Seamus Logan's 27 Early Day Motions
3rd December 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th December 2024

Reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures

Tabled by: Andrew George (Liberal Democrat - St Ives)
That this House welcomes Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis on his visit to the UK today; notes that the British Museum still holds about half of the Parthenon Sculptures, controversially removed from Athens by Lord Elgin between 1801 and 1812, during the Ottoman occupation of Greece, then purchased from him by …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 1
17th December 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 17th December 2024

Fraserburgh Academy visit to OECD summit

Tabled by: Seamus Logan (Scottish National Party - Aberdeenshire North and Moray East)
That this House commends the hard work of Fraserburgh Academy pupils on projects to inspire new growth in education; recognises their success in representing Scottish schools on a recent visit to Paris to attend the OECD summit; celebrates their successful international collaboration with students from Gunma Province in Japan; applauds …
2 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Thursday 12th December 2024

Mutual Defence Agreement

Tabled by: Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the expiry this year of the 10-year extension of the Agreement between the UK and the USA for Cooperation in the Uses of Atomic Energy for Mutual Defence Purposes; further notes that the published proposed amendments presented to the House in July 2024 extend the Agreement …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Green Party: 4
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
12th September 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th December 2024

Uber and private hire drivers

Tabled by: Ayoub Khan (Independent - Birmingham Perry Barr)
That this House expresses its unequivocal solidarity with Uber and other private hire drivers across the UK, recognising the vital role they play in the modern transportation network; notes with concern the ongoing challenges they face including precarious working conditions, potential algorithmic discrimination, insufficient pay, and lack of employment rights; …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
6th December 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 5th December 2024

Red Wednesday campaign

Tabled by: Seamus Logan (Scottish National Party - Aberdeenshire North and Moray East)
That this House notes with concern the absence of religious minorities as priorities within the UK’s international development plan; commends the work of Aid to the Church in Need in drawing attention to the spiralling issue of religious persecution and discrimination worldwide through its annual #RedWednesday initiative; further notes with …
1 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 1
20th November 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 19th November 2024

King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2024 for the Buchan Battalion Boys’ Brigade

Tabled by: Seamus Logan (Scottish National Party - Aberdeenshire North and Moray East)
That this House congratulates the Buchan Battalion Boys’ Brigade for their King’s Award for Voluntary Service 2024; notes that this prestigious Royal Award is the equivalent of an MBE as the highest award given to voluntary groups across the UK; celebrates the outstanding contribution to the community made by the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
12th November 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th November 2024

35 Years of the Edinburgh Interfaith Association

Tabled by: Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates the Edinburgh Interfaith Association (EIFA) on 35 years of service to Edinburgh; notes that throughout that time EIFA has diligently and effectively sought opportunities to cultivate and promote interfaith progress in the City of Edinburgh; respects that EIFA has been continuously recognised by other interfaith organisations …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th November 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Thursday 14th November 2024

National Engineering Day 2024

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House marks National Engineering Day 2024, a national awareness day organised by the Royal Academy of Engineering; recognises the importance of engineering to the UK’s prosperity; notes with concern the lack of diversity within the engineering profession and the need for skilled workers across engineering disciplines in all …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th November 2024

Release of fire appliance and life-saving equipment to Palestine

Tabled by: Brian Leishman (Labour - Alloa and Grangemouth)
That this House expresses deep concern over the seizure of a fire appliance and life-saving equipment, donated by the Fire Brigades Union in Scotland, which has been held at the Israeli port of Ashdod since 21 July despite having documented clearance; notes that the appliance, packed with firefighting kit, personal …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Independent: 10
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
10th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Monday 4th November 2024

UN Special Rapporteur's report on atrocity crimes in Iran

Tabled by: Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House welcomes the landmark Atrocity Crimes report by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, published by the OHCHR in July 2024, which sheds light on grave human rights violations, including the 1988 massacre of political prisoners; notes that the report states that …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 54
Labour: 28
Conservative: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Traditional Unionist Voice: 1
31st October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2024

Whisky duty

Tabled by: Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party - Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey)
That this House notes with deep concern the UK government's recent decision to further hike duty on whisky; recognises the profoundly damaging impact this move will have on the Scotch Whisky industry, a cornerstone of the UK and Scottish economy, having generated £7.1bn in GVA to the UK economy in …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th November 2024

Agricultural Property Relief

Tabled by: Ann Davies (Plaid Cymru - Caerfyrddin)
That this House condemns the decision to curtail Agricultural Property Relief in the Autumn Budget; acknowledges that new rules from April 2026 will see farm assets over £1 million face a 20% tax rate; is concerned that this will put increased pressure on family farms and tenant farmers and reduce …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th October 2024

New coxswains at Porthdinllaen Lifeboat Station

Tabled by: Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House congratulates Caryl Parry Thomas and Adam Daniel Lewis for qualifying as coxswains for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution in Porthdinllaen; notes that Caryl holds the distinction of being the first female coxswain in the station’s 160-year history; acknowledges the hard work of both, who completed a simulated …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Plaid Cymru: 4
Scottish National Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Thursday 24th October 2024

Oscar Mayer strikes

Tabled by: Steve Witherden (Labour - Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr)
That this House acknowledges the strike by hundreds of Oscar Mayer workers in Wrexham, protesting the company’s intention to alter contracts by removing fully paid breaks, eliminating enhanced payments, and ending days off in lieu for working bank holidays, changes which could cost workers up to £3,000 annually, whilst under …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Independent: 12
Plaid Cymru: 4
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Transition to animal-free research and testing

Tabled by: Ruth Jones (Labour - Newport West and Islwyn)
That this House notes 2.68 million scientific procedures were carried out on animals in British laboratories in 2023; further notes the urgent need to accelerate medical progress, with over 92 per cent of drugs that show promise in animal tests failing to reach the clinic and benefit patients; recognises the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 5
Green Party: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

World Porridge Making Championship 2024

Tabled by: Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party - Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey)
That this House celebrates the success of the 2024 Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship held annually in Carrbridge, Scotland; congratulates Chris Ormiston on being crowned the Golden Spurtle World Champion and Kim McGhee for winning the Speciality Dish award; acknowledges the importance of this event in promoting Scottish produce …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Davidson Cottage in Aberlemno

Tabled by: Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus and Perthshire Glens)
That this House commends the work of the Davidson Legacy Preservation Group in highlighting the historical importance of the Davidson Cottage in Aberlemno as the ancestral home of the Davidson family, co-founders of Harley-Davidson motorcycles; notes the value of this site as a cultural and educational resource for local communities, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Forres Britain in Bloom award

Tabled by: Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party - Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Forres for winning the gold medal at the 2024 Britain in Bloom awards; recognises the hard work and dedication of the local community in creating and maintaining a beautiful and sustainable environment; pays special tribute to volunteer Barry Ashby, whose exceptional efforts and passion earned him …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 22nd October 2024

Banff, Macduff and District Men's Shed Scottish Men's Shed of the Year award

Tabled by: Seamus Logan (Scottish National Party - Aberdeenshire North and Moray East)
That this House congratulates Banff, Macduff and District Men’s Shed on winning the Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year title for the second consecutive year; notes the award was announced on the tenth anniversary of the Scottish Men’s Shed organisation, the national support hub for over 200 Men’s Sheds; applauds …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
14th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th October 2024

Death of Rt hon. Alex Salmond, former First Minister of Scotland

Tabled by: Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House expresses its profound sorrow at the death of former First Minister of Scotland, Rt hon. Alex Salmond; sends its sympathy and condolences to his family, friends and legions of followers; recognises his immense contribution to Scottish public life and Scotland's modern political story; and deeply appreciates his …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th October 2024

UN’s resolution on Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine and sanctions

Tabled by: Richard Burgon (Independent - Leeds East)
That this House welcomes the UN General Assembly’s decision to overwhelmingly adopt a resolution on 18 September calling for Israel to rapidly end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT); further welcomes that the UN resolution calls on states to comply with their obligations under international law and …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
4th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th October 2024

60 year contribution to the North Sea and a just transition for Scotland

Tabled by: Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House recognises 60 years of BP operations in the North Sea and its significant contribution to the economy of Aberdeen and the North East of Scotland, supporting thousands of jobs and a world-leading energy industry; acknowledges the broader economic impact of Scotland’s offshore industries which have contributed more …
3 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
8th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th October 2024

Mary Anne Stewart, former chair of Kintyre Food Bank

Tabled by: Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber)
That this House recognises the enormous contribution of Mary Anne Stewart to alleviating food poverty in Campbeltown and the surrounding area during her decade as Chair of the Kintyre Food Bank; thanks her for serving as Chairperson of the committee for the past ten years, years in which, unfortunately, the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th October 2024

50th anniversary of the election of Andrew Welsh

Tabled by: Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House notes that 10 October will be the 50th anniversary of the October 1974 General Election; further notes that this date will mark 50 years since the first election of Andrew Welsh to the House of Commons; also notes his many years of public service to the people …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th October 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 8th October 2024

200th anniversary of The Glenlivet single malt whisky

Tabled by: Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party - Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey)
That this House celebrates the 200th anniversary of The Glenlivet single malt Scotch whisky; notes that The Glenlivet is one of Scotland’s most renowned single malts and is one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland having operated continuously since 1824; welcomes the growth in global popularity of The Glenlivet, …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
2nd September 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Thursday 12th September 2024

Ban trophy hunting imports

Tabled by: Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes CITES data and investigations by the Campaign to Ban Trophy Hunting published in the national media showing British trophy hunters are killing and bringing home trophies of threatened species including African elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, wolves, monkeys, wild cats, lynxes, cougars, bears, and African …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Liberal Democrat: 29
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
2nd September 2024
Seamus Logan signed this EDM on Monday 9th September 2024

The Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024

Tabled by: Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour - Poole)
That this House expresses its concern that The Social Fund Winter Fuel Payment Regulations 2024 are being introduced without prior consultation or an impact assessment, nor with sufficient time to put in place a proper and effective take-up campaign for Pension Credit; notes this approach fails to take account for …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Oct 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Independent: 11
Scottish National Party: 7
Green Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1