBSISTENCE CLAIMS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that the Government has chosen to remove the tax relief mechanism Travel and Subsistence from contractors from April 2016, a decision which is likely to result in around 1.6 million workers experiencing up to a 20 per cent wage cut to their net salaries overnight; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2015
BURMA ELECTIONS 2015
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House welcomes the result of the elections in Burma; congratulates the National League for Democracy party on gaining two-thirds of seats they needed to control both Houses; calls for the release of all political prisoners and journalists; recognises the rights of the Rohingya and that all internally displaced …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th November 2015
DAVIS CUP VICTORY
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Andy and Jamie Murray, and the entire British team, on winning the Davis Cup and bringing it back to Britain for the first time in 79 years; and commends the team for being fantastic role models and inspirations to young tennis fans and players across the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
30th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2015
SHORT-NOTICE SHIFT CANCELLATION IN FAST FOOD INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House is deeply concerned that a recent survey of popular restaurant chains who collectively operate over 9,000 outlets nationwide found that only a quarter of such employers ruled out cancelling shifts without notice; notes that this practice, known as shift-shafting, can lead to employees arriving at work only …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, taking place on 25 November 2015; understands that the day marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which in 2015, for the first time, has prevention as its theme; notes that …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Labour: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
BRITISH OVERSEAS PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House believes that only uprating pensions in certain countries is unfair; acknowledges that this inequality of British pensioners living in countries such as Canada and Australia, having frozen pensions, results in a struggle to provide for themselves with the high cost of living; recognises that research from the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
CHILDREN'S SOCIETY OLD ENOUGH TO KNOW BETTER? REPORT
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the findings of the Children's Society's new report, Old Enough to know better? which has found that today one in 10, 16 and 17 year old girls are reporting that they had experienced a sexual offence against them in the preceding 12 months; and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
WALKING AND CYCLING
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House recalls the Government's manifesto commitment at the last general election to double the number of journeys taken by citizens using bicycles and to encourage 55 per cent of all children to walk to school by 2025; notes that its Local Sustainable Transport Fund, currently its largest investment …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that UK homes are amongst some of the least energy efficient in Europe, with low energy efficiency and high energy costs being particularly problematic in rural areas; notes that if the Government were to set aside a small proportion of the huge sums of capital …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
BUSINESS RATES ON BRITISH PUBS
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House is concerned with the disproportionate business rates being paid by British pubs, with the pub sector paying the second highest business rates bill in the UK; notes that the pub sector's total tax bill comes to £7.3 billion, or £140,000 per pub; is frustrated that pubs, which …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
MESOTHELIOMA - COMPENSATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that mesothelioma is a particularly aggressive form of terminal cancer caused by exposure to asbestos; recalls that in 2014 the Government established a scheme to pay lump sum payments to civilians who had contracted the illness but were unable to trace a liable employer or …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
25th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
AGRICULTURAL TENANCIES
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House commends the Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) for its FBT10+ campaign, aimed at encouraging average lengths of term on farm business tenancies to be raised from current levels of less than four years to over 10 years; urges landlords to consider letting longer agricultural tenancies; and calls on …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
DRAFT PUBS CODE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the consultation on the draft Pubs Code launched on 29 October 2015, due to the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act requiring the code to be in place by June 2016; expresses dismay that the market rent only option in the code is not the one …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2015
WORLD DIABETES DAY
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes efforts across the UK in aid of World Diabetes Day; considers that this day makes a real difference in raising awareness of diabetes, its dangers and how its onset can be prevented in certain cases; congratulates hon. Members, individuals and businesses worldwide for lighting up local …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th November 2015
OFFSHORE INDUSTRY SKILLS BASE
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House is deeply concerned by the loss of jobs, skills, investment and employment rights in the North Sea oil and gas industry and supply chain resulting from falling oil prices since July 2014; notes that over 65,000 jobs have been lost in the industry and supply chain, along …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th November 2015
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd November 2015
DIGITAL CINEMA MEDIA AGENCY AND THE LORD'S PRAYER
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses concern about the announcement by the Digital Cinema Media Agency to ban a pre-Christmas advertisement, based on the Lord's Prayer, in a trio of UK-wide cinema chains; and urges for the ban to be reconsidered and overturned.
15 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Labour: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
23rd November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd November 2015
GLOBAL TERRORIST ATTACKS
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the horrific terrorist attacks that have happened across the world in the last fortnight, including attacks in Nigeria, Mali and France; and reaffirms its commitment to tackle terrorism in every corner of the globe.
19 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd November 2015
JAMES CLERK MAXWELL
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House celebrates the 150th anniversary of the publication by the Royal Society of James Clerk Maxwell's Dynamical theory of the electromagnetic field, prepared for the Society's Anniversary Day on 30 November, St Andrew's Day, 1865; agrees with Albert Einstein that Maxwell's work was the most profound and the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd November 2015
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ARREST OF MOHAMMED ISMAEL RASOOL
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House is concerned at the arrest of Mohammed Ismael Rasool, a 24-year-old Iraqi Kurd, along with the two British journalists Jake Hanrahan and Phil Pendlebury, on 27 August 2015 in the south-eastern Turkish city of Diyarbakir; welcomes the release of the two British journalists 11 days after their …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th November 2015
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FUNDING FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House welcomes the commitment in the March Budget 2015 to invest an additional £1.25 billion over five years to improve children and young people's mental health services, amounting to £250 million annually; expresses strong concern that only £143 million of this funding will be spent in 2015-16, which …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th November 2015
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FUNDING FOR EDUCATION FOR 16 TO 18 YEAR OLDS
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House believes that funding for education of 16 to 18 year olds in schools and colleges should be the same as that provided for the education of 14 to 16 year olds, reflecting costs, ensuring the best A-levels, offering technical courses, reducing student drop-out and gaining good results …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
20th November 2015
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REGULATION OF CLAIMS MANAGEMENT COMPANIES
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recommends that Claims Management Companies (CMC) regulation be made more effective by transferring oversight to the Financial Conduct Authority; and further recommends that reform cover transparency in all aspects of CMC involvement in claims, scope of current regulations, compliance and enforcement of rules, improvements to conduct rules, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
18th November 2015
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POWER OF GUARDIANSHIP FOR FAMILIES OF MISSING PERSONS
Tabled by:
Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House notes with concern the delay in introducing a new power of guardianship for the families of missing persons, as announced by Justice Minister Lord Faulks QC; further notes the unnecessary distress caused to the families of missing people when financial institutions insist that they will only deal …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
18th November 2015
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
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PRESCRIPTION CHARGES FOR APPRENTICES
Tabled by:
Steve McCabe (Labour - Birmingham, Selly Oak)
That this House notes that those on apprenticeships aged 16 to 18 or 19 and over, but in the first year of their apprenticeship, earn only £3.30 per hour but are required to pay for their prescriptions, whereas those of the same age but in full-time education receive free prescriptions; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th November 2015
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REFUGEE CRISIS IN WINTER 2015-16
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with great concern the appalling situation facing refugees from war-torn countries and failed states, who have survived the dangerous journey into Europe only to face the prospect of having to survive the winter in inadequate camps; is extremely worried at the prospect of vulnerable people, including …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
18th November 2015
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OPEN DOORS 2016 WORLD WATCH LIST
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises the Open Doors 2016 World Watch List which is due to be launched in January 2016; acknowledges the work being done by the Open Doors organisation in highlighting the persecution of Christians worldwide; and expresses its hope that hon. Members and mainstream and social media outlets …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
18th November 2015
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UK YOUTH PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House notes the exceptional contribution made by the British Youth Council's UK Youth Parliament to public life, especially through local communities, and its ability to mobilise and engage the broader youth population in political issues and campaigning; further notes the hard work of the charity and its volunteers …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
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BLUE PLAQUE FOR ANEURIN BEVAN AND JENNIE LEE
Tabled by:
Christina Rees (Labour (Co-op) - Neath)
That this House notes that English Heritage has, in November 2015, erected a Blue Plaque at the former London home of Aneurin Bevan and Jennie Lee, former Cabinet Ministers and hon. Members; further notes the significant contributions made by these individuals during their political careers, such as the establishment of …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2015
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CARERS RIGHTS DAY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Carers Rights Day which is due to be held on 20 November 2015; recognises that this day is used to bring organisations across the UK together to provide advice and information to unpaid carers, making sure that they are aware of the support available to them; …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th November 2015
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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
18th November 2015
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STATUTORY MONITORING OF THE TREATMENT OF ANIMALS IN SLAUGHTERHOUSES
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the 2015 report of the Farm Animal Welfare Committee, specifically the report's recommendations regarding the use of closed circuit television in slaughterhouses; and calls on the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to implement arrangements to place the monitoring of closed circuit television on a …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th November 2015
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th November 2015
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ENGLAND VICTORY IN RUGBY LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL TEST SERIES
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House celebrates England's victory against New Zealand in the rugby league international series; recognises this achievement, England beating the top world ranked team 2-1 in the three test matches and the first time a Home Nations side has won an international competition against New Zealand or Australia since …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2015
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UNVEILING OF THE STATUE OF BASAVESHWARA ON THE ALBERT EMBANKMENT
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House welcomes the unveiling of the statue of 12th Century Indian philosopher and social reformer Basaveshwara on the Albert Embankment; notes that the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, unveiled this statue and paid tribute to Basaveshwara for propagating democratic ideals and gender equality; and acknowledges that this would …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2015
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
17th November 2015
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PUPPIES AND KITTENS IN PET SHOPS
Tabled by:
Robert Flello (Labour - Stoke-on-Trent South)
That this House recognises that the process of selling puppies and kittens through licensed pet shops as defined under Section 7 of the Pet Animals Act 1951 negatively impacts upon the animals' welfare; notes that it is almost impossible to meet the requirements for these species as advised under Section …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th November 2015
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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 2015
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House recognises the outstanding work done by Small Business Saturday UK in encouraging consumers to shop locally and support small businesses in their communities; congratulates Britain's five million small businesses for providing the backbone of local economies and employment; welcomes the diversity, resilience and innovation of the small …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 6
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th November 2015
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THE ARMED FORCES COVENANT AND ROYAL NAVY PERSONNEL WITH MESOTHELIOMA
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes that thousands of people who served in the Royal Navy before 1987 are not entitled to full compensation for being exposed, while under military orders, to asbestos and for when they have contracted mesothelioma; further notes that they will lose out massively when compared with people …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th November 2015
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75th ANNIVERSARY OF THE BLITZ IN COVENTRY
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Blitz in Coventry; remembers the many hundreds of people who lost their lives in the city during the Luftwaffe bombing campaign; acknowledges the spirit of the people of Coventry throughout that time and the current status of the city as a …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
16th November 2015
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EQUAL PAY DAY
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the Fawcett Society's Equal Pay Day, held on 9 November 2015; believes that many women are effectively working the remainder of this year for free due to the gender pay gap, currently at 14.2 per cent; acknowledges the gender pay gap is at nearly 55 per …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th November 2015
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WORLD DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR ROAD TRAFFIC VICTIMS
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House commemorates the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims on 15 November 2015; mourns the many people killed and injured in road crashes across the world; sympathises with the families of road traffic victims; acknowledges the grief and distress that road traffic crashes can have on …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th November 2015
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Labour: 1
10th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2015
QUINTINSHILL RAIL DISASTER COMMEMORATIVE CARRIAGE
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House commends the work of the GCR Rolling Stock Trust to restore a Victorian wooden railway carriage and dedicate it to the honour of the 436 dead and injured in the Quintinshill rail disaster of 22 May 1915; recognises that most of the casualties in what remains the …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th November 2015
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ULSTER VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS WORLD WAR ONE
Tabled by:
Ian Paisley (Democratic Unionist Party - North Antrim)
That this House proudly remembers the contributions and sacrifices made by soldiers from across the UK in World War One, and in particular the 10 men from Ulster awarded the Victoria Cross for their bravery, Robert Morrow from Dungannon who, despite heavy shelling, courageously carried six comrades to safety, Eric …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
10th November 2015
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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
10th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2015
EUAN'S GUIDE, CHARITY AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WINNER
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates EuansGuide.com on winning the first charity and social enterprise award at the Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards 2015; notes that this Leith-based charity was founded in 2013 to share independent, honest, first-hand accounts of disabled access at venues and events across the UK and internationally; recognises …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th November 2015
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HOSPITAL CAR PARKING FOR NURSES
Tabled by:
Yasmin Qureshi (Labour - Bolton South and Walkden)
That this House is disappointed that three-fifths of England's hospitals are still charging nurses as much as £114 a month to park on-site despite Department of Health guidelines which state NHS trusts should provide free or reduced parking fees to staff working shifts; notes that parking costs take up a …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
10th November 2015
1 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
9th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
SILENCING OF CRITICS IN MALAYSIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the restriction of space for public debate and free speech in Malaysia, after the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Razak lost the popular vote in the 2013 elections and the continuation of a corruption scandal involving the Government-owned 1 Malaysia Development Berhad …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
MILITARY COVENANT FOR EX-SERVICE PERSONNEL WITH MESOTHELIOMA
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes that thousands who served in the armed services before 1987 are not entitled to full compensation for being exposed, while under military orders, to asbestos and to have contracted mesothelioma; further notes that they will lose out massively when compared with people who contracted the lethal …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
ELECTIONS IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House welcomes the democratic elections in Burma; congratulates Ms Suu Kyi's National League of Democracy on its success at the elections; looks forward to the return to a full democracy after years of military rule; and further notes that the Government offers moral and economic support and assistance …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
UK NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the dedication and hard work of nurses and midwives across the UK; acknowledges the disparity that exists between the regulation of nurses and midwives and other regulated health professionals; believes that action is required to ensure that the regulation of nurses and midwives keeps pace with …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
5th November 2015
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SAVE THE CHILDREN'S 3,000 UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls on the Government, in line with Save the Children's campaign, to accept 3,000 unaccompanied children already in the EU into the UK, and to accept that, as the UNHCR states, these unaccompanied children do not have family members, are vulnerable and at risk of disappearing; and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th November 2015
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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
4th November 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2015
CO-OPERATION BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENTS OF SCOTLAND AND MALAWI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Cooperation Agreement between the Governments of Scotland and Malawi, signed in November 2005; notes that the Agreement outlines key areas in which the two countries work together for mutual benefit, including civic governance, sustainable economic development, health and education; further notes …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2015
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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
4th November 2015
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PALLIATIVE CARE - MARIE CURIE'S CALL FOR ACTION
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is deeply concerned that too many people do not get the right care and support when they have a terminal illness; notes that every year an estimated 110,000 people across the UK, almost one in every five people who die annually, miss out on the palliative care …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
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ANTI-SEMITISM AND PALESTINE SOLIDARITY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes with concern that the Community Security Trust recorded a doubling of anti-Semitic incidents across the UK in 2014 to 1,168; further notes that the pattern of these attacks reveals the single biggest contributing factor to have been anti-Semitic reaction to the armed violence between Israel and …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Non-affiliated: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th November 2015
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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
4th November 2015
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IBRAHIM HALAWA AND VISIT OF EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with concern the case of Irish national Ibrahim Halawa who was arrested during pro-democracy protests in Cairo in August 2013; further notes that Ibrahim was just 17 years old at the time and visiting family in Egypt; notes that he was held in solitary confinement without …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
4th November 2015
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VETERINARY NURSE TITLE
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes the campaign by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for formal protection of the title Veterinary Nurse; recognises that registered veterinary nurses are true professionals who can give medical treatment or carry out minor surgery on animals in accordance with Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons' …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
3rd November 2015
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RUGBY LEAGUE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Ian C. Lucas (Labour - Wrexham)
That this House welcomes the European Championship of rugby league football between Scotland, Ireland, Wales and France; celebrates Wales' victory against France on 30 October 2015 at Cardiff Arms Park; looks forward to the remaining fixtures between Ireland and Wales in Bray and France and Scotland in Avignon, both on …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
3rd November 2015
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MY CROHN'S AND COLITIS CARE
Tabled by:
Chris Evans (Labour (Co-op) - Caerphilly)
That this House warmly welcomes the launch of My Crohn's and Colitis Care in Parliament on 4 November 2015; supports the production of this new information and advice guide by Crohn's and Colitis UK, the leading UK charity in the battle against Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis; recognises that at …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd November 2015
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END IMPUNITY FOR CRIMES TARGETING JOURNALISTS
Tabled by:
Helen Goodman (Labour - Bishop Auckland)
That this House notes that last year 118 media workers lost their lives, yet just one out of 10 such killings of journalists is investigated; supports the annual campaign held every November by the International Federation of Journalists to end impunity for governments and de facto authorities globally in respect …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd November 2015
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50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House observes that 8 November 2015 will be the 50th anniversary of the creation of the British Indian Ocean Territory, the purpose of which was to build a US base on Diego Garcia; notes that an agreement between the UK and the US of 30 December 1966 made …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2015
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SIGHT TESTS IN SPECIAL SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House is concerned that thousands of children with learning disabilities, who are estimated to be 28 times more likely to have a serious sight problem, are not accessing their right to a free NHS sight test; believes that work by the charity SeeAbility and others in special schools …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd November 2015
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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
29th October 2015
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70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED NATIONS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the 70th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations (UN) on 24 October 1945; welcomes the significant impact that the UN has had over seven decades in promoting world peace, human rights and the eradication of poverty, and the particular role it has played in …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th October 2015
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HUMAN RIGHTS IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House supports the Every Right campaign; and urges the Government to call on the Egyptian President to ensure that Christians are able to express and practise their religion freely across Egypt.
3 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th October 2015
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BT PAYMENT PROCESSING FEE
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House condemns the additional payment processing fee of £18 per transaction charged by BT to customers who are unable to pay their bill by direct debit; notes that this indirectly impacts on the lowest paid in society who are unable to set up a direct debit and therefore …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Conservative: 1
28th October 2015
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URGENT LANCASTER HOUSE TALKS FOR LIBYAN CRISIS
Tabled by:
Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House notes the ongoing wait for a government of national unity to emerge in Libya, in a deal to be brokered by the UN; acknowledges the fact that the deadline for forming such a government has repeatedly slipped; and, further noting the expertise of the UK in conflict …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2015
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GIVING TUESDAY
Tabled by:
Nick Hurd (Conservative - Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner)
That this House notes that the UK is consistently ranked as one of the most generous countries in the world; acknowledges the important contribution that charities and voluntary groups, donors and volunteers make in each constituency; celebrates the success of the #GivingTuesday campaign in the UK in 2014 last year, …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th October 2015
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THE OPEN AT PORTRUSH
Tabled by:
Karl McCartney (Conservative - Lincoln)
That this House congratulates the Royal and Ancient (R&A) on its decision to stage the Open at Royal Portrush in 2019 following a gap of almost 70 years; recognises the significant role played by the Northern Ireland Executive in securing what will be Northern Ireland's biggest sporting event; applauds the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
27th October 2015
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SUPPLY TEACHERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House appreciates and values the work of supply teachers, who are an essential resource for schools; is concerned that in the past five years there has been a significant increase in the number and cost of agencies supplying teachers to schools, meaning increasing amounts of public money going …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
27th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 29th October 2015
US VISAS FOR PERFORMING MUSICIANS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House recognises the difficulties for UK musicians obtaining work visas to enter the US to perform; notes that the American performer visa application process requires face-to-face meetings in either Belfast or London which may require expensive overnight stays for musicians and bands that live outside these cities; acknowledges …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th October 2015
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BRITISH LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Keir Starmer (Labour - Holborn and St Pancras)
That this House applauds the unique role played by the British Library in the UK's increasingly knowledge-based economy; notes that the Library receives over 1.6 million yearly visits to its 150 million items, including the Magna Carta and St Cuthbert's Gospel; celebrates the Library's digital collection of over 600 terabytes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2015
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PROTECTION OF SHOP WORKERS
Tabled by:
Ann Coffey (The Independent Group for Change - Stockport)
That this House congratulates the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (Usdaw) for its ongoing Freedom from Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers; notes with regret the chaotic and angry events of last year's Black Friday sales which resulted in shopworkers and members …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
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ZERO TOLERANCE ON ATTACKS ON FIREFIGHTERS
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes with regret the necessary and strong warning issued by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) about prosecuting people who attack firefighters while they carry out their life saving work in the light of recent physical attacks; agrees with the TWFRS that attacks on …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
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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
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
26th October 2015
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HABIB RAHMAN AND THE JCWI
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends the work of Habib Rahman, who retires from his position as Chief Executive of the Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JCWI) in October 2015, after serving in that role for 16 years; congratulates Mr Rahman for leading so effectively the JCWI, an organisation which …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
26th October 2015
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SMOG IN MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House notes with concern the unprecedented levels of smog affecting Malaysia and its neighbouring countries of Brunei, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia and the Philippines; further notes that the smog is now forcing schools to close and is having a detrimental impact on people's health; calls for the authorities in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises October as Black History Month; celebrates the vital role that black and minority ethnic people have played in the history of this country; believes that the continued learning and understanding of black and minority ethnic history promotes integration and respect in communities; appreciates the work of …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
26th October 2015
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COMPASSION AND OFFICIAL BRITISH VALUES
Tabled by:
Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House notes that the list of British values published in the Prevent Strategy 2011 includes democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs; believes that compassion is a fundamental British value which the Government shall affirm and schools seek …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
26th October 2015
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ROYAL INSTITUTE OF BRITISH ARCHITECTS
Tabled by:
Steve Rotheram (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House notes that architecture is a profession that offers rich possibilities for a wide range of talented individuals; congratulates the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) on its work to increase diversity within the architecture profession; further congratulates RIBA and the architects involved in the RIBA Role Models …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th October 2015
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ENDING OUT OF AREA MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENTS
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House notes with concern that 2,119 mental health patients were receiving non-specialist care in hospitals outside of their local area at the end of July 2015, according to data from the Health and Social Care Information Centre; further notes that one in five of those people, 465, had …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015
VOLUNTEERS AT THE HEART OF TRUSTEES WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that Trustees Week will be taking place between 2 and 8 November 2015; notes that this is an opportunity for Parliament to highlight the sterling work that volunteer trustees carry out, with very little fanfare, but which is of great value not only to the charities …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015
ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCHEME FOR PARK HOME RESIDENTS
Tabled by:
Peter Aldous (Conservative - Waveney)
That this House notes that there are an estimated 100,000 older people living in park homes across England and Wales, with many of them on low fixed incomes; further notes that park homes can be less energy efficient than other types of homes, especially older park homes; believes that current …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Conservative: 10
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
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WORLD POLIO DAY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House marks World Polio Day on 24 October 2015 and recognises the incredible immunisation project, started by Rotarians, 30 years ago, to eliminate polio and its debilitating paralysis from the world; and celebrates that Africa has now been polio-free for more than one year but will continue to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
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WEAR IT PINK BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the contribution of the breast cancer month of October, particularly Wear it Pink Day on 23 October 2015, in raising awareness of breast cancer, encouraging women to attend breast screening and to seek medical help if they are concerned about breast changes; celebrates the improved survival …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
22nd October 2015
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FOOD HYGIENE
Tabled by:
David Crausby (Labour - Bolton North East)
That this House notes the difference in available food hygiene information in different parts of the UK; acknowledges that under UK law food outlets have no compulsion to display their food hygiene information, and customers can often only find this information online; recognises the value of a food hygiene rating …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
20th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st October 2015
THE SYRIAC PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses grave concern for the Syriac people, an ancient Christian minority who faced extinction in their own homeland of Tur Abdin; notes that once again these people, many of whom only returned in recent years, find themselves caught in the middle of fighting between the PKK fighters …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
20th October 2015
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THE BRIDGE REPORT
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House welcomes The Bridge Report launched by the Royal Merchant Navy Education Foundation (RMNEF) and wishes to highlight the issues mentioned within; acknowledges the challenges facing seafaring families; notes that there is a disconnect between organisations set up to support families of current and former serving member of …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
20th October 2015
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BATTLE OF ARRAS (1917) - SCOTTISH MEMORIAL MONUMENT
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House pays tribute to the sacrifice of the 53,000 Scottish soldiers, enlisted in the 9th, 15th and 51st Scottish divisions as well as other Scottish regiments within the Canadian and British divisions, who fought and lost their lives in the Battle of Arras on 9 April 1917; notes …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
14th October 2015
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SPECIAL GUARDIANS
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That this House recognises the valuable care undertaken by Special Guardians, including grandparents, appointed as such under Special Guardianship Orders under the Children Act 1989; believes that Special Guardians should be publicly congratulated on the fulfilment of their caring responsibilities, which are often carried out in very difficult personal circumstances; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th October 2015
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MENTAL HEALTH PROVISION FOR ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House considers that comprehensive mental health service provision for armed forces personnel and veterans is essential, taking account of best practice guidance in the accessibility and delivery of both specialist and generic services; and calls for timeous access to medical and psychological therapies, prioritising the resources required for …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th October 2015
WELFARE OF LAYING HENS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House expresses grave concern for the welfare of laying hens kept in enriched cages; recognises that there is marginal gain in the use of these cages over EU banned battery cages and that they do not fulfil the physical and behavioural needs of the hens; and calls on …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 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
13th October 2015
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FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY BUDGET
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes that the recent changes to pension legislation have meant consumer access to clear and affordable financial advice has become increasingly more important; further notes recent research by the Association of Professional Financial Advisers which demonstrates that on average an adviser firm spends 12 per cent of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
13th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2015
PRISONERS OF CONSCIENCE IN ERITREA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes the campaign by Amnesty International calling for the release of Aster Fissehatison and 10 other prisoners of conscience in Eritrea, who were arrested on 18 September 2001 after writing an open letter to that President of that country calling for democratic political dialogue, unity and the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2015
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL CYCLE NETWORK
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House offers its congratulations to Sustrans on the National Cycle Network as it turns 20 years old in 2015; notes that the Network runs for over 14,000 miles across the UK, linking up villages, towns and cities; acknowledges that in 2014 the Network saw over 4.9 million people …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2015
AWARD OF NOBEL PEACE PRIZE TO TUNISIAN NATIONAL DIALOGUE QUARTET
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House applauds the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet on being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their contribution to democracy in Tunisia; congratulates the Quartet for their noble and positive actions following the Jasmine Revolution to sustain Tunisia's democratisation and maintain stability in that country; notes that Tunisia is …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
12th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2015
'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
12th October 2015
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2015
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RELIEF OF PAIN USING MEDICINAL HERBAL CANNABIS
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes that medicinal herbal cannabis is used successfully for the relief of pain, and muscle spasms associated with multiple sclerosis and spinal cord damage, for those not helped by other medications, chronic neuropathic pain, for example caused by a damaged nerve, facial neuralgia, chronic pain following shingles, …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th October 2015
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NORTHERN IRELAND SUCCESS IN EURO QUALIFIERS
Tabled by:
Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party - Fermanagh and South Tyrone)
That this House congratulates manager Michael O'Neill and the Northern Ireland football team on successfully qualifying for the 2016 European Championships in France; notes that this is the first time Northern Ireland has ever qualified for the European Championship finals; and looks forward to the people of Northern Ireland uniting …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
12th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2015
WELSH NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House congratulates the Welsh national football team for qualifying for the European Championships in France in 2016; pays tribute to manager Chris Coleman and the players for their achievements; salutes the long-suffering Welsh fans for their loyalty to the national cause; and looks forward to an exciting Championship …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
12th October 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 12th October 2015
CASTE DISCRIMINATION
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House recognises that caste-based discrimination potentially affects tens of thousands of UK residents; therefore views with considerable concern the delayed implementation of section 9(5) of the Equality Act 2010; and so calls on the Government to implement that subsection as soon as reasonably practicable, but in any event …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th September 2015
DETENTION OF FILIMBI ACTIVISTS IN DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House notes with concern the unjust detention of two Filimbi activists, Yves Makwambala and Fred Bauma in Kinshasa; further notes with extreme concern the increase in repression against journalists, youth leaders and opposition activists in the Democratic Republic of Congo; applauds the efforts of opposition groups in highlighting …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
16th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th September 2015
USE OF THE TERM EUROPEAN UNION
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House deprecates the frequent use of the term Europe when what is meant is the European Union; considers Europe to be a wonderful continent of great nations and great peoples, of great beauty and culture, and that the European Union is simply a political structure covering many of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 10
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th September 2015
CENTENARY OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE
Tabled by:
Albert Owen (Labour - Ynys Môn)
That this House congratulates the Women's Institute (WI) on reaching its centenary year; highlights the fact that the first meeting of the WI in the UK took place in Llanfairpwll, Anglesey, on 16 September 1915; notes that the Llanfairpwll WI is still an active and treasured part of the Anglesey …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
16th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th September 2015
GENDER-NEUTRAL HPV VACCINATION
Tabled by:
Danny Kinahan (Ulster Unionist Party - South Antrim)
That this House believes that the public health case for including adolescent boys, as well as girls, in the national HPV vaccination programme is now irrefutable because it is the only certain way of protecting both sexes against a range of cancers, genital warts and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis; considers that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
16th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th September 2015
SYRIAN CIVIL DEFENCE (THE WHITE HELMETS)
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House applauds the efforts of the Syrian Civil Defence (White Helmets) humanitarian organisation and recognises the dangerous work these rescue teams of non-violent activists undertake every day to save lives; and calls on the Government to use all diplomatic efforts to ensure the UN authorises and puts in …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015
PORTAVOGIE PIPE BAND
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House congratulates Portavogie Pipe Band on winning the grade 4b World Championships; congratulates the pipe band on doing so well within two and a half years of its formation; acknowledges the benefit that the band gives to the young people in the Ards and North Down District; and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
15th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015
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
15th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2015
GAS SAFETY WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes Gas Safety Week, which runs from 14 to 20 September 2015; recognises the importance that this awareness campaign plays each year in bringing attention to the fact that carbon monoxide is a silent killer that is odourless and colourless and can kill quickly with no warning; …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th September 2015
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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015
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
14th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015
ACCIDENT BOOKS
Tabled by:
Justin Madders (Labour - Ellesmere Port and Bromborough)
That this House notes that the Social Security (Claims and Payments) Regulations 1979 state that an employer must have an accessible accident book if 10 or more people are employed; further notes that the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers has stated that issues relating to the availability of accident books …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
14th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015
DR ESSAM HADOURA - VISAS DENIAL
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates Dr Essam Hadoura on his elevation to the Fellowship of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists; commends him for his 25 years of resolute service to the health profession in the UK, which has included roles in medical education and training for the Royal College …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
POST OFFICE HORIZON COMPUTER SYSTEM
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House notes with concern that a number of postmasters have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, or have been prosecuted or imprisoned, solely on the basis of questionable data indicating cash shortfalls from the Post Office Horizon computer system introduced in 2000; further notes that the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
IRISH NAVAL SERVICE HUMANITARIAN WORK IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the role being played by the Irish Naval Service in the Mediterranean in rescuing men, women and children fleeing war zones and conflicts, in particular the current conflict in Syria; furthermore praises the efforts of the crews of LÉ Niamh, LÉ Eithne and LÉ Samuel Beckett …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
INTERNATIONAL CHARITIES DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports the celebration of International Charities Day which was held on 5 September 2015; congratulates all charities as they undertake their role in promoting their charitable objectives; recognises and celebrates the diversity of charities, their trustees' and volunteers' value in public life; and believes that …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
OIL AND GAS UK'S ANNUAL ECONOMIC REPORT
Tabled by:
Callum McCaig (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House welcomes the release of Oil and Gas UK's annual Economic Report; notes that this has been a challenging time for all those involved in the industry; congratulates all those involved in the sector for their hard work and commitment; regrets that capital investment is likely to drop …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
DEPARTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF DIABETES UK
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House commends the work of the outgoing Chief Executive of Diabetes UK, Baroness Barbara Young, who has played a significant and effective role in promoting awareness of diabetes; recognises that, under Baroness Young's leadership, Diabetes UK has succeeded in putting diabetes treatment and care high on the healthcare …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
10th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th September 2015
IPSA AND THE MEDIA
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House invites the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) to state who authorised its media briefing on 9 September 2015 on IPSA and hon. Members, to name the most senior member of staff involved in that decision and to state whether that briefing was made by a member of …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
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
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
BRAEHEAD CLAN'S UK FIRST
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Braehead Clan's 6-4 victory over German side ERC Ingolstadt on 5 September 2015; notes that this victory was the first-ever European Champions League win for a UK ice hockey team; recognises that the Purple Army will regularly fill out the 4,000 seated stadium at the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
WAYNE ROONEY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House warmly congratulates England international footballer Wayne Rooney on his achievement of becoming England's top goal scorer of all time.
14 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
WORLD DUCHENNE AWARENESS DAY
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House recognises that World Duchenne Awareness Day on 7 September 2015 offers the opportunity to create greater knowledge of that condition; offers congratulations to Laura Smith, a mother from Limavady, who was declared the Muscular Dystrophy UK champion for her outstanding work in highlighting the incurable form of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
REIGN OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH
Tabled by:
Lord Dodds of Duncairn (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast North)
That this House affirms its loyalty to Her Majesty the Queen as her glorious reign now stands without equal; expresses its gratitude for the sure and steadfast monarchy this country and all the other Commonwealth realms have enjoyed; remembers Her late father, His Majesty King George VI, and the stalwart …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015
WORLD PHEASANT ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises the 40th anniversary of the World Pheasant Association; notes that organisation's magnificent contribution to the preservation of pheasant species that have often faced extinction; and expresses its gratitude to that association for all the hard work it does for wildlife, and in particular the pheasant.
5 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 1
8th September 2015
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015
RUGBY LEAGUE STATUE AT WEMBLEY
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the installation of a rugby league statue at Wembley Stadium; joins with the public in honouring the five players represented by the statue, Gus Risman, Billy Boston, Alex Murphy, Martin Offiah and Eric Ashton; congratulates the artist Stephen Winterburn on a fine and fitting tribute to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015
120th ANNIVERSARY OF RUGBY LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House acknowledges the 120th anniversary of the birth of rugby league football; welcomes the sport's creation on 29 August 1895 at the George Hotel in Huddersfield; is grateful to the clubs that created the Northern Union, Batley, Bradford, Brighouse, Broughton Rangers, Halifax, Huddersfield, Hull FC, Hunslet, Leeds, Leigh, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
8th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th September 2015
WORLD FITNESS DAY
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House celebrates World Fitness Day which takes place on 9 September 2015; notes that it was founded in 2010 by the former model and fitness trainer Jane Fonda; further notes it is a day on which to recognise the value of different forms of exercise in order to …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
MONUMENT TO RECOGNISE SIKH SACRIFICES IN WW1
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the sacrifices and bravery of Sikh soldiers in fighting for Britain during the First World War; notes that, although Sikhs made up only two per cent of the population of British India, they formed 20 per cent of the British Indian Army and that 130,000 Sikh …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
SHOTTS AND DYKEHEAD CALEDONIA - WORLD PIPE BAND CHAMPIONS
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Shotts and Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band on winning the Grade 1 title at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; notes that this is the first time a Scottish band has won the main prize in 10 years; further notes that around 8,000 competitors took part …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2015
PEACE NEGOTIATIONS IN CYPRUS
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House welcomes the positive atmosphere in the talks between Greek and Turkish Cypriot leaders, Nicos Anastasiades and Mustafa Akinci, the negotiators, Andreas Mavroyiannis and Ozdil Nami and the confidence building measures that are taking place, such as visits, plays and other events involving many Cypriots attended by both …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
MERCHANT NAVY AND THE ARCTIC STAR
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges the work of local authorities, including East Renfrewshire Council and many other organisations and individuals to mark Merchant Navy Day on 3 September 2015; recognises the valuable role played by the Merchant Navy in peacetime and in times of conflict and the dangers they faced; and …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 7th September 2015
PEACE IN THE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC
Tabled by:
Stephen Twigg (Labour (Co-op) - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House recognises the situation in the Central African Republic as urgent; notes that the UN has affirmed that mass atrocities have been carried out by both the ex-Seleka and the Anti-Balaka groups; is deeply concerned that 2.7 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance, half of whom …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
NATIONAL HOMES REGISTER TO HELP ALLEVIATE THE REFUGEE CRISIS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House is appalled at the humanitarian crisis unfolding on the doorstep of Europe and urges the Government to honour and follow in the great traditions of the UK by accepting many more thousands of genuine and desperate refugees, caused by the greatest displacement of people since the Second …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st July 2015
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
21st July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015
ASSISTANCE GUIDE DOGS AND ACCESS TO SERVICES
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that a recent guide dogs survey revealed that 75 per cent of assistance dog owners have been refused access to businesses and services because they are accompanied by their dog, most notably taxi and private hire vehicle providers; notes that it is illegal for a …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th July 2015
NORTHERN ROCK FOUNDATION
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
That this House notes the proposal made in the Newcastle Journal by Northern Rock Foundation Chair, Alastair Balls, that the Chancellor of the Exchequer should allocate a reasonable and fair proportion of profits made by the Treasury from Northern Rock's former holdings to the work of the Northern Rock Foundation; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
McROBERT AWARD
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Artemis Intelligent Power on being awarded the McRobert Award by the Royal Academy of Engineering; commends the team at Artemis on developing their digital displacement system which led to winning this prestigious award; and recognises the technology made by Artemis could increase the power of offshore …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
FOOTBALL CLUBS AND THE LIVING WAGE
Tabled by:
Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
That this House welcomes the decision of Premier League football to pay a living wage; notes that this will not be introduced until the 2016-17 season; applauds the work of the GMB's End Foul Pay campaign highlighting this issue; further notes the findings of a Survation poll of football fans …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th July 2015
PALLIATIVE CARE FOR THE TERMINALLY ILL
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the findings of research conducted by the London School of Economics which demonstrated that many of the approximately 468,000 people who die each year in the UK needed palliative care during their illness, but did not receive it; notes that the report pointed out …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
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DISABILITY LIVING ALLOWANCE AND TAX CREDITS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House fails to understand how a family with a disabled child receiving disability living allowance can be better off if the parents lose their tax credits because they have a collective household income of more than £15,000 per annum; and calls on the Government to help and protect …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 14
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
MND RESEARCH AND GORDON'S FIGHTBACK
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House congratulates Gordon Aikman on a stunningly successful campaign, Gordon's Fightback, which has substantially raised the profile of Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a cruelly progressive and debilitating disease, for which there is currently no cure; notes that over £320,000 has been raised by Gordon's Fightback to fund vitally …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
UNIVERSAL ELECTRICITY MARKET
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls for the creation of one universal market for electricity distribution in the UK and the ending of 14 regional markets that results in consumers and businesses in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland paying the highest prices in the UK resulting in unacceptable levels of fuel …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 2015
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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 20th July 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
20th July 2015
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END OF PRODUCTION FOR THE LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Tabled by:
Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North)
That this House records with great pride the production of the two-millionth Land Rover Defender; salutes the extraordinary achievement of Land Rover's designers and workers in creating a world-renowned British classic; and notes with great sadness the end of an era as production draws to an end, but looks forward …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 4
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th July 2015
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YORKSHIRE DAY AND WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes Yorkshire Day, which falls on 1 August 2015, and Yorkshire Week, from 1 to 9 August 2015, to celebrate all that God's Own County has to offer; notes that Yorkshire Day was first celebrated on 1 August 1975, the 216th anniversary of the Battle of Minden, …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
20th July 2015
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CONTAMINATED BLOOD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the ongoing hardship and challenges faced by those infected with contaminated blood in the 1970s and 1980s; and encourages the Prime Minister to implement promised arrangements to distribute an additional £25 million to those affected as soon as is practicable.
55 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
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
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PREVENTION OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) is an illegal practice in the UK and that legislation includes the offences of taking a British national or a permanent resident abroad for FGM; further notes that FGM still is an offence under the Human Rights Act; …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
14th July 2015
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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
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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
14th July 2015
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IMMIGRATION STATUS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House is concerned that domestic violence legislation provides insufficient protection to survivors of domestic violence who have an insecure immigration status and have little recourse to public funds; notes that many of these survivors remain financially dependent on a violent spouse or family member, which prevents them from …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2015
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RETURN TO LONDON OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON STATUE
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House is aware that the magnificent statue of the Duke of Wellington was controversially removed from its original site near Apsley House by Green Park at the request of Victoria; and now calls for its immediate return from exile in Aldershot so that it can be given an …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
8th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 9th 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
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MONEY LAUNDERING THROUGH LONDON PROPERTY MARKET
Tabled by:
Mark Durkan (Social Democratic & Labour Party - Foyle)
That this House notes the recent screening of From Russia with Cash on Channel 4; expresses its concern that the proceeds of corruption are being laundered through the London property market via the use of anonymous offshore companies; and recommends that corporate transparency become a Land Registry requirement so that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th July 2015
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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
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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
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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
7th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015
ANGOLAN BOOK GROUP ARRESTS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House expresses its concern over the arrest and detention of 15 members of an Angolan Book Group, including author and journalist Domingos da Cruz and musician Luaty Beirao, in Luanda last month for reading books deemed so subversive by the Angolan government that its Attorney General described their …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015
PAPAL ENCYCLICAL LAUDATO SI
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the recent encyclical letter from Pope Francis, Laudato Si, on care for our common home, which calls on all people of goodwill to care for our poorest sisters and brothers, for future generations and for the earth, our common home; recognises the long tradition of Christian …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
7th July 2015
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HUMANITARIAN SITUATION IN INDIA
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House notes the enduring hunger strike of Bapu Surat Singh in Panjaab, India, which has now exceeded 170 days; further notes this protest against the Indian state and calls for the release of multiple political prisoners who are held by the Indian state; notes the continuing 20-year incarceration …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 24
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
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RETAINING TURKISH AS AND A-LEVEL TURKISH
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House believes that OCR's initial decision to discontinue the GCE AS and A-level Turkish examinations from 2017 is deeply regrettable; recognises that there are 100,000 Turkish speakers across the UK and, that with over 63 million speakers worldwide, it is one of the world's major languages; believes, given …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
49 signatures
(Most recent: 4 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
LGBT PRIDE MONTH
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes LGBT Pride Celebration Month; understands that Pride Month raises awareness of discrimination and highlights the issues affecting the LGBT community; notes that this year's celebrations followed substantial progress on equalities legislation around the world, with couples in Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland recently, and now the …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
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FREE SPEECH IN BAHRAIN
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House expresses severe concerns about the ongoing restrictions against free speech in Bahrain; notes the recent findings by Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch of reprisals against individuals exercising their right to free speech in Bahrain, including the continued ban on protests and rallies and the systematic use …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
6th July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
ENGLAND WOMEN'S FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the England Women's Football Team on its outstanding performance throughout the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup and in particular its impressive third-place play-off, beating Germany 1-0 to take home the bronze medal; and notes that the conduct and determination of these athletes on and off the …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
ACTION AID'S FEARLESS CAMPAIGN ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the launch of Action Aid's Fearless campaign; understands that the campaign, launched last week, aims to create far-reaching change and encourage governments, women and men to take concerted action to tackle violence against women and girls around the world; notes with concern that one in three …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
ENERGY COMPANY TREATMENT OF PREPAYMENT METER CUSTOMERS
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent East)
That this House notes the recent Ofgem report calling on all energy suppliers to treat prepayment meter (PPM) customers fairly; further notes that households need more support in switching to different tariffs and method of supply; believes that companies should abolish the charge for installing PPMs as this adds to …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd July 2015
PREPAYMENT METERS
Tabled by:
Lord Field of Birkenhead (Crossbench - Birkenhead)
That this House notes the disproportionate costs incurred mainly by poorer households who pay for their gas and electricity using a prepayment meter; has concerns about the adverse impact of these costs on such households' ability to buy and cook food; acknowledges examples of good practice by individual energy suppliers …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 50
Scottish National Party: 23
Conservative: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd July 2015
MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE IN THE WORKPLACE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House commends the Women's Tennis Association for introducing regular heat breaks for competitors at Wimbledon once the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius; is surprised that similar provisions are not also in place for male competitors; regrets that workers in the UK have no guaranteed legal safeguards from working …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st July 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st July 2015
GLASGOW UNIVERSITY'S CHARLES KENNEDY MEMORIAL FUND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of a Memorial Fund by Glasgow University in honour of the late Rt hon. Charles Kennedy MP; recalls the enduring connection Charles Kennedy had with the university as a student, President of the University Union, recipient of an honorary doctorate and latterly as Rector …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 30th June 2015
SEND MY FRIEND TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the importance of education around the world; notes that 58 million children around the world are unable to access their right to education; further recognises that over half of the children who do not go to school are girls; and welcomes the Send My Friend to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
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BATTLE OF WATERLOO
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers the Battle of Waterloo two centuries ago this month; honours the 27th Inniskilling Fusiliers who were the antecedents of today's Royal Irish Regiment and who fought so bravely to defeat Napoleon at Waterloo; pays homage in particular to the Duke of Wellington, a native of Ireland …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Labour: 1
30th June 2015
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RETAINING AS/A-LEVEL MODERN GREEK
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Friern Barnet)
That this House believes that Edexcel's initial decision to discontinue the AS and A-level Modern Greek examinations from 2017 is deeply regrettable; recognises that the Greek language is one of the official languages of the EU, spoken in two member states, Greece and the Republic of Cyprus, and that the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Conservative: 1
30th June 2015
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BUSINESS RATES REVALUATION
Tabled by:
Jo Cox (Labour - Batley and Spen)
That this House notes that present business rates are based on valuations carried out in 2008, prior to the world financial crash and ensuing recessions; is concerned that the revaluation postponement in 2013 severed the link to rental values, which would otherwise have seen business rates fall in many parts …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
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CAR MANUFACTURERS
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the consistent criticism that has been levied against car manufacturers for a number of years, whereby new cars are given miles per gallon (mpg) performances almost all of which are more than 20 per cent in excess of genuine real-time car usage, so that a vehicle …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
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DUTY EXEMPTION FOR SMALL-SCALE CIDER PRODUCERS
Tabled by:
David Warburton (Independent - Somerton and Frome)
That this House recognises and values the social and economic contribution of small-scale cider producers, which comprise some 80 per cent of Britain's individual cider makers, believing that they are integral to a great British tradition, supporting a lively pub culture and tourism sector; is concerned that small cider producers …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Conservative: 8
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015
CAR PARKING ON PAVEMENTS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House supports the campaign by Guide Dogs for the Blind and others to stop cars parking on pavements; considers that parking on pavements is a hindrance to many pedestrians, particularly those with wheelchairs or pushchairs, as well as being of great danger to those who are blind or …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2015
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TRANSPARENCY IN GREYHOUND RACING
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned over the transparency of greyhound racing welfare records; notes that an estimated 4,000 greyhounds still suffer serious injuries annually through racing; recognises the importance of the upcoming review and assessment of the Welfare of Racing Greyhounds Regulations 2010 by the Department of Environment, Food and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2015
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REDUCTION IN THE NUMBER OF RED SQUIRRELS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House is concerned at the decrease in the number of red squirrels over the last 50 years, despite attempts to promote and safeguard the species; supports wildlife organisations that have conservation programmes directed at protecting and sustaining the animals; and encourages local communities to keep a data record …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
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EXTINCTION OF TREE KANGEROOS
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House recognises and expresses concern over the 14 tree kangaroo species that could soon become extinct due to their endangered status; is concerned with the illegal deforestation and hunting in provinces within Australia, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia that has a detrimental impact on the population of tree …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
29th June 2015
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REDUCTION OF THE TURTLE DOVE POPULATION
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House expresses concern over the slow rate at which action to tackle the turtle dove depopulation is being resolved; notes that the RSPB has claimed that extinction is a real possibility; supports the efforts of organisations such as Operation Turtle Dove in the research of depopulation; and further …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2015
MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES
Tabled by:
Rachael Maskell (Labour (Co-op) - York Central)
That this House notes that mental health challenges affect one in four people every year, and it is now essential that through the ambition to achieve parity of esteem that services are properly resourced financially and with trained professionals so that they can be accessed at the earliest opportunity, including …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
24th June 2015
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LOCAL NEWSPAPERS IN SOUTH LONDON
Tabled by:
Tania Mathias (Conservative - Twickenham)
That this House believes that local newspapers play a crucial role in enhancing local democracy, such as by reporting on council meetings, holding local decision-makers to account and providing a forum for local issues; recognises that many local journalists are paid below the London Living Wage, despite the valuable work …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 6
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd June 2015
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SITUATION IN BURUNDI
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House expresses deep concern about the human rights, security and political situation in Burundi, and in particular about the political repression carried out by authorities against political opponents, and the situation of nearly 100,000 refugees driven away from their country by fear; expresses alarm that this security and …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
SEAFARERS' RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Paul Flynn (Labour - Newport West)
That this House is appalled by the plight of Indonesian, Filipino and Romanian seafarers stranded in Newport, Wales on the Italian-flagged cargo ship Sunflower E which was arrested on 10 March due to the shipowner's unpaid debts, the eighth case this year of a ship being detained in a UK …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th June 2015
BUFFER ZONES AROUND ABORTION CLINICS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern the recent escalation in anti-abortion activity targeted at women and staff attending abortion clinics and pregnancy advisory services; further notes that approaching and recording women and staff, alongside the distribution of misleading information and distressing images, intimidates women and jeopardises access to legal healthcare …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th June 2015
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DETENTION OF ANDARGACHEW TSIGE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House is dismayed by the continued detention of UK national, and Ethiopian opposition activist, Andargachew Tsige, who was kidnapped from Yemen a year ago on 23 June and held since in solitary confinement in an undisclosed location in Ethiopia; notes with concern that Mr Tsige was sentenced to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd June 2015
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
MALARIA RESEARCH AT DUNDEE UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee Central)
That this House congratulates Dundee University for its exciting and potentially world-changing discovery of a new compound which could treat malaria while also protecting people from the disease and preventing the spread of the disease; considers that such innovation in malaria drugs is necessary in light of the threat of …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 4
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
LEVELS OF DIABETES IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply concerned that diabetes in the UK has now reached an all-time high according to latest NHS data; notes that there are now 3.9 million people with diabetes in the UK, and more people continue to be diagnosed; further notes that Type 2 diabetes, which is …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
CLOSURES OF ABORTION CLINICS
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Labour - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House is deeply concerned that anti-abortion clinic protests are escalating and having a significant impact on women's ability to access safe, legal reproductive healthcare services and advice; is alarmed to hear that one abortion clinic is to close due to intimidating protests and others have been unable to …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
NEO-NAZI RALLY IN GOLDERS GREEN
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Highgate)
That this House notes with concern the planned neo-Nazi demonstration in Golders Green on 4 July 2015; highlights that this rally is due to take place on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, in an area in which 40 per cent of the population is Jewish; praises the public activism in opposition …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 12
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
22nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
UN PUBLIC SERVICE DAY
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff East)
That this House welcomes and supports the UN Public Service Day on 23 June 2015; recognises that Public Service Day pays tribute to all those who work in roles that serve the public and highlights their contribution to society in delivering key services to residents and communities across the length …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
18th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th June 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
18th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015
DRONES AND THE 2015 STRATEGIC DEFENCE AND SECURITY REVIEW
Tabled by:
David Davis (Conservative - Goole and Pocklington)
That this House calls on the Government to address the issues identified in the UK Approach to Unmanned Systems, a Joint Doctrinal Note written in 2011, in connection with the 2015 Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR); notes the recommendations of the Defence Committee on the need for a current …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
16th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015
IMPORTATION OF FOIE GRAS
Tabled by:
Baroness Hoey (Non-affiliated - Vauxhall)
That this House deplores the production of foie gras, considering it cruel and unnatural to force-feed geese until it causes internal damage; welcomes the UK's continued ban on domestic production of this foodstuff; commends India on last year becoming the first country in the world to ban the import of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
17th June 2015
Peter Bottomley 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
17th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2015
25th ANNIVERSARY OF DUMBARTON CREDIT UNION
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House applauds the work of credit unions across the UK in promoting, providing and offering a safe and regulated local environment to save and a low cost way to borrow; recognises the intrinsic community nature of credit unions in reducing the demand for high interest loans and doorstep …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th June 2015
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AT FIRST TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Tabled by:
Melanie Onn (Labour - Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes)
That this House is dismayed at the decision of First Transpennine Express Railway Company to dismiss a train guard following an incident in which his train was being surfed by a youth at Grimsby Town station; notes that the guard had already aborted the train's dispatch once but after the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
RUGBY LEAGUE PARTICIPATION
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House welcomes the 7,300 strong increase in regular participation in rugby league as announced by Sport England; recognises the importance of sport and physical recreation for the British public; further welcomes all those new to playing the game of rugby league; believes this increase demonstrates the role rugby …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
BIKE WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House welcomes the promotion of cycling during Bike Week from 13-21 June 2015; congratulates those involved in the organisation of events; acknowledges this as the largest national cycling event in the UK; recognises the importance of promoting cycling as a convenient way to make everyday journeys; and endorses …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
YULIN DOG MEAT FESTIVAL 2015
Tabled by:
Christian Matheson (Independent - City of Chester)
That this House condemns the plans to go ahead with the Yulin Dog Meat Festival 2015 in Yulin, China; expresses deep concern at the cruel and inhumane manner in which dogs have been slaughtered in the past; notes the terrible conditions that dogs face prior to being killed as they …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
GLOBAL TB
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House recognises the enormous human and economic cost of the global tuberculosis (TB) epidemic which claims 1.5 million lives a year and severely damages the health and wellbeing of nine million people every year; highlights the particular threat posed by Multi-Drug Resistant TB, which is the only major, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2015
ANNIVERSARY OF ISRAELI BOMBARDMENT OF GAZA
Tabled by:
Jo Cox (Labour - Batley and Spen)
That this House recognises that 8 July 2015 will be the first anniversary of the start of the most recent and most devastating Israeli military operation in Gaza and resulted in, according to the UN, more than 2,000 deaths, 1,492 of them civilians and 551 of those, children; notes that …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th June 2015
VAT REDUCTION FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Andrew Bridgen (Independent - North West Leicestershire)
That this House recognises that local restaurants and public houses are facing very challenging conditions in the current economy and are being put under further pressure by the rise of large supermarkets that enjoy preferential value added tax (VAT) treatment; notes that these businesses lie at the heart of their …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Conservative: 6
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
15th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
TREATMENT OF THE ROHINGYA IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Imran Hussain (Independent - Bradford East)
That this House notes that the continuing persecution of the Rohingya people in Burma has caused and continues to create a humanitarian disaster in the area; further notes that the Muslim Rohingya minority have been described as the most persecuted people in the world; further notes that they are subject …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
PUBLICATION OF ANIMAL EXPERIMENT RESULTS
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the requirement that all clinical trial results should be published; and calls on the Home Office to require and facilitate a similar arrangement for animal experiments, subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety, to enable researchers to avoid duplication and allow …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 6
Conservative: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND ANIMAL EXPERIMENTS
Tabled by:
Jim Dowd (Labour - Lewisham West and Penge)
That this House welcomes the progress made by the Home Office in the last Parliament to allow Freedom of Information requests for animal experiment project licences subject to the normal safeguards of commercial and academic confidentiality and safety; and supports the call on the Government by Cruelty Free International to …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Conservative: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
CASE OF RAIF BADAWI IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is appalled that the sentence handed down last May against Saudi blogger and activist Raif Badawi, of flogging, to be administered very harshly in public, with 50 lashes scheduled once a week for 20 weeks, as well as 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of one million …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
A CHRISTIAN COLONY IN LAHORE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House condemns the unprovoked attack by a mob on a Christian colony in Lahore; and calls on the government of Pakistan to ensure that the perpetrators of violence are brought to justice, to punish those who incite mobs to attack Christian properties and to take measures to protect …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
HUMAN RIGHTS IN ERITREA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House strongly condemns the serious and systematic human rights violations committed by the Eritrean government, as detailed by the United Nations Commission of Inquiry on Human Rights in Eritrea, which published a hard-hitting report last week; expresses its concern that the Eritrean government has created a pervasive climate …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
VOTES FOR 16 AND 17 YEAR OLDS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the study by the University of Edinburgh which states that 67 per cent of people aged 16 and 17 years old would participate in an election if given the chance to do so; notes that this compares favourably with figures released in the same study which …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 15
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th 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
10th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th June 2015
CERVICAL SCREENING AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Nicholas Brown (Independent - Newcastle upon Tyne East)
That this House welcomes Cervical Screening Awareness Week 2015, which runs from 15 to 21 June 2015 and is led by Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust; notes that the week aims to highlight the importance of cervical screening and how attending a screening appointment can help to prevent cervical cancer; further …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th June 2015
CONFLICT IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is dismayed by the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where the Houthi rebel group continues to fight forces loyal to the legitimate government and President Hadi; notes that a coalition of Gulf states, led by Saudi Arabia, continues to launch air strikes against the rebels; further notes that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
3rd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th 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
3rd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 4th June 2015
CARERS WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House notes that there are 6.5 million unpaid carers across the UK and 6,000 people take on new caring responsibilities every day; gives its full support to Carers Week which falls on 8 to 14 June 2015; further notes that this is an annual campaign to raise awareness …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2015
44 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
2nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
PREVENTION OF DEBT CRISES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House supports taking action to prevent debt crises taking place in developing countries, as these delay development and can cause great suffering; welcomes the $130 billion of developing country debt which was cancelled through the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries initiative; notes that lending to low-income countries has trebled …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
WAR GRAVE RECOGNITION HMT LANCASTRIA
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses its full and sincere support for those campaigners and family members whose loved ones died on 17 June 1940 when the troopship HMT Lancastria was sunk off the coast of France with the loss of an estimated 4,000 souls; further supports their efforts to have the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Conservative: 4
Independent: 1
2nd June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd 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
1st June 2015
74 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
INVERNESS CALEDONIAN THISTLE AND THE SCOTTISH CUP
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to congratulate Inverness Caledonian Thistle on their first ever win in a Scottish Cup Final and praises manager John Hughes, the coaching staff, players and supporters on a remarkable season in bringing the oldest trophy in world football, namely the Scottish Cup, to the fine city …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
1st June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
RESTRICTIONS ON JOURNALISTS IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House deplores the restrictions recently imposed on journalists in reporting proceedings in the Burmese parliament, the Assembly of the Union; notes that the restrictions have now been lifted; believes that the reporting of parliamentary proceedings is vital for public information and to hold Members accountable; further notes the …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
1st June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
DEATH SENTENCE ON FORMER PRESIDENT MORSI
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House condemns the unjust death sentence handed down to Former President of the Republic of Egypt, Mr Mohammad Morsi and to a number of his party members by an Egyptian court on 15 May 2015; believes this judgement is cruel and falls short of the principles of justice; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
1st June 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2015
ACCESS FOR HUMANITARIAN AGENCIES TO RAKHINE STATE IN BURMA
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House expresses its concern at the number of Rohingya Muslims from Burma and Bangladesh who have fled their countries since the start of the year, risking their lives in order to reach Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand; calls on the Government to make clear to the Burmese government the …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th May 2015
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MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN IRELAND
Tabled by:
Emily Thornberry (Labour - Islington South and Finsbury)
That this House congratulates the Republic of Ireland on becoming the first country in the world to endorse the call for marriage equality in a popular vote; believes that Ireland has fulfilled the aspirations of equality campaigners by winning majority support in virtually every parliamentary constituency and concluding the referendum …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
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EU REFERENDUM VOTING AGE
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Highgate)
That this House believes that 16 and 17 year olds should be allowed to vote in any upcoming referendum on the UK’s relationship with Europe; recognises that teenagers have a clear interest in whether or not we stay in the EU and that the future of the EU is vital …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
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WALKING TO SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Greg Mulholland (Liberal Democrat - Leeds North West)
That this House recognises that walking to school can improve the physical and mental health of children, young people, parents and carers, and provides children and young people with a greater sense of independence and self-confidence; notes the success of Living Streets Walk to School Week 2015 and congratulates Living …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
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PROTECTION OF ASIAN ELEPHANTS
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes that Asian elephants are endangered and could become extinct; is concerned that wild elephants are threatened by capture from the wild, habitat loss and poaching for ivory; is further concerned that captured elephants are often subject to isolation, starvation, dehydration and then prolonged beatings and are …
88 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Conservative: 12
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
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FLAT FEE LEVY ON HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Tabled by:
David Anderson (Labour - Blaydon)
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 …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 62
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
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SIKH SOLDIERS IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War, when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, one hundred years ago Sikh …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
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THOMAS COOK AND CHRISTI AND BOBBY SHEPHERD
Tabled by:
Mary Creagh (Labour - Coventry East)
That this House expresses its deepest condolences to the parents of Christi and Bobby Shepherd, who died as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning on holiday in Corfu in 2006; notes that the actions of Thomas Cook since the children’s deaths have added to their parents’ grief; further notes that …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
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CHRISTIANS IN IRAQ
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House is concerned by the displacement of 1 million Iraqi Christians by an increase in terrorism that has destabilised the country and forced them to pay protection money, convert to Islam or face death; and calls on the Government to take steps to ensure that Christians are protected …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
27th May 2015
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VOLUNTEERS WEEK 2015
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes and supports plans to celebrate the 31st annual Volunteers Week from 1 to 7 June 2015; congratulates the national bodies for volunteering, Volunteer Scotland, National Council for Voluntary Organisations, Volunteer Now and Wales Council for Voluntary Action as they seek to support and develop volunteering across …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
27th May 2015
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CHRISTIANS IN EASTERN UKRAINE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House expresses its support for Christians in Eastern Ukraine where up to 150 Evangelical Christian-Baptist Churches have come under pressure from aggression and war which has brought untold grief to Ukrainian Christians and their families; and calls on the Government to urge the governments of Ukraine and Russia …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
27th May 2015
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CHILD ABUSE AND THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT 1989
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Labour - Bassetlaw)
That this House believes that justice for the survivors of child abuse should be a priority for the Government; notes that concerns have been raised by current and former police officers and special branch officers that by coming forward with evidence related to child abuse they could be prosecuted under …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th May 2015
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VAT ON TOURISM
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House recognises the value of the tourism sector; notes that tourism-related businesses lie at the heart of the local community and economy; further notes that 25 out of 28 EU states, including the Republic of Ireland, take advantage of a reduced rate of VAT for some part of …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th May 2015
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VOTES AT 16 IN THE EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House believes that the voting age for the referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU should be 16; notes that many youth-led organisations such as the British Youth Council are campaigning for this on its own merits and as an investment in the future of our democracy; …
65 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th May 2015
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50th ANNIVERSARY OF SCOTTISH CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL AID FUND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF), established in 1965 in Rutherglen by Bishop Michael Foylan, Monsignor John Rooney and Mr John McKee, guided by the principles of the Second Vatican Council; thanks SCIAF for its dedication to ending poverty and working …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th March 2015
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GRATITUDE OF THE HOUSE
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House is grateful to the staff, contractors and journalists who have helped the House of Commons during this Parliament.
1 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
25th March 2015
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EXEMPTION FROM VALUE ADDED TAX OF BROADBAND CABINETS
Tabled by:
Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat - Colchester)
That this House believes that community groups, charities and other not-for-profit organisations should be exempt from being required to pay value added tax on the installation of high speed broadband cabinets which they have funded.
4 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
25th March 2015
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MALDIVES GOVERNMENT AND THE RULE OF LAW
Tabled by:
Fiona Bruce (Conservative - Congleton)
That this House notes with alarm the series of events that have led to Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed being removed from office, arrested, convicted of terrorism charges and sentenced to 13 years in prison; further notes the widespread shock at images of President Nasheed being dragged along the ground into …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
25th March 2015
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ABUSES AGAINST YEZIDI 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 Yezidi women who have been brutally targeted since August 2014 and continue to be held in ISIL captivity in large numbers …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
25th March 2015
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GERMANWINGS PLANE CRASH
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House extends sympathy to the families and loved ones of those who died in the Germanwings plane crash; notes the 16 students who were on board for a school trip and offers condolences to these families; and offers any practical assistance possible to help in the investigation.
4 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
24th March 2015
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MAINTAINING THE OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY IN PRINTED FORM
Tabled by:
Brooks Newmark (Conservative - Braintree)
That this House welcomes the Save the Oxford English Dictionary campaign founded by Abbie Maguire, which calls for the Oxford English Dictionary to remain in printed form; notes that the Dictionary, first published in 1884, is the largest dictionary of English in the world and should be treated as a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th March 2015
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CIVIL WAR IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is dismayed by recent developments in Yemen, which has descended into chaos and civil war; is appalled by the recent series of bombings against mosques in Sanaa, for which the group Islamic State have claimed responsibility; deplores attempts by groups loyal to former autocrat Ali Adullah Saleh, …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2015
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INVITATION TO FRANCES CROOK TO VISIT HM PRISON OAKWOOD
Tabled by:
Julian Huppert (Liberal Democrat - Cambridge)
That this House notes that G4S issued an invitation to Frances Crook, the Chief Executive of the Howard League, to visit HM Prison Oakwood; further notes that the Director of Custodial Services at the National Offender Management Service (NOMS), Ian Blakeman, decided that the visit would not be appropriate at …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd March 2015
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DISAPPEARANCES IN BANGLADESH
Tabled by:
Julian Huppert (Liberal Democrat - Cambridge)
That this House notes with alarm the lack of a free and open democratic process in Bangladesh, and in particular the recent disappearance of Salah Uddin Ahmed, spokesperson and joint-secretary of the opposition Bangladesh National Party (BNP); further notes that there have been many other disappearances, including that of BNP …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th March 2015
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GLOBAL DIABETES PREVALENCE
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply alarmed by a recent study by the University of East Anglia, which found that diabetes affects around 382 million people worldwide, a figure expected to rise to 592 million by 2035; is concerned that the consistently increasing economic impact of this disease on low, middle …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
18th March 2015
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PRIORITIES FOR ROAD SAFETY
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House welcomes the publication of Priorities for Road Safety by the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (an All-Party Parliamentary Group); notes that these priorities include the setting of ambitious casualty reduction targets, measures to reduce drink and drug-driving, implementation of double/single British summertime, safer road design and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
18th March 2015
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BURIAL OF RICHARD III
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is delighted that the burial ceremony of Richard III will begin on 22 March 2015, ending with his remains being re-interred on 26 March 2015 in Leicester Cathedral; believes that this event unites the Protestant and Catholic communities of the UK, as his re-interment will be led …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
18th March 2015
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PERSECUTION OF THE ROHINGYA COMMUNITY IN BURMA
Tabled by:
George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House notes that the Rohingya community in Burma continues to suffer serious abuse of its fundamental human rights; further notes that many members of the Rohingya community have been forced into camps or to leave the country; believes that the Burmese government should establish a special administrative territory …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th March 2015
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FORGOTTEN 14s
Tabled by:
Lord McCrea of Magherafelt and Cookstown (Democratic Unionist Party - None)
That this House recognises that those people working in Northern Ireland at ages 14 and 15 between 1947 and 1957 continue to be the subject of a discrepancy in that they have worked longer in comparison to their Great Britain counterparts when the working age changed to 15 in 1947; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th March 2015
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WENTWORTH WOODHOUSE IN ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Tabled by:
John Healey (Labour - Rawmarsh and Conisbrough)
That this House commends the current plans to secure the future of one of the grandest stately homes in England, Wentworth Woodhouse in South Yorkshire, by placing it in a charitable trust and opening it to the public; acknowledges the exceptional splendour of this house and recognises the work already …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
17th March 2015
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CHURCH BOMBING IN LAHORE, PAKISTAN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House extends its deepest sympathies to those killed in the recent bombing of two churches in Lahore, Pakistan over the weekend of 14-15 March 2015; condemns the actions of the bombers which killed and injured those who were simply exercising their faith; and asks the Foreign and Commonwealth …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
17th March 2015
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION FUTURE FUNDING CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Clive Betts (Labour - Sheffield South East)
That this House welcomes the Local Government Association's Future Funding campaign and supports its aim of securing sustainable long-term funding for local authorities; acknowledges that councils have made £20 billion worth of savings since 2010, and applauds their resilience and ability to innovate; recognises that millions of people rely on …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
17th March 2015
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ST PATRICK'S DAY
Tabled by:
Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Labour - None)
That this House calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to provide for St Patrick's Day, 17 March, to become an annual public holiday in Northern Ireland; recognises that a shared celebration of St Patrick, as a common symbol for all the people of Northern Ireland regardless of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th March 2015
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
12th March 2015
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DETENTION AND TREATMENT OF BOYS FROM HARES
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Independent - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes that 15 March 2015, Mothering Sunday in the UK, marks the second anniversary of the arrest of five 16-year-old Palestinian boys from the village of Hares; condemns their having been dragged out of their homes at 3am by Israeli soldiers with attack dogs, taken without explanation …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
12th March 2015
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ISTANBUL CONVENTION ON WOMEN'S RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House calls on governments across Europe to ratify the Istanbul Convention on Women's Rights; believes the Convention to be an influential tool to tackle violence which affects the lives of millions of women in Europe; further believes that countries which ratify the treaty have an obligation to support …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th March 2015
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VAT ON WOMEN'S SANITARY PRODUCTS
Tabled by:
Charlotte Leslie (Conservative - Bristol North West)
That this House is concerned about the level of Value Added Tax (VAT) levied on women's sanitary products, such as tampons and sanitary towels; notes that, whilst female sanitary products are subject to a five per cent rate of VAT, shaving razors are subject to a zero per cent rate, …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Conservative: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
10th March 2015
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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
10th March 2015
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GENDER EQUALITY
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall and Bloxwich)
That this House welcomes the broadcast of the BBC's documentary India's Daughter, which draws attention to the rape and murder of Jyoti Singh and other women; applauds the students from Jawaharlal Nehru University who marched to protest against the treatment of women; commends the police force and justice system of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
9th March 2015
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STATE OF MEDIA FREEDOM IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House is concerned about widespread reports of growing authoritarianism in Turkey, particularly illustrated by, but not restricted to, the state censorship and imprisonment of journalists in Turkey; notes the continued imprisonment since 14 December 2014 of Hidayet Karaca who is the chief executive of a Turkish television network …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
9th March 2015
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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
9th March 2015
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FUNDING OF FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House believes that further education colleges are central to improving the nation's skills; shares the concerns of those working and studying in further education regarding the recently announced 24 per cent cuts to non-apprenticeship adult education funding in England; recognises that this will have a devastating effect on …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 25
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
6th March 2015
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PSHE AND CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION
Tabled by:
Graham Allen (Labour - Nottingham North)
That this House is deeply concerned about recent cases of child abuse across the country; notes that recent reports from the Education Committee, the Joint Committee on Human Rights, the Home Affairs Committee and the Children's Commissioner have all highlighted the key role that Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th March 2015
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PARTIAL UPRATING FOR FROZEN PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Nick Harvey (Liberal Democrat - North Devon)
That this House notes with concern the situation faced by 550,000 British pensioners living overseas, primarily in Commonwealth countries, who are currently deprived of annual state pension uprating adjustments by the Government's frozen pension policy; believes that there is a positive incremental solution of partial uprating, involving introducing annual uprating …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Conservative: 8
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th March 2015
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PARLIAMENTARY ROWING
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House notes with approval the friendly competition between the Houses of Parliament in a variety of sports, games and recreations; and in particular welcomes the organisation, support and sponsorship of the Parliamentary Rowing Race which now takes place each year, and which was inaugurated in 2006, in replicas …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
6th March 2015
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DEATH OF AVIJIT ROY
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House condemns the murder of Bengali US citizen, freethinker, writer and blogger Avijit Roy in Dhaka on 26 February 2015, believed to be carried out by an Islamist group which has claimed responsibility; notes that the recent blockade and general strikes by BNP/Jamaat-e-Islami has led to several deaths …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
5th March 2015
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PRIME MINISTER'S QUESTION TIME (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Peter Bottomley (Conservative - Worthing West)
That this House recognises the popularity of Prime Minister's Question Time for visitors to the House, for journalists and broadcasters in the UK and elsewhere, and for listeners to the wireless and viewers of live television and replays of proceedings; and recommends that questions by backbenchers in a committee room …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
5th March 2015
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EXHIBITION ON THE PILLAGE AND DESTRUCTION OF MORPHOU, CYPRUS
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House warmly congratulates the Mayor of Morphou and the members of the Morphou municipality on holding their photography exhibition, Morphou: The Pillage and Destruction of Age-Long Heritage, in the UK to remind the British public, the EU and the major countries of the world of the ongoing injustice …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
4th March 2015
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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
4th March 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th March 2015
NATURAL RESOURCES OF PALESTINE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
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 the natural gas reserves of Gaza Marine One and Noa South of Gaza Marine Two …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th March 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th March 2015
SIKH SOLDIERS IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR
Tabled by:
Virendra Sharma (Labour - Ealing, Southall)
That this House notes the contribution of Sikh soldiers in the First World War when over 138,000 Indian troops fought in Belgium and France, many of them Sikh; recognises that more than one-quarter of these soldiers would become casualties; further notes that in March 1915, 100 years ago, Sikh troops …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 1
3rd March 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2015
EPILEPSY IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that there are more than 500,000 people in the UK who are affected by epilepsy, an illness that can develop in anyone at any age and be difficult to diagnose, with treatment often taking years to successfuly be established; understands that currently only one in …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
2nd March 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2015
HUMANITARIAN SITUATION IN GAZA
Tabled by:
Andrew Love (Labour (Co-op) - Edmonton)
That this House agrees with the United Nations Secretary-General that there is a dire humanitarian situation in Gaza; fears the outbreak of further hostilities unless the situation improves dramatically; notes the considerable amount of British and other international aid required to keep Gaza from deteriorating further and to assist in …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Conservative: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
25th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 27th February 2015
CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND'S FAIR ENOUGH? EMPLOYMENT CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Baroness Clark of Kilwinning (Labour - None)
That this House welcomes Citizens Advice Scotland's Fair Enough? employment campaign which aims to help employees assert their rights and remind them of the laws which protect those rights; commends the detailed report accompanying the campaign which outlines the common unfair employment practices that Citizens Advice Bureaux (CAB) clients have …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 27th February 2015
FRENCH NATIONAL KIDNAPPED IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House condemns the kidnapping of Isabelle Prine and interpreter Sherine Makkaoui in Yemen and calls for their immediate release; notes that Ms Prine, a French national and World Bank consultant, was taken with Ms Makkaoui by unidentified gunmen; is deeply concerned at the political and security vacuum in …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
25th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 27th February 2015
UK OFFSHORE OIL INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Jim Sheridan (Labour - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the severity of the downturn in the UK's offshore oil industry resulting from the slump in oil prices; believes that short-term responses such as delay or cancellation of long-term projects, laying off workers, extending working hours, accelerating cost-cutting recruitment practices or changing terms and conditions without …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
25th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 27th February 2015
EPILEPSY VOLUNTEERS
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the excellent work being done across the UK by groups like Epilepsy Action supporting the 600,000 people with epilepsy; recognises the outstanding efforts being made across the UK as a whole, but particularly in Northern Ireland, by volunteers who have helped raise the profile of the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
25th February 2015
63 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Conservative: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
24th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Friday 27th February 2015
CHRISTIANS IN EGYPT
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House recognises that the new Egyptian constitution advocates religious freedom and equality for all of Egypt's citizens; further recognises the Egyptian government's pledge to reduce persecution and congratulates it on this commitment; commends President el-Sisi on the actions he has taken thus far; and urges the Egyptian government, …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
23rd February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2015
PHONE PHREAKING
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House notes the increasing escalation of criminal activity resulting from the hacking of business telephone systems to initiate outbound calls to premium numbers; further notes that, according to the Criminal Fraud Control Association, the UK is a global hot spot for such fraudulent activity, known as phone phreaking, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Monday 23rd February 2015
BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION REPORT
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware that rates of the chronic lung disease, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which causes scarring of people's lungs, have increased more than sixfold over the past 40 years, today accounting for the deaths of around 5,000 people a year in the UK; notes that the disease often …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd February 2015
MEASURE TO MINIMISE TAX EVASION
Tabled by:
George Galloway (Workers Party of Britain - Rochdale)
That this House calls on HM Revenue and Customs to amend the standard income tax form to include a question box on whether the person completing it has control of a foreign bank account so that if the box were ticked, the location of the account would have to be …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 12th 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
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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Thursday 12th 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
11th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th February 2015
HOUTHI CONSOLIDATION OF POWER IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House is deeply concerned by recent developments in Yemen, where the Houthi faction has announced that it will dissolve Parliament and establish an interim government; notes that the Houthi rebel group stormed the Presidential Palace and toppled the Yemeni government on 21 January 2015; is alarmed by the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th February 2015
ACTION BY BISHOP OF GUILDFORD ON VICAR'S REMARKS
Tabled by:
David Winnick (Labour - Walsall North)
That this House is pleased at the action taken by the Bishop of Guildford regarding a vicar’s absurd and conspiratorial theories about the 9/11 attacks; and moreover considers that such a senseless outburst in no way assists the plight of Palestinians in the Occupied Territories.
3 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Feb 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
10th February 2015
Peter Bottomley 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th February 2015
COMMITTEE OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS REPORT ON REFORM OF LEGAL AID
Tabled by:
Elfyn Llwyd (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House welcomes the Thirty-sixth Report from the Committee of Public Accounts, on Implementing reforms to civil legal aid, HC 808; is concerned by the figures published by the Committee which highlight a 30 per cent rise in cases starting in family courts where both parties are representing themselves …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th 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
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
10th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2015
AUTOMATIC CUP TICKET SCHEMES AT FOOTBALL CLUBS
Tabled by:
John Leech (Liberal Democrat - Manchester, Withington)
That this House notes that the Manchester United Automatic Cup Scheme obliges season ticket holders to buy tickets for home cup ties; further notes that the punishment for not doing so is a stadium ban for the next Premier League home game, even though such games have already been paid …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2015)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 1
9th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th 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
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th February 2015
ANDARGACHEW TSIGE
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House congratulates Mr Andargachew Tsige on his 60th birthday; regrets that this is being spent in prison in Ethiopia; is aware that Mr Tsige, who is a British citizen, was tried in absentia, sentenced to death and later illegally removed from Yemen to Ethiopia, where he is now …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Mar 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2015
Peter Bottomley signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th 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