5th September 2023
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 8th September 2023
10th anniversary of the passing of Seamus Heaney
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the recent tenth anniversary of the passing of Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney, whose poetry and verse have been read by millions; and acknowledges his Bellaghy roots in County Londonderry and his Irish Nationalist background, epitomised by a well-known quote from 1983 about not raising a glass …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th June 2023
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th June 2023
Conduct of the Hon. Member for Belfast North
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House censures the hon. Member for Belfast North for being announced as the guest speaker at an event on Sunday 11 June in South Armagh for deceased members of the IRA; and considers that his attendance at this event is all the more reprehensible because it is the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
6th June 2023
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th June 2023
Sinn Fein and commemorative events in June 2023
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes 11 and 12 June 2023 as exceptionally important dates in Northern Ireland's legacy calendar, given that within that 24 hour period two events are scheduled to take place regarding people who died during Northern Ireland's troubled past; further notes that a 50th anniversary commemorative event is …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
22nd May 2023
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd May 2023
10th anniversary of the murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that 22 May 2023 marks the tenth anniversary of the murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby; remembers his family and friends at a time when they will be reminded of the horrific nature of Lee's murder; assures them that Lee will not be forgotten; recognises and values …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 1
Independent: 1
10th May 2022
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 11th May 2022
Abortion time limits and fetal viability
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House recognises that the current 24-week abortion time limit is based on an outdated understanding of the viability of premature babies; that the latest science on fetal viability has changed substantially since the law was last changed in 1990, and that 22 weeks is now recognised by the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 26 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
22nd February 2022
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
150 years since the founding of Glasgow Rangers FC
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the fact that March 2022 marks one hundred and fifty years since four young lads had a dream to start a football team; further notes that in the period since its founding Glasgow Rangers Football Club has won the Scottish top tier league title a world …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
2nd December 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th December 2021
Fan-Led Review of Football Governance
Tabled by:
Ian Mearns (Labour - Gateshead)
That his House welcomes the publication of the report following the Fan Led Review of Football Governance, chaired by the hon. Member for Chatham and Aylesford, Tracey Crouch MP; notes that the recommendations within the report are supported in full by the All Party Parliamentary Group for Football, the All …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th June 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Monday 29th November 2021
Public scientific hearing on animal experiments
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House applauds the new Animal Sentience Bill, enshrining in law the ability of animals to experience joy and feel suffering and pain; notes the science-based campaign For Life On Earth with its Beagle Ambassador, rescued laboratory dog Scarlett; is shocked to see the harrowing exposé showing thousands of …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd November 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Charity lottery £50 million annual sales limit
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House acknowledges the success of the charity lottery annual sales limit being raised to £50 million and the per draw limit being raised to £5 million; notes these important reforms have freed up millions of pounds of funding for good causes across the country, which has proven especially …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd September 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd September 2021
Orange Heritage Week 2021
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes and celebrates the 5th annual Orange Heritage Week, taking place from 21 to 28 September 2021; further notes the historical focuses on the origin of the Loyal Order, its role during the Home Rule period, and the service and sacrifice of Orangemen during the First World …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
12th May 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Monday 6th September 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: 60
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 15
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
11th May 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th May 2021
At home abortions
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House recognises that legalising the unsupervised self-administration of both sets of abortion pills at home following a telephone or digital consultation has placed women’s safety at risk by removing a routine in-person appointment which allows medical practitioners to certify gestation and potential coercion or abuse; expresses concern that …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 4
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th March 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th March 2021
Glasgow Rangers and the Scottish Football League title
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that Glasgow Rangers FC have won the Scottish League for a world record 55th time; and congratulates manager Steven Gerrard, squad, backroom staff and all associated with the Club on an achievement that included being undefeated during the league season, conceding only nine goals in those …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 1
8th March 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Sunday 7th March 2021
Glasgow Rangers FC winning the Scottish Premiership 2020-21
Tabled by:
Scott Benton (Independent - Blackpool South)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Rangers FC on winning the Scottish Premiership title and, in doing so, registering the historic achievement of a 55th Scottish Premiership/First Division title; notes that everybody connected with the club, including the players, Steven Gerrard and the board of directors deserve enormous credit for this …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
1st March 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd March 2021
Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the commencement of Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2021, which runs from 1 to 7 March 2021 and focuses this year on binge eating disorder; recognises that eating disorders are serious illnesses experienced by at least 1.25 million people in the UK; notes with concern that, while …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th January 2021
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Monday 1st February 2021
Fetal pain
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House welcomes the report on Foetal Sentience and Pain commissioned by the all-party Parliamentary pro-life group; recognises that recent research by Dr Stuart WG Derbyshire and John C Bockmann PA in the Journal of Medical Ethics supports the view that babies in the womb may feel pain from …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
23rd November 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Monday 11th January 2021
Charity lotteries and the Gambling Review
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes the Government’s intention to review the Gambling Act 2005, especially in light of the need to tackle problem gambling; notes the huge success of charity lotteries in raising funds for a wide range of good causes across the country, which is particularly important given the impact …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 8
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2020
Animal welfare during the covid-19
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House acknowledges the excellent work of all animal welfare organisations during covid-19; notes that Cats Protection, along with other animal welfare organisations, is responding to a high number of inquiries including questions related to pets and covid-19; supports the actions taken by these organisations to provide advice and …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
2nd June 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd June 2020
UK law on disability-selective abortion
Tabled by:
Carla Lockhart (Democratic Unionist Party - Upper Bann)
That this House notes with concern the discrimination inherent in current UK abortion law that allows abortion up to birth for children diagnosed with cleft lip, cleft palate and clubfoot; that such disability-selective abortion up to birth is underreported according to the Department for Health and Social Care; recognises that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 1
22nd April 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Independent investigation into Scottish Football
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes the decision by the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) regarding how the current Scottish Football season should be concluded due to games being called off; is concerned that having asked Clubs to vote on a way forward to help resolve major financial issues, a number of …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 2
8th January 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
44 years since the Kingsmill Massacre
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House remembers with great sorrow the sectarian murder of 10 Protestant workmen at Kingsmill 44 years ago; extends its renewed sincere and deep sympathy to the families and loved ones of those who were so brutally killed by the IRA; is determined to ensure that there is no …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Labour: 1
25th February 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Monday 9th March 2020
Football mascot costs
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes recent reports of the cost to families for young people to perform the role of mascot at top flight Premier League matches; regards some of the charging structures of between £400 and £700 for one game as exceptionally expensive, and calls upon the clubs to review …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd March 2020
Scott Benton signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 3rd 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
19th December 2019
Scott Benton signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th December 2019
Big Ben chiming on the day of Brexit
Tabled by:
Mark Francois (Conservative - Rayleigh and Wickford)
That this House notes the ongoing refurbishment works on the Elizabeth Tower and the fact that during this period Big Ben currently only chimes for Remembrance Sunday and New Year's Eve; further notes that the United Kingdom will now leave the European Union at 11.00pm GMT on 31 January 2020; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 42
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 1
Reform UK: 1