18th April 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 19th April 2024
RBS branch closures
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House recognises the importance of maintaining bank branch services; regrets the latest closures announced by the Natwest banking group, which operates Royal Bank of Scotland, and the decision to close 18 of its 86 RBS branches across Scotland, with three branches in Edinburgh set to close including Leith, …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
26th March 2024
11 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Green Party: 1
26th March 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th April 2024
Immigration changes for carers and Ukrainians
Tabled by:
Dan Carden (Labour - Liverpool, Walton)
That this House is concerned that the latest Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, HC 556, which will prevent overseas care workers from bringing their dependants to the UK and makes substantial changes to the Ukraine schemes, will have a negative impact on migrant families; notes in particular that the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th March 2024
9 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
7th February 2024
71 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
24th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome awareness
Tabled by:
Cat Smith (Labour - Lancaster and Fleetwood)
That this House notes that Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) is an autonomic nervous system abnormality where sitting, standing and exercise can cause symptoms including shortness of breath, chest pain, brain fog, dizziness, pain, fainting, vomiting and fatigue; recognises that many people suffer a combination of symptoms, which can be chronic …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
10th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Occupied Palestinian Territories and arms exports to Israel
Tabled by:
Richard Foord (Liberal Democrat - Tiverton and Honiton)
That this House notes with deep concern the number of lives lost in the Israel-Gaza conflict; recognises tensions involving other actors in the wider region; expresses fear for those remaining hostages in Gaza, and for the hundreds of thousands of innocent Palestinians who do not share Hamas’ objectives and who …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 2
Alliance: 1
7th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th April 2024
Arms to Israel
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes with deep concern that UK-made military equipment and technology is being used by Israel, including in its most recent bombardment of the occupied Gaza Strip which has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries; expresses alarm at reports by the UN Commission of Inquiry on the …
91 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
15th April 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 28th March 2024
Hillpark Bowling Club's centenary
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the remarkable achievement of Hillpark Bowling Club as it commemorates its centenary; notes that for 100 years the club has been a beacon of community spirit, promoting sportsmanship and camaraderie; extends sincere thanks to all who run and support Hillpark Bowling Club for their dedication and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th March 2024
70 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 25
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th March 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 20th March 2024
Treatment of Tibetan protesters in Dege County, Tibet
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House strongly condemns the recent brutal crackdown on peaceful Tibetan protesters in Dege County, Tibet; calls for an immediate and irreversible halt to the construction of Kamtok Hydroelectric Dam, as well as the forced relocation of more than 2,000 local Tibetans from their ancestral lands; acknowledges the courage …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th March 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th March 2024
Tanks, vehicles and aircraft for Ukraine
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House applauds the Ukrainian resistance to the all-out Russian invasion; condemns delays and obstruction of aid, which contributed to the fall of the city of Adviivka; notes the danger to Ukraine posed by populists and the far right in Europe and the USA; recognises that the UK must …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th March 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th March 2024
Alleged comments by Frank Hester
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House expresses its shock regarding the alleged comments made by Frank Hester reported by The Guardian about the hon. Member for Hackney North and Stoke Newington and all Black women; believes these alleged comments to be both racist and violent in nature; notes that Mr Hester is a …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
27th February 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th February 2024
Rosebank Primary School Voice 21 Oracy Centre of Excellence
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises Rosebank Primary School in Dundee for their accreditation as a Voice 21 Oracy Centre of Excellence; applauds the excellent work undertaken by the school to ensure that all students have the speaking and listening skills that they need to succeed in school and in life; acknowledges …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th February 2024
West Lothian College LGBT Charter Gold Accreditation
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House commends West Lothian College on becoming the first college in Scotland to achieve the LGBT Charter Gold Accreditation; understands that the college was presented with the award in February which is LGBT History Month; recognises that achieving the accreditation involved significant work by both students and staff …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
27th February 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th February 2024
Rare Disease Day 2024
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes Rare Disease Day, celebrated on 29 February, which raises awareness on rare diseases that are not commonly known, such as Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Cushings Disease, Sickle Cell and Huntingdon Disease; underlines that there are on average 1 in 2,000 people that suffer with rare diseases, which …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
19th February 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2024
Alan Bates and the Freedom of the City of Liverpool
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House supports the call for the Freedom of the City of Liverpool to be bestowed upon Liverpool-born Post Office Horizon campaigner Alan Bates; notes this is the highest civil award in the city and has previously been awarded to those who have left an indelible mark on the …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st February 2024
90 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Conservative: 42
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Workers Party of Britain: 1
1st February 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th February 2024
LGBT History Month 2024
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House recognises and celebrates February as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month 2024; welcomes this month-long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history; notes that LGBTQ+ people have a long history of making incredible contributions to the UK; further notes that LGBTQ+ History month is …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
26th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 26th January 2024
70th Anniversary of St Mirin's Primary School
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates St Mirin's Primary School on reaching its 70th anniversary; recognises the dedication and commitment of the school staff, past and present, for their tireless efforts in; acknowledges the pivotal role St Mirin's Primary School has played in fostering a strong sense of community and promoting educational …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th January 2024
15th anniversary of Fairweather Drop-in Group
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates all involved with the Fairweather Drop-in Group, who meet at Fairweather Hall, Newton Mearns, on the 15th anniversary of the foundation of the group; applauds the multi-cultural and multi-faith nature of the group, which welcomes over 50s from all sections of the local community to join …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2024
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House notes that 22 January marks the start of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024, which is an opportunity to highlight the vital importance of HPV vaccines and cervical screening in the prevention of cervical cancer and their potential to thereby contribute to the elimination of cervical cancer; acknowledges …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
18th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2024
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 265th anniversary of the birth of Robert (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland’s national bard, in Alloway on the 25 January 1759, regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic literacy movement, and after his death became a great source of inspiration to the founders of both …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2024
Scottish Government's industrial strategy
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the UK's low growth, poor productivity and high debt economy which has been a feature of the UK's economic demise over many decades; now welcomes the recent statement by Scotland's First Minister to establish an industrial strategy to help reverse the most negative impacts of UK …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
8th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2024
Pension restitution for women born in the 1950s
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House welcomes the positive interventions from so many hon. Members from across the House on behalf of women born in the 1950s who have suffered pensions loss through the targeting of their pension rights; pays tribute to constituents and campaigners in their ongoing fight for justice; recalls that …
98 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 31
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Workers Party of Britain: 1
6th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2024
Government Property Agency, ISS and outsourced workers
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House is extremely concerned about the Government Property Agency’s handling of the transfer of facilities management services from Mitie to ISS with respect to the implications for workers whose employment has transferred; notes that the pay arrangements for cleaners and caterers are being shifted from a monthly to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
8th January 2024
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2024
Compensation for Equitable Life policyholders
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the financial, personal and social impact on policy holders following the collapse of Equitable Life Assurance Society; calls on the Treasury to ensure that all of the 1.5 billion pounds set aside for the Equitable Life Payments Scheme, is distributed to Equitable Life policyholders who suffered …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th January 2024
Centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RCDS); notes that the RSCDS was founded on 26 November 1923 in what is now the Hardrock Cafe, formerly the Atheneum, on Buchanan Street in Glasgow; appreciates that the RSCDS aims to grow a vibrant worldwide community …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
19th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 8th January 2024
Julie Fleeting induction to the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates sporting hero Julie Fleeting on her induction to the Scottish Sports Hall of Fame; recognises Julie’s exceptional achievements as a professional footballer, having won 17 major trophies with Arsenal, 121 caps for Scotland, and being the first Scot to play as a full-time professional in the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 19th December 2023
In memory of Councillor Hanzala Malik
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Councillor Hanzala Malik, who represented Hillhead ward on Glasgow City Council, whose death at the age of 67 was announced on Thursday 14 December 2023; further notes that Councillor Malik served for two periods on the City Council, from 1997 to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
18th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2023
Santa Claus
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes that an annual statement is read out in the Dail to welcome Santa Claus into Irish air space; further notes that the Civil Aviation Authority does not make a similar gesture; recognises the importance of Santa Claus to children; and calls on the Government to acknowledge …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
14th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023
Defence Equipment and Support Beith
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is aware that workers at Defence Equipment and Support (DE and S) at Beith in North Ayrshire, an arm’s length body of the Ministry of Defence, are continuing strike action for improved pay and conditions; notes that this strike action is unprecedented, the first in the history …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
13th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th December 2023
Imprisonment of Jimmy Lai
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes with deep concern the forthcoming trial of Mr Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, founder and proprietor of the Apple Daily newspaper, under the National Security Law in Hong Kong; expresses alarm at the prospect that he will not receive a fair trial, and has been denied …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2023
Rwanda Treaty
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Agreement, done at Kigali on 5 December 2023, between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda for the Provision of an Asylum Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Shared International Commitments on the Protection of Refugees and …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th December 2023
70th anniversary of Ayr Hospital Radio
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House recognises, celebrates and congratulates Ayr Hospital Radio, one of Scotland’s oldest hospital radio stations on their 70th anniversary; notes that Ayr Hospital Radio was initially established in 1953 to provide patients in Ayr Hospital with live commentary of Ayr United Football Club match days; further notes that …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2023
University of Edinburgh and generative artificial intelligence
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House celebrates the successful launch of the Generative Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (GAIL) at the University of Edinburgh on 9 November 2023; acknowledges that the university is a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), as exhibited by its celebration of 60 years of AI research this year; supports that GAIL …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th December 2023
40th anniversary of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, which has been celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2023; notes that the Society was founded in 1983 by a group of friends in Edinburgh, led by Pip Hills, who had previously jointly purchased a cask of single malt Scotch whisky and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th December 2023
Perth Racecourse and the Racecourse Association Showcase Awards 2023
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Perth Racecourse on its victory in the Diversity and Inclusion category of the Racecourse Association's 2023 Showcase Awards; understands that this award was in recognition of Perth Racecourse's Pride Raceday event, the first-headline billed Pride Raceday in British racing, which attracted thousands of new racegoers to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
BBC investigative journalism
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House deplores the announcement by the BBC that more than half the jobs on flagship weekday evening programme Newsnight will be lost as part of the latest misguided Digital First savings strategy; regrets that Newsnight will no longer screen investigative reporting and will be truncated to just thirty …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
60th anniversary of Dr Who
Tabled by:
Kate Osborne (Labour - Jarrow)
That this House congratulates Dr Who on reaching its 60th anniversary; welcomes the inclusive and diverse nature of the 60th anniversary episode; notes the long history of Doctor Who breaking barriers in inclusion in gender and diversity including the recent positive representation of trans people; further notes the pleasure and …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
70 years of Panorama
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates 70 years of Panorama, that first appeared on screens on 11 November 1953; highlights how loved the programme is and the light it sheds on some of the world's most talked about events, including crime, international affairs, health, politics and social matters; notes the exploration of …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
27th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
Nuclear test veterans
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House acknowledges the treatment of nuclear test veterans in the UK; notes their continuing battle for justice and recognition for their role; further notes with disappointment the delays in issuing of medals to these veterans; further acknowledges their ongoing anger and frustration; affirms the nation’s duty of care …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
27th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
Rwanda asylum scheme and the UK's legal obligations
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House celebrates the role the United Kingdom has played in helping to shape the international rules based order, including its contribution to the drafting and early ratification of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) in the aftermath of the horrors of WWII; notes the recent judgment of …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th December 2023
Asbestos-related lung cancer
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is concerned that sufferers of asbestos-related lung cancer are denied full compensation if they are unable to trace all their former employers whose negligence contributed to the disease; recognises that the number of people affected is small, but the impact on their lives and the lives of …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
4th December 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 1st December 2023
Ann Nisbet and the 2023 Doolan Best Building award
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulations to Ann Nisbet for securing the title of Scotland's Best Building of the Year 2023, awarded by the Royal Incorporation of Architects; applauds Ann and her studio for their outstanding achievement in designing and bringing to life a building within a ruin, a project that stood …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2023
Scientific hearing on animal experiments
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House applauds the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022, 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 Betsy; is shocked to see the continuing harrowing exposés that …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd November 2023
Sanctions imposed on Everton Football Club
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - Liverpool, West Derby)
That this House condemns the grossly unjust points deduction imposed on Everton Football Club by a Premier League Commission, a punishment lacking any legal or equitable foundation or justification for the level of sanction; notes that financial-not-sporting penalties for far more severe breaches have been applied, including the industry-and-community-threatening European …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
22nd November 2023
59 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
21st November 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd November 2023
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Paulette Hamilton (Labour - Birmingham, Erdington)
That this House acknowledges that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month; recognises that survival rates in the UK still lag behind much of the rest of Europe and the World; notes that pancreatic cancer is difficult to detect and that diagnosis takes too long with slow processes and multiple tests …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2024)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
21st November 2023
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Age Scotland’s 80th Anniversary
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates the 80th anniversary of Age Scotland’s work to support older people; understands that the first meeting of an earlier incarnation of Age Scotland, the Scottish Old People’s Welfare Committee, took place in Edinburgh in January 1943 to support the war effort and the wellbeing of older …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2024)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th November 2023
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Puppy smuggling
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the vile puppy smuggling trade and sterling efforts by Dogs Trust to end this cruel practice; shares the deep fears of many people about the suffering of dogs and puppies at the hands of smugglers; recognises the seriousness of this welfare issue and acknowledges the disappointment …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th November 2023
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The Roll Shop and the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the success of the Roll Shop of Polmadie Road, Glasgow, at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023; notes their success in the Deli of the Year Central category; acknowledges the hard work of Sandra and her team in providing delicious food to the residents and visitors of …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2023
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MacTassos and the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the success of MacTassos of Kelvin Way, Glasgow, at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023; notes their success in the Street Food Trailer of the Year category; acknowledges the hard work of the owners and staff of MacTassos in providing Glaswegians and visitors to the city with …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2023
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Pakistani Street Food and the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the success of Pakistani Street Food of Govanhill, Glasgow, at the Scottish Takeaway Awards 2023; notes their success in the Outstanding Takeaway of the Year category; acknowledges the hard work of the staff and owners of Pakistani Street Food in providing a unique experience to the …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2023
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15th anniversary of the opening of the Food Stop, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the 15th anniversary of the opening of the Food Stop takeaway in Merchant City, Glasgow, on 2 November 2023; acknowledges the efforts of Andy and his team in providing local residents, commuters and visitors with high-quality sweet and savoury lunch and breakfast food for all these …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2023
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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
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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 …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2023)
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
7th November 2023
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Sixth year of detention of Jagtar Singh Johal
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Friday 4 November 2023 marked the sixth anniversary of the arbitrary detention in India of Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist and son of the Rock of Dumbarton held since being abducted from the street during his honeymoon by unidentified assailants who turned out to …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
7th November 2023
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Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - 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: 48
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
24th October 2023
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50th anniversary of Sabhal Mòr Ostaig
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House warmly congratulates Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture, on its 50th anniversary; recognises that from humble beginnings in an unused barn, Sabhal Mòr Ostaig has become a centre of excellence, providing world-class education, research and cultural opportunities to thousands of students from …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd October 2023
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Death of Sir Bobby Charlton
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House notes with sadness the death of Sir Bobby Charlton, arguably England’s greatest ever footballer; highlights that Bobby was one of the elite group of players known as the Busby Babes and made his way into first team football and won his first champions medal in the 1956-57 …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd October 2023
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Highland Chocolatier's success in International Chocolate Awards 2023
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Highland Chocolatier on receiving all seven awards at the British Finals of the International Chocolate Awards, as well as the highest score of any unflavoured dark truffle judged in any of the regional finals worldwide; understands that this is the largest chocolate awards in the world …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd October 2023
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Scottish national football team
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House warmly congratulates the Scottish men’s national football team on their qualification for Euro 2024; further congratulates the team on reaching their second consecutive European championship; understands that Steve Clarke is the first manger in Scottish football history to achieve this feat; and wishes him and the squad …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th October 2023
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Hamilton Park
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Hamilton Park Racecourse on their nomination as a finalist for the 2023 Racecourse Association Showcase Awards; understands that the Showcase Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in racecourse operation; reflects that the Racecourse Association received nominations for 67 racecourses and nearly 5,000 votes from the race going …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd October 2023
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Tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House notes with sorrow the passing of Ashington born World Cup winner Sir Bobby Charlton; further notes Bobby’s successful career with Manchester United for whom he played between 1956 and 1973 winning the English First Division three times, the FA Cup and the European Cup; notes Sir Bobby’s …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Scottish National Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th October 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd October 2023
Protecting civilians in Gaza and Israel
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - 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:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
19th October 2023
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150 years of East Park School, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates East Park School, based on Maryhill Road in Glasgow, as it begins a year of celebrations to mark its 150th anniversary; notes that the celebrations for the charity, which began on 6 October 2023 with the launch of a 150th Anniversary Exhibition Timeline at the Maryhill …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th October 2023
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th September 2023
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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2023
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House acknowledges this year's Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival on 11-17 September 2023, with over 100 buildings open to the public and a programme of more than 100 trails, tours and special events; notes that the Doors Open Days Festival has been organised every year since 1990 when …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
12th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th September 2023
50 years of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the foundation of the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society; acknowledges the importance of the society over the years in promoting the work, legacy and memory of celebrated Glasgow architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh; notes that the Society was founded in 1973 …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th September 2023
Sir Ian Wilmut
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House extends its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sir Ian Wilmut, a titan of the scientific world, who has died at the age of 79; recognises the enormous contribution of Sir Ian who led the team behind the world famous cloned sheep Dolly; acknowledges his …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th September 2023
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
7th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th September 2023
Industrial action by social care workers in Glasgow
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House thanks social care staff across Scotland and the rest of the UK who work in frontline community services to care for our most vulnerable; recognises that many social care workers, especially in the private sector, are in receipt of low pay and poor terms and conditions which …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2023
Compensation for nuclear test veterans
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House recognises the contribution of the nuclear test veterans, including the Royal Fleet Auxiliary veterans who were present during the nuclear testing programme from 1952 to 1967; acknowledges the sacrifices made by more than 20,000 British personnel who took part in these atomic tests; notes that nuclear test …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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InGAME research and development hub
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House acknowledges the publication of a new report highlighting the transformative role played by the InGAME (Innovation for Games and Media Enterprise) research and development centre in Dundee; notes that InGAME, established in 2018 by Abertay University in collaboration with academic and industry partners, has emerged as a …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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World Suicide Prevention Day 2023
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House marks World Suicide Prevention Day 2023, held on 10 September; highlights this year's aim to focus attention on the issue, reduce stigma and raise awareness among organizations, governments and the public, giving a singular message that suicides are preventable; notes the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2023
Harry Frew
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Harry Frew, former UCAAT Scottish Secretary and STUC President, who died in August 2023; recognises his lifelong work as one of Scotland's trade unionists over many years and his work as a painter and decorator; sends condolences to his family at …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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VAT and the hospitality sector
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the immense challenges facing the hospitality sector during the cost-of-living crisis; notes that the Government implemented a temporary cut of 5% on VAT for hospitality businesses during the pandemic; further notes that VAT is not devolved and can therefore only be set by the UK Government; …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th September 2023
Stonewall's Top 100 Employers list 2023
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the employers who secured a place on Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers list; commends the progressive work of those employers who are setting the highest standard of LGBT inclusivity in the workplace, which should be mirrored by all; regrets the Cabinet Office’s decision to remove itself from …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 1
5th September 2023
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Greig Steven Memorial
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the Greig Steven Memorial (GSM) for its work in supporting people of all ages living with cancer and their families, through its provision of a complimentary five-night stay at ‘Greig’s House’ located in Wemyss Bay within Park Dean Resorts; recognises the work of family, friends and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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150th anniversary of Sacred Heart Parish, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Sacred Heart Parish in Bridgeton, Glasgow, on the 150th anniversary of it's founding; notes that the church was built through the efforts of it's first Parish Priest Father Edward Noonan, who performed the opening ceremony in the original wooden church in 1873; welcomes the commitment to …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th September 2023
EU nature restoration law
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the European Parliament’s recent vote to support a nature restoration law, to place recovery measures on 20% of the EU's land and sea areas by 2030, rising to cover all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050; is aware that a 2019 global study, carried out …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2023
State pension payments for women
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes with great concern that thousands of parents, mostly mothers, who took time out of work to care of their children have been underpaid their state pension as a result of maladministration by the Department for Work and Pensions which was first identified in July 2022; acknowledges …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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70th anniversary of the Korean War armistice
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that concluded the Korean War; notes that the conflict was fought from 25 June 1950 to 27 July 1953; understands that, following North Korea’s invasion of South Korea, over 80,000 British troops mobilised under the United Nations banner, alongside troops …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
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Emma Dean, Dance World Cup
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Emma Dean, the ten-year-old dancer from East Renfrewshire, on her stunning success at the Dance World Cup in Portugal; notes the competition is the world’s largest all-genre dance competition with some 7,500 dancers competing from across the world; highlights Emma’s terrific achievements at the competition, winning …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th September 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 5th September 2023
Battlefield Rest and The Food Awards Scotland
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Battlefield Rest for winning the Best Italian Establishment award and the Restaurant of the Year in Glasgow award at The Food Awards Scotland; recognises the value of the Battlefield Rest as a social hub for people across Glasgow and as a vital part of the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
6 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2023
The two child limit
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the publication of recent figures relating to the two child limit of Universal Credit and Working Tax Credits; understands that the two child limit prevents parents from claiming Child Tax Credit or Universal Credit for any third or subsequent child born after April 2017; observes that …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
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Alyson Bell, U23 European Championships
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Alyson Bell, the 19-year-old Glasgow Jaguars athlete, on her stunning success at the Under 23 European Championships hosted in Finland from 13 July to 16 July; highlights that Alyson won gold as part of Team GB for the 4x100m relay race, with the quartet consisting of …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
19th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2023
Barrhead Housing Association
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Barrhead Housing Association who were recently named runner-up for the Champion of the Year: Organisation award at the TPAS Scotland National Good Practice Awards which took place on June 29; notes that Barrhead Housing’s community investment team has been in place since April 2022 and has …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Alba Party: 1
18th July 2023
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DD8 Music in Kirriemuir
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House commends the achievements of the volunteers running community-based charity DD8 Music in Kirriemuir; notes their outstanding work to expand access to music and music-making to young people of all backgrounds; celebrates the success of the annual BonFest music festival, created and operated by DD8, which celebrates the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 2023
Access to State Pension for people diagnosed with a terminal illness
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes that those with terminal illnesses cannot currently access their State Pension until retirement age; recognises that this is the case even for individuals who have made full National Insurance contributions; acknowledges that poverty rates are disproportionately high amongst the terminally ill; commends research by Loughborough University …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th May 2023
23 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 8
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
6th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th July 2023
Support for Sporting Heritage
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House believes that the preservation of sporting heritage is a vitally important strand of cultural work in the public, private and third-sector; also believes that the collection, maintenance and presentation of photographs, documents, records and memorabilia relating to sporting achievements, participants and institutions form a key part of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th July 2023
Craig Burns and the National Recognising Skills and Achievement Award 2023
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Mr Craig Burns from North Ayrshire's Modern Apprenticeship Youth Work Programme on being awarded the National Recognising Skills and Achievement Award at the prestigious Scottish National Youth Work Awards 2023; commends Mr Burns for successfully leading the growth of the Modern Apprenticeship Youth Work Programme and …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
6th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th July 2023
Community Learning and Development New Scots Team in North Ayrshire
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Community Learning and Development New Scots Team in North Ayrshire on being awarded the National Equality and Diversity Award at the prestigious Scottish National Youth Work Awards 2023; commends the team for playing a pivotal role in supporting young refugees in their journey of integration, …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2023
Palestinians facing persecution
Tabled by:
Andy McDonald (Labour - Middlesbrough)
That this House recognises that the Palestinian people are under unprecedented attack; notes that the Israeli Government, one of the most right-wing in its history, has launched its biggest military incursion in the West Bank in two decades, is announcing thousands of new illegal settlements on a regular basis, continuing …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2023
Asbestos-related lung cancer
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is concerned that sufferers of asbestos-related lung cancer are denied full compensation if they are unable to trace all their former employers whose negligence contributed to the disease; recognises that the number of people affected is small, but the impact on their lives and the lives of …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2023
Cape Holdings and asbestos research
Tabled by:
Ian Lavery (Labour - Wansbeck)
That this House notes the court case which resulted in Cape International Holdings, one of the world’s largest asbestos manufacturers, being forced to publish documentation revealing their cover up of the dangers of asbestos, and activity lobbying the Government to water down exposure limits and warnings; is concerned that Cape …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
27th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 28th June 2023
Nuclear test veterans
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House acknowledges the treatment of nuclear test veterans in Scotland and the rest of the UK; notes their continuing battle for justice and recognition for their role; further notes with disappointment the latest delay to the issuing of a medal to these veterans; further acknowledges their ongoing anger …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2023
Winnie Ewing
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House commemorates the life of Winnie Ewing; celebrates her immense contribution to Scottish Politics, the SNP and the independence movement; highlights that she was a trailblazer for women in politics and inspired many to get politically active; recognises that Winnie first served in this House as MP for …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2023
Death of Craig Brown CBE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the sad passing of legendary Scotland Men’s Team Manager Craig Brown CBE who passed away at the age of 82; notes the regard he is held in across the football community, particularly the Tartan Army who hold him in the highest esteem; acknowledges that Craig was …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st June 2023
The Ministerial Code and parliamentary standards
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
That this House believes that trust in the Ministerial Code has been eroded; further believes that the Prime Minister should no longer be the guardian of the Code as this does not provide necessary safeguards; and calls for steps to be taken to make the House of Commons responsible for …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st June 2023
Affordability of sunscreen
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that temperatures are rising and there is a growing need to protect skin from the sun; notes that many people are not using sunscreen because they can't afford it; and calls on the Government to remove VAT from sunscreen of SPF 30 and above.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
15th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 21st June 2023
Scottish Ballet and the Critics' Circle National Dance Awards
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House applauds Scottish Ballet's success at the Critics' Circle National Dance Awards; acknowledges that Scottish Ballet won a number of awards at this event, including the Stef Stefanou Award for Outstanding Company, Best Classical Choreography for their production of Coppélia, and Outstanding Female Classical Performance for Principal Constance …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
National Lottery funding for Glasgow's Golden Generation (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Glasgow’s Golden Generation on receiving a £30,635 grant from the National Lottery; recognises that the grant will allow the organisation to deliver their welfare support service; notes the positive impact the project will have on supporting 400 people over the next year; and commends the hard …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
National Lottery funding for Finn's Place
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Finn’s Place on receiving a £120,000 grant from the National Lottery; recognises that this funding will enable the group to continue the provision of a Wellbeing Hub which offers activities and events in collaboration with local groups and organisations; acknowledges the crucial service which the project …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
National Lottery funding for Jhankar Beats SCIO
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Jhankar Beats SCIO on receiving a £9,978 grant from the National Lottery; recognises that this funding will allow the organisation to provide youth activities in G43 and G5 postcodes; notes the positive impact this grant will have on the lives of young people living in these …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
National Lottery Funding for Shawmhor Early Years Centre
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this house congratulates Shawmhor Early Years Centre on receiving a grant of £1,500 from the National Lottery; recognises that this funding will be used to promote holistic health to children and families local to the centre; recognises the positive impact the funded work will have on service users’ health …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
Carnwadric Church Helping Hands Community Foodbank
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Carnwadric Church of Scotland's Helping Hands Community Foodbank on receiving a grant of £10,000 from the National Lottery; recognises that this funding will allow the foodbank to employ a dedicated coordinator for the service; further recognises the positive impact a dedicated coordinator will have on the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 20th June 2023
National Lottery funding for Glasgow's Golden Generation
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Glasgow’s Golden Generation on receiving a grant of £9,679 from the National Lottery; recognises that this funding will enable the group to deliver its vital befriending service; commends the dedicated work of the organisation and efforts of its volunteer befrienders in working to reduce loneliness and …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th May 2023
41 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th June 2023
Withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House notes the growing number of European countries withdrawing from the Energy Charter Treaty including France, Germany, Spain and Italy; is deeply concerned about the increasing number of legal cases from fossil fuel companies brought against countries introducing climate policy; notes with concern the impact these legal challenges …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 17
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th June 2023
25 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th June 2023
Menstrual Hygiene Day
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House calls on the Government to acknowledge the global Menstrual Hygiene Day by recognising the reality of period poverty in the UK, which has been exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis; notes that last year there was an 87 per cent surge in demand for free period products by …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th June 2023
New Scots Leadership Programme
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the graduates of the New Scots Leadership Programme; notes that during the 12-day programme, organised by the Social Enterprise Academy and the Scottish Refugee Council, participants acquired an ILM-accredited Certificate in Leadership, which also offers the opportunity to progress directly to a BA in Business and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th June 2023
Hospitals
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House utterly condemns the Government’s attempts to classify existing refurbished hospitals as completely new hospitals; notes the Health Secretary’s admission that not all of the so-called 40 new hospitals promised for England by 2030 will be brand new; further notes that refurbishments and new wings are also included …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
5th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th June 2023
Eritrea and the UN Human Rights Council
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes the publication on 17 May 2023 of an open letter, signed by 35 non-governmental and civil society organisations, including Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and Christian Solidarity Worldwide, addressed to Permanent Representatives of Member and Observer States of the United Nations Human Rights Council, in advance …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th June 2023
Heritage sites and barriers to energy efficiency
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the urgency of the current climate emergency; notes that listed buildings face practical planning barriers when installing energy efficiency measures; acknowledges that heritage sites, as tourist attractions, make many positive contributions to their communities; further acknowledges that historic houses are sources of education and job creation …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th June 2023
8 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th June 2023
6 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 26th May 2023
Finn’s Place, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Finn’s Place on its10th anniversary; notes the achievements of Finn’s Place in providing opportunities for local residents to improve and enhance their wellbeing through a weekly programme of activities and occasional community events; recognises the legacy Finn the cat had in ensuring Finn’s Place became a …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th May 2023
Contribution of international students
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House condemns proposals by the Government to further restrict visas for overseas students and their dependents from coming to the UK for study and research; notes with concern that these proposals are likely to disproportionately affect female international students and single-parents who may wish to bring their children; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2023
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 17
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
23rd May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th May 2023
Volunteers’ Week 2023
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House commends the hard work and dedication shown by volunteers across the country; recognises Volunteers' Week, which runs from 1 to 7 June, as an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of volunteers and inspire more people to try volunteering; notes that the personal benefits of volunteering for individuals …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
22nd May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th May 2023
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place in May 2023; recognises the VAT burn campaign by the hon. Member for East Dunbartonshire to make sunscreen more affordable for all; notes that 16,744 cases of melanoma skin cancer are diagnosed in the UK each year, with 2,341 …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
18th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd May 2023
Reopening of the West Boathouse on Glasgow Green
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the grand reopening of the West Boathouse on Glasgow Green on Sunday, May 14; acknowledges that the boathouse acts as a central base for three Glasgow rowing clubs, Clyde Amateur Rowing Club, Clydesdale Amateur Rowing Club, and Strathclyde University Boat Club; notes that the reopening event, …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd May 2023
150th anniversary of the death of David Livingstone
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House marks the 150th anniversary of the death of David Livingstone, who remains one of the UK’s most well-known historical figures; acknowledges Livingstone’s remarkable life as the son of a mill-worker from Blantyre, who was initially self-taught and qualified as a medical doctor at the University of Glasgow, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th May 2023
Giffnock Primary School 120th anniversary
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates all at Giffnock Primary School on the occasion of reaching 120 years, the school having first opened its doors at 10am on 11 November 1902 with 27 pupils in attendance; notes that Giffnock Primary School was initially based in the Tower of Orchardhill Parish Church due …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
15th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th May 2023
Jazzle Dazzle Studios, AllStar World Champions
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Jazzle Dazzle Studios in Renfrew on being crowned World Champions in three events, and winning the silver medal in another, in the AllStar Open World Championships in Orlando, Florida; applauds coaches Jackie Bryceland and Michelle Holmes, alongside senior dancers Eilidh, Ellie, Emma, Grace, Kayleigh, Layla, Megan …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th May 2023
Express direct rail services between Stirling and London
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House welcomes the proposals of Grand Union Trains to open a new train service from Stirling to London Euston; notes that Grand Union has been granted the right to introduce a similar service between London Paddington and Carmarthen; believes that a new direct service between Stirling and London …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
11th May 2023
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th May 2023
Alzheimer Scotland and Dementia Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognsies Dementia Action Week in England and Wales which is taking place from 16 to 22 May and Dementia Awareness Week in Scotland which is taking place from 29 May to 4 June; understands this year’s Dementia Awareness Week in Scotland focuses on tackling the stigma faced …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th May 2023
S-Mart Social Supermarket
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House commends the efforts of the S-Mart Social Supermarket in Forfar to tackle poverty and food waste in their community; notes that since opening in 2020, the enterprise has saved more than 300 tonnes of food going to landfill, the equivalent of 730,000 meals; recognises the wide range …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Illegal Migration Bill
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House believes the proposals in the Illegal Migration Bill contravene international law, including the Refugee Convention, the European Convention on Human Rights, the European Convention on Action Against Trafficking and the Convention on the Rights of the Child; considers that the Bill will effectively close the UK’s asylum …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Allwyn Crawford and Promoting Inclusion Through Sport
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House celebrates local Ayrshire community not-for-profit company, Promoting Inclusion Through Sport, on securing the Connecting Communities Award at the recent annual Lawn Tennis Association and Tennis Scotland award ceremony; understands that the Connecting Communities Award recognises an individual, group or organisation that has provided innovative ways for people …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Perth businessman, John Bullough
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House pays tribute to Perth businessman, John Bullough, who tragically passed away recently; acknowledges his position as a key figure in the Perth business community, including as chair of the Perth City Development Board; recognises his tremendous efforts in founding, running and developing the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Cartvale pub and restaurant, Busby
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the Cartvale pub and restaurant in Busby, East Renfrewshire, on their great achievement being recognised as a county winner in the national pub and bar awards which were conducted by Pub and Bar magazine which aims to showcase the finest bars and pubs; notes that there …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Dundee FC Scottish Championship Winners 2022/2023
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee Football Club on winning the Scottish Championship; notes that the club won the Championship on the last day of the season, beating second-place Queens Park 5-3 in a nail-biting finish to the league; further congratulates all at the club who contributed to this first-place finish, …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 10th May 2023
Hereditary angioedema awareness day (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House celebrates Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) day on Tuesday 16 May 2023; recognises that HAE has a significant impact on patient lives and can cause unpredictable potentially life-threatening attacks; commends the important work patient organisations, such as HAE UK, and leading immunology specialists have done to support and advocate …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd May 2023
10 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Dundee Comets and the Scottish Cup
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee Comets on their successful 2022/23 campaign; notes that the Comets were crowned 2022/2023 Scottish Cup champions following victory over Aberdeen Lynx in front of a sold-out event; further notes that the Comets were also successful in the Scottish Ice Hockey Playoff Championship, beating Aberdeen Lynx …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Charlie Robertson, Tennis Scotland's Junior Player of the Year
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House congratulates Charlie Robertson for winning Tennis Scotland's Junior Player of the Year Award; commends him for his outstanding year on court including winning his first International Tennis Federation junior title in Liverpool in November 2022; notes his rise to career-high ranking number 67 in the world junior …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th April 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd May 2023
25th anniversary of the Scottish Junior Cup final
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Junior Cup final when Arthurlie Football Club defeated local rival Pollock 4-0 at Fir Park in Motherwell; notes that the anniversary will be marked with a testimonial match on 7 May 2023 at Dunterlie Park, with players from the cup-winning …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Civil Service Pay Remit
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the recently published pay remit guidance for the civil service for 2023 to 2024 which has been set at a average of 4.5 per cent across Government departments following an insulting imposed pay award of two per cent for 2022 to 2023; observes that departments have …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th April 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 25th April 2023
Voter ID requirements
Tabled by:
Helen Morgan (Liberal Democrat - North Shropshire)
That this House expresses deep concern at the failure of the Government’s Voter Authority Certificate (VAC) scheme, introduced as an alternative form of photo voter ID for those who do not hold an accepted form of ID under the Voter ID requirements as per the Election Act 2022, and the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th April 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 21st April 2023
Indefinite leave to remain for bereaved partners
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House supports the Refugee and Migrants Forum of Essex and London’s call for a fee waiver to be introduced for bereaved partners applying for indefinite leave to remain; notes that the death of a loved one brings multiple emotional, practical and financial costs; believes that people whose leave …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
29th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st April 2023
Paul O'Grady
Tabled by:
Mick Whitley (Labour - Birkenhead)
That this House expresses its sadness on the untimely passing of Paul O’Grady; celebrates the life of a much-loved entertainer, writer, actor, and comedian; recognises the great pride that the people of Birkenhead have taken over many years in the continued success of their favourite son; commends the trailblazing work …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
30th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 17th April 2023
Wildlife rangers
Tabled by:
Barry Sheerman (Labour (Co-op) - Huddersfield)
That this House congratulates rangers on their work to guard wildlife and protect the natural world; recognises the great damage caused to wildlife by poachers across the world, particularly in Africa and South America; mourns the death of rangers killed by poachers; is aware that illegal wildlife crime is estimated …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th April 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 30th March 2023
John Gibson cycle for Beatson Cancer Charity
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates John Gibson on cycling 124.97 miles across Glasgow and Edinburgh on Friday 31 March 2023 in aid of the Beatson Cancer Charity; commends him for doing so in exactly 11 hours, finishing at Hampden Park; applauds him for raising £2,793 to support the invaluable services that …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th March 2023
Genocide Determination Bill [HL]
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes with enthusiastic approbation the decision of the House of Lords of 28 October 2022, with all party support, to give a second reading to the Genocide Determination Bill, in line with welcome promises by the last two Prime Ministers to reform the law on genocide determination; …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
13th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th March 2023
Menzieshill House Generations Working Together Excellence Awards
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the staff, residents and volunteers at Dundee’s Menzieshill House on their award at the 2023 Generations Working Together Excellence Awards; recognises that Menzieshill House were Highly Commended in the 2023 Awards in recognition of their work towards tackling age discrimination; further recognises that this followed their …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 27th March 2023
St Francis Boxing Club 65th anniversary
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates St Francis Boxing Club on the occasion of its 65th Anniversary; notes that the club will celebrate its anniversary by hosting opposition from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland at the Lynch Centre in May; recognises that the 65th anniversary follows the sad passing of the club’s …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 27th March 2023
Care-experience and protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House recognises that the Equality Act 2010 currently protects people against discrimination for protected characteristics including age, race, gender and sexuality, but not care-experience; praises campaigns by organisations including Who Cares? Scotland and campaigners such as Terry Galloway, who have long lobbied for care-experience to be classed as …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 24th March 2023
Big Yellow Friday 2023
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 31 March 2023 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 …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
50th anniversary of I Will Always Love You
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Dolly Parton's hit song I Will Always Love You; notes the sentiment behind this song and what it means to so many, including the wife of the hon. Member for Strangford; highlights the contribution this song and her music in general to …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 16
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
20th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Epilepsy Scotland and Purple Day
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises and is grateful for the important work carried out by Epilepsy Scotland, who fight to reduce the stigma experienced by people living with epilepsy, and to influence public policy to ensure appropriate support is available for those living with the condition; notes epilepsy is the most …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
16th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Taylor MacKenzie: Special Olympics World Games 2023
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Taylor MacKenzie on being the only Scottish swimmer to be chosen to compete at the 2023 Special Olympic World Games, and at 15 years of age, the youngest person to be selected for Great Britain's team to compete against teams from 190 countries; notes the huge …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Ukrainian artists
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House notes the important role artists from Ukraine have played in sustaining morale and winning international hearts and minds during the terrible year of Russian invasion; urges the Government to set up a fund to enable British arts organisations to continue this work by presenting Ukrainian artists, musicians, …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
80th anniversary of HMS Dasher's sinking
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commemorates the 80th anniversary of the aircraft carrier HMS Dasher's sinking; understands that on 27 March 1943, HMS Dasher suffered an internal explosion whilst sailing between Arran and Ardrossan, causing the vessel to sink with the tragic loss of 379 of her 528 crewmen; recognises that despite …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd March 2023
St. Albert's Primary 50 year anniversary
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of St. Albert's Primary in Pollokshields; understands that celebrations for the young people include an art installation and other activities; notes the fantastic work St. Albert's have done in tackling racism and prejudice through their We Can Be Heroes project, an award-winning series …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 17th March 2023
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:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 7
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
13th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2023
Winston's Wish
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the work of the childhood bereavement charity, Winston’s Wish; congratulates the charity on reaching its 30th anniversary in 2022; notes that they supported over 30,000 children in 2022; further notes with concern the lack of automatic support available for bereaved children upon the death of a …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 12
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2023
The Bridgetown Agenda for global development finance
Tabled by:
Liam Byrne (Labour - Birmingham, Hodge Hill)
That this House notes that extreme poverty has risen for the first time this century; highlights on current trends 3 billion people will still be living on less than $6.85 by 2030; further notes that 200 million children’s lives are threatened by malnourishment; fragility and violence is spreading; learning losses …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
8th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th March 2023
Methilhill Community Children's Initiative
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Methilhill Community Children’s Initiative (MCCI) on the occasion of its tenth anniversary; recalls that MCCI was established with the aim of providing opportunities for both formal and informal outdoor learning for young people living in one of the most deprived areas in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th March 2023
The Miley: 30th anniversary
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of the designation of The Miley in Lochee as a wildlife reserve; recognises the hard work and dedication of the group of volunteers from the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Angus and Dundee Branch who have helped transform the site over the last three decades; …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2023
Hunger in East Africa
Tabled by:
Layla Moran (Liberal Democrat - Oxford West and Abingdon)
That this House is deeply concerned about the acute hunger crisis in the East Africa region; notes that despite 36.4 million people in the Horn of Africa region suffering with hunger, the Government has cut humanitarian aid to less than a fifth of what it was in the financial year …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
23rd February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2023
Henry Wuga's 99th birthday
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House sends its very best wishes to Henry Wuga MBE on the occasion of his 99th birthday; notes that he was born Heinz Wuga in Nuremberg in 1924 and was sent to Glasgow on the Kindertransport in 1939 at the age of only 15; understands that he had …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2023
Amendments to modern slavery guidance
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
This House regrets the Prime Minister’s announcement of 13 December 2022, which included the intention to remove the gold-plating in our modern slavery system and significantly raise the threshold someone must meet to be recognised as a victim of modern slavery; opposes the subsequent updates to Modern Slavery Guidance, which …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2023
Ukrainian refugees and driving in the UK
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House calls on the Government to support Ukrainian refugees who have made the journey to the UK by car to be able to use them without needing to undergo a permanent import and registration to UK number plates for the duration of their stay in the UK; and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 3rd 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:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 33
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2023
VAT on audiobooks
Tabled by:
Mike Penning (Conservative - Hemel Hempstead)
That this House recognises that audio books, now popular and widely available across all genres; from business to academic, from historical to self help, are a lifeline for many people with sight loss, visual impairment, dyslexia or other reading disabilities; agrees that audio books offer unique opportunities for visually-impaired and …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Conservative: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st September 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd March 2023
Pension Credit and the cost of living payment eligibility period
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House understands that the eligibility period for the £650 cost of living payment for anyone receiving Pension Credit has passed; recognises that the uptake of Pension Credit is low; understands that Pension Credit and the associated benefits, including the £650 cost of living payment, provide vital support to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
17th October 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2023
Cost of using vehicles for work
Tabled by:
Bob Blackman (Conservative - Harrow East)
That this House recognises the impact that the increase in fuel prices and motoring costs is having on those who rely on their cars and personal vehicles for carrying out their work duties, particularly those in the NHS, local government and social care; notes that the current mileage rates are …
115 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 32
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th February 2023
VAT Burn campaign and reform of VAT on sunscreen products
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the need to reform VAT on sunscreen products that provide a health benefit; acknowledges that Government advice to sit in the shade is not enough to protect our skin; supports sunscreen products being defined as a healthcare product, instead of luxury goods; and calls on the …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th February 2023
30 Years of Celtic connections music festival
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates music festival Celtic Connections on its 30th anniversary; notes the breadth of talent and cross-genre spirit of this festival which has brightened Glasgow winters for three decades; understands the festival celebrates Glasgow's connections to cultures all over the world through folk, roots and world music; appreciates …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
31st January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th February 2023
Radio 1’s Big Weekend Dundee
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House welcomes the announcement that BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2023 will be held in Dundee’s Camperdown Park; notes that the Big Weekend 2020 was due to be held in the city but was sadly cancelled due to the covid-19 pandemic; further notes that 80,000 people are expected …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th February 2023
50th anniversary of Dundee Civic Trust
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee Civic Trust on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; notes that the Trust was founded in February 1973 by local people to help support the protection and conservation of Dundee’s numerous historic buildings; further notes that the Trust continues to this day to promote and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th February 2023
The Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House recognises the overwhelming importance of achieving clean air in order to protect life and health now and for future generations; notes that 5th-9th December marks the seventieth anniversary of the Great Smog of London in 1952; welcomes the Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill, known as Ella’s Law, …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 9th February 2023
National Lottery funding for Queen's Park FC Foundation
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Queen's Park FC Foundation on receiving a grant of £9,696 from the National Lottery; notes that this funding will allow Queen's Park FC Foundation to deliver four ten-week programmes to older isolated adults living in the south of Glasgow; recognises that Queen’s Park FC Foundation uses …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 9th February 2023
National Lottery funding for Give A Dog A Bone
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Give A Dog A Bone... and an animal a home on their receipt of a £88,000 grant from the National Lottery; recognises that this will allow Give A Dog A Bone to provide chronically isolated and lonely individuals in Glasgow and Troon with the opportunity to …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 9th February 2023
National Lottery funding for Castlemilk Community Church
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Castlemilk Community Church on received a grant of £98,522 from the National Lottery; recognises that this will fund an outreach programme over the next three years that aims to support newly arrived asylum seekers and refugees with settling into residency in Glasgow South constituency; commends this …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 9th February 2023
National Lottery funding for Cassiltoun Housing Association
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Cassiltoun Housing Association on its £9,220 grant from the National Lottery; notes that this will allow the club to provide art classes for Castlemilk residents who are over 50 years of age to improve their wellbeing; and commends the work of this organisation, along with those …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th February 2023
Pay offer for Members' staff
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes after years of below inflation pay increases to MPs staff that the 2023-24 pay offer of 4.9 per cent from the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority is grossly inadequate; supports the Unite Parliamentary branch's demand for a RPI plus two percent pay increase; recognises a 2020 independent …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
30th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th February 2023
Tanks and Military Aid for Ukraine
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House notes that 24 February marks the first anniversary of Russia launching an all-out invasion of Ukraine; applauds the Ukrainian people’s courageous resistance; welcomes the gifting of a squadron of Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine and the transfer of Leopard 2 and M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine; recognises …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 9
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023
LGBT+ History Month 2023
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises February as LGBT+ History Month and welcomes 2023’s Behind the Lens theme, celebrating the vast contribution LGBT+ people make to cinema and film; commemorates the struggle for LGBT+ rights over past decades and celebrates the hard-won freedoms and rights gained by the LGBT+ community; understands that …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
31st January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023
Second anniversary of military coup in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Bow)
That this House extends solidarity to the people of Myanmar resisting the military coup that took place on 1 February 2021; deplores that over 17,000 people have been arrested, over 2,700 killed and over one million forced to flee their homes; calls for the immediate release of elected members of …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023
Support for the hospice sector
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the excellent end of life care and support provided by hospices across the UK to 300,000 people and their families every year; is concerned by the financial strain placed upon hospices due to the soaring costs of energy which places around £100m of additional costs a …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 10
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023
Disappearance of migrant children from asylum hotels
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House notes concerning reports of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children disappearing from hotels; expresses concern for the welfare of these children; notes that several reports suggest that these children are being targeted and trafficked; further notes that in one example, 136 children went missing from one hotel in 18 months …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th February 2023
Disability and cost of living
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House recognises that there is often a significant income gap between disabled and non-disabled people; further recognises that disabled people are being hit hard by the current cost of living crisis and are much more likely to struggle to heat their homes and cut back on food over …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 11
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
18th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 2023
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia for use in Yemen
Tabled by:
Kim Johnson (Labour - Liverpool, Riverside)
That this House notes with concern the ongoing devastation of the war on Yemen, which has repeatedly been named one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the world since the Saudi-led Coalition first launched airstrikes in March 2015; further notes that the Government continues to allow arms sales to Saudi …
73 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
24th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Celebration of the life and work of Robert (Rabbie) Burns
Tabled by:
Allan Dorans (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House notes and celebrates the 264th 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 …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th January 2023
Constitutional Law
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill (Prohibition on Submission for Royal Assent) Order 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 41), dated 17 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 17 January 2023, be annulled.
52 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th January 2023
Social Security
Tabled by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That an humble Address be presented to His Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Administrative Earnings Threshold) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 (S.I., 2023, No. 7), dated 6 January 2023, a copy of which was laid before this House on 9 January 2023, be annulled.
47 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 11th January 2023
Pollokshields Burgh Hall Trust 25th anniversary
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Pollokshields Burgh Hall Trust on its 25th anniversary; notes the achievements of the Trust in the past 25 years in reopening and maintaining the Halls as a community asset; thanks all the staff and volunteers who have always been on hand to help and to ensure …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2023
Strictly Come Dancing winner 2022
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates renowned wildlife photographer and television presenter Hamza Yassin and his dance partner Jowita Przystal on winning Strictly Come Dancing 2022; acknowledges the hard work, commitment and impressive dancing skills shown by all contestants on the show; welcomes Sudanese-born Hamza’s decision to make his home in Scotland …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
19th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2023
Royal Mail industrial action
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House fully supports the more than 100,000 postal workers at Royal Mail engaging in strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay and conditions; notes the £758 million in profit made by Royal Mail in the financial year 2021-2022, an increase of £56 million from the previous financial …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2023
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 175th anniversary
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Royal Conservatoire on their 175th anniversary in 2022; notes that they have been teaching the performing arts in Glasgow since 1847; understands that the institution has grown over the past 175 years to become consistently ranked within the world’s top 10 performing arts institutions; further …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th January 2023
BP dividends
Tabled by:
Margaret Hodge (Labour - Barking)
That this House condemns BP’s failure to honour its commitment to exit investments in Russia; notes that BP remains the largest private shareholder of Russia’s biggest oil company, Rosneft, and as such is receiving wartime dividends totalling £580 million; notes that these dividends are equivalent to over one quarter of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th January 2023
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th January 2023
Mr Ali Ahmed Aslam, founder of Glasgow's Shish Mahal Restaurant
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House sends its sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Mr Ali Ahmed Aslam, original proprietor of the Shish Mahal restaurant in the West End of Glasgow, who passed away on 19 December 2022; notes that the restaurant, opened in 1964, is credited with inventing the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2022
61 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 5
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
9th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 9th December 2022
Special Tribunal on Russian Aggression in Ukraine
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this house seeks justice and accountability for atrocities committed by Russian troops during their invasion of Ukraine, as well as for the crime of the war itself; recognises that the decision by the Russian Federation to launch attacks on Ukraine poses a grave challenge to the post-1945 international order; …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
21st November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2022
Funding for fire and rescue services
Tabled by:
Mary Kelly Foy (Labour - City of Durham)
That this House recognises and celebrates the significant role firefighters play in society, particularly in the face of increasing extreme weather events and the part they played during the pandemic that included delivering medicines to the vulnerable, supporting the ambulance service and moving the bodies of the deceased; further recognises …
89 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
5th December 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 5th December 2022
10th anniversary of the death of Tony Heron
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises that 2022 marks the 10th anniversary of the death of Tony Heron, a Wigtownshire man devoted to both his family and country; commends him for his service as a young man during the Second World War as part of the Royal Army Service Corps; and thanks …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th November 2022
150th anniversary of first international football match
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that St. Andrew’s Day marks the 150th anniversary of the first international football match played between Scotland and England at the West of Scotland cricket ground in Glasgow in 1872, attracting a crowd of around 4,000 each paying one shilling for entry; notes that the final …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
28th November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th November 2022
Craigie High School, Dundee
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
This House congratulates Craigie High School, in Dundee, for winning the Safety Groups UK Award for Development Through Education - and the Scottish Chamber of Safety Silver Punch Bowl - for a project featuring its Watch your Back video as part of its LOcHER project; notes that the judges were …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2022
Home-Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire 21st anniversary
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates Home-Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire on its twenty-first anniversary; recognises that it is one of the leading charities in family support in the community; acknowledges the impact it makes within the local communities it serves including helping to improve educational attainment, aiding the building of …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
22nd November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2022
Heartland FM and the 2022 Community Radio Awards
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Heartland FM on being awarded the silver trophy in the prestigious Station of the Year category for the second year in a row at the 2022 Community Radio Awards; understands that the awards recognise community radio stations across the UK and the excellent service they provide …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2022
Young Women Lead Programme
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the significant achievements of the Young Women Lead programme upon the completion of their 'Community Places Community Spaces' project which began in May 2022; notes that the project was formulated with a passion for the provision of community services and a desire to highlight what services …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Dec 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th November 2022
Pension Credit
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes the Government’s promotion of Pension Credit to increase its uptake, at long last, given that research by Independent Age had shown that only 61 per cent of those eligible were receiving it; appreciates that Pension Credit can be a gateway benefit for low income pensioners; is …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd November 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2022
25th anniversary of Myeloma UK
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House extends its congratulations to Myeloma UK staff, volunteers and supporters as the organisation celebrates its 25th anniversary this year; recognises that over the last 25 years the charity has helped to transform lives through investing nearly £19 million into myeloma research; acknowledges that they have answered more …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th October 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 21st October 2022
Ministerial severance payments
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises that the Ministerial and other Pensions and Salaries Act 1991 states that where a Minister of eligible age ceases to hold office and is not reappointed to a ministerial office within three weeks, they will be entitled to a severance payment of a quarter of their …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
17th October 2022
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th October 2022
40th Anniversary of Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra on the 40th anniversary of its founding, on 23rd October 1982, by Wallace & Lex Galbraith with the aim of developing the musical skills and a love of traditional Scottish Fiddle Music among young musicians in the South West of Scotland; notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
8th September 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 15th September 2022
Loss and Damage Action Day 2022
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House acknowledges Loss and Damage Action Day, which is taking place on 22 September 2022, to highlight the severe impacts of climate change already affecting communities around the world; notes that climate change induced loss and damage is projected to cost between $290bn and $580bn a year by …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th July 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2022
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 Betsy; is shocked to see the harrowing exposé showing thousands of …
93 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 25
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
5th September 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2022
Principles of democracy
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House asserts the basic principles of democracy whereby 50 percent plus one of those who vote in a democratic ballot commands a majority for change; rejects suggestions that a future British Government would legislate to require more than half of the entire registered Scottish electorate to vote in …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st July 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2022
Come Dine in Glasgow
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the three Glasgow restaurants featured in episode 17 of Come Dine with Me: The Professionals first shown on Channel 4 on Tuesday 19 July 2022; considers that African restaurant and bar 'Calabash', Persian restaurant 'Saffron by Paradise' and Scottish restaurant 'Red Onion' perfectly demonstrated the eclectic …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
10th May 2022
79 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
12th July 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th July 2022
Political violence and presidential election in Brazil
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
This House expresses its deep concerns about reports of political violence against representatives of the Workers’ Party in Brazil ahead of this October’s Presidential election; notes that the far-right Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and his cabinet ministers, nearly half of whom are military generals, have made repeated threats against the …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
13th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th June 2022
Israeli Flag Day in Occupied East Jerusalem
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House condemns the annual Israeli flag march through Palestinian neighbourhoods of occupied East Jerusalem marked by widespread racist chants, including death to Arabs and we will burn your village; further condemns the frequent attacks on Palestinian residents of East Jerusalem by marchers, and attacks on journalists, including this …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
20th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 17th June 2022
Glasgow as the potential host city for Eurovision 2023
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that Ukraine won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2022; recognises that it is unable to host the 2023 contest due to the illegal invasion of its territory by Russia; understands that the European Broadcasting Union has entered into discussion with the BBC as runner up nation …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
Volunteers’ Week, 1st to 7th June 2022
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes Volunteers’ Week which is scheduled to take place from 1st to 7th June; understands the campaign, which started in 1984, means to mark its 38th year by formally saying thank you to volunteers across the UK; also thanks the teams involved in each of the four …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
Carers Week 2022
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House supports Carers Week 2022, which is taking place from 6 to 12 June; recognises this year’s theme of making caring visible, valued and supported; emphasises the invaluable contribution that millions of unpaid carers make across the UK on a daily basis, by providing care to their family …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2023)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 11
Labour: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
Stonewall findings on acceptance of LGBT identities
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes findings from recent research commissioned by LGBTQIA+ charity, Stonewall, which finds that levels of acceptance and respect of the LGBT community is now at an all-time high in the UK; celebrates that now anti-LGBT sentiments are restricted to a tiny minority of the public; welcomes that …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
50 years of Pride in the UK
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes Pride Month 2022, running from 1st to 30th June; understands Pride is a month-long celebration of the establishment of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement that followed the Stonewall riots in New York in 1969; recognises this year marks 50 years of the Pride movement in the UK, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
Volunteers' Week 2022
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges the invaluable work of volunteers across North Ayrshire and Arran constituency, Scotland and the UK as it marks Volunteers’ Week 2022; notes that this is the 38th year of Volunteers’ Week when thousands of charities and voluntary organisations recognise the contribution volunteers make across the UK …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2022
Aberdeen Residents Standing With Ukraine
Tabled by:
Stephen Flynn (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen South)
That this House recognises the hard work, compassion and dedication of Aberdeen residents Adrianna Sosnowska and Kacha Cwiklinska who have worked tirelessly in their efforts as part of the Polish Association and OWN Woman charity to get aid to Ukrainians who have been forced from their homes; acknowledges their continued …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th June 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 9th June 2022
Diamond Jubilee of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Broomhill
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the parish of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Broomhill, on the celebration of its Diamond Jubilee; recognises the importance of the parish to the Catholic faith community in Broomhill and Jordanhill; commends the parish on its contribution to the local community over the last 60 years; …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
26th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 6th June 2022
Networks of Wellbeing & Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award
Tabled by:
Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Huntly-based Networks of Wellbeing on being awarded the prestigious Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 2022; notes that the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme recognises those who demonstrate or advocate support to the Armed Forces community and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant; …
4 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
25th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2022
Effect of standing charges on vulnerable consumers
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges the increase in the energy price cap, has seen household energy costs rising exponentially from 1 April 2022; notes the standing charges applied daily to consumers is also rising, by at least 80 per cent in most cases; understands that this charge is applied regardless of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th June 2022
Killing of Shireen Abu Akleh
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is shocked by the killing of Al-Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh by Israeli forces whilst reporting on raids in Jenin; extends its sincere condolences to her family and colleagues who are devastated? by her death; is appalled that this widely-respected, brave and committed journalist was hit by …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd May 2022
Penicuik Athletic places second in the East of Scotland Premier Division
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Penicuik Athletic FC on placing second in the East of Scotland Premier Division; notes that the Midlothian-based club, founded in 1888, placed second following their 2-1 match against Sauchie Juniors last month; commends the club's players, management and supporters for their impressive achievement; and wishes Penicuik …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd May 2022
Bonnyrigg Rose promotion to the SPFL
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Bonnyrigg Rose FC on their historic promotion to the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) following last week's victory over Cowdenbeath; notes that the 141 year-old, Midlothian-based club will now be playing SPFL League 2 football next season for the first time after a 1-0 win at …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2022
Changes to Universal Credit
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This House notes that Universal Credit payments are not keeping pace with rising living costs; notes that deductions taken from those payments, for example to repay advances, leave households on low incomes struggling to afford food and other essentials; recognises the action taken by the Department for Work and Pensions …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
17th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2022
Specialist Huntington’s Disease Services
Tabled by:
Hilary Benn (Labour - Leeds Central)
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: 37
Liberal Democrat: 14
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
17th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2022
Employment bill
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House expresses its disappointment that the Government has not introduced an Employment Bill in the 2022 Queen’s Speech; notes that an Employment Bill was announced in the 2019 Queen’s Speech but is yet to reach the statute books; deplores the Government’s missed opportunity to bring forth policies on …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd May 2022
University of Dundee's Research Excellence Framework performance
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on its recent performance in the national Research Excellence Framework assessment; notes that 84 per cent of research carried out by the University of Dundee was deemed to be world leading or internationally excellent, an increase from 75 per cent in the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 23rd May 2022
Aberfeldy Initiative Feldy-Roo on Scottish Charity Awards shortlist
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House commends Feldy-Roo on being shortlisted in the community action category in the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) 2022 Scottish Charity Awards; understands that the community action award commemorates community-led groups and organisations who are making a big difference to a small community; notes that SCVO, the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 23 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 23rd May 2022
Queens Park FC promotion to the Scottish Championship
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Queens Park Football Club, Scotland's oldest team, the players, staff and supporters on the club's promotion to the Scottish Championship as play-off winners; applauds the club in extending its own and the city of Glasgow's proud history of footballing success; and wishes Queens Park the very …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Reduction in civil service employment
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns Government plans to cut 91,000 jobs from the civil service over the next three years; notes that departmental spending levels for the next three years have only recently been issued, following a process of assessing future staffing requirements; is angered to have learnt of these plans …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2023)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Paid miscarriage leave
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce paid miscarriage leave; notes that, in the UK, two weeks parental bereavement leave and pay is in place after stillbirth, however there is no such support for anyone who has experienced a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy; understands that miscarriage …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Hunting on Ministry of Defence land
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes with concern that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) continues to grant licences for trail and drag hunts on MoD land, including 248 hunts over 13 MoD sites in a single year; notes that leaked footage shows the Hunting Office and the Masters of Fox Hounds Association …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Independent: 1
16th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th May 2022
Ukrainian forces in Azovstal
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House both recognises and salutes the heroism and fortitude of the Ukrainian soldiers and volunteers fighting for their country in the Azovstal steel works at Mariupol; understands that the Azovstal defenders are trapped, starving and lacking in fresh water, ammunition, medicine, adequate heating, sanitation and heavy weapons, with …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 26 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th May 2022
ME Awareness Day 2022
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises 12 May 2022 as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Day, which aims to highlight the impact this condition has on approximately 250,000 people across the UK; commends the endless dedication of campaigners and charities working to raise awareness of ME as a serious and debilitating neurological condition; …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2023)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 12
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
10th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th May 2022
Melanoma Awareness Month and VAT on sunscreen
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that May is Melanoma awareness month; understands that melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer and that that most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays; is aware that protecting your skin from UV rays is key to lowering …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th May 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2022
Roza Salih's election as a Councillor in Scotland
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House celebrates the huge achievement of Roza Salih, a Kurdish-born, Scottish human rights activist and campaigner who has become the first former refugee to be elected as a local councillor in Scotland; congratulates Roza on her election on May 6 2022 to serve as a councillor for the …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
27th April 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th April 2022
Youth forum at The Brunswick
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the young people of Barmulloch and Balornock who have formed The Brunswick Youth Forum based at the Brunswick Centre in the North of Glasgow; applauds the success of their recent gala day which was a major achievement; notes that they have consulted the local community on …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
27th April 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th April 2022
Bluevale Community Club
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House thanks everyone involved in Bluevale Community Club based in the communities of Dennistoun and Haghill in the East End of Glasgow; recognises that the club was formed by two local residents and has developed in a very short period of time from being a boxing club to …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
27th April 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th April 2022
New Rhythms for Sighthill
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House applauds the hard work and energy from New Rhythms for Glasgow to transform the former Sighthill Nursery into a multi purpose community and arts venue; acknowledges that this was done with the support and help of the community of Sighthill in the North of Glasgow and funding …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
28th March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st March 2022
Brain Tumour Awareness Month
Tabled by:
Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party - East Londonderry)
That this House notes that March 2022 is Brain Tumour Awareness Month, acknowledging the biggest cancer killer in children and the under 40s; commends those involved in raising awareness of the condition throughout the year, such as all those working with and through the Brain Tumour Charity and the volunteer …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
28th March 2022
88 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 26
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
28th March 2022
12 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
23rd March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
P&O Ferries and DP World
Tabled by:
Karl Turner (Labour - Kingston upon Hull East)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the decision of P&O Ferries to fire 800 staff without notice or consultation with their trade unions, the RMT and Nautilus; demands the immediate reinstatement of the sacked workers; condemns their replacement with agency workers earning as little as £1.80 per …
125 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 93
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
18th March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
St Patrick's Primary School Ukraine Appeal
Tabled by:
Anum Qaisar (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates St Patrick's Primary School, Shotts on their student led appeal organised by Primary five pupils to collect items for a Ukraine Appeal; understands the pupils have collected, sorted and arranged for donations to be available to Ukrainian people and Ukrainian refugees; and commends them on their …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
Standing charges on energy bills
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned about the rising costs of energy bills and the severe financial pressure this is placing on households across the UK; is alarmed that standing charges on energy bills could constitute as much as around one quarter of the entire energy bills of those consumers …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st March 2022
VAT on petrol and diesel
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House observes with concern the ongoing increase in fuel prices across Scotland and the UK, with the cost of petrol and diesel in the UK hitting an all-time high; notes that the Government announced at the recent Autumn Budget fuel duty rates will remain frozen at 57.95 pence …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Thursday 3rd March 2022
Big Yellow Friday 2022
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 4 March 2022 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 …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
Eve Muirhead and Team GB's Women's Olympic Gold
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House warmly congratulates Blair Atholl's Eve Muirhead on leading her ladies curling rink to Olympic gold in Beijing against Japan; recognises the monumental efforts of Eve Muirhead, Vicky Wright, Jennifer Dodds, Hailey Duff and alternate Mili Smith, from Guildtown, throughout the tournament; shares the pride felt across Scotland …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
Pension triple lock and pensioner poverty
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges the 5.5 per cent rise in inflation which saw the cost-of-living soar to a 30-year high in January, with energy, fuel and food prices all being impacted; recognises that more than two million older people are already living in poverty in the UK, up 31per cent …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
22nd February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd February 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: 14
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
22nd February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
Estonian National Day
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 24 February is the Estonian National Day, marking 124 years since the signing of the Estonian declaration of independence in 1918, and the foundation of the Republic of Estonia; further notes that the Estonian people had been subjects variously of Swedish, Russian and German Empires …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd February 2022
Team GB Women’s Curling Team winning Olympic Gold
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House recognises the outstanding achievement of Team GB Women’s Curling Team on bringing home Gold at the Winter Olympics 2022 in Beijing; congratulates all five Scottish athletes, Hailey Duff, Vicky Wright, Eve Muirhead, Jen Dodds and Mili Smith for their impressive win over the 2018 Bronze medallists Japan; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
1st February 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd February 2022
LGBT+ History Month
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that February is LGBT+ History Month, which aims to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of all; welcomes this year's theme, Blurring Borders: A World in Motion, which invites people to think beyond borders and to consider their place within the global movement towards equality; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
26th January 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd February 2022
DH Robertson Butchers, Arbroath
Tabled by:
Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House warmly congratulates Steve and Pam Bennet at DH Robertson butchers in Arbroath on their win at the Scottish Craft Butchers Awards 2022 becoming champions in the Best Link Sausage category; further congratulates DH Robertson on winning at the World Championship Scotch Pie Awards 2022 in three categories, …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
2nd February 2022
22 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
28th January 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Friday 28th January 2022
Edna Clayton 101st birthday
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises that Edna Clayton, who moved into the Hector House facility in Shawlands last August, will be 101 years old on 31 January 2022; extends its birthday wishes to fun-loving Edna who is well-known figure around Battlefield and has dedicated her life to her son, James; regrets …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th January 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th 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: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th January 2022
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 12th January 2022
In memory of David Stuart
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House is deeply saddened by the sudden death of David Stuart, an internationally respected advocate, activist, support worker, campaigner, lecturer and researcher for LGBT+ communities; notes that David worked at 56 Dean Street for the last eight years as the Substance Misuse Lead specialising in Chem Sex, and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
17th May 2021
41 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd December 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Glen Cinema Disaster Memorial
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House commends the work of Paisley Rotary, Future Paisley and the Paisley community in providing a fitting permanent memorial to honour the 71 children who lost their lives in the Glen Cinema Disaster on the 31st of December 1929; notes that the children died after a smoking canister …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd December 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Barnett Consequentials from the Culture Recovery Fund
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern reports that HM Treasury has only delivered £9 million of an expected £40 million to the Scottish Government in consequential funding arising from the £300 million increase in the Culture Recovery Fund announced in the March 2021 Budget; notes that while First Minister Nicola …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
2nd December 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week
Tabled by:
Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week running from 1 to 7 December; understands Crohn’s & Colitis UK aim to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around these very serious and incurable conditions; notes that each day of Crohn’s Awareness Week a platform will be available for anyone …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Universal Credit reduction
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House deplores the Government's punitive decision to remove the £20 per week Universal Credit uplift, which the Joseph Rowntree Foundation estimates leaves around 5.5 million families worse off by £1,040 per year and will push a further half a million people over the poverty line; deeply regrets that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
29th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th December 2021
Scottish Comic Book Day 27 November 2021
Tabled by:
Richard Thomson (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
This House notes that Scottish Comic Book Day was marked on 27 November 2021 celebrating comics, comic artwork and related media with a link to Scotland; understands that people from Scotland continue to be involved in the comic and graphic novel industry, including the film and televisual adaptions of those …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th December 2021
Recognition of the life of Bertie Auld
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the life of Celtic Football Club legend, and member of the European Cup winning ‘Lisbon Lions’ side, Bertie Auld, who sadly passed away on 14 November 2021; recalls that he spoke fondly of growing up in Glasgow’s Panmure Street where he played for local club Maryhill …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st December 2021
Animals in Scientific Research and transition to new approach methodologies
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House regrets 2.88 million animal experiments were carried out in Great Britain in 2020; notes there can be better options than using animals in scientific research; further notes the Animal Free Research UK report Modernising Medical Research recommendation to establish a role focussed on replacing animals with human …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 23
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
25th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th November 2021
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence 2021
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes that 25 November 2021 marks the first day of 2021’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence; further notes that 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign beginning on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, that was …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th November 2021
Govan Housing Association's 50th anniversary
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Govan Housing Association as it celebrates its momentous 50th anniversary; recognises that, when founded in 1971 under the name Central Govan Housing Association, it was the first community-based housing provider, leading the way for social housing provision in Scotland; notes that Govan Housing Association has a …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
19th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th November 2021
First Bus and Together for our Planet Event
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates First Bus on its successful hosting of the official COP26 electric vehicle charging site at its Caledonia Depot, the largest charging station for electric vehicles in the UK; notes that international and delegates from across the UK visited throughout COP26 to discuss the future of sustainable …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th 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: 22
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
15th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th November 2021
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House recognises Transgender Day of Remembrance on 20 November, a day, observed annually and internationally, to memorialise trans people lost to transphobia; further recognises that, while the murder of trans people for being trans in the UK is rare, suicide is not, and more than one in four …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
Outsourcing
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the use of private contractors in delivering front-line services across the Department for Work and Pensions; further notes that current services run by private firm Serco include the Initial Evidence Interview, General Enquiries and Advanced Payments, and Personal Independence Payments Mandatory Reconsideration; notes that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th November 2021
Horizon Europe
Tabled by:
Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the importance of collaboration in research and innovation that has been fostered by Horizon Europe, which has resulted in collaborations which boost competitiveness and growth; notes that the Government has announced an association with Horizon Europe in January that has yet to be finalised; and urges …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th November 2021
Heartland FM at the 2021 Community Radio Awards
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Heartland FM, based in Pitlochry, on their four wins at the 2021 Community Radio Awards; notes that Heartland FM were shortlisted in four categories and placed in every category they were nominated for; particularly congratulates Ashley Keenan-Bryce on winning a gold award for Best Newcomer on …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 9th 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
26th October 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th October 2021
Death and recognition of Walter Smith OBE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House expresses its deep sorrow at the death of Rangers Football Club legend, and one of the great modern day football managers, Walter Smith OBE; recognises Walter's extraordinary contribution to Scottish football, both as a manager and as a player, beginning his playing career at Dundee United in …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Nov 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
12th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th October 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
23rd September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th October 2021
Clarkston gas explosion of 21 October 1971
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recalls, fifty years on, the dreadful events of 21 October 1971, when Scotland’s worst peace-time explosion ripped through the Clarkston Toll shopping precinct, quickly reducing the shops to rubble; recognises the devastating impact on the local community, with 22 people losing their lives and more than 100 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st September 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
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 21st September 2021
Covid-19 vaccinations at Caird Hall
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House notes that Monday 20 September 2021 will be the last day that covid-19 vaccinations are delivered at Dundee’s Caird Hall; celebrates that NHS Tayside have delivered 135,000 vaccinations at the Caird Hall over the last eight months to people across the city and wider Tayside area; further …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
16th September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021
Access to cash (No. 2)
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises that many people living in rural communities need access to cash, particularly those who are elderly or financially excluded; further recognises that the many post office closures are having a devastating impact on people’s access to wider services as well as cash; and implores the Government …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
21st September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021
Centenary of the Victory Baths in Renfrew
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that the Victory Baths in Renfrew celebrated its centenary on 19 September 2021; understands that the swimming baths were gifted to the town by shipbuilder and government minister, Sir Frederick Lobnitz, who, along with his wife, Lady Lobnitz and Lady Blythswood conducted the opening ceremony watched …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st September 2021
60th anniversary of Kirklandneuk Primary School
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that Kirklandneuk Primary School in Renfrew celebrated its 60th anniversary on 28 August 2021; understands that the school has over the last three weeks had several events celebrating the occasion; believes that Kirklandneuk Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in the Renfrew …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Tuesday 14th September 2021
Kharkiv Pride 2021
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
This House congratulates people taking part in the Pride march in Kharkiv, Ukraine; notes that the third annual civil rights march attracted a record crowd of between 2000-3000 participants; however, condemns the violence that was instigated by right-wing protestors at the end of the parade; salutes the efforts of LGBT+ …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
6th September 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th September 2021
World Suicide Prevention Day
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that suicide is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages and that, according to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 703,000 people die by suicide worldwide each year; acknowledges the impact of the covid-19 pandemic on mental health and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th September 2021
105 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
15th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd July 2021
Professor Samson Kambalu and the Fourth Plinth commission
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the commission of Professor Samson Kambalu and his sculpture Antelope for installation on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square in 2022; recognises that the sculpture is a recreation of a 1914 photograph of pan-Africanist Malawian preacher, John Chilembwe and European missionary John Chorley, where Chilembwe wears …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd July 2021
Arlington Baths Club 150th anniversary celebrations
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Arlington Baths Club in the West End of Glasgow as it celebrates the 150th anniversary of its opening on 1 August 1871; notes that plans for July 2020 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Club's foundation were much reduced as a result of the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
26th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd July 2021
20th Anniversary of the Bard in Botanics
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Bard in the Botanics, Glasgow’s annual outdoor Shakespeare festival, which marks its 20th anniversary in 2021; notes since their first festival they have staged more than 100 productions of Shakespeare’s work to audiences totalling in excess of 150,000 within Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens; further notes some of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
BBC Scotland Studios at Pacific Quayside
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House recognises the importance of BBC Scotland’s control of the studios at Pacific Quayside; congratulates BECTU and SNP colleagues who have defended Scottish based jobs against a potential London takeover thus maintaining the broadcasting ecosystem that provides employment for freelancers in Scotland; and looks forward to seeing the …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th July 2021
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th July 2021
Access to cash
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the importance of access to cash for the UK population; notes that due to bank branch closures and the loss of free-to-use ATMs across the UK, millions are at risk of losing access to cash; further notes that all communities should be guaranteed a right to …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
14th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th July 2021
40th anniversary of Mandela's Freedom of Glasgow
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the upcoming 40th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela being granted the Freedom of Glasgow; further notes that 4 August 1981 was the day Glasgow City Council presented the Freedom of the City to Nelson Mandela in absentia, since he was still on Robben Island, and Dr. Alex …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th July 2021
Ministry of Defence Guard Service
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House salutes the professionalism and dedication of the Ministry of Defence Guard Service, which provides civilian security at most of the UK’s largest military bases; insists that MoD Guard Service (MGS) personnel should be celebrated for their vital contribution to the MoD, and that a culture of teamwork …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 7th July 2021
March for Dignity - Tbilisi Pride 2021
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House is saddened and disappointed to note the cancellation of the recent March for Dignity Tbilisi Pride event after a violent counter demonstration; condemns the actions of Georgian authorities which allowed a mob to break in and ransack the offices of the organisers; notes with concern that 53 …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st July 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th 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: 12
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th June 2021
22 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th July 2021
UK citizenship charges
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House regrets the extortionate charges for people wanting to gain citizenship to the UK; highlights that the fees are much higher than European neighbours and international allies; further highlights the exceptional social and economic benefit that immigrants contribute to the UK; and, finally, urges the Government to lower …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 1st July 2021
The fur trade in the UK
Tabled by:
Tracey Crouch (Conservative - Chatham and Aylesford)
That this House welcomes the Call for Evidence on the fur trade in the UK; urges the Government to introduce legislation to ban the import and sale of fur in the UK having first banned fur farms more than 20 years ago, something that is possible now that the UK …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 51
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
30th June 2021
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
28th June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th June 2021
Rett UK and Rett Syndrome Awareness
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends Rett UK for the invaluable work they do as the only specialist charity in the UK to provide professional family support, information and advice to those affected by Rett Syndrome; recognises the need for greater awareness of Rett Syndrome as a rare neurological condition that impacts …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 28th 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: 6
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th June 2021
Armed Forces Day 2021
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House notes that Armed Forces Day 2021 takes place on 26th June; welcomes this recognition and appreciation of both current and former service personnel; applauds and sincerely thanks Armed Forces personnel and veterans for their outstanding public service and personal sacrifice throughout their military careers; welcomes a national …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
9th June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd June 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
21st June 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd June 2021
Apple Daily and freedom of speech in Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes its concern over the recent arrests of a further five employees of Hong Kong newspaper Apple Daily on the suspicion of national security violations; recognises the importance of a free, open and robust media for holding the powerful to account and is concerned that these arrests …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Labour: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th June 2021
Deaf Awareness Week 2021
Tabled by:
Wera Hobhouse (Liberal Democrat - Bath)
That this House celebrates Deaf Awareness Week, which ran from 4-9 May 2021; recognises that there are around 151,000 users of British Sign Language in the UK, about 87,000 of whom are Deaf; notes with concern that too many deaf people in the UK still face social exclusion as a …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 1
26th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th May 2021
Lady Rita Rae QC elected as Rector of Glasgow University
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Lady Rae on her election as Rector of the University of Glasgow on 21st April 2020; notes that Lady Rae is making history by becoming the University of Glasgow’s first female working Rector, and only the second woman ever elected to the post after the symbolic …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th May 2021
Job Centre safety
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the decision of the Department for Work and Pensions to considerably increase face-to-face services in job centres across the UK without formal consultation with trade unions; is concerned that the Department for Work and Pensions has failed to conduct adequate risk assessments in advance of the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th May 2021
Protests in Colombia
Tabled by:
Tony Lloyd (Labour - Rochdale)
That this House expresses profound concern on reports of excessive use of force by the Colombian police, against overwhelmingly peaceful social protests as confirmed by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights across Colombia from 28 April 2021, as part of a national strike; believes the right …
101 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 30
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 17th May 2021
Undocumented migrants
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House recognises that there are many barriers that prevent people from accessing and maintaining stable immigration status even when they were either born in the UK or have lived in the UK for many years; further recognises that the majority of undocumented migrants have lost their status through …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 34
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
12th May 2021
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th May 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th May 2021
Fire and rehire tactics
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House observes the widespread and growing use of fire and rehire tactics by employers over recent months; condemns the actions of a number of companies in threatening staff with termination if reductions to wages and conditions are not agreed to; notes the widespread legal prohibition on such employment …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2022)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 15
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
28th April 2021
1 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 1
26th April 2021
10 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th April 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th April 2021
Fire and rehire tactics
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with alarm the growing number of employers who are dismissing and re-engaging staff on worse pay and terms and conditions, a practice commonly known as fire and rehire; agrees with Government Ministers that such tactics represent an unacceptable abuse of power by rogue bosses, many of …
75 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th April 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Monday 26th April 2021
35th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House observes the 35th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster which took place on the 26 April 1986; remembers the victims of one of the largest man-made disasters in human history and the failed attempts by a totalitarian Soviet government to conceal the truth; acknowledges the immense bravery of …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st April 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 21st April 2021
Queens Park FC Scottish League 2 Champions
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Queens Park Football Club, Scotland's oldest team, the players, staff and supporters on the club winning its fifth league title in the club's 154-year history, the Scottish League 2 title; applauds the club in extending its own and the city of Glasgow's proud history of footballing …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
19th April 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th April 2021
Salute to pro-democracy campaigners in Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House notes with profound disappointment the sentencing to prison of Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners, including Jimmy Lai; condemns the Chinese government’s clamp down on freedom of speech, movement and association in Hong Kong since the introduction of the National Security Law; salutes those arrested, tried and punished by …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
12th April 2021
51 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
22nd March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th April 2021
Steps towards disarmament
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes with concern the statement in the Government’s Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development, and Foreign Policy that the ceiling on the number of nuclear warheads held by the UK is to increase by 40 percent, reversing the longstanding trend of gradual reductions; further notes with concern …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
11th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th April 2021
GP surgeries and the private sector
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses alarm that Operose, a subsidiary of US health company Centene, has taken over AT Medics which has a large number of APMS contracts, including 49 GP practices; is concerned that the prioritisation of profit in the provision of NHS services will lead to a loss of …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 44
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
9th February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th April 2021
Glue traps
Tabled by:
Mark Tami (Labour - Alyn and Deeside)
That this House calls for an urgent review into the use of glue traps as a means of pest control due to the inhumane suffering they cause animals; is deeply concerned by the cruel way in which they leave animals to face slow, painful deaths and strongly asserts that animals …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th April 2021
A public scientific hearing on animal experiments
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House notes the science-based campaign, For Life On Earth, with its Beagle ambassador, rescued ex-laboratory dog Scarlet; congratulates Scarlet on winning the Animal Hero, Inspirational Animal of the Year Award 2018; further notes that the latest Home Office figures show that the numbers of dogs used in UK …
69 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
25th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 26th March 2021
Jim Ralston of the 1st Loanhead Boys Brigade
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House gives its sincere and heartfelt thanks to Jim Ralston for his twelve years of service as Captain of the 1st Loanhead Boys Brigade and his many years of selfless voluntary work on behalf of them, as well as the local community; recognises Jim as a towering figure …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
25th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 26th March 2021
Reusable Nappies Week
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates all those involved with Reusable Nappies Week 2021; notes with concern the average plastic consumption of single-use nappies per child is equivalent to throwing away 17 plastic bags a day, or over 6,000 per year; acknowledges that nearly three billion nappies are thrown away annually in …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th March 2021
First use of Naloxone by Police Scotland
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the work carried out by Police Scotland and the Drug Deaths Taskforce in supporting frontline police officers to carry and administer the opioid overdose reversal spray Naloxone; acknowledges that this constitutes an important step in combating the drug death epidemic which is scarring our communities; celebrates …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th March 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
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
11th February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd March 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: 22
Scottish National Party: 18
Conservative: 6
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
22nd March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd March 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
18th March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th March 2021
Omer Faruk Gergerlioglu – HDP MP Turkey
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
This house is deeply concerned that Turkish HDP MP Omer Faruk Gergerlioglu has been stripped of his parliamentary immunity and sentenced to two years six months in prison on terror charges; notes that Gergerlioglu’s indictment relates to a social media post in 2016 in which he called for a peaceful …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th March 2021
Access to cash
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to set out a timeline for introducing legislation to protect access to cash for people who depend on it, as well as publishing its vision for the long-term future of cash in order to support a managed transition towards digital payments; recognises that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th March 2021
Access to cash and banking services in communities
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the UK's obligation to maintain access to cash for all people that need or want to use it; is aware of recent analysis from Which? showing that 10 million people are not ready or able to stop using cash, with over two million dependent on it …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
24th February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th March 2021
Political and security situation in Myanmar
Tabled by:
Rushanara Ali (Labour - Bethnal Green and Bow)
That this House condemns the military coup in Myanmar (Burma); demands the immediate release of all political prisoners; extends solidarity to fellow Members of Parliament who have been denied the right to exercise their democratically elected mandate; welcomes the establishment by Parliamentarians of representative committees from national, regional and state …
104 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 48
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Conservative: 4
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
3rd March 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as the primary signatory on Wednesday 3rd March 2021
Big Yellow Friday 2021
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 5 March 2021 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 …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
22nd February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021
VAT on hair and beauty services
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the significant impact that the Coronavirus pandemic has had on the hairdressing, beauty and holistic service industry; notes that this sector is reported by the British Beauty Council to contribute £9.2bn annually to Britain’s economy, employing a workforce of 288,160 people as hair and beauty practitioners …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2021
Family Fund
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House commends Family Fund for their work across the country over the last 48 years; recognises that they have provided over 90,000 grants to families with disabled or seriously ill children over the last year; notes that Family Fund’s aim is to work toward a vision that all …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
8th February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021
Intellectual property and covid-19 response
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House considers nobody is safe until we are all safe from covid-19; believes all policy tools should be deployed to address the global crisis around access to covid-19 vaccines, treatments, diagnostics and equipment; notes that the head of the World Health Organization warns we face a catastrophic moral …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
11th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021
VAT on reusable period pants
Tabled by:
Daisy Cooper (Liberal Democrat - St Albans)
That this House welcomes the zero VAT rating of women’s menstrual products, applied from January 2021; commends the recognition that sanitary products are an essential item; regrets that one in 10 girls in the United Kingdom are unable to afford sanitary wear, resulting in detriment to their self-esteem, education and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2021
Demolition of Palestinian homes
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House strongly condemns Israel’s destruction of the entire Palestinian village of Khirbet Hamsa al-Foqa; is appalled that 73 people, including 41 children, have been made homeless in the largest incident of forced displacement in the West Bank for years; notes that 2020 has seen the highest level of …
55 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 23
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th February 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th February 2021
Scotland Calcutta Cup victory
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish national men's rugby union team on their 11-6 victory over England in the opening game of the Six Nations Championship, winning the Calcutta Cup; notes that this is the first victory by a Scotland team at Twickenham since 1983; appreciates the work and dedication …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Support for British Gas workers
Tabled by:
Nadia Whittome (Labour - Nottingham East)
That this House condemns the actions of British Gas in pursuing fire and re-hire tactics with loyal and hard-working staff; expresses support and solidarity with British Gas workers who have been forced to strike following British Gas pushing ahead with plans that have been rejected by 86 per cent of …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 4
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
27th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 1st February 2021
Visas for musicians in the EU
Tabled by:
Harriet Harman (Labour - Camberwell and Peckham)
That this House applauds the over 100 musicians who wrote to The Times on 20 January 2021 and agrees that the UK Government must immediately seek supplementary agreement with the EU to secure the ability of all creative workers including musicians, performers, their equipment and others such as technicians to …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 45
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
28th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th January 2021
UNISON activist Gordon Gray
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Gordon Gray, a UNISON activist for 10 years, who died on the 16 January 2021 due to covid-19; recognises his work as co-convener for UNISON in Glasgow City Council’s Neighbourhood and Sustainability Department, Assistant Conditions of Service Officer, and Deputy Learning …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 1
25th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021
The gender pension gap
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House expresses concern about the gender pension gap which stands at around 40.3 per cent, more than twice the gender pay gap of 17.3 per cent, representing a differential in pension income of around £7,500 a year; understands that women’s lower average lifetime earnings, as well as the …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
20th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021
Universal credit uplift
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the profound impact that the covid-19 pandemic has had on the economy and the labour market, forcing many to rely on welfare benefits to survive at this difficult time; notes the importance that the temporary uplift to universal credit of £20 per week has played in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 28th January 2021
Free school meals and child poverty
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises the important role that healthy, nutritious meals play in supporting a child’s education and the need to ensure that these meals continue to be available to children throughout the covid-19 pandemic; asserts that access to free school meal provision is an essential tool in tackling the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2021
17 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th January 2021
Upper Clyde Shipbuilders work-in protest 50th Anniversary
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders (UCS) work-in protest; notes that when faced with the closure of their shipyards due to the Conservative Government refusing to provide financial assistance, workers at the Upper Clyde Shipbuilders inspired their communities, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021
Celebrating the work of Scottish Ballet
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the creativity of Scottish Ballet who embraced the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and delivered a truly successful digital Christmas Season over the 2020 festive period; acknowledges the innovation of filmmakers Jessica Wright and Morgann Runacre-Temple in developing the Secret Theatre Christmas Special that brought …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021
Celebrating City of Glasgow College's 10-year anniversary
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the City of Glasgow College on their 10-year anniversary; thanks them for the invaluable opportunities, skills and knowledge they have provided to over 100,000 graduates over the past decade; recognises the excellence in architecture exemplified by the college and the many national awards they have received …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th January 2021
Congratulating George Parsonage of the Glasgow Humane Society
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates George Parsonage on receiving the Special Recognition Award at the Pride of Scotland Awards 2020; recognises the vital work carried out by Mr Parsonage in preserving human life on the waterways of Greater Glasgow and on the advice and education he provides to the general public, …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2021
Universal Credit deductions (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that sums deducted from Universal Credit to repay debts, overpayments, and advance payments are a main driver of need for food banks; notes that 41 per cent of Universal Credit claims are subject to deductions averaging £70 per month; notes that after the introduction of a …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
13th January 2021
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2021
Most Rev Philip Tartaglia, Archbishop of Glasgow, 1951 - 2021
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with sadness the sudden death of the Most Reverend Philip Tartaglia, Archbishop of Glasgow, on 13th January 2021; notes that this date is marked in the Catholic Church as the Feast of St Mungo, the founder and first Bishop of Glasgow, and that Archbishop Tartaglia was …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th December 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th December 2020
50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that 2 January 2021 will be the 50th anniversary of the Ibrox disaster which killed 66 people and injured over 200 people; notes that this was the worst football disaster in Britain until the Hillsborough disaster in 1989; notes that all 66 who died on 2 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
30th December 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th December 2020
UK and EU Administrative Defence Agreement
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises that an Administrative Defence Agreement with the EU would allow the Ministry of Defence (MOD) transparency on the defence projects and activities of the EU, giving the MOD maximum notice, visibility and details on which to base its decisions on participation in specific projects and programmes; …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 1
10th December 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th December 2020
Terminal illness and Covid-19 vaccination
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the devastating impact of being diagnosed with a terminal illness at any time but even more so just as the world faces into the Covid-19 pandemic; extends its sympathy to Fred Banning of Newton Mearns who, in February this year, was diagnosed with incurable stage 4 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th December 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2020
Levels of statutory sick pay
Tabled by:
Richard Burgon (Labour - Leeds East)
That this House notes that for a test, trace and isolate system to be effective, people must be able to afford to isolate when required to do so; notes that the current level of Statutory Sick Pay is forcing many people to choose between having enough money to live on …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 28
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
3rd December 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th December 2020
Debenhams and the Arcadia Group
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th December 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: 24
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 6
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th November 2020
Duty and tax-free shopping
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes the recent Government consultation on the continuation of duty and tax-free shopping for visitors from outside the EU, including the published summary of responses which indicated a majority of respondents supported the continuation of the VAT Retail Export Scheme (VAT RES) and the airside Extra Statutory …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th November 2020
The 0.7 per cent overseas aid commitment
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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: 7
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
25th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 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
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd November 2020
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
23rd November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th November 2020
Book Week Scotland 2020
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House welcomes Book Week Scotland 2020, an annual celebration of books and reading across Scotland, from 16th to 22nd November 2020; recognises that this event, which is now in its ninth year, is organised by the Scottish Book Trust with support from partners, and represents Scotland’s biggest celebration …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th 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
17th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2020
Virtual participation in debates
Tabled by:
Dawn Butler (Labour - Brent Central)
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: 32
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th 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: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th November 2020
Potential merits of statutory bereavement leave
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports the introduction of statutory bereavement leave for those who suffer the loss of an immediate family member; recognises that bereavement has a tremendous impact on physical and mental health; acknowledges that while many employers voluntarily offer compassionate leave for staff who have lost a close relative, …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th November 2020
Living Wage Week in Scotland
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that 9-15 November is Living Wage Week 2020; appreciates that the real living wage of £9.50 per hour is determined each year by the Resolution Foundation on an analysis of the wage that employees need to earn in order to afford the basket of goods required …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
5th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th 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
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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: 17
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
3rd November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd November 2020
Universal Basic Income pilots
Tabled by:
Beth Winter (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House acknowledges that the current system of social security provision in the UK is not sufficient to provide financial security nor protect public health during the covid-19 outbreak; asserts that the provision of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) would establish a targeted system with no gaps and an …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 20
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
20th July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd November 2020
Early pay rise for NHS staff
Tabled by:
Paula Barker (Labour - Liverpool, Wavertree)
That this House recognises the extraordinary commitment and sacrifice of NHS staff throughout the covid-19 outbreak; believes that the depth of public gratitude for this work must now be reflected in what the Government does next for NHS staff; notes that as it stands, NHS staff must wait until 2021 …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
2nd November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 19th November 2020
Entry into force of Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the United Nations adopted the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in 2017; welcomes confirmation that 50 countries have now ratified this historic agreement which will enter into force in January 2021; further notes that upon entering into force the Treaty will ban nuclear …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 23
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
16th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th November 2020
Scotland and the Euro 2020
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Men’s Team for their qualification to Euro 2020; welcomes the team qualifying for their first major finals tournament since World Cup 1998; notes that the team have now gone nine games unbeaten, with that streak beginning in October 2019; praises David Marshall for …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 12th November 2020
Dismissals of app-based courier and private hire driver workers
Tabled by:
Ian Byrne (Labour - 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: 46
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
5th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 12th 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:
Labour: 33
Scottish National Party: 33
Conservative: 9
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
19th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th November 2020
Unionlearn
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House recognises the exemplary and invaluable role played by Unionlearn in helping people acquire skills and qualifications to boost their job prospects and make a valuable contribution to the economy; applauds Unionlearn for aiding hundreds of thousands of learners at all levels, from basic numeracy and literacy to …
94 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 57
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
5th November 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 9th November 2020
Campaign for a real living wage
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House welcomes Living Wage Week and the PCS Union campaign for a real living wage for their members working on outsourced Government facilities management contracts; applauds these front line key workers who have continued to work throughout the pandemic making workplaces safe and secure despite being some of …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Dec 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 22nd October 2020
Scottish Poppy Appeal 2020
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the excellent work of Poppy Scotland through the Scottish Poppy Appeal which runs annually from 26 October to 11 November; further recognises that the Scottish Poppy Appeal is Poppy Scotland’s largest fundraising campaign; acknowledges the importance of that appeal in paying tribute to the millions of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
12th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st October 2020
Extension of Furlough Scheme
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House welcomes the partial U-turn by the Chancellor in extending the furlough scheme to local lockdown areas; recognises that businesses ordered to close must be supported; notes that this new support is limited to only certain parts of the UK when it is needed across the country; further …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Liberal Democrat: 10
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th October 2020
Glasgow: Global Green City 2020
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the people and city of Glasgow on its recognition as a Global Green City for 2020 by the Global Forum on Human Settlements (GFHS); notes that the award, which is supported by the United Nation's Environment Programme, places Glasgow alongside previous recipients of the award including …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
TSB Lochee bank branch closure
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns TSB’s decision to close its Lochee branch; notes that the decision will leave the proudly independent community in Lochee without a bank, following other closures over the last decade; expresses concern on the effect that the closure of the bank and removal of the cash machine …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
14th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
Dundee Year of the Older Person
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates Dundee’s Year of the Older Person; commends those at Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action and Dundee City Council who have worked to bring this celebration together; notes that it is believed to be the first celebration of its kind ever in Scotland; recognises that 2020 has …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 15th October 2020
Gift Aid Emergency Relief Campaign
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House marks the annual Gift Aid Awareness Day which fell on 8 October 2020; appreciates that Gift Aid Relief is the practical application of the long-established principle that donations to charities should not be taxed; recognises that the charitable sector is in the middle of the biggest financial …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
12th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th October 2020
TSB Closures in Glasgow North West
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House condemns TSB Bank’s decision to close its Anniesland, Drumchapel and Partick branches; recognises that this follows a long succession of bank closures in Glasgow North West constituency; notes that there are no easily accessible TSB branches nearby to serve the busy communities of Anniesland, Drumchapel and Partick, …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
6th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th October 2020
Justice for Osime Brown
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House acknowledges 21-year-old Osime Brown's autism and the behavioural challenges that come with it; further acknowledges the Home Office's plans to deport Osime to Jamaica where he has not lived since he was four years old and has never returned to; notes Osime's mother's words that if they …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 20
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
5th October 2020
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th October 2020
Relocation of aslyum seekers and refugees from Aegean Islands
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House recognises the deteriorating conditions faced by asylum seekers and refugees on the Aegean Islands and notes the recent fire at the Moria camp in Lesvos which has left 13,000 people without shelter; welcomes the fact that Germany, France and Norway have agreed to take some of those …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
6th October 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 8th October 2020
TSB Closures in Midlothian
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House condemns TSB Bank’s decision to close its Dalkeith and Penicuik branches; recognises that this follows a long succession of bank closures in Midlothian; notes that there are no alternative TSB branches nearby to serve the busy communities of Dalkeith and Penicuik, and that the Post Office cannot …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 30th September 2020
Challenge Poverty Week: 5 to 11 October 2020
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House celebrates the important work being undertaken by the Poverty Alliance during their Challenge Poverty Week; supports the various events taking place across Scotland to end the stigma around poverty and build awareness for solutions to poverty; and commits to advocating for those affected by poverty to ensure …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
10th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th September 2020
The global wildlife trade and prevention of future zoonotic pandemics
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern the increased risks of future pandemics from the continued exploitation and commodification of wildlife in the global wildlife trade; further notes that zoonotic diseases are responsible for over two billion cases of human illness and over two million human deaths each year, that sixty …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 27
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
2nd September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Ban on sample sachets
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
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
2nd September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st September 2020
Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House expresses profound alarm at the climate and ecological emergency, with wildfires raging in California, and ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica melting in line with worst case scenario predictions for sea level rise according to a study by the University of Leeds and the Danish Meteorological Institute; …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 18th September 2020
Ban on goods produced by state-sponsored forced labour
Tabled by:
Siobhain McDonagh (Labour - Mitcham and Morden)
That this House welcomes the United States Department of Home Security issuing five Withhold Release Orders which will ban the import of products from the People’s Republic of China produced with state-sponsored forced labour in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region where the Chinese Communist Party government is engaged in systematic …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 7
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2020
BBC Scotland and daily covid-19 briefings
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the decision of BBC Scotland to stop broadcasting the Scottish Government’s briefings on the covid-19 pandemic in Scotland; notes the consistent public interest in these briefings throughout this health crisis; is bewildered by the timing of this decision given that this is now a critical point …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
14th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th September 2020
Suspension of income requirements for family visas
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House notes that there are thousands of couples and families who are currently separated, or at imminent risk of becoming separated, due to restrictive income requirements for British nationals and settled residents wishing to be joined in the UK by a partner from outside the EEA; welcomes the …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2020
Researching and supporting people with long Covid-19 symptoms
Tabled by:
Andrew Gwynne (Labour - Denton and Reddish)
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: 38
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 9th September 2020
Post-Covid-19 support
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is concerned that many individuals who contracted covid-19 are continuing to be affected by the virus many months after their initial infection; notes that these post-viral symptoms can include: extreme fatigue, dizziness, severe headaches and muscular pain, inability to concentrate and post-exertional malaise; further notes that exercise …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2020
Employment practices on redundancy and rehiring
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes with alarm the growing number of employers, especially in the retail, hospitality and aviation sectors, who are making employees redundant before re-employing them on less-favourable terms and conditions; believes that these employers are cynically using the covid-19 crisis as cover to reduce staff costs at a …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
7th September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th 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: 6
Independent: 3
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2020
Brain tumour awareness and research
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House calls for an increase in both awareness of and research into brain tumours; notes that this type of cancer presently receives less than 3 per cent of the UK’s cancer research budget despite being the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40; specifically recognises the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st September 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd September 2020
Reinstatement of IKEA shop steward Richie Venton
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House condemns the sacking of IKEA Glasgow USDAW Shop Steward and convenor Richie Venton for carrying out his duties as an elected workers' representative who sought to prevent hardship, while protecting workers' health during the ongoing covid-19 pandemic; notes Mr Venton opposed IKEA's plans to remove wages from …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 14
Independent: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020
Classrooms for Malawi
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that Rutherglen-based charity Classrooms for Malawi has raised over £8,000 in one week to provide hand washing facilities for 29 schools in Malawi; understands that this fundraising campaign aims to provide 30,000 children with clean water, soap and other basic hand washing facilities in order to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
8th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st September 2020
Sense Sign School
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commends Sense Sign School for offering people an opportunity to start learning British Sign Language through online video lessons; notes that over 25,000 individuals have signed up to learn British Sign Language in the last fortnight; praises Tyrese, a Deafblind young person who is leading the lessons …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
7th July 2020
14 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Scottish National Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
4th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 10th July 2020
Protect offshore jobs
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House is concerned about the crisis facing the oil and gas sector as a result of covid-19; notes that the price of oil is now just over $20 per barrel compared with over $70 per barrel this time last year; fears that this low price of oil could …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th July 2020
25th anniversary of Srebrenica genocide
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that from 5 to 12 July 2020 the UK will mark the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide where over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were murdered in and around Srebrenica by Bosnian Serb forces with a number of activities being held across the country; …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 10
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th July 2020
150th Anniversary of the Arlington Baths, Glasgow
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Arlington Baths Club in the West End of Glasgow, on its 150th anniversary; recognises that the club, which opened on 11th July 1870, is the oldest private baths club in the world, and is owned and run by its members on a not-for-profit basis; notes …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
7th July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2020
Scotland’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes the widely acknowledged and continuing success of the Scottish Government’s public health measures in driving down coronavirus related infection and mortality rates; recognises the continuing need for responsible observation of behaviours that limit the spread of the virus and help keep everyone safe; pays tribute to …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
7th July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2020
Conduct of the Prime Minister
Tabled by:
Neale Hanvey (Alba Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House notes the disparaging and derisory comments made by the Prime Minister during Prime Minister’s Questions on 1 July 2020 in relation to Scotland’s coronavirus public health planning; rejects the Prime Minister’s inaccurate description of the Scottish Government as an administration; further rejects in the strongest of terms …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
2nd July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2020
Assessing the feasibility of citizens’ basic income pilots in Scotland
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House notes the recent publication of the report entitled Assessing the Feasibility of Citizens’ Basic Income Pilots in Scotland which presents comprehensive and detailed research into the feasibility of a citizens’ basic income pilot in Scotland; further notes that it has been developed by a successful collaboration of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
24th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd July 2020
Leave to Remain status
Tabled by:
Claudia Webbe (Independent - Leicester East)
That this House notes that currently in the UK there are an unknown number of persons who are not UK citizens, who do not have leave to remain in this country, who lack any entitlement to support from the state, who are therefore entirely without funds to feed, clothe and …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
1st July 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd July 2020
Abolishing the Department for Work and Pensions' six month rule
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises that it has been one year since the all-party Parliamentary group on Terminal Illness published its report on the legal definition of terminal illness; condemns the rules of the Department for Work and Pensions which mean that benefits are only fast-tracked if a terminally ill person …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st July 2020
Reinstatement of benefit sanctions
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House believes that the decision to reinstate benefit sanctions in the middle of a health and economic crisis is a profoundly callous step; further believes that this is an ideologically driven, punitive measure which simply adds to the stress and anxiety for people who are already facing hard …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 3
Labour: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
29th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th June 2020
Child Maintenance
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House notes the £354 million of arrears owed to families under the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) with just £31 million having been collected through enforcement action in the latest quarter; futher notes that 43 per cent of cases under Collect and Pay arrangements are not receiving any maintenance; …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th June 2020
Dying for sick pay campaign
Tabled by:
John McDonnell (Labour - Hayes and Harlington)
That this House notes the Public and Commercial Services Union national campaign ‘Dying for sick pay’ which marks the 30th anniversary of International Justice Day for Cleaners and Security and calls on Government to extend full occupational sick pay from day one for all outsourced workers on civil service contracts; …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
15th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2020
Shukri Abdi
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House marks with deepest sadness the death of 12-year-old Shukri Abdi; notes that Shukri came to the UK in 2017 with her mother and four siblings after they fled conflict in Somalia; demands for justice for the family of Shukri Abdi; and calls on the Government to undertake …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2020
Four-day week in the UK
Tabled by:
Clive Lewis (Labour - Norwich South)
That this House recognises the opportunity for exploring shorter working time for the UK, including a four-day week, as one route out of the covid-19 pandemic; further recognises that work patterns have been dramatically altered as a result of the pandemic, notes that shorter working time has been used throughout …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd June 2020
The use of live animals for warfare experiments
Tabled by:
Ben Lake (Plaid Cymru - Ceredigion)
That this House notes with concern that each year, thousands of animals including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs are experimented on using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that while these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, suffering can continue …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 33
Liberal Democrat: 7
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
10th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th June 2020
Judge-led public inquiry into the Horizon scandal
Tabled by:
Kevan Jones (Labour - North Durham)
That this House recognises the life-changing injustices experienced by subpostmasters throughout the Horizon scandal; notes with the deepest sadness that subpostmasters have served custodial sentences and suffered bankruptcy for offences they did not commit; recognises the role of the Government in prolonging this crisis through not fulfilling their role of …
151 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 67
Scottish National Party: 43
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Conservative: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
17th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
11th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th June 2020
Proposed Israeli annexation of part of the West Bank
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House notes with concern the plans of the new Israeli coalition government to annex part of the occupied West Bank; further notes that Israeli legislation can progress from 1 July 2020 to carry out such an annexation; highlights that any such annexation of territory occupied in 1967 is …
87 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Feb 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 31
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
16th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 16th June 2020
China's new National Security Law for Hong Kong
Tabled by:
Andrew Rosindell (Conservative - Romford)
That this House notes with surprise and concern the decision by HSBC Bank Plc and Standard Chartered Plc to support China’s proposals for a new National Security Law in Hong Kong; recognises that financial institutions, particularly those enjoying the benefits and protections of being based in the UK, have a …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 3
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
16th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020
Sick pay and the Institute for the Future of Work
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House expresses concern that the coronavirus pandemic is jeopardising the work and income as well as the health of many people, including the self-employed and those on zero-hours or gig-economy contracts; notes that the Government’s revised sick pay policy announced in the budget does not expand eligibility for …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th June 2020
STUC Break the Race Ceiling Campaign
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House acknowledges and supports the Break The Race Ceiling Campaign which was launched on social media by the Scottish Trades Union Congress Black Workers’ Committee during the Black Lives Matter, We Cannot Breath event held on 7 June 2020 and endorses the campaign's call for seismic change across …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
9th June 2020
59 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020
Bombardier Redundancies and Aerospace Sector
Tabled by:
Gavin Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party - Belfast East)
That this House notes with regret the announcement of 400 full time redundancies at Bombardier, Belfast and additional risk to 200 agency staff; acknowledges the severe impact covid-19 has had and will continue to have on the economy generally and the aerospace and aviation sector in particular; notes that the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Labour: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2020
Belly Mujinga
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House stands in solidarity with the friends, family and community of Belly Mujinga, a key worker at London Victoria station who tragically died after contracting covid-19; notes that a number of transport workers on the frontline have contracted covid-19 and some have consequently died; calls on the Government …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
11th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 12th June 2020
Commemoration of Henry Dundas
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes with shame that Henry Dundas is commemorated in various monuments, statues and street-names throughout Midlothian and Edinburgh; unreservedly condemns his influential role in obstructing the abolition of the slave trade in Britain; notes that, due to the actions of ‘the Great Tyrant’, more than 630,000 slaves …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Alba Party: 2
4th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2020
Teaching of British colonial history in schools
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House calls for the teaching of British colonial history in school curricula across the UK; recognises that much of Britain's wealth was built upon brutal suppression and the embedding of racism and division across the world; that great cities such as Glasgow, Liverpool and Bristol were built upon …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 7
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
3rd June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020
Reading tax on audiobooks
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the Government action on axing the reading tax on e-books to bring the rate of VAT in line with print books; notes with concern that audiobooks still carry the full rate of VAT; believes that audiobooks are vital for millions of people in the UK with …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Oct 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 8
Liberal Democrat: 6
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020
The future of regional connectivity
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House expresses concern at the future of regional connectivity in the wake of the collapse of Flybe and the impact of the covid-19 pandemic; notes that regional airports saw up to 90 per cent of flights cancelled following the withdrawal of Flybe operations; understands that the pandemic has …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2020
Rolls-Royce Inchinnan redundancies
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House condemns the plans by Rolls-Royce to axe 3,000 jobs across its UK sites, including 700 in Inchinnan; commends the workforce at Inchinnan for their world-leading expertise and craft in aerospace engineering as demonstrated over years of operation at Inchinnan; notes that Rolls-Royce has used the taxpayer-funded Coronavirus …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2020
Eighth anniversary of the Istanbul Convention
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 8 June 2020 marks the eighth anniversary of the UK Government signing the Istanbul Convention on the protection of women and girls from violence; welcomes the Convention’s ratification by 33 of the original signatories including the UK's friends and neighbours in Ireland; recognises the work …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2020
80th anniversary of 51st Highland Division at St Valery
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House remembers the capture of 10,000 men of the 51st Highland Division taken prisoner near St Valery en Caux near Le Havre, 6 days after the Dunkirk evacuations after being attached to French defence forces, facing the onslaught of the invading Germans; remembers those that tragically lost their …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 3
Conservative: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 5th June 2020
George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter campaign
Tabled by:
Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour - Streatham)
That this House stands in solidarity with the friends, family and community of George Floyd in Minneapolis; recognises that George Floyd is tragically another name on the long list of unarmed Black men that have died in police custody in the United States of America (USA); notes that state-sanctioned racism …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 26
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 5th June 2020
Universal Credit deductions
Tabled by:
Emma Lewell-Buck (Labour - South Shields)
This House welcomes the three-month suspension of debts and overpayments being deducted from universal credit; notes that sums to repay advance payments continue to be deducted from universal credit, and that such deductions are a main driver of need for food banks; notes also that the continuation of deductions will …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 21
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
2nd June 2020
59 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 20
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 3
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2020
67 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Extension of EU transition period
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with concern the UK Government’s stated position to stick rigidly to its timeline of ending the EU transition period in December 2020; recognises that this significantly increases the risk of a no-deal exit; further recognises that it will be impossible for the vast majority of businesses …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Alba Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Public inquiry into the effect of covid-19 on BAME communities
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Independent - Hackney North and Stoke Newington)
That this House is concerned that covid-19 infections and deaths have disproportionately affected Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) British people; notes that BAME people make up one third of covid-19 patients in intensive care, two thirds of NHS staff who have died, and out of twenty three NHS doctors …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
2nd June 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Dominic Cummings
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Prime Minister to seek the immediate resignation of his chief adviser, Mr Dominic Cummings; notes with concern the damage Mr Cummings' breach of clear lockdown rules during the Covid-19 pandemic has done to public health advice and public confidence in it; further notes that …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
20th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 21st May 2020
Skyrora and UK's first rocket launch test in 50 years
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Midlothian based Skyrora Ltd on completing the UK’s first ground rocket test in Scotland in 50 years; commends its work in making the UK ready for launching rockets into space after its team successfully built a mobile launch complex and completed a full static fire test …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th May 2020
CoVent-19 Challenge finalist
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Ross Hunter, Chief Executive of Midlothian-based firm Armadilla, on becoming the only finalist from the UK in a global challenge to invent a new ventilator to help Covid-19 sufferers; notes that the CoVent-19 Challenge is an open innovation 8-week Grand Challenge for engineers, innovators, designers, and …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 1
Alba Party: 1
11th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2020
Sustainable aviation beyond covid-19
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House recognises the importance of the aviation industry to the national and regional economies of the UK; acknowledges the aviation industry's efforts to achieve sustainability and specifically its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the Government's overall target for the UK; acknowledges the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 5
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
4th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th May 2020
Universal Credit, Maternity Allowance & SMP
Tabled by:
Debbie Abrahams (Labour - Oldham East and Saddleworth)
That this House is deeply concerned by the different treatment of Maternity Allowance and Statutory Maternity Pay by the Department of Work and Pensions in the calculation of Universal Credit awards, with Statutory Maternity Pay being treated as earned income and largely disregarded under the work allowance and 63 per …
119 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 46
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 6
Conservative: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
18th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 18th May 2020
76th Anniversary of the Crimean Tatar people deportation
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes the deportation and ethnic cleansing of Crimean Tatars carried out between the 18th and 20th of May 1944, in which the Soviet Union forcefully removed over 180,000 Crimean Tatar people from their historic territory to distant areas of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation; honours the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
13th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th May 2020
International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia and Interphobia 2020
Tabled by:
Crispin Blunt (Independent - Reigate)
That this House notes that 17 May is the annual International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Transphobia and Interphobia to highlight the violence and discrimination that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex communities and other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) continue to face; further …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
5th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th May 2020
Coronavirus support groups in Perth and North Perthshire
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House commends the invaluable contributions made by voluntary groups, businesses and individuals who have given their time and effort to co-ordinate support for the most vulnerable in Perth and North Perthshire; acknowledges the community spirit shown by those making individual sacrifices at this difficult time to ensure that …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
4th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th May 2020
British Airways redundancies
Tabled by:
Grahame Morris (Labour - Easington)
That this House notes with concern that British Airways has made 12,000 staff redundant; thanks these workers for their heroic efforts in repatriating those stranded due to covid-19 at their own risk; offers solidarity to these workers that find themselves needlessly out of a job in the middle of a …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
30th April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020
British Airways job cuts
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this Parliament calls on British Airways and other airlines to not use the covid-19 outbreak as an opportunity to reduce jobs and employees' terms and conditions; asks them instead to explore all the funding options available to maintain the sustainability of jobs as part of an overall plan for …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 18
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 4th May 2020
New starters under the CJRS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises there are loopholes in the Coronavirus Jobs Retention Scheme for new starters; acknowledges that the support offered of 80 per cent of wages up to £2,500 a month is vital for workers during the coronavirus outbreak; recognises that the cut-off date of 19 March 2020 for …
82 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 32
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
30th April 2020
31 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
4th May 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 4th May 2020
Price Gouging
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the excellent work of consumer organisation Which? in its investigations into price-gouging during the Covid19 crisis; is deeply concerned with the recent trend of unreasonable hikes in the prices of essential items by online retailers due to the covid-19 pandemic, a practice known as price gouging; …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
23rd April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th April 2020
Future of the British Council
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with concern the impact of the global Coronavirus crisis on the ability of the British Council to continue its work across the world; notes that the British Council was founded in 1934 and is a Non-Departmental Public Body which assists in the teaching of English in …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alliance: 1
Alba Party: 1
21st April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th April 2020
Support for small limited companies
Tabled by:
Jamie Stone (Liberal Democrat - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House commends the Chancellor’s job retention schemes to help the employed and the self-employed during the covid-19 outbreak; in addition acknowledges that thousands of people working in a creative freelance capacity are excluded from those schemes; notes that directors of small limited companies that are often comprised of …
61 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 7
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
27th April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 27th April 2020
Centenary of the birth of Scots poet Edwin Morgan
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House celebrates the centenary of the birth of Edwin Morgan, considered one of Scotland's greatest poets, who was born on 27 April 1920; recognises that he was named the first Scots Makar in 2004, first Glasgow Poet Laureate inn 1999, and recipient of the Queen's Gold Medal for …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
27th April 2020
27 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Alba Party: 2
Labour: 2
23rd April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 23rd April 2020
Support for our local press during covid-19
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House calls on the Government to introduce a package of support to aid local newspapers who are facing an unprecedented crisis caused by the covid-19 pandemic; recognises the key role local newspapers play in our communities; acknowledges that despite this important service, and the hard work of staff …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
21st April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Community co-operation in Midlothian
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends the invaluable work of local volunteering organisations, community groups, residents’ forums, community councils, resilience groups and other suchlike organisations in facilitating and supporting volunteering and community efforts in Midlothian; thanks and commends those offering food delivery services to those who need them, those who run online …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Midlothian food banks
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends the work of food banks across Midlothian to keep people fed and support communities through this difficult time; applauds the volunteers who run food banks, as well as those who donate to them; notes that the spike in food bank usage across the country signals that …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st April 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Lend an Ear project
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House commends Beeslack Community High School on its Lend an Ear Project to prevent social isolation by contacting members of the community on a weekly basis for chats and social interaction; thanks the community office staff, swim teachers and others who are manning the project; notes that although …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Covid-19 and support for self-employed people
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises that there are over 4.9 million self-employed workers in the UK contributing over £275 billion to the UK economy; welcomes the Federation of Small Businesses’ #ThinkSelfEmployed campaign to raise awareness of the current lack of provision for these workers in the Government’s fiscal package to tackle …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th March 2020
70 signatures
(Most recent: 5 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 30
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Conservative: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
9th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st April 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: 61
Scottish National Party: 39
Liberal Democrat: 11
Conservative: 9
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
16th March 2020
100 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 49
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
5th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 4th March 2020
Permanent Funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit
Tabled by:
John 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: 34
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 9
Conservative: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 7
Independent: 4
Alba Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alliance: 1
4th March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th 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
2nd March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020
Home Office ruling and the adverse impact on non-EU players
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House is concerned by reports that changes by the Home Office to Tier 4 visa regulations have adversely impacted many teams in the Scottish Women’s Premier League and potentially those in other sports; notes the changes have resulted in non-EU international students already studying in the UK now …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
2nd March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd 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: 9
Liberal Democrat: 3
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
24th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020
LGBT+ history month
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this house notes that February is LGBT+ history month; further notes that the Highland Pride Winter Walk took place in Inverness on Sunday 23 February 2020 in celebration of LGBT+ month; thanks all the volunteers that gave their time to ensure the walk was successful; and welcomes the fact …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020
Highland Syrian refugee resettlement programme
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the success of the Highland Syrian refugee resettlement programme; notes that Highland communities have welcomed 23 families that endured the most horrific circumstances and ensured they are settled, safe, well and wanted in their new surroundings; acknowledges the welcome and the support local residents have given …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
24th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd March 2020
Retail charitable giving in Scotland
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the members of the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) on raising over £18 million in 2019, and £59 million since 2016, for charity and good causes, as highlighted in the SRC’s Report into Retail Charitable Giving 2019; notes that, through their shops and online operations throughout Scotland, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
2nd March 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 2nd March 2020
Shawlands Academy SP Energy Networks Warriors Championship
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Shawlands Academy for winning their semi-final of the 2020 SP Energy Networks Warriors Championship; recognises that the school won eight of their 12 matches, losing just two and scoring a total of 56 tries; notes that Glasgow Warriors’ official Community Partner, SP Energy Networks, have supported …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th February 2020
Scottish Women's Hockey team winners of EuroHockey Championship II
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House notes that the Women's EuroHockey Championship II took place in Glasgow in August 2019; notes that the Scottish Senior Women's team, captained by Kaz Cuthbert, won the championship after beating Italy 2-1 in the final; believes that the success of women's hockey in Scotland creates positive role …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Mar 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 27th February 2020
Industrial action by the University and College Union
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House believes all staff working in higher education deserve fair and equal pay, secure contracts, reasonable workloads and affordable pensions; notes that members of the University and College Union (UCU) are currently engaged in 14 days of strike action at 74 UK universities in disputes over pensions, pay …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
26th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 27th February 2020
International law and trade with illegal Israeli settlements
Tabled by:
Andy Slaughter (Labour - Hammersmith)
That this House recognises the publication of the UN’s database of companies operating in Israeli settlements; acknowledges that all Israeli settlements are illegal and that the transfer of a civilian population to an occupied territory is a war crime under international law; notes that complicity in war crimes is a …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 5
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
12th February 2020
69 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2020
In-work poverty
Tabled by:
Apsana Begum (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House expresses concern that according to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation UK Poverty Report 2019-20 the proportion of people in work who live in poverty went up for the third consecutive year to a record high; further notes that according to the report 7 in 10 children in poverty …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
12th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th 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
12th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2020
V&A Dundee one millionth visitor
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the V&A Dundee on its landmark one millionth visitor since opening eighteen months ago in September 2018; welcomes the contribution that V&A Dundee has brought to the local Dundee economy; notes that the museum had an estimated £23 million impact in Dundee and £75 million impact …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th 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
10th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2020
Daviot Primary School to receive Cyber Safety Award
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates pupils at Daviot Primary School on recently becoming the first Highland school to receive Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety Awards through the digital schools framework; notes that the award is designed to provide education professionals with the resources and support required to help pupils to safely …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
6th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 24th February 2020
Department of Work and Pensions Review of food bank use
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House acknowledges that the Department for Work and Pensions commissioned an evidence review on the drivers of food bank use in 2018; notes the Government's commitment to this House to publish the findings of the review; further notes the Government's failure to date to publish those findings; and …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 37
Scottish National Party: 25
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
16th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th February 2020
Adequacy of British assistance to reduce death sentences and torture in Bahrain
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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: 11
Liberal Democrat: 4
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
4th February 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 6th February 2020
Use of the whip in British horseracing
Tabled by:
Chris Evans (Labour (Co-op) - Islwyn)
That this House notes that racehorses are routinely beaten with a whip under rules set by the industry's regulatory body, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) which sanctions this violent treatment in order that jockeys may, as it is claimed, encourage racehorses to improve their chances of winning, even though evidence …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
4th February 2020
56 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Mar 2021)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
28th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020
Community ownership of The Lido, Innellan
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates South Cowal Community Enterprise and all the residents of the villages of Toward and Innellan on the South Cowal peninsular who, following a two-year campaign and with the assistance of the Scottish Land Fund saved their local village shop and Post Office, The Lido from closure; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
27th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020
Best bar none award
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Junk Yard bar in Hamilton on winning Best Bar None, Best Bar and Gold Award at the recent Best Bar None Scottish awards 2019-20; recognises that Junk Yard placed first in the Lanarkshire region; acknowledges the hard work and effort of Bernard, Ewelina, Ben and all …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020
Scotland's future and the Claim of Right
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates those who took part in the march of 11 January 2020 in Glasgow in support of Scottish independence; commends the resolute determination of the marchers who braved horrendous weather to make their voices heard; understands that it was estimated that tens of thousands of people participated …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 1
9th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd February 2020
Broadband in Midlothian
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the significant success of the Scottish Government investment to enable access to super fast broadband; notes that without input from the Scottish Government only 44 per cent of premises in Midlothian had access to super fast Broadband; welcomes the most recent figures confirming now 93 per …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th December 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 31st January 2020
Committee on arms export controls
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House notes that in 1998 members of the Foreign Affairs, Trade, Defence and International Development Committees met together to scrutinise the Government's annual report on arms exports; further notes that this arrangement has been repeated annually and gradually became more formalised as the Committees on Arms Exports Controls …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2021)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 31
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Alba Party: 1
Alliance: 1
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 30th 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
27th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th January 2020
Bikes and Trikes and for Highland Carers
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Bikes and Trikes for Highland Carers group on its successful pilot funded by Cycling Scotland's behaviour change programme; notes that the group used the funding to buy 24 eBikes to deploy to health professionals and carers undertaking home visits to encourage a healthy lifestyle, as well …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th January 2020
Success of University of the Highlands and Islands Scholar
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the University of the Highlands and Islands archaeology scholar Neil Ackerman on being awarded the Robertson Medal from the Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland; notes that the medal is awarded each year to the scholarship candidate judged to be the most outstanding for that …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th 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
23rd January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 23rd January 2020
Scotland's representation in the European Parliament
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Minister for the Cabinet Office to take immediate steps to ensure the relevant Scottish National Party candidate is appointed to take the place in the European Parliament vacated by the hon. Member for Stirling on his election to this House; notes that Scotland returned …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 2
Alba Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Alliance: 1
21st January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd January 2020
Energy efficiency and consumer protection
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes that UK homes are amongst the least energy efficient in Europe, with low energy efficiency and high energy costs being particularly problematic in rural areas; acknowledges that living in fuel poverty causes significant hardship and suffering; accepts the link between fuel poverty and increased winter mortality; …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
20th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd January 2020
Statutory minimum wage rates
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House regrets that the UK Government's proposed statutory minimum wage would be lower than the real Living Wage, and would therefore not meet the minimum income needed for an acceptable living standard; condemns the differing rates of the statutory minimum wage for young people, which is wholly unjust …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Alba Party: 1
13th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd 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
21st January 2020
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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: 77
Scottish National Party: 42
Conservative: 16
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Alba Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Alliance: 1
8th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Highland Council accreditation as a living wage employer
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Highland Council on officially being accredited as a living wage employer; notes that the living wage is independently calculated each year based on what employees and their families base line financial requirements are for living costs; further notes that Highland Council has an estimated 10,000 staff …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Apr 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th January 2020
Brian Cox Golden Globes win
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundonian actor Brian Cox following his win in the Best Actor in a Television Drama category at the 77th Golden Globes; recognises that throughout his illustrious 60-year acting career he has never failed to bang the drum for his home city of Dundee both in Scotland …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 6 May 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
9th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 17th January 2020
25th Anniversary of the Govan Law Centre
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That the House commends the work of the Govan Law Centre as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary, an essential community asset which provides access to justice and campaigns for greater social justice on behalf of the people of Glasgow; lauds their proud track record of pioneering new legal remedies and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Feb 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Alba Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 17th January 2020
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Tabled by:
Hannah Bardell (Scottish National Party - Livingston)
That this House supports Cervical Cancer Prevention Week from 20 to 26 January 2020; welcomes the fact that cervical screening prevents 75 per cent of cervical cancers from developing and the HPV vaccine protects against 70 per cent of cervical cancers; is concerned that more than one in four women …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Alba Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
19th December 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 17th January 2020
Climate Parliament
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes this Government could be responsible for five of the remaining 11 years the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has warned are left to halve global emissions and limit warming to 1.5C; further notes that the Committee on Climate Change report in July 2019 revealed the Government …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Sep 2020)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 9
Plaid Cymru: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Alba Party: 1
9th January 2020
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th January 2020
Andrew Hughes Hallett
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House is saddened by the death of economist Andrew Hughes Hallett who passed away at home on 31 December 2019, surrounded by family after a long fight with cancer; notes Andrew held positions at universities including Strathclyde, St Andrews, George Mason, Princeton and Harvard; further notes his practical …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jan 2020)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Conservative: 2
Alba Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 28th October 2019
War Disablement Pension and Emplyment Support Allowance
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that veterans are an asset to our society and deserve the best possible care and support; considers that those who have been injured in the service of the UK deserve the full value of their War Disablement Pension; notes that under the current system the War …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Dec 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
22nd October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 22nd October 2019
Còisir Gàidhlig an Òbain, Royal National Mod 2019
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates all the members of Còisir Gàidhlig an Òbain, the Oban Gaelic Choir, on their outstanding success at the 2019 Royal National Mod in Glasgow, winning the prestigious Lovat and Tullibardine Shield, and The Oban Times' Silver Salver; further commends conductor Sileas Sinclair on winning the Malcolm …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st October 2019
Firework safety
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House acknowledges the distress faced by countless individuals and families as a result of the improper use of fireworks in the lead up to and during bonfire night; welcomes the recent Scottish Government consultation, which invited the public to express their views on the sale of fireworks, on …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 12
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 17th October 2019
2019 Mòd Ghlaschu
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of the Royal National Mod 2019; congratulates An Comunn Gaidhealachd, its President Allan Campbell and Chief Executive John Morrison, on the success of the 2019 Mod Ghlaschu; further recognises BBC Alba's coverage of the event and promotion of the Gaidhlig language; calls on the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Nov 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
2nd October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR FOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on its recognition as University of the Year for Student Experience in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020; recognises that this is a result of the hard work and dedication of all staff both at the University and at Dundee University …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
2nd October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
HARD GRIND SCOTTISH BARBERS OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee's Hard Grind following their award of Scotland's best barber shop at the Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards 2019; recognises that over the last five years founder Colin Petrie has grown his business from a single-man operation to a team of over 20 with stores in …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
2nd October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
BREWING BREAKTHROUGH BREWERY OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee's 71 Brewing on their award of Breakthrough Brewery of the Year at this year's Scottish Beer Awards; further congratulates them on their award for Best Beer Experience; recognises that this is a result of the hard work and dedication of the team behind the venture; …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
2nd October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
VERDANT SPIRITS HOUSE OF COMMONS GIN
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee's Verdant Spirits on its award of the contract as the sole supplier of House of Commons gin; notes that they came out on top from a shortlist of five to win the prestigious contract; further notes that their Verdant Dry Gin is a previous winner …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
1st October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
THE MARZAROLI COLLECTION AT GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Caledonian University on the addition of The Marzaroli Collection to its Archive Centre; notes that the University has been entrusted by the Marzaroli family with the complete works of Oscar Marzaroli, a much celebrated and dearly treasured photographer; understands that Marzaroli's work captured a period …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st October 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
DUNDEE SETS ELECTRIC VEHICLE STANDARD
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House welcomes the news that Dundee now has the highest concentrations of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK supported by one of the first hubs in the country to combine EV charging with on-site storage and renewable generation; notes that the city now has more than 130 electric …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd 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
30th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST COLUMBA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that 5 October 2019 marks the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the Knights of St Columba, the largest Catholic fraternal service organisation in the UK; further notes that the inaugural meeting of the organisation took place in Central Hall, Bath Street, Glasgow, and that since …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
CONGRATULATING THE 20 SEPTEMBER CLIMATE STRIKERS
Tabled by:
Alex Sobel (Labour (Co-op) - Leeds North West)
That this House notes the climate strikes on 20 and 27 September, which comprised action on climate change by workers and young people at 4,638 events in 139 countries; congratulates climate strikers across the UK on raising the climate emergency with the public and policymakers; and supports the demands of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
150 YEARS OF THE ROYAL ARCH
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House congratulates the Royal Arch in Broughty Ferry on turning 150 years old this week; recognises that the bar, which was originally built in the 1840's as 'The Railway Tavern', changed it's name to The Royal Arch in 1869; and wishes owner Jonathan Stewart, the staff and the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
CELEBRATING 110 YEARS OF SCOUTING IN FREUCHIE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates all Scout Leaders, Volunteers and Scouts involved over the past 110 years in the 15th Fife (Freuchie) Scout Group; recognises the dedication of all, both past and present, including the Gordon family, to ensuring the Group makes a valuable and important contribution to the community and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AUCHENGEICH COLLIERY DISASTER
Tabled by:
Hugh Gaffney (Labour - Coatbridge, Chryston and Bellshill)
That this House acknowledges that 18 September 2019 marked the 60th Anniversary of the Auchengeich Colliery disaster; recognises that forty-seven men lost their lives in the disaster; notes the impact that it had on the local community, particularly on the families of the men who lost their lives; commends the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
25th September 2019
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
30 YEARS OF DOORS OPEN DAYS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Doors Open Days Scotland as it celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2019; recognises that Doors Open Days is Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates architecture, culture, heritage and the built environment, offering free access to over a thousand venues across the country throughout September every year; …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
13 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
NOBLE ARTS BOXING CLUB SUMMER LUNCH CLUB
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
The house notes the work of the Nitshill Noble Art Gym, a boxing gym and community hub based in Nitshill in Glasgow, which throughout the summer helped local disadvantaged families by providing a safe, secure environment for children to be fed and to play in; thanks the club for feeding …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
FERNANDO RICKSEN
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with the deepest sadness the passing of Fernando Ricksen, the former captain of Rangers Football Club and Netherlands International who died on 18 September 2019 at the age of 43 after a heroic and brave battle with the life shortening nerve and brain illness Motor Neurone …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
25th September 2019
6 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 24th September 2019
WAR DISABLEMENT PENSION AND EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT ALLOWANCE
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises that veterans are an asset to our society and deserve the best possible care and support; considers that those who have been injured in the service of the UK deserve the full value of their War Disablement Pension; notes that under the current system the War …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
5th September 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th September 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 …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Oct 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 7
Scottish National Party: 4
25th July 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
SHORTCOMINGS OF THE CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the shortcomings of the Child Maintenance Service, which are impacting on parents with care, non-resident parents and children; notes the increase of maintenance arrears to £973 million in March 2019, which stems from a culture of inaction on enforcement; further notes that children living in single …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd July 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th July 2019
PROROGATION
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That an Humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that this Parliament be not prorogued before Friday 8 November 2019.
87 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 31
Liberal Democrat: 16
Independent: 5
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th July 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
2nd July 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd July 2019
SCOTLAND SNOOKER WORLD CHAMPIONS 2019
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Scotland's winning Snooker World Cup team; recognises the achievement of John Higgins and Stephen Maguire in securing the trophy for Scotland for the first time in 13 years; praises the high standard of snooker on display from the Scottish team; notes that en route to their …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th June 2019
CASTLETON PRIMARY'S IT'S JUST NOT FAIR FILM AWARD
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates pupils at Castleton Primary in Glasgow South for becoming award-winning filmmakers as part of a campaign for a supermarket to serve the Castlemilk area; recognises their five-minute film entitled It's Just Not Fair won awards at Glasgow's Improvement Challenge film festival; praises the engaged group of …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th June 2019
LGBT CO-OPERATIVE
Tabled by:
Jo Swinson (Liberal Democrat - East Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes the formation of the LGBT Co-operative; supports its initiative Glasgow Mardi Gras and its Pride March on 20 July alongside a two-day festival focusing on education around the themes of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots and the Undetectable Equals Untransmittable campaign; celebrates the LGBT …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 5
Labour: 4
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
18th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 26th June 2019
POLWARTH PARISH CHURCH
Tabled by:
Ian Murray (Labour - Edinburgh South)
That this House congratulates Polwarth Parish Church of Scotland in Edinburgh on opening a beautiful peace garden in its grounds on the banks of the Union canal dedicated to brave nurses and others who evacuated wounded military personnel on barges along canals in Belgium and France during the First World …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 25th June 2019
KYIV PRIDE 2019
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisers of this year's annual pride march in the Ukrainian capital city of Kyiv; understands that the march for LGBT equality was made up of 8,000 participants, making it the largest LGBT rights march in the history of eastern Europe; notes that this year it …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
24th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 24th June 2019
LANGSIDE PRIMARY UPSTREAM BATTLE CAMPAIGN AWARD
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates pupils from Langside primary school on winning prizes as part of the Upstream Battle Campaign for their innovative solutions to remove plastic from the River Clyde; commends Langside primary school for collecting the most sustainable design prize; notes that the prizes were awarded by Keep Scotland …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
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
20th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 21st June 2019
GORE SPACE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates WL Gore & Associates on the opening of the Gore Space Centre of Excellence in Dundee, recognises that the company has an influential history in designing equipment and materials used by organisations including NASA and the Royal Navy, celebrates the company’s involvement in NASA’s 1969 Apollo …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
18th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 21st June 2019
GARNETBANK PRIMARY SCHOOL CLEAN AIR DAY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates pupils and staff at Garnetbank Primary School on their Clean Air Day, due to take place on 19 June; understands that their street will be closed to cars for a day to encourage street play and street art; appreciates that many activities are planned, including a …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st June 2019
CAMPBELTOWN AND THE WHISKIEST PLACE IN THE WORLD CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House commends the campaign led by the Glen Scotia Distillery in Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute, to promote their home town as being the whiskiest place in the world; acknowledges that Campbeltown, which once boasted no fewer than 30 legal distilleries in the 1800s and was known in the …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st June 2019
CALUM'S CABIN, ISLE OF BUTE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates everyone involved with Calum’s Cabin on Bute on being awarded the 2019 Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; commends the wonderful work being done by Duncan, Caroline and Jenna Spiers, founders of the charity Calum’s Cabin, which provides family holiday homes on the Isle of Bute as …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st June 2019
RETIREMENT OF MRS ALISON HARDIE, HERMITAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House recognises Mrs Alison Hardie for the outstanding contribution she has made to the education of generations of children during her twenty-four years as primary school teacher, in particular the past sixteen years as a teacher at Hermitage Primary School, in Helensburgh; acknowledges the care, nurture and attention …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st 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
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
11th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th June 2019
AUCHINLECK TALBOT'S REMARKABLE SEASON
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Auchinleck Talbot on a remarkable season winning the league followed by its most recent Junior Scottish Cup victory in the final hosted by Hamilton FC defeating Largs Thistle 2-0; commends Largs Thistle for a spirited display as runners-up and notes the victory was Auchinleck’s 13th Scottish …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
11th June 2019
7 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
10th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th June 2019
PETER DEMPSTER AND CLYDEBANK AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the remarkable contribution that Peter Dempster of Clydebank has made to Scottish Swimming; understands that Peter joined the Clydebank Amateur Swimming Club at the age of 10 and has now been an active member for nearly 80 years during which time he has held all the …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th June 2019
RAINING'S STAIRS INVERNESS DEVELOPMENT
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the team at Trail Architects and the Highland Housing Alliance for their recent success at the 2019 Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland Awards; notes that their Raining’s Stairs development was recognised as one of Scotland’s best buildings; and recognises that their development has transformed what …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th June 2019
VOLUNTEER SUCCESS AT SCOTTISH LEARNING DISABILITY AWARDS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness volunteer Dean Stewart on recently being named the winner of the Volunteering in Your Community category at the Scottish Learning Disability Awards held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh; notes that this award recognises the contribution of volunteers with a learning disability and the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2019
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 3
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
50 YEARS OF BROUGHTY CASTLE MUSEUM
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House commemorates 50 years since Broughty Castle in Broughty Ferry, Dundee, was incorporated into a museum by Dundee Council; recognises the rich history of the 15th century coastal fortress which saw action in The Rough Wooing in the 16th century and the War of the Three Kingdoms in …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th June 2019
SUPPORT THE SCHOOL STRIKE FOR CLIMATE
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House acknowledges the impact of school strikes for climate; notes that on 15 March more than 2,000 pupils gathered to strike in Edinburgh and that more than one million pupils protested worldwide as a call to action to prevent climate change; recognises the significance of the climate crisis; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
4th June 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
RENFREWSHIRE SCHOOLS PIPE BAND
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Renfrewshire School Pipe Band on finishing third in the British Pipe Band Championships on Saturday 18 May 2019 and wishes them the very best of luck for the rest of the season; recognises that the outstanding level of talent present in the band comes from across …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
22nd May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th June 2019
ST ANDREWS BEACH WHEELCHAIRS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the huge effort and commitment shown by The Hamish Foundation and Tourism St Andrews to develop and run St Andrews Beach Wheelchairs at West Sands, St Andrews; notes the tremendous support from Fife Council, local businesses, organisations and charitable foundations with the launch as well as …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd May 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
SUCCESS OF INVERNESS HAIRDRESSER
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness city hairdresser The Head Gardener on winning the fundraising category at the first ever Hair and Beauty Community Awards run by the National Hairdressers Federation and the National Beauty Federation; notes that The Head Gardener overcame competition from salons and barbershops across the UK to …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
MINECRAFT AND DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House recognises that Minecraft, having sold more than 176 million copies globally is now the best selling video game of all time; congratulates Dundee based 4J Studios on the part they have played in the success of Minecraft having produced the console version of the game; celebrates Dundee's …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th May 2019
PENSIONS FOR WOMEN BORN IN THE 1950s
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House believes that the UK Government has for over two decades failed women born in the 1950s who were not properly informed of the changes that were made to their state pension age due to equalisation brought on by the Pensions Act 1995; notes the conclusion of a …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 9
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th 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
2nd May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2019
CHANGES TO VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR RELIGIOUS WORKERS
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House is concerned that changes to the immigration rules regarding religious workers, announced in December 2018, are having a negative impact on the ability of churches and other religious organisations to carry out their work and worship; notes in particular that these changes introduce additional costs, a lengthy …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 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
26th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th May 2019
USE OF ANIMALS FOR WARFARE EXPERIMENTS
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House notes with concern that, each year, thousands of animals of various species including monkeys, mice, pigs and guinea pigs, are experimented upon using chemical, biological and other weapons, causing prolonged and extensive suffering; notes that, whilst these experiments are not conducted to develop or test offensive weapons, …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 52
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
8th May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
1st May 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd May 2019
DIFFUSE INTRINSIC PONTINE GLIOMA AWARENESS DAY 17 MAY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) is the second most common type of primary, high-grade brain tumour in children and affects around 40 children in the UK each year; further recognises that early DIPG symptoms include vision issues, partial facial paralysis, balance problems and frequent headaches …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 22
Conservative: 6
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
29th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
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
25th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 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
25th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
SCOTLAND'S SOCIALLY JUST CARBON TRANSITION
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House commends Scotland’s ambition to deliver a socially just transition to a carbon neutral society; notes transition provides huge opportunities for Scotland to harness its enormous renewables resources, with industrial strengths in battery storage and smart grids and technological breakthroughs such as floating offshore windfarms and tidal power …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Conservative: 1
25th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 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
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
ASDA'S LONGEST-SERVING COMMUNITY CHAMPION
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Asda Foundation on 30 years of giving back to the community; further congratulates Asda Toryglen employee, Elizabeth Arbuckle, on being Asda's longest serving community champion; notes that Elizabeth has served in a community role for more than 17 years; appreciates the work that Elizabeth and …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 13 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
GORBALS THROUGH THE LENS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the St Francis Heritage in the Community project on its work in the Gorbals; notes that its multi-phase project is centred around the beautiful St Francis centre, a rare survivor of the slum clearances programme of the 1950s; appreciates that the project worked with Blackfriars Primary …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
EIGHTY YEARS OF THE COSMO CINEMA
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates 80 years since the Cosmo cinema, the first purpose-built art house cinema outside London, was built; appreciates the unique architecture of the building, which was designed in a mix of Art Deco and Art Moderne styles by James McKissack; notes that the cinema has been home …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 2019
GLENROTHES AS FIRST LIVING WAGE TOWN
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House welcomes the Fairer Fife Commission and the Fife Partnership proposals to make Glenrothes the first Living Wage Town in Scotland; commends the efforts of the Fife Partnership in setting up an Action Group to take forward those proposals; welcomes the allocation of funding to provide an Economy …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd May 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
30th April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th April 2019
15 YEARS AND 500 PLAYS OF A PLAY A PIE AND A PINT
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the A Play, A Pie and A Pint programme on its 500th play at Glasgow’s Oran Mor venue; recognises that this year marks the 15th anniversary and the 30th season of the UK’s most successful lunchtime show; notes that the hugely popular programme was the innovation …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 23rd April 2019
BILLY MCNEILL, FOR CELTIC AND SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes with sadness the death of former Celtic captain and manager Billy McNeill at the age of 79; acknowledges the immense contribution he made to football in Scotland, the UK and across Europe during a glittering, trophy-laden career, in which the undoubted highlight was when he captained …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 1 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
29th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th April 2019
STILL GAME
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the cultural impact of BBC Scotland sitcom Still Game following the broadcast of its final episode on 28 March 2019; acknowledges that Jack and Victor have moved on from Osprey Heights, Boabby the Barman has pulled his last pint in the Clansman, Tam has no more …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
3rd April 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 3rd April 2019
CATHCART CIRCLE RAILWAY 125TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises 2 April marked 125 years since the Cathcart Circle railway line officially opened in 1894; notes the benefit that this transport link will bring to communities in Southside of Glasgow; and looks forward to at least the next 125 years of this much appreciated railway line.
8 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Apr 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th March 2019
2019 LOAN CHARGE IMPLEMENTATION
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House condemns the UK Government and HMRC's implementation of the 2019 LoanCharge; notes the 2019 Loan Charge was introduced by the Treasury to tackle disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes through which loans were paid instead of regular forms of remuneration; is dismayed by reports that HMRC's handling of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 13
Conservative: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 26th 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
14th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th March 2019
IPSA AND MPs STAFF PAY
Tabled by:
John 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
14th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th March 2019
PUBLIC INQUIRY ON BLACKLISTING
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that an internal police investigation, the Creedon report, has been made public; understands that this has concluded that the police, including Special Branches across the UK, and the security services, supplied information to the Consulting Association, and its predecessor, the Economic League, that was funded by …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 5
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
6th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 8th March 2019
SUCCESS OF INVERNESS COLLEGE UHI
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this house congratulates Inverness College UHI on recently being endorsed by Education Scotland as one of the top performing colleges in Scotland; notes that Inverness College consistently performs at a high level and provides a high quality learning experience for students; further notes that out of 27 colleges in …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
5th March 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 8th March 2019
NEW ROYAL SOCIETY OF EDINBURGH FELLOWS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates Professor James Harris, Professor Kate Rudy and Dr Silvia Paracchini, all leading academics at the University of St Andrews, who join Professor Sally Mapstone, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews, as well as 58 other distinguished individuals from across the UK, on their …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
4th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 8th March 2019
TV LICENCES FOR OVER-75s
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that maintaining free TV licences for over-75s was a 2017 Conservative manifesto commitment; acknowledges that 2.2 million over-75s live alone and that paying the licence fee could push 50,000 pensioners below the poverty line; acknowledges that 4 million households will be affected if the concession is …
140 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 86
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
27th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 28th February 2019
SUPPORTING THE NEEDS OF MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House commends Finlay McFarlane for the courage he has shown in waiving his anonymity to speak about his experience as a male survivor of sexual violence on BBC The Nine; notes his efforts to tackle the stigma associated with male survivors which contributes to underreporting of sexual crimes …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
27th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th February 2019
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABERTAY UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this house joins Abertay University in Dundee in celebrating 25 years since it was awarded university status; recognises the work the University has done since to establish the first computer games degree and become a world leading institution in the field; congratulates it on being the first UK Centre …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
27th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 27th February 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
12th February 2019
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
13th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th February 2019
LOWER EARNINGS LIMIT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House recognises that the Government's 2017 pledge to remove the Lower Earnings Limit (LEL) would provide a boost for the retirement pots of low-income workers; understands that the Government has given only a vague timescale commitment to lower the threshold in the mid-2020s; believes that low paid workers …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
SUSPENSION OF THE INTERMEDIATE-RANGE NUCLEAR FORCES TREATY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is deeply concerned by the suspension of the Intermediate-range Nuclear ForcesTreaty (INF) by the United States of America and Russia; recalls that the INF treaty strengthened European security by removing and eliminating all land-based Cruise, Pershing and SS20 missiles from Europe; notes that abrogating the INF Treaty …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 12
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
ANIMAL WELFARE STANDARDS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House welcomes the assurances from Government that animal welfare standards will be maintained or improved in the event of the UK leaving the European Union and that animal sentience will be recognised in UK law; urges the Government to table the Animals Welfare (Sentience) Bill without further delay; …
106 signatures
(Most recent: 14 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 22
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Conservative: 5
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
8th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th February 2019
COMMUNITY SECURITY TRUST INCIDENT FIGURES
Tabled by:
Lord Mann (Non-affiliated - 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
12th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th 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
6th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th 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
5th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th 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
4th February 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th February 2019
BLACKLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates all at Blacklands Primary School for receiving a Gold School Sport Award from sportscotland for their efforts to continuously improve physical education and sporting opportunities for their pupils; understands that the award encourages schools to put young people at the forefront of the decision making and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st January 2019
ST STEPHEN'S PRIMARY FOR THE GOLD
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that St Stephen's Primary School in West Dunbartonshire has received the sportscotland School Sport Gold Award in recognition of the school's commitment to improving physical education and sport; understands that the sportscotland School Sport Award is a national lottery funded initiative designed to encourage schools to …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
30th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 31st January 2019
HILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL AWARDED LOTTERY GRANT
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Hilton Primary School in Inverness on the award of a £1,000 lottery grant; understands that this fund will be used to improve and replace its gym equipment to promote a healthy and active lifestyle; and wishes the staff and pupils at Hilton Primary School continued success …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 7 May 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st January 2019
PENSION CREDIT - DEBATE AND VOTE
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House takes note of the Welfare Reform Act 2012 (Commencement No. 31 and Savings and Transitional Provisions and Commencement No 21 and 23 and Transitional and Transitory Provisions (Amendment) Order 2019 (S.I., 2019 No. 37 (C.1)), dated 14 January 2019; considers that such changes which could see mixed …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st January 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 31st 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th January 2019
VISA APPLICATION FOR 14 YEAR OLD ANNECELINE OMONDI
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House supports the Omondi family and calls on the Home Office to overturn its rejection of the visa application for 14-year-old Anneceline Omondi, daughter of Lance Corporal Denis Omondi, a serving soldier for the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 3 Scots, and her application for entry clearance; further rejects …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
24th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th 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
21st January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th January 2019
IRN BRU CARNIVAL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes efforts by the Irn Bru Carnival to welcome autistic guests by creating dedicated autism friendly sessions; notes the efforts of other events and organisations in Glasgow which have made adaptations to include people with autism, such as the St Enoch's centres dedicated quiet space; encourages other …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th January 2019
150TH ANNIVERSARY CHARLES RENNIE MACKINTOSH
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the incredible legacy and creative genius of Charles Rennie Mackintosh; reflects on the year-long programme of events that took place in 2018 to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Charles Rennie Mackintosh; notes that highlights included the re-opening of the Willow Tearooms on Sauchiehall …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th 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
17th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
CHANGES TO PENSION CREDIT ELIGIBILITY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned by the proposed changes to eligibility for pension credit; notes that from 15 May 2019 new pensioners whose partners are younger than the state retirement age of 65 will no longer be able to claim a means-tested top-up called pension credit but instead will …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
14th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th January 2019
BIG LOTTERY FUND GRANT FOR MENSELF+
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates MENSELF+ Community Interest Company based in Parkhead in Glasgow East constituency on their award of a £10,000 National Lottery Award for all Scotland grant for Big Lottery Fund; understands that this funding will be used to deliver a range of events across Glasgow; recognises that MENSELF+ …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th January 2019
BIG LOTTERY FUND GRANT FOR EASTMUIR PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Eastmuir Primary School in Barlanark in Glasgow East constituency on the award of £9,986 National Lottery Award for all Scotland grant from Big Lottery Fund; understands that this funding will be used to purchase an interactive image unit for a new sensory room in the school …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
14th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th January 2019
SCOTTISH RETAIL CONSORTIUM CHARITABLE GIVING
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates members of the Scottish Retail Consortium for raising over £41 million for charity and good causes since 2016, as highlighted in the SRC’s Report into Retail Charitable Giving 2018; notes that through their shops and online operations throughout Scotland retailers raise money and support for charity …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 15th January 2019
LEARNING DISABLED BADMINTON TEAM MATCH AND MR JAMES P E PERT
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Mr James P E Pert from Shettleston in Glasgow East constituency on his success as a member of the Glasgow Disability Badminton Club at the first ever Learning Disabled Badminton Team Match; commends Mr Pert on achieving Gold in the Men's Doubles (Class 1) and Silver …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
11th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
10th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th January 2019
ANNIVERSARY OF BELHAVEN BREWERY
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House welcomes the 300th anniversary of the iconic Belhaven Brewery in Dunbar, the oldest working brewery in Scotland and one of the oldest in Britain; notes that brewing has taken place on the site for hundreds of years, while the brew house's lintel is engraved with the date …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 1
9th January 2019
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th January 2019
EU CITIZENS' RIGHTS AND THE SETTLED STATUS SCHEME
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House condemns the Settled Status scheme for non-UK EU citizens as discriminatory and unnecessary; believes that people who have chosen to make their lives here under the auspices of the EU’s Freedom of Movement should be welcome to stay without any documentation or payment of a fee and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
19th December 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th January 2019
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS PARTNERSHIP WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF BONN
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews in taking decisive and positive steps to create and increase the potential for exchange, research and information sharing opportunities for its staff and students by forging a partnership agreement with the University of Bonn; welcomes the creation of a Memorandum of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
19th December 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th January 2019
ACTION OLD KILPATRICK
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes the publication of A walk through the past; memories of Old Kilpatrick, 1940's to present day; notes that it was produced by Action Old Kilpatrick, a local group whose aim was to undertake an oral history project about the history and heritage of the village; understands …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th January 2019
ARDEER BOWLING CLUB, STEVENSTON
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House commends Ardeer Bowling Club for its recent purchase and installation of a Defibrillator; recognises that the club raised funding for the purchase through the generous Donations of Members, local organisations and fellow bowling clubs; understands that a club member recently suffered a heart attack on the bowling …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th December 2018
51 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Liberal Democrat: 11
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Labour: 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
4th December 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th 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
3rd December 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th 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
19th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018
BIG HEARTED BANNERMAN HIGH SCHOOL
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends the fundraising team at Bannerman High School in Baillieston, Glasgow on their recent fundraising efforts; notes that the S6 pupils organised a quiz night which raised some £890.42, with the proceeds going to their school prom fund as well as the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th November 2018
SCOTTISH SHOWMEN'S GUILD ANNUAL LUNCHEON 2018
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House commends the recent annual luncheon held by the Scottish Section of the Showmen's Guild of Great Britain at the Hilton Grosvenor Hotel in Glasgow on 16 November 2018; notes that the luncheon was supported by Councillors, Members of the Scottish Parliament, Members of the UK Parliament and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
19th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018
TAY CITY DEAL FUNDING
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House calls on the Government to match the Scottish Government's committed £200 million contribution towards the Tay City Deal by providing an additional £50 million to the £150 million the Government has already offered; notes the Government has already short-changed Scottish deals in Aberdeen, Inverness and Stirling and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 19th November 2018
100 YEARS OF POLISH INDEPENDENCE
Tabled by:
Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative - Shrewsbury and Atcham)
That this House notes that on 11 November 2018 Poland celebrates 100 years of independence; further notes that this freedom was guaranteed by the Treaty of Versailles which Britain supported; notes that the huge contribution of the Polish people to Britain during the Second World War, and the contribution that …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 5
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
6th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th November 2018
POLLOKSHAWS LIBRARY 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates Pollokshaws Library on its 50th anniversary; notes that the library opened in 1968 on Shawbridge Street and remains a fantastic free resource for the community to enjoy; thanks all the staff and volunteers who have always been on hand to help and to ensure that all …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
6th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th November 2018
QUEENS PARK AND THE GREAT WAR 1914 TO 1918 PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the Queen's Park and the Great War project for compiling a complete picture of the club's involvement in the Great War; pays tribute to Queen's Park Football Club for raising awareness and understanding in both the club and the wider community of the impact of the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th November 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 6th November 2018
POLLOKSHAWS COMMUNITY FIREWORKS DISPLAY 2018
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends everyone at Pollokshaws and Eastwood Community Council for putting on a fantastic fireworks display at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall on 4 November 2018; pays tribute to all the community activists and volunteers who contributed to the display and through activities such as face-painting, children's entertainment and providing …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
31st October 2018
19 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 1st November 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
29th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th October 2018
DELSIE GAYLE AND RYANAIR
Tabled by:
John 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
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
INVERNESS CYCLIST BREAKS WORLD RECORD
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House applauds the outstanding efforts of Jenny Graham who recently broke the world record and became the fastest woman to ride around the world unsupported; notes that it took Jenny less than 125 days to complete the 18,000 mile cycle journey; pays thanks to the organisations, volunteers, friends …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
UNIVERSAL CREDIT AND DISABLED CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes with concern that, under universal credit, at least 100,000 families with disabled children will be worse off by some £1,750 per year; notes that this is due to the lower rate of child disability addition being set at £29.10 per week, representing a 54 per cent …
95 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Dec 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 26
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
MURDER OF JAMAL KHASHOGGI
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns the alleged torture and murder of Washington Post journalist, Jamal Khashoggi by the Saudi Arabian regime at its consulate in Turkey on 2 October 2018; regrets the increase in censorship against journalists in authoritarian nations as outlined by Mr Khashoggi in his last Washington Post article …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 5
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
18th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th October 2018
SAUDI ARABIA AND VIOLATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned about Saudi Arabia’s on-going violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law; acknowledges that serious and systematic violations are being committed by all parties to the conflict in Yemen; notes with alarm that since 2015 the Saudi-led coalition has reportedly undertaken 18,000 airstrikes, one-third …
107 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 58
Scottish National Party: 24
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
18th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 18th October 2018
RETIREMENT OF HEAD TEACHER AT MERRYLEE PRIMARY
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to education in Glasgow made by Liz Mahindru over a period of 40 years, particularly at Merrylee Primary School where she served as Head Teacher for 20 years; notes her dedication and service to the children who attended the school, and her contribution …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
17th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 17th 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
17th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th October 2018
PATERNITY LEAVE
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes that fathers, partners of adopters and intended parents having children through surrogacy are entitled to one or two weeks' statutory paternity leave; believes that this disadvantages fathers and entrenches the presumption that women are primarily responsible for raising children; further notes that better paternity leave and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 17th October 2018
LANARK IN BLOOM
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Lanark in Bloom on winning a Gold Medal at the Keep Scotland Beautiful Awards; notes that this is the second year running that the organisation has been recognised at the awards and believes this is testament to the hard work of the volunteers; understands that the …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 16th October 2018
SCRUTINY OF RUSSIAN COMPANIES IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House urges the Government to enhance the scrutiny of companies linked to the Russian state operating in the UK; notes the controversy over the EN+ Group's decision to develop a UK presence following the decision of the US Administration to impose sanctions upon the company in response to …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
CHALLENGE POVERTY WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises Challenge Poverty Week 2018, which took place from the 1 to 5 October 2018; pays thanks to the many organisations taking part in anti-poverty work across the UK; acknowledges that there are many vital organisations available to help those who may be in need and thanks …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th October 2018
INVERNESS PROUD NESS PARADE
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House applauds the welcoming and inclusive attitudes of individuals and businesses alike that were displayed at the Proud Ness parade in Inverness on 5 October 2018; notes that thousands of people turned up to march in favour of a society that promotes fairness and welcomes diversity; thanks local …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Labour: 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
13th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 2018
END DEGRADING TREATMENT OF POLITICAL PRISONERS IN BAHRAIN
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House deplores the degrading treatment of political prisoners in Bahrain; is appalled by the inhuman conditions of detention facilities as described by the UN Human Rights Committee in July 2018, particularly in Jau prison, including unsanitary conditions, severe overcrowding, inadequate access to drinking water and unhygienic toilet facilities; …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 14
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 2018
SALVATION ARMY EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the dedication of the Salvation Army in responding to major incidents; understands that in recent years it has attended many emergencies in Glasgow Central constituency, including the fires in Sauchiehall Street and the Clutha helicopter crash; notes that it offers practical assistance, as well as emotional …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
10th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 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
5th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 2018
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW SETTLEMENT
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow Settlement and its recent Exhibition celebrating its legacy and connection with student social action; notes that the Settlement was founded in 1897 by female students, graduates and employees of Queen Margaret College as part of the Settlement Movement which focused on closing …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 2018
PENSION DASHBOARD
Tabled by:
Stephen Lloyd (Liberal Democrat - Eastbourne)
That this House believes that the Government has a duty to ensure that all citizens have financial security in their retirement; notes that a pensions dashboard would allow consumers to view the value of their state, occupational and private pensions in one place; recognises the importance of giving future pensioners …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 11
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
4th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th October 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
9th October 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th October 2018
SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL STADIUM - HAMPDEN PARK
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House welcomes the decision of the Scottish Football Association (SFA) to keep Hampden Park as Scotland's national stadium; recognises that this decision cements Glasgow's reputation as a world-class sporting city; notes the positive impact this will have for the vibrancy of the local community and city's economy as …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th October 2018
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS No. 2
Tabled by:
Catherine McKinnell (Labour - Newcastle upon Tyne North)
That this House notes that the Government is closing Childcare Vouchers to new entrants from 4 October 2018 without having conducted a proper analysis of the winners and losers from removing the scheme and replacing it with Tax-Free Childcare, despite a recommendation to so do by the Treasury Select Committee; …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Jan 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
12th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018
PROFESSOR ALASTAIR S. McDONALD, GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Professor Alastair S. Macdonald of Glasgow School of Art on receiving the Best Research award from the Arts and Humanities Research Council; appreciates the contribution of his design-led research in addressing the global challenge of anti-microbial resistance; recognises his collaboration with a range of colleagues from …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018
GRAND OPENING OF MACKINTOSH AT THE WILLOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the Willow Tea Rooms Trust on the grand opening of Mackintosh at the Willow on 7 September in the presence of the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay; commends Celia Sinclair on her vision and efforts to save the Tea Rooms, restore them to their former glory …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th September 2018
MARY BARBOUR AWARDS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the winners of 2018's Mary Barbour Awards; understands that the awards were established by Parkhead Housing Association to recognise the unique role that women have contributed to the city of Glasgow; recognises that many women in Glasgow have followed the example set by Mary Barbour in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th September 2018
JAMIE BAIN OF THE BALLENCRIEFF PUB IN BATHGATE
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Jamie Bain on completing the Stonegate Pub Company's Accelerator 'bar to boardroom' careers development programme and being appointed General Manager at the Ballencrieff pub in Bathgate; recognises that the Accelerator programme was designed to fast-track the development of the companies high performing deputy managers to become …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th September 2018
WELCOMING NEW PRESIDENT OF THE ROBERT BURNS WORLD FEDERATION
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House congratulates Mr Bill Nolan, Secretary of the Irvine Burns Club, on his installation as President of the Robert Burns World Federation; and recognises his tireless work in promoting a love of Burns’ poetry and song among the young people of Ayrshire as well as promoting academic research …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 6th September 2018
SCOTLAND'S YEAR OF YOUNG PEOPLE 2018
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House celebrates Scotland's Year of Young People 2018 and commends all of Scottish youths for getting involved and ensuring their voices are heard on important issues; recognises that this enterprise provides a platform for our young people to showcase their ideas and talents; applauds the power of young …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 6th September 2018
PARTNERSHIP APPROACHES TO MENTAL HEALTH
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises NHS Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture for piloting an innovating new approach to treating mental health patients; understands the burden that the NHS faces with growing numbers of patients and limited resources; therefore praises NHS trusts that use alternative treatments such as social prescribing; …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
6th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 6th September 2018
DOUGALL BAILLIE ASSOCIATES
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House commends East Kilbride's independent engineering firm Dougall Baillie Associates for its continued commercial success and contribution to the Scottish economy; recognises that this firm is one of the largest independent engineering consultancy firms in Scotland; further recognises the firm is responsible for some of Scotland's most innovative …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 6th September 2018
RUNRIG ROCK BAND
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House notes with regret the retirement of the Scottish Gaelic rock band, Runrig who marked the event with two spectacular sold-out shows in front of Stirling Castle; further notes the band’s extraordinary success in selling millions of albums around the world and securing top five albums in the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Nov 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
4th September 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 4th September 2018
SCOTLAND QUALIFY FOR WOMEN'S WORLD CUP
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Scotland on qualifying for the Women's World Cup for the first time following a famous victory in Albania; notes that this achievement highlights the huge progress made in the women's game in Scotland in recent years; recognises the fantastic work done by manager Shelley Kerr and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th July 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th July 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
16th July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
BENEFIT TO THE UK OF EU STUDENTS STUDYING IN UK UNIVERSITIES
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House recognises the immense benefits to the UK of EU students studying at UK universities; welcomes the educational and wider community contribution these students bring; further welcomes the net economic benefit of each EU student studying in the UK at £68,000 per student and the estimated £5.1 billion …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
12th July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
90 YEARS OF THE WEE RED BOOK
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the publication in July 2018 of the 90th edition of the Evening Times Wee Red Book, which has served as a companion and guide for fans of Scottish football since it first appeared in 1928; notes that the book, named after its size and colour, contains …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
MAGGIE'S DUNDEE PENGUIN PARADE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Maggie's Dundee and the numerous volunteers on the launch of Maggie's Penguin Parade trail; notes that this was the culmination of the dedication and enthusiasm of staff at the centre and the wider Dundee community; welcomes the involvement of local schools in the project and acknowledges …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th July 2018
80 YEARS OF THE BEANO
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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
10th July 2018
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FINANCIAL LIABILITY FOR NUCLEAR POWER STATION SAFETY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House is concerned to hear reports that the directors of Hitachi, who will be developing the proposed Wylfa nuclear power station, have sought safeguards to reduce or eliminate the firm's financial responsibility for accidents at the site; notes this follows two serious safety breaches in Hitachi's nuclear developments, …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
4th July 2018
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LORNA JACKSON, RETIRING HEADTEACHER OF HERMITAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House acknowledges the outstanding work and commitment of Lorna Jackson, Headteacher at Hermitage Primary School in Helensburgh for the past 13 years; recognises that her exceptional leadership skills have made a significant impact on the success of the largest primary school in Argyll and Bute and that her …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th July 2018
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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
4th July 2018
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GARNOCK RUGBY CLUB
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Garnock Rugby Club on on being recognised as a Championship Club by the Royal Bank RugbyForce programme, and on the award of £1,000; acknowledges the impact that this funding will have in helping the club improve its facilities and attract new members; notes the valuable contribution …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
3rd July 2018
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TRIBUTE TO HAMISH HEY AND TEAM HAMIS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House pays tribute to Team Hamish, a charitable group with the aim of raising money to create an accessible community area for all ages and abilities to experience and enjoy; notes that this charity was set up in memory of Hamish Hey, a Nairn pupil who lost his …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd July 2018
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QUALIFICATION OF WOMEN ACT 1918
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
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
27th June 2018
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FIRST MINISTER'S READING CHALLENGE - ST JAMES PRIMARY, RENFREW
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the staff and pupils of St James Primary in Renfrew for being recognised as the school reading the most books in the First Minister's Reading Challenge 2018; notes that the Reading Challenge 2018 aims to build on the work already taking place in schools across the …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th June 2018
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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
20th June 2018
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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
21st June 2018
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IMPLEMENTATION OF £2 STAKE ON FIXED ODDS BETTING TERMINALS
Tabled by:
Jo Stevens (Labour - Cardiff Central)
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
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SCOTLAND ACHIEVES 100 PERCENT UNICEF BABY FRIENDLY ACCREDITATION
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Scotland on becoming the first nation in the UK to achieve 100 per cent Unicef baby friendly accreditation in both maternity and community services; appreciates the efforts of public health and healthcare staff in achieving the accreditation; thanks National Maternal and Infant Nutrition coordinator Linda …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th June 2018
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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
15th June 2018
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PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House commends the commitment, bravery and dedication shown by prison officers, who face challenging, dangerous and physically demanding working conditions on a daily basis; notes that the Prisons Act 1952 confirms that a serving prison officer shall have all the powers, authority, protection and privileges of a police …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Mar 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Conservative: 1
19th June 2018
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MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE AWARENESS WEEK 2018
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House pays tribute to MND Scotland in recognising 2018's MND Awareness Week; notes that MND Awareness Week 2018 runs from 18 to 24 June; pays thanks to organisations, such as Highland Support Group, for supporting those with motor neurone disease (MND) and their families; and supports MND Scotland …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
18th June 2018
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AYRSHIRE SAMARITANS ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Ayrshire Samaritans on its one year birthday at its new premises in The Forgate, Kilmarnock; notes that these premises are more accessible and welcoming than its previous premises; commends Worksmart, which undertook the original refurbishment, providing labour free of charge; commends all the volunteers who work …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
18th June 2018
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EAST AYRSHIRE CHURCHES HOMELESSNESS ACTION COMMUNITY FRIENDS ACTION PLAN
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates East Ayrshire Churches Homelessness Action (EACHa) for the publication of its Community Friends Action Plan which brought together 100 representatives from a wide range of Ayrshire stakeholders to take full ownership of building co-operation for tackling issues in homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and reducing anti-social …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2018
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2018
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RETIREMENT OF HEAD TEACHER AT BROOMHILL PRIMARY
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to education in Glasgow made by Mrs Heather A Neilson, in particular as Head Teacher of Broomhill Primary School over the last nine years; notes, in particular, her dedication and service to the children who have attended that school, while keeping them at …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2018
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ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates St Thomas Aquinas Secondary School, Glasgow on its 60th anniversary; notes that the school first opened in 1958 as a Catholic senior secondary school before transitioning into a comprehensive and has provided high quality education to thousands of young people who have passed through its doors; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
13th June 2018
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SPIRITO GIFT SHOP
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates Spirito Gift Shop, Glasgow, on the receipt of two prestigious business awards, Bespoke Retailer of the Year 2018 at the Scottish Independent Retail Awards and Best Gift Shop in Scotland 2018 at Scotland's Business Awards; recognises the high quality of goods and services provided and the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th June 2018
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EFFIE MCGACHIE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House pays tribute to Effie McGachie after she announced her retirement as the President of Renfrew Community Council after 36 years of service, 32 of them as the Chair; salutes the commitment that Mrs McGachie has shown towards the town of Renfrew over three and a half decades, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2018
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EUROPEAN DEFENCE FUND
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House accepts that a consequence of Brexit, the EU will look increasingly to its member states on issues of defence and security; and is concerned that draft legislative proposals published by the European Commission states that only entities established in the Union would be able to apply for …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
12th June 2018
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HURLFORD UNITED, JUNIOR CUP FINALISTS
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Hurlford United for reaching the Scottish Junior Cup Final for the second time in four years, despite Hurlford losing 3-2 to fellow Ayrshire side Auchinleck Talbot at Rugby Park, Kilmarnock; notes that Hurlford matched Auchinleck all the way and were unlucky to concede two injury time …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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STEWARTON UNITED 10th ANNIVERSARY, PROMOTION AND BEER FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Stewarton United on winning the AAFA First Division in the 2017-18 season; wishes the team good luck in the Premier League in the forthcoming season; notes that this is its 10 year anniversary and congratulates it on this achievement, acknowledging how much more difficult it is …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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LOCHARDIL PRIMARY SCHOOL SUCCESS AT THE SCOTTISH EDUCATION AWARDS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Lochardil Primary School on its recent success at the Scottish Education Awards 2018; recognises that it was the winner of the Learning for Sustainability Award; further congratulates it on the work it has done to achieve this; recognises the pupils are confident and proactive citizens; notes …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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AUCHINLECK TALBOT'S 12TH JUNIOR CUP FINAL SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Auchinleck Talbot on its most recent Junior Scottish Cup victory at Rugby Park, Kilmarnock, defeating Hurlford United 3-2 with a thrilling climax of two goals in injury time to clinch the cup; notes that the victory was Auchinleck's 12th Scottish Cup triumph, which adds to its …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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GALSTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST AND THE PORTLAND
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Galston Community Development Trust on the completion of its regeneration project, The Portland, Galston, at the site of the former Portland Arms, Cross Street, Galston; notes that the Trust already has full business occupancy within the premises which will hopefully keep the project on a sustainable …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th June 2018
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SPEYSIDE DISTILLERY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Speyside distillery on its recent success at the Board of Trade Awards 2018; commends it on its achievement of being the first Scotch whisky company to receive this award; recognises its success in building exports abroad whilst also maintaining a strong presence in the heart of …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
22nd February 2018
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BIRDS REARED IN CAGES TO BE SHOT FOR SPORT
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport, and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
121 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Aug 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 69
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Crossbench: 2
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th June 2018
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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
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DEATH OF PAT LALLY
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes with sadness the passing of Pat Lally, the former Labour leader of Glasgow Council who also served as the city's Lord Provost from 1996 to 1999, at the age of 92; recognises his huge contribution to Glasgow, most notably the Garden Festival, the creation of the …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
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CARERS WEEK 11 TO 17 JUNE 2018
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House supports Carers Week, which seeks to raise awareness of caring and building communities that support the health and wellbeing of carers; acknowledges the tireless work of 6.5 million unpaid carers across the UK, an estimated 788,000 in Scotland, many of whom are under the age of 18; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 2
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
7th June 2018
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PROCESSIONS AND THE CONTRIBUTION OF THE SUFFRAGETTES
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes that 10 June 2018 will see tens of thousands of women, girls and those who identify as women or non-binary taking part in PROCESSIONS, a mass participation artwork taking place simultaneously in Edinburgh, Cardiff, London and Belfast to mark 100 years of some women getting the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
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PAISLEY 2021 ARTS, CULTURE AND SPORT AWARD
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Renfrewshire Council and the Paisley 2021 campaign for winning the Arts, Culture and Sport Award at the 2018 Chartered Institute of Public Relations Excellence Awards Ceremony on 6 June 2018; notes that this ceremony celebrates shining examples of public relations excellence as a means of demonstrating …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
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BRITISH PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS IN PAISLEY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Renfrewshire Council and the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association on the successful British Pipe Band Championships held in St James Playing Fields on 19 May for the third year in a row; notes that more than 130 of the world's best pipe bands competed in the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
7th June 2018
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WOMEN'S RIGHTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is concerned that, despite the lifting of the ban on women driving in Saudi Arabia scheduled for 24 June 2018, a number of Saudi women's rights activists, including Loujain Hathloul, Aziza al-Yousef and Eman al-Nafjan, have been detained, allegedly on the basis of undermining security and stability; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 8
Scottish National Party: 7
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
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RENFREW FC PROMOTION TO PREMIER DIVISION
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Renfrew Football Club for its recent promotion to West Region Premiership from Superleague First Division; appreciates that this is a big turnaround for the club, which just three seasons ago was without a home and playing in the third tier of junior football; highlights the efforts …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2018
12 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2018
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ANNE SMILLIE RETIREMENT FROM BADMINTON SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House extends its best wishes to Badminton Scotland's Chief Executive, Anne Smillie, who has recently announced her retirement; notes that Anne Smillie has served in her current role since 1990 after joining the organisation 10 years previously and is the UK's longest serving sporting CEO; appreciates the work …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2018
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COLIN BAILLIE AWARDED FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF INVERNESS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends Colin Baillie MBE on receiving the Freedom of the City of Inverness; recognises his dedication, commitment and enthusiasm to his lifelong career of coaching sports to children, in particular rugby and athletics; notes his work with Inverness Highland Games for over four decades; further recognises the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2018
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PEEK WIN 2018 QUEEN'S VOLUNTARY SERVICE AWARD
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Possibilities for Each and Every Kid (PEEK) on winning the 2018 Queen's Award for Voluntary Service for its community work; commends PEEK's Chief Executive Melodie Crumlin and her team of staff and volunteers on their work to engage young people in Glasgow in play; appreciates PEEK's …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th June 2018
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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
5th June 2018
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DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK - SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes that Dementia Awareness Week Scotland takes place from 4 to 10 June 2018; understands that Scotland's Third National Dementia Strategy (2017-2020) builds on work carried out since dementia was prioritised by the Scottish Government 10 years ago, focusing on diagnosis, support and coordination; recognises that over …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th June 2018
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REGULATORY ACTION ON THE FINANCIAL RISKS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the profound impact that climate change is having across the world; is concerned following the recent warning from the Governor of the Bank of England that climate change could have a catastrophic impact on the global financial system; welcomes the recent report by the UK Sustainable …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Liberal Democrat: 8
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Scottish National Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
4th June 2018
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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
23rd May 2018
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BASKETBALL SUCCESS AT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES 2018
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Scottish Men's basketball team at the 2018 Commonwealth Games hosted by Gold Coast achieved a 4th place finish, having topped their group; understands that of the 12 players in the Scotland squad, seven of them played for Glasgow Rocks domestically, with an eighth player …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th May 2018
BETTY MACINTYRE - HERO NURSE OF THE YEAR 2018
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Betty Macintyre from Oban in Argyll on being awarded Hero Nurse of the Year at the 2018 NHS Heroes Awards for her services to Midwifery in the Western Highlands of Scotland; acknowledges the outstanding contribution made by Betty, who, over the last 50 years has delivered …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 24th May 2018
GLASGOW FILM 2017-18
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow Film has played 693 films to over 200,000 people over the last 12 months; appreciates that the 2018 Glasgow Film Festival, with its main base at the iconic Glasgow Film Theatre, maintained record-breaking attendances despite the significant disruption caused by the beast from the …
7 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th May 2018
IMPRISONMENT OF TIBETAN LANGUAGE ACTIVIST
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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
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
23rd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd May 2018
INTERNATIONAL STORYTELLING FESTIVAL AT POLLOKSHIELDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Erasmus+-supported International Storytelling Festival took place at Pollokshields Primary; understands that the Festival brought together pupils from Pollokshields Primary School and their Spanish partner school, Colegio Hernandez in Valencia, in a two-day extravaganza of storytelling, music and dance; further understands that the Festival formed …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
21st May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd May 2018
JOB LOSSES AND CUTS AT STV
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is seriously disappointed and concerned at plans by Scotland's leading commercial broadcaster to shed 59 jobs across the STV and STV2 channels, with the latter closing altogether; notes that the plans involve ending the flagship STV News Tonight Scottish and international news programme, which will lead to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
15th May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th May 2018
DUNDEE'S V&A MUSEUM
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the V&A on the completion of the building of its brand new museum in Dundee; believes that tens of thousands of tourists, journalists and visitors will travel to Dundee to see the museum and show their support in September 2018 upon its official opening; notes that …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
15th May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th May 2018
MOTHERWELL FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Motherwell Football Club on successfully reaching a second domestic cup final this season; wishes all associated with the club good luck ahead of the Scottish Cup final with Celtic on 19 May 2018; acknowledges that two successful cup runs and a seventh place finish have been …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
10th May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 10th May 2018
VISIT OF TURKISH PRESIDENT RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN TO THE UK
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House is very concerned about the visit of the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the UK, in light of general elections now being held in Turkey whilst a state of emergency continues to be in place; notes in connection to this that the UN High Commissioner for …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 13
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th 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
2nd May 2018
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd May 2018
LIVING WAGE ACCREDITATION IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Firewater on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow is a Scottish Living Wage Employer; understands that, to date, Firewater is the only living wage accredited nightclub in the UK; believes that the real living wage benefits both workers and businesses; congratulates Firewater on obtaining living wage accreditation; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd May 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 2nd May 2018
GLASGOW UNIVERSITIES AMONGST TOP 50 IN UK
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the recent publication of the Complete University Guide 2019 League Tables; understands that three Glasgow universities have appeared in the top 50 rankings of that guide; further understands that the University of Glasgow and the University of Strathclyde were ranked 24th and 40th respectively, whilst the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
30th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
25th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th April 2018
GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY CENTENARY FUND SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow Women's Library has received £90,000 from the Scottish Government's Centenary Fund; understands that the Fund has been established to celebrate 100 years since women first gained the right to vote and has offered £500,000 for a range of projects across Scotland to mark this …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th April 2018
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS PATHOGENESIS CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the important research carried out at the Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis Centre of Excellence at the University of Glasgow, funded by Arthritis Research UK, where scientists are understand how and why rheumatoid arthritis starts, why the disease attacks the joints and why it doesn't stop, with an …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th April 2018
GLASGOW FIRMS TRIUMPH AT FSB AWARDS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that three Glasgow-based businesses enjoyed success at the recent FSB Small Business Awards 2018 Scotland Area Final; understands that Cohesion Medical, based in Cessnock, won the Employer of the Year award, Cloud Cover IT, based in Bridgeton, won the Scale-Up Business of the Year award and …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th April 2018
60th ANNIVERSARY OF ST BRIGID'S PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises that St Brigid's Primary School in Toryglen celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2018; understands that the school first opened on 30 April 1958; believes that St Brigid 's Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in an area of Glasgow that has undergone …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd 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
19th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd April 2018
INDEPENDENT REVIEW OF HOME OFFICE IMMIGRATION POLICY AND PRACTICE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the Home Office's long track record of delay, maladministration and poor quality decision-making while implementing increasingly harsh anti-immigrant policies; deplores the cruel and grossly unfair treatment of Commonwealth citizens legally resident in the UK, including denial of NHS health care, dismissal from employment, arbitrary detention under …
90 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 11
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th April 2018
ST MIRREN FOOTBALL CLUB - SCOTTISH CHAMPIONSHIP CHAMPIONS 2017-18
Tabled by:
Mhairi Black (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire South)
That this House congratulates the players, coaches, staff and supporters of St Mirren Football Club in winning the Scottish Championship; recognises the excitement that being promoted to the Scottish Professional Football League will bring to Paisley and its surrounding areas; compliments St Mirren manager Jack Ross and his team on …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th April 2018
PROFESSOR STEPHEN HAWKING
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is deeply saddened by the death of Professor Stephen Hawking, the remarkable physicist, cosmologist and author, whose brilliance and persistence in the exploration of science inspired millions around the globe, notably through his book A Brief History of Time which helped non-scientists understand fundamental questions of physics …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 24 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2018
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Conservative: 1
18th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th April 2018
JOHN (IAIN) MACLEOD
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is saddened by the death of John MacLeod, a champion of Gaelic language and culture; recognises his tireless commitment to further the development of the Gaelic language throughout Scotland, including his active petitioning which achieved the establishment of the Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act of 2005 and establishment …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Plaid Cymru: 1
17th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 17th April 2018
SUSAN WHITEHEAD
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Susan Whitehead on her 101st birthday; notes that she attends her local congregation on Sundays at Greenhills Parish Church; acknowledges her continued spiritual commitment; recognises all her hard work and commitment to her community of Greenhills and East Kilbride; and further acknowledges Susan Whitehead on achieving …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
16th April 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th 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
28th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th April 2018
STRATHBUNGO - A TOP 10 PLACE TO LIVE IN THE UK
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Strathbungo has named as the 7th best place to live in the UK in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2018; understands that Strathbungo was chosen for its range of food and drink venues and strong sense of community spirit; believes that events like …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
100 YEARS OF THE UNIVERSITY CAFÉ IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University Café, one of the most famous establishments of Glasgow's West End, on reaching its 100th anniversary; notes that the famous Scots-Italian café, and later affiliated chip shop, was founded by ship's carpenter Alfredo Verrecchia in 1918 and has been run by the same family, …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
58TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHEAPSIDE STREET FIRE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that 28 March 2018 marks the 58th anniversary of the Cheapside Street fire; understands that, on 28 March 1960, a fire broke out at a whisky warehouse in Cheapside Street in Anderston, which caused the rupturing of several rum and whisky casks, resulting in a major …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
27th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
CENTRAL EQUINE DATABASE
Tabled by:
David Amess (Conservative - Southend West)
That this House is concerned that when the Central Equine Database (CED) is fully launched that there will be no statutory obligation to enforce equine identification nor severe consequences for non-compliance; notes that the absence of equine identification allows situations of horses living at the absolute baseline of survival to …
71 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Conservative: 7
Liberal Democrat: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 3
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
26th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
FIREFIGHTERS' MEMORIAL DAY, 4 MAY 2018
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House joins with firefighters across the UK on Firefighters' Memorial Day, on 4 May 2018, remembering the bravery and sacrifice of the 2,524 colleagues who have lost their life in the line of duty; extends its sympathies, especially on this memorial day, to all the bereaved families of …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jun 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 65
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 17
Independent: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Liberal Democrat: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
22nd March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th April 2018
PORTRAYAL OF ADHD AND ITS TREATMENT
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House notes the documentary, Take Your Pills, which has been distributed by Netflix; expresses its strong concern about what it sees as the programme's unbalanced portrayal of ADHD and its treatment; further notes the recent publication of updated NICE guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of the condition …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 18
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
26th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th March 2018
NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY REVIEW CONFERENCE
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the 2018 Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference takes place between 23 April and 4 May; commemorates 2018 as the 50th anniversary of the NPT opening for signature; recognises the opportunity that this anniversary offers the Government to engage with global …
64 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 22
Liberal Democrat: 6
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Conservative: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
26th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th March 2018
SCOTLAND'S HISTORIC SITES AND THE YEAR OF YOUNG PEOPLE 2018
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House welcomes historic sites across Scotland lowering their drawbridges and opening their gates to young people for just £1 in celebration of the Year of Young People 2018; praises Historic Environment Scotland, the National Trust for Scotland, Historic Houses and Young Scot for working together to offer this …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th March 2018
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
16th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
RENFREWSHIRE PROVOST AWARDS 2018
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates all the nominees and award winners at the Renfrewshire Provost Community Awards at a ceremony held on 9 March 2018;·notes that over 70 nominations had been submitted, highlighting the range of fantastic work being done in Renfrewshire by committed individuals; welcomes the fact that nine-year-old Ruairidh …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 16th March 2018
ST MUNGO'S ACADEMY DEBATE TEAM
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates the St Mungo's Academy debate team on winning the 2018 Parliamentary World Debate Competition (PWDC) held in Tokyo, Japan; understands that the team were the first Scottish team to compete, and also the youngest competitors; notes that the purpose of the PWDC is to empower …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 15th 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
12th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018
BIRCHWOOD HIGHLAND RECOVERY CENTRE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Scotland's first and only mental health residential recovery centre in Inverness on the recent celebration of its 10th anniversary; notes that the 23-bed facility is owned and operated by local mental health charity Birchwood Highland; commends the hard work of their staff over the past 10 …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
12th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 14th March 2018
WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND TAKES STAND ALONE PLEDGE
Tabled by:
Paul Masterton (Conservative - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates West College Scotland on becoming the first college in the UK to take the Stand Alone Pledge to support estranged students; notes that the Stand Alone charity exists to support the one in five people of all ages across the UK who become estranged from or …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 14th March 2018
FRIENDS OF MARYHILL PARK WINDOW WANDERLAND
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House applauds Friends of Maryhill Park for organising activities to promote its forthcoming Window Wanderland, including a Window Wanderland Workshop, to help residents of Maryhill Park prepare for the event on 10 March 2018; commends the group's efforts to prepare for the event, including cleaning the local area …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th March 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 7th 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
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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
6th March 2018
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SCOTTISH RETAIL CONSORTIUM
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the work of the members of the Scottish Retail Consortium in raising money for charity and good causes; congratulates it on raising a sum of over £16 million in 2017; notes that shops and stores across the country raise money for charity through means of donations, …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
5th March 2018
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HELENSBURGH HEROES CENTRE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates everyone involved in the recent opening of the Helensburgh Heroes Centre, a centre that recognises and celebrates the enormous contribution made by the people of Helensburgh and the surrounding district in areas as diverse as television, sport, music, science, art, politics, literature, architecture and film-making, including …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th March 2018
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SMILEAWI DENTAL CHARITY IN MALAWI
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House commends the great work of Vicky and Nigel Milne of the the Hollies Dental Practice in Dunoon who have since 2012 been providing voluntary dental services to the people of Malawi and who in 2016 founded Smileawi, a charity dedicated to bringing treatment and pain relief to …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
5th March 2018
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DIESEL CARS
Tabled by:
Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes the German Federal Administrative Court's decision that cities in Germany will be allowed to ban older diesel vehicles from some areas; recognises the polluting impact that diesel cars have on the environment; acknowledges diesel emissions contain nitrogen oxides which can cause respiratory disease and is an …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 2
Labour: 1
5th March 2018
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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
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BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2018
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 2 March 2018 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 …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 4
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th February 2018
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G51 PARKING GROUP
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the G51 Parking Group on its hard fought and successful campaign against the unwanted imposition of resident parking charges in the vicinity of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital; commends the hard work, persistence and determination of the community in pursuing this issue despite the many obstacles and …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
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LAUNCH OF THE SCOTLAND DECLARATION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Scotland Declaration on Human Rights which took place on 19 February 2018 at Glasgow Women's Library; notes that 2018 marks the 70th anniversary of the proclamation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the UN General Assembly in Paris; further notes …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th February 2018
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STRATHBUNGO WINDOW WANDERLAND 2018
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates the residents of Strathbungo on holding their second annual Window Wanderland event on 24 February 2018; notes that their event was inspired by the original event in Bristol and Bishopston in 2015; appreciates the artistic efforts of residents to turn the windows of their homes and …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th February 2018
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PLASTIC FREE CAMPAIGN IN NA H-EILEANAN AN IAR
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House welcomes the campaign by Clean Coast Outer Hebrides aimed at encouraging our shores to become plastic free and encourages those using our shores to reduce their plastic usage and dumping; praises the good work they and other groups and individuals are doing across the Western Isles and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
26th February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2018
SCOTLAND'S CALCUTTA CUP WIN
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland Rugby team on an historic 25-13 Calcutta Cup victory over England that was full of flair, fight and finesse; recognises the fantastic work done by Gregor Townsend and his entire coaching staff; commends captain John Barclay and his entire pack for the huge effort …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th February 2018
KILLIECRANKIE BATTLEFIELD SITE
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House believes that the UK's historic battlefield sites should be preserved and celebrated as part of national culture; recognises the importance and significance of the battlefield site at Killiecrankie and its iconic place in Scotland's history; notes that this was the first battle of the Jacobite wars in …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Conservative: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
21st February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd February 2018
YOUNG PEOPLE'S RIGHTS AND BREXIT
Tabled by:
Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat - Orkney and Shetland)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Youth Parliament on the launch of its campaign on young people's rights, Right Here, Right Now; notes that the members of the Scottish Youth Parliament consulted with over 5,000 young people before it selected its annual campaign topic; welcomes the publication of its Rights …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 22 May 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
21st February 2018
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YOUNG START GRANT FOR PARKHEAD CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Parkhead Citizens Advice Bureau on being awarded a Young Start grant of £24,424 from the Big Lottery Fund; acknowledges that this funding will be used to train and support a team of young volunteers who will provide information and support on key issues, such as benefits, …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2018
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150TH OPEN
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House welcomes the decision by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews to stage the 150th Open at St Andrews from 11 to 18 July 2021; notes that this will be the 30th time that The Open has been played over the historic Old Course, which …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
20th February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
HARRY LOVETT SELECTION FOR GB 2019 SPECIAL OLYMPIC TEAM
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Harry Lovett on his selection to represent Team GB in the Judo Championship at the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi; notes that 7,000 athletes from across the world will compete at the World Games, including 129 athletes from Team GB; recognises that this …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 21st February 2018
ICE FACTOR GROUP AND THE CELEBRATING SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Ice Factor Group, the owner of Braehead's Snow Factory in Renfrew and Ice Factor in Kinlochleven, on being named as the Best Digital Business of the year in the Scottish section of the Federation of Small Business's (FSB) Celebrating Small Business Awards 2018; notes that …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
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YEAR OF YOUNG PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House welcomes the Year of Young People (YoYP) 2018 which aims to inspire Scotland through its young people, in celebrating their achievements, valuing their contribution to communities and creating new opportunities for them to shine locally, nationally and globally; notes YoYP 2018 activities and events are focusing on …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2018
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DEDICATION OF CARRIAGE GATES TO PC KEITH PALMER
Tabled by:
Matt Western (Labour - Warwick and Leamington)
That this House believes that the Carriage Gates should be named the Palmer Gates, to commemorate the life and professional service of PC Keith Palmer and to mark his gallantry and ultimate sacrifice in putting his life before those he courageously sought to defend; acknowledges its profound gratitude to PC …
133 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 76
Conservative: 21
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
8th February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th February 2018
HISTORIC TIES BETWEEN SCOTLAND FRANCE AND THE AULD ALLIANCE TROPHY
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House celebrates the historic and continuing ties between Scotland and France; welcomes the creation of the Auld Alliance Trophy to be awarded annually when Scotland and France meet during the Six Nations; commemorates the memories of the 31 Scottish and 22 French international rugby players killed during the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2018
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CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DAVID NELSON, GLENROTHES
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House sends its condolences following the tragic and untimely passing of David Nelson, known as Davie to his friends, a tireless campaigner for the people of Glenrothes and Auchmuty; notes Davie's courageous campaigns against social injustice from the Poll Tax in the 1980s to the so-called bedroom tax …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
1st February 2018
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HITRANS AND THE INTERREF NORTH SEA REGION PROJECT
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the ongoing work of HITRANS and the INTERREF North Sea Region Project to promote greener passenger transport and reduce CO2 emissions from remote and rural transport in the North Sea Region; and commends HITRANS on its key work in G-PaTRA to operate an electric bus, as …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st February 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 2018
KYLE MACKAY AND THE COMMUNITY OF KILTARLITY
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the outstanding work of eight-year old Kyle Mackay in his efforts to salt the pavements of his home village Kiltarlity during snow days; notes that he showed overwhelming kindness and compassion in making sure the pavements were salted so nobody would get hurt; recognises the kindness …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
31st January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th February 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
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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
25th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT FUNDING FOR THE CITIZEN'S THEATRE, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House welcomes the award of an additional £1.5 million to the Citizen's Theatre from the Scottish Government; understands that this brings the Scottish Government's contribution to the ongoing redevelopment project to £4 million; believes that this funding, along with contribution from the Heritage Lottery Fund of £4.8 million, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th January 2018
STONEWALL'S LGBT IN BRITAIN: TRANS REPORT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House notes the publication of Stonewall's LGBT in Britain: Trans Report and its findings on continued discrimination, violence and exclusion currently experienced by trans people in the UK; recognises the disproportionate volume of hate crimes because of gender identity, with two in five trans people, 41 per cent, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 7
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
23rd January 2018
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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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th January 2018
TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF CELTIC CONNECTIONS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow's annual Celtic Connections festival as it celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2018; notes that the festival, which began in 1994 based in Glasgow's Royal Concert Hall attracting around 32,000 visitors, now extends to over 300 events in 28 venues, including the SSE Hydro, and has …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2018
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INVERNESS TO AMSTERDAM AIR LINK
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes the addition of a bigger aircraft on the Inverness air link with Amsterdam due to its surging popularity; notes the increase in frequency of flights during peak months to two daily flights; recognises this as a clear indication of the growing attraction of the area for …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2018
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LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Leonard Cheshire Disability on becoming the first charity in Scotland to achieve the coveted Investors in People Platinum Award; understands that the charity also achieved Gold Standard in the Investors in Young People Good Practice Award and the Investors in Health and Wellbeing Good Practice Award; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
23rd January 2018
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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
22nd January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd January 2018
WELSH EU CONTINUITY BILL
Tabled by:
Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru - Dwyfor Meirionnydd)
That this House welcomes the National Assembly for Wales's unanimous decision on 17 January 2018 to vote in favour of Steffan Lewis AM's Member's legislative proposal to bring forward a Welsh EU Continuity Bill to protect Welsh democracy; notes with alarm that clause 11 of the EU Withdrawal Bill puts …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th January 2018
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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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
APPRENTICES IN THE HIGHLANDS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Inverness-based NES (North Electrical Services) Ltd on the news that the company will see another four new trainees join its successful apprenticeship scheme, in this, Scotland's year of young people; in doing so recognises NES's ongoing commitment to developing young people; and welcomes its planned expansion …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
LORD CORNET-ELECT, GARY WINNING
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Gary Winning on being selected as Lord Cornet-elect 2018, the traditional flag bearer of the Lanimers celebrations;·recognises Lanark as the only Royal Burgh to continue its charter condition of annual examination of March, or boundary, stones from 1140 to the present day; commends Gary on his …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
MACHEN TRUST
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the Machen Trust on securing a grant of £5,000 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Children's Worker to work in Strutherhill and Hareleeshill; acknowledges the work that this group does to encourage, enable and empower young people; and commends the …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
MILAN LUNCH AND SOCIAL CLUB
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates the Milan Lunch and Social Club on securing £2,600 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards running costs of its lunch club; acknowledges the work this group does to support 35 older people from a BAME community by holding a lunch club twice a week; celebrates …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
17th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
MR DAVID HASTINGS
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House understands that after 10 years in the position as the Chief Executive of Strathleven Regeneration C.I.C., Mr David Hastings has announced his intention to stand down in February 2018; notes that under his tenure the company has surpassed its original target of attracting £60 million of investment …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ENABLING YOUTH PROJECT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Community Volunteers Enabling Youth Project on securing £5,000 from Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Befriending Leader; acknowledges that this group recruits, trains and supports volunteer befrienders for vulnerable young people; and celebrates the work this group does to ensure that young …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th January 2018
FOREIGN STUDENTS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Tabled by:
Keith Vaz (Labour - Leicester East)
That this House recognises the contributions made by foreign students to the UK’s economy; notes the research carried out by the Higher Education Policy Institute and Kaplan International Pathways showing that international students bring £20 billion to the UK each year; further notes the role played by universities in promoting …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th January 2018
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FOOD TRAIN NORTH AYRSHIRE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply alarmed by the decision of North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership to withdraw the funding of £75,000 from the Food Train North Ayrshire initiative, forcing it to close on 31 March 2018; understands the service has been providing weekly grocery deliveries for vulnerable elderly …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th January 2018
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CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF GAVIN STAMP
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House sends its condolences following the passing of Gavin Stamp, the founding Chairman of the Alexander Thomson Society; notes Gavin founded the Society in 1991, a memorable event attended by some 400 people on the evening of 9 April 1991; further notes that the gifted historian's efforts in …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th January 2018
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AUCHRANNIE RESORT, ARRAN, EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House congratulates Auchrannie resort on the Isle of Arran for becoming the first resort of its kind in Scotland to transfer to employee ownership; recognises the fantastic work done by the managing director and chair, Linda Johnston and her late husband lain, who purchased Auchrannie in 1988 and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 15th January 2018
TACKLING LONELINESS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House acknowledges the important issue of loneliness and its wide-ranging effects; recognises that a reported 100,000 older people say that they feel lonely often or always, sometimes going an entire month without speaking to anyone; further acknowledges that loneliness can affect anyone regardless of their age or background …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 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
10th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2018
DEATH SENTENCE VERDICT IN CASE OF HAMED BIN HAYDARA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 11th January 2018
AIRLINE CHARGES FOR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Tabled by:
Kevin Brennan (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
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FUSE YOUTH CAFÉ CORRA FOUNDATION FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Fuse Youth Café in Shettleston on securing £5,000 in funding from the Corra Foundation; notes that this grant will go towards the salary of a full-time project manager to continue supporting young people up until the age of 25 including support for further education, training, employability …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
10th January 2018
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YOMO PEER EDUCATION ACCREDITATION PROJECT FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Young Movers (YoMo) on successfully securing £16,000 in New People's Postcode Lottery funding for its Glasgow's Peer Education Accreditation Project; praises YoMo's success in running programmes designed and run by young volunteers; commends YoMo on finding ways to ensure that the young people involved in those …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
10th January 2018
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ENCHANTED TREE NURSERY EARLY LEARNING AND CHILDCARE FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates the Enchanted Tree Nursery in the Broomhouse area of Glasgow East on securing funding from Glasgow City Council for Early Leaming and Childcare places; notes that that this funding will allow the nursery to offer funded places to parents of children aged three to five; commends …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
10th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th 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
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ST GEORGE'S AND ST PETER'S COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION CORRA FOUNDATION FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates St George's and St Peter's Community Association on successfully securing £10,000 of National Lottery Awards for Scotland funding, as well as a £4,900 grant from the Corra Foundation; notes that the funding will be used for maintaining weekly indoor and outdoor play sessions for children aged …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
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TICTACS NATIONAL LOTTERY AWARDS FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates TICTACS on successfully securing £10,000 of National Lottery Awards for Scotland funding in order to continue its provision of quality, affordable childcare in Glasgow East; praises TICTAC's dedication to the young people of the Shettleston area by providing after school childcare where it also promotes an …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
10th January 2018
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PROVANHALL HOUSING ASSOCIATION LOTTERY FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Provanhall Housing Association Ltd in Glasgow East on securing £10,000 of National Lottery Awards for Scotland Big Lottery funding; notes that this funding helped to fund a festive event which took place over three weekends, providing markets, entertainment and arts activities to people who visited the …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
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SHETTLESTON MEN'S SHED CORRA FOUNDATION FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Shettleston Men's Shed on being awarded a grant of £3,000 by the Corra Foundation; notes that this funding will be used towards running costs and upkeep of the Men's Shed; commends the organisation for providing workspaces, training, days out and camaraderie two days a week for …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
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PAVILION YOUTH CAFÉ CORRA FOUNDATION FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates the Pavilion Youth Café in Easterhouse on securing £3,000 in funding from the Corra Foundation; notes that this grant will go towards the salary of a part-time volunteer co-ordinator to support and develop 23 young people from Glasgow East to become peer supporters; praises the organisation …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
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LOCHEND COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL BIG LOTTERY FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Lochend Community High School in Glasgow East on securing £10,000 in National Lottery Awards for Scotland Big Lottery Funding; notes that this funding will be used to buy a range of outdoor clothing and camping equipment which will enable pupils to undertake the Duke of Edinburgh's …
10 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2018
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HELENSLEA COMMUNITY HALL CORRA FOUNDATION FUNDING
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Helenslea Community Hall Committee on being awarded a grant of £4,500 from the Corra foundation; notes that this funding will go toward the salary of a part-time child development worker along with the provision of weekly parent and toddler groups; praises the Community Hall and its …
8 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
21st December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th January 2018
TEA IN THE POT AND WOMEN'S SUPPORT SERVICES
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the Tea in the Pot Drop-in and support service based in Govan for its ongoing work to support women to become actively engaged in the community and to enable women to identify and value their skills, experiences and talents, and to feel empowered and confident to …
9 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 8
Independent: 1
10th January 2018
16 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
9th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th January 2018
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that childcare vouchers are a widely-used benefit that are popular with parents and employers alike, with more than 60,000 businesses of all sizes offering vouchers to more than 750,000 parents; further notes that, with childcare costs having risen faster than incomes in recent years, a large …
126 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 63
Scottish National Party: 34
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
8th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th January 2018
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
9th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th January 2018
16th ANNIVERSARY OF THE OPENING OF GUANTÁNAMO BAY CAMP
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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
8th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th 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
8th January 2018
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th January 2018
APPOINTMENT OF TOBY YOUNG TO THE BOARD OF THE OFFICE OF STUDENTS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House deeply regrets the appointment of Toby Young to the Board of the Office of Students; notes the seven principles of public life, including selflessness, integrity, and objectivity, known as the Nolan principles and set out in the Department for Education's application guidelines; considers the stream of sexist, …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 10
Liberal Democrat: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th December 2017
HERITAGE LOTTERY FUNDING FOR THE CITIZEN'S THEATRE, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Citizen's Theatre has been awarded £4.8 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund for its ongoing redevelopment project; understands that this award will ensure the preservation of the Citizen's Theatre's status as an outstanding example of original Victorian architecture in Glasgow, whilst adding modern facilities …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
14th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th December 2017
IMMIGRATION DETENTION OF VICTIMS OF TORTURE AND OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Joan Ryan (The Independent Group for Change - Enfield North)
That this House notes with concern the recent High Court judgment against the Government which found that the Home Office 's redefinition of torture in its flagship Adults at Risk immigration detention policy was unlawful; further notes that Mr Justice Ouseley ruled that the Home Office's decision to narrow the …
131 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Mar 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 29
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 19th 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
14th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th December 2017
DISABLED WORKERS AND PRODUCTIVITY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House warmly welcomes the Government's commitment, set out in the new employment strategy for disabled people, Improving Lives: the Future of Work, Health and Disability, to see one million more disabled people in work over the next 10 years; shares the Government's belief that the world of work …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 22
Scottish National Party: 21
Liberal Democrat: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
29th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
12th December 2017
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DENNY AND DUNIPACE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates the staff at Denny and Dunipace Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) on its 40th Anniversary on 13 December 2017; notes that Denny and Dunipace CAB provide free, confidential and independent advice to everyone in the Falkirk area who needs it; recognises the CAB's aims to ensure individuals …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2017
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THE NATIONAL MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE FOR SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes the announcement from the Scottish Government that the £65 million National Manufacturing Institute for Scotland will be based in lnchinnan in Renfrewshire; notes that the partnership between the Scottish Government, Renfrewshire Council and the University of Strathclyde will be an industry-led international centre of manufacturing expertise …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2017
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ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND RENFREW TOWN CENTRE CLOSURE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House criticises the decision of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to close its popular Renfrew town centre bank branch; notes the anger that this decision has caused among the people of Renfrew and the local businesses, particularly as this is a busy branch which has just undergone …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th December 2017
PAISLEY CULTURAL FUTURE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Coventry on being named as the UK City of Culture in 2021; recognises the fantastic and passionate campaign that the town of Paisley led as they attempted to secure this prestigious title; thanks the people of Paisley for getting behind the campaign, including the hard work …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
RECOGNITION OF JERUSALEM AS THE CAPITAL OF ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes with dismay that Donald Trump, President of the USA, has declared that the US has formally recognised Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and that the US Embassy in Israel will relocate from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; further notes that no other country currently has an …
78 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 23
Liberal Democrat: 8
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
6th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th December 2017
ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANISATIONS
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes the Department of Health consultation on Accountable Care Organisations which closed on 3 November 2017, which proposes changes to regulations required to facilitate the operation of an NHS Standard Contract (Accountable Care Models); further notes that the consultation states that the Government proposes to lay these …
158 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 114
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 13
Liberal Democrat: 6
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
CENTENARY OF FINNISH INDEPENDENCE
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
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
5th December 2017
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EPISCOPAL VISIT TO SUPPORT REFUGEES AND ASYLUM SEEKERS IN CALAIS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes the visit of Bishop William Nolan, Bishop of Galloway and President of Justice and Peace Scotland and Bishop Paul McAleenan, Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster and Lead Bishop for Asylum and Migration to Calais on 28-29 November 2017 as guests of the Maria Skobtsova Catholic Worker House; …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2017
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HIGH SCHOOL OF GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the staff and students of the High School of Glasgow on its recognition in The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2018; recognises that the school was ranked as the top Scottish independent secondary school among those following the Scottish examination system; applauds the school's dedication to furthering …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th December 2017
MODEL UNITED NATIONS IN WEST FIFE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates the UN Association Scotland on the success of the first ever Model United Nation (MUN) conference for primary schools in Scotland; applauds the effort and enthusiasm shown by the pupils who took part from Cairneyhill, Culross, McLean, Pittencrief and Townhill primary schools; thanks Lord Bruce, who …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th December 2017
CDN COLLEGE AWARDS 2017, WEST COLLEGE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates West College Scotland on winning the Innovative College Award and the Health Promoting College Award at the prestigious CDN College Awards 2017; acknowledges that the CDN College Awards recognise the talents, skills and achievements of colleges, their staff and learners, and that they showcase the impact …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2019)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th December 2017
ROCCO AWARDS 2017
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates all the award winners and nominees at the 2017 ROCCO awards ceremony; notes that the ROCCOs are the annual business awards for the Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, with 470 people attending this year's event held at the Normandy Hotel in Renfrew; recognises that this year's event …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
4th December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 5th December 2017
RBS CLOSURES IN NORTH AYRSHIRE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House condemns the decision of the Royal Bank of Scotland to close its branches in Kilbirnie, Saltcoats and Kilwinning; recognises that this follows the closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in West Kilbride, and the closure of bank branches across North Ayrshire and Arran by Clydesdale …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
4th December 2017
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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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ENERGY COSTS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House notes the variations in costs of energy bills between different regions and nations of the UK, some as large as £139; notes that the network companies responsible for those variations make £6.6 billion in profits, and with profit margins of up to 40 per cent; believes that …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 3
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th December 2017
LOCAL BANK BRANCH CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Jonathan Edwards (Independent - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr)
That this House condemns the decision of the majority state-owned RBS Group to close 259 branches, covering its RBS and NatWest brands; notes that those closures bring the total number of local bank branch closures to over 1,000 since 2015; further notes that such closures are expected to result in …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
1st December 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th December 2017
CLOSURE OF RBS AND NATWEST BANK BRANCHES
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House regrets the latest round of proposed RBS and NatWest branch closures across the UK; believes that such closures are damaging to local RBS and NatWest customers, businesses, community groups and the entire local community; and further believes that the public are entitled to expect better from a …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 24
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
20th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 1st December 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
29th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
MAID TO SAIL CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House thanks Bill Paterson, Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain for joining the campaign to restore the Maid of the Loch; understands that they have created a short film about the famous ship as part of a fundraising campaign to restore it to its former glory; notes that the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
28th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
EAST KILBRIDE'S LOAVES AND FISHES FOODBANK
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates East Kilbride's Loaves and Fishes on receiving a £10,000 National Lottery Awards for All Scotland grant from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that this organisation hosts a sit-down meal for 40 people twice a week, as well as providing essentials for those most in need; notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
28th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
MERCHANT CHIPPIE AT THE SCOTTISH ITALIAN AWARDS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Merchant Chippie in Glasgow has been named as one of two runners-up in the Best Fish and Chips category at the Scottish Italian awards; understands that this award follows the Merchant Chippie being named as one of the UK's Top 50 Best Fish and …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th November 2017
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL - UNICEF OUTRIGHT CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Ronnie Cowan (Scottish National Party - Inverclyde)
That this House congratulates Notre Dame High School, Inverclyde, on participating in the 2017 UNICEF Outright Campaign, which focuses on children's rights and specifically child refugees; notes pupils have been working through activities and worksheets, as well as watching video clips, to broaden their knowledge and understanding of child refugees …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION IN SCOTLAND'S SCHOOLS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of the Tarbolton Community Campus, South Ayrshire Council, and Scottish Futures Trust Team; extends congratulations to all three organisations on winning the Award for Innovation in Delivering a Sustainable Education Facility at the Education Buildings Scotland Awards 2017; welcomes Scotland's efforts to ensure learning …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th November 2017
GENEROUS GIFT TO GLASGOW UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises the generosity of Joan Muir for gifting a rare collection of the complete works of Robert Burns in braille to the University of Glasgow; commends Bill Nolan, the Irvine Burns Club Secretary, for his part in the decision to offer the collection in perpetuity to the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
15th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 16th November 2017
REFORM OF BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT PAYMENT
Tabled by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat - Kingston and Surbiton)
That this House notes with concern the reduction in financial support given to widowed parents with dependent children through the new Bereavement Support Payment (BSP); believes that the duration of 18 months of payments is too short to provide families with the financial support they need; recognises that the limited …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 9
Liberal Democrat: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 16th November 2017
MARRIAGE EQUALITY IN AUSTRALIA
Tabled by:
Lloyd Russell-Moyle (Labour (Co-op) - Brighton, Kemptown)
That this House welcomes the result of the Australian marriage equality survey which had a resounding result for the yes campaign with 61.6 per cent in favour; notes that the turnout for the survey was 79.5 per cent, higher than that of the 2017 general election or EU referendum turnout; …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 35
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
15th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th 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
14th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
NEWSQUEST - THE HERALD AND EVENING TIMES NEWSPAPERS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is alarmed by recent actions by Newsquest, owner of The Herald and Evening Times newspapers; is concerned by the approach to five senior members of staff offering redundancy packages; notes that in the last few weeks, the Editors of The Herald and Evening Times were told they …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 14th November 2017
2017 MÒD LOCHABER
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House celebrates the accomplishments of the Royal National Mòd 2017 and congratulates the organisers, An Comunn Gaidhealachd, on the success of the 2017 Mòd Lochaber; recognises that this year was the 125th anniversary of the very first Mòd which was held in Oban; acknowledges the record entry of …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th November 2017
IMPORTANCE OF A FREE PRESS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
"leave out 'welcomes' to end, insert, 'further notes that in July 2017 Johnston Press threatened to close 24 local newspapers across Scotland; notes at the same time there were around 12 vacancies in the three Scotsman titles creating a lot of stress and demands on journalists to work extra hours; …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
29th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th November 2017
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE CARERS NETWORK LIMITED
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates South Lanarkshire Carers Network Limited on securing £9,978 from the Big Lottery Fund's Award for All Scotland grant; acknowledges the work this group has undertaken to provide a voice for unpaid carers in South Lanarkshire; celebrates the group’s endeavours to identify unpaid carers, develop and maintain …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd November 2017
CHRIS BARTTER - TRADE UNIONIST AND FOI CAMPAIGNER
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Chris Bartter, trade unionist, librarian and freedom of information campaigner; further recognises his many achievements as a steward in Glasgow Libraries, as a Service and Conditions Officer, Chair of NALGO's Publicity Committee, lay Scottish District Secretary, and then full-time Communications officer …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 9
25th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd November 2017
INDEFINITE DETENTION
Tabled by:
Catherine West (Labour - Hornsey and Wood Green)
That this House is deeply concerned that the UK detains people indefinitely under immigration rules, is the only country in Europe without a time limit on detention and that people can be detained for months and years on end without knowing when they will be released; notes that in the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jul 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 13
Liberal Democrat: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
1st November 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
IMPACT OF TWO CHILD RESTRICTION ON FAMILIES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House recognises the damaging effects that the two-child restriction on universal credit and child tax credits is having, and will continue to have, on families across the UK; notes that the impact will be particularly acute in Northern Ireland where, according to Office for National Statistics data, the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
25th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st November 2017
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes the findings published by Leonard Cheshire Disability, as part of its Untapped Talent campaign on disability employment, that 60 per cent of young disabled people said they did not receive the right support in order to move towards employment; encourages the Government to do more to …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 29
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 4
Conservative: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
30th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 30th October 2017
SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL PLAN FOR BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Government's national plan for British Sign Language (BSL), the first of its kind anywhere in the UK; recognises the plan's ambition to make Scotland the best place in the world for deaf and deafblind BSL users to live, work and visit; notes that among …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
20th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
ENDING COSMETICS ANIMAL TESTING GLOBALLY
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is proud of the UK's leadership in ending animal testing for cosmetics; notes that the EU and several other countries have also ended this unnecessary practice; believes that it is now in the interests of animals, consumers and a fair platform for UK industry and international trade …
116 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Sep 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 28
Liberal Democrat: 10
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
12th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
INVICTUS GAMES 2017
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of the Invictus Games, the only international sporting event for injured service personnel and veterans; applauds those who competed in the Invictus Games 2017 across 11 sporting events; congratulates all competitors and medal winners from the home nations; and further recognises the ongoing spirit …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises that 10 October 2017 is World Mental Health Day as organised by the World Health Organisation; notes that mental health issues affect one in four people across the UK; further notes that adolescents may be particularly at risk of experiencing first episodes; notes that mental health …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
12th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th October 2017
THE INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY AND INCLUSION FOR DISABLED PEOPLE
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House calls on the Government to ensure closer collaboration between the Department for Work and Pensions and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Green Paper responses in the interests of achieving the Government's commitment to supporting one million disabled people into work; and urges the Government …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th 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
24th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd October 2017
SCOTTISH FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE VAT
Tabled by:
Martin Whitfield (Labour - East Lothian)
That this House notes the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) continues to be liable for VAT, which means that it has 20 per cent greater running costs than equivalent services in England and Wales; further notes that this anomaly was apparent when the SFRS was formed; recognises that the …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 19th October 2017
CHALLENGE POVERTY WEEK
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises Challenge Poverty Week 2017; congratulates the hundreds of organisations taking part in anti poverty work across Scotland; notes that real poverty exists in Scotland today but can be solved by boosting incomes and lowering costs; furthermore acknowledges that as part of this the freeze on benefits …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that on 13 October 2017 a Tunnock's teacake nicknamed Terry was launched 121,000 feet to the edge of space; understands that the launch was co-ordinated by Glasgow Science Centre to highlight exciting new developments in the field of space science; appreciates that over 33,000 people watched …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 19th October 2017
ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND'S 170TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) celebrated its 170th anniversary on 13 October 2017; understands that the RCS has trained some of the most celebrated actors and musicians in the world, including Alan Cumming, Sheena Easton, Ian McDiarmid, Robert Carlyle, Jamie Reid, Karen Cargill, Sam …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th October 2017
FUNDRAISING EFFORTS OF MELISSA ROBERTSON
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the outstanding fundraising efforts of 12 year old Melissa Robertson; recognises that she has raised over £12,000 in under two years for MND Scotland in memory of her grandmother who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone disease; notes her continued efforts to raise money for MND Scotland; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th October 2017
8TH ANNUAL INVERNESS STREET FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House celebrates the success of the 8th annual Street Festival in Inverness; commends the work of Inverness BID in organising and jointly funding this hugely successful event; notes the contribution of the Eastgate Shopping Centre in hosting and funding this event; recognises the contribution of the Common Good …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th October 2017
STEP UP FOR SAM
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the outstanding fundraising effort by the Step up for Sam campaign to raise money for Sam Douglas, a three year old born with severe developmental delays; commends the efforts of the 160 runners who took part in both the Baxter's 10K and Loch Ness marathon; notes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th October 2017
HIGHLAND HEROES AWARD
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the Scottish Provincial Press for its Highland Heroes Award scheme which aims to recognise those in the Highlands who make a real difference to communities, healthcare, education, safety and wellbeing; recognises that all those nominated are dedicated, hard-working individuals; congratulates those who have been short-listed for …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017
NOVOSOUND AND THE CONVERGE CHALLENGE AWARD
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates University of the West of Scotland (UWS) lecturer, Dr Dave Hughes, and his colleagues on their substantial achievement in receiving the prestigious Converge Challenge Award which was recently presented by First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon; notes that this was awarded due to Novosound's ground-breaking work …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th October 2017
RENFREWSHIRE SPORTS AWARDS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates all those recognised at the recent Renfrewshire Sports Awards, including Luisa Steel who won the Young Volunteer of the Year award for the voluntary work that she delivers in Barsail Primary School, including helping to deliver school health days and cycling training; notes that this ceremony …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th October 2017
STREET STUFF
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Street Stuff on securing the top accolade in the Local Matters category at the recent Convention of Scottish Local Authorities Excellence Awards ceremony in Perth; notes that this partnership between Renfrewshire Council and St Mirren Football Club performs fantastic work in tackling antisocial behaviour by providing …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
16th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th October 2017
60 YEARS OF GLASGOW CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY SCHEME
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the work of the Glasgow children's holiday scheme (GCHS) which has provided tens of thousands of disadvantaged children and family members from Glasgow with holidays since its inception in 1956; notes that each year the GCHS supports almost 500 children from Glasgow, where a third of …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
12th October 2017
77 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 4
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017
UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the UN concluded a legally-binding Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons with the object of leading to the total elimination of nuclear weapons; welcomes the fact that the treaty was adopted by 122 states with just one vote against and …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jul 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 6
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
11th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017
POPPYSCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House applauds the work of Poppyscotland, which provides life-changing support to the country's armed forces community and helps to alleviate difficulties faced after service; commends the charity's focus on veteran welfare and the continuous work toward providing funding to thousands of veterans; notes that Poppyscotland raises more than …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017
CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the City of Glasgow College on the official opening of its award-winning City Campus on Glasgow's Cathedral Street; notes that Her Royal Highness the Countess of Wessex formally opened the new campus, which is one of the largest specialist college buildings in Europe; recognises that this …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
11th October 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 11th October 2017
WORLD HIGHLAND DANCING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates Ellie Dalrymple, Scotland's juvenile champion of champions, on becoming the Juvenile World Champion of Highland Dancing and winning the Lawrie Challenge Trophy at the Cowal Highland Gathering; recognises her teacher, Fiona MacNeil, who contributed greatly to Ellie's success; notes that nearly 700 dancers from numerous countries …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th September 2017
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE FOR PARENTS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House fully understands the devastating effects on parents of losing a child; supports the idea that it is time for bereavement leave for working parents to be a statutory workplace right; recognises that it is the right thing to do so that parents can be assured of this …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
12th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
SCOTTISH BLIND GOLF SOCIETY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Blind Golf Society on receipt of funding from Cash4Clubs which it will use to invest in more golf equipment in order to further expand opportunities for local people to participate in the sport; notes that the Scottish Blind Golf Society, based in Dunfermline, is …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
JOAN HUTTON - 45 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE NHS IN GLENROTHES
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Joan Hutton of Glenrothes on her recent retirement as receptionist at Glenwood Medical Practice in Glenrothes; records its thanks on behalf of generations of patients for the dedication Joan has demonstrated during 45 years of unbroken service with the same practice; and offers its best wishes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
12th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 14th September 2017
40th ANNIVERSARY OF MARYHILL HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Maryhill Housing Association on its 40th anniversary of providing housing, sustained regeneration and support to members of the Maryhill and Ruchill communities; notes the organisation is one of the most high-profile housing associations in Glasgow and now provides over 3,000 homes to its communities; further congratulates …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
IMMIGRATION DETENTION
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House welcomes the undercover journalism that led to the harrowing and disturbing footage broadcast during the BBC Panorama programme, Undercover: Britain's Immigration Secrets, on 4 September 2017; urges G4S to fully investigate any and all incidents of abuse and mistreatment by its staff towards people detained at Brook …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Liberal Democrat: 10
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
6th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
GLASGOW JANITORS DISPUTE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates all sides involved in resolving the 20 month primary, nursery and ASL school janitors industrial dispute in Glasgow; notes that the janitors, stewards and their trade union, Unison, are to be commended on their solidarity and resolve; and further congratulates the new SNP-led council administration on …
12 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Independent: 1
6th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS AT MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT OUTLETS
Tabled by:
Daniel Zeichner (Labour - Cambridge)
That this House notes that the global food restaurant chain McDonald’s is a hugely profitable multinational corporation and a major employer in the UK; further notes that currently many of its staff are paid below the rate recommended by the Living Wage Commission as the minimum necessary to enable a …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 41
Scottish National Party: 10
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
6th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th September 2017
STREET DANCE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Dundee dance duo Ana Devine and Oliver Nisbet on becoming world champions after their recent success winning the under 8s category at the United Dance Organisation Street Dance World Championships in Glasgow; commends the duo, and all the other participants who train with the Lochee-based Addicted …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th September 2017
FLIGHT OF ROHINGYA REFUGEES FROM BURMA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with concern the increasing number of Rohingya refugees crossing from Burma into Bangladesh, with over 100,000 having fled violence, allegedly triggered by an attack by Rohingya militants on police posts, since the end of August; is very concerned about reports from many of those who have …
83 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 55
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
11th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017
QUEEN'S AWARD FOR GLASGOW CENTRAL BUSINESSES
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Clyde Space Ltd, ClinTec International Ltd and City Legacy have all been awarded Queen's Awards for Enterprise; understands that the Queen's Awards recognise outstanding achievements in businesses which operate in the fields of Innovation, International Trade, Sustainable Development and Promoting Opportunity; believes that the Awards …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017
FAIRTRADE FOOTBALLS AT THE HOMELESS WORLD CUP 2017
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Homeless World Cup tournament took place in Oslo from 29 August to 5 September 2017; understands at Bala Sports Ltd, which is based in Glasgow Central constituency, was awarded the contract to provide Fairtrade footballs for the tournament; further understands that Bala Sports Ltd …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th 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
11th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th September 2017
150 YEARS OF THE THEATRE ROYAL IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Theatre Royal in Glasgow will commemorate its 150th anniversary in 2017; understands that the Theatre Royal first opened in 1867 and, in addition to its role as the oldest active theatre in Glasgow, has served as the first television studio for STV and is …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
6th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th 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
5th September 2017
20 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017
CAFÉ SOLACE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House applauds the enthusiasm and dedication of the teams behind the innovative Café Solace projects in Ardrossan, Kilbirnie and Irvine; notes that those projects are run by volunteers in recovery, who are working hard to put something back into their communities; appreciates the efforts they are making in …
11 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 10
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 2017
ARDROSSAN CASTLE
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes that Ardrossan Castle has been officially recognised as one of Scotland's Hidden Gems, having been voted one of the top six sites in the Dig It Hidden Gems Competition, as part of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology; understands that the present ruins, parts of …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2017
INVERNESS CATHEDRAL HOLIDAY LUNCH CLUB
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House recognises the exceptional work of the Inverness Cathedral to provide local families living in deprivation with hot and cold meals during the summer holidays; notes the exceptional work of Inverness Cathedral volunteers to ensure local families have a meal every day; further recognises the vital contribution of …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2017
THIRD SECTOR AND THE ROLL-OUT OF UNIVERSAL CREDIT
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House commends the work of Citizens Advice Scotland and the 20 other charities that have been working together to highlight the horrendous experiences of those people suffering as a direct result of the universal credit roll-out; praises the ongoing work of those organisations, and the wider third sector, …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 1
5th September 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th September 2017
BOAT OF GARTEN COMMUNITY HALL
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Boat of Garten Community Hall on its 10-year anniversary; notes the important and vital work of the community centre in providing facilities and amenities for residents and visitors alike; welcomes the ongoing work of the local residents to provide a wide range of community groups …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
20th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 6th September 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
5th September 2017
13 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th September 2017
TRANSPARENCY OF DEVELOPING COUNTRY DEBTS
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House expresses concern about the alleged secret loans given by London-based banks in 2013 to Mozambican companies, with Mozambique Government guarantees, and without approval of the Mozambique parliament; notes that over 90 per cent of sub-Saharan Africa Government international bonds are owed under UK law; calls for measures …
110 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jun 2019)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 54
Scottish National Party: 27
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
19th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th July 2017
VAT REFUNDS FOR MUSEUMS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the draft Value Added Tax (Refund of Tax to Museums and Galleries) (Amendment) Order 2017 has not yet been laid before the House; understands that the draft Order was announced in the Budget on 16 March 2016, the consultation closed on 21 April 2017 and …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th July 2017
TREATY ON THE PROHIBITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that on 7 July 2017 the United Nations concluded a legally-binding Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons with the object of leading to the total elimination of nuclear weapons; welcomes the fact that the treaty was adopted by 122 states with just one vote against …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 20th July 2017
LOCH LOMOND AND TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that Scotland's first National Park Loch Lomond and Trossachs, head-quartered in Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, is celebrating its 15th birthday; further notes that the national park is 1,865 sq km and has a boundary length of 350 km and that 50 per cent of Scotland's population lives …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th July 2017
SALE OF NHS PROFESSIONALS
Tabled by:
Eleanor Smith (Labour - Wolverhampton South West)
That this House recognises the value and effectiveness of the NHS; notes the success of NHS Professionals in supplying short-term and flexible staff to NHS trusts with staffing gaps at a very low overhead cost; understands that private agencies perform the same function at a higher cost by charging expensive …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 70
Scottish National Party: 16
Liberal Democrat: 12
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
19th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 19th July 2017
30TH ANNIVERSARY OF FIFE GINGERBREAD
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Fife Gingerbread on reaching its 30th anniversary; records its appreciation of the support the charity has given to 1,548 lone parent, vulnerable and disadvantaged families in Fife in the last 12 months, and to thousands more over the last 30 years; notes that the organisation provides …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
18th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 2017
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ZERO TOLERANCE CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that 2017 marks 25 years since the launch of the Zero Tolerance campaign in Scotland; understands that the Zero Tolerance campaign was instigated by Evelyn Gillan, Campaigns Officer at Edinburgh District Council, and initially ran over a six month period in 1992 to highlight the effect …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Nov 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 4
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 1
18th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 2017
21 YEARS OF KINNING PARK COMPLEX
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes the 21st anniversary of the saving of the Kinning Park Complex; understands that a sit-in protest, which began on 3 May 1996 and lasted for 55 days and nights, saved the Kinning Park Complex (KPC) from closure by Glasgow City Council; further understands that the sit-in …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th July 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
17th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th 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
13th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 13th July 2017
LOCH LOMOND BREWERY CAMRA CHAMPION BEER OF SCOTLAND 2017
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that family-run Loch Lomond Brewery has scooped the Campaign for Real Ale's prestigious Champion Beer of Scotland award for its product Silkie Stout at the Scottish Real Ale Festival; understands that Silkie Stout is one of the brewery's original beers and won the title of Champion …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th 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
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 13th July 2017
DWP ESTATE OFFICE CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the announcement by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) of the closure of almost one in 10 jobcentres; notes that only six of the original 78 earmarked for closure have been reprieved and two which were not under threat will now close; …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 17
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th July 2017
SCOTTISH WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM AT EURO 2017
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates coach Anna Signeul, captain Gemma Fay and the rest of the Scotland Women's National Team for qualifying for the Women's Euro 2017 football tournament; notes that the tournament will be played in the Netherlands starting on 16 July 2017 with Scotland's first match being against England; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th July 2017
75TH ANNIVERSARY OF METHIL SEA CADETS UNIT
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Methil Sea Cadets Unit on celebrating 75 years of providing opportunities for thousands of young people; commends the efforts and enthusiasm of current and former staff members and volunteers in providing opportunities for fun as well as personal development for the cadets; further congratulates all those …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
11th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 11th July 2017
HELP YOURSELF GROW PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisation Fair Deal and the Help Yourself Grow project for the excellent work they do in offering fun, practical training to young people with learning disabilities; notes that this project based in Castlemilk, is in its first year and has provided training in cooking and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
5th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2017
COUNCILLOR ALISTAIR WATSON
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the life and work of Councillor Alistair Watson, trade unionist, railwayman, transport campaigner, tireless local champion for the community of Cardonald for 22 years and sends condolences to his family at this sad time; notes that Mr Watson was an exemplary councillor with a clear local …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th 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
4th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th July 2017
PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary scrutiny and accountability of trade deals to which the UK is a party; and calls on the Government to ensure the right of Parliament to set a thorough mandate to govern each trade negotiation, with a remit for the devolved …
124 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 66
Scottish National Party: 35
Liberal Democrat: 13
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
3rd July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th 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
5th July 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 5th July 2017
FORTY YEARS OF PARKHEAD HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
David Linden (Scottish National Party - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Parkhead Housing Association on its 40th anniversary; commends the leadership of Chief Executive James Strany who has led the Association with tremendous energy and vision; and looks forward to many more years of Parkhead Housing Association delivering affordable, socially rented housing in Glasgow's East End.
26 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Plaid Cymru: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd July 2017
HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH AND BRITISH SHIPBUILDING
Tabled by:
Paul Sweeney (Labour (Co-op) - Glasgow North East)
That this House offers its congratulations to the Aircraft Carrier Alliance on the successful commencement of the sea trials of the Royal Navy's future flagship, HMS Queen Elizabeth; notes that the two Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers, at 65,000 tonnes displacement and 920 feet in length, the largest and most …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 10
Scottish National Party: 4
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
29th June 2017
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ROYAL SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY SUMMER SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society on the 90th anniversary of its first summer school at the University of St Andrews; notes that this event is expected to attract dancers from 30 countries; is impressed that it will enable dancers and musicians of all ages to …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
28th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd July 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
27th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 3rd July 2017
UN NUCLEAR WEAPONS BAN TREATY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is very concerned that no state which currently possesses nuclear weapons particpated in the renewed UN discussions on a Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty, which will conclude in July 2017; believes that this is the most significant legislative move for nuclear disarmament for some time; understands that the …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th June 2017
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MILITARY ACTION IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House must give its approval through a parliamentary vote before the Government orders any military action in Syria outwith the very specific conditions set out in the motion agreed on 2 December 2015.
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
28th June 2017
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CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND AND SCAM AWARENESS MONTH
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises Scam Awareness Month, which runs from 1 to 31 July 2017; commends the work of Citizens Advice Scotland for raising the profile of this issue and providing expert guidance to people in learning how to identify and avoid becoming victims of scam activity; understands that it …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
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GLASGOW 44TH SCOUT HALL
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is deeply concerned by reports that the 44th Glasgow Scout Hall in the Kelvindale area of the city is under threat; recognises that the scout hall on this land was first founded in the 1950s, with a new premises being built by the Scout Association in 1994 …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 29th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 29th 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
28th June 2017
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CHARITABLE WORKS FOR MILITARY VETERANS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises Strathaven man David McAllistair on being awarded a MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List; further recognises the significant impact he has made to help the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA); congratulates the work of the Lanarkshire branch of SSAFA and notes that Mr …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
28th June 2017
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PRESIDENT'S EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR MANUFACTURING BY SCOTTISH ENGINEERING
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates the East Kilbride Branch of EDF Energy for winning the President's Award for Manufacturing Excellence at the Annual Awards of Scottish Engineering; recognises the significance of winning the award and applauds the staff based in East Kilbride; commends EDF's achievement in generating low carbon electricity to …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
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SOUTHSIDE FRINGE - BEST SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 2017
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Southside Fringe for winning Best Scottish Festival at the Scottish Hospitality Awards 2017; notes that the festival offers quality opportunities for acts, performers and musicians; recognises that it is the biggest community organised event in Glasgow; understands that the first full Southside Fringe was set …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th June 2017
16 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 28th June 2017
SINE MACVICAR 2017 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Sine McVicar, the retiring Head Teacher of Dunbeg Primary School near Oban, on winning the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2017 Scottish Education Awards as well as the UK-wide TES Awards; acknowledges her remarkable accomplishment in having served the community of Dunbeg as a teacher in …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2017
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30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ERASMUS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
26th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th 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
26th June 2017
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SUCCESS OF DENIS LAW TRUST'S STREETSPORT INITIATIVE
Tabled by:
Kirsty Blackman (Scottish National Party - Aberdeen North)
That this House congratulates the Denis Law Trust's Streetsport Initiative on its continued success in reducing instances of youth crime and anti-social behaviour while helping develop the employability and aspirations of young people in Aberdeen; notes that there were over 12,500 young people participating throughout Aberdeen in 2016; further notes …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
26th June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017
TES SCHOOL AWARD TO LARBERT HIGH SCHOOL
Tabled by:
John McNally (Scottish National Party - Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Falkirk constituency's Larbert High School on its very well deserved first place award for Science, Technology and Engineering Team of the Year 2017, awarded as part of the Tes School Award; commends Larbert High's focused approach to science, technology, engineering and mathematics subjects which empowers pupils …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
22nd June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF PITTEUCHAR WEST PRIMARY SCHOOL, GLENROTHES
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates Pitteuchar West Primary School, Glenrothes, on celebrating 40 years of high quality education to generations of young people; commends the dedication of current and former staff members and of everyone else who has contributed to its success; further commends everyone who contributed to the successful open …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 27th June 2017
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF GLENROTHES
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House congratulates the Rotary Club of Glenrothes on its 60th anniversary of service to the community; commends all Rotarians past and present who have given so generously of their time in support of good causes at home and abroad; welcomes in particular the success of Rotarians around the …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th June 2017
CUSTOMS UNION MEMBERSHIP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House notes the benefits of UK membership of the EU Customs Union which removes costly and time-consuming customs processes and red tape for trade with other EU member states, allows the operation of a soft Northern Ireland-Republic of Ireland border that would be in jeopardy were the UK …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Oct 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 36
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 9
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
21st June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd June 2017
MERKINCH COMMUNITY CENTRE BOOK LAUNCH
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates the Merkinch Community Centre in Inverness on its successful book launch celebrating 40 years of working with and for local people and, most importantly run by local people; notes the important and vital work of the community centre and its champions in the Merkinch area; welcomes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd June 2017
BO'NESS ACADEMY AND TESCO TACKLING FOOD WASTE
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House commends Bo'ness Academy on its community cafe project, which is supported by the local Tesco store and the food redistribution charity, FareShare; understands that Tesco, as part of its Community Food Connection programme, supplies surplus food, which otherwise may be wasted, to Bo'ness Academy, which uses the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd 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
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ONGOING IMPRISONMENT OF RAIF BADAWI
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the unjust arrest of Raif Badawi on 17 June 2014 and his subsequent imprisonment in Saudi Arabia for championing free speech and freedom of expression; notes that he is now beginning his 5th year of a 10-year prison sentence; further notes that Mr Badawi is also …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2018)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
21st June 2017
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YOUNG POET WINS OPPORTUNITY TO MEET PRESIDENT OBAMA
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Mila Stricevic, a pupil at Hyndland Secondary School in Glasgow, on her success in a writing competition to meet former US President Barack Obama at the Hunter Foundation's charity dinner in May 2017; notes the strong message of inclusion and tolerance in Mila's winning poem, If …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st June 2017
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200TH ANNIVERSARY OF GLASGOW BOTANIC GARDENS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Glasgow's Botanic Gardens on celebrating its 200th anniversary; understands that the Botanic Gardens was established in 1817 by the Royal Botanical Institution of Glasgow, founded by Thomas Hopkirk, in the Sandyford area of the city before moving to its present site on the banks of the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
21st June 2017
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60TH ANNIVERSARY OF COMPUTING IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow on celebrating its 60th anniversary of computing; recognises that the University of Glasgow became the first university in Scotland to acquire an electronic computer in 1957; acknowledges the history of the university's machine, a Digital Electronic Universal Computing Engine, which was initiated …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th April 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
SUCCESS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the University of St Andrews on its continued success in higher education league tables; notes that St Andrews was recently ranked first in Scotland and third in the UK by the Complete University Guide; further notes that this marks a rise in two places from 2016 …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Independent: 1
26th April 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th April 2017
10 YEARS OF SNP GOVERNMENT
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the 10th anniversary of the SNP forming its first Scottish Government, led by Alex Salmond, following its victory in the Scottish Parliament elections held on 4 May 2007; further notes this first SNP administration established the Scottish Government out of the existing Scottish Executive and gave …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Independent: 1
20th April 2017
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CROFTFOOT BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the President, committee and members of Croftfoot Bowling Club; notes that the club was founded in 1954 and has provided the community of Croftfoot with outstanding sports and social facilities for over 60 years; further notes that it has hosted thousands of matches with teams from …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th April 2017
32 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
19th April 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th April 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY (S. I., 2017, No. 376)
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) Amendment Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 376), dated 13 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be revoked.
33 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
7th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th April 2017
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
18th April 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 19th April 2017
DUNDEE TO HOST INTERNATIONAL MARTIAL ARTS COMPETITION
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the fact that the 7th World Union of Karate Federations World Karate Championships for All Ages will be held at Dundee Ice Arena from 12 to 17 June 2018, bringing more than 4,000 top athletes, supporters, coaches and officials from across the world; congratulates Dundee-based Kanzen …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th April 2017
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
14th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 18th April 2017
LEYTON ORIENT FC
Tabled by:
John 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
29th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
VOICEBOX JOKE COMPETITION
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House recognises the importance of communication skills and confidence-building in improving the life chances, self esteem and opportunities for young people; understands the value of joke-telling in enhancing these attributes; applauds the work of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and the Communication Trust in harnessing …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th March 2017
23 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
29th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 30th March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Social Security (Restrictions on Amounts for Children and Qualifying Young Persons) Amendment Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 376), dated 13 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be annulled.
43 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
29th March 2017
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BICENTENARY OF ALEXANDER GREEK THOMSON
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 2017 marks the bicentenary of the birth of Alexander Greek Thomson, one of the great architects of international stature produced by Victorian Glasgow; further notes that Mr Thomson was extremely successful with a large clientele for medium-sized villas and terraces of cottages in Pollokshields, Shawlands, …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th March 2017
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GLASGOW JANITOR INDUSTRIAL ACTION DISPUTE WITH CORDIA LLP
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the lack of resolution of the long-running 60 week industrial action undertaken by primary school and nursery janitors employed by Cordia LLP, an arms-length external organisation owned by Glasgow City Council, over working context and demands payments; further notes that far from seeking to resolve the …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
28th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th March 2017
IC CHANGE AND SHEILA MCKECHNIE AWARD FOR GENDER EQUALITY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Robyn Boosey, Becca Bunce and Rachel Nye from IC Change for winning the Sheila McKechnie Campaigner Award for Gender Equality; understands that those awards celebrate the best campaigns and campaigners across the UK; notes that the award for gender equality recognises people and groups campaigning, either …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th 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
23rd March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 24th March 2017
TRANSITIONING FROM ESA TO JSA
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends the People's Assembly Fife on its report on transition from ESA to JSA; understands that volunteers from the People's Assembly Fife undertook a project over the course of 2016 aimed at advising people who faced benefit sanctions and that this involved speaking to claimants at Kirkcaldy …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th March 2017
SPARTANS COMMUNITY FOOTBALL ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates Spartans Community Football Academy in North Edinburgh on winning the Innovative Youth Work Award at the National Youth Worker of the Year Awards 2017; notes that the dedicated team at Spartans successfully use football to develop skills, build confidence, improve health and inspire young people of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th March 2017
WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House celebrates World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March 2017; recognises the unique, joyful contribution people with Down Syndrome bring to our families and our communities; and welcomes the support of organisations, such as Down Syndrome Scotland, in providing help, encouragement and advice to families and schools to …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
21st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd 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
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
20th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd March 2017
FRIENDS OF KELVINDALE RAILWAY STATION AND KELVINDALE ART
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Friends of Kelvindale Railway Station and Kelvindale Art for its inspiring plan to transform Kelvindale train station into a vibrant open air art gallery, wildflower and butterfly garden; commends their pioneering vision to open the first open-air railway art gallery of its kind in Scotland; notes …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd March 2017
WORLD SCOTCH PIE CHAMPION 2017
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Brownings the Bakers of Kilmarnock on becoming the World Scotch Pie Champion of 2017; notes that Brownings the Bakers started in 1945 as a local family business in Kilmarnock and has grown into a well-known brand recognised for quality and their excellent Kilmarnock Pie; further notes …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
20th March 2017
59 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
16th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017
PARTICK THISTLE AMPUTEE FOOTBALL TEAM
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House wishes Partick Thistle Amputees, Scotland's only amputee football team, the best of luck as it gets set to take on other teams in the fifth round of the Great Britain Amputee Football League; notes that awareness around amputee football has rocketed in Scotland since Dundee United fan, …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th March 2017
SCOTTISH APPRENTICESHIP WEEK 2017
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes that 6 to 10 March 2017 was Scottish Apprenticeship week; understands that the aim of the week is to celebrate the benefits that apprenticeships bring to individuals, businesses and the economy; highlights the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Women in Construction Event at the National Construction …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 16th March 2017
TAX CREDITS
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Child Tax Credit (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 387), dated 14 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 15 March, be annulled.
105 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 48
Labour: 39
Democratic Unionist Party: 8
Independent: 7
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 16th March 2017
FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DAILY MILE
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House recognises the five year anniversary of the Daily Mile, which promotes regular exercise for children at school, supporting research that has shown that exercise can increase academic performance by up to 25 per cent, as well as improving fitness and wellbeing; notes that this successful innovation was …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 15th March 2017
RUTHERGLEN LAWN TENNIS CLUB, TENNIS SCOTLAND'S CLUB OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Rutherglen Lawn Tennis Club for a tremendous start to 2017; notes that at this year's prestigious Tennis Scotland Awards, Rutherglen Lawn Tennis Club won club of the year, whilst its head coach Jonny Wilcox won Coach of the Year; further notes that through its Return to …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
14th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th March 2017
DWP ESTATES OFFICE CLOSURES
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned at the impact of plans recently announced by the Department for Work and Pensions for widespread office closures; believes that the closure of one in 10 jobcentres will create difficulties for many isolated and vulnerable people in accessing services; notes with concern the uncertainties …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
14th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th March 2017
ISABELLE KERR, WOMAN OF INSPIRATION
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Isabelle Kerr, Manager of Glasgow Rape Crisis Centre, on being named Woman of Inspiration in the 2017 honours list by the Association of Scottish Businesswomen; notes the award has been granted in recognition of Isabelle's contribution to business and the wider community; applauds, in particular, …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
13th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
MISHWAR AMAL - JOURNEYS OF HOPE FOR SYRIAN REFUGEES
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the efforts of Mishwar Amal, Journeys of Hope, which provides relief and support for communities in refugee camps located in the Akkar region of Lebanon, where nearly half the population consists of Syrian refugees; notes that the organisation, founded in May 2016 by Anthony Collins, originally …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th March 2017
TRIGGERING ARTICLE 50
Tabled by:
Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House notes that the Prime Minister is preparing to trigger Article 50 before anyone knows, even in rough terms, the outcome of the negotiations on EU withdrawal; and further notes that Dominic Cummings, director of the Vote Leave campaign wrote in January 2016, that no one in their …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM 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
9th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th March 2017
TEDDINGTON TRUST
Tabled by:
Stuart Blair Donaldson (Scottish National Party - West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine)
That this House supports the work of Teddington Trust; commends it for raising awareness of Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP); acknowledges that XP is a very rare genetic condition characterised by an extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) radiation which affects fewer than 100 patients in the UK and equally low numbers around …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 8th March 2017
FAIRTRADE IN CUPAR
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House marks the 10th anniversary of Cupar, Fife, as a Fairtrade Town; notes that Cupar Fairtrade Group has worked to promote and raise awareness of the Fairtrade campaign by encouraging the sale of products which support Fairtrade, organising activities each year to involve people of all ages for …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2017
10 YEARS OF LENTFEST IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes that 2017 marks the 10th annual Lentfest festival, organised by the Archdiocese of Glasgow Arts Programme (AGAP); further notes that Lentfest events aim to encourage reflection on faith ideas through the creative and performing arts during the Lenten season of renewal and reparation; congratulates the festival …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
7th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th March 2017
SCOTLAND AS A FAIR TRADE NATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes Scotland being assessed again as a Fair Trade Nation; recognises the hard work and commitment of Fair Trade campaigners across Scotland in achieving that success; congratulates the Scottish Fair Trade Forum on leading and coordinating the campaign to maintain and develop Scotland's commitment as a Fair …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
125 YEARS OF MORISON MEMORIAL UNITED REFORMED CHURCH
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that the Morison Memorial United Reformed Church in Clydebank will mark its 125th year of bringing the teachings of God to the community of Clydebank; further notes that it was the first Congregational Church established in the town and served the community through two world wars, …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th March 2017
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Universal Credit (Housing Costs Element for claimants aged 18 to 21) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 (S.I., 2017, No. 252), dated 2 March 2017, a copy of which was laid before this House on 3 March, be annulled.
86 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 26
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd March 2017
DEPORTATION OF IRENE CLENNELL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the deportation of Irene Clennell, who has been married to a British man for 27 years and has two British sons and a granddaughter, to Singapore, due to her spending periods of time in Singapore caring for her elderly parents and invalidating her residential status; notes …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd 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
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd March 2017
DUNDEE STREET MISSIONARY 'MA' SARAH JANE GALL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates a plaque being erected on Friday 3 March 2017 at 52 West Port, Dundee, in memory of well-known Dundee street missionary, 'Ma' Sarah Jane Gall; and notes that Sarah Jane, who was blind from her youth and often played her organ outside at the foot of …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd March 2017
GALGAEL TRUST
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House recognises the 20th Anniversary of the founding of an inspiring and life-changing community project based in Govan, the GalGael Trust, founded by the late Colin McLeod whose vision for the project is still upheld today; notes that this groundbreaking boat-building and woodcraft workshop upholds the proud Glaswegian …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 2nd March 2017
MOST DESIRABLE PLACE TO LIVE IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the news that a recent study for Royal Mail identified the village of Neilston in East Renfrewshire as the most desirable place to live in Scotland; notes that the communities of Eaglesham, Giffnock and Newton Mearns, also in East Renfrewshire, featured in the study's top 10 …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st March 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st March 2017
BIG YELLOW FRIDAY 2017
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this notes that 3 March 2017 is Big Yellow Friday, and congratulates the Children's Liver Disease Foundation on its work in raising awareness, promoting research and providing information and support for those affected by a life-threatening liver disease; further notes with concern there are over 100 different liver diseases …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 7
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st March 2017
DUNDEE UNITED UEFA CUP RUN 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the 30th anniversary of Dundee United's famous UEFA cup run that took the club all the way to the final defeating Barcelona and Borussia Monchengladbach on the way; notes that historic run was only brought to an end at a European final staged in the City …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th February 2017
SIEMENS RAIL AUTOMATION EXPANSION - GLASGOW EAST
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House welcomes the expansion of Siemens Rail Automation in Glasgow East where a new depot has just opened; notes that Siemens has previously provided the signalling control systems for the Airdrie to Bathgate and Borders reinstatements; further notes that currently in Glasgow there are approximately 150 employees, including …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
23rd February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th February 2017
MILITARY ACTIONS IN XERABÊ BAVA (KORUKOY) IN SOUTH EASTERN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House condemns the Turkish Military curfew and absolute lockdown on the majority Kurdish village of Xerabê Bava, Korukoy, in South Eastern Turkey; records grave concerns about reports of executions in direct contravention of domestic and International Law; expresses substantial worry about allegations of sexual abuse, torture and the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th February 2017
ROSS KEMP'S DOCUMENTARY ON LIBYAN MIGRANTS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Ross Kemp, producer Jamie Welham and director Marta Shaw on their outstanding documentary, Libya's Migrant Hell, a film that exposes the harrowing reality of the journey made by hundreds of thousands of people from sub-Saharan Africa as they try to make their way to Europe via …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 24th February 2017
MAGNUS MACFARLANE-BARROW AND MARY'S MEALS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow, the founder of Mary's Meals, on receiving the 2017 Westminster Award for Human Life, Human Rights and Human Dignity; recognises his and his team's outstanding contribution to alleviating child hunger and improving the life chances for children in 12 of the poorest countries across …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
BUSINESS RATES ACROSS THE UK
Tabled by:
Stewart Hosie (Scottish National Party - Dundee East)
That this House shares the concerns expressed by the CBI, the British Retail Consortium, the Federation of Small Businesses and others on the Government's lack of action to mitigate the impact of rising business rates in England; notes with concern that the revaluation of businesses in the hospitality sector in …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 3
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
21st February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
HUMAN RIGHTS IN TURKEY
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House remains gravely concerned at the continuing human rights abuses in Turkey following the Government’s agreement to sell fighter jets to Turkey in January 2017; urges the Turkish Government to end the internment of political opponents many of whom had condemned the coup attempt; is deeply concerned by …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
21st February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
200TH ANNIVERSARY OF SCOTSCRAIG GOLF CLUB
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House marks the 200th anniversary of Scotscraig Golf Club, the world's 13th oldest golf club; notes that this significant milestone will be marked with a series of festivities ranging from special tournaments and open days to Grand Matches and opportunities to play the Open championship-qualifying heathland and links …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
OPENING OF THE NEW PITLOCHRY VISITOR CENTRE
Tabled by:
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party - Perth and North Perthshire)
That this House celebrates the opening of the new Pitlochry Visitor Centre in Perthshire, a purpose-built facility perched on the banks of the River Tummel which houses an exhibition documenting the unique history of hydro electricity and which showcases the social, environmental and engineering impacts of bringing power to the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 1
20th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 22nd February 2017
EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION SACKED STAFF
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes with great concern the decision of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to sack 10 staff members on 9 February 2017 via email and with only one day's notice; further notes that seven of those who were sacked are of black and minority ethnic (BME) …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 19
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017
OFCOM AND MOBILE SPECTRUM
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House notes that Ofcom will consult on the rules by which the forthcoming mobile spectrum auctions will be conducted; further notes that ensuring a fair distribution of spectrum will be a crucial determinant of the competitive health and consumer choice in the UK's mobile market; notes that the …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th February 2017
SALE OF STUDENT LOANS
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House expresses grave concern at the proposed sale of student loans; is further concerned that any privatisation will not be beneficial for taxpayers; expresses concern that it may have serious consequences as the UK market has little experience of buying debt with an uncertain maturity date; notes that …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 14
Independent: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd February 2017
PURPLE FRIDAY 2017
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Youth Scotland initiative, Purple Friday; recognises that Purple Friday will be held on 24 February 2017, the last Friday of LGBT History Month; acknowledges Purple Friday as a day to stand up against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia, and to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd 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
31st January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 2nd February 2017
CLYDE REVOLT 1919 - COMMEMORATION
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st February 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 1st 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
8th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 1st February 2017
BASIC INCOME
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the growing crisis of low pay and precarity in a labour market increasingly characterised by casualised forms of employment, such as zero-hours contracts that offer little in the way of pay, predictable hours or long-term security; further notes the evident inability of our bureaucratic and costly …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
52 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
VISIT TO PARLIAMENT BY PRESIDENT TRUMP
Tabled by:
Stephen Doughty (Labour (Co-op) - Cardiff South and Penarth)
That this House deplores recent actions taken by US President Donald J Trump, including his Executive Order on Immigration and Refugees, and notably his comments on torture and women; notes the historical significance and honour that comes with an invitation to address both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall or …
206 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 135
Scottish National Party: 49
Independent: 11
Liberal Democrat: 7
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
26th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 30th January 2017
LETTORI IN ITALIAN UNIVERSITIES
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House notes the ongoing concerns about disparity in employment rights of UK citizens and other non-Italian nationals who work as lettori in Italian universities; recognises that six rulings in the Court of Justice of the European Union found Italy to be discriminating against non-Italian lecturers with regards to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
26th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 27th January 2017
DUNDEE INTERNATIONAL GAMES DESIGN STUDIO
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House supports plans being drawn up to build a major new international games design studio in the heart of Dundee's £1 billion Waterfront development, which would combine digital facilities with on-site accommodation to provide games designers with a fully immersive live-in experience; and notes that the studio, which …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 27th 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
24th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th January 2017
AIRDRIE SAVINGS BANK
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House notes with concern the closure of Airdrie Savings Bank (ASB); understands that ASB was the last survivor of the UK’s independent savings banks and acknowledges the work done to support local community groups and initiatives; recognises that the people who ran ASB, many of them on a …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th January 2017
TRIDENT MISSILE TEST
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is concerned by media reports that a Trident II D5 missile malfunctioned during a test-firing in June 2016, heading towards the US rather than proceeding to its original target off the west coast of Africa; notes that the missiles, which are leased by the UK from the …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 30 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Labour: 19
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
17th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 17th January 2017
REOPENING OF GOVANHILL BATHS TEACHING POOL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the teaching pool in Govanhill Baths in Glasgow Central constituency has reopened after 16 years of campaigning by Govanhill Baths Trust; understands that the reopening of the teaching pool enables swimming lessons to be held in the baths for babies and children up to the …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 16th January 2017
CROWN POST OFFICE CLOSURE AND FRANCHISE PROGRAMME
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the announcement of 10 January 2017 that the Post Office is planning to close and franchise 37 flagship Crown branches, including the Dundee Crown Post Office in Dundee constituency; notes that those cuts follow announcements in 2016 to close and franchise 62 Crown offices; further notes …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
11th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th January 2017
STREET LEAGUE - YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY AWARD
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That the House congratulates Street League on winning the Youth Employability Award at 2016's SURF Awards; understands that Street League, which is the UK's leading programme that uses the power of sport to tackle youth unemployment, exists to end youth unemployment in the UK through their sport and employability programme …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 16th January 2017
PARLIAMENTARY SCRUTINY OF TRADE DEALS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House is concerned that UK international investment policy has not kept pace with commitments on human rights, the environment and international development, most especially that the formulation of existing Bilateral Investment Treaties may prevent partner countries from implementing policies to further progress in those areas, and that the …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 52
Labour: 47
Independent: 8
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Crossbench: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
10th January 2017
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 10th January 2017
GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE AWARD NOMINATION
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House notes that Glasgow Kelvin College has been shortlisted for the 2017 TES Awards for Further Education in the prized UK College of the Year category; recognises that the college operates in some of Scotland's most deprived communities and continually strives to ensure access and progression for learners; …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
20th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 20th December 2016
GOVAN COMMUNITY TOY BANK
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House commends the work of the Govan Community Toy Bank, a voluntary community initiative led by community volunteers in Govan, this year with the support of The Riverside Hall; notes that the Toy Bank was organised to help the poorest and most vulnerable children receive toys at Christmas; …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
7th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 2016
CHILDREN'S FUNERAL COSTS
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - 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
10th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 20th December 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
19th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 19th December 2016
MARYHILL MOBILE CHILDREN'S SERVICES
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Maryhill Mobile Children's Services, based in the Maryhill area of Glasgow North, on its 30 year anniversary in 2016; recognises the high standard of childcare and range of services that it provides to the people of Maryhill and surrounding areas, including the Mobile Creche, the Respite …
16 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 16th December 2016
GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the staff and students of Glasgow Kelvin College for becoming the first college in Scotland to achieve White Ribbon status; notes that 510 people have pledged their opposition to violence against women by taking the White Ribbon Scotland pledge; further notes that the pledge asks men …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Friday 16th December 2016
GAMBIA
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House is alarmed by the post-election situation in the Gambia and the refusal of former President Yahya Jammeh to respect the democratic will of the people; notes that former President Jammeh initially indicated acceptance of the election's outcome before changing his position and questioning the validity of the …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th December 2016
PLANNED CLOSURE OF JOB CENTRES IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House is concerned at the planned office closures of jobcentres in Glasgow; is further concerned that the proposals would see eight of the 16 jobcentre offices across Glasgow close, affecting some 68,000 people in receipt of jobseeker's allowance, employment and support allowance and universal credit; believes that this …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 15th December 2016
120 YEARS OF GLASGOW SUBWAY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House celebrates the 120th birthday of the Glasgow subway; notes that it is the third oldest underground in the world, opening on 14 December 1896, appreciates that the Glasgow subway is currently undergoing a significant upgrade, with improved stations, infrastructure and trains; recognises the calls to expand the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
8th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2016
MEDALLION OF EXCELLENCE
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Betsy Crosby on winning a Medallion of Excellence at EuroSkills Gothenburg 2016; and further congratulates Ms Crosby on being the only female to compete in her category of Mechanical Engineering Design CAD, on being a fantastic local and UK-wide role model for women in STEM subjects …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
7th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2016
HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN YEMEN
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House expresses its concern that the humanitarian crisis in Yemen is worsening; notes the Oxfam report which states that Yemen is a few months away from running out of food, which builds on the UN report stating that around half the population are food insecure; is alarmed that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2016
NEW COLLEGE, LANARKSHIRE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates New College Lanarkshire on winning 12 awards at the national skills competition, WorldSkills UK 2016, including four gold, two silver, and four bronze medals, and two highly commended awards across eight different skills resulting in the college winning the 'Best in UK' accolade for the third …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th December 2016
BONNYRIGG ROSE FC SCOTTISH CUP SUCCESS
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Bonnyrigg Rose Athletic Football Club, known as the Rosey Posy, on its Scottish Cup success against Dumbarton on 6 December 2016; notes that the winning goal from Adam Nelson in the 86th minute proved decisive in the 0-1 replay victory; and wishes manager Robbie Horn and …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 5th 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
1st December 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th December 2016
ROUKEN GLEN PARK
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Rouken Glen Park on being awarded the title of UK's Best Park in the Fields in Trust Awards 2016; understands that over 200 locations were nominated for the award; applauds the tireless work and enthusiasm of those who work so hard to keep Rouken Glen so …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th 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
24th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 1st December 2016
PUBLIC SERVICE PENSIONS
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Local Government Pension Scheme (Management and Investment of Funds) Regulations 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 946), dated 21 September 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 23 September 2016, be annulled.
130 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 90
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 10
Liberal Democrat: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
30th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 30th November 2016
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL ICT PRIVATISATION INDUSTRIAL ACTION
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the official industrial action being undertaken by Unison members employed by Glasgow City Council against proposals to privatise information technology and support services; further notes with alarm that Glasgow City Council is currently recruiting agency workers to undertake work duties of those striking workers; notes comments …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
29th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 29th November 2016
GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY ADVANCED HIGHER HUB
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the ground-breaking work of Glasgow Caledonian University's Advanced Higher Hub, which widens access to education for school pupils across Glasgow by offering Advanced Highers to pupils in schools where those qualifications are not currently available; congratulates the Hub on the outstanding pass rate of 91 per …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
28th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 29th 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
23rd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
278 NETHERLEE BOYS' BRIGADE
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends all volunteers in youth organisations who give freely of their time to provide the best start in life for so many young people; records, in particular, its thanks to the many volunteers who have helped sustain the 278 Netherlee Boys' Brigade throughout the 80 years since …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
23rd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
FUNDING FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE TO DEVELOP MALE CONTRACEPTION
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates the University of Dundee on receiving a $100,000 Grand Challenges Explorations grant, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, to help develop contraceptive drugs for men; and notes that to receive this funding the team, led by professors at the university and other Grand Challenges …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
23rd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 24th November 2016
TELECOM INDUSTRY BUSINESS RATES
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House believes that the proposed increase of 324 per cent on business rates on network assets in the communications industry is detrimental to the UK's position as a leading digital nation and will result in higher prices to internet users at home and in business; further believes that …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd November 2016
WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENT ENVIRONMENTS AND THE DOMESTIC ABUSE PROJECT
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House commends the organisation Women Against Violent Environments and the Domestic Abuse Project for the excellent work they do in supporting women and children dealing with and fleeing domestic violence; notes that these services, based in Castlemilk, have provided drop-in services, training, arts and crafts work and counselling …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2016
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 1
16th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st November 2016
SALE OF PUBLIC ASSETS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the Government appears rightly ambivalent about selling off profitable national assets, no final decisions having been made on privatising the Land Registry and Channel 4, while plans are at an early stage for selling off the public stake in National Air Traffic Services (NATS) and …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 43
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 8
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
17th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 17th November 2016
35TH ANNIVERSARY OF MARYHILL AND POSSILPARK CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAUX
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Maryhill and Possilpark Citizens Advice Bureaux on its 35th anniversary; acknowledges the enormous contribution that it has made to the local community in that time, including responding to 16,711 enquiries and securing £4.6 million of financial gains for clients in 2015; considers that the service represents …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
16th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
ARGYLL TALKING NEWSPAPERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Argyll Talking Newspapers, the Ardrishaig-based charity which in 2016 is celebrating its 30th anniversary of reading and recording local news for blind and visually impaired people in Argyll and Bute and across the highlands and islands of Scotland; notes that since 1986 tens of thousands of …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
16th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST. ANDREW'S PARISH, ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House congratulates Fr Michael Hutson and all the parishioners, past and present, of St Andrew's Church, Rothesay on the Isle of Bute on the occasion of the parish's sesquicentennial celebration, 150 years of the island's Roman Catholic community being officially recognised as a parish on Bute; acknowledges that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
SCOTTISH RUGBY LEAGUE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates coach Steve McCormack, captain Danny Brough and the rest of the Scotland rugby league team on a thrilling 18-all draw against New Zealand, the world's number one ranked side, in their final group game of the Four Nations; notes that this is the first time that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
15th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th November 2016
ANTI-BULLYING WEEK 2016
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House notes Anti-Bullying Week which takes place from 14 to 18 November 2016; acknowledges that this week is used to shine a spotlight on bullying and encourages all children, teachers and parents to take action against bullying throughout the year; expresses deep concern that the NSPCC states that …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
8th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th November 2016
ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House notes the success of Scotland's Andy Murray in achieving the hard-won place as the men's number one ranked player in the world for tennis singles; celebrates the prestige and honour that Andy Murray has brought to his community, Scotland and the UK by representing everyone in the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th November 2016
WORLD NUMBER ONE MEN'S SINGLES TENNIS PLAYER ANDY MURRAY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates and celebrates Andy Murray becoming the world's number one ranked men's singles tennis player; notes the success he has achieved this year in winning both the Wimbledon Championships and the Olympic Gold Medal, both for the second time; considers Andy a superb ambassador for his sport …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 14th November 2016
EAST KILBRIDE FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates East Kilbride Football Club on its historic 27th successive win; notes that this surpasses Ajax's world record of 26 successive wins; wishes it all the best in its upcoming games; further congratulates the efforts of the manager Martin Lauchlan and all the players who have achieved …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th November 2016
POSITIVE ABOUT YOUTH AWARDS 2016
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the winners and all of those who were nominated at the 2016 Positive About Youth Awards organised by Renfrewshire Youth Voice; recognises that this award ceremony celebrates the excellent work and achievements of young people in Renfrewshire; notes that this was the sixth annual awards ceremony …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th November 2016
FUTURE OF THE POST OFFICE
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House is extremely concerned about announcements made by the Post Office in 2016 which will mean the closure of more than 60 of its flagship branches, the loss of around 2,000 jobs and the closure of its defined benefit pension scheme; notes that these are the latest in …
103 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 33
Independent: 6
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
26th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th November 2016
CLYDESDALE BANK REFINANCING PRACTICES
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the June 2012 findings of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that there were serious failings in the sale of interest rate hedging products to some small and medium-sized businesses by Clydesdale Bank; further notes the earlier critical findings of the Treasury Select Committee that the voluntary …
80 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 50
Labour: 13
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 5
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd November 2016
STANDING ROCK SIOUX RESERVATION AND THE NORTH DAKOTA PIPELINE
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the profound issues faced by the First Nations of the United States since European settlement; further recognises that members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe see the pipeline as a major environmental and cultural threat to the First Nations of the Americas; understands that historical and …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st November 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st November 2016
85TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOWHILL COLLIERY DISASTER
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that 31 October 2016 marks the 85th anniversary of an explosion which killed 10 miners at Bowhill Colliery in Fife; commends the pupils from Cardenden, Dened and St Ninian's Primary Schools and all those attending a special service of remembrance in honour of the victims; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Dec 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 6
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
2016 MÒD NAN EILEAN SIAR
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House congratulates the Royal National Mòd and organisers, An Comunn Gaidhealachd, on the success of the 2016 Mòd Nan Eilean Siar; recognises that the Mòd is the world's largest annual celebration of Gàidhlig music, culture and art with thousands of competitors attending from all over the world; notes …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
26th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
CONGRATULATIONS TO GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY - VENUE OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House sends its warmest congratulations to Glasgow Women's Library, based in Bridgeton, on winning Venue of the Year at The Icon 2016 awards which celebrates UK diversity; considers that Glasgow Women's Library, a Recognised Collection of National Significance, is a beacon for feminist thought, history and performance; and …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
VOTING SYSTEM FOR GENERAL ELECTIONS
Tabled by:
Chuka Umunna (Liberal Democrat - Streatham)
That this House welcomes the various collaborative campaigns to make votes matter by introducing a fair voting system; notes that petitions started since the 2015 general election calling for a fair voting system have gained over 500,000 signatures, and that recent polling suggests a significant majority of the public support …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 16
Liberal Democrat: 8
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
19th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 26th October 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT (NO. 2)
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that construction has begun on the Successor submarines as part of the programme to replace the Trident nuclear weapons system; is concerned that during the debate on the Address on 18 July 2016, Official Report, columns 6-114, the Government was unable to give an estimate for …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
20th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 21st October 2016
CASTLEHILL BOWLING CLUB
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House congratulates Castlehill Bowling Club in Carluke on securing £6,539 of funding through Awards for All Scotland; recognises that Awards for All is a joint awards programme from the Big Lottery Fund and SportScotland that focuses on awarding funding to smaller organisations with less than £250,000 annual turnover; …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
20th October 2016
31 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
UN INITIATIVE ON MULTILATERAL NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the UN Open-ended working group on Nuclear Disarmament concluded with the submission of a draft resolution to the UN General Assembly which calls for a conference to be convened in 2017 with a view to negotiating a legally binding instrument to prohibit nuclear weapons, leading …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 7
Labour: 7
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
19th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
NUCLEAR WARHEAD CONVOYS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the publication of the Nukes of Hazard: nuclear bomb convoys on our road report, published on 21 September 2016, which documents the nuclear warhead convoys which are regularly driven across the UK; is deeply concerned that Freedom of Information requests have shown that these convoys have …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 5
Labour: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
18th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
45TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND REGIONAL EQUALITY COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the West of Scotland Regional Equality Council (WSREC), based in the Woodside area of Glasgow, on its 45th anniversary; recognises that the WSREC was established as the Glasgow Community Relations Council in 1971 but later became the Regional Equality Council and is now one of the …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 20th October 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 18th October 2016
GLASGOW SCHOOLS AND THE BEARSDEN CHOIR
Tabled by:
John Nicolson (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House congratulates Bearsden Choir and its conductor, Andrew Nunn, on its innovative project in bringing together over 250 pupils from 10 schools from across Greater Glasgow, including St Andrew's RC, Carntyne, Hyndland Secondary School, Notre Dame High School, Kelvinside Academy, Lourdes Secondary School, Hutchesons' Grammar School, Boclair Academy, …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
12th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016
SYRIAN CIVIL DEFENCE KNOWN AS THE WHITE HELMETS
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House applauds the work of the Syrian Civil Defence volunteer rescue workers known as the White Helmets, who work in one of the most dangerous places on Earth; recognises that they are the largest civil society organisation operating in areas outside of government control in Syria; notes the …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016
HATE CRIME AWARENESS WEEK
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the attention that Hate Crime Awareness Week gives to the impact of crimes that are motivated by prejudice of some kind, where the victim is targeted because they are a member of a particular social group or have a particular characteristic, which the perpetrator has negative …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
11th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016
SCOTTISH VETERANS FUND
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the announcement at the 2016 Armed Forces and Veterans Champions Annual Gathering, held in Glasgow on 10 October 2016, that veterans and ex-service charities in Scotland are to be supported by £600,000 over the next three years from the Scottish Veterans Fund to address a wide …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
11th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 17th October 2016
MARSHALL ISLANDS
Tabled by:
Tommy Sheppard (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh East)
That this House notes that the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation on Nuclear Weapons (NPT) Review Conference met again at the United Nations in New York in April and May 2015; understands that the UK signed up to and ratified the NPT in 1968, including Article VI, which creates an obligation …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 12th October 2016
ATHENA SWAN BRONZE AWARD FOR GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that Glasgow Caledonian University has been awarded the Athena Swan Institutional Bronze Award for 2016-17; understands that the Athena Swan Charter was established by the Equality Challenge in 2005 to promote the advancement of gender equality and recognise commitment to advancing the careers of women in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 1
12th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
10th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 12th October 2016
IMMIGRATION POLICY
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses serious concern over the future direction of immigration policy in the UK following proposals announced by senior Government Ministers speaking at the Conservative party conference, including plans for private companies to record the number of foreign workers in their employ; believes that a person's suitability for …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
10th October 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 11th October 2016
PROPOSED WITHDRAWAL OF 4/4A BUS SERVICE IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House notes with concern proposals by bus operators First Greater Glasgow to amend the route of the 4/4a service in the city from 23 October 2016 which will involve the withdrawal of the service from Kelvindale, Jordanhill, Knightswood, Anniesland, Eaglesham and Crookfur; further notes that these plans represent …
15 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 1
15th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 10th October 2016
CONCENTRIX END OF CONTRACT
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the decision by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) not to renew the contract of American outsourcing firm Concentrix; understands that the Treasury has revealed 120 cases since October 2015 where Concentrix did not fully meet the performance standards laid out in its contract; notes that thousands …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 6
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
14th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
OOR WULLIE BUCKET TRAIL
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House acclaims the success of the Oor Wullie Bucket Trail in Dundee which raised £883,000 for The Archie Foundation and a twin operating suite at Tayside Children's Hospital; commends the work of The Archie Foundation and its partners Wild In Art, DC Thomson and Dundee City Council for …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
JAMIE MURRAY AND BRUNO SOARES DOUBLES TITLE VICTORY
Tabled by:
Steven Paterson (Scottish National Party - Stirling)
That this House congratulates Dunblane's Jamie Murray and Brazil's Bruno Soares on their win in the US Open Men's Doubles final; notes that this achievement follows victory by the pair in the Australian Open tennis championships earlier in 2016; commends both players on the example they set for young tennis …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
PRISON OFFICER RETIREMENT AGE
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House recognises the important role fulfilled by prison officers in the criminal justice system and the physical and often dangerous nature of their work; further recognises that prison officers perform a vital front line role akin to other first response and emergency services; notes with concern that the …
66 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 5
Independent: 5
Conservative: 4
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 10th October 2016
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
15th September 2016
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ISABEL McCUE MBE, FOUNDER OF THEATRE NEMO
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Isabel McCue, founder and Chair of Theatre Nemo, on her recent honour from Her Majesty the Queen; recognises that this MBE was awarded in acknowledgement of Ms McCue's exemplary service to the arts community; considers that Theatre Nemo, which is an award-winning theatre company, gives …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
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25 YEARS OF GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Women's Library (GWL) on its 25th anniversary; welcomes that the library, now based in the city's Bridgeton area, has become a focal point for feminist thought, discussion and performance; further congratulates the GWL on being awarded status as a Recognised Collection of National Significance; notes …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2016
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SFA GRASSROOTS AWARDS 2016 AND BLANTYRE SOCCER ACADEMY
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates Blantyre Soccer Academy (BSA) for recently being named as the recipients of the Scottish Football Association's (SFA) Best Professional Club in the Community Award; notes that it will be presented with this award on 22 September 2016 at Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park; recognises that since …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th September 2016
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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
8th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
7th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
5th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th September 2016
CONCENTRIX
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the treatment of UK citizens by Concentrix, a multi-billion pound American business services company contracted by HM Revenue and Customs to investigate alleged benefit fraud, paid on a results basis when it cuts the tax credit bill, profiting from stopping payments to those most in need; …
54 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Labour: 6
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
5th September 2016
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CITIZENS ADVICE SCOTLAND'S REPORT, LIVING AT THE SHARP END
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House welcomes Citizens Advice Scotland's report, entitled Living at the Sharp End, which analyses the causes and impact of periods of no income for Citizen Advice Bureaux clients in Scotland, and notes that such periods are most often caused by issues caused by the Government's regressive austerity-fuelled welfare …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Independent: 1
5th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th 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
20th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th September 2016
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the publication of the Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) new strategy Helping Great Britain work well; recognises that 1.2 million people a year suffer from work-related illness and thousands die from diseases caused by work; commends the Strategy's renewed focus on occupational health as a key …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th September 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
5th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 8th September 2016
GLOW GOLD SEPTEMBER CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Glow Gold September campaign which aims to raise the profile of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by encouraging iconic buildings to illuminate their facade in gold; notes that the campaign was started in Edinburgh by parents whose children were diagnosed with cancer and …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Feb 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th September 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 6th 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
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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
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DUNFERMLINE'S HERITAGE
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House welcomes the initiative by local Dunfermline historian, Sheila Pitcairn, in highlighting the importance of the seven Scottish kings, two queens and three princes interned within Dunfermline Abbey; calls on Historic Scotland to recognise the true potential of Dunfermline as a must-see heritage hotspot and as the home …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th September 2016
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MURDER OF CAROLINE GLACHAN
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes that 25 August 2016 marked 20 years since the murder of 14 year old Caroline Glachan; recalls that on 25 August 1996, Caroline's body was found in the River Leven near Bonhill in an appalling crime that shocked the local community; expresses regret that 20 years …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 3
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
CIVIL SERVICE COMPENSATION SCHEME
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is concerned by the Government's proposed reforms of the Civil Service Compensation Scheme (CSCS); notes the proposal to drastically cut civil service compensation payments by between 25 and 60 per cent, affecting thousands of civil servants across the UK; is alarmed that these reforms are being brought …
113 signatures
(Most recent: 31 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 47
Scottish National Party: 42
Independent: 9
Liberal Democrat: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
28th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 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
8th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 2016
EU-CANADA COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC AND TRADE AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Carolyn Harris (Labour - Swansea East)
That this House is concerned about the lack of parliamentary and public debate around the EU-Canada trade agreement CETA, most especially that CETA may be provisionally implemented before a debate in the House; recognises that it has still not been confirmed whether CETA is a mixed or sole competence agreement, …
79 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Labour: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Crossbench: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
23rd May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 5th September 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
21st July 2016
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FARES4FREE SUPPORT FOR ARMED FORCES VETERANS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House welcomes the charity Fares4free which was founded by David Gibson to encourage taxi drivers in Scotland to offer free fares to armed forces veterans; notes that the charity works in partnership with local authorities, agencies and other charitable organisations to tackle loneliness and isolation amongst veterans; applauds …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 3
Labour: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
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GLASGOW EAST END ATHLETES AND THE OLYMPIC GAMES
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates Glasgow athletes Mark Dry, Chris Bennett and Tsegai Tewelde on being selected to represent Team GB at this year's Olympic Games; appreciates the work the latter two have done in schools in Glasgow, in particular in Glasgow North East; wishes them great success in Rio; and …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
BREASTFEEDING WELCOME AWARDS FOR EAST RENFREWSHIRE NURSERIES
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the 22 nurseries based in East Renfrewshire that have received a Breastfeeding Welcome award from the East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care partnership; notes that the award was developed by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde to recognise organisations that support and understand the needs of breastfeeding …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
FUTURE OF THE MARYHILL ELEPHANTS
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House expresses concerns over proposals to build flats on Elephant Park near Shakespeare Street in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; recognises that this park is a protected greenspace and the distinctive elephant statues which inhabit it are longstanding and much loved local amenities; is aware that the park …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
19th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st 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
18th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st 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
23rd May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 21st July 2016
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
20th July 2016
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DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY PENTLANDS
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates Dementia-Friendly Pentlands on its recent nomination for Scotland's Dementia Award in the category of Best Dementia-Friendly Community initiative and its continuing work in creating a dementia-friendly Scotland; and encourages the Government to work with devolved parliaments, civic society and pharmaceutical companies to improve the lives of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
20th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th July 2016
VIOLENCE IN BURUNDI
Tabled by:
Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes and condemns the escalating political violence in Burundi; highlights the alarming number of alleged killings, torture, arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances that have occurred there since President Nkurunziza defied the constitution and stood for a third term in office in April 2015; recognises that over 250,000 …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th July 2016
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REPORT ON THE VOLKSWAGEN EMISSIONS SCANDAL
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House notes the Third Report of the Transport Committee, on Volkswagen emissions scandal and vehicle type approvals, HC69, which criticises Volkswagen for its deception in the recent emissions scandal; recognises that the company acted with a cynical disregard for emissions limits which exist to protect human health; criticises …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 47
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
19th July 2016
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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
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KANZEN KARATE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates Kanzen Karate Scotland on their recent outstanding success at the World Union of Karate Federations World Karate Championships 2016, which were held in Dublin between 15 and 19 June 2016 and attracted over 2,000 international karate athletes; notes that the Kanzen 13 to 14 year-old Girls …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 37
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 18th July 2016
AYR CHORAL UNION AND SCOTLAND SINGS MILESTONE AWARD
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House recognises that Ayr Choral Union is currently celebrating 140 years of choral singing in Ayr and that, in recognition of this, it has been awarded the Scotland Sings Milestone Award for 2016; and admires the dedication of the choir members in raising the funds required to hire …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th July 2016
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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
13th July 2016
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8TH AYR BOYS' BRIGADE COMPANY
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ethan Toner from the 8th Ayr Boys' Brigade Company, based at St James Parish Church in Ayr, who has gained his Queen's Badge; recognises that this is the highest award that a boy can achieve in the Boys' Brigade; notes the opportunities that organisations like the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
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CHAMPIONSHIP FOOTBALL FOR AYR UNITED FC
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Ayr United FC for gaining a much deserved return to the Scottish Championship; recognises that the penalty shoot-out victory over Stranraer in the play-off final was the first time in 60 years that the Honest Men were able to clinch a title on home turf; commends …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th July 2016
SCOTTISH BOXING
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Donny McPike, the 11 year old boxing champion from Coylton, on his recent sporting successes; commends his recent victories in the Scottish Intermediate Championships for 36 kilos, the Western District Championships and his defence of the Scottish title for the second year in a row; recognises …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th July 2016
GAMBLE AWARE WEEK
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House welcomes the launch of Gamble Aware Week which runs from 18 to 23 July 2016; notes that this initiative is now in its second year; recognises the outstanding work that charities such as GamCare, RCA Trust and Gordon Moody do, working together with the betting industry to …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 9
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Conservative: 1
12th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th July 2016
GLASGOW AIRPORT 50th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House recognises the 50th anniversary of the opening of Glasgow Airport; notes that the airport was officially opened by HM The Queen on 27 June 1966; welcomes that this important milestone was marked by a visit by HRH The Princess Royal; recognises the recent achievements of Glasgow Airport, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 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
12th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th July 2016
STEWARTON ACADEMY AND DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARDS
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Stewarton Academy for receiving an Awards for All Scotland grant of £7,470 from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that through this grant S3-S4 pupils will be able to participate in the expedition section of the Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Awards; wishes the pupils of Stewarton Academy …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
12th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th July 2016
CENTRESTAGE COMMUNITIES CATALYST PROJECT
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Centrestage Communities on being awarded a grant of £692,080 from the Big Lottery Fund to invest in its Catalyst project; understands that the three year project will provide help to enable a successful transition to community life for people who have served prison sentences of less …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 2
12th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 12th July 2016
KILMARNOCK STATION RAILWAY HERITAGE TRUST
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Kilmarnock Station Railway Heritage Trust on being awarded a grant of £149,385 from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that this will be used to fund an initiative to deliver capacity and resilience building to address loss, isolation and loneliness to enable people to connect with the …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
11th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016
CND LOBBY OF PARLIAMENT
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) for organising a lobby of Parliament against the renewal of Trident in July 2016; shares the feelings of CND that the Government should be using the billions of pounds used on Trident for other underfunded, public services; notes the work …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 4
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016
GORDON REID AND WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
6th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th July 2016
STUDENT NURSES' BURSARIES
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House is aware of the looming crisis facing the NHS and its ability to deliver safe and high quality care, in particular the current dangerous shortage of nurses and other clinicians; is alarmed by Government plans to replace the current NHS bursary with the student loans scheme equivalent …
77 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 40
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 4
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
11th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
6th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF GLASGOW RAPE CRISIS CENTRE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow's Rape Crisis Centre on its 40th anniversary; considers that the service has provided free, sensitive and confidential support to vulnerable women across Glasgow and the West of Scotland for four decades and is a lifeline service for local women who have suffered rape, sexual abuse …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016
RENT-TO-OWN RETAILERS
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House notes the concerning lending practices of many rent-to-own retailers; considers that these retailers often target the most financially vulnerable families in local communities; shares the concerns of affected citizens who risk being driven further into long-term debt by the prospect of short-term lower prices for essential household …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
4th July 2016
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016
DECLARATION OF ARBROATH
Tabled by:
Mike Weir (Scottish National Party - Angus)
That this House notes that the Declaration of Arbroath has been recognised as a UNESCO Memory of the World; welcomes the recognition of the international importance of the document and its influence on democracy and the significant impact on the Declaration of American Independence; recognises the long campaign for recognition …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
4th July 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th July 2016
ANNUAL REFUGEE AND SOLIDARITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House commends the Scottish Unity Football League and Glasgow Afghan United for hosting the Annual Refugee and Solidarity Football Tournament on 26 June 2016 as part of Refugee Festival Scotland; notes that 21 teams competed in the tournament, comprising players from a range of countries across the world; …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 6th July 2016
UK'S RELATIONSHIP WITH SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Ann Clwyd (Labour - Cynon Valley)
That this House notes with considerable concern the Government's continued support for the government of Saudi Arabia; is dismayed by continuing serious and systematic human rights violations in Saudi Arabia, such as the severe restriction of freedom of expression, association and assembly, the use of the death penalty and flogging, …
92 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Mar 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 45
Labour: 31
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 30th June 2016
THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT'S STANDING COUNCIL ON EUROPE
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the formation by the Scottish Government of an expert-led Standing Council on Europe tasked with advising Scottish Ministers on how best to secure Scotland's relationship with the EU whilst protecting Scotland's wider interests and objectives as the country begins to enter discussions and negotiations with European …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
29th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 29th June 2016
PERFORMANCE OF NHS LANARKSHIRE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the success of NHS Lanarkshire for exceeding the national improvement aim to reduce hospital standardized mortality rates (HSMR) by 20 per cent; notes that the HSMR provides a starting point to assess the factors that can influence mortality and identify areas of improvement; acknowledges that HSMR …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
29th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th June 2016
THE HOUSE OF LORDS AND THE OUTCOME OF THE EU REFERENDUM
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House notes the arguments of Vote Leave during the EU referendum process around the importance of democracy and the electorate holding decision-makers to account; further notes that as part of the UK's withdrawal from the EU both Houses of Parliament will have a significant say on many of …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 29th June 2016
LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the 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
28th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th June 2016
SECTION 75 EMPLOYER DEBT
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House expresses concern that changes to pensions legislation intended to ensure that employers meet their pension scheme liabilities are causing unintended financial difficulties for small business owners in non-associated multi-employer pension schemes, including the Plumbing and Mechanical Services (UK) Industry Pension Scheme; notes that the section 75 employer …
57 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 42
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
28th June 2016
44 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 40
Independent: 4
27th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
GLASGOW HOSTS HOMELESS WORLD CUP 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House congratulates Glasgow on hosting the Homeless World Cup (HWC) 216; notes that 64 teams representing 52 countries will come together to play in George Square from 10 to 16 July; welcomes the support of Glasgow Caledonian University, Act Global, STV, Tesco, Glasgow City Council, Scottish Government and …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
27th June 2016
32 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW 2016
Tabled by:
Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House congratulates the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland on its 176th show and another successful year holding the event in lngliston; notes that the show generates over £46 million for the Scottish economy every year and brings a significant number of jobs and tourists to Edinburgh …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Independent: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
BARRA AND HEATHROW AIRPORTS
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House recognises that the Beach Airport in Barra, Hebrides, celebrates 80 years of landing on the beach and that the beach runway is the only one in the Northern Hemisphere, perhaps the world, that has scheduled flights; notes that the airport has three designated runways, one more than …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th 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
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
SCOTTISH CHARITY AWARDS 2016 AND SAHELIYA
Tabled by:
Deidre Brock (Scottish National Party - Edinburgh North and Leith)
That this House congratulates Edinburgh-based charity Saheliya on winning Charity of the Year at the Scottish Charity Awards 2016; recognises the innovative and inspiring work done by Saheliya in promoting positive mental health amongst black, minority ethnic asylum seeker, refugee and migrant women and girls; applauds all the award winners …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CARERS WEEK IN CEREDIGION
Tabled by:
Mark Williams (Liberal Democrat - Ceredigion)
That this House congratulates Ceredigion County Council's carers unit for its work during this year's Carers Week that ran from 3 June to 11 June 2016; commends its partnership with the British Red Cross' carers service, Crossroads Mid & West Wales and Hafal, which organised four free events for carers …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Scottish National 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
TEAM UK AT EUROSKILLS, GOTHENBURG 2016
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates 19-year-old Isla McLarty of Old Kilpatrick, West Dunbartonshire on being selected to represent the UK at EuroSkills Gothenburg 2016 in the beauty therapy competition; notes that Isla was selected to represent Team UK after excelling in the WorldSkills UK National Finals with the standards required being …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
JOAN MORRIS AND MARSH AWARD FOR CARERS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates carer Joan Morris for receiving the Marsh Award for Carers on 9 June 2016; notes that the Marsh Award, which is a joint award from the Carers Trust and Marsh Christian Trust, recognises carers and former carers for their outstanding contribution as volunteers at their local …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 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
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CROSSHOUSE EARLY LANGUAGE CENTRE
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House recognises the work that the Crosshouse Early Language Centre performs in supporting pre-school children with a variety of severe language and communication difficulties; congratulates the centre on its £10,000 Awards for All Scotland grant for upgrades to the centre's outdoor facilities to help develop children's communication and …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
26 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
NATASHA KERR
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Natasha Kerr from the old mill town of Catrine in East Ayrshire for her Scotland's Youth Worker of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards from YouthLink Scotland; pays tribute to her outstanding dedication to her work in mentoring young athletes with the Catrine Youth …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
PITTENCRIEFF PRIMARY SCHOOL - P6 CLASS
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House congratulates P6 pupils from Pittencrieff Primary School, Dunfermline, on their enthusiastic investigation into how democracy works and how it can affect their lives; and recognises all the hard work they have out into the project and thanks them for the insightful and challenging questions they put to …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
EAST AYRSHIRE CARERS CENTRE
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates the East Ayrshire Carers Centre on its award of £40,000 from the ScottishPower Energy People Trust; understands that the award enables the provision of a more direct service to vulnerable carers in rural areas where transport costs can become a barrier to receiving support; welcomes the …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CATRINE AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Catrine Amateur Football Club on its Awards for All Scotland grant of £6,232 from the Big Lottery Fund; welcomes its plans to hold a community festival to celebrate the village of Catrine's historic connection to cotton milling and bringing local people together; applauds its community-minded actions …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 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 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
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
STRATHEDEN HOSPITAL
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the commitment of NHS Fife and the Scottish Government to caring for some of the most vulnerable patients by investing in and opening a new purpose-built Intensive Psychiatric Care Unit at Stratheden Hospital by Cupar, Fife for people experiencing episodes of mental illness; notes that it …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
THE FIFE SHOW
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Fife Agricultural Association, a registered non-profit charity run by volunteers, on the success of the Fife Show, staged at Kinloss by Cupar; notes that it is one of the most important and long-running agricultural shows in Scotland; welcomes the opportunity it offers participants and visitors …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
ST ANDREWS DEMENTIA FRIENDLY TOWN
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House recognises the commitment of businesses and organisations in St Andrews to make the town a Dementia-Friendly Community; and celebrates the efforts of those involved in the campaign to work together to help people with dementia remain a part of their community and not become apart from it, …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th 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
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
ORMLIE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LTD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Ormlie Community Association Ltd (OCA) on its recent Awards for All grant of £9,660; notes that the OCA aims to improve the Ormlie area of Thurso by providing friendly services to the community such as support groups for young people, children, young mums and pensioners, …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
INVERGORDON BOATING CLUB
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the lnvergordon Boating Club on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; recognises that the club is a small water sports organisation based on the Cromarty Firth for local sailors of all ages, and with any level of experience; notes that the funding will be …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
KINLOCHBERVIE PLANNING FOR PLAY ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Kinlochbervie Planning for Play Association on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; notes that the association works towards improving the area for the benefit of families in the village and the surrounding area, and specifically children and young people; recognises that the funding …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
SCOURIE VILLAGE HALL
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Scourie Village Hall on its recent grant of £10,000 from Awards for All Scotland; recognises that Awards for All is a joint awards programme from the Big Lottery Fund and SportScotland that focuses on awarding funding to smaller organisations with less than £250,000 annual turnover; notes …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CAITHNESS KLICS
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Caithness KLICS on securing £23,640 of funding through the Big Lottery Fund's Young Start programme; recognises that the funding aims to support and encourage young people to understand their potential, and aims to maximise opportunities for them; notes that the funding will help to continue the …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 12
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
ROSS-SHIRE GUIDES ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates the Ross-shire Guides Association on its recent Awards for All grant of £5,000; notes that Ross-shire Guides is a girlguiding group with approximately 600 members throughout the county; recognises that the group encourages and supports young girls and women to set and reach new challenges and …
13 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
NEWTONMORE CAMANACHD CLUB AND MACTAVISH CUP
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House congratulates Newtonmore Camanachd Club on its victory in winning the MacTavish Cup; recognises that the boys of the Eilan have now won the MacTavish Cup a staggering 40 times; and commends them for this historic achievement in shinty.
23 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE PESHMERGA
Tabled by:
Mary Glindon (Labour - North Tyneside)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
CHRONIC PAIN
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House notes that chronic pain is identified as a condition in its own right, and that the measured prevalence of chronic pain varies according to precisely how it is defined and identified; further notes that the cited figure is 20 per cent, or 1 in 5, of the …
68 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2017)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 6
Independent: 6
Liberal Democrat: 5
Conservative: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Crossbench: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 28th June 2016
DEVELOPMENTS IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House voices its concern regarding political developments in Libya and, in particular, the possibility that the UK may be drawn directly into armed conflict in that country; notes that a draft proposal has been circulated by the UK representative to other members of the UN Security Council proposing …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
27th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 27th June 2016
MR. CHRIS WIECZOREK AND COMPANY HELP FOR VETERANS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Martyn Day (Scottish National Party - Linlithgow and East Falkirk)
That this House congratulates Mr. Chris Wieczorek of Bo'ness, and his company Wizz Properties Limited based in Falkirk, on efforts to help veterans in Scotland back on their feet, by providing them with renovated accommodation, and work, in order to help them adjust to civilian life after service; notes that …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th June 2016
33 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th June 2016
31 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 20th June 2016
CLYDEBANK BLITZ REMEMBERED GROUP
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House wishes to acknowledge and thank the Clydebank Blitz Remembered Group which was set up to commemorate and coordinate events to mark the 75th Anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz; notes that the group compiled stories from survivors of the blitz and relatives of those affected, who were given …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th June 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th June 2016
CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House marks Volunteers Week 2016, by recognising the invaluable service to grieving Scots of Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland (CBCS), which is only able to fully function thanks to its loyal and highly-trained 350 volunteers; notes that their commitment means that more than 4,000 people in Scotland every year …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
15th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 20th June 2016
THE WYND CENTRE, PAISLEY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Wynd Centre in Paisley on receiving the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service; recognises that this is the highest award that any voluntary group can receive in the UK; notes that the Wynd Centre has been providing counselling support in Paisley for over 30 years; further …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
14th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th June 2016
INAUGURAL FLIGHT FROM DUNDEE TO AMSTERDAM
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the inaugural flight that took off from Dundee Airport to Amsterdam Schipol in May 2016; congratulates everyone involved in campaigning for the maiden flight; notes that this route will not only provide the people of Dundee and the surrounding areas with more options for international travel, …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th June 2016
CHILD MAINTENANCE SERVICE COLLECTION FEE
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House calls on the Government to remove the 4 per cent Child Maintenance Service collection fee for domestic abuse victims; notes that for domestic abuse victim-survivors, the alternative family-based arrangement is in most cases impossible to arrange; believes that using the Child Maintenance Service may be the only …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 7
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th June 2016
MACTAVISH JUVENILE CUP
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House congratulates Skye Camanachd on winning the 2016 MacTavish Juvenile Cup at Inverness on 11 June 2016; notes that Skye won the cup by a margin of 2-1 against Fort William; and further notes that with Skye's first team having returned to the top flight this season, it …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
13th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 9th June 2016
NATIONAL UNION OF STUDENTS
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House condemns the offensive comments made by Conservative Party MSP Murdo Fraser labelling the National Union of Students (NUS) bigots; commends the long and proud history that the NUS has of campaigning and working for equality, including through its dedicated liberation and anti-racism campaigns; understands that when the …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 4
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
8th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
6th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the Queen's Speech contained a reference to plans to secure the long-term future of the Trident nuclear weapons system; further notes that figures show that the estimated lifetime cost of Trident replacement is at least £205 billion; is concerned that the funds spent on nuclear …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
GLOBAL ABOLITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes that the UN Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on Nuclear Disarmament met in Geneva in May 2016, where a proposed treaty to ban all nuclear weapons was discussed and attracted widespread support; is dismayed that the Government has refused to participate in the OEWG; is concerned that …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
6th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 2016
THORNLIEBANK PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes that the pupils of Thornliebank Primary School have won a British Council International School Award, celebrating their commitment to working with schools across the world, promoting global education and giving pupils global learning experiences; applauds the pupils for their initiative in forming a committee and organising …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th 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
25th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 8th June 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
7th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
ROYAL SOCIETY OF EDINBURGH PRIZES
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates three outstanding scientists from Dundee and St Andrews universities, each of whom has been awarded prizes from the Royal Society of Edinburgh; recognises Professor Geoffrey Gadd, a world pioneer in the field of geomicrobiology at the University of Dundee College of Life Sciences who has been …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th June 2016
24 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
7th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th June 2016
PAMIS DUNDEE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
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
7th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th June 2016
BINGHAM CUP WINNERS 2016
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Caledonian Thebans, a Scottish gay rugby team, for winning the Hoagland Cup at the Bingham Cup 2016, the world’s LGBT rugby world cup; recognises their achievement of winning all six matches against teams from England, America and Australia at the international event; understands the Bingham …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th June 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 7th June 2016
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
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
COMMON WHEEL PROJECT, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Common Wheel project, based in the Maryhill area of Glasgow, on its first 15 years as a registered charity; recognises that it is one of Glasgow's most highly valued mental health charities and provide a social rather than medical method of supporting people towards mental …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
BONNYTON THISTLE FOOTBALL CLUB
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Bonnyton Thistle Football Club in Kilmarnock on its Award for All Scotland grant of £1,350 through SportScotland; commends the hard work and continual improvement to Bonnyton Thistle Football Club made by all those involved; notes that this has been reflected in its achievement of receiving the …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
KILMARNOCK FC AND PREMIERSHIP PLAY-OFFS
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Kilmarnock FC on securing another season in the top flight of Scottish football following its resounding 4-0 second leg play-off victory against Falkirk; notes that this will mean that the 2016-17 season will be its 24th consecutive season in the top flight, a fantastic achievement for …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
COMMUNITY OPEN GARDENS, SHORTLEES
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House congratulates Community Open Gardens Shortlees in Kilmarnock on its successful Awards for All Scotland grant of £8,415 from the Big Lottery Fund; commends the effort to bring a community garden to life in an urban environment; recognises the benefit and skills such a project can bring to …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Independent: 1
26th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th May 2016
ONTHANK MEN'S CLUB
Tabled by:
Alan Brown (Scottish National Party - Kilmarnock and Loudoun)
That this House commends Onthank Men's club in Kilmarnock for providing an opportunity for men of pensionable age in Onthank to share skills and interests, build friendships and reduce social isolation; recognises the importance of keeping mentally and physically active in old age and the benefits of relationships and extended …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
19th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
GLASGOW JANITORS INDUSTRIAL ACTION
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the ongoing industrial action involving school janitors employed by Cordia LLP, an arm's length external organisation owned by Glasgow City Council, over working context and demands payments which allow for additional pay for arduous work, or working in difficult and dangerous conditions; further notes that the …
18 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
19th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
GOVAN LAW CENTRE
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates the work of the Govan Law Centre in providing debt advice services to thousands of Glasgow's and Scotland's citizens; notes newly-published figures by Glasgow's Financial Inclusion Partnership that in the financial year 2015-16, the Govan Law Centre manged almost £5.5 million of housing debt for its …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Labour: 1
19th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 26th May 2016
BLACKLISTING COMPENSATION PAYMENTS
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House welcomes the recent public apology and admission of wrongdoing made by eight major construction firms in the High Court, and the settlement reached between the construction workers, Unite the Union, GMB and UCATT trade unions, the Blacklist Support Group and their legal teams with those construction firms …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Oct 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 12
Plaid Cymru: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
25th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
KIM LITTLE, FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR 2016
Tabled by:
Eilidh Whiteford (Scottish National Party - Banff and Buchan)
That this House congratulates former Mintlaw Academy pupil Kim Little on being voted the BBC's Women's Footballer of the Year 2016; notes that the Seattle Reign player topped a supporters' poll to become the second winner of the BBC World Service award; recognises that Kim, who was born in Aberdeen, …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
25th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 25th May 2016
SOUTHSIDE FRINGE 2016
Tabled by:
Stewart Malcolm McDonald (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the Southside Fringe, which takes place from 13 to 29 May 2016, on providing quality opportunities for actors, performers and musicians; recognises that this year's Fringe takes place with 200 events in 50 venues across Glasgow, making it the biggest community organised event in Glasgow; understands …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
19th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 25th May 2016
SAVE PARK QUADRANT
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes with concern the sale of Park Quadrant by Glasgow City Council to Expresso Properties, who intend to build 98 new flats on the site; understands that over 160 objections to the proposed development have been received by Glasgow City Council's Planning Department; further understands that an …
17 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 24th May 2016
BRAIN FAMILY
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Government to honour the principle of the post work study visa to the Brain family, currently living in Dingwall, as was applicable when the family up-rooted themselves from Australia to come to Scotland in 2011 and to recognise the contribution and commitment the family …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 48
Independent: 4
Labour: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016
SCOTLAND RUGBY SEVENS VICTORY
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates the Scotland team for winning the HSBC World Sevens Series cup in London; notes that this was not only its first cup win since the Series started in 1999 but its first final appearance; commends the team’s spirit for the thrilling manner of victory in scoring …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Independent: 3
Ulster Unionist Party: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
19th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd May 2016
MUIRFIELD GOLF CLUB DECISION TO EXCLUDE WOMEN MEMBERS
Tabled by:
George Kerevan (Scottish National Party - East Lothian)
That this House condemns the decision by the all-male Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, Muirfield Golf Club, to vote to continue to exclude women from full membership; notes that while a majority of members did support a change to the club’s rules, regrettably a small minority were able to block …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 5 Sep 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 8
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016
EAGLESHAM AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB 90TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Eaglesham Amateur Football Club on its 90th anniversary; notes that The Hams or The Hammies was formed as an amateur team in 1926, and has links going back to 1897, to former team Eaglesham Royal Oak; commends all involved with the club for their great community …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016
STEPHANIE INGLIS
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House wishes to extend its support and very best wishes to Commonwealth Games athlete Stephanie Inglis, who is presently critically ill in hospital in Vietnam; in doing so recognises the extraordinary efforts of her family, friends and all the thousands of members of the public who have already …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 53
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
18th May 2016
30 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Jul 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
18th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 18th May 2016
SILVER ANNIVERSARY OF MOTHERWELL FC WINNING THE SCOTTISH CUP
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises that May 2016 marks the silver anniversary of Motherwell Football Club's memorable victory in the 1991 Scottish Cup Final; notes that this triumph led to the club qualifying for European football for the first time in its history, something which has been successfully achieved on a …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th May 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 18th May 2016
140 YEARS OF PARTICK THISTLE FC
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Partick Thistle Football Club on its 140th anniversary; notes that the team's first recorded match was played at Overnewton Park, Partick, on 19 February 1876, and that since 1909 the club has been based at Firhill Stadium in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; welcomes the economic, …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jun 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2016
OFFICE OF THE SCOTTISH CHARITY REGULATOR 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House congratulates the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) as it celebrates its 10th anniversary and notes that throughout its time as Scotland's charity regulator, its focus has been on targeting its effort and resources on maintaining the public's confidence in charities; acknowledges that work continues as …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 44
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
27th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2016
AIR QUALITY AND DIESEL EMISSIONS IN URBAN CENTRES
Tabled by:
Geraint Davies (Independent - Swansea West)
That this House notes that 40,000 people die prematurely each year in the UK from diesel pollution; further notes that diesel cars produce 22 times more carcinogenic particulates than petrol and four times more nitrous oxides, that these emissions cause lung and blood vessel damage, heart disease, stroke and diabetes, …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 14
Scottish National Party: 11
Liberal Democrat: 2
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
26th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 10th May 2016
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
7th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd May 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
11th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 26th April 2016
AVONDALE COMMUNITY BEEKEEPERS
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates Avondale Community Beekeepers on winning £20,090 funding from The Big Lottery Fund through the People's Projects; notes that the group wishes to expand its bee sites and acquire a demonstration hive to allow it to safely take bees to schools, nursing homes and other community groups …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Ulster Unionist Party: 1
20th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th April 2016
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
13th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016
HIROSHIMA AGREEMENT AND NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT PLEDGE
Tabled by:
Kelvin Hopkins (Independent - Luton North)
That this House strongly welcomes the signing of the Hiroshima Declaration on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, issued collectively by the foreign ministers of the G7 in Japan on 11 April 2016; notes it is especially poignant to have the signatures of US Secretary of State John Kerry and UK Foreign …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016
FIONA SEMPLE, UNIVERSAL HEALTH VISITOR OF THE YEAR 2016
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th April 2016
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF CARDONALD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House congratulates Cardonald Primary School on reaching its 50th anniversary; notes the history of the predecessor schools serving the children of the area, including Cardonald School and Angus Oval Primary School, and the students and parents that have passed through the school over the last five decades; acknowledges …
14 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 13
Labour: 1
11th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016
50th ANNIVERSARY OF CROSS ARTHURLIE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Cross Arthurlie Primary School in Barrhead on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; applauds the school community past and present for its strong school and community ethos; recognises the efforts of organisers who encouraged former pupils and staff to join the golden anniversary celebrations; welcomes the …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
11th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th April 2016
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COLLIERS U14 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOTTISH CUP WIN
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House congratulates South Lanarkshire Colliers U14 girls basketball team on reaching and winning the Scottish Cup Final; recognises their unbeaten run in the lead-up to the game; acknowledges the hard work and determination shown by the full team in achieving this goal; and further recognises the role played …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
11th April 2016
29 signatures
(Most recent: 9 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 7
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Independent: 1
12th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
DUNDEE DISCOVERY WALK
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House applauds the installation of ten bronzed plaques commemorating significant figures from Dundee's past into flagstones forming Discovery Walk, a centrepiece of Dundee's waterfront regeneration; congratulates the team who supported the idea and in particular the project originator Kelly Marr and the artist who designed the plaques, Suzanne …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL YOUTH WORKER OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House congratulates local Dundee youth worker Barry Jordan on being named Scotland's National Youth Worker of the Year; commends his personal campaign to ensure the rights of local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people; applauds the work of Allsorts, the LGBT Youth Group for young people aged …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
12th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 12th April 2016
SCOTTISH STEEL TASKFORCE
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the Scottish Government's extensive efforts in finding a new owner for the steelworks at Dalzell and Clydebridge in Lanarkshire, including the establishment of the Scottish Steel Task Force, which was a constructive group of partners including Tata Steel, North and South Lanarkshire Councils, trade unions, political …
46 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 38
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th April 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 11th April 2016
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
24th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th April 2016
SCHOOL JANITORS INDUSTRIAL ACTION IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the current industrial action undertaken by primary school and nursery janitors employed by Cordia, an Arms Length external organisation (ALEO) owned by Glasgow City Council, over working context and demands payments which allow additional pay for arduous work, or working in difficult and dangerous conditions; further …
5 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 5
24th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 11th April 2016
CCTV OPERATORS INDUSTRIAL ACTION IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes the current industrial action undertaken by 19 CCTV operator staff members employed by Community Safety Glasgow, an arms length council company, over the lack of additional payments for shift working; further notes these workers work in 12-hour shifts 365 days a year, including Christmas Day, New …
6 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 6
23rd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
OUR LADY AND ST PATRICK'S HIGH SCHOOL RIDING HIGH
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House welcomes the publication of The Herald league tables of exam performances of secondary schools for 2014-15; notes that the performances of the schools were based on pupils achieving The Herald's benchmark of five or more Highers by the time they leave school; recognises that Our Lady and …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
22nd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 23rd March 2016
INVERNESS CITY REGION DEAL
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House welcomes the announcement of a £315 million Inverness City-Region deal; recognises the significant opportunity the deal offers the area, not only as a boost to the local economy and to jobs but also the positive impact this investment will have on tourist numbers; congratulates the Highland Council, …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
22nd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
DUNFERMLINE ADVOCACY-WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House recognises the importance of Dunfermline Advocacy who work with vulnerable adults with learning difficulties across West Fife, particularly in light of World Down Syndrome Day, held on 21 March; commends it for providing invaluable support friendship, giving service users a chance to be represented and their voice …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 43
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
5th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 22nd March 2016
LEGAL RECOGNITION FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT ASSOCIATE WITH A PARTICULAR GENDER
Tabled by:
Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat - North Norfolk)
That this House recognises the support expressed during the last parliamentary session to address the issues faced by people whose identities are neither male nor female; believes that people are compromised and diminished as a result of inappropriate gender references on their personal identity information; acknowledges that all passports issued …
100 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 30
Independent: 5
Liberal Democrat: 3
Conservative: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
21st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2016
TYCOON IN SCHOOLS HIGHLY COMMENDED AWARD WINNER
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Zack Griffin, of Eastwood High School, on his success in winning the Tycoon in Schools 2015 Highly Commended award, presented at Buckingham Palace by competition founder and star of Dragons' Den, Peter Jones CBE, and HRH The Duke of York; applauds the initiative which Zack showed …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 14 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Independent: 1
21st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st March 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 21st March 2016
THE EDGE AWARD FOR BARRHEAD FOUNDRY LIBRARY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates the team at the library at Barrhead Foundry on winning a prestigious The Edge Award for the innovative way that it provides its service to the public; applauds the innovative and inviting use of targeted library space within the Foundry; commends the East Renfrewshire library staff …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 21st 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
16th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th March 2016
HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS OF SOAPWORKS, EASTERHOUSE
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House notes the work of Soapworks, the UK's largest manufacturer of soaps, based in Glasgow East constituency; further notes that the company was founded by Dame Anita Roddick, a founder of the Body Shop, as a way of putting something back and creating employment opportunities in the Easterhouse …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 2
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 16th March 2016
FINNIESTON, GLASGOW, HOME OF BRITAIN'S HIPPEST PLACE
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly welcomes news that Finnieston in Glasgow has been judged by The Times to be Britain's hippest place to live; considers that Finnieston, which was one of only two Scottish communities to be nominated for the award, has been greatly transformed as a vibrant community in recent …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
15th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 16th March 2016
FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE CIVIL WAR IN SYRIA
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House notes that 18 March 2016 marks the five year anniversary of the civil war in Syria; calls on all parties at the UN peace talks in Geneva this week to redouble their efforts in finding a political solution to the war; further notes that since starting an …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 5
Independent: 2
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th March 2016
RENFREWSHIRE PROVOST COMMUNITY AWARDS
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House recognises all of those who won an award and were nominated for Renfrewshire Council's Provost Community Awards, held on 11 March 2016; notes that 70 nominations were submitted and that the awards ceremony is designed to recognise local community activists for their selfless dedication to others; congratulates …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th March 2016
SAFER BIRTHS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is shocked that more than 3,500 babies are stillborn in the UK every year, one of the worst rates in the developed world so that the UK currently ranks 21st out of 49 similar high income countries; is aware that more babies die in the womb or …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 7
Independent: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
14th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th 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
9th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 10th 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
20th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 10th March 2016
NUCLEAR CONVOYS
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House notes with concern reports that nuclear convoys are regularly driven through the UK; understands that according to Nukewatch the convoys regularly travel through towns and cities close to schools, homes and businesses; condemns what it sees as an unacceptable risk to public safety; calls on the Government …
58 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th March 2016
OOR WULLIE'S 80TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House celebrates the 80th birthday of Dundee comic character, Oor Wullie; notes that Oor Wullie has been causing havoc since 8 March 1936 when he first appeared in DC Thomson, Dundee publication, the Sunday Post; recognises the work of creator Robert Low and cartoonist Dudley Watkins; further notes …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 41
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Independent: 3
Labour: 2
2nd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
2nd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MEALS DAY
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House welcomes the celebration of the fourth International School Meals Day on 3 March 2016; commends the work that schools across the globe are doing to raise awareness of the importance of the nutritional quality of school meal programmes and healthy eating; congratulates Children in Scotland which manages …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 3
2nd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th March 2016
LIVING WAGE AND WORKERS IN THE WATER INDUSTRY
Tabled by:
Angela Smith (Liberal Democrat - Penistone and Stocksbridge)
That this House notes that the 18 water companies in England, Scotland and Wales retained excess profits of £1.2 billion over the last five years; further notes that UNISON is campaigning to get all water companies to sign up as Living Wage employers; applauds South East Water, Scottish Water, Northumbria …
53 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Crossbench: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th 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
1st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
RB CUNNINGHAME GRAHAM
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House remembers RB Cunninghame Graham who was first elected to Parliament in 1886 and who died on 20 March 1936; notes that he was a Scottish politician, writer, journalist and adventurer, that he entered Parliament as a radical Liberal Party member standing on a platform of the abolition …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
1st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
EMBARGO ON ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Tom Brake (Liberal Democrat - Carshalton and Wallington)
That this House calls for an immediate embargo on the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia in light of alleged international humanitarian law violations relating to the conflict in Yemen; acknowledges that on 25 February 2016 the European Parliament voted for a European Union-wide embargo on the sale of arms …
59 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 15
Liberal Democrat: 5
Independent: 4
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
29th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd March 2016
CONTRIBUTION TO ACADEMIC AND PUBLIC LIFE OF SIR NEIL MACCORMICK
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House acknowledges the vast contribution made to academic and public life by the late Professor Sir Neil MacCormick; notes in particular the legacy of his academic accomplishments not least at the University of Edinburgh and his contribution to politics as a Member of the European Parliament and then …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 3
Social Democratic & Labour Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 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
1st March 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 1st March 2016
GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL 2016
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Glasgow Film Festival (GFF) took place from 17 to 28 February 2016; recognises that this year's GFF, which was hosted in the Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) and several other iconic venues across Glasgow, hosted 60 UK film premieres and recorded over 42,000 admissions to …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
29th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
25th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 29th February 2016
INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO COMPASS ASYLUM CONTRACTS
Tabled by:
Stuart C McDonald (Scottish National Party - Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East)
That this House expresses its serious concern about the allegations in The Times Scotland on Thursday 18 February of dehumanising treatment, neglect and poor standards of accommodation for those seeking asylum in the UK who have been dispersed to Glasgow; notes that these allegations pertain to Orchard and Shipman in …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
25th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 25th February 2016
SCOTTISH REFUGEE COUNCIL'S KEY PRINCIPLES OF PROTECTION
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House welcomes the Scottish Refugee Council's Key Principles of Protection launched to mark the end of its 30th anniversary year, which witnessed ever greater numbers of people fleeing for their lives in pursuit of safety, and the highest number of displaced persons since records began; believes that the …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
23rd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th February 2016
USE OF UK AIRBASES FOR US AIRSTRIKES IN LIBYA
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House is disappointed that the Secretary of State for Defence has authorised the US use of UK bases, in particular RAF Lakenheath, for US airstrikes in Libya; notes that such action has not been the subject of debate or a vote in the House of Commons; believes that …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Non-affiliated: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
22nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th February 2016
SCOTS GAELIC AND GOOGLE TRANSLATE
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House applauds Google on introducing Scots Gaelic to its Translate application; considers it an important cultural language and icon in the constituency of Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch, across the Highlands and Islands and Scotland as a whole; hopes that the audio-verbalisation available on other languages will soon be …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
23rd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th February 2016
SYRIAN AIRSTRIKES
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th February 2016
BRITISH SCIENTISTS AND GRAVITATIONAL WAVES
Tabled by:
Valerie Vaz (Labour - Walsall South)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 25th February 2016
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE SCHOOL BUS CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House congratulates people across the South Lanarkshire Council area who campaigned to prevent the withdrawal of school bus services for some pupils; recognises that concerted and consistent pressure from campaigners has led to the reversal of the plans by the local authority; agrees that school bus transport entitlement …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016
INAUGURAL EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly welcomes the announcement that Glasgow and Berlin will co-host the inaugural European Championships between 1 and 12 August 2015; notes that athletics will be held in Berlin, aquatics in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Loch Lomond, gymnastics and cycling in Glasgow, golf in Gleneagles and rowing and triathalon …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016
ADELE PATRICK: SCOTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates Adele Patrick, Glasgow Women's Library's (GWL) lifelong learning and creative development manager on being crowned the 53rd Evening Times Scotswomen of the Year; greatly appreciates her efforts over the past 25 years to build GWL into an internationally-recognised museum; notes that the GWL is a …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
24th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016
CARNEGIE UK TEST TOWN GRAND FINAL
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Carnegie UK Test Town Grand Final will be taking place in the Briggait and Saltmarket in Glasgow between 25 and 27 February 2016; congratulates the 12 outstanding finalists from Walthamstow, Great Yarmouth, Huddersfield, Heanor, Ellesmere Port, Carmickfergus, Enniscorthy, Perth, Falkirk, and Bridgend who were …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Plaid Cymru: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
24th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 24th February 2016
SCOTT QUIN
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Scott Quin, from Loanhead, Midlothian, on his nomination as Sporting Hero at the Daily Record Our Heroes ceremony; recognises that Scott was diagnosed with Crouzon syndrome at birth and given a three per cent chance of survival; further recognises that he has gone on to become …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
22nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
ARMED FORCES AND VETERANS STRATEGY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House commends the Scottish Government's publication of a renewed Armed Forces and Veterans Strategy, Renewing Our Commitments, launched on 23 February 2016 by Veterans Minister, Keith Brown; congratulates the Scottish Government on its ongoing commitment to supporting our service personnel and veterans; notes the important achievements of the …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 11 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
THE NHS BURSARY
Tabled by:
Wes Streeting (Labour - Ilford North)
That this House celebrates the contribution of student nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and other healthcare staff; has serious concerns about the potential impact of removing NHS bursaries on the recruitment and retention of staff; and calls on the Government to drop its plans to remove NHS bursaries and instead …
156 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 75
Scottish National Party: 32
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Non-affiliated: 3
Liberal Democrat: 2
The Independent Group for Change: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
8th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 22nd February 2016
USE OF CAGES TO REAR BIRDS FOR SHOOTING
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that every year some 50 million pheasants and partridges are mass-produced to be shot for so-called sport and that a large number of the breeding birds are confined for the whole of their productive lives in unnatural, unpleasant, crowded metal battery units, known in …
117 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 53
Scottish National Party: 25
Independent: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Liberal Democrat: 2
Non-affiliated: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 11th February 2016
REFUGEES WELCOME TO PERTH AND KINROSS
Tabled by:
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh (Scottish National Party - Ochil and South Perthshire)
That this House highlights the work carried out by the officers and elected members of Perth and Kinross Council in successfully welcoming families who have recently fled the conflict in Syria to seek a safer life in Scotland; acknowledges the hard work and dedication of a huge range of service …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 1
25th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th February 2016
WILD ANIMALS IN CIRCUSES
Tabled by:
Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour - Poplar and Limehouse)
That this House notes that a ban on the use of wild animals in circuses was included in the manifestos of the Conservative, Labour and Green parties at the recent general election, showing the unified support across the House on this animal protection issue; recalls that 94 per cent of …
81 signatures
(Most recent: 1 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 38
Scottish National Party: 11
Conservative: 4
Independent: 4
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
9th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 9th 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
4th February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 4th February 2016
PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR BETWEEN BOYS AND GIRLS
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Action Scotland Against Stalking on gaining an Awards for All grant of £8,478 from the Big Lottery Fund; appreciates that this funding will be used to carry out a schools-based project which will promote respectful positive behaviours between boys and girls, using football and futsal activities …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 4th February 2016
HITTING HORSES IN RACING
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House notes with concern that racehorses are routinely beaten with a whip under rules set by the industry's regulatory body, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA); further notes that these rules explicitly sanction the use of the whip for so-called encouragement, in order that jockeys may try to improve …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Apr 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 20
Scottish National Party: 10
Liberal Democrat: 2
Independent: 2
Crossbench: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
MOTHERWELL DEMENTIA GARDEN
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House recognises the hard work of NHS Lanarkshire's Motherwell Community Mental Health Team for Older People and the work of local people and businesses that have also contributed to the project with practical help, fundraising and donations, in completing Motherwell's Dementia Garden which is designed to bring those …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
2nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
MOTHERWELL AND WISHAW POLICE EXCELLENCE AWARD
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates the Motherwell and Wishaw Police Scotland division on their success in winning the award for Greatest Contribution to Policing Priorities at the first-ever Scottish Policing Excellence Awards for their You're Asking For It campaign to combat the illegal supply of alcohol to minors and underage drinking; …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
2nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
ATC AND CCF 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
WISHAW GENERAL HOSPITAL MIDWIFE AWARD NOMINATION
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House welcomes the news that midwives of ward 23 in Wishaw General Hospital have been implementing a post-delivery debriefing project using the method of teach back which ensures that mothers' personal needs are understood and fulfilled during the birthing process and that mothers understand their personal birthing process; …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
2nd February 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
GORDON REID AND AUSTRALIAN OPEN TITLE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 2nd February 2016
BRAEHOLM NAVAL FAMILY AND ACCOMMODATION CENTRE
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House regrets the decision by the naval charity Aggie Weston's to close The Braeholm Naval Family and Accommodation Centre in Helensburgh in June 2016; notes that this decision comes at a time when the number of naval personnel expected to serve at HM Naval Base Clyde is proposed …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
27th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 1st February 2016
LGBT HISTORY MONTH
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 2016, held in commemoration of the 13th anniversary of the abolition of Section 28; affirms this month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans history, as well as the histories of gay rights and related civil …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Labour: 1
28th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 28th 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
20th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th 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
20th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 20th January 2016
BROKEN RAINBOW'S RAINBOW DOT CAMPAIGN
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House supports the Rainbow Dot campaign to be launched on 4 February 2016 by Broken Rainbow UK to highlight the existence of LGBT domestic violence; recognises Broken Rainbow UK as the national organisation that works with LGBT victims, survivors and perpetrators of domestic abuse; understands that incidents of …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
19th January 2016
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
13th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
HM REVENUE AND CUSTOMS' BUILDING OUR FUTURE PLAN
Tabled by:
Jim Cunningham (Labour - Coventry South)
That this House is concerned at HM Revenue and Customs' (HMRC) plan with the misnomer Building Our Future which will reduce its offices from 170 to 17; notes that these proposals are driven by the Department's need to end the costly Mapeley PFI estates contract; believes that a centralised, remote …
76 signatures
(Most recent: 3 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 29
Labour: 18
Independent: 5
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
13th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
NEWSQUEST TITLES IN GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House regrets the decision of Newsquest to cut as many as 25 journalist posts at the Herald and Evening Times newspapers in Scotland, placing the titles' future at severe risk; notes that this is the fourth round of redundancies at the Glasgow newspapers in the last 14 months, …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 27 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
13th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
LORDS SPIRITUAL AND SCOTTISH DEBATES AND VOTES
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House calls on the following 26 Bishops of the Church of England as Lords Spiritual of the House of Lords to desist in debating and voting on Scottish legislation; further calls on the Archbishop of Canterbury, Archbishop of York, Bishop of London, Bishop of Durham, Bishop of Winchester, …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 19 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 34
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
12th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
INTERNATIONAL PRECEDENTS ON SECESSION BY AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises the findings of the Arbitration Commission on Yugoslavia that declared successor states together settle all aspects of secession by agreements; recognises that when agreement cannot be reached the presumption is that debt remains with the predecessor state; and further notes that the UK is not a …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
12th January 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
THE SCOTTISH ADJACENT WATERS BOUNDARIES ORDER 1999
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House recognises that the Scottish Adjacent Waters Boundaries Order 1999 is considered irreconcilable with international law and the intent of Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), and inconsistent with precedent established through the Anglo-French Arbitration, 18 ILM (1979), the Iceland-Jan Mayen (Norway) …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Independent: 1
12th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
PARKHEAD HOUSING ASSOCIATION (No. 2)
Tabled by:
Natalie McGarry (Independent - Glasgow East)
That this House congratulates Parkhead Housing Association on its recent accreditation as a Living Wage employer; recognises the crucial importance of organisations in the private, public and social sectors paying decent wages and setting positive examples by paying the real Living Wage; notes Parkhead Housing Association's contribution to the community …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 1
12th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
DAVID BOWIE
Tabled by:
Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party - Strangford)
That this House extends its deepest sympathies to the family of David Bowie; notes he was a musical companion to many for more than 40 years; remembers his fantastic music; and celebrates his musical legacy which will live on for generations to come.
24 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
11th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
RECOGNITION OF STORNOWAY BLACK PUDDING
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House welcomes the recognition of black pudding, Marag Dhubh in Gaelic, as a superfood; notes that its calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and protein-rich nature make the black pudding an excellent addition to a healthy, balanced diet; expresses pleasure at the economic benefits to Stornoway butchers of its EU …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 4
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
11th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
IMMIGRATION
Tabled by:
Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat - Westmorland and Lonsdale)
That an humble Address be presented to Her Majesty, praying that the Immigration Act 2014 (Commencement No. 6) Order 2016 (S.I., 2016, No. 11), dated 6 January 2016, a copy of which was laid before this House on 11 January 2016, be annulled.
67 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 17
Independent: 4
Liberal Democrat: 3
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
11th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
HUMANITARIAN CRISIS ON THE SYRIAN/LEBANESE BORDER
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House is deeply concerned about the plight of the people of the Syrian town of Madaya following news reports that its 40,000 inhabitants are in desperate need of assistance, with food and water in severely short supply; acknowledges that Madaya, along with other towns on the Syrian-Lebanese border, …
41 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
11th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
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
7th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
AVOIDANCE OF MARITIME TRAGEDY BY EASTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL PUPIL
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates 13 year old Andrew Paton, a pupil at Eastwood High School, on being designated East Renfrewshire's Citizen of the Year 2015; notes that Andrew's prompt action saved the life of his grandfather, Sandy Malcolm, of Tighnabruaich, who fell out of a speedboat after the vessel was …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
7th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT 2000
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
This House believes that the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act 2000 exists to, amongst other things, help hold the Government account and improve the public's understanding of what it does; notes that a 2012 Justice Committee inquiry applauded the Act as significant enhancement of our democracy and that, in 2010, …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Labour: 5
Independent: 3
Non-affiliated: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
ANNIVERSARY OF CHARLIE HEBDO ATTACK
Tabled by:
Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party - Dunfermline and West Fife)
That this House commemorates the anniversary of the attacks in Paris against the offices of Charlie Hebdo magazine; remembers the journalists, the police officer and other citizens who fell victim to the attack; recognises the tragedy as an attack on the right of free speech and that, in light of …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 3 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 2
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Plaid Cymru: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
7th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 14th January 2016
COMMEMORATING HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2016
Tabled by:
Tulip Siddiq (Labour - Hampstead and Kilburn)
That this House notes that on 27 January 2016 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 2016 …
84 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 20
Independent: 8
Conservative: 7
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 13th January 2016
REVOLT ON THE CLYDE 1919
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House remembers the Clyde Workers Committee which sought to demand a 40 hour working week for all workers; recognises the historical, social and cultural importance of the calling of the General Strike and Clyde Revolt to seek the implementation of the 40 hour week; further recognises those who …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 4 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Labour: 4
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 13th January 2016
TRIDENT REPLACEMENT
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House notes the publication of the Strategic Defence and Security Review and the National Security Strategy; further notes that the estimated cost of replacing the Vanguard Class of nuclear armed submarines has increased to £31 billion with a £10 billion contingency, and that the date of entry into …
56 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
6th January 2016
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 7th January 2016
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 November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 5th January 2016
UK ARMS SALES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House believes that Saudi Arabia is ruled by one of the most repressive regimes in the world which does not allow freedom of expression or association; notes with concern the systematic human rights abuses that occur within Saudi Arabia, including the extensive use of the death penalty, the …
33 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 14
Labour: 3
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
16th December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
10th December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th December 2015
SCOTTISH REFUGEE COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Anne McLaughlin (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North East)
That this House congratulates the Scottish Refugee Council on its thirtieth anniversary; notes that it is a leading human rights agency and has been responding to refugee needs caused by events across the world since 10 December 1985, most recently coordinating the humanitarian response of the public in Scotland to …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th December 2015
TRADE IN SERVICES AGREEMENT
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House is opposed to the Trade in Services Agreement (TISA) currently being negotiated at EU level, which would lead to more public services being outsourced to private companies, would transfer powers to regulate the UK labour market from Parliament to private companies, and prioritise the profits of corporations …
37 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 10
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
8th December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
KIRKTON CHURCH AND GRAVEYARD PRESERVATION
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House understands that through a community-led project, people in Burntisland and beyond are currently attempting to raise funds to ensure the preservation of Kirkton Church and graveyard; acknowledges that the site is of historical importance, with the churchyard containing ruins of a medieval place of burial dating back …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
8th December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
PLAY AS ONE SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House commends the work of Play As One Scotland (PA1S), who support the right of children to play together, regardless of ability; understands that the charity aims to ensure that children and young people have equal access to local play and leisure opportunities; congratulates PA1S on raising over …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 6 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
3rd December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 8th December 2015
UNVEILING OF TRACY'S TREE ON MARYHILL ROAD, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the unveiling of a new public Christmas tree on Maryhill Road, Glasgow, outside the Burgh Halls; notes that the Christmas tree has been established as the result of an idea and fundraising campaign by local resident, Jackie Lennox, who was inspired by the memory of her …
19 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Labour: 1
7th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 3rd December 2015
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
2nd December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 2nd December 2015
GAELIC BROADCASTING BBC ALBA FUNDING REDUCTIONS
Tabled by:
Angus Brendan MacNeil (Independent - Na h-Eileanan an Iar)
That this House calls on the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the Scotland Office and HM Treasury to reverse their planned cut, 100 per cent of their funding contribution, of £1 million to BBC Alba; and further notes that the same Autumn Statement is delivering £150 million of …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
1st December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st 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
1st December 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
PATRYK TOPOLSKI AND THE HELEN McGREGOR AWARD
Tabled by:
Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party - Motherwell and Wishaw)
That this House congratulates Patryk Topolski, winner of this year's Helen McGregor Award; recognises that he is the youngest-ever winner of the award, which is given annually to recognise a significant contribution to a local community by people who give freely of their own time and efforts to improve local …
43 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
30th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 1st December 2015
WORLD AIDS DAY 2015
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House recognises World AIDS Day 2015 which takes place on 1 December 2015; further recognises that the day allows for people throughout the world to unite in support of the fight against HIV; notes that many parliamentarians, as well as the wider public, have shown their support for …
62 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
26th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
J. M. BARRIE AND THE PETER PAN MOAT BRAE TRUST
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House celebrates the cultural contribution of J. M. Barrie to Scottish literature and history; welcomes with great excitement the work of the Peter Pan Moat Brae Trust, which was created with the vision to open a Centre for Children's Literature and Storytelling, and a Neverland Discovery Garden, in …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
26th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
LOCAL SUPPORT FOR FAIRTRADE
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House recognises the important role that Fairtrade towns have played in improving the lives of the poorest producers in the world; commends the work of campaigners and businesses in the UK in maintaining ethical business practices pertaining to the Fairtrade movement; notes with pride that Scotland gained Fairtrade …
45 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Conservative: 1
26th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Thursday 26th November 2015
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH CHARITY-BASED BUSINESSES
Tabled by:
Richard Arkless (Scottish National Party - Dumfries and Galloway)
That this House states its support for local charity-based businesses like the Usual Place Café in Dumfries, whose core objective is to create employability, training and wider citizenship opportunities for young adults with additional support needs; is committed to offering prospects like these in communities across Scotland and welcomes the …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 1
Labour: 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
23rd November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 23rd November 2015
PROMOTE FAIRTRADE
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House acknowledges that Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath constituency has three Fairtrade towns, Dalgety Bay, Burntisland and Lochgelly, which is more than any other constituency in Fife; understands that Dalgety Bay is one of the leaders of the Fairtrade movement in Fife; recognises that the Fairtrade Foundation is a global …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 2
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
23rd November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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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WORK OF THE SCOTTISH HISTORIC TRUST
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House recognises the excellent work undertaken by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust, a charitable organisation dedicated to the regeneration of historic buildings; understands that its preservation efforts ensure that a Scottish historical legacy is maintained within the built environment; acknowledges that after completion of restorative works the historic buildings …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 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
9th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 9th November 2015
HMS GANNET SAR HELICOPTER CREW AWARD
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House honours the outstanding courage, team-work and professionalism of the crew of Search and Rescue Helicopter R177 from HMS Gannet, comprising of Lt Lewis (Observer/SAR Cdr), Lt Cdr Fuller (P1/Handling Pilot), Lt Hammond (P2) and POACMN Henson (Aircrewman) who recently received the Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award in …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Labour: 1
4th November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 4th November 2015
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
3rd November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd November 2015
NEILSTON: SCOTLAND'S FIRST EVER CYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House congratulates Neilston Development Trust on the award of Scotland's first-ever Cycle Friendly Community Award for its Cycle Neilston! programme of events, activities and services; notes that the Cycle Friendly Community Award was launched by Cycling Scotland to recognise the efforts of communities and groups in promoting cycling …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 10 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
3rd November 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 3rd November 2015
CARERS ALLOWANCE EARNINGS LIMIT
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House believes that carers provide a valuable service to the community and should be encouraged and supported to remain in education or employment while undertaking their caring responsibilities; notes the terms on the Government website, which states that the earnings limit for those receiving careers allowance is no …
50 signatures
(Most recent: 13 Jan 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 2
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
21st October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 30th October 2015
JUNIOR DOCTORS
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
"at end add 'and; while the Scottish Government has no intention to enforce contract change upon junior doctors in Scotland, this House wishes to show solidarity with junior doctors within NHS England and does not wish to see a return to an unsafe culture of long working hours.'."
27 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
26th October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 26th October 2015
EAST PARK SCHOOL, GLASGOW
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates East Park School, Glasgow, on its programme of celebrations marking 140 years since its foundation in 1874; notes that the school, based in the Maryhill area of the city, is a registered charity providing education and supported accommodation services to children and young people with additional …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
26th October 2015
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GLASGOW NORTH WEST WOMEN'S CENTRE
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House acknowledges the important work of the Glasgow North West Women's Centre, based in the Maryhill area of the city; notes that the Centre aims to bring women together and enable them to tackle issues of importance and to find practical ways of improving their situation, and to …
23 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Independent: 1
26th October 2015
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145 YEARS OF THE ARLINGTON BATHS CLUB
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the Arlington Baths Club, Glasgow, on its 145th anniversary; notes that the club, founded in 1870, is the oldest private baths club in the world, and is owned and run by its members on a not-for-profit basis; further notes its many contributions to health, wellbeing and …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
Independent: 1
26th October 2015
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GIVE ART GLASGOW PROJECT
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House welcomes the launch of the Give Art Glasgow project, an initiative led by local artists in Glasgow to provide arts and creative materials to children and young people who rely on food banks; notes the collaboration between the project and the Greater Maryhill Food Bank in Glasgow, …
27 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Independent: 1
22nd October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 2015
GOVERNMENT POLICY ON YEMEN
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all travel to Yemen and advises those there to leave immediately due to the deteriorating military and humanitarian situation in that country; welcomes the comprehensive report produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Yemen; calls on the Home …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 16 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
18th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 22nd October 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
20th October 2015
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MEMBERS REPRESENTING SCOTTISH CONSTITUENCIES AND HEATHROW EXPANSION
Tabled by:
Drew Hendry (Scottish National Party - Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey)
That this House urges the Secretary of State for Transport to confirm that the decision on where to construct additional runway capacity in the south east of England cannot just be a matter for hon. Members representing English constituencies; further calls on him to confirm that at every stage of …
39 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
20th October 2015
17 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 9
Independent: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
19th October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 19th October 2015
TICKET TOUTING
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that ticket touting benefits neither customers, fans, athletes, artists nor the groups and venues involved in the organisation and staging of cultural and sporting events; notes that ticket touts are people who deliberately purchase tickets for an event in bulk with the shameless aim to sell …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
14th October 2015
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EAST REN CONVOY TO CALAIS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House applauds the great energy, enthusiasm and teamwork of the large group of volunteers working as part of the East Ren Convoy to Calais group in East Renfrewshire; notes the vast quantity of donations which they have received from the generous people in that area's communities; commends the …
20 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th October 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 13th October 2015
GLASGOW AIRPORT: UK AIRPORT OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Airport on being awarded Airport of the Year at the 2015 National Transport Awards; notes that this awards ceremony was held on 8 October 2015 at the Westminster Park Plaza in London and aims to celebrate successful national and local transport projects; acknowledges that this …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
17th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 12th October 2015
TRANSATLANTIC TRADE AND INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
Tabled by:
Caroline Lucas (Green Party - Brighton, Pavilion)
That this House is extremely concerned about the potential impact of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) on the ability of hon. Members to make decisions in the public interest; in particular opposes the investor state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanism which would give foreign corporations enhanced legal power to …
99 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 25
Independent: 4
Plaid Cymru: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
17th September 2015
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SCOTTISH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION GRASSROOTS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Peter Frame of Loanhead on being recognised as Scottish Football Association Grassroots Volunteer of the Year; notes that Peter has been coaching young footballers for more than 41 years; and commends the commitment of volunteers across the country who give up their time to encourage, support …
24 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 19
17th September 2015
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NEWTONGRANGE BANK CLOSURE
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House recognises the detrimental impact of the prospective closure of the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Newtongrange to the people and businesses in Midlothian; and applauds the effort of the community and its efforts to oppose this closure and highlighting the negative impact this will have on …
21 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
17th September 2015
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BORDERS RAILWAY
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House welcomes the opening of the Borders Railway on 9 September 2015; recognises the benefit that this transport link will bring to communities in Midlothian and the Scottish Borders; and notes that this railway project is the longest completed in the UK for more than 100 years and …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
15th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2015
ST PAUL'S (WHITEINCH) PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House recognises the outstanding contribution to education in Glasgow made by Mr Martin Hardie, headteacher of St Paul's Primary in Whiteinch, over the last 38 years and deputy headteacher, Mrs Eileen McSween, over the last 37 years; notes in particular their dedication and service to the children of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
15th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2015
GLASGOW - THE INSPIRING CITY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House warmly congratulates each of the winners and finalists of the 2015 Inspiring City Awards held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on 10 September 2015; further congratulates Glasgow Life and Celtic Connections for scooping the Art and Culture award; commends the Celtic FC Foundation for winning …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
8th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 15th September 2015
UK ARMS SALES TO ISRAEL
Tabled by:
Alan Meale (Labour - Mansfield)
That this House notes the report published by War on Want in July 2015 entitled Arming Apartheid: UK Complicity in Israel's Crimes Against the Palestinian People, which details the UK's arms trade with Israel; further notes that, despite promises given, UK-made weapons and military technologies continue to be sold to …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 7 Mar 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 11
Labour: 11
Plaid Cymru: 2
Non-affiliated: 1
Green Party: 1
14th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 14th September 2015
MIDLOTHIAN WEST BY-ELECTION
Tabled by:
Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party - Midlothian)
That this House congratulates Councillor Kelly Parry on her election as the Scottish National Party's (SNP) latest elected representative following her decisive victory in the local authority by-election in Midlothian West in Midlothian Council; believes that Councillor Parry is the youngest female representative ever elected to Midlothian Council; recognises that …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
14th September 2015
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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
14th September 2015
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TESS 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by:
Roger Mullin (Scottish National Party - Kirkcaldy and Cowdenbeath)
That this House congratulates the Times Educational Supplement Scotland in reaching its 50th anniversary; recognises the importance it has played as a forum for education debate in Scotland; praises the consistent high quality of its journalists, columnists and letter writers; and looks forward a further 50 years of independent educational …
22 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 15
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
11th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Friday 11th September 2015
SCOURIE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD
Tabled by:
Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross)
That this House congratulates Scourie Community Development Company Limited in receiving a £54,000 award from the Scottish Land Fund to purchase land to establish a GeoCentre for the North West Highland Geopark; and commends its work to improve tourism infrastructure in its remote location in the north of Scotland.
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
10th September 2015
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CONVERGENCE UPLIFT FOR SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Ian Blackford (Scottish National Party - Ross, Skye and Lochaber)
That this House calls on the Government to review with immediate effect the disbursement of convergence uplift payments and not wait for a review in 2016-17 as currently proposed; recognises that in 2013, the EU gave the UK a convergence dividend of 230 million euros largely as a result of …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
10th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 10th September 2015
ZERO WASTE WEEK
Tabled by:
Margaret Ferrier (Independent - Rutherglen and Hamilton West)
That this House celebrates Zero Waste Week 2015, which runs between 7 and 13 September 2015; notes that it is in its eighth year owing to the hard work of founder Rachelle Strauss, co-ordinating the project in her own free time; further notes that this campaign has been successful on …
35 signatures
(Most recent: 29 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Independent: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
9th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 9th September 2015
TRIDENT RENEWAL
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House notes that the Chancellor of the Exchequer visited the Faslane Naval Base to announce £500 million of spending; is concerned that this announcement pre-empts a final decision on Trident replacement; and calls on the Government to ensure that any decision on the Trident replacement is subject to …
67 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 39
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Non-affiliated: 1
9th September 2015
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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
8th September 2015
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TURNER PRIZE IN GLASGOW IN 2015
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House notes that works of the four shortlisted nominees for the Turner Prize 2015 will be exhibited at the Tramway Theatre in Glasgow from 1 October 2015 to 17 January 2016, the first time that the Turner Prize has been held in Scotland; believes that the hosting of …
30 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 20
Labour: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th September 2015
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VICTIM SUPPORT SOUTH AYRSHIRE
Tabled by:
Corri Wilson (Scottish National Party - Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock)
That this House congratulates Victim Support South Ayrshire on reaching its 25th anniversary; acknowledges the value of providing free confidential, practical and emotional support and information to victims, witnesses and anyone affected by crime; and commends the amazing efforts of the trained staff and volunteers in delivering this service to …
25 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
AIRDRIE SUPPORTERS' TRUST KIT AID TO MONGOLIA
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House recognises the outstanding charitable work carried out by the Airdrie Supporters' Trust in the local area, but also internationally as part of the Kit Aid campaign; notes that the Trust has been collecting old football kits from local supporters in exchange for free Airdrieonians season tickets and …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
SCHOOL UNIFORM BANKS
Tabled by:
Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party - East Renfrewshire)
That this House notes the emerging network of volunteer-run Back to School Banks aimed at helping families affected by benefits cuts, unemployment, or low pay by equipping children with school uniforms and other essentials such as bags and pencils; recognises the contribution of Sandra Douglas of East Renfrewshire and Deborah …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
7th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
RENFREWSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House welcomes Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce becoming the first chamber in the UK to be awarded Living Wage Accreditation and in the process paying its staff the official living wage of £7.85 an hour; notes the benefits that can be brought to businesses in paying its staff a …
34 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Labour: 1
7th September 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 7th September 2015
PAISLEY'S CITY OF CULTURE BID
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House supports the bid being prepared by Paisley to be awarded City of Culture status in 2021; recognises the town's great cultural strengths, including the world famous Paisley Pattern, which dates back to a time when the town was world-leading in textile production; celebrates the rich history of …
31 signatures
(Most recent: 12 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 21
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
21st July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 21st July 2015
NAMING OF THE NATIONAL LIVING WAGE
Tabled by:
Chris Law (Scottish National Party - Dundee West)
That this House condemns the Government's naming of its so-called National Living Wage, while welcoming this de facto increase of the minimum wage; notes that this living wage aims to be based on a percentage of median income, rather than need; considers this an invidious attempt to devalue the term …
70 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 35
Labour: 11
Independent: 3
Plaid Cymru: 2
20th July 2015
63 signatures
(Most recent: 15 Dec 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 11
Independent: 2
Plaid Cymru: 2
Green Party: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
16th July 2015
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OUR POWER ENERGY
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House welcomes the establishment of Our Power Energy, the first UK energy company to operate on a non-profit distribution basis, which hopes to reduce bills to customers by as much as 10 per cent; recognises that Our Power Energy has been founded by 35 organisations, including many of …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 9 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
14th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 16th July 2015
TREATMENT OF LOW-PAID EMPLOYEES BY SOTHEBY'S
Tabled by:
Roger Godsiff (Labour - Birmingham, Hall Green)
That this House condemns in the strongest possible terms the employment practices of Sotheby's and its cleaning contractor Servest, concerning cleaners and porters who are members of the trade union United Voices of the World (UVW); is appalled that Sotheby's and Servest consider peaceful protest to be an act of …
42 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 15
Scottish National Party: 14
Independent: 3
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
13th July 2015
121 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 60
Scottish National Party: 26
Independent: 6
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
Green Party: 1
15th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
ST ABBS LIFEBOAT
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House supports the campaign to save the St Abbs lifeboat in Berwickshire from closure; notes that St Abbs is the largest diving area in the UK and that there is a risk that the removal of a locally-based lifeboat able to respond to incidents rapidly will discourage recreational …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
15th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
MR GEORGE O'GRADY
Tabled by:
Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party - Gordon)
That this House congratulates Mr George O'Grady on his 40 years service to the European Tour of Golf and for the last few years as Chief Executive; notes his substantial contribution to the development of the game and to his being instrumental in having golf reinstated as an Olympic sport …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
KING'S OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS AND GALLIPOLI DAY
Tabled by:
Calum Kerr (Scottish National Party - Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk)
That this House notes that 12 July 2015 marked the 100th anniversary of what is known as Gallipoli Day, when more than 300 officers and men of the King's Own Scottish Borderers were killed, with 42 of them from the town of Kelso; laments the fact that this was the …
47 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 2
Labour: 1
15th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 15th July 2015
OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - North East Fife)
That this House congratulates the Royal and Ancient Golf Club on hosting the 144th Open Championship on the historic Old Course at St Andrews, the Home of Golf; notes that this is the 29th time The Open has been played on the Old Course, making it the most frequent host …
44 signatures
(Most recent: 8 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 26
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Labour: 1
14th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 14th July 2015
FAIR PAY FOR APPRENTICES
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House believes that apprenticeships are an essential part of the workplace and are an invaluable opportunity for young people to earn a living and learn a trade or profession; recognises the immense contribution that apprenticeship schemes make to individuals' lives, private sector, third sector and public sector organisations, …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 26 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 7
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
13th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 13th July 2015
ISRAELI MILITARY TREATMENT OF PALESTINIAN CHILDREN
Tabled by:
Philippa Whitford (Scottish National Party - Central Ayrshire)
That this House condemns the charging of Palestinian children with offences under Israeli military law and their trial in military courts since the occupation of Palestinian territory in 1967; further condemns the arrests, detention and prosecution of around 700 Palestinian children in the Israeli military court system each year; acknowledges …
72 signatures
(Most recent: 22 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
Labour: 19
Plaid Cymru: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
Conservative: 1
13th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 13th July 2015
FORTH BRIDGE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Tabled by:
Michelle Thomson (Independent - Edinburgh West)
That this House notes, with great pleasure, the listing of that triumph of Victorian design, the Forth Bridge, also known as the Forth Rail Bridge, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fifth such site of special cultural or physical significance in Scotland, and the 28th in these islands; welcomes …
60 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Sep 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 3
Independent: 3
Conservative: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
The Independent Group for Change: 1
8th July 2015
36 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th July 2015
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HOMELESSNESS CASEWORKERS AND GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House notes that UNISON members employed as homelessness caseworkers by Glasgow City Council are now marking their 15th week of continuous, all-out industrial action over pay and grading issues, seeking parity with other social work staff undertaking similar tasks; further notes that the Council has attempted to discuss …
26 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
7th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015
ANGOLAN BOOK GROUP ARRESTS
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
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
2nd June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 7th July 2015
TRIDENT AND THE STRATEGIC DEFENCE AND SECURITY REVIEW
Tabled by:
Jeremy Corbyn (Independent - Islington North)
That this House notes that a decision on the replacement of the Trident nuclear weapon submarines is due in the life of this Parliament; further notes that the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) will precede that decision; recognises that international circumstances have significantly changed from those in which the …
96 signatures
(Most recent: 17 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 33
Labour: 30
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 2
Green Party: 1
Liberal Democrat: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
HIV PEER-LED SUPPORT
Tabled by:
Lisa Cameron (Conservative - East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow)
That this House recognises the importance of peer-led support for people living with HIV in managing a long-term condition that is too often met with stigma in society; notes that there are now over 1,000 people living with HIV and evidence demonstrates that peer support can improve people's understanding and …
52 signatures
(Most recent: 20 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 25
Labour: 4
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
6th July 2015
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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
22nd June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 2015
CLOSURES OF ABORTION CLINICS
Tabled by:
Diane Abbott (Independent - 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
10th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 6th July 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
27th May 2015
38 signatures
(Most recent: 25 Nov 2015)
Signatures by party:
Labour: 19
Scottish National Party: 8
Plaid Cymru: 2
Independent: 1
Green Party: 1
30th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Tuesday 30th June 2015
CALLING TIME ON NUISANCE CALLS
Tabled by:
Patricia Gibson (Scottish National Party - North Ayrshire and Arran)
That this House recognises that too many members of the public are bombarded with nuisance calls and texts which is a huge issue of concern; is aware that the Which? campaign, Calling Time on Nuisance Calls and Texts, found that eight in 10 people said that cold calls were an …
63 signatures
(Most recent: 23 Feb 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 32
Labour: 5
Democratic Unionist Party: 3
Independent: 2
Conservative: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
30th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor 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
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 18
Labour: 1
24th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Wednesday 24th June 2015
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS WITHIN SECC LTD
Tabled by:
Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North West)
That this House is dismayed by the actions of Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) Ltd, a company in which Glasgow City Council is the 91 per cent shareholder, regarding its regular failure to recognise a trade union for its staff for collective bargaining rights which has been exacerbated by …
28 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 17
Labour: 5
22nd June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM as a sponsor on Monday 22nd June 2015
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF PARTICK HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates Partick Housing Association on its 40th anniversary; notes that since its founding in 1975 it has grown to become one of the largest registered social landlords in the north and west of the city of Glasgow, owning and managing over 1,700 social rented homes and providing …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 11 May 2016)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 2
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
18th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015
FEMALE UNEMPLOYMENT LEVELS IN SCOTLAND
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes the news that Scotland has one of the lowest levels of female unemployment in the developed world; understands that the latest comparison figures on female unemployment compiled by the Scottish Parliamentary Information Centre shows that Scotland has the fourth lowest female unemployment level comparing 34 other …
40 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 30
18th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015
CLOSURE OF TANSHALL PRIMARY SCHOOL, GLENROTHES
Tabled by:
Peter Grant (Scottish National Party - Glenrothes)
That this House notes that, as part of a programme of school closures being implemented by Fife Council, Tanshall Primary School in Glenrothes will close for the last time on 3 July 2015; records its thanks to current and previous teachers, staff and others for the high standards the school …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 24 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 28
18th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Thursday 18th June 2015
YOUNG ENTERPRISE SCOTLAND AWARDS 2015
Tabled by:
Neil Gray (Scottish National Party - Airdrie and Shotts)
That this House congratulates Rise Enterprise of Airdrie Academy for winning three awards at the Young Enterprise Scotland 2015 Awards, for Retail Excellence, Best Presentation and the People's Choice, which was the result of a public vote; similarly congratulates Fjara Jewellery of Kirkwall Grammar School in Orkney on winning Company …
36 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 24
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
Labour: 1
17th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
15th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald 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
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 15th June 2015
GLASGOW AIRPORT
Tabled by:
Gavin Newlands (Scottish National Party - Paisley and Renfrewshire North)
That this House congratulates Glasgow Airport, one of Europe's fastest growing airports, on its busiest May in seven years, after seeing 785,063 passengers travel through the airport last month; notes that this increase of 13.3 per cent in passenger travel has secured Glasgow Airport's 27th consecutive month of growth; further …
32 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 22
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
10th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 10th June 2015
CARERS WEEK SCOTLAND 2015
Tabled by:
Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party - Lanark and Hamilton East)
That this House welcomes Carers Week 2015; understands that Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign, which takes place between 8 and 14 June 2015 and is supported by six national charities, Carers Scotland, Carers Trust Scotland, MS Society Scotland, Macmillan Cancer Support, Independent Age and Age UK; notes that, …
51 signatures
(Most recent: 2 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 2
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
9th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015
ROYAL MAIL COMMEMORATION OF SCOTLAND'S HISTORY
Tabled by:
Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party - Glasgow Central)
That this House marks the 50th anniversary of Royal Mail's modern Special Stamp programme; notes that 2,663 Special Stamps have been issued since July 1965 and have represented, in each year, the ever evolving society and culture of the nation; welcomes the publication of the most recent Special Stamps, which …
49 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 31
Labour: 3
Conservative: 1
Independent: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
9th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Tuesday 9th June 2015
QEII CUNARD LINER
Tabled by:
Martin Docherty-Hughes (Scottish National Party - West Dunbartonshire)
That this House recognises the grave concern being expressed at the condition of the Clydebank-built Cunard Liner Queen Elizabeth II as it languishes in Dubai; calls on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to seek reassurances from the government of Dubai about the future of the Queen Elizabeth II and where …
38 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 23
Labour: 3
Democratic Unionist Party: 2
Independent: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
8th June 2015
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF GLASGOW'S WEST END FESTIVAL
Tabled by:
Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party - Glasgow North)
That this House congratulates the internationally-acclaimed West End Festival, which takes place in Glasgow from 5 to 28 June 2015 and is the city's largest multicultural event, celebrating 20 years of dynamic local and international talent and involving over 100 organisations; understands that the festival includes the famous Carnival Parade, …
29 signatures
(Most recent: 21 Jul 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 16
Labour: 3
Independent: 1
Conservative: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
Democratic Unionist Party: 1
8th June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 8th June 2015
DETENTION OF MAJID ALI, CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE STUDENT
Tabled by:
Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party - Glasgow South West)
That this House is deeply concerned by the detention of City of Glasgow student Majid Ali, who was last week sent to Dungavel Detention Centre; notes that Majid is due to be deported to Balochistan, in Pakistan, at 11.30pm on 9 June 2015; expresses concern that Majid will be in …
74 signatures
(Most recent: 18 Jun 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 36
Labour: 13
Independent: 2
Liberal Democrat: 1
Green Party: 1
Plaid Cymru: 1
1st June 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Monday 1st 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
27th May 2015
Stewart Malcolm McDonald signed this EDM on Wednesday 27th May 2015
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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SAFETY AT HMNB CLYDE (FASLANE)
Tabled by:
Brendan O'Hara (Scottish National Party - Argyll and Bute)
That this House views with alarm the revelations of Able Seaman William McNeilly, published by The Sunday Herald, in which he catalogues a series of security breaches and safety failings both at HMNB Clyde (Faslane) and aboard the UK’s nuclear-powered and nuclear-armed submarines; believes that, if substantiated, Mr McNeilly’s allegations …
48 signatures
(Most recent: 28 Oct 2015)
Signatures by party:
Scottish National Party: 27
Labour: 6
Plaid Cymru: 3
Green Party: 1